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Saturday, June 15
 

5:00am EDT

✴️ Abhishekam and Aarthi: Purification Ritual for Narayani
In this early morning Bhakti ritual you can just come and sit and listen to the mantras and watch

5-6am Abhishekam is an ancient purification ritual practiced in temples across India. The beautiful and elaborate process of abhishekam is accompanied by Vedic chanting.Offerings such as water coconut water milk curd honey fruits sandalwood powder turmeric sacred ash rice and thulasi (holy basil) are used in the ritual bathing of the deity. It is an offering of love and pure devotion symbolically cleansing one’s inner self with positive thoughts.

6-6:20am Aarthi is an ancient practice of offering lamps to a deity. Symbolically the flame is infused with the Divine’s love blessings and energy. The light signifies the dispelling of darkness and ignorance in a person’s life and the universe bringing wisdom hope and illumination.

Tobias Meinecke is a long-time devotee of Indian saint Sri Sakthi Amma. This will be a special experience of Bakthi Yoga Puja, or ritualized meditation.

Presenters
avatar for Tobias Meinecke

Tobias Meinecke

Tobias Meinecke is a film maker and devotee of Sri Sakthi Amma. As as devotee Tobias has been creating and hosting Pujas, or sacred ceremonies, for over 15 years all over the world. The Yagam or "Fire Ceremony" is typically offered at night while the Abisheikim or "Liquid Puja" is... Read More →
avatar for Andrew Tanner

Andrew Tanner

Founder, Dregs of Wisdom School of Taoist Yoga
Andrew Tanner is a global yoga teacher, men's mind/body coach, and public speaker known for his soulful style of teaching, and unshaken faith in people's ability to transform for the better. He has been offering holistic healing work and guiding people on spiritual retreat for over... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 5:00am - 6:15am EDT
Crane East, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  ✴️ Community Event, Bhakti Yoga

6:30am EDT

✴️ Morning Meditation: Ground & Focus with Taoist Wisdom
Early risers start your day right with a 15 mins of gentle stretching and a 30 min meditation and contemplation of yogic wisdom practice. Meditation will be partially guided in the Sahm Je Taoist tradition.  Beginning your day with meditation is scientifically proven to improve your energy levels and focus throughout the day.
Presenters
avatar for Andrew Tanner

Andrew Tanner

Founder, Dregs of Wisdom School of Taoist Yoga
Andrew Tanner is a global yoga teacher, men's mind/body coach, and public speaker known for his soulful style of teaching, and unshaken faith in people's ability to transform for the better. He has been offering holistic healing work and guiding people on spiritual retreat for over... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 6:30am - 7:15am EDT
Crane East, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  ✴️ Community Event, Meditation

7:00am EDT

✴️ Awaken and Empower: Energizing HIIT Class to Boost Metabolism
Start your morning with an exhilarating HIIT class, where you'll experience a dynamic blend of high-intensity intervals and energizing movements designed to wake yourself up, boost metabolism, and improve overall strength and endurance. Get ready to push your limits, break a sweat, and leave feeling empowered and revitalized.
Presenters
avatar for Katie Armstrong

Katie Armstrong

Katie Armstrong, a transformational fitness and life coach, helps women over 35 achieve hormonal balance, gain strength and boost energy. With experience as a competitive triathlete, attorney, and entrepreneur, and with over 20 years experience as a yoga practitioner; she offers a... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 7:00am - 7:30am EDT
Burbank Room, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  ✴️ Community Event

7:30am EDT

Present Power
The true purpose of asana is to begin the long process of training the mind in concentration in order to prepare the practitioner for meditation.  In other words, if you aren’t making an effort to pay attention in your asana classes, you aren’t practicing “yoga” and it isn’t abhyasa, or practice.  This master class, with renowned author and teacher, Beryl Bender, is an accessible, flowing balanced sequence of our most beloved yoga postures and all about paying attention and training the mind in concentration.  Experience deep focus on conscious breathing.  Link breath with movement from posture to posture, moment to moment, staying present as the practice unfolds. Distracted? Notice! Begin again.  Distracted? Notice! Begin again.  Gentle or vigorous - up to you.  Do what you can and be happy.  
Presenters
avatar for Beryl Bender

Beryl Bender

Beryl Bender has been teaching yoga and meditation since l971.  She is the best-selling author of several books on yoga, including Power Yoga, Beyond Power Yoga, and Yoga for Warriors.  A former biofeedback researcher with a degree in English and philosophy from Syracuse University... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 7:30am - 8:30am EDT
Greylock Hall, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Yoga

8:00am EDT

AcroYoga: Principles & Foundations
Level:Beginner
Embark on a transformative journey with AcroYoga and the YogaSlackers. This session delves into the art of acrobatics through the lens of yoga, focusing on the Five Principles of Acrobatics that are fundamental to mastering any acro pose or flow. These principles, developed and refined by the YogaSlackers, are the cornerstone of achieving ease and success in AcroYoga.

This class welcomes practitioners of all levels, offering valuable insights and exercises tailored to varying degrees of experience. Whether you are taking your first steps into AcroYoga or are an experienced acroyogi seeking deeper understanding, this class holds the potential to unlock new dimensions in your practice. You will explore each principle in depth, understanding its essence and application through exercises designed to cater to everyone from beginners to advanced practitioners.

For newcomers, this class is an ideal introduction to the discipline, providing a nurturing and supportive environment to start your AcroYoga journey. Experienced practitioners will find fresh perspectives and techniques to transform their practice from a challenge to a joyful exploration of balance, strength, and coordination.
No prior experience is required to join this class. It’s an invitation to explore the playful and profound aspects of AcroYoga, bridging the gap between acrobatics and the spiritual journey of yoga. Discover how these principles can elevate your practice, making AcroYoga not just a physical endeavor, but a path to inner harmony and fun!
Presenters
avatar for YogaSlackers

YogaSlackers

Co-Founder and Master Teachers, YogaSlackers
Since their inception in 2005, the YogaSlackers have become synonymous with innovation in the yoga community. They skillfully merge the introspective practice of yoga with the dynamic elements of acrobatics and slacklining, offering a unique approach that challenges and nurtures both... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 8:00am - 9:30am EDT
Slackline Park, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  AcroYoga

8:00am EDT

The Path of Wonder and Delight: Instinctive Meditation
Join Coby and delve into an experience of Instinctive Meditation®. This path invites you to touch the sacred in the midst of everyday life by gazing at nature, cherishing the breath, bathing in silence, dancing, chanting, and loving. The Instinctive Meditation® approach is designed to allow you to savor, celebrate, and welcome all of life. It is a way of learning and practicing meditation so that it becomes the most natural thing in the world. Come, remember how miraculous life is, and discover a rich, rewarding meditation practice for yourself.
Presenters
avatar for Coby Kozlowski

Coby Kozlowski

Faculty, Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health
Coby Kozlowski, M.A., senior faculty member for the Kripalu School of Yoga and Esalen Institute, author of One Degree Revolution: How the Wisdom of Yoga Inspires Small Shifts That Lead to Big Changes, has been featured on the cover of Yoga Journal and Mantra Yoga + Health, and was... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 8:00am - 9:30am EDT
Burbank Room, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Meditation

8:00am EDT

Body By Breath: Diaphragm Dynamics
This embodied movement session travels you through the neuro-myofascial impact of the respiratory diaphragm throughout the body. This class provides biofeedback on proprioceptive and interoceptive aspects of breathing via gentle fascial stimulation. Explore 3 zones of respiration and be prepared to decompress your spine, improve your breath’s range of motion and increase your tolerance capacity for a parasympathetic dominant state. *Bring your favorite self-myofascial release balls to use in the practice portion. Jill will be using Yoga Tune Up® Balls and 2 Coregeous® Balls.*
Presenters
avatar for Jill Miller

Jill Miller

Tune Up Fitness
Jill Miller, C-IAYT, ERYT, is the co-founder of Tune Up Fitness Worldwide and creator of the self-care fitness formats Yoga Tune Up® and The Roll Model® Method. With more than 30 years of study in anatomy and movement, she is a pioneer in forging relevant links between the worlds... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 8:00am - 9:30am EDT
Crane East, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Myofascial Release, Yoga

8:00am EDT

Handstand: The 3 Secrets
Learning to handstand is a process, abundant with discovery and amazement. Whether this is your first inversion workshop or you are well versed in the art of handstands, brace yourself as we delve into alignment, work toward mastery of the shoulder girdle, and explore acrobatic principles so you can build confidence and manifest a greater sense of balance. You will learn exercises that unify body and mind to create a solid foundation for a lifetime of standing on your hands. As a group we will create a safe and transformative space that will be appropriate and for all levels of practice. Take your handstand practice to the next level!
Presenters
avatar for Matt Giordano

Matt Giordano

Yoga instructor Matt Giordano (500 ERYT) gives credit to an influential figure from his teenage years--his high school art teacher-- for sparking within him the curiosity and tenacity that eventually led him to yoga. It was Eileen Walk who told Giordano: "You are not allowed to say... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 8:00am - 9:30am EDT
Crane West, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Yoga

8:00am EDT

✴️ Seva Flow: A Gentle Vinyasa
A gentle vinyasa class is an offering to quiet your mind, open your heart, and feel your spirit soar with Sarah Gardner, founder of Yoga Reaches Out.
Presenters
avatar for Sarah Gardner

Sarah Gardner

Author of "Daily Jam" & Founder of Yoga Reaches Out
Sarah is an entrepreneur, personal trainer, yoga teacher, Reiki master, non- profit founder, author, and most importantly mother, wife, and friend.Her love of fitness and yoga began in college and has been an instrumental part of her life. Sarah started an in-home personal training... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 8:00am - 9:30am EDT
Clark Room, Country Inn
  ✴️ Community Event, Yoga

9:00am EDT

Align With Source: Truth, Love, and Wisdom
To Align with Source is to be fully human with all our faults and graces while also being in direct relationship with truth, love, and wisdom. It allows us to show up and be purposefully present for this moment in our shared history. It helps us be grounded, steady, compassionate, purpose-filled, and ready to act. 
It is through this alignment and the continual work we do to heal ourselves that we come to know we are all connected. 
Join Seane for this heart-centered, Spirit inspired vinyasa flow experience utilizing yoga, meditation, reflection, intention setting, and prayer and do the inner healing work necessary that allows us to bind together, align ourselves with the power and presence of Source, and love, and honor each other into wholeness.
 May this be our new normal going forward. 
Presenters
avatar for Seane Corn

Seane Corn

Seane Corn (she/her) is an internationally-acclaimed yoga teacher, author, and public speaker who has been at the forefront of yoga, activism, and community service for 30+ years. Known for her social activism and impassioned teaching style, Seane is raw, honest, articulate, and spiritually... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Greylock Hall, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Yoga

9:00am EDT

Hip and Low Back Health
This 90-minute workshop will investigate the dynamics of hip and lower back movement. They should move in concert. But we're often unaware of problems in the deeper layers until it's too late. We'll use movements in specific ways to uncover hidden joint rigidity and the fascia surrounding them. We want to catch the hidden problems now, so they don't become problems down the road! We'll look at typical "rules of posture" that could work against your spine and hips' long-term health and mobility. Most of all, you'll learn how to use your muscles to develop and maintain bone strength and joint health for life. In Avita Yoga shapes, we use the muscles to reach the bones. Give it a try. You'll love the freedom and peace you'll feel!

It's especially good if:

You have Chronic low back pain - from sitting, cycling, running, or hiking.
Hip pain wakes you up at night.
You've been diagnosed with arthritis or degeneration.
You are a yoga therapist or teacher wanting new ways to reach your students.
You want a way to maintain healthy hips and spine…for life!

Presenters
avatar for Jeff Bailey

Jeff Bailey

Jeff discovered yoga in the mid-80s. His desire to understand the true joining nature of yoga has spanned 38 years of study and practice. As a trained Rolfer, Jeff integrates practical aspects of physiology, anatomy, emotional patterning, and compensatory movements into simple, digestible... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Thunderbolt Room
  Yoga

9:00am EDT

Creative Sweaty Vinyasa: Cultivating Presence and Awareness Through Movement
Experience the transformative power of Creative Vinyasa, a class where you will cultivate presence and awareness through a dynamic flow. This class seamlessly blends traditional yoga postures with mobility and fluid movements, enabling you to explore your body & breath on a deeper level. Look forward to moving through funky transitions, challenging both the body and mind, and walking off the mat feeling truly alive.
Presenters
avatar for Kaylie Daniels

Kaylie Daniels

Kaylie is an experienced yoga & fitness instructor of ten years. She began her yoga journey in high school, pursuing teaching soon after graduating. She leads classes from the core belief that a movement practice is a powerful tool for both the body and mind, but that you are already... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Outdoor Stage, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  ✴️ Community Event

10:00am EDT

✴️ Head Under Heels
Headstand or Sirsasana  is sometimes referred to as the “King of Asana” and it stands (on its head) atop the rest.  Done well, it can be a meditative and soothing pose.  In this Hatha style workshop, you will move through a sequence of poses that compose the building blocks of a stable and confident headstand.  

You will see how the components of the headstand exist within many familiar and often practiced poses, and learn the alignment principle needed to practice safely. By the end, you will have the tools you need to add this pose to your regular practice, and if you have a headstand practice already, you can expect to find a lightness and an ease you didn’t know was possible!

Presented by studio partner, Back Bay Yoga Union.
Presenters
avatar for Tim Kelleher

Tim Kelleher

Founder, Back Bay Yoga Union
Tim Kelleher has been a devoted student of yoga for over two decades and a leading teacher in the Boston yoga community since 2010. He lives in Boston with his husband, two children and three cats. His practice is the key to his physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing, and sharing... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Clark Room, Country Inn
  ✴️ Community Event, Yoga

10:00am EDT

Happy New Rear: Healing Gluteal Amnesia
With our cultural obsession with our bottoms, you'd think that the buns would have a better sense of themselves. Gluteal amnesia is a phenomenom that refers to this lack of awareness. Many bodies have a difficult time fully sensing the position and activation of the tissues that support the backside of the pelvis. This “darkside of the moon” will be explored through rolling and unforgettable activation exercises that will leave you with a Happy New Rear every time. *Class taught by your bionic teacher Jill Miller who had a total hip replacement in her mid-40’s, and lives to tell the TAIL*
Presenters
avatar for Jill Miller

Jill Miller

Tune Up Fitness
Jill Miller, C-IAYT, ERYT, is the co-founder of Tune Up Fitness Worldwide and creator of the self-care fitness formats Yoga Tune Up® and The Roll Model® Method. With more than 30 years of study in anatomy and movement, she is a pioneer in forging relevant links between the worlds... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Crane East, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Myofascial Release

10:00am EDT

Sound Alchemy Experience
Dive into an enchanting exploration of sound and vibration with Char Willingham and navigate through the mystical realms of sonic alchemy. This potent practice melds the profound wisdom of ancient traditions with the insights of contemporary science, allowing you to tap into the universal rhythms and unlock your true potential. Whether you seek relaxation, stress relief, or a deeper connection with your inner self, this event offers a unique space for expansiveness, spaciousness, and inward contemplation. Traverse the domains of sublime healing and bathe in the melodic orchestra of sacred instruments while experiencing the alchemical potency that harmonizes, uplifts, and revitalizes your whole being. Embark on this journey to set sail on your unparalleled sonic adventure.
Presenters
avatar for Char Willingham

Char Willingham

Char Willingham (she/her) is a Bipoc Sound Alchemist & Practitioner Trainer, Yoga Teacher (E-RYT 500, RPYT & YACEP), Movement Professional, Meditation Guide, Drumming, Sacred Cacao & Women’s Empowerment Facilitator.Char’s lifelong study of movement has taken her on an incredible... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Fischer
  Sound Healing & Self Care, Sound Bowls

10:00am EDT

Kula Flow: Strength & Stability
1-2 Blocks Highly recommended.

While I will never say “stretching is bad” (because it isn’t), there’s plenty of access to opening the body in this way within the yoga world. This class will tackle strength and stability, and while it won’t be a conditioning class, you will learn ways to create strength in your muscles and stability in your joints that you can apply to your current yoga practice, vinyasa or otherwise. It’s a modern approach to sthira sukha asana: strong but not rigid, pliable but not without stable boundaries. You will still flow! These workshop ideas will be taught within the context of a Kula Flow (vinyasa) structure.
Presenters
avatar for Nikki Vilella

Nikki Vilella

Nikki is the co-director of Kula Yoga Project in NYC where she has been teaching for nearly two decades. She is at the helm of the 200 hour Kula Flow Foundations teacher training program, leads an annual 75 hour advanced TT at her home in upstate NY and offers a mentorship program... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Burbank Room, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Yoga

10:00am EDT

Y12SR: The 12th Step: “Practicing The Principles In All Our Affairs”
 Short talk and yoga practice that centers arguably the most important 7 words in the 12 step program.  

Presenters
avatar for Nikki Myers

Nikki Myers

Founder, Y12SR
Nikki Myers, MBA, C-IAYT, is an accomplished speaker, teacher and the founder of Y12SR, The Yoga of 12-Step Recovery.Nikki  is also a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, Addictions Recovery Specialist, and Certified Health Coach. Born from her personal struggle with addiction, based... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Crane West, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Yoga

11:00am EDT

Heelz: A Dance Workshop
This class is a safe space where you can feel empowered and your most confident self in your own way. This workshop inspires you to fully express yourself unapologetically. Explore new ways to feel beautiful and move your body, embracing your sexuality. Class structure includes warm up, short dance choreography and cool down. Playlist: Sexy, sassy and fun! All-Levels welcome.
Presenters
avatar for Nicole Carter

Nicole Carter

Greylock Yoga
Nicole Rizzo Carter is on track for her 500 YTT. She has over 25 years of teaching experience in yoga, dance & choreography. Before becoming a full time teaching artist and yoga teacher, Nicole was a professional actress and dancer. She has acted in off-Broadway plays and took part... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 11:00am - 12:05pm EDT
Outdoor Stage, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Dance & Movement

11:00am EDT

Slackline Yoga: A Gentle Journey to Confidence and Balance
If the thought of slacklining seems daunting, our "Slackline Yoga: A Gentle Journey to Confidence and Balance" class is designed just for you. The YogaSlackers have successfully guided over 30,000 individuals into the world of slacklining, and we are excited to share this journey with you. We understand the importance of taking things slowly and progressively, making sure that each step is approachable and grounded in safety.
In this class, we will introduce you to the world of Slackline Yoga with utmost care and attention. Our method involves first practicing poses on the ground, allowing you to become comfortable and confident with each movement before transitioning to the slackline. This step-by-step progression ensures a safe and supportive environment, making the practice accessible to everyone, regardless of their initial apprehensions.
Slackline Yoga is not just about physical balance; it's an exploration of inner confidence and the application of yogic techniques to achieve a state of focused calm. You'll learn how to harness your breath, focus your mind, and engage your body in unison, applying these skills to find the ultimate balance on the slackline.
No prior experience in slacklining or yoga is necessary. Our promise is to guide you through this practice at a pace that feels comfortable for you, celebrating each small victory along the way. Join us in this nurturing Slackline Yoga class and discover how you can transform apprehension into achievement, fear into focus, and uncertainty into balance.
Presenters
avatar for YogaSlackers

YogaSlackers

Co-Founder and Master Teachers, YogaSlackers
Since their inception in 2005, the YogaSlackers have become synonymous with innovation in the yoga community. They skillfully merge the introspective practice of yoga with the dynamic elements of acrobatics and slacklining, offering a unique approach that challenges and nurtures both... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Slackline Park, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Slackline, Slackline

11:15am EDT

What is Enlightenment? From Buddha and the Yogis to Psychedelics
In Buddhism and Yoga philosophy, the path to enlightenment is fundamentally about consciousness and the realization of formless awareness. Given that we can only talk about enlightenment through conceptual knowing, this talk emphasizes particular themes and states in Buddhism and Yoga supporting a refining and transformation of consciousness states. This will include a consideration of Western scientific views of consciousness and the practical use of psychedelics to enhance transformative experiences.

Presenters
avatar for Dr. Chris Berlin

Dr. Chris Berlin

Instructor of Buddhist Ministry, Harvard Divinity School
Chris Berlin is an instructor in spiritual counseling and Buddhist ministry at Harvard Divinity School, where he also serves as a counselor to Buddhist graduate students. His teaching ranges from counseling theory and practice, and contemplative approaches to clinical chaplaincy... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 11:15am - 12:45pm EDT
Clark Room, Country Inn
  Lecture / Talk

12:00pm EDT

✴️ Healing Ourselves and Our World: How Beauty, Goodness and Excellence Make us Better
Many of us already know the shifts in mood we can experience when in the presence of beauty.  What we may not know, and what research in the fields of eco- and positive psychology have demonstrated is that when we activate a mindful attention to natural beauty, moral beauty (goodness) or excellence in others, we notice much more profound benefits. These benefits range from a lift in spirits, a sense of transcendence, an openness to others, an increase in motivation to be our better selves, and a commitment to care of the planet and its species. In her presentation, Maria Sirois, shares the stories and research that illuminates the value of attention to outer and inner beauty and to excellence, and shares practices that can easily be applied in every domain of our living.  
Presenters
avatar for Maria Sirois

Maria Sirois

Maria Sirois, PsyD, is a positive psychologist and seminar leader who teaches internationally in the intersection of resilience and flourishing. Known for her wisdom, authenticity, and rampant humor, she delivers invigorating practices to corporate and nonprofit audiences alike. Maria... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 12:00pm - 12:30pm EDT
Crane East, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  ✴️ Community Event, Lecture/Talk

12:00pm EDT

My Best Playlist- Yoga Music Workshop
Join DJ Taz Rashid for a workshop on how to build a yoga music playlist. Learn how to breakdown your classes in a simple way, and easily build your favorite music into any practice whether it’s a high intensity vinyasa, or a mellow yin, restorative class or to your personalized yoga style.
DJ Taz will show you how to hone your instinctive listening and intuitive teaching skills to "mix beats" and make smooth transitions throughout your classes. Taking the time to focus on developing the role of music in your yoga classes allows you to feel more confident about how music is enhancing your teaching, while you can expand and use your music library more efficiently. Any teacher can build her unique sound with compelling music that enhances the practice, inevitably attracting a larger student following.  Highly recommended for teachers but anyone can attend.
Presenters
avatar for DJ Taz Rashid

DJ Taz Rashid

Musician/Producer/DJ, Soul Groove Wellness
DJ Taz Rashid brings a high vibrational energy to any room instantly by mixing the beats and rhythms of Love, Ancient New World, House, Devotional, and all the cosmic sounds. He is known for his unique style of blending electronic dance music with yoga and meditation, which has made... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Thunderbolt Room
  Lecture / Talk

12:00pm EDT

Gentle Is The New Advanced: A Yoga Revival
Let's come together. To ease our pain, to feel some inner peace, and to summon the strength and courage to overcome the obstacles that lay before us. Utilizing simple breath-centered practice to embody our intentions, and enjoying the supportive atmosphere of friendship and shared inquiry with other like-minded people, we will foster transformation and resilience.

In this workshop, J. Brown brings his 25+ years of teaching experience in a personalized therapeutic approach that adapts to individual needs, and his knack for creating open communication developed through his industry leading podcast, J. Brown Yoga Talks, to facilitate a co-creative ritual of healing and spirit.

This is an opportunity for both those who have never met J before to be introduced to new possibilities, and for old friends to catch up and compare notes. No previous experience is required. All are welcome.
Presenters
avatar for J. Brown

J. Brown

For more than twenty years, J. Brown has been developing techniques to teach people how to practice yoga in a deeper and more fulfilling way. He is also a well known writer and podcaster, having been featured in Yoga Therapy Today, the International Journal of Yoga Therapy, and across... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Crane West, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Yoga

12:00pm EDT

Shushumna Nadi in Theory & Practice: The Central Pillar of Krishnamacharya's Yoga
An organizing principle of Krishnamacharya’s breath-centered approach to yoga theory and practice involves the opening of the central channel of the energetic body – the Shushumna Nadi.  Leslie’s uniquely anatomical and experiential perspective on this topic refers to this as “vertical axis integration.”  This session will explore this idea in a practice sequence that integrates asana, kriya, bandha, mudra, pranayama. The session will conclude with a dhyana on the imagery derived from Krishnamacharya’s unique perspective on Prana/Apana, Kundalini and Agni.
Presenters
avatar for Leslie Kaminoff

Leslie Kaminoff

Leslie Kaminoff is a yoga educator inspired by the tradition of T.K.V. Desikachar. He is an internationally recognized specialist with four decades’ experience in the fields of yoga and breath anatomy. He leads workshops for many of the leading yoga associations, schools and training... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Burbank Room, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Yoga

12:00pm EDT

Ultimate Bliss Body Yoga
The spiritual journey is not meant to be a dirge. It’s meant to be a dance of the highest bliss and joy. But how
do you access it? Join master yogi, founder, musician, and internationally acclaimed teacher, Todd Norian, as
he guides you step-by-step into the life-affirming and deeply blissful teachings of Tantra Yoga that weave back
together the body, mind, and heart into an integrated meaningful matrix of relationship. Practice a variety of
blissful standing poses, hip openers, backbends, and twists.
During this class, you
  •  Learn the 4-steps to bliss through alignment-based, heart-centered Ashaya Yoga
  •  Cultivate deep peace through breathing, mantra, and meditation
  •  Gain powerful and practical insights for how to live with more bliss and ease
  •  Receive hands-on adjustments to improve your alignment and find more joy in the poses
  •  Enjoy Todd’s music throughout the class
By the end of the class, you’ll feel rejuvenated, and your blissful smile will shine more joy out into the world.
Ashaya Yoga is an accessible, therapeutic, and safe practice for all levels of beginners to advanced yogis.
Modifications are given and you’re encouraged to go at your own pace.

Recommended reading: Todd Norian, Tantra Yoga: Journey to Unbreakable Wholeness, A Memoir; Ashaya
Yoga: Align Your Body, Awaken Your Heart Manual; Introduction to Ashaya Yoga Therapy Manual
Presenters
avatar for Todd Norian

Todd Norian

Todd Norian, E-RYT 500, YACEP, internationally acclaimed yoga teacher, author of Tantra Yoga: Journey to Unbreakable Wholeness, A Memoir, and founder of Ashaya Yoga®, has practiced and taught yoga for over 42 years. Designated a Kripalu Legacy faculty member, Todd became a Kripalu... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Fischer
  Yoga

12:30pm EDT

✴️ Funky Vinyasa Flow
Explore the art of yoga with a unique blend of creative sequencing, proper scaffolding, and alignment techniques. Learn to flow through dynamic movements, master inversions and cultivate strength through conditioning exercises. Delve into the playful side of yoga and elevate your practice while embracing fluidity, creativity and mindful alignment.

Featuring Studio Partner, Greylock Yoga
Presenters
avatar for Nicole Carter

Nicole Carter

Greylock Yoga
Nicole Rizzo Carter is on track for her 500 YTT. She has over 25 years of teaching experience in yoga, dance & choreography. Before becoming a full time teaching artist and yoga teacher, Nicole was a professional actress and dancer. She has acted in off-Broadway plays and took part... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Outdoor Stage, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  ✴️ Community Event

1:00pm EDT

✴️ Yes Talk: The F Word: Fascia Makes you Whole
Fascia science continues to produce exciting findings that are relevant to all bodies whether you’re a yogi, athlete, clinician or could care less about your anatomy. Jill walks you through the micro and the major basics of WHY you should care about this connective tissue and how it relates to your overall health and wellbeing.

Presenters
avatar for Jill Miller

Jill Miller

Tune Up Fitness
Jill Miller, C-IAYT, ERYT, is the co-founder of Tune Up Fitness Worldwide and creator of the self-care fitness formats Yoga Tune Up® and The Roll Model® Method. With more than 30 years of study in anatomy and movement, she is a pioneer in forging relevant links between the worlds... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 1:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Crane East, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  ✴️ Community Event, Lecture/Talk

1:00pm EDT

✴️ Introduction to Permaculture: Designing Your Home, Farm and Business
Regenerative Farming, Biodynamics and Climate Resiliency
Climate change, economic collapse, flooding & wide spread pollution, are all pointing to a need for an articulate and comprehensive alternative. Permaculture is an ecological design science for creating fruitful and abundant communities.

Permaculture addresses the major issues of our day with a whole systems approach. It is a worldwide movement that is helping to regenerate local ecologies and economies.

Topics Covered:
• History and Origins of Permaculture
• Sustainable Cities
• Natural Building
• Best Places To Live & Start Communities and Homesteads
• Climate Resilience
• Off Grid Energy
• Ecological Water Solutions
• Agroforestry Tropical to Temperate & Starting Nurseries
• Bio-intensive, Organic & Regenerative Farming
Presenters
avatar for Andrew Faust

Andrew Faust

One of the premier Permaculture teachers and designers in North America with over two decades of experience in the field. His passionate and mind expanding talks and curriculum have motivated teachers, students since his decade long career as a H.S. teacher at Upattina's, a open community... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Clark Room, Country Inn
  ✴️ Community Event, Lecture/Talk

1:00pm EDT

The Next Step in Slackline Yoga
Level: Intermediate
Elevate your practice to new heights with "The Next Step in Slackline Yoga," a class designed for those ready to explore the dynamic and flowing aspects of this unique discipline. The YogaSlackers have skillfully adapted over 150 traditional asanas to the slackline, and this class invites you to delve into the fluidity of moving between these poses, enriching your slackline yoga journey.
In this intermediate-level class, we focus on developing seamless transitions on the slackline, akin to the flow of a vinyasa yoga class. Here, each movement is intentionally synchronized with the breath, creating a rhythmic dance of balance and grace. This approach not only enhances physical stability but also cultivates a deep sense of presence and mindfulness.
Prerequisites for this class include either completion of any of our beginner level Slackline Yoga classes or a minimum of three months of slackline experience. This ensures that all participants have a foundational understanding of slackline yoga, allowing the class to collectively progress into more advanced flows and transitions.
This class is more than just physical practice; it's a meditative experience where breath and movement merge on the slackline. It's an opportunity to deepen your connection to yourself and the line, exploring how each transition can be an expression of balance, focus, and fluidity.
Join us in "The Next Step in Slackline Yoga" and discover the beauty of flowing transitions,or new poses, where each step and shift on the line becomes a part of a larger, harmonious sequence, embodying the essence of vinyasa in the realm of slackline yoga.
Presenters
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YogaSlackers

Co-Founder and Master Teachers, YogaSlackers
Since their inception in 2005, the YogaSlackers have become synonymous with innovation in the yoga community. They skillfully merge the introspective practice of yoga with the dynamic elements of acrobatics and slacklining, offering a unique approach that challenges and nurtures both... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Slackline Park, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Slackline, Slackline

2:00pm EDT

Blissed Out: Ecstatic Dance + Meditation
Shake, move and meditate life never before. Allow your full self to be expressed through this four-part movement and meditation process infused with powerful beats. Dive deep into the multi-dimensional being, open up the energy channels and release any blockages that keep you feeling stuck. Indulge in this conscious movement and meditation practice and embody bliss.
Presenters
avatar for Coby Kozlowski

Coby Kozlowski

Faculty, Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health
Coby Kozlowski, M.A., senior faculty member for the Kripalu School of Yoga and Esalen Institute, author of One Degree Revolution: How the Wisdom of Yoga Inspires Small Shifts That Lead to Big Changes, has been featured on the cover of Yoga Journal and Mantra Yoga + Health, and was... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Outdoor Stage, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Dance & Movement

2:00pm EDT

Awaken Shakti - the Goddess Archetype Within You
This class is suitable for men and women. The pinnacle of the Goddess archetype is the Wisdom Goddess with side archetypes of the Mother and the luminous Devi. Discover the archetypes of the slumbering Goddesses or Shakti within us as Lakshmi, Saraswati, Kali, Durga, Tara and Kwan Yin. Unleash this Shakti, within you as the creative power of the One. This Shakti archetype guides us through all aspects of life transitions such as adulthood, relationships, marriage, parenting, profession, mentoring and finally enlightenment. With Shakti's guidance, we are able to fully express the heroine’s journey to Self Actualization.

Manoj will help you find your personal deity Goddess archetype

(This workshop is 80% lecture, 10% meditation, 5% Mantras and 5% light spiritual stretches.)
Presenters
avatar for Dr Manoj Chalam

Dr Manoj Chalam

Manoj uses an entertaining storytelling style using Hindu/Buddhist deities in his workshops to illuminate deep Vedanta philosophy and help people in their hero’s journey. An Indian-born scientist with a Ph.D. in Chemical engineering from Cornell University, Manoj helps individuals... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Crane East, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Lecture / Talk

2:00pm EDT

Hips: Align • Refine • Release
This highly informative and rigorous practice will help you expand your body awareness, increase your strength and maximize your flexibility. Through targeted muscle engagements and joint alignments you will learn how to change the way you sit, stand, move, and practice yoga. This class will empower and inform you on the necessary techniques that create long lasting changes in your body.
Presenters
avatar for Matt Giordano

Matt Giordano

Yoga instructor Matt Giordano (500 ERYT) gives credit to an influential figure from his teenage years--his high school art teacher-- for sparking within him the curiosity and tenacity that eventually led him to yoga. It was Eileen Walk who told Giordano: "You are not allowed to say... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Burbank Room, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Yoga

2:00pm EDT

Revolution of the Soul
The revolution begins within!
We have work to do, and the time is NOW for all of us to wake up and do what needs to be done to create a world that is just, fair, free, equal, safe, happy, healthy, and peace-filled for ALL beings everywhere. 
Following some of the practical and spiritual guidelines from my book, Revolution of the Soul, join me for this unique class and unpack how the inside/out work of personal transformation can change both ourselves and the world we live and share. 
In this class, we will explore our evolution, the work we do on ourselves that inspires growth, and our revolution, the work we do in the world to create social change. 
Understanding that our evolution is the revolution, the class will begin with a dharma talk, followed by a powerful and thought-provoking practice that includes pranayama, asana, and meditation while applying spiritual context to re-frame personal narratives and connecting sacred texts to modern circumstances. 
This unique embodied practice, coupled with deep reflection, can help shift our limiting beliefs and reaffirm our commitment to healing our relationship with ourselves, Spirit, this planet, and each other…  all in the name of peace.
That’s a revolution worth loving for!
Presenters
avatar for Seane Corn

Seane Corn

Seane Corn (she/her) is an internationally-acclaimed yoga teacher, author, and public speaker who has been at the forefront of yoga, activism, and community service for 30+ years. Known for her social activism and impassioned teaching style, Seane is raw, honest, articulate, and spiritually... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Greylock Hall, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Yoga

2:00pm EDT

Unlock Your Inner Voice with the Yoga of Voice
Prana moves through the body with breath. When we add the vibration of sound we amplify our ability to experience that prana. The result is that we feel more energized, enlivened and embodied. By activating the audible voice we awaken our ability to voice feelings, needs and our own truth. The more comfortable we become with our own sound the more comfortable we become expressing ourselves to the world. That is our right—and our responsibility. At this moment in time, it’s imperative. In this practice we’ll utilize breath, movement, asana, chanting and improvisational sound to cultivate a greater connection to the voice within and, therefore, to a greater sense of presence, power and peace.
Presenters
avatar for Jurian Hughes

Jurian Hughes

Jurian Hughes, E-RYT 500, YACEP, MFA, is founder of the Yoga of Voice and Fifth Chakra Yoga; co-creator of The Yoga of Yes; a Let Your Yoga Dance® teacher trainer; voice coach; personal mentor; writer; speaker; and theatre performer known for her passionate, playful and engaging... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Fischer
  Yoga

2:00pm EDT

Yin Yoga and Story Time
Nourish your body, mind and spirit in this deeply relaxing practice.
Listen to mythic stories from the Yoga and Buddhist traditions that will inspire your mind and open your heart while being guided to gently stretch and bring ease to your body with slow, deep floor stretches. All levels




Presenters
avatar for Amanda Giacomini

Amanda Giacomini

Amanda is a dedicated Yogini with over 20 years of practice and fifteen years of teaching. She teaches weekly classes other studio which she co-founded in 2001 with MC YOGI, Point Reyes Yoga in Point Reyes, California.Amanda met her husband Nicholas, aka MC YOGI at a yoga teacher training at It's Yoga in San Francisco in 2000. The two fell in love, traveled to India the following year and then opened their own yoga studio inside Nicholas' family barn in Point Reyes... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Crane West, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Yoga

2:00pm EDT

✴️ Cacao and Tarot Circle
Coming together in community to celebrate the act of ritual. Sitting with the plant medicine cacao, through meditation, card spread readings, journaling and voluntary sharing we call in energy to support us in letting go to better align with our most authentic selves.
Presenters
avatar for Katelyn Ryan

Katelyn Ryan

Balance Cohassett

Saturday June 15, 2024 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Thunderbolt Room
  ✴️ Community Event

2:30pm EDT

✴️ Unlocking Your Creative Potential
Accessing and developing a healthy creative process is an essential skill for creators across all mediums (yogis, artists, writers, etc.).  But insecurity, procrastination, and the challenges of modern life often get in the way of harnessing our potential. In this workshop hosted by Sawyer Hurwitz (Psychotronic Solutions) we'll explore the multifaceted nature of creative work, blending scientific insights with practical guidance to unlock your true creative capabilities. 

Presenters
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Psychotronic Solutions: Sawyer Hurwitz

Sawyer Hurwitz, better known as Psychotronic Solutions, is an augmented reality collage artist living out of Los Angeles, California. His work has shown in galleries and festivals around the world. Psychotronic Solution’s collages are intricate meditations on topics related to identity... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Clark Room, Country Inn
  ✴️ Community Event, Lecture/Talk

3:00pm EDT

✴️ Slackline Yoga: Finding Balance Through Mindful Movement
Embark on a transformative journey with Slackline Yoga, a practice that redefines your sense of balance and mental focus. Often referred to as Slackasana, this unique discipline combines the physicality of yoga with the meditative focus of balancing on a 1-inch wide 'yoga mat' - the slackline. Experience a moving meditation that engages your complete body awareness, taking your yoga practice to a new level of mindfulness and equilibrium.

In this 90-minute 'Slackshop,' we will explore the foundational elements of the Slackasana series. The class is designed to cater to all skill levels, offering a supportive and inclusive environment for everyone from beginners to seasoned practitioners. You will learn the basics, including kneeling, sitting, standing, an arm balance and an inversion. Yes, you read correctly! 

Slackline Yoga is not just for yogis; it's for everyone - climbers, couch potatoes, athletes, and anyone seeking a new form of physical and mental discipline. It's an invitation to take your yoga practice off the traditional mat and into a space where balance meets meditation.

No previous experience with slacklining or yoga is necessary. Come join us in this engaging and enlightening Slackshop, where every step on the line is a step towards greater mindfulness and poise.
Presenters
avatar for YogaSlackers

YogaSlackers

Co-Founder and Master Teachers, YogaSlackers
Since their inception in 2005, the YogaSlackers have become synonymous with innovation in the yoga community. They skillfully merge the introspective practice of yoga with the dynamic elements of acrobatics and slacklining, offering a unique approach that challenges and nurtures both... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Slackline Park, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  ✴️ Community Event, Slackline

4:00pm EDT

✴️ Permaculture For Regional Planning
Join us for this inspiring overview of Permaculture applied at a regional scale. Permaculture design ethics of community planning.
Starting with a clear understanding of the mistakes and challenges inherent in our present economy – including petroleum dependence and extreme weather -- this presentation focuses on how to redirect our society and its infrastructure back into alignment with the earth’s natural cycles, one region at a time.

Ideal for everyone interested in organizing their community around ecological and conservation based design. This talk will provide participants with the vision and tools for coordinating and synthesizing efforts for improving regional ecologies and economies while insuring a high quality of life for future generations.
Presenters
avatar for Andrew Faust

Andrew Faust

One of the premier Permaculture teachers and designers in North America with over two decades of experience in the field. His passionate and mind expanding talks and curriculum have motivated teachers, students since his decade long career as a H.S. teacher at Upattina's, a open community... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 4:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Jericho Room
  ✴️ Community Event, Lecture/Talk

4:00pm EDT

✴️ Business of Yoga: The Roadmap for Financial Freedom + Career Longevity
Are you a part-time yoga teacher whose scared to make the leap to full-time because you're worried about the money? You have a day job you're dying to leave but you can't understand how you could possibly make a living as a yoga teacher? Are you a full-time yoga teacher whose starting to experience burnout and looking for a long term sustainable career path? The good news is... there is a way...

In this workshop you will Explore:

  • Your Relationship With Money
  • The Problem(s) with the Current Yoga Teaching Model
  • A Realistic Path to Passive Income
  • The 4 Noble Truths of Growing a Yoga Business
You will Learn about and Workshop your Roadmap:
  • How to choose a Niche in 5 mins.
  • Your first digital download to grow an audience
  • Your first passive income online product
  • How to create Medium and High Ticket offers that Help People.

The hustle required for creating success as a yoga teacher is real, and so is the burnout that comes with it. With a combined 25+ years as entrepreneurs in the yoga and wellness space, Kate Lombardo and Patrick Franco, co-directors of YogaRenew— the largest online teacher training program in the world— have worn every “hat” there is a yoga teacher. In this session, they’ll teach you how to lay the foundation for a business that focuses on earning you more money and giving you back your most valuable currency— your time— so you can build a prosperous and sustainable career sharing the practice you love.

Brought BYF Platinum Sponsor, YogaRenew.
Presenters
avatar for Patrick Franco

Patrick Franco

Co-Director, Yoga Renew
Revered as the yoga teacher’s yoga teacher, Patrick Franco has leveraged his extensive knowledge across yoga and eastern medicine to develop and inspire some of the world’s most influential yoga instructors. His magnetic demeanor has been a guiding light for the international... Read More →
avatar for Kate Lombardo

Kate Lombardo

Co-Director, YogaRenew
Kate Lombardo is a Conscious Business Mentor and Yoga Teacher Trainer. As co-director of YogaRenew, the world’s largest yoga teacher training program, her work as a yoga instructor spans the globe, touching tens of thousands of students internationally. She is fiercely passionate... Read More →

Sponsors
avatar for YogaRenew

Saturday June 15, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Clark Room, Country Inn
  ✴️ Community Event, Business of Yoga

4:00pm EDT

Intro to Sonic Chakra Balancing
Experience a Sonic Chakra Balancing Workshop with Char Willingham, an immersive experience designed to align and rejuvenate your body’s seven energy centers using the power of sound. This workshop is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being through the ancient practice of sound healing. You’ll explore the seven primary energy centers, each linked to specific aspects of your emotional and physical being. Immerse yourself in the healing vibrations of various instruments, each aligned with particular chakras, to harmoniously open, balance, and activate your energy centers. Participate in this interactive session, where you learn to use sound healing tools and techniques for personal care and to assist others, offering practical skills for everyday use while enriching your understanding of chakras and sound’s therapeutic power, suitable for beginners and experienced practitioners. This Sonic Chakra Balancing Workshop offers a unique opportunity to deepen your knowledge of the chakra system and the healing power of sound.
Presenters
avatar for Char Willingham

Char Willingham

Char Willingham (she/her) is a Bipoc Sound Alchemist & Practitioner Trainer, Yoga Teacher (E-RYT 500, RPYT & YACEP), Movement Professional, Meditation Guide, Drumming, Sacred Cacao & Women’s Empowerment Facilitator.Char’s lifelong study of movement has taken her on an incredible... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Fischer
  Sound Healing & Self Care, Sound Bowls

4:00pm EDT

Developing a Strong Spiritual Core
The latest neuroscience research shows that people with a strong "spiritual core" experience less anxiety and depression than those that don't. But what do we mean by a "strong spiritual core?" And how does yoga help someone develop it?

You'll often hear people say that yoga is "spiritual but not religious." Yet, it's not always clear what distinguishes one from the other or what either has to do with a breathing and moving practice.

In this workshop, J. Brown will offer simple practice and facilitate discussion around different philosophical viewpoints and the notion of a higher power in the context of yoga. This will include the relationship between meditation and prayer, soul and creator, intuition, and ways in which we might develop receptivity and direction.
Presenters
avatar for J. Brown

J. Brown

For more than twenty years, J. Brown has been developing techniques to teach people how to practice yoga in a deeper and more fulfilling way. He is also a well known writer and podcaster, having been featured in Yoga Therapy Today, the International Journal of Yoga Therapy, and across... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Crane West, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Yoga, Lecture

4:00pm EDT

Kula Flow: A Supple Psoas
(1-2 Yoga Blocks Highly Recommended)

Your psoas is major. It’s one of the few muscles that connects your upper and lower body, and specifically your leg limbs to your spine. It is responsible for helping (or disrupting!) functional movement and breath and is intricately connected to the emotional body via the nervous system. This class will build toward backbending and inner/outer hip opening, where you will explore other ways than the often used crescent lunge to create a supple set of psoas.
Presenters
avatar for Nikki Vilella

Nikki Vilella

Nikki is the co-director of Kula Yoga Project in NYC where she has been teaching for nearly two decades. She is at the helm of the 200 hour Kula Flow Foundations teacher training program, leads an annual 75 hour advanced TT at her home in upstate NY and offers a mentorship program... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Crane East, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Yoga

4:00pm EDT

Tantra Yoga: Align with Nature’s Way and Yoga Nidra
Tantra means “loom,” like a weaver’s loom, where you weave back together the various threads of yourself –
body, mind, and heart with the infinite, unbounded, universal spirit. Tantra is the recognition that you are
already enough and worthy just as you are. Practice a sequence of gentle asanas (standing poses, hip openers,
twists, and forward bends) leading to Yoga Nidra (yogic sleep), a deep, guided, ecstatic relaxation perfect for
ending your day.
During this class, you
  •  Align with nature’s way through the five elements (Earth, Water, Fire, Air, and Sky)
  •  Quiet the mind and cultivate deep inner peace through Yoga Nidra (yogic sleep)
  •  Receive hands-on adjustments to improve your alignment technique
  •  Release tension and stress and return home to your heart where you are already accepted and whole
  •  Enjoy Todd’s music throughout the class
Ashaya Yoga is an accessible, therapeutic, and safe practice for all levels of beginners to advanced yogis.
Modifications are given and you’re encouraged to go at your own pace.

Recommended reading: Todd Norian, Tantra Yoga: Journey to Unbreakable Wholeness, A Memoir; Ashaya
Yoga: Align Your Body, Awaken Your Heart Manual; Introduction to Ashaya Yoga Therapy Manua
Presenters
avatar for Todd Norian

Todd Norian

Todd Norian, E-RYT 500, YACEP, internationally acclaimed yoga teacher, author of Tantra Yoga: Journey to Unbreakable Wholeness, A Memoir, and founder of Ashaya Yoga®, has practiced and taught yoga for over 42 years. Designated a Kripalu Legacy faculty member, Todd became a Kripalu... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Burbank Room, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Yoga

4:00pm EDT

The Warrior Series - A Hands-Free Vinyasa Practice
If you like a strong, flowing, breath-centered yoga practice, but have done more than a few too many down dogs, up dogs and chaturangas, then this is the class for you. This practice-heavy workshop will lead you through a specially-designed vinyasa that strongly works the legs and moves the spine in all possible directions, all without putting any body weight on your hands.
This session can be extended into two parts, with part one focusing on the relationship of breath to movement, while introducing the basic movement principles of the sequence. Additionally, the use of breath cueing to achieve alignment and safety objectives will be covered through exploring individual adaptation and modification.
Building on the basics covered in part one, part two covers the full sequence of poses in the Warrior Series with an emphasis on the details of alignment. In particular, we will experiment with how to individualize breath and asana cueing for groups of any size, as well as how to modify the practice for individual therapeutic objectives. The vinyasa will be practiced twice, the first time flowing through non-stop, and the second time breaking down the myriad possibilities for individual adaptation.
Presenters
avatar for Leslie Kaminoff

Leslie Kaminoff

Leslie Kaminoff is a yoga educator inspired by the tradition of T.K.V. Desikachar. He is an internationally recognized specialist with four decades’ experience in the fields of yoga and breath anatomy. He leads workshops for many of the leading yoga associations, schools and training... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Greylock Hall, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Yoga

4:00pm EDT

✴️ Trauma-Informed Kundalini Yoga for Deep Release & Relaxation
We all know how difficult it can be to ease into the art of relaxation. We spend so much time in a state of chasing what is next, hustle culture and perceiving we must earn our right to be here. What if we are released into the awareness that we are perfect? What if there is no reason for “self-help” or “self-improvement”? What if we just shed the layers of stress that keep us confined in fear, false personality and identity? 
In this Trauma Informed Kundalini Yoga session, we will surrender to the universal truth that radiance, happiness, and divinity are a part of who we really are. Underneath the layers of false stories we find our True Identity, our Sat Nam, and there we recognize that we are both a work in progress AND a masterpiece. 
No kundalini experience required. This is suitable for all practitioners, and pregnant people are welcome. Wear comfortable clothes and bring water. 
Presenters
avatar for Jeannie O'Neil

Jeannie O'Neil

M.ED, E-RYT500, Yoga Farm Ithaca
Jeannie has a master's degree in education specializing in contemplative pedagogy and transformative curriculum design. She is a 500E-RYT Vinyasa and Kundalini Yoga Teacher, Mindfulness Meditation instructor, a Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider, and an Ayurvedic health practitioner.She... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Thunderbolt Room
  ✴️ Community Event, Yoga

5:45pm EDT

($) VIP Mountaintop Wine and Dine Experience: Limited Tickets Available. Sponsored by Curious Elixirs
(This event is an "Add-On" and must be purchased separately from your Festival pass)

JOIN the FEATURED PRESENTERS and SPONSORS of the Berkshire Yoga Festival for an exclusive Mountaintop Wine & Dine Experience.

Only 108 tickets available.

Take the chair lift up to the Jiminy Peak Summit for Amazing Views, Mocktails, Cocktails, and Mediterranean Mezze!

What's Included:
  • Chair lift to the Jiminy Summit
  • Mediterranean Mezze Food Spread
  • Hob Knob with the Featured Festival Presenters
  • Enjoy the incredible views of the Taconic Mountains before the Saturday night Extravaganza
  • $59 - 2 Drinks (Alcohol and/or Mocktails sponsored by Curious Elixirs.)
  • $49 - 2 Drinks (Mocktails provided by Curious Elixirs, Non Alcoholic)
Presenters
avatar for Beryl Bender

Beryl Bender

Beryl Bender has been teaching yoga and meditation since l971.  She is the best-selling author of several books on yoga, including Power Yoga, Beyond Power Yoga, and Yoga for Warriors.  A former biofeedback researcher with a degree in English and philosophy from Syracuse University... Read More →
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Dr. Chris Berlin

Instructor of Buddhist Ministry, Harvard Divinity School
Chris Berlin is an instructor in spiritual counseling and Buddhist ministry at Harvard Divinity School, where he also serves as a counselor to Buddhist graduate students. His teaching ranges from counseling theory and practice, and contemplative approaches to clinical chaplaincy... Read More →
avatar for J. Brown

J. Brown

For more than twenty years, J. Brown has been developing techniques to teach people how to practice yoga in a deeper and more fulfilling way. He is also a well known writer and podcaster, having been featured in Yoga Therapy Today, the International Journal of Yoga Therapy, and across... Read More →
avatar for Seane Corn

Seane Corn

Seane Corn (she/her) is an internationally-acclaimed yoga teacher, author, and public speaker who has been at the forefront of yoga, activism, and community service for 30+ years. Known for her social activism and impassioned teaching style, Seane is raw, honest, articulate, and spiritually... Read More →
avatar for Matt Giordano

Matt Giordano

Yoga instructor Matt Giordano (500 ERYT) gives credit to an influential figure from his teenage years--his high school art teacher-- for sparking within him the curiosity and tenacity that eventually led him to yoga. It was Eileen Walk who told Giordano: "You are not allowed to say... Read More →
avatar for Leslie Kaminoff

Leslie Kaminoff

Leslie Kaminoff is a yoga educator inspired by the tradition of T.K.V. Desikachar. He is an internationally recognized specialist with four decades’ experience in the fields of yoga and breath anatomy. He leads workshops for many of the leading yoga associations, schools and training... Read More →
avatar for Coby Kozlowski

Coby Kozlowski

Faculty, Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health
Coby Kozlowski, M.A., senior faculty member for the Kripalu School of Yoga and Esalen Institute, author of One Degree Revolution: How the Wisdom of Yoga Inspires Small Shifts That Lead to Big Changes, has been featured on the cover of Yoga Journal and Mantra Yoga + Health, and was... Read More →
avatar for Nikki Myers

Nikki Myers

Founder, Y12SR
Nikki Myers, MBA, C-IAYT, is an accomplished speaker, teacher and the founder of Y12SR, The Yoga of 12-Step Recovery.Nikki  is also a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, Addictions Recovery Specialist, and Certified Health Coach. Born from her personal struggle with addiction, based... Read More →
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DJ Taz Rashid

Musician/Producer/DJ, Soul Groove Wellness
DJ Taz Rashid brings a high vibrational energy to any room instantly by mixing the beats and rhythms of Love, Ancient New World, House, Devotional, and all the cosmic sounds. He is known for his unique style of blending electronic dance music with yoga and meditation, which has made... Read More →
avatar for Andrew Tanner

Andrew Tanner

Founder, Dregs of Wisdom School of Taoist Yoga
Andrew Tanner is a global yoga teacher, men's mind/body coach, and public speaker known for his soulful style of teaching, and unshaken faith in people's ability to transform for the better. He has been offering holistic healing work and guiding people on spiritual retreat for over... Read More →
avatar for YogaSlackers

YogaSlackers

Co-Founder and Master Teachers, YogaSlackers
Since their inception in 2005, the YogaSlackers have become synonymous with innovation in the yoga community. They skillfully merge the introspective practice of yoga with the dynamic elements of acrobatics and slacklining, offering a unique approach that challenges and nurtures both... Read More →

Artists
avatar for MC Yogi

MC Yogi

Artist, MC YOGI
MC YOGI is a recording artist, award-winning author, and yoga teacher. He's taught yoga and performed across the globe including headlining at Wanderlust festivals in over 30 US cities as well as Canada, Mexico, Japan, China, and Korea. His unique style of music and teaching is joy-filled... Read More →

Sponsors
avatar for Curious Elixirs

Saturday June 15, 2024 5:45pm - 7:25pm EDT
Mountain Top
  Culinary Experience ($)

7:15pm EDT

Mountain Music Extravaganza: Featuring MC Yogi, DJ Taz, Satigata & More
NOT TO BE MISSED!! THIS WILL BE EPIC!! PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!!

Night of music featuring MC Yogi, DJ Taz, Satigata, Radharani and Art by Psychotronic Solutions. More details to come about set times.

SET TIMES:

7:15pm-8:00pm: Radharani

8:15pm-9:20pm: Satigata

9:30pm-11pm: MC YOGI feat DJ Taz on the turntables!

The whole Festival will come together for an epic evening of song and celebration!
The concert is scheduled to be held outdoors, under tent. In the event of severe weather, the concert will be moved to an indoor venue on the Jiminy Peak campus.  For this reason we are capping attendance at 450 until we get a better idea of weather. If outdoors we can accommodate 1,000 people.  Even though the concert is included in passes including Saturday, space is not guaranteed. You must preregister for the session.
Artists
avatar for DJ Taz Rashid

DJ Taz Rashid

Musician/Producer/DJ, Soul Groove Wellness
DJ Taz Rashid brings a high vibrational energy to any room instantly by mixing the beats and rhythms of Love, Ancient New World, House, Devotional, and all the cosmic sounds. He is known for his unique style of blending electronic dance music with yoga and meditation, which has made... Read More →
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MC Yogi

Artist, MC YOGI
MC YOGI is a recording artist, award-winning author, and yoga teacher. He's taught yoga and performed across the globe including headlining at Wanderlust festivals in over 30 US cities as well as Canada, Mexico, Japan, China, and Korea. His unique style of music and teaching is joy-filled... Read More →
avatar for Radharani

Radharani

Radharani’s voice has been described as “angelic,” “crystalline,” and “hypnotic.” With meditative presence and soulful yearning, she draws the listener into states peace and inspired emotion. Her accessible, singable music is a blend of ancient mantras, heart-opening... Read More →
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Satigata

Founded in the chapels and classrooms of Harvard Divinity School, Satigata was developed by Chris Berlin and Darren Becker, both HDS Master of Divinity graduates in Buddhism. Blending traditional Buddhist chants with acoustic guitars, hand drums, and singing bowls and bells, Satigata... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 7:15pm - 11:00pm EDT
Outdoor Stage, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Music/Kirtan, Concert
 
Sunday, June 16
 

5:00am EDT

✴️ Abhishekam and Aarthi: Purification Ritual for Narayani
In this early morning Bhakti ritual you can just come and sit and listen to the mantras and watch

5-6am Abhishekam is an ancient purification ritual practiced in temples across India. The beautiful and elaborate process of abhishekam is accompanied by Vedic chanting.Offerings such as water coconut water milk curd honey fruits sandalwood powder turmeric sacred ash rice and thulasi (holy basil) are used in the ritual bathing of the deity. It is an offering of love and pure devotion symbolically cleansing one’s inner self with positive thoughts.

6-6:20am Aarthi is an ancient practice of offering lamps to a deity. Symbolically the flame is infused with the Divine’s love blessings and energy. The light signifies the dispelling of darkness and ignorance in a person’s life and the universe bringing wisdom hope and illumination.

Tobias Meinecke is a long-time devotee of Indian saint Sri Sakthi Amma. This will be a special experience of Bakthi Yoga Puja, or ritualized meditation.
Presenters
avatar for Tobias Meinecke

Tobias Meinecke

Tobias Meinecke is a film maker and devotee of Sri Sakthi Amma. As as devotee Tobias has been creating and hosting Pujas, or sacred ceremonies, for over 15 years all over the world. The Yagam or "Fire Ceremony" is typically offered at night while the Abisheikim or "Liquid Puja" is... Read More →
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Andrew Tanner

Founder, Dregs of Wisdom School of Taoist Yoga
Andrew Tanner is a global yoga teacher, men's mind/body coach, and public speaker known for his soulful style of teaching, and unshaken faith in people's ability to transform for the better. He has been offering holistic healing work and guiding people on spiritual retreat for over... Read More →

Sunday June 16, 2024 5:00am - 6:15am EDT
Crane East, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  ✴️ Community Event, Bhakti Yoga

7:00am EDT

✴️ Sunrise HIIT: Energize, Boost Metabolism, and Strengthen
Start your morning with an exhilarating HIIT class, where you'll experience a dynamic blend of high-intensity intervals and energizing movements designed to wake yourself up, boost metabolism, and improve overall strength and endurance. Get ready to push your limits, break a sweat, and leave feeling empowered and revitalized.
Presenters
avatar for Katie Armstrong

Katie Armstrong

Katie Armstrong, a transformational fitness and life coach, helps women over 35 achieve hormonal balance, gain strength and boost energy. With experience as a competitive triathlete, attorney, and entrepreneur, and with over 20 years experience as a yoga practitioner; she offers a... Read More →

Sunday June 16, 2024 7:00am - 7:30am EDT
Burbank Room, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  ✴️ Community Event, Fitness

8:00am EDT

✴️ Inner Radiance Flow: Harmonize Your Practice with 432Hz
Immerse yourself in the harmonious flow of movement and sound. As we warm up the spine, move through our sun salutations, invigorating sequences and grounding postures, the vibrations of 432Hz music will serve as a gentle guide, freeing blocked energy and facilitating a deeper connection with the natural rhythm of the universe. Known for its resonance with the Earth's vibrational patterns, the 432Hz frequency provides a soothing and expansive backdrop, allowing you to release tension, cultivate inner peace, and elevate your practice to new heights. Together, we'll create a space where you can let go, rejuvenate, and embrace the radiant energy within.

This class is presented in partnership of studio partnerm SWEAT Power Yoga.
Presenters
avatar for Krystal Say

Krystal Say

Owner, SWEAT Power Yoga
Krystal Say is an international Yoga Teacher, educator, and retreat leader. She has traveled to over 10 countries bringing mindful movement practices to individuals ready to enhance the way the feel and live. Forever a student, Krystal has her degree in Exercise Science and brings... Read More →

Sunday June 16, 2024 8:00am - 9:05am EDT
Fischer
  ✴️ Community Event, Yoga

8:00am EDT

Vision Board for Manifesting Your Dreams
In this experiential workshop, we will explore the power of creativity & intention.  Amanda will walk you through a step-by-step process of self-exploration through connecting with artistic medium including images, photos, and Nature. You will create a vision board collage harnessing clarity to manifest your next steps on living into a life that lights you up. When we show up for ourselves with an open heart, trust in the process, and are witnessed in community; beautiful things are created.  You will leave this class with your uniquely and "just right" crafted vision board to take home and anchor you long after the festival ends.  
Materials will be provided.

Presenters
avatar for Amanda Raymond

Amanda Raymond

ONE LIFE.LIVE IT.
Amanda Raymond, M.Ed, is the visionary & CEO of ONE LIFE.LIVE IT.  She is an international retreat leader, teacher, artist, and health coach with 20+ years of experience empowering children, women, and businesses.  ONE LIFE.LIFE IT. curates, hosts, & leads domestic and international... Read More →

Sunday June 16, 2024 8:00am - 9:10am EDT
Clark Room, Country Inn
  Lecture / Talk, Creative Process

8:00am EDT

Mantras, Beats and Meditations
Mantra is tool for the mind to help us overcome obstacles. Beats are an expression of the heart that help us connect as we move and breath together. Meditation is a practice cultivating a peaceful attitude. Join us as we weave these elements together to create an unforgettable, joyful and transformative yoga experience.
Presenters
avatar for MC Yogi

MC Yogi

Artist, MC YOGI
MC YOGI is a recording artist, award-winning author, and yoga teacher. He's taught yoga and performed across the globe including headlining at Wanderlust festivals in over 30 US cities as well as Canada, Mexico, Japan, China, and Korea. His unique style of music and teaching is joy-filled... Read More →

Sunday June 16, 2024 8:00am - 9:30am EDT
Burbank Room, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Meditation

8:00am EDT

Meditation is Everything
For thousands of years the word “yoga” was synonymous with meditation.  Every step on the classical 8 limbed path of yoga is intended to help prepare the mind for meditation thru training in concentration.  Meditation is not contemplation, or “thinking about things,” or even stopping thought.  Thoughts are not the enemy.  Meditation is not a spooky or an empty or spaced out state of mind.  It is simply a place of clear, undistracted and non-judgmental attention to whatever it is that is going on in consciousness - in this moment - whether pleasant or unpleasant. Mindfulness meditation does not require that we adopt any cultural affectations or beliefs.  It simply asks us to pay attention to the flow of experience in each moment.  Join Beryl and the sangha for mindfulness practice and find support in developing a well formed habit of attention and daily practice.  
Presenters
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Beryl Bender

Beryl Bender has been teaching yoga and meditation since l971.  She is the best-selling author of several books on yoga, including Power Yoga, Beyond Power Yoga, and Yoga for Warriors.  A former biofeedback researcher with a degree in English and philosophy from Syracuse University... Read More →

Sunday June 16, 2024 8:00am - 9:30am EDT
Thunderbolt Room
  Meditation

8:00am EDT

Slackline Yoga: A Gentle Journey to Confidence and Balance
If the thought of slacklining seems daunting, our "Slackline Yoga: A Gentle Journey to Confidence and Balance" class is designed just for you. The YogaSlackers have successfully guided over 30,000 individuals into the world of slacklining, and we are excited to share this journey with you. We understand the importance of taking things slowly and progressively, making sure that each step is approachable and grounded in safety.
In this class, we will introduce you to the world of Slackline Yoga with utmost care and attention. Our method involves first practicing poses on the ground, allowing you to become comfortable and confident with each movement before transitioning to the slackline. This step-by-step progression ensures a safe and supportive environment, making the practice accessible to everyone, regardless of their initial apprehensions.
Slackline Yoga is not just about physical balance; it's an exploration of inner confidence and the application of yogic techniques to achieve a state of focused calm. You'll learn how to harness your breath, focus your mind, and engage your body in unison, applying these skills to find the ultimate balance on the slackline.
No prior experience in slacklining or yoga is necessary. Our promise is to guide you through this practice at a pace that feels comfortable for you, celebrating each small victory along the way. Join us in this nurturing Slackline Yoga class and discover how you can transform apprehension into achievement, fear into focus, and uncertainty into balance.
Presenters
avatar for YogaSlackers

YogaSlackers

Co-Founder and Master Teachers, YogaSlackers
Since their inception in 2005, the YogaSlackers have become synonymous with innovation in the yoga community. They skillfully merge the introspective practice of yoga with the dynamic elements of acrobatics and slacklining, offering a unique approach that challenges and nurtures both... Read More →

Sunday June 16, 2024 8:00am - 9:30am EDT
Slackline Park, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Slackline, Slackline

8:00am EDT

The Yoga of the Foot: How To Be A Better Biped
As mammals of the genus homo, we have been walking erect for about 2 million years. Yet, in what amounts to an evolutionary blink of an eye, natural organic ground has literally been pulled out from under us, as we have leveled, paved, and otherwise smoothed out the unpredictable terrain our feet evolved upon. Add to this insult the injury of restrictive footwear and we in the industrialized world have an epidemic of physical ills that can be traced back to our compromised foundations.
This workshop will delve deeply into the history, structure, function and retraining of our feet as the foundation for a healthy asana practice and for living more fully functional lives as happy bipeds.
Presenters
avatar for Leslie Kaminoff

Leslie Kaminoff

Leslie Kaminoff is a yoga educator inspired by the tradition of T.K.V. Desikachar. He is an internationally recognized specialist with four decades’ experience in the fields of yoga and breath anatomy. He leads workshops for many of the leading yoga associations, schools and training... Read More →

Sunday June 16, 2024 8:00am - 9:30am EDT
Crane West, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Yoga

8:00am EDT

Yoga for Pain
Yoga practices can be used for different purposes. Some people use practice for fitness. Some people are looking for transcendence. But, more and more, people are coming to yoga to address their pain. It could be either physical or mental pain, usually both.

The way yoga practice helps us address pain is not the same way we might practice for other purposes. Many conventional approaches unsuccessfully attempt to do both and often leave students ill equipped to develop effective personal practice that meets their needs.

In this workshop, J will examine the distinguishing characteristics of yoga practice that is geared towards a lessening of pain and developing individual agency. We will identify both the technical and philosophical aspects that determine both the experience we have, and results we receive.
Presenters
avatar for J. Brown

J. Brown

For more than twenty years, J. Brown has been developing techniques to teach people how to practice yoga in a deeper and more fulfilling way. He is also a well known writer and podcaster, having been featured in Yoga Therapy Today, the International Journal of Yoga Therapy, and across... Read More →

Sunday June 16, 2024 8:00am - 9:30am EDT
Crane East, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Yoga

9:00am EDT

Mystical Yoga: The Path to Liberation Through Magick, Alchemy, and Ritual
Magick, often described as the art of channeling energy at will, is precisely what unfolds when we unite in movement, breath, and prayer within the realm of yoga.
In this transformative journey, our daily practice becomes an alchemical process wherein we transmute the confines of our body and mind into boundless expansion. It empowers us to transcend our limiting beliefs and transfigure the leaden weight of fear into the golden wisdom that resides within us.
As we engage in this potent and purposeful approach, yoga transcends mere exercise—it becomes a sacred ritual, a holy dance with the divine, a tangible expression of our devotion, and a cosmic act of service. It serves as an amplifier for our commitment to healing ourselves, one another, and our precious planet in our quest for peace.
Join me for a very special, powerful, and illuminating event, where we will harmonize our intentions and utilize the power of our bodies to awaken the energies that guide us toward wholeness and freedom.
This soul-stirring class will encompass a variety of practices, including sun salutations A and B, standing postures, backbends, forward bends, inversions, meditation, contemplation, mantra, mudra, and heartfelt prayer.
Presenters
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Seane Corn

Seane Corn (she/her) is an internationally-acclaimed yoga teacher, author, and public speaker who has been at the forefront of yoga, activism, and community service for 30+ years. Known for her social activism and impassioned teaching style, Seane is raw, honest, articulate, and spiritually... Read More →

Sunday June 16, 2024 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Greylock Hall, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Yoga

9:30am EDT

✴️ Serenity In Motion: Gentle Flow Yoga for Tranquil Wellness with Berkshire Yoga Dance & Fitness
Indulge your senses in a harmonious blend of movement and mindfulness with this meditative, compassionate class. this soothing practice invites you to gracefully transition through poses, fostering a sense of tranquility and inner peace.

Immerse yourself in the calming rhythm of your breath as you release tension, improve flexibility, and cultivate a deeper connection between mind and body.

Join Rachael for an enriching experience where serenity meets motion, and embark on a journey to rejuvenate your spirit and nurture your well-being. discover the transformative power of gentle yoga – your pathway to serene wellness begins here!


Featuring Studio Partner, Berkshire Yoga Dance & Fitness

Presenters
avatar for Rachael Plaine

Rachael Plaine

Owner / Director, Berkshire Yoga Dance & Fitness
Rachael Plaine, Owner and Director of Berkshire Yoga Dance and Fitness has always had a passion for movement which led her to receive a B.A. in Dance from the University of Massachusetts – Amherst, where she took her very first yoga class. In 2011 she received her yoga teacher certification... Read More →

Sunday June 16, 2024 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Outdoor Stage, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  ✴️ Community Event, Yoga

9:30am EDT

Mindfulness and Resilience on the Buddha’s Path to Awakening
The Buddha’s original teaching on mindfulness remains a practical approach to cultivating well-being, insight, and wisdom leading to awakening. This talk applies the four stages of mindfulness to a new theory of resilience as informed by Buddhist practice and positive psychology for ultimate flourishing.

Presenters
avatar for Dr. Chris Berlin

Dr. Chris Berlin

Instructor of Buddhist Ministry, Harvard Divinity School
Chris Berlin is an instructor in spiritual counseling and Buddhist ministry at Harvard Divinity School, where he also serves as a counselor to Buddhist graduate students. His teaching ranges from counseling theory and practice, and contemplative approaches to clinical chaplaincy... Read More →

Sunday June 16, 2024 9:30am - 11:00am EDT
Clark Room, Country Inn
  Lecture / Talk

10:00am EDT

Sound Bath Meditation
Join Sara for a Guided Sound Bath Meditation. Rejuvenate your body, mind and spirit as you lay or sit in stillness during this fully immersive experience. Listen to the sounds and feel the vibrations of crystal alchemy singing bowls to relieve stress and facilitate a deep state of relaxation & meditation. You will leave feeling  calm, balanced, and restored!
Presenters
avatar for Sara Flynn Gosselin

Sara Flynn Gosselin

Sara Flynn Gosselin is a passionate healer with the mission of helping others on all levels - be it physically, mentally, emotionally and/ or spiritually. A student and practitioner of various healing modalities, she is a 200-hr Yoga Instructor through the Essence of Yoga School in... Read More →

Sunday June 16, 2024 10:00am - 11:05am EDT
Fischer
  Sound Healing & Self Care

10:00am EDT

AcroYoga Flow: Harmony, Connection, and Fluidity for Beginners and Intermediates
Level:Beg/Int
In this AcroYoga class we will explore moving from one pose to another without coming off the ground, akin to a vinyasa practice, where two people will move fluidly in this case supporting each other.
Designed with both beginners and intermediate practitioners in mind, this class is a journey of discovery. Beginners will find a supportive and engaging environment to explore the basics of the flow, focusing on the gentle art of movement and connection. Intermediate students are invited to deepen their practice by connecting additional poses and improving their fluidity and technique. 
In this session, we emphasize the importance of harmony and softness in acro partnership. You'll learn to navigate the flow of movement, tuning into the subtle energies and rhythms of your partner. This class is not just about achieving physical poses; it's an exploration of how we can move together in unison, creating a dance of balance and fluidity.
Pre-Reqs: We recommend you are able to Hold Plank Pose for 1 minute or crow pose for 10 seconds on the ground. 
Presenters
avatar for YogaSlackers

YogaSlackers

Co-Founder and Master Teachers, YogaSlackers
Since their inception in 2005, the YogaSlackers have become synonymous with innovation in the yoga community. They skillfully merge the introspective practice of yoga with the dynamic elements of acrobatics and slacklining, offering a unique approach that challenges and nurtures both... Read More →

Sunday June 16, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Mountain Top
  AcroYoga

10:00am EDT

Kula Flow: Polish the Breath
In this class we will explore how the breath can be used to illuminate both the seen and unseen parts of ourselves. Through traditional yogic and nontraditional breath methods, you will get to know the trampoline of the diaphragm, the joint created within the relationship of the lungs and the heart, your pecs, psoas, tongue and your guts. We will manipulate the nervous system and create vagal tone, free up the highway between the brain and the belly, and explore bandha.
Presenters
avatar for Nikki Vilella

Nikki Vilella

Nikki is the co-director of Kula Yoga Project in NYC where she has been teaching for nearly two decades. She is at the helm of the 200 hour Kula Flow Foundations teacher training program, leads an annual 75 hour advanced TT at her home in upstate NY and offers a mentorship program... Read More →

Sunday June 16, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Burbank Room, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Yoga

10:00am EDT

Move • Breathe • Release
The “Feel Good” class you were waiting for! Unlock unwanted physical, mental and emotional tension with the 3 most effective yoga practices amplified by the power of the community. Together we will move our bodies, practice pranayama (breath work), and step into a group guided meditation. If you have never meditated, or done pranayama, do not worry, this will be a guided heartfelt experience.
Presenters
avatar for Matt Giordano

Matt Giordano

Yoga instructor Matt Giordano (500 ERYT) gives credit to an influential figure from his teenage years--his high school art teacher-- for sparking within him the curiosity and tenacity that eventually led him to yoga. It was Eileen Walk who told Giordano: "You are not allowed to say... Read More →

Sunday June 16, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Crane West, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Yoga

10:00am EDT

✴️ Cacao and Tarot Circle with Balance Studios
Coming together in community to celebrate the act of ritual. Sitting with the plant medicine cacao, through meditation, card spread readings, journaling and voluntary sharing we call in energy to support us in letting go to better align with our most authentic selves.

Brought to you by studio partner, Balance Studios.
Presenters
avatar for Katelyn Ryan

Katelyn Ryan

Balance Cohassett

Sunday June 16, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Thunderbolt Room
  ✴️ Community Event

10:00am EDT

✴️ Yoga At The Crossroads
Now that the ascent of yoga into the mainstream has long since peaked and we are on the other side of the paradigm shattering years of the pandemic, yoga teachers have been left in quandary about how to navigate the new landscape. 

In this panel discussion, we will hear from teachers who have been witness to the evolution of yoga in the west about what their experiences have been and where they see things going.
Presenters
avatar for J. Brown

J. Brown

For more than twenty years, J. Brown has been developing techniques to teach people how to practice yoga in a deeper and more fulfilling way. He is also a well known writer and podcaster, having been featured in Yoga Therapy Today, the International Journal of Yoga Therapy, and across... Read More →

Sunday June 16, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Crane East, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  ✴️ Community Event

11:00am EDT

✴️ In Our Yogi Era: Rad Rockin' Vinyasa with Radiance Yoga
Energize your body and mind with a dynamic ladder flow set to a rockin' Taylor Swift inspired playlist. In this class we emphasize linking breath with movement and poses are kept basic so all levels will enjoy getting lost in the music. Expect high energy, loud music and a whole lotta party!

Featuring Studio Partner, Radiance Yoga
Presenters
avatar for Shannon Cook

Shannon Cook

Radiance Yoga
I've practiced yoga in some way, shape or form for the last decade or so, always coming back to the mat to find the release of self we feel when we move through a flow. I live by the mantra, "get out of your head, and get onto your mat." I am invigorated by seeing myself, and my students... Read More →

Sunday June 16, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Outdoor Stage, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  ✴️ Community Event, Yoga

11:00am EDT

Yoga for Happiness: Awaken Your Potential for Unlimited Joy!
Happiness is in short supply these days. Whatever happiness we experience seems to vanish quickly. All day long we are bombarded by catastrophic news media that’s enough to bring anyone down. What’s a yogi to do?

You can make a difference by making yourself happier. When you feel happy, your frequency speeds up.
Negative thinking, doubt, unworthiness, and anxiety disappear. You literally raise the vibrational field around you. When you’re happy, everyone gets happier around you.

Join master yogi, founder, musician, and internationally acclaimed teacher, Todd Norian, as he guides you step-by-step into the life-affirming philosophy and practices that awaken your potential for unlimited joy.

During this workshop, you will
  • Expand your capacity for unreasonable happiness, happiness for no reason at all
  • Explore the empowering and spiritually uplifting philosophy of Nondual Tantra
  • Build inner strength, balance, and flexibility with alignment-based, therapeutic asana
  • Quiet the mind and cultivate inner peace through meditation, chanting, and relaxation
  • Receive hands-on adjustments to improve your alignment and go deeper
  • Enjoy Todd’s music and chanting of mantras and invocations throughout the class

Practice alongside a supportive community of other heart followers who are ready and eager to increase their
happiness. By the end of the class, you’ll have a renewed sense of purpose, inspiration, and freedom to live
your best life and bring more hope and joy into the world.

Ashaya Yoga is an accessible, therapeutic, and safe practice for all levels of beginners to advanced yogis.
Modifications are given and you’re encouraged to go at your own pace.

Recommended reading: Todd Norian, Tantra Yoga: Journey to Unbreakable Wholeness, A Memoir; Ashaya
Yoga: Align Your Body, Awaken Your Heart Manual; Introduction to Ashaya Yoga Therapy Manual
Presenters
avatar for Todd Norian

Todd Norian

Todd Norian, E-RYT 500, YACEP, internationally acclaimed yoga teacher, author of Tantra Yoga: Journey to Unbreakable Wholeness, A Memoir, and founder of Ashaya Yoga®, has practiced and taught yoga for over 42 years. Designated a Kripalu Legacy faculty member, Todd became a Kripalu... Read More →

Sunday June 16, 2024 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Greylock Hall, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Yoga

11:30am EDT

✴️ Accepting Radical Truth
What does it mean to live your truth? And why is it sometimes difficult? In this workshop, we'll explore the evolutionary and environmental roots behind insecurity. As we uncover the toxic hegemonies that limit our self-expression, we'll also learn practical techniques to embody and communicate your authentic self.
Presenters
avatar for Psychotronic Solutions: Sawyer Hurwitz

Psychotronic Solutions: Sawyer Hurwitz

Sawyer Hurwitz, better known as Psychotronic Solutions, is an augmented reality collage artist living out of Los Angeles, California. His work has shown in galleries and festivals around the world. Psychotronic Solution’s collages are intricate meditations on topics related to identity... Read More →

Sunday June 16, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Clark Room, Country Inn
  ✴️ Community Event, Lecture/Talk

12:00pm EDT

Form & Formless: Hindu/Buddhist Deity Archetypes & Enlightenment
Enlightenment (in the Vedanta tradition) is the journey of Knowing the Self, abiding in the Self and seeing the same Self in others with love and compassion. Manoj will guide you through the 3 practices of non dualistic Advaita Vedanta philosophy:  Shravanam (listening), Mananam (contemplation) and Nidhidhyasana (abiding in the Self).

The question then arises, what role do these deities such as Ganesh, Shiva, Lakshmi, Buddha,Tara play in this journey?. Manoj will bring in statues of these deities and relate their symbolisms to our journey to enlightenment. Through humorous archetypical story telling, discover your Isthadevata (personal archetype), uncover their secret symbolisms and learn the five ways to work with them as part of a practice towards spiritual awakening.

(This workshop is 80% lecture, 10% meditation, 5% Mantras and 5% light spiritual stretches.)
Presenters
avatar for Dr Manoj Chalam

Dr Manoj Chalam

Manoj uses an entertaining storytelling style using Hindu/Buddhist deities in his workshops to illuminate deep Vedanta philosophy and help people in their hero’s journey. An Indian-born scientist with a Ph.D. in Chemical engineering from Cornell University, Manoj helps individuals... Read More →

Sunday June 16, 2024 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Thunderbolt Room
  Lecture / Talk

12:00pm EDT

The Next Step in Slackline Yoga: Mastering Flow and Balance
Level: Intermediate
Elevate your practice to new heights with "The Next Step in Slackline Yoga," a class designed for those ready to explore the dynamic and flowing aspects of this unique discipline. The YogaSlackers have skillfully adapted over 150 traditional asanas to the slackline, and this class invites you to delve into the fluidity of moving between these poses, enriching your slackline yoga journey.
In this intermediate-level class, we focus on developing seamless transitions on the slackline, akin to the flow of a vinyasa yoga class. Here, each movement is intentionally synchronized with the breath, creating a rhythmic dance of balance and grace. This approach not only enhances physical stability but also cultivates a deep sense of presence and mindfulness.
Prerequisites for this class include either completion of any of our beginner level Slackline Yoga classes or a minimum of three months of slackline experience. This ensures that all participants have a foundational understanding of slackline yoga, allowing the class to collectively progress into more advanced flows and transitions.
This class is more than just physical practice; it's a meditative experience where breath and movement merge on the slackline. It's an opportunity to deepen your connection to yourself and the line, exploring how each transition can be an expression of balance, focus, and fluidity.
Join us in "The Next Step in Slackline Yoga" and discover the beauty of flowing transitions,or new poses, where each step and shift on the line becomes a part of a larger, harmonious sequence, embodying the essence of vinyasa in the realm of slackline yoga.
Presenters
avatar for YogaSlackers

YogaSlackers

Co-Founder and Master Teachers, YogaSlackers
Since their inception in 2005, the YogaSlackers have become synonymous with innovation in the yoga community. They skillfully merge the introspective practice of yoga with the dynamic elements of acrobatics and slacklining, offering a unique approach that challenges and nurtures both... Read More →

Sunday June 16, 2024 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Slackline Park, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Slackline, Slackline

12:00pm EDT

Four Tenets of Transformational Hands-On-Assists
This workshop is geared for yoga teachers or fitness professionals who work with individuals in group-class or one-on-one settings.
One of the main goals of yoga is to improve the flow of prana (energy or life-force) in the body. We use yoga asanas to help improve prana flow. Sometimes our students can’t access that state in their postures due to many factors.  A kind and compassionate hands-on-assist can facilitate the flow energy in the body by:
  • providing stability 
  • creating grounding
  • creating space in the body
  • helping improve breath. 
In this hands-on experiential workshop, we will learn the four main principles that will take your hands-on-assists to the next level and help your students experience postures in a whole new way.
We will learn to recognise when and where prana is restricted in the body in various asanas and learn the methods in which we can help improve prana flow with hands-on-assists. When prana is unlocked, the students can experience each pose in a more enjoyable, beneficial as well as more safe manner.
We will discuss student consent, approach, as well as how to use your hands with kindness and compassion for the health and wellness of your students. All of us are healers, we just need to fine-tune our senses and learn the power of our healing touch.

Brought to you by Studio Partner, Coolidge Corner Yoga
Presenters
avatar for Tatyana Souza

Tatyana Souza

owner, Coolidge Corner Yoga
As a PhD of Immunology and an E-RYT 500, Tatyana Souza weaves together seamlessly her health and body knowledge from eastern and western traditions. Inspired by the mental benefits of consistent yoga practice and by her family, Tatyana left her career in the pharmaceutical industry... Read More →

Sunday June 16, 2024 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Burbank Room, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Yoga, Teaching Methodology

12:00pm EDT

Intro to Katonah Yoga®
Welcome to Katonah Yoga® – a transformative journey rooted in Taoist theory, sacred geometry, and meaningful metaphors.

In our communal classes, we explore personal growth through pairs and groups, providing formal support with hands-on adjustments.

Katonah Yoga thrives on three universal principles: polarity, patterns, and repetition. Mediating between polarities, you'll harmonize body and mind, guided by the magic square of Taoist origin – a map to organize your personal abode, the body.

Approaching asana sequences as "workshops," we delve into each practitioner's unique proportions, ensuring alignment control and joint protection. Beyond the physical, Katonah Yoga® fosters a dialogue between postures, organs, and emotions, transcending habitual patterns for mind, body, and soul enrichment.

Cultivate a stable, safe, and sustainable practice during our time together. Master body proportions, assist others on their journeys, and integrate pranayama and Taoist meditations. This workshop will empower you to apply Katonah Yoga to any style, unlocking your full potential. Join us on this profound exploration of self-discovery and transformation.
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Gail Grossman

Gail Grossman, is Yoga Educator, Author & Guide. Considered a teacher of teachers Gail has been sharing the gift of yoga for decades. She educates and supports Yoga Students & Teachers to develop their skills and maximize the benefits of this ancient practice using a modern approach... Read More →

Sunday June 16, 2024 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Crane West, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Yoga

2:00pm EDT

Avita Yoga
Come to this sweet and deep class that uses muscles to target the deepest part of your body, the bones. But there's something more profound than your bones--your nervous system and your mind. We'll use Avita Yoga shapes and methodology to tap into our healing source. Avita Yoga is for all ages and abilities. No matter your yoga background, I hope you'll join us and access hidden layers waiting and wanting to be known.
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Jeff Bailey

Jeff discovered yoga in the mid-80s. His desire to understand the true joining nature of yoga has spanned 38 years of study and practice. As a trained Rolfer, Jeff integrates practical aspects of physiology, anatomy, emotional patterning, and compensatory movements into simple, digestible... Read More →

Sunday June 16, 2024 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Crane West, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Yoga

2:00pm EDT

The Portable Practice: Restorative Yoga on The Go
Would you like to be able to take your Restorative Yoga practice with you anywhere? Want to get all the benefits of Restorative Yoga, the relaxation and the healing serenity, without the need for bolsters, blocks and props? Or do you just want to feel like you've spent the afternoon on a sunny island beach? Regardless of your reason for showing up, this relaxing workshop will teach you how to do Restorative Yoga with minimal props. This is a restorative yoga practice you can do anywhere with just your favorite blanket and a pillow. You’ll be guided through a gentle, slow-moving sequence, the restorative postures will calm your mind, open your heart and relieve your stress, all while relaxing in perfect comfort. All you need is a pillow and blanket but please dress in layers.
 
Presenters
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Gail Grossman

Gail Grossman, is Yoga Educator, Author & Guide. Considered a teacher of teachers Gail has been sharing the gift of yoga for decades. She educates and supports Yoga Students & Teachers to develop their skills and maximize the benefits of this ancient practice using a modern approach... Read More →

Sunday June 16, 2024 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Burbank Room, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Yoga

2:00pm EDT

✴️ Align, Balance & Core: ABC’s of Chair Pilates Yoga By Pam RN
Join Pam Levin, RN and remain seated while you improve your posture, learn new ways to balance, all while building up your core! Pam’s focus is to incorporate brain and spinal cord health-boosting elements that promote neuroplasticity during every practice.
Dedicated to helping others achieve their goals and reach their full potential, Pam includes components of neurological rehabilitation into each session, enhancing the brain-body connection and neurological wellness.
Presenters
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Pam Levin, RN

Yoga & Meditation Instructor, Yoga By PamRN
Pam Levin, RN combines her passion for yoga with her background in nursing. For over 20 years, she’s honed her skills in Bikram, Hatha and Vinyasa throughout New York City and The Berkshires. She completed her 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher training at LifeWorks Studio in Great... Read More →

Sunday June 16, 2024 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Crane East, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  ✴️ Community Event, Pilates

2:00pm EDT

✴️ Freedom Through Impermanence
How does the Buddhist view of change and impermanence include the opportunity for growth, flourishing and personal transformation? This talk will emphasize the “Four Seals” of Buddhism and how these can turn our resistance to change into a sense of freedom.
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Dr. Chris Berlin

Instructor of Buddhist Ministry, Harvard Divinity School
Chris Berlin is an instructor in spiritual counseling and Buddhist ministry at Harvard Divinity School, where he also serves as a counselor to Buddhist graduate students. His teaching ranges from counseling theory and practice, and contemplative approaches to clinical chaplaincy... Read More →

Sunday June 16, 2024 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Clark Room, Country Inn
  ✴️ Community Event

2:00pm EDT

Slow Soul Flow: Dreams, Dao, & Dharma
Festival Co-Founder and Director Andrew Tanner is a master at making dreams become reality.  Throughout the festival you will have taken in teachings and experiences that are transformative and healing. But how will you integrate them into your life? In this 90-minute Soulful Vinyasa practice you will be guided at specific moments to call forth those experiences in your mind and integrate them subconsciously through movement and guided meditation so that you can experience clarity on your personal spiritual path.  Andrew's teaching style weaves together two threads of yoga: Classical Hatha-Raja Vinyasa in the style of Sri Dharma Mittra, and Sahm-Je (3-Element) Taoist Yoga, which incorporates feeling your vital energy or Qi in flowing dance-like movements and grounded breathwork. This class will be the perfect ending to your festival experience. After class you can stay and join the Closing Kirtan.
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Andrew Tanner

Founder, Dregs of Wisdom School of Taoist Yoga
Andrew Tanner is a global yoga teacher, men's mind/body coach, and public speaker known for his soulful style of teaching, and unshaken faith in people's ability to transform for the better. He has been offering holistic healing work and guiding people on spiritual retreat for over... Read More →

Sunday June 16, 2024 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Outdoor Stage, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  Yoga

3:30pm EDT

✴️ Closing Kirtan with Andrew & Friends
Join us in this final celebration of life, health, and spirit as we join together in song on the main stage. We will offer mantras of gratitude to all the teachers of the teachers of the teachers of yoga that have led us on this path... All the way back to the supreme teacher residing in the center of your chest as the real true self.
Presenters
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Matt Giordano

Yoga instructor Matt Giordano (500 ERYT) gives credit to an influential figure from his teenage years--his high school art teacher-- for sparking within him the curiosity and tenacity that eventually led him to yoga. It was Eileen Walk who told Giordano: "You are not allowed to say... Read More →
avatar for Andrew Tanner

Andrew Tanner

Founder, Dregs of Wisdom School of Taoist Yoga
Andrew Tanner is a global yoga teacher, men's mind/body coach, and public speaker known for his soulful style of teaching, and unshaken faith in people's ability to transform for the better. He has been offering holistic healing work and guiding people on spiritual retreat for over... Read More →

Artists
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Radharani

Radharani’s voice has been described as “angelic,” “crystalline,” and “hypnotic.” With meditative presence and soulful yearning, she draws the listener into states peace and inspired emotion. Her accessible, singable music is a blend of ancient mantras, heart-opening... Read More →

Sunday June 16, 2024 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Outdoor Stage, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
  ✴️ Community Event
 
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