SESSIONS
Seasonal Yoga Nidra — One of the simplest ways to connect to the earth, to Earth’s wisdom and consciousness is to bring our awareness to its habitual seasonal shifts. In the changes of the seasons, we can recognize similar shifts in our own energies: physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual. Shifting from the season of rest and reflection (winter)to the season of rebirth (spring) to the season of acton (summer) to the season of letting go (fall/autumn), returning to the season of rest and rest and reflection. In observance of the Solstices and Equinoxes we use Yoga Nidra, a deep relaxation technique, to help us ease into awareness in our bodies and minds by softening our muscles, quieting our thoughts, and connecting to our senses.
Guided Meditation — Designed to connect us to the earth, our breath, and our body, we’ll use this meditation to enter into a state of awareness, with breathing and visioning techniques.
Pranayama — We’ll practice three breathing techniques, 3-4 minutes each, that help to calm the mind, promote relaxation, and cool the body.
Washoku Cooking Class — Transform your ideas of breakfast! Learn to make from-scratch miso soup "to go," beginning with delicious dashi and steeping seasonal vegetables. We’ll explore the 15 healing practices and principles of Washoku, and how to use them every day.
Journal and Flow — Using journal prompts, we’ll create mantras, set intentions, and capture in writing what comes up during our movement session. Combining journaling and yoga can help us to deepen our yoga practice, and also to deepen our awareness of and connection to our true self.
How to Shift — Is your life in balance? We’ll use health coaching tools to assess how you’re feeling about where you are, where you want to be, and what kind of accountability you need to create healthy habits.
ABOUT THE YOGA: Equipment provided. No experience necessary. Dress in layers for outdoor practices.
ABOUT THE FOOD: Throughout the day, there will be healthy foods for omnivores—breakfast, a multi-course lunch, tea time, and snacks. RSVP with any food allergies.
WHO WILL BE THERE: Eight heart-centered women of color, age 45+, who fulfill demanding roles in philanthropic, non-profit, entrepreneurial, or corporate spaces with service-driven missions.
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COST: $350
WHERE: Bainbridge Island address provided upon payment
TIME: 9am-4pm
TRANSPORTATION: Free shuttle will be provided for those who walk onto the 7:55 am Seattle-Bainbridge ferry. You will be met at the Bainbridge Island ferry terminal and taken to the retreat location in the morning, then back to the terminal in the afternoon.