Heathen Hill Yoga

Heathen Hill is pleased to present these outstanding guest teachers

vinyasa yoga

August 22-24, 2014 – Summer Bliss: A Yoga Retreat with Dina Ivas

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Description

Escape the stress of the city for a fun weekend of serenity in nature. Treat yourself to 3-days of energizing and restorative yoga sessions, locally-grown fresh gourmet food, and blissful surroundings. Bring a good book, a bathing suit, a beach towel, and bask in the lush green fields, take a dip in the swimming pond, or gently sway into a soothing nap on the hammock. In the evening, enjoy s’mores around the bonfire, unwind in the hot tub, or sip wine under the starry skies. All-levels welcome.

About Dina

It took Dina a while to discover her inner ‘yogi.’ A former competitive gymnast, she earned her certification in Group Exercise in 2002, and headed to NYC to begin sharing her love of movement. The pressures of city life left her feeling totally unbalanced, and it was then that she discovered yoga. In 2010, Dina completed the 200-hour teacher training program at Sonic Yoga, becoming a certified Vinyasa Yoga teacher. She strives to offer classes that challenge the body and the mind, yet are fun, not intimidating, and accessible to all levels. She encourages students to explore on the mat, and keeps the mood lighthearted with great playlists and creative sequencing. Her approach to teaching yoga is embodied in three simple words: Breathe. Play. Grow. Dina is excited to host her first retreat at Heathen Hill, having recently returned from leading a 5-day retreat in Puerto Rico this February. She loves taking the practice of yoga out of the concrete jungle of NYC, where students can unplug, unwind and explore. For more about Dina, visit: www.yogawithdina.com

Price

Includes Food, Yoga, Accommodation and FUN! BYOB.

Double Occupancy: $449 per person

Single Occupancy: $499 per person

Fancy Camping: $399 per person (It’s more like “Glamping.” These well-appointed, spacious tents would make Martha Stewart proud!)

Retreat Schedule:

Friday

4pm Arrive & Unwind

6– 7:15pm Chill Yoga Flow (45-minutes of mellow Vinyasa followed by 30-minutes of blissful Restorative)

7:30pm Dinner

Saturday

7:30am – 8:30am Buffet Breakfast (Self-serve: coffee, tea, juice, fruit, yogurt, breads, spreads, etc.)

9:00am – 10:15am Energizing AM Vinyasa Flow

12pm Lunch

6 –7:15pm PM Vinyasa Flow with focus on inversions

7:30pm Dinner followed by bonfire (Bring your own beverage of choice)

Sunday

7:30am – 8:30am Buffet Breakfast

9:00am – 10:15am Energizing AM Flow with focus on arm balances

12pm Country Brunch

2pm Depart feeling refreshed, renewed and revitalized!

For more info or to reserve your spot, contact Dina at yogawithd@gmail.com

 

 

 

 

May 16-18, 2014 – Getaway Yoga Retreat with Merav

Description

After a long and snowy winter in our crowded city we are heading upstate to unwind, relax and renew! Come spend a weekend full of yoga in a secluded and intimate retreat center surrounded by beautiful nature. Enjoy 4 extended yoga sessions combining vigorous Asana practice, pranayama and mediation, locally-grown fresh gourmet food, and plenty of free time for chilling in the hammock , lying on the grass with a good book, dipping in the hot tub and/or the swimming hole (don’t forget your bathing suit!), walking in the meditation labyrinth or playing volleyball, badminton, or whatever other game suits your fancy on the beautiful lawns. At night, sit around the bonfire, drink wine and enjoy the star-filled sky.

About Merav

Merav is a yoga instructor and psychotherapist based in NYC. She was a dancer for over 10 years and began practicing yoga in 2004 in tandem with her studies in psychology. She specializes in alignment-based vinyasa as well as therapeutic yoga for emotional well-being.

Born out of her interest in human behavior and movement, Merav recognizes yoga as a tool for personal growth as well as a proven way to develop focus and mind/body awareness.

As a yoga instructor, Merav incorporates principles from her background in psychology. She strives to offer a safe, non-judgmental environment for students to explore their bodies, observe their minds and confront and overcome their fears, limitations, or obstacles both on and off the mat. Merav currently teaches groups and private classes all around NYC and leads yoga and meditation workshops and retreats worldwide.

As a psychotherapist, Merav also incorporates yoga into her work with patients by combining yogic principles in conjunction with talk therapy. She works with both groups and individuals who struggle with trauma, depression, anxiety, eating disorders and substance abuse. Merav has received extensive education and training in psychotherapy and contemporary psychoanalysis. She completed her B.A in psychology at Hunter College and later her MSW at NYU. She is currently a psychoanalytic candidate and sees patients at NIP (National Institute for the Psychotherapies).

www.yogamerav.com

Retreat Schedule

Friday:

Arrival at 4pm
5:30-7pm – Vinyasa Blend Restorative –unwind and restore
8pm-Dinner & Heathen Hill’s special home sangria!

Saturday:

9-11am – Morning practice focusing on energizing back bends and inversions
12pm – Lunch time
4-6pm – Evening gentle asana, yin, restorative & Pranayama focusing on emotion and tension releasing, hip openers, twists and forward bends followed by meditation
7pm- Dinner followed by bonfire (bring your own wine or beer of choice as well as your instrument if you happen to play any for an after bonfire party jam!!)

Sunday:

9-11am – Morning practice focused on facing fears & future challenges with arm balances and inversions
12pm- lunch time
2pm- departure – Back to the city with a clear, fresh, and spirited mind and body!

To register contact – info@yogamerav.com

Prices

Singles: $475

Doubles: $425

Camping Deluxe: $400

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

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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

 

Aug. 12 -14 – Bodhisattva Yogic Bliss: Vinyasa, Meditation and More

Title: Bodhisattva Yogic Bliss: Vinyasa, Meditation and More
Location: Heathen Hill

Description: 

In the Bodhisattva tradition, being of greater benefit to those around you, often begins with benefiting yourself. Vivekan & Jess invite you to enjoy a complete weekend of self-nurture. When not deepening your practice with revitalizing yoga flows attentive to form and breath, and restful meditation imbued with Buddhist thought, bask in blissfully delicious meals, the country summer setting and the opportunity to let go and lay back.

Vivekan and Jess’ retreats are renowned for garnering great guests. Newcomers have always felt welcome. Bring a friend and/or make new ones, or do your own thing!

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. Think well-sequenced, energetic Vinyasa flows imbued with an awareness to form, breath, Buddhist thought and acceptance. His meditation instruction, and broad yogic knowledge in general, enriches his students’ experience with his ability to tie yogic philosophy with ordinary, everyday experiences.

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.

Vivekan and Jess infuse their Bodhisattva Yoga blend with their studies of Buddhist thought, and expertise in yoga, ecology and green living. Vivekan has been featured on such popular media outlets as MTV Brazil and Channel 9 News, and inside the pages of Time Out NY. He has also taught meditation in such notable settings as The New York Times. Jess has been featured in publications like Budget Travel, E, the Environmental Magazine, and MSN, and has spoken at The Tibet Center and the Rubin Museum of Art.

Retreat Schedule

Friday, August 12

4:30 – 6pm – Unwind in an Arrival Flow
Enjoy a welcome glass of sangria!
7pm – Delicious dinner in the Plum House

Saturday, August 13

Breakfast, self-serve to your pleasure
9:30am – 11am Morning Flow & Meditation
Sumptuous Lunch served outdoors
3pm – 4:30pm Afternoon Flow
Sunset dinner in the Plum House
Evening bonfire, s’mores and star-gazing 🙂

Sunday, August 14

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

To register, call 718.499.YOGA (9642) or e-mail Jessica@BodhisattvaYoga.com.

Start Date: August 12, 2011
 End Date: August 14, 2011

Marisa Sako – Summer Sattva Part Deux – June 4 – 6 2010

Title: Marisa Sako – Summer Sattva Part Deux

Location: Heathen Hill

Description:

Come away upstate to lush pastures overlooking a gorgeous green valley. Unwind, relax, reinvigorate. Revel in four of Marisa’s energizing and creative vinyasa yoga classes with emphasis on alignment and ending with deeply restorative savasanas. Enjoy home-cooked goodness fresh from the organic garden and eggs courtesy of the Heathen Hill hens. Spend your time in between classes doing what brings you into balance. Take a swim, do a handstand or two off the dock, practice walking meditation in the labyrinth, admire the flower beds, play Bocci/badminton/horseshoes, or simply lounge under a shady tree with a good book. Explore the middle path if you wish to sip a glass of wine in the hot-tub, star-gaze and toast marshmallows on the campfire. Fall asleep in the quaint farmhouse or snug in your tent to the sound of crickets. Wake up refreshed and ready for more.

About Marisa

Marisa teaches vinyasa yoga at Kula Yoga Project, Bend & Bloom, Shambhala Yoga & Dance, and Om Factory.
Her classes are slow-flowing but intense, creative but safe, challenging but never competitive.
After completing her 200-hour certification in 2006, she found her way to Kula, where she learned to elongate the breath cycles and take a moment to let herself be in really intense places while finding comfort in the sonorous ujjayi breath in the room.
She has studied a good deal of anatomy, first with Neuromuscular Therapist Susan Hefner and then with yoga anatomy educator Leslie Kaminoff. She completed a 75-hour advanced training with Schuyler Grant in 2009, who has been one of her most influential teachers. Schuyler, along with her fellow teachers of Kula Yoga Project, have helped her learn how to bring alignment and bandha work into the vinyasa flow. By the time this retreat rolls around, Marisa will have finished her 500-hour certification with Alison West, who is also teaching Marisa yoga for backcare.
In her teaching, Marisa manages to geek out on alignment in just the right dose as to not disrupt the flow. And through this flow, she passes onto her students what yoga has given her: the use of the breath as a bridge between the body and the mind, as well as a way to imbue action with mindfulness and heart through this moving meditation. Each day, her student amaze, humble, and inspire her, and for this she is grateful.

Transportation is separate. Last time, we shared the cost rental cars, gas, and tolls which came to $90/person. If you have a car and would be willing to car pool, please let me know. Car owners get hooked up with a $25 discount on the retreat and they don’t have to chip in for gas or tolls.

Start Date: June 4, 2010
End Date: June 6, 2010

Email Marisa for more info, photos, itinerary, or to reserve – rissako@gmail.com