Embodied Anatomy and Yoga

Sthira-Sukham Asanam
Steadiness and Ease is the practice of yoga.
-Yoga Sutras of Patanjali 2.46

To be truly transformative, the yoga practice must be taken beyond a formulaic external approach and into the subtleties of the body systems, cells and awareness. Static poses become dynamic patterns of movement.

In this healing retreat, we will deepen our sense of Sthira, (steadiness), and Sukha (ease) in the body-mind through an exploration of the transformative aspects of yoga asanas (postures).

Surrounded by thousands of acres of forest preserve at the magical Menla Mountain Center for Health and Happiness we will withdraw from the overstimulation of our daily lives and turn our attention inward so that we can align the body, calm the heart and quiet the mind.

All levels of physical ability are welcome.

Schedule

Friday December 2nd

2-8pm – arrival and check-in

4-6pm – spa treatments (must be booked in advance)

6:15pm-7:15pm – dinner

7:30pm – Restorative Yoga and Meditation

Saturday December 3rd

8:00am-9:00am – breakfast

9:30am-11:30pm – Yoga Practice

12:00pm-1:00pm – lunch

1:00pm-4pm – Free time to hike or have spa treatments

4:00pm-6:00pm – Evening Yoga and Meditation

6:00pm-7:00pm – dinner

Sunday December 4th

8:00am- 9:00am – breakfast

9:30am-11:30pm – Yoga Practice and Meditation

12:00pm-1:00pm – lunch and check-out & departure/Free time to hike or have spa treatments