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This 8 Limbs Yoga retreat is not only a getaway, but a “get-to”, to yourself, to peace of mind, to a location selected to support renewal and inspiration. Without the responsibilities and distractions of your daily life, you will be able to drop deeper into your natural state of bliss. you will have access to focused yoga practice and philosophy talks, unparalleled relaxation, delightful company, delicious food and dreamy lodging. You will find inspiration in your surroundings, your companions, and in yourself. This will be the perfect opportunity to recharge your batteries.

This yoga retreat is led by Melina Meza and Chiara Guerrieri (each with at least 10 years of teaching experience) and takes place in Breitenbush Hot Springs, 5 hours south of Seattle (1 hour east of Salem OR).

Here is the planned schedule for the retreat:

Sunday:
4:00pm Arrive, Check-in
6:00-7:30pm Dinner
7:30-9:00pm Orientation and Opening Circle

Monday:
7:00-8:15am Meditation & Asana – Chiara
8:15-9:00am Breakfast (silence)
10:00am-1:00pm Ayurveda – Lifestyle & Dinacharya – Melina
1:00-2:00pm Lunch
4:00-6:00pm Asana & Modifications – Chiara
6:00-7:00pm Dinner
Free Night

Tuesday:
7:00-8:15am Meditation & Asana – Melina
8:15-9:00am Breakfast (silence)
10:00-11:00am Non-Violent Communication
11:00am-1:00pm & Anatomy of Movement – Chiara
1:00-2:00pm Lunch
2:15 – 4:00pm Afternoon Group Hike – silent
4:30-6:30pm Art of Sequencing & Teaching – Melina
6:30-7:30pm Dinner
7:30-8:15pm Yoga & Creativity – Melina

Wednesday:
7:00-8:15am Meditation & Asana – Mysore Style
8:15-9:00am Breakfast (silence)
10:00am-1:00pm Yoga & Ayurveda to Cleanse and Rejuvenate- Melina
1:00-2:00pm Lunch
2:15 – 3:30pm Afternoon Hike – *optional
4:00-6:00pm Non-Violent Communication – Chiara
6:00-7:00pm Dinner

Thursday:
7:00-8:15am Meditation & Asana – Chiara
8:15-9:00am Breakfast (silence)
10:00am-12:00pm Ethics and Boundaries – Chiara
12:00-1:00pm Restorative Yoga – Melina
1:00-2:00pm Lunch
4:00-6:00pm Asana Modifications – Melina
6:00-7:00pm Dinner
7:30-8:15pm Yoga & Creativity – Melina

Friday:
7:00-8:15am Meditation & Asana – Mysore Style
8:15-9:00am Breakfast (silence)
10:00am-1:00pm Anatomy in Asana – Chiara
1:00-2:00pm Lunch
4:00-6:00pm Business and Ethics of Yoga – Melina
6:00-7:00pm Dinner

Saturday:
7:00-8:15am Meditation & Asana – Melina
8:15-9:00am Breakfast (silence)
10:00am-1:00pm Advancing Asana – Melina
1:00-2:00pm Lunch
4:00-6:00pm Non-Violent Communication – Chiara
6:00-7:00pm Dinner
7:30-8:15pm Yoga & Creativity – Melina

Sunday:
7:00-8:15am Meditation & Asana – Chiara
8:15-9:00am Breakfast (silence)
10:00am-12:30pm Walking the Yogic Path – Melina & Chiara
12:30-1:00pm Closing Circle
1:00-2:00pm Lunch

Payment for lodging is required to reserve your spot ($383-744) and will depend on your choice of accommodations. The remaining balance is due upon arrival.

Call 8 Limbs yoga studio at (206) 325-8221 to register.

[Photo by Alan Turkus – CC BY]

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