Fall Equinox: Yoga and Relaxation Retreat

Fall Equinox Yoga and Relaxation Retreat
September 20-22, 2013
Dreaming Moutain Retreat Center
Johnson, Vermont

Includes daily yoga classes with Jane Jarecki Lanza  and bodywork by Melissa Brodeur of Bee Well Massage

During this year’s Fall Equinox, treat your mind, body, and soul to a weekend of yoga and relaxation. Soak up Vermont’s renowned foliage, clean fresh air, and quiet time to recharge.
This retreat is centered around yoga, massage, and nature. Each day offers a yoga class (Friday is Yoga Nidra, Saturday and Sunday are all-levels flow classes) along with delicious vegetarian meals prepared for you in beautiful retreat center setting.

In between meals and yoga, indulge in a massage session, a restorative foot soak, and ample time for rest and relaxation. Participate in a sacred fire ceremony under the shining VT stars, use the sauna, explore the walking trails, receive bodywork, and slow down in your free time.

The surroundings of Dreaming Mountain, our yoga sessions, the body-work you will receive, and the nourishing food will leave you with a deep sense of rejuvenation and connection.
Fall Equinox is balance point when day and night are the same length. This is a sacred time to gather for the purpose of turning energy inward and cultivating balance.

Before heading into the Yin stage of Winter where darkness prevails, the Earth is balanced between two extremes: the Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year, and the Winter Solstice, the shortest day of the year.

This is an auspicious time to stoke the fire within and identify ways our practice can help us shine brightly through the winter days and consciously blossom into spring.

Sample Itinerary:
Friday: 4-6: Check In and Settle into Rooms 5-6 pm: Potential Body Work Session 6-7:30 pm: Dinner 8:00-9:30 pm: Friday Night Fire Ceremony and Welcome

Saturday: 7-7:30: Optional Tea, Light Snacks, and Honey Tasting w Bee Well Massage 7:30-9 am: Morning Meditation and Yoga 9-10: Breakfast 10-12:30: Free Time & Body Work Sessions: swim, journal, rest, reflect, walk trails (Optional Hike) 12:30-2: Lunch 2:30-4: Afternoon Gentle Yoga 4-6 pm: Optional Bodywork, Free Time: swim, journal, rest, reflect, walk trails 6-:7:30: Dinner: Wood Fired Oven 8-9 pm, 9 pm: Foot Soak and free time.

Sunday: 7-8: Optional Body Work and Free Time 8:10-9:30: Morning Meditation and Yoga 9:30-10:30: Nourishing Big Breakfast 10:30-12: Free Time & Body Work Sessions: Transitioning Home 12-12:15: Closing Circle 12:15- 1pm: Light Lunch before the Ride Home

This program includes:
. 6 vegetarian meals
. 3 Yoga sessions with Jane (all-levels welcome).
. 2 days & 2 nights shared rustic accommodations (see photo of yurt below with massage table).
*optional upgrades are available for more luxurious indoor options with private bathrooms. Details below.
. 1 (30) minute massage by Bee Well Massage (optional upgrades)
. A detoxifying foot soak
. full use of Dreaming Mountain retreat center: sauna, walking trails, Main House
. fire ceremony
. tea and light early morning snacks
$340-$480

To sign up for the retreat, please email jane@empvt.com

* Read More for OPTIONAL ROOM UPGRADES: Shared Dorm room w/ Mountain View & Shared Indoor Bathroom (each room sleeps 3-4)

Private Apartment for 3-5 with Queen bed, couch, day bed
Solo Meditation Cabin with outdoor compostable toilet

Main House Suite with Queen Bed (Great for Couple or Family, Queen bed and Day Bed- private bathroom)
Namaste!