It’s been an amazing summer for weather on the West Coast and life has been about as good as it gets for feeding body, mind and spirit. Even though there is temptation to hold dear the clear blue days of summer, it’s only natural that clouds will waft in and out, and then fall will proceed the winter. The seasons of the year and the seasons of life are inevitable. To move through them gracefully, I remember that the sun is always there, even if behind the clouds, and that we are being sustained by universal forces. This visualization and knowing brings a feeling of warmth, strength and connection to my own light within! Another way to practice presence with a connection to body, mind and spirit, is to occasionally retreat. I invite you to experience a retreat in community as per below, or if you prefer, through private yoga therapy (openings for in person or online). I look forward to sharing retreat energy with you!
Love & Light
Lori
I humbly acknowledge that I live, learn, work and play on the unceded and traditional territory of the Coast Salish peoples.
“Awaken Your Spiritual Warrior” Yoga Retreat
Prepare for the coming seasons, get clear about needed change or simply create space to “wake up” from within! This day together will offer grounding yoga practices that will also open your body and mind, cultivating a sense of presence that feeds the soul.
Sunday, October 23rd (9:30 am to 3 pm) – In Person Day Retreat includes 2 Yoga Classes to clear and renew energies (90 min each), 1 Guided Light Meditation (30 min), 1 Debrief/Introspective Workshop (30min) and a break for lunch from 12-1:15pm (lunch not included)
Location: The Yoga Root (Pro Arte Centre), 1225 Keith Rd E, North Vancouver, BC
Secure Your Space with the Early Bird (First 4 People Booked before Oct 3rd): $75 per person Book Now!
Regular Price (After October 3rd): $90 per person
For more information contact lori@bodyharmony.ca
Please know this intimate retreat will be offered to a maximum of 9 participants. Cancellation Fee prior to October 21st is $15.
“Nurture in Nature” Yoga Retreat
Nov. 14-16/22 at Bowen Island, BC
Our individual and unique nature is intertwined with everything living, however so many things we do shift us out of balance. When we are mindful in nature, it naturally restores the harmony and rhythm within ourselves, nurturing a more joyful experience of life. For our special time together, we will let our true nature find its flow through meditation, movement and breathing yoga practices in the nurturing serenity of our surroundings. On Bowen Island, settled in the heart of the 20 acres of forested property that is Nectar Yoga, we will gather in community to rebalance our material bodies while honoring our hearts, minds and spirits. It is our hope this retreat will encourage the creation of new rituals and healthy habits to help keep you in balance, so you may live life to the fullest.
LOCATION: This retreat will take place at Nectar Yoga, a beautiful sanctuary 20 mins off the coast a short distance from on the ancestral and unceded territory of Nexwlélexwm (Bowen Island, BC). Our practices will take place in a beautiful geodesic dome that is nestled in the Alders near a babbling creek fed by the fresh water spring that rises from the earth. They will also be held outdoors intertwined with nature and in the beautiful Onyx lodge.
INCLUDED: – Centering Yoga Practices (including Hatha, Yin & Restorative modified for all levels and abilities)* – Guided Meditation, Yoga Nidra & Breathwork sessions* – Yoga props – Ayurvedic Workshop – Fire Ceremony (dependent on weather and island fire regulations) – Time for sharing and hearing each others stories in community – Time for quiet and rest in nature or your cabins – Hot Tub Soaks – Nourishing Organic Meals (Dinner x 2, Breakfast x 2, Lunch x 1)** – Healthy Snacks and Tea – Luxury Accommodations – Shampoos, Conditioners, Soaps and Lotion (Natural and Eco Friendly) – Opening and Closing Circles
* All practices will be lead by your hosts Lori Charko and/or Beverly Akhurst
** All meals are provided and we will do our best to accommodate special food requirements. Please note however, that if the requirements are extremely specialized you may need to bring some of your own food.
NOT INCLUDED: Ferry transportation to and from Bowen Island (see below). Vehicle Transportation from the ferry to the retreat center (we encourage car pooling). Beach towels. Extra snacks and drinks as per individual diets.
GETTING THERE: BC Ferries runs a regular schedule from Horseshoe Bay, West Vancouver. Please check the schedule to arrive on time. You can travel on the ferry by car, foot or bike. If you travel by foot there is a bus (#280) just up the road about 100 feet that meets most ferries and will drop you at the entrance to Nectar.
HOW TO BOOK: We ask that you please fill out the form on this link if you are planning on joining us. You will receive a reply within 48 hours of its receipt.
DEPOSIT: A $300 CAD deposit is required to hold your spot.
EARLY BIRD: The first 6 people booking will receive Early Bird Pricing.
FINAL PAYMENT: The final payment is due October 3rd, 2022. After final payment you will receive a detailed list of what to bring along with your full retreat itinerary.
CANCELLATION POLICY: The $300 CAD deposit is non-refundable. Cancellation 30 days prior (or less) to retreat departure will not be refunded, as all planning will have been settled. You are however welcome to gift the retreat to another person or enquire about the waitlist so we can connect you with others waiting to join.
Friday Yoga with Lori
Ever wonder about the differences between the many styles of yoga? Each week this fall, Lori will highlight 12 different styles of yoga ranging from Karma Yoga to Restorative, creating hatha yoga flows that will include teachings and/or 1-2 examples of the various styles. Roll out your mat and join us from where you are for this fun and enlightening series Fridays 9:30 – 10:45 am, starting September 9th. Our virtual community welcomes new members, with drop ins welcome! Drop In for Hatha Flow