SUMMER RECHARGE RETREAT
ALDERMARSH RETREAT CENTER: WHIDBEY ISLAND, WASHINGTON
JULY 22 - 24, 2022
Summer represents a time of abundant energy and movement. With longer, brighter days, the season invites endless activity, expansion and outward connection. Yoga, meditation and the tranquility of nature offer an important balance to the high energy of the summer season. Grounding practices facilitate inner connection and moments of sweet stillness, acting as a pause in our lives; a recharge for the mind and body. This act of pressing pause allows us to meet the energy of the season with greater ease, authenticity and joy.
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, and a special myofascial release workshop led by Jennifer Weston, LMT, to soothe your body and mind. For an additional dose of self care, onsite massage appointments with Jennifer 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 Facilitators
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, group and private classes and sound baths in Black Mountain North Carolina, online, and at various retreat centers across the United States. To read more about Michelle, please visit www.michellebefusyoga.com
Jennifer Weston, LMT, Sunbreak Yoga + Massage
After battling neck and shoulder tension, headaches, chest tightness, wrist pain, and other tech-neck-related symptoms for nearly a decade in her fast-paced publishing career, Jennifer finally stepped away from her desk and made it her life's mission to support people experiencing the detrimental effects that computer and desk work can have on one's physical and energetic wellbeing. She spent the ensuing years studying functional anatomy and kinesiology, postural alignment and movement practices, mindfulness, breathwork, and other supports for the tangible and spiritual bodies, with particular attention paid to methods aimed at soothing the upper body (head, neck, shoulders, arms, wrists, fingers, upper back and chest), as well as the frazzled nervous system as a whole.
These days, whether working with clients on retreat, in their Seattle-area homes and offices, at the local bouldering gym, or in one of her peaceful studio locations, Jennifer brings to the table a variety of tension-taming offerings, including table massage, chair massage, yoga sessions, Wellround ball work/self massage/myofascial release classes, and Thai yoga massage. Upon working with Jennifer, clients have reported decreased muscle tension, reduced stress, increased focus, improved range of motion (ROM), a holistic sense of wellbeing, the ability to breathe more fully and deeply, and enhanced performance in all facets of life. Jennifer looks forward to bringing her massage and myofascial release offerings to this July retreat at Aldermarsh.
Learn more about Jennifer by visiting her website, www.sunbreakmassage.com, or connect with her on Instagram @sunbreakmassage.
Schedule
Friday:
3-4: Arrival / Check In
4:30-6:30: Opening / Yoga
6:30-7:30pm: Dinner
7:30-9: Free Time
Saturday:
8-9: Breakfast
9:30-11:30: Yoga / Meditation
12-1: Lunch
1-5: Free Time / Massage Appts Available
5-6:30: Myofascial Release Workshop with Jennifer Weston
6:30-7:30: Dinner
7:30-9: Free Time
Sunday:
8-9: Breakfast
9:30-11:30: Yoga / Meditation
11:30-11:45: Closing
11:45-1: Lunch / Depart
Lodging & Tuition
This retreat is limited to 20 people 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.
COVID-19 protocols will be determined based on county regulations at the time of the event.
Tuition: $695
Nonrefundable deposit of $225 will secure your space. Balance due 7/1/2022
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, and a special myofascial release workshop led by Jennifer Weston, LMT, to soothe your body and mind. For an additional dose of self care, onsite massage appointments with Jennifer 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 Facilitators
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, group and private classes and sound baths in Black Mountain North Carolina, online, and at various retreat centers across the United States. To read more about Michelle, please visit www.michellebefusyoga.com
Jennifer Weston, LMT, Sunbreak Yoga + Massage
After battling neck and shoulder tension, headaches, chest tightness, wrist pain, and other tech-neck-related symptoms for nearly a decade in her fast-paced publishing career, Jennifer finally stepped away from her desk and made it her life's mission to support people experiencing the detrimental effects that computer and desk work can have on one's physical and energetic wellbeing. She spent the ensuing years studying functional anatomy and kinesiology, postural alignment and movement practices, mindfulness, breathwork, and other supports for the tangible and spiritual bodies, with particular attention paid to methods aimed at soothing the upper body (head, neck, shoulders, arms, wrists, fingers, upper back and chest), as well as the frazzled nervous system as a whole.
These days, whether working with clients on retreat, in their Seattle-area homes and offices, at the local bouldering gym, or in one of her peaceful studio locations, Jennifer brings to the table a variety of tension-taming offerings, including table massage, chair massage, yoga sessions, Wellround ball work/self massage/myofascial release classes, and Thai yoga massage. Upon working with Jennifer, clients have reported decreased muscle tension, reduced stress, increased focus, improved range of motion (ROM), a holistic sense of wellbeing, the ability to breathe more fully and deeply, and enhanced performance in all facets of life. Jennifer looks forward to bringing her massage and myofascial release offerings to this July retreat at Aldermarsh.
Learn more about Jennifer by visiting her website, www.sunbreakmassage.com, or connect with her on Instagram @sunbreakmassage.
Schedule
Friday:
3-4: Arrival / Check In
4:30-6:30: Opening / Yoga
6:30-7:30pm: Dinner
7:30-9: Free Time
Saturday:
8-9: Breakfast
9:30-11:30: Yoga / Meditation
12-1: Lunch
1-5: Free Time / Massage Appts Available
5-6:30: Myofascial Release Workshop with Jennifer Weston
6:30-7:30: Dinner
7:30-9: Free Time
Sunday:
8-9: Breakfast
9:30-11:30: Yoga / Meditation
11:30-11:45: Closing
11:45-1: Lunch / Depart
Lodging & Tuition
This retreat is limited to 20 people 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.
COVID-19 protocols will be determined based on county regulations at the time of the event.
Tuition: $695
Nonrefundable deposit of $225 will secure your space. Balance due 7/1/2022
Interested in staying offsite? Contact Michelle for pricing.
Registration
To register for this retreat, please contact Michelle Befus at michelle.befus@gmail.com. She will provide instructions and a registration form.
Refunds/ Cancellations
Refunds offered minus a $225 administration fee. After 06/01/22 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 Befus at michelle.befus@gmail.com
To register for this retreat, please contact Michelle Befus at michelle.befus@gmail.com. She will provide instructions and a registration form.
Refunds/ Cancellations
Refunds offered minus a $225 administration fee. After 06/01/22 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 Befus at michelle.befus@gmail.com
SPRING AWAKENING RETREAT
ALDERMARSH RETREAT CENTER: WHIDBEY ISLAND, WASHNGTON
APRIL 1 - 3, 2022
SOLD OUT! Contact Michelle to join the waiting list.
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, LMT, 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 Facilitators
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.
Jennifer Weston, LMT, Sunbreak Yoga + Massage
After battling neck and shoulder tension, headaches, chest tightness, wrist pain, and other tech-neck-related symptoms for nearly a decade in her fast-paced publishing career, Jennifer finally stepped away from her desk and made it her life's mission to support people experiencing the detrimental effects that computer and desk work can have on one's physical and energetic wellbeing. She spent the ensuing years studying functional anatomy and kinesiology, postural alignment and movement practices, mindfulness, breathwork, and other supports for the tangible and spiritual bodies, with particular attention paid to methods aimed at soothing the upper body (head, neck, shoulders, arms, wrists, fingers, upper back and chest), as well as the frazzled nervous system as a whole.
These days, whether working with clients on retreat, in their Seattle-area homes and offices, or in one of her peaceful studio locations, Jennifer brings to the table a variety of tension-taming offerings, including table massage, chair massage, yoga + myofascial release classes, and Thai yoga massage. Upon working with Jennifer, clients have reported decreased muscle tension, reduced stress, increased focus, improved range of motion (ROM), a holistic sense of wellbeing, the ability to breathe more fully and deeply, and enhanced performance in all facets of life.
Learn more about Jennifer by visiting her website, www.sunbreakmassage.com, or connect with her on Instagram @sunbreakmassage.
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.
COVID-19 protocols will be determined based on county regulations at the time of the event.
Tuition: $675
Non-refundable deposit of $225 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, LMT, 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 Facilitators
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.
Jennifer Weston, LMT, Sunbreak Yoga + Massage
After battling neck and shoulder tension, headaches, chest tightness, wrist pain, and other tech-neck-related symptoms for nearly a decade in her fast-paced publishing career, Jennifer finally stepped away from her desk and made it her life's mission to support people experiencing the detrimental effects that computer and desk work can have on one's physical and energetic wellbeing. She spent the ensuing years studying functional anatomy and kinesiology, postural alignment and movement practices, mindfulness, breathwork, and other supports for the tangible and spiritual bodies, with particular attention paid to methods aimed at soothing the upper body (head, neck, shoulders, arms, wrists, fingers, upper back and chest), as well as the frazzled nervous system as a whole.
These days, whether working with clients on retreat, in their Seattle-area homes and offices, or in one of her peaceful studio locations, Jennifer brings to the table a variety of tension-taming offerings, including table massage, chair massage, yoga + myofascial release classes, and Thai yoga massage. Upon working with Jennifer, clients have reported decreased muscle tension, reduced stress, increased focus, improved range of motion (ROM), a holistic sense of wellbeing, the ability to breathe more fully and deeply, and enhanced performance in all facets of life.
Learn more about Jennifer by visiting her website, www.sunbreakmassage.com, or connect with her on Instagram @sunbreakmassage.
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.
COVID-19 protocols will be determined based on county regulations at the time of the event.
Tuition: $675
Non-refundable deposit of $225 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 $225 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 $225 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.