Heathen Hill Yoga

Heathen Hill is pleased to present these outstanding guest teachers

Heathen Hill

JUNE 7-9, 2013 – The Spider and the Sage with ELLEN KAPLOW

EllenKTitle: The Spider and the Sage with ELLEN KAPLOW

Description

Weekend immersion dedicated to explore and expand your practice, connect to a simpler life, decompress from daily stress. Emerge reenergized in body , mind and spirit.

About Ellen Kaplow

E-RYT… Satsang Yoga creative director, YogaManJari Teacher Training

Ellen has been a well sought after ACE certified fitness instructor, Teacher- trainer and Group Fitness Director for over 25 years. She discovered Yoga (or Yoga found her) over 18 years ago and the rest as they say… is history. In the words of Rodney Yee, “We come to Yoga either from inspiration or out of desperation & for Ellen it was both.” After meeting her dear friend and mentor, Pam Flynn of Shakti Yoga, Ellen knew that this was a path she was meant to follow. Ellen completed an Anusara style teacher training with Molly Fox and Amy Ippoliti and is registered with the Yoga Alliance. She has studied extensively with Baron Baptiste, Sharon Gannon and David Life of Jivamukti Yoga, Maty Ezratry and Chuck Miller, Nancy Gilgoff, Lino Miele, Ana Forrest, Beryl Bender Birch , John Friend, Kofi Buscia, Christina Sell and Noah Maze’ and as of this Sept. Nikki Costello….so many wonderful teachers along the way.

She continues to study with and be inspired by her primary teacher Rodney Yee, (completing advanced teacher trainings with Rodney first in 2003 and each year since). Ellen has been included and has had the privilege of being part of a small retreat here at Heathen Hill open only to Rod’s senior students . (and not those who are AARP members). Being at Heathen Hill with Rodney, Colleen, Lippy and the rest of the crew..esteemed teachers in their own right, while doing what i love …is truly a gift. it has been an amazing journey!

Ellen‘s classes are a perfect blend of alignment, vinyasa and fun. Each experience is meant to allow the individual to discover his/her greatest potential. Ellen is grateful every day for the inspiration of her students and fellow instructors, the gift of Practice, her devoted staff and the love of her family (her three fabulous children, husband Rick and her 3 sweet pups. Ellen would also like to give a special shout out to Sally Narkis for urging her to step into the world of Teacher Training and retreats and to Connie Schaffer for opening this amazing studio with her over 10 years ago!

Namaste!

Retreat Schedule

Arrive any time after 2 on Friday.

Meet and greet at the Plum House 6:30pm. Dinner at 7.

Saturday practice 9-11:30,  pm practice 4:30- -6:30.

Sunday practice 8:30am to 11am…

 

Prices

Yoga House (double) $400 per person

Bonus House and Plum House single $485 per person

Honeymoon Sweet(dbl) $400 per person

Campground Luxe $400 per person

To register: satsangyogastudio@comcast.net, Attn. Ellen. Retreat

 

May 17-19, 2013 – Third Annual Summer Retreat with ALYSSA RUBIN

Photo by Irina PeschanDescription

Join us for our third annual summer retreat in the Catskills! Yoga, delicious food, friends and fresh air at Heathen Hill.

 

About Alyssa

Alyssa started her yoga journey as a teenager and has been teaching since 2009. She is trained and certified in hot yoga, vinyasa, prenatal and ashtanga. She loves the outdoors, fresh air, and organic, healthy food. She is super excited and grateful for the opportunity to lead this incredible retreat at Heathen Hill.

Retreat Schedule

Friday, May 17

6:30 – 7:15pm – Yoga
7:30pm– Dinner

Saturday, May 18

8:00-8:30am – Sun salutations & meditation (or sleep in!)
8:30am – Breakfast
10:30am – Noon – Yoga
12:30pm – Lunch/ free time
3:30 – 5:30 Yoga – 75 minutes of vinyasa flow, 45 minutes arm balances and inversion
7pm – Dinner/ Bonfire, BYOB/W

Sunday, May 19

9:00 – 11:00am – Yoga
11:30am – Country brunch

Price

Singles: $475
Doubles: $425
Camping: $395

For more info or to reserve your spot – AlyssaRubin@gmail.com

Aug. 24-26, 2012 – Tzahi Moscovitz

Location: Heathen Hill
Description: Spend a weekend of serenity found outside of concrete NYC– the Catskills, yoga, garden grown organic food, and fun!

Tzahi will lead the 3 yoga classes where each session will complement the others to provide a complete and well-rounded weekend of yoga— forward bends, backbends, inversions, restorative and pranayama. The combination of Heathen Hill’s peace and beauty, and a comprehensive yoga study will provide an experience that will leave you feeling integrated and enlivened.

About Tzahi

Tzahi Moskovitz became certified to teach the YogaWorks method in the first Certification to be held in New York, after his original training in the ISHTA tradition with Alan finger. In his teaching, Tzahi combines vigor, flow, and precision, using the full vocabulary of asana to create a practice that is safe while at the same time, playful and adventurous.

He is directly influenced by the flow and strength of the Ashtanga series and the alignment, intelligence and awareness of the Iyengar tradition. He is inspired by the teaching of Mary Dunn, Genny Kapuler and Mark Whitwell. His training and experiences as a medic provide Tzahi with a deep and practical understanding of anatomy as it relates to movement and asana

Start Date: August 24, 2012
End Date: August 26, 2012

The Weekend’s Agenda

Arrival: Friday, anytime after 8pm. Snacks will be served. Bring warm clothes. It gets cold in the mountains.

Saturday

Buffet breakfast available from 6:30-7:45AM
AM Yoga
Lunch – 12 noon
PM Yoga
Dinner – 7:30PM (Cocktails at your leisure. BYOB)

Sunday

Buffet breakfast available 6:30 – 7:45AM
AM Yoga
Country Brunch – 12 noon

Departure: 2pm- ish. Any later and you will be assigned yard work or house chores.

Prices

Double: $425.00

Single:  $500.00

Space is certainly limited to this secluded retreat and advanced registration is necessary: tzahi1@hotmail.com to reserve a spot.

Aug. 17-19, 2012 – Genny Kapuler Intermediate/Advanced



Details

Arrival: Friday afternoon. Post-travel grounding asana 5-7pm. Hot tub. Sangria. Dinner at 8pm

Saturday morning: Pranayama then asana. Lunch outdoors, weather permitting. Afternoon class. Cocktail hour (BYOB) and dinner.

Sunday morning pranayama and asana, Country brunch. On the road.

About Genny

Genny Kapuler has studied yoga since 1976 and has been teaching since 1980. She has studied three times in India with the Iyengar family. Her primary teacher here is Mary Dunn.

Before the birth of her child and before she began teaching yoga, Genny performed as a modern dancer; for many years she had her own company. She is also trained as an Alexander-technique teacher and is a practitioner of Body-Mind Centering.

In addition to her yoga training, Genny has studied anatomy extensively.

She applies this knowledge to her understanding and teaching of yoga, directing her students toward a deeper awareness in asana and pranayama through precision of alignment. Genny also uses the poetics of language to guide her students, and to create “a mind-state in the room that is gentle and focused.”

Through Iyengar Yoga, she says, students attain ever more precise alignment of the skeletal-muscular, organ, and nervous systems. Working towards harmony of body, mind, and spirit, they are able to move out into the world with more grace.

Prices:

Double pp: $490.00
Single: $565.00

We’ll start with a restorative practice on Friday at 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm followed by dinner.
Click here for the printable Registration form for this retreat.
Start Date: August 17, 2012
End Date: August 19, 2012

Aug. 10 -12 – Country Bliss: Bodhisattva Yoga in the Catskills

Description

In the Bodhisattva tradition, being of greater benefit to those around you, often begins with benefiting yourself. Vivekan & Jess invite you to do just that, with a summer weekend with them in the mountains! Deepen your practice with revitalizing Bodhisattva Yoga; a combination of challenging, mindful flows, Buddhist philosophy and meditation, and the altruistic motivation to help others– with a rock and roll sensibility to top it off. With home-cooked, locally-harvested meals, the idyllic summer setting, and lots of relaxing down-time, it’s the perfect opportunity to immerse in and stabilize the yogic cultivation of ananda (joy, bliss)!

Friday, August 10

Arrive anytime after 2pm and enjoy the property
4:30 – 6pm – Unwind in an Arrival Flow
Enjoy a welcome glass of sangria!
7pm – Delicious dinner in the Plum House

Saturday, August 11

Breakfast, self-serve to your pleasure
9:30am – 11am Morning Flow & Pranayama 
Sumptuous Lunch served outdoors
5pm – 6:30pm Afternoon Workshop & Meditation
Sunset dinner in the Plum House
Evening bonfire, s’mores and star-gazing 🙂

Sunday, August 12

Breakfast, self-serve to your liking
9:30am – 11am
Morning Flow & Pranayama
Hearty Country Brunch in the Plum House

About Vivekan & Jess

Vivekan is the founder and director of Park Slope, Brooklyn’s Bodhisattva Yoga (www.BodhisattvaYoga.com). He was originally certified under a direct disciple of Swami Satchidananda and has since studied with many teachers of varying traditions. He has especially been inspired by teachers from Tibet, China, India & the West. Synthesizing these influences, Vivekan has created his own unique brand of yoga instruction called Bodhisattva Yoga. His meditation instruction, and broad yogic knowledge in general, enriches his students’ experience with his ability to tie yogic philosophy with ordinary, everyday experiences.

Bodhisattva Yoga’s Co-Director, Jess, received her teacher certification under Vivekan and continues to apprentice under his guidance. She draws inspiration from her practice, her teachers and the Dharma. Among students and private clients she is known for her warmth, encouragement and her ability to share her personal tips, tricks and hacks to make life off and on the mat a little more laid back and rock star.

Registration

To register for Bodhisattva Yoga’s retreat, you must have attended a retreat with Vivekan and Jess in the past or be actively practicing at their Park Slope location.
Pricing per person includes all: Bodhisattva Yoga sessions, amazing meals, and quaint accommodations.

Prices

Yoga House: $470
Le Trailer Singles: $560
Honeymoon: $470
Campground Luxe: $450

Please call 718.499.9642 (YOGA) or e-mail Jessica@BodhisattvaYoga.com.

For more information visit www.BodhisattvaYoga.com.

Aug. 3-5 – Relax-Renew-Restore; Summer Yoga Retreat with Wesley Collier

Title: Relax-Renew-Restore; Summer Yoga Retreat with Wesley Collier

Description

Come spend another beautiful weekend in the Catskills with Wesley, Barkan Certified instructor, from Queens NY. Enjoy a weekend of fresh air, fresh food and healing yoga.

Relax in the hot tub under the stars. Catch some sun by the swimming hole and stay warm by the campfire. Plenty of outdoor and indoor games to enjoy.

And… YOGA!!!

About Wesley Collier

A serious marathoner from 1997-2003, (over 35 marathons, including a 62 mile ultra-marathon) Wesley began practicing yoga in 2000 to stretch his tight hamstrings. By 2003 he gave up running entirely for a dedicated yoga practice.

Wesley received his teaching certification from Barkan Method Hot Yoga(barkanmethod.com) and sees yoga as the gateway to happiness, awareness, and peace. Wesley’s classes focus on being who you are and feeling however you feel whenever you step on your mat. BrEatHe,MoVe, LaUgH, EnJoY!

 Retreat Schedule

Friday, August 3

4pm Arrive and Relax
6pm Chill Yoga Flow- Yin/Restorative
8pm- Dinner

Saturday, August 4

6:30am Silent Sun Salutes and Meditation Labyrinth walk(optional)
9-11am Barkan Method Yoga
12pm Lunch on the lawn
5:30pm The Magic 10, Wall Series, Long-Slow-Deep
8pm- Dinner, Bonfire, Smore’s roastfest

Sunday, August 5

6:30am Silent Sun Salutes and Meditation Labyrinth walk(optional)
9-11am Power Yoga, Inversions, Arm Balances
12pm Group Brunch
2pm Return Restored

Prices

475 single
425 double
400 campground

Contact for payment: wesley_yoga@yahoo.com

Start Date: August 3, 2012
End Date: August 5, 2012

 

 

July 27-29, 2012 – Chrissy Carter and Jenny Aurthur Intermediate/Advanced

Description

Challenge and deepen your practice with Jenny and Chrissy at Heathen Hill. 4 playful practices, 5 opportunities to eat Lip’s amazing cooking (almost ALL of the food is harvested from her property!), with lots of time for frolicking in the grass or napping in the hammock. Escape the city heat, recommit yourself to your mat and then take a dip in the watering hole. There will be inversions, hula-hooping, wine by the campfire, and a hard-core game of late night Taboo!

*Retreat open to intermediate/advanced practitioners.

About Chrissy and Jenny

Jenny Aurthur has been teaching yoga since 1998. She first started her studies in Los Angeles in 1993 with Seane Corn, Maty Ezraty, Lisa Walford, Nancy Goodstein and Julie Kleinman. After moving to New York in 2004 she began studying with Carrie Owerko and has since become very influenced by Iyengar yoga and the yoga philosophy of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras. She has been teaching teacher training for Yogaworks since 2005 in New York and in cities all over the world including Los Angeles, Oslo, Washington D.C., Savannah and Istanbul. Her classes include a mixture of the movement and fluidity of Ashtanga Vinyasa and the precision of Iyengar yoga.

Jenny’s website

Chrissy Carter is passionate about teaching intelligent yoga with clarity and compassion. She blends breath-based movement with the alignment of the Iyengar method, inspired by her studies with Mark Whitwell and Carrie Owerko. Chrissy teaches teacher training at Yoga Works in New York and travels internationally to lead workshops, retreats and continuing education for students and teachers. Chrissy has been featured in Yoga Journal, The New York Times, and Whole Living Magazine. Her blog, H(om)e, is a source of inspiration for those looking to take yoga into both their kitchen and their life.

Chrissy’s website

Retreat Schedule

Friday, July 27
afternoon arrival, 5-7pm class, 7:30pm dinner

Saturday, July 28
9-11:30am class, noon lunch, 4-6pm class, 7pm dinner

Sunday, July 29
9:00-11:30am class, noon lunch, 2pm go home

Prices

$490.00 double
$565.00 single

Double occupancy options: The Yoga House and Campground Luxe. Be not skeptical of the campground! It’s a cozy spot and the outdoor shower is such a treat.

Start Date: July 27, 2012
End Date: July 29, 2012