SPRING AWAKENING RETREAT
ALDERMARSH RETREAT CENTER: WHIDBEY ISLAND, WASHNGTON
APRIL 1 -3, 2022
Yoga steadies the mind, facilitating self-discovery, clarity and a sense of personal awakening. It teaches us to be present with our experience, allowing a deeper understanding and connection with ourselves and those around us. With steady practice, we learn to feel subtle sensations within the physical body, notice habitual thought patterns within our minds and recognize the emotions that arise through the observation of both. This awareness allows us to stay curious, awake and authentic in our relationship to life.
Join Michelle for a magical weekend on the enchanted grounds of Aldermarsh Retreat Center. The schedule is designed to provide balance between activity, stillness, inner exploration and group connection. You will be immersed in the practice of yoga, including alignment based slow flow and restorative yoga classes, accessible meditation techniques, guided breathing practices and Yoga Nidra to soothe your body and mind. Onsite massage appointments with Jennifer Weston, LMP, of Sunbreak Massage can be scheduled during free time. You will be nourished with delicious local organic meals prepared by Ayurvedic chef Aria Peterman, surrounded by 5 wooded acres of sacred land and introduced to new, like minded friends. All are welcome and encouraged to join.
The Instructor
Michelle Befus, ERYT-500 and Continuing Education Provider
For over 20 years, Michelle has studied movement, breath and balance; earlier as a professional ballet dancer and as a yoga teacher today. Her accessible, grounded classes integrate anatomical precision, thoughtful vinyasa transitions, breath awareness and intelligent sequencing. Michelle’s articulate, down-to-earth approach educates and inspires, offering techniques that facilitate healthy movement patterns and elevate mind-body awareness.
Michelle offers teacher trainings, retreats, private sessions, group classes and sound baths in Western North Carolina, online and at various retreat centers across the United States.
Schedule
Friday:
3-4:00: Arrival / Check In
4:30-6:30: Opening / Yoga
6:30-7:30: Dinner
7:30-9: Free Time
Saturday:
8-9:00: Breakfast
9:30-11:30: Yoga / Meditation
12-1:00: Lunch
1-5:00: Free Time
5-6:30: Restorative Yoga / Sound Healing
6:30-7:30: Dinner
7:30-9: Free Time
Sunday:
8-9:00: Breakfast
9:30-11:30: Yoga / Meditation
11:30-11:45: Closing / Pack Up
11:45-1: Lunch / Checkout
Lodging & Tuition
This retreat is limited to 18 participants and includes all yoga classes, meditations and workshops, 6 nourishing meals, 2 nights lodging, use of Japanese soaking tub and taxes. All rooms are shared.
Tuition currently being finalized with retreat center and caterer. Check back soon for pricing!
Non-refundable deposit of $200 will secure your space. Balance due 03/01/22.
Interested in staying offsite? Contact Michelle for pricing.
Join Michelle for a magical weekend on the enchanted grounds of Aldermarsh Retreat Center. The schedule is designed to provide balance between activity, stillness, inner exploration and group connection. You will be immersed in the practice of yoga, including alignment based slow flow and restorative yoga classes, accessible meditation techniques, guided breathing practices and Yoga Nidra to soothe your body and mind. Onsite massage appointments with Jennifer Weston, LMP, of Sunbreak Massage can be scheduled during free time. You will be nourished with delicious local organic meals prepared by Ayurvedic chef Aria Peterman, surrounded by 5 wooded acres of sacred land and introduced to new, like minded friends. All are welcome and encouraged to join.
The Instructor
Michelle Befus, ERYT-500 and Continuing Education Provider
For over 20 years, Michelle has studied movement, breath and balance; earlier as a professional ballet dancer and as a yoga teacher today. Her accessible, grounded classes integrate anatomical precision, thoughtful vinyasa transitions, breath awareness and intelligent sequencing. Michelle’s articulate, down-to-earth approach educates and inspires, offering techniques that facilitate healthy movement patterns and elevate mind-body awareness.
Michelle offers teacher trainings, retreats, private sessions, group classes and sound baths in Western North Carolina, online and at various retreat centers across the United States.
Schedule
Friday:
3-4:00: Arrival / Check In
4:30-6:30: Opening / Yoga
6:30-7:30: Dinner
7:30-9: Free Time
Saturday:
8-9:00: Breakfast
9:30-11:30: Yoga / Meditation
12-1:00: Lunch
1-5:00: Free Time
5-6:30: Restorative Yoga / Sound Healing
6:30-7:30: Dinner
7:30-9: Free Time
Sunday:
8-9:00: Breakfast
9:30-11:30: Yoga / Meditation
11:30-11:45: Closing / Pack Up
11:45-1: Lunch / Checkout
Lodging & Tuition
This retreat is limited to 18 participants and includes all yoga classes, meditations and workshops, 6 nourishing meals, 2 nights lodging, use of Japanese soaking tub and taxes. All rooms are shared.
Tuition currently being finalized with retreat center and caterer. Check back soon for pricing!
Non-refundable deposit of $200 will secure your space. Balance due 03/01/22.
Interested in staying offsite? Contact Michelle for pricing.
Registration
To register for this retreat, please contact Michelle at michelle.befus@gmail.com. She will provide instructions and a registration form.
Refunds/ Cancellations
Refunds offered minus a $200 administration fee. After 02/01/22 refunds will only be granted if your space can be filled with a new participant. Should Michelle or Aldermarsh Retreat Center cancel the retreat for any reason, a full refund will be offered.
Questions
For any questions or to register, please contact Michelle at michelle.befus@gmail.com. For more information on the Aldermarsh Retreat Center, visit the website HERE.
To register for this retreat, please contact Michelle at michelle.befus@gmail.com. She will provide instructions and a registration form.
Refunds/ Cancellations
Refunds offered minus a $200 administration fee. After 02/01/22 refunds will only be granted if your space can be filled with a new participant. Should Michelle or Aldermarsh Retreat Center cancel the retreat for any reason, a full refund will be offered.
Questions
For any questions or to register, please contact Michelle at michelle.befus@gmail.com. For more information on the Aldermarsh Retreat Center, visit the website HERE.