I wanted to share a few pictures and memories from my recent yoga retreat to Maya Tulum, Mexico. I’ve been to Tulum twice before, but the last time was in 2005, and the last yoga retreat that I got to attend as a participant (and not as the leader) was in 2006 to Peru, so …
Yoga Retreats
Inn at the Rustic Gate – Fall Yoga Retreat 2012
Last weekend was our annual fall yoga retreat, hosted for the 2nd year by the very gracious innkeepers at Inn at the Rustic Gate near Big Rapids, MI. Thirteen yogis and yoginis enjoyed a variety of yoga classes–Yin, Energy Flow, Ashtanga, Partner Yoga & Thai Yoga Massage–and spent their free time walking and mountain-biking in …
The Inn at The Rustic Gate – Fall Yoga Retreat 2011
Highlights – Yin, Energy Flow, Ashtanga and Partner Yoga classes; massages; an evening bonfire; a cougar spotting; hiking and biking trails through the woods; and gourmet, locally-sourced, vegetarian meals “I went on the retreat at the end of my first year of yoga, and left with a renewed enthusiasm for my practice and feeling more connected to The …
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Song of The Morning – Fall Colors Yoga Retreat 2010
A group of ten yogis and yoginis just returned from a beautiful weekend in northern Michigan at Song of the Morning Yoga Retreat Center. We enjoyed 4 different yoga classes: a Yin class upon arrival Friday evening, an Energy Flow class to wake us up Saturday morning, a fun Partner Yoga & Thai Yoga Massage …
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Song of the Morning – Fall Colors Retreat 2009
“This was my second Song of the Morning Retreat! At the first one I was able to pitch a tent right along the creek and it was beautiful. This time, I brought my partner and he was able to explore the area while I was able to attend yoga events. Both events filled up my soul and I …
Song of The Morning – Fall Colors Retreat 2008
“Our yoga week-end at Song of the Morning was just what I needed to relax. There was time for hiking in a beautiful setting, a massage, great yoga classes, all topped of with wonderful, vegetarian meals. Kudos to Christy for giving us the opportunity for a yearly retreat!” Donna, Ann Arbor
Song of The Morning – Fall Yoga Retreat 2007
“Peace. Grounding. Great yoga, wonderful new friends, delicious and healthy food, and a beautiful, serene setting. These are a few of the benefits of going to Song of the Morning with Christy and The Yoga Room retreat attendees. Add to that a fun canoe trip surrounded by the waterfowl of the lake, with time to think, sort life, …
Nosara, Costa Rica – Yoga Retreat 2007
Highlights – Surfing and snorkeling in the Pacific Ocean; zip-lining through the mountains; monkeys in the trees surrounding the outdoor yoga studio! “Nosara was such a beautiful place to relax. There is nothing like practicing yoga surrounded by birds, flowers, and monkeys – with an ocean view! We all loved the surfing and the gorgeous beach! Great food and …
Willka T’ika, Peru – Fall Yoga Retreat 2006
Highlights – Visiting Machu Picchu and other Incan ruins; Willka T’ika gardens; Inca shaman ceremony “The Peruvian yoga retreat was so awesome. Two experiences were memories I’ll never forget: Staying at Willka T’ika and the beautiful chakra gardens and authentic Peruvian vegetarian food there. The other was getting to the crest of the hill and seeing Machu Picchu in …
Song of the Morning – Winter Yoga Retreat 2006
Great yoga and great snow for cross-country skiing!