Friday-Sunday, November 8 - 10
CEUs for Yoga Teachers/Yoga Therapists
We invite you to step out of the rhythm of everyday life, hit the ‘pause’ button and reset by immersing yourself in nature, sangha, yoga and art. Maryam Ovissi will lead the weekend programs. Ileana Gonzalez will join us sharing Ayurvedic wisdom and offering Marma* sessions to support friendliness and compassion towards ourselves.
The weekend is based on Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra 1.33:
maitri karuna mudita upekshanam sukha duhka punya apunya vishayanam bhavanatah chitta prasadanam
In relationships, the mind becomes purified by cultivating feelings of friendliness towards those who are happy, compassion for those who are suffering, goodwill towards those who are pious, and the skill not to lose your calm center towards the impious. (translation by Maryam Ovissi)
Cleansing/clearing of the mind (citta prasadanam) and mental steadiness (sthiti padam) is attained through developing an attitude of friendliness, compassion, joy and non-judgmental attitudes toward happiness (of others), suffering, virtue, and vice respectively. (translation by A.G. Mohan)
Practices will explore movement, breath, mantra and meditation on four essential bhavas:
~Maitri/Friendliness
~Karuna/Compassion
~Mudita/Joy
~Upeksa/Maintaining your calm center while making wise choices
By the end of the weekend, you will leave feeling renewed and with a creative tool to invite these four bhavas into your daily life.
This weekend is open to everyone and geared towards yoga professionals and those interested in yoga, meditation, mantra and yoga philosophy.
Rooms and Prices*:
Double w/ shared bath $550
Double w/ private bath $650
Single w/ shared bath $650
Single w /private bath $750 (SOLD OUT)
Camping is available (if interested please inquire)
*Your room, meals and all activities are included in the price.
You may hold your spot with a $150 deposit. Payment in full is required by October 15th.
Friday:
3-4 pm: Arrival
4-5 pm: Practice to release the week and invite the weekend!
5-6:30 pm: Dinner
6:30-8:30 pm: Connect, Intro YS 1.33, Evening Flow with Maryam on Maitri and Self-Marma for Sleep
Saturday:
8-10 am: Breakfast & walk
10 am - 12 pm: Morning practice, mantra, meditation on Karuna/Compassion
12-1 pm: Lunch
1-3 pm: Free time (Marma sessions** with Ileana, hiking or lounging)
3:30-4:45 pm: Creative play, creating Bhava intuition cards
5-6:30 pm: Dinner
6:30-8 pm: Evening practice, marma & meditation on Mudhita/Joy
8:30-10 pm: Meditation & rituals of release - Fire
Sunday:
8-10 am: Breakfast & walk
10 am - 12 pm: Morning practice, Mantra, meditation on Upeksha/maintaining a calm center
12-1 p: Lunch
1-3 pm: Free time (Marma sessions** with Ileana, hiking or lounging)
3 pm: Departure
* There are 6 Marma appointments available over the weekend for $108 each. After registering for the weekend, please email Ileana@belovedyoga.com to secure your appointment. What is Marma? By focusing on specific energy points (Marmas) in the body, this gentle yet powerful therapy helps to release blocked energy, reduce pain, enhance circulation, and bring balance to your entire being. Whether you are dealing with stress, muscle stiffness, or low energy, Marma therapy can provide profound relief and a renewed sense of well-being. Experience a peaceful state of harmony in body, mind, and spirit like never before—one session could be the transformative step toward a healthier, more balanced you.
Additional details will be emailed after registration regarding meals, carpooling, etc.