Embrace the Elements of Summer

June 14-16, 2024

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.

Your Guides:

> Leilainia : https://everyday4everybody.com

> Gillian: https://www.yogawithgillian.com/

SCHEDULE

Friday

Theme: Earth

4:00 -4:30 Opening Circle with Intros (Gillian and Leilainia)

4:30 - 5:00 Into to the Doshas and the 6 Pillars of Health (Leilainia)

5:00 - 6:00 Restorative Yoga (Gillian)

6:30 Dinner

Saturday

Themes: Fire and Wind

9:30 - 10:00 Morning Meditation - Air (Leilainia)

10 AM - 11:30  Vinyasa Flow - Tapas (Gillian)

11:30 - 12:15 Summer Season Ayurveda Tips (Leilainia)

LUNCH BREAK

1:30- 2:00 Yoga Nidra (Gillian)

2:15-4:15 Deep Dive Into Ayurveda: The Doshas, Six Pillars of Health, and Eating for your Dosha (Leilainia)

4:15 - 5 Tea and Talk

5:30 Dinner

7- 9 PM Cacao Ceremony and Sound Bath (Mike)Open to the Public (drop-in fee $40)

Theme: Ether

Sunday (off-site)

Theme: Earth and Water

8:30 - 9:30 Hike

9:30-10:45 Lakeside Vinyasa Flow (Gillian)

10:45 - 11:15 Savasana Guided Meditation (Gillian)

11:30 - 12:00 Closing Circle (Leilainia)

12:15 -   Picnic - free play in nature and swim in Grindstone Lake

Investment: $524

Event Location: https://www.ruidosodayspa.com/