SUMMER SOLSTICE RETREAT
ALDERMARSH RETREAT CENTER: WHIDBEY ISLAND, WASHINGTON
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 and healthy movement, including alignment based slow flow vinyasa and restorative yoga classes, accessible meditation techniques, guided breathing practices, and sound healing session to soothe your body and mind. 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 in Western North Carolina, online and at various retreat centers across the United States.
Schedule
Friday:
3:00-4: Arrival / Check In
4:30-6: Opening / Yoga
6:30-7:30: Dinner
7:45-9: Yoga Nidra / Sound Healing
Saturday:
8-9:15: Breakfast
9:30-11:30: Yoga / Meditation
12-1: Lunch
1-4:30: Free Time
4:30-6: Restorative Yoga / Sound Healing
6:30-7:30: Dinner
7:45-9: Free Time
Sunday:
8-9:15: Breakfast
9:30-11:30: Yoga / Meditation
11:30-12: Closing / Pack Up
12-1: Lunch / Checkout
Lodging & Tuition
This retreat is limited to 15 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.
$575 before 05/01/21, $650 regular
Non-refundable deposit of $195 will secure your space. Balance due 06/01/21.
Interested in staying offsite? Contact Michelle for pricing.
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 and healthy movement, including alignment based slow flow vinyasa and restorative yoga classes, accessible meditation techniques, guided breathing practices, and sound healing session to soothe your body and mind. 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 in Western North Carolina, online and at various retreat centers across the United States.
Schedule
Friday:
3:00-4: Arrival / Check In
4:30-6: Opening / Yoga
6:30-7:30: Dinner
7:45-9: Yoga Nidra / Sound Healing
Saturday:
8-9:15: Breakfast
9:30-11:30: Yoga / Meditation
12-1: Lunch
1-4:30: Free Time
4:30-6: Restorative Yoga / Sound Healing
6:30-7:30: Dinner
7:45-9: Free Time
Sunday:
8-9:15: Breakfast
9:30-11:30: Yoga / Meditation
11:30-12: Closing / Pack Up
12-1: Lunch / Checkout
Lodging & Tuition
This retreat is limited to 15 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.
$575 before 05/01/21, $650 regular
Non-refundable deposit of $195 will secure your space. Balance due 06/01/21.
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 $195 administration fee. After 05/01/21 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 $195 administration fee. After 05/01/21 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.