SERENITY KNOLL YOGA & WELLNESS RETREAT, OCTOBER 20-22, 2023, SATURDAY ONLY, $175 PER PERSON

Saturday, October 21st- $175 per day

8:00-9:00 AM Continental Breakfast (flexible arrival time)

9:00- 10:30 AM Myofascial Release Yoga w/ Ashley Davis (whole group)

We’ll begin our day moving slowly and releasing tension. Fascia is connective tissue that holds every organ, blood vessel, bone, nerve fiber, and muscle in place. It also has nerves and is considered our largest sensory organ. When we are stressed, it tightens up! Fascia responds well to mechanical pressure. Myofascial Release enhances recovery, increases blood flow, improves mobility, and promotes relaxation. This class combines the use of RADroller, relaxation techniques, sport-specific stretching, and yoga asana to facilitate muscle recovery and improve flexibility. Appropriate for all levels.

11:00- 12:30 AM Class Options (choice of small group activity)

PLEASE NOTE: selection of these options will be handled on Saturday at the farm.

1. Lunch Cooking Class, Pad Thai w/ Jordan Bailey

Please select only lunch or dinner cooking classes to allow space and opportunity for everyone.

2. Arm Balance and Inversion Workshop w/ Lisa King

Want to try an arm balance or inversion for the first time? Do you have an established arm balance and inversion practice, but are you looking to fine-tune postures or learn different variations? We will work through the mechanics of crow, crane, side crow, headstand variations, and handstands. We will discuss proprioception, strength drills, fear of falling/how to fall correctly, balance, and body alignment. With lots of time to practice and one-on-one feedback, you will leave feeling confident and ready to incorporate these asanas into your practice.

3. Elemental Yoga™ w/ Erin Horton

Allow your body as much stillness or movement as it needs in this incredibly mindful and intuitive practice. This is a non-vinyasa and low weight-bearing flow. A quiet, moving, meditative experience, balancing the five elements of nature in the body, leaving you relaxed, aligned, and refreshed!

2:00-3:30 Pranayama and Mala Bead Workshops w/ Sarah Wennogle (whole group)

Explore the world of yoga through the lens of pranayama- ancient yogic breathing techniques used to create mind-body connection, relieve stress, control our moods, fight disease, and much more! Once we learn how to balance and harmonize Prana, we feel more complete and whole in the body, mind, and soul. Following our Pranayama workshop, we will go on a beautiful journey learning about the history and significance of Mala beads as we handcraft our very own, infusing them with our positive energy and intentions. Malas can be used to transform patterns, and habits in our lives, as well as to help manifest that which will support our highest good.

3:30-5:00 PM Class Options (choice of small group activity)

1. Plant-Based Dinner Cooking Class w/ Ryan Fair  (Please select only lunch or dinner classes to allow space and opportunity for everyone.)

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2. Asana Break Down w/ Lisa King

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3. Primal Flow w/ Kassie Shaver

Asana Break Down…

Ever wonder why we do specific postures? Or how to do them correctly? Maybe you learned yoga by watching others in a group class. We can all mimic body shapes, but are you fully engaging your muscles and getting the most out of your asana practice? In this hands-on workshop, we will learn what muscles are lengthening and strengthening and how and which muscles to engage fully.
Techniques and proper body alignment for your unique body. Ways our body takes the path of least resistance and how to realign. How to get stronger and improve your balance. We will also discuss variations, modifications, and how to use blocks/straps to support and advance your practice. Lots of practice and individual feedback were provided! You will leave feeling empowered and more aware of your body and how to get the most out of each posture. All levels are welcome.

Primal Flow…

Blend traditional vinyasa with Buti® Yoga techniques and philosophy to create the perfectly balanced practice of movement and stillness for the mind, body, and soul! Primal Flow uses a formula for sequencing with creativity while maintaining structural integrity. This format uses anatomical principles to bring dynamic, primal, and intuitive movement to life.

5:00 PM Group Dinner

6:30 PM Sound Bath w/ Ryan Fair and Bonfire (whole group)

Saturday’s grand finale will include a deeply immersive, full-body listening experience! One that intentionally uses sound waves generated by sound healing instruments, such as gongs and singing bowls, to induce a therapeutic and meditative relaxed state. The Sound Bath experience can trigger healing and rejuvenation to nurture the mind and the body.

• Blankets will be provided but please consider bringing additional blankets and dress appropriately to ensure the enjoyment of this experience.

Cancellations made on or before October 13th will receive a 100% refund.  All other cancelations will receive credit to be used at future Serenity Knoll Farm events.