Embrace the Elements of Summer, June 14-16, 2024
Embrace the Elements of Summer with Leilainia Marcus
June 14 - 16, 2024
Early Bird Pricing (ends May 14): $498
Price: $524
Are you ready to ignite the spark of balance within yourself? Join us this Summer for a transformative journey, delving into the profound harmony of body, mind, and soul. Set amidst the majestic beauty of Ruidoso, our weekend-long retreat invites you to embody the elemental forces of Earth, Fire, Water, Wind, and Ether, guiding you on a path of self-discovery and rejuvenation.
Discover Your Elemental Essence:
Earth: Ground yourself in the stability of Earth through grounding yoga practices and nature walks, connecting with the nurturing energy of the land.
Fire: Stoke the flames of passion and vitality within through dynamic movement and empowering workshops, igniting your inner Fire, strength, and drive.
Water: Immerse yourself in the fluidity of Water with lakeside yoga and meditation, nurturing emotional release and fluidity of being.
Wind: Harness the airy essence of Wind through pranayama exercises and mindful breathing techniques, inviting clarity and expansion into your life.
Ether: Merge into the boundless expanse of Ether with guided meditation, and a special cacao ceremony and sound bath, transcending limitations and tapping into infinite potential.
Crafting Your Holistic Harmony:
Meditation: Cultivate inner peace and mindfulness through guided meditation sessions, allowing you to quiet the chatter of the mind and connect with your inner essence.
Yoga: Align your body, mind, and spirit through rejuvenating yoga practices tailored to all levels, fostering strength, flexibility, and inner balance.
Ayurveda Exploration: Dive into the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda, learning practical lifestyle techniques to balance your unique constitution (dosha) and harmonize your being.
Embody Balance, Embrace Yourself: Our retreat provides a protected space for you to foster self-exploration, healing, and growth. Whether you seek solace from the chaos of everyday life, deepen your spiritual practice, or simply reconnect with yourself, this transformative experience offers a gateway to lasting harmony that resonates throughout the seasons.
Private gourmet meals on Friday and Saturday evenings, snacks, and a family-friendly picnic brunch on Sunday will round out this transforming experience.
SCHEDULE
Friday
Theme: Earth
4:00 -4:30 Opening Circle with Intros
4:30 - 5:00 Into to the Doshas and the 6 Pillars of Health
5:00 - 6:00 Restorative Yoga
6:30 Dinner
Saturday
Themes: Fire and Wind
9:30 - 10:00 Morning Meditation - Air
10 AM - 11:30 Vinyasa Flow - Tapas
11:30 - 12:15 Summer Season Ayurveda Tips
LUNCH BREAK
1:30- 2:00 Yoga Nidra
2:15-4:15 Deep Dive Into Ayurveda: The Doshas, Six Pillars of Health, and Eating for your Dosha
4:15 - 5:00 Tea and Talk
5:30 Dinner
7:30- 9:30 PM Cacao Ceremony and Sound Bath with Mike
Theme: Ether
Open to the Public (drop-in fee $40)
Sunday (off-site)
Theme: Earth and Water
8:30 - 9:30 Hike
9:30-10:45 Lakeside Vinyasa Flow
10:45 - 11:15 Savasana Guided Meditation
11:30 - 12:00 Closing Circle
12:15 - Picnic - free play in nature and swim in Grindstone Lake