SUMMER SOLSTICE RETREAT
ALDERMARSH RETREAT CENTER, WHIDBEY ISLAND
JUNE 18 - 20, 2021
The summer solstice marks a time when the sun is at its peak, providing its strongest burst of light for the year. It represents an opportunity to slow down, connect with the natural world and celebrate both the light that surrounds us and that which lies within.
Join Michelle for a weekend honoring this magical period on the enchanted grounds of Aldermarsh Retreat Center. You will be immersed in the practice of yoga, including alignment based slow flow vinyasa and restorative yoga classes, accessible guided breathing practices, and healing crystal singing bowl sound baths. The schedule is designed to provide balance between activity, stillness, inner exploration and group connection. 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 across the Pacific Northwest.
Schedule
Friday:
3:00-4: Arrival / Check In
4:30-6: Opening / Yoga
6:30-7:30: Dinner
7:45-9: Free Time
Saturday:
8-9:15: Breakfast
9:30-11:30: Yoga / Meditation
12-1: Lunch
1-4: Free Time
4-6: Restorative Yoga
6:30-7:30: Dinner
7:45-9: Yoga Nidra / Sound Bath
Sunday:
8-9:15: Breakfast
9:30-11:30: Yoga / Meditation
11:30-12: Closing / Pack Up
12-1: Lunch / Checkout
This retreat is limited to 16 people and includes all yoga classes, meditations and sound baths, 6 nourishing meals, 2 nights lodging, use of Japanese soaking tub and taxes. Pricing coming soon.
Join Michelle for a weekend honoring this magical period on the enchanted grounds of Aldermarsh Retreat Center. You will be immersed in the practice of yoga, including alignment based slow flow vinyasa and restorative yoga classes, accessible guided breathing practices, and healing crystal singing bowl sound baths. The schedule is designed to provide balance between activity, stillness, inner exploration and group connection. 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 across the Pacific Northwest.
Schedule
Friday:
3:00-4: Arrival / Check In
4:30-6: Opening / Yoga
6:30-7:30: Dinner
7:45-9: Free Time
Saturday:
8-9:15: Breakfast
9:30-11:30: Yoga / Meditation
12-1: Lunch
1-4: Free Time
4-6: Restorative Yoga
6:30-7:30: Dinner
7:45-9: Yoga Nidra / Sound Bath
Sunday:
8-9:15: Breakfast
9:30-11:30: Yoga / Meditation
11:30-12: Closing / Pack Up
12-1: Lunch / Checkout
This retreat is limited to 16 people and includes all yoga classes, meditations and sound baths, 6 nourishing meals, 2 nights lodging, use of Japanese soaking tub and taxes. Pricing coming soon.
Registration Coming Soon!
To register for this retreat, please contact Michelle Befus at michelle.befus@gmail.com. She will provide instructions and a registration form once available.
Refunds/ Cancellations
Refunds offered minus a $195 administration fee. After 05/15/21 refunds will only be granted if your space can be filled with a new participant.
Questions
For any questions or to register, please contact Michelle Befus 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 Befus at michelle.befus@gmail.com. She will provide instructions and a registration form once available.
Refunds/ Cancellations
Refunds offered minus a $195 administration fee. After 05/15/21 refunds will only be granted if your space can be filled with a new participant.
Questions
For any questions or to register, please contact Michelle Befus at michelle.befus@gmail.com. For more information on the Aldermarsh Retreat Center, visit the website HERE.