Thanksgiving Weekend Yoga Retreat
Friday, October 9 – Sunday, October 11, 2015 all-day
“Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos into order, confusion into clarity… it turns problems into gifts, failures into success, the unexpected into perfect timing, and mistakes into important events. Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today and creates a vision for tomorrow.” ~ Melody Beattie
The gifts of yoga and meditation—gratitude, presence, clarity, joy… reveal themselves naturally when we are unburdened from our daily stresses and the mental, emotional & physical challenges of our lives. This weekend retreat combines yoga, meditation, mindfulness, and somatic therapy in a beautiful nature setting, complete with delicious vegan and vegetarian food, and cozy accommodations.
This retreat is open to everyone—yoga practitioners, yoga teachers, and the general public. It ends on Sunday at 3pm, so you can either bring your friends and family members to the retreat, or have plenty of time left on Sunday night or Monday to engage in Thanksgiving festivities at home.
Retreat Schedule
FRIDAY
3-5pm— Arrival at Sugar Ridge (late arrival is permitted)
5:30pm— Introductions/Initial gathering
6:30pm— Dinner
7:30-9pm— Discussion on how to de-stress, relaxation & life balance, followed by a gentle yoga class and meditation.
10pm— Silence/lights out (if sharing a cabin)
7am— Morning Meditation
7:30-9am— Yoga Class
9am— Breakfast
9:30-11am— Free time. Participants may hike, drive to the beach.
11am-12:30pm— Somatic Therapy workshop
12:30pm— Lunch
1:30-4pm
Afternoon Activities
Please see Sugar Ridge website for a complete list.
-massage/spa services
-guided hike
-drive to the beach
-canoeing/kayaking/hiking at Wye Marsh
-Drive to Sainte-Marie Among the Hurons
-Drive to Discovery Harbour in Penetang
4:30-6pm— Afternoon Yoga (gentle class with meditation)
6pm — Dinner
10pm — Silence/lights out (if sharing a cabin)
7am— Morning Meditation
7:30-9am— Yoga Class
9am— Breakfast
9:30-11am— Free time. Participants may hike, explore the sites in the area.
11am-12:30pm Somatic Therapy workshop pt. 2
12:30pm— Lunch
1:30-3pm— Closing Circle and Wrap-up Activities
3pm— Retreat finishes – depart at your leisure.
In Christine’s yoga classes, both beginners and advanced practitioners will feel welcome. You can expect to gain a fundamental understanding of postures, learn sequentially, and receive clear instruction. She is committed to helping you learn to honour your body and develop your capacity to connect with your inner wisdom. Join us and allow the healing properties of nature, combined with good food, supportive company, and the intersection of yoga, spirituality, and psychology, nourish you—body, mind, and soul.
Facilitator
Christine Lee
Over 15 years of spiritual inquiry, personal development, and deep psychological work has resulted in Christine’s passionate dedication to supporting individuals in their personal journey—to overcome challenges and create a meaningful life.
Christine is a Registered Yoga Teacher and certified Strategic Intervention Coach, and is nearing completion of a Masters degree in Counselling Psychology. Christine is an intermediate level practitioner of the Somatic Experiencing method for healing trauma and a student of Jon Kabat-Zinn’s mindfulness-based programs.
She is an avid traveller who runs international retreats, national workshops, teaches local yoga classes, and works one-on-one with clients from all walks of life.
Registration Details
$495 shared accommodation
$645 private accommodation
$570 semiprivate accommodation (2 people in cabin)
Includes accommodation, all meals, yoga and workshops with Christine Lee.
E-transfer to [email protected]. mail a cheque or use a credit card here: .http://www.christineleeyoga.com/retreats
“Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos into order, confusion into clarity… it turns problems into gifts, failures into success, the unexpected into perfect timing, and mistakes into important events. Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today and creates a vision for tomorrow.” ~ Melody Beattie
The gifts of yoga and meditation—gratitude, presence, clarity, joy… reveal themselves naturally when we are unburdened from our daily stresses and the mental, emotional & physical challenges of our lives. This weekend retreat combines yoga, meditation, mindfulness, and somatic therapy in a beautiful nature setting, complete with delicious vegan and vegetarian food, and cozy accommodations.
This retreat is open to everyone—yoga practitioners, yoga teachers, and the general public. It ends on Sunday at 3pm, so you can either bring your friends and family members to the retreat, or have plenty of time left on Sunday night or Monday to engage in Thanksgiving festivities at home.
Retreat Schedule
FRIDAY
3-5pm— Arrival at Sugar Ridge (late arrival is permitted)
5:30pm— Introductions/Initial gathering
6:30pm— Dinner
7:30-9pm— Discussion on how to de-stress, relaxation & life balance, followed by a gentle yoga class and meditation.
10pm— Silence/lights out (if sharing a cabin)
7am— Morning Meditation
7:30-9am— Yoga Class
9am— Breakfast
9:30-11am— Free time. Participants may hike, drive to the beach.
11am-12:30pm— Somatic Therapy workshop
12:30pm— Lunch
1:30-4pm
Afternoon Activities
Please see Sugar Ridge website for a complete list.
-massage/spa services
-guided hike
-drive to the beach
-canoeing/kayaking/hiking at Wye Marsh
-Drive to Sainte-Marie Among the Hurons
-Drive to Discovery Harbour in Penetang
4:30-6pm— Afternoon Yoga (gentle class with meditation)
6pm — Dinner
10pm — Silence/lights out (if sharing a cabin)
7am— Morning Meditation
7:30-9am— Yoga Class
9am— Breakfast
9:30-11am— Free time. Participants may hike, explore the sites in the area.
11am-12:30pm Somatic Therapy workshop pt. 2
12:30pm— Lunch
1:30-3pm— Closing Circle and Wrap-up Activities
3pm— Retreat finishes – depart at your leisure.
In Christine’s yoga classes, both beginners and advanced practitioners will feel welcome. You can expect to gain a fundamental understanding of postures, learn sequentially, and receive clear instruction. She is committed to helping you learn to honour your body and develop your capacity to connect with your inner wisdom. Join us and allow the healing properties of nature, combined with good food, supportive company, and the intersection of yoga, spirituality, and psychology, nourish you—body, mind, and soul.
