Let the healing beauty of Green Gulch farm and the sacred land of a Zen Buddhist monastery hold you. Our day of contemplation begins with a moderate 1.5hr morning yoga flow followed by a 20 minute period of seated meditation - instruction given for all levels of yoga and meditation experience. Lunch includes organic produce grown at the farm and fresh bread baked on site. There will be ample time to relax quietly in the gardens, enjoy tea by the pond, or take the 20 minute easy walk to Muir Beach via the path through the vibrant Green Gulch organic farm. An optional 15 minute walking meditation outside in the rose garden will allow us to enjoy the fresh air together while moving with awareness. The last 2 hour practice period will include yin & restorative yoga along with pranayama (conscious breathwork), seated, and reclining meditation. The afternoon session will also include sound healing. Melodic chanting, brass Tibetan bowls, crystal singing bowls and other unique instruments will guide us deeper into our hearts and bodies. We will gather in the cozy yurt which comes with all the yoga props we need for the day. Modifications will be given for those with limitations or injuries.
Retreat fee includes lunch.
10am-5:30pm
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Come enjoy a relaxing retreat to restore and connect with yourself and nature. Our day starts out with setting intentions, a mindful yoga flow open to all abilities, and a meditation practice outside under the peaceful redwood forest canopy.
Then we will savor a fresh and organic, vegan catered lunch and healthy dessert by www.margaritasvegankitchen.com.
After lunch, there will be ample time to take in the beauty of the property with free time to decide what feels most nourishing for your body and mind. Swimming, hiking up the ridge towards Mt. Barnabe, sun bathing, hot tubbing, reading or journaling in a quiet nook inside or outside on the cool grass, napping on one of the outdoor beds in the forest, sipping herbal tea, chatting with friends, or just sitting in the lush gardens enjoying the chickens and flowers are all options for your free time.
Our 2 hour afternoon session includes a slow and gentle yin and restorative yoga practice to reset your nervous system.
During the last 45 minutes, you will receive acupuncture from the talented Corinne Senechal of www.dragonblossomhealing.com. She will focus on acupuncture points that further unwind your energetic and physical bodies to send you into a deep state of rejuvenation.
Includes vegan organic lunch and dessert.
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