October 23th - 25th, 2009
"Bhakti Yoga Retreat"
Join us for our Bhakti Yoga Retreat at Gray Bear Lodge this fall. You will have the opportunity to surrender deeply into the vast ocean of Devotion; to experience the full spectrum of flavor, feeling, sound, color, & movement of life. Together we will explore the art and practice of KIRTAN; chanting ancient mantras of the Divine; opening to the ecstatic, encompassing ALL feelings as we genuinely cry out…calling out to God from that deep well of longing within us. In addition to singing kirtan, the retreat will include yogic practices of pranayama, mudra, asana flow, relaxation, and meditation, designed to help us align and stabilize inside our bodies. Rhythm master and Sound Healer, Thomas Anderson, will be joining us to hold sacred rhythm and share his immense gifts.
The sacred ground of Gray Bear calls us to connect & harmonize in the natural elements; offering a wood fired sauna with spring fed cold plunge, natural stone hot tub, watsu pool, exquisite waterfalls, and delectable vegetarian cuisine. October is an exquisite time of the year to be there, in the heart of the turning trees.
About the Instructor:
Amy is a seasoned yoga instructor who has been practicing for over 30 years and teaching for more than 20. She comes from a long line of yoginis and musicians. She teaches Bhakti and Vinyasa yoga classes in Nashville, www.yogasource.info, www.sanctuaryforyoga.com, and leads a kirtan band called SAMAVAYAH. www.myspace.com/samavaya
"Amy Barnes' yoga class has changed the way I am in my body. I leave her class a little larger each week. I feel like Amy is part healer, part minister, and fully yoga teacher. I would drive from two counties away to experience her healing touch during savasana."
Who Should Attend
Any level of yoga student is welcome for this weekend. A perfect
weekend for the first time/beginning yoga student or more ongoing
student. Intermediate students will also find classes which will
provide just the right amount of challenge.
Registration
Retreat price is $350.00. Space is consciously limited. To reserve
your place please register by sending your $100 non-refundable deposit
to: Gray Bear Lodge, PO Box 682, Hohenwald, TN 38462. Price includes
tuition, lodging, meals and full use of facilities. Confirmation
letter and additional information (including directions to Gray Bear)
will be sent.
Please plan to arrive between 4-6pm on Friday. Dinner will be served
at 6:00pm followed by orientation and class. We will finish with
brunch and checkout on Sunday at 2:00pm.
Gray Bear Lodge P.O. Box 682 Hohenwald, TN 38462
Telephone: 615-782-0469