Retreats
Meet Winter Yoga Retreat
with Ana Hansen in
Clearwater Beach, Florida
2016
Enjoy four days of beach yoga and restorative yoga in the midst of the serene ocean. Experience restorative yoga, silent walks, and ocean meditation. The theme of this Peaceful Restorative Yoga Retreat is Peaceful Transformation and Change.
Schedule
Day One-Thursday
12:30-4 pm Welcome and Introduction to Restorative Yoga at Clearwater’s Hot Yoga 365
4 pm-5:30 pm Dinner (on own)
5:30-7:30 pm Introductions to Silent Walk and Yoga on the Beach
7:30-8:30 pm Introduction to Ocean Meditation at the Beach House
Day Two-Friday
9-10 am Ocean Mediation on the Beach
10- 10:30 am Satsang and Journal on the Beach
Topic: Changing Your Life with the Help of Yogic Practices, Part One
10:30- 11:30 pm Silent Walk and Yoga on the Beach
11:30-12:30 pm Lunch (on own)
12:30- 4 pm Restorative yoga at Clearwater’s Hot Yoga 365
4-5:30 pm Dinner (on own)
5:30-7:30 pm Free Time
7:30 -8:30 pm Restorative Yoga and Meditation at Clearwater’s Hot Yoga 365
Day Three-Saturday
9-10 am Ocean Mediation on the Beach
10- 10:30 am Satsang and Journal on the Beach
Topic: Changing Your Life with the Help of Yogic Practices, Part Two
10:30- 11:30 pm Silent Walk and Yoga on the Beach
11:30-12:30 pm Lunch (on own)
12:30- 4 pm Restorative yoga at Clearwater’s Hot Yoga 365
4-5:30 pm Dinner (on own)
5:30-6:30 pm Free Time
6:30-8:30 pm Restorative Yoga and Meditation at Clearwater’s Hot Yoga 365
Day Four-Sunday
9-10 am Ocean Mediation on the Beach
10- 10:30 am Satsang and Journal on the Beach
Topic: Changing Your Life with the Help of Yogic Practices, Part Three
10:30- 11:30 pm Silent Walk and Yoga on the Beach
11:30-12:30 pm Celebration Lunch at the Beach House
12:30- 8:30 pm * Massages and Bodywork in Peace at Clearwater’s Hot Yoga 365
More Details
Total payment: $450
Retreat deposit of 50% is due on or by June 15th. Total payment due by July 15. Please make me aware if you are using Yoga Finder Promo Code. Clearwater Beach's closest airport is in Tampa, Florida, and in general is very close to many other Florida attractions such as Disney World and Universal Studios. The retreat fee does not include air fare, food, lodging and transportation. The retreat fee does include cost for Sunday’s Celebration Lunch at the Beach House, which is catered by Nature’s Food Patch. Please let Ana know if there are any food restrictions or concerns. Thank you.
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About Lodging and Transportation
Clearwater Beach, FL. is a popular destination, so finding accommodations should be quite easy. Ideally, you should find lodging on Clearwater Beach, but if you find lodging in Clearwater near Clearwater’s Hot Yoga 365 that should be sufficient as well. The suggested lodging is as follows: Vacation Rentals by Owners or Clearwater Beach Cottages. There is no need to rent a car in Cleatwater for we will have car pools arranged prior to the retreat. We can even arrange a car pool from the Tampa airport on Thursday for arrivals and on Sunday for departures. Please notify Ana if you would like to participate in car pools.
About Food
In general, you should allow two hours for your food to digest before practicing restorative yoga. The schedule has been planned around this regiment. The best diet for yoga is a vegetarian diet and most yogis recommend not eating a full dinner meal; just a light snack to keep your stomach fire healthy and vibrant. Hydration is paramount so make sure lots of coconut water and healthy water is available for you. Foods that have artificial ingredients and that are highly processed interferes with the restorative yoga practice. The recommended restaurant and grocery is Nature Food Patch. Also, bring a snack for the afternoon restorative yoga practice. It could be very simple and nutritious, like an apple or an avocado.
About Clearwater’s Hot Yoga 365 and the Beach Locations
Clearwater’s Hot Yoga 365’s mission statement- At Yoga 365, you can expect a welcoming and encouraging atmosphere, free of judgment and competition. The instructors are committed to your highest potentials and intentions, and aim to support you in whatever step of the journey you find yourself. In that spirit, we ask that you let go any of your own expectations when you walk into the studio and remain open to the instruction and guidance of our teachers. The practice of Yoga is ultimately a self-discipline, of both body and mind. Rather than expecting our surroundings to accommodate themselves to us, in a discipline we learn to adapt to our surroundings as we listen and learn. In this spirit of humility and listening, we are able to make true progress in our yoga practice and maintain a beginner’s mind.
Clearwater Hot Yoga 365 is located at 2416 Gulf to Bay Blvd in Clearwater, Florida. It is a beautiful, peaceful environment to practice restorative yoga. The Beach House location is the meeting point for all of beach activities, including the Satsangs and Journals, Silent Walks and Yoga, and Ocean Meditations. The address of the Beach House is 947 El Dorado Avenue in Clearwater Beach, Florida. This beautiful, luxurious home is a perfect setting for retreat and steps away from the beach. It is the location for two events: Introduction to Ocean Meditation class and Sunday’s Celebration Lunch.
About Weather in Clearwater Beach, FL in July
According to the Weather Channel Website, the average high is 89 degrees and the average low is 74 degrees for the month of July. In addition, the humidity is between 60 to 70 percent. Please make sure to bring the appropriate dress. Bring light jackets or sweatshirts for cool winds that often occurs on the beach.
About Massage and Bodywork in Peace
Stephanie Carroll is a licensed massage therapist and yoga instructor with a background in kinesiology and exercise physiology from the University of Texas at San Antonio. After teaching and practicing yoga for a few years, she wanted to take her gift of healing to the next level and learn more about the human body by practicing massage therapy. She earned her rigorous 750 hour degree from the Cortiva Institute and is skilled in a wide variety of modalities. She practices Swedish relaxation massage, deep tissue massage and myofascial release techniques. In addition to this she uses heat therapy to ease sore muscles and implores the very best in organic massage lotions and oils. Upon request, Stephanie also enjoys offering chakra balancing into her massages using Doterra oils and guided meditations. Through this, she continues to help and heal others from their past traumas and injuries through integrating yoga and massage techniques to reconnect and heal. She is currently and an active member of the American Massage Therapy Assocication (AMTA) and currently studying the art of Soma Veda Thai Yoga Massage. It is recommended to receive massage during the retreat. Sunday afternoon is designated for this therapy.
About What to Bring
Props are often used for the restorative yoga practice. It would be great if you could bring your own towel, light blanket, pillow, and scarf. All of these will be used in the restorative yoga experience. Extras will be on hand as well if forgotten. Hydration is paramount so make sure you have water bottles.
Directions
Clearwater’s Hot Yoga 365 is located at 2416 Gulf to Bay Blvd. Clearwater’s Hot Yoga 365 is located two blocks past US 19 headed towards the Clearwater beaches, between Old Coachman and Belcher Road. We are on the North side of Gulf to Bay, in between Clearwater Cars and the Jeep Dealership. Look for our signs right off of Gulf to Bay.
The Beach House is located at 947 El Dorado Avenue. From Clearwater Memorial Causeway, turn on Mandalay Avenue. Continue on Mandalay Avenue until you reach El Dorado and turn right. The house is on the right side of the street.
with Ana Hansen in
Clearwater Beach, Florida
2016
Enjoy four days of beach yoga and restorative yoga in the midst of the serene ocean. Experience restorative yoga, silent walks, and ocean meditation. The theme of this Peaceful Restorative Yoga Retreat is Peaceful Transformation and Change.
Schedule
Day One-Thursday
12:30-4 pm Welcome and Introduction to Restorative Yoga at Clearwater’s Hot Yoga 365
4 pm-5:30 pm Dinner (on own)
5:30-7:30 pm Introductions to Silent Walk and Yoga on the Beach
7:30-8:30 pm Introduction to Ocean Meditation at the Beach House
Day Two-Friday
9-10 am Ocean Mediation on the Beach
10- 10:30 am Satsang and Journal on the Beach
Topic: Changing Your Life with the Help of Yogic Practices, Part One
10:30- 11:30 pm Silent Walk and Yoga on the Beach
11:30-12:30 pm Lunch (on own)
12:30- 4 pm Restorative yoga at Clearwater’s Hot Yoga 365
4-5:30 pm Dinner (on own)
5:30-7:30 pm Free Time
7:30 -8:30 pm Restorative Yoga and Meditation at Clearwater’s Hot Yoga 365
Day Three-Saturday
9-10 am Ocean Mediation on the Beach
10- 10:30 am Satsang and Journal on the Beach
Topic: Changing Your Life with the Help of Yogic Practices, Part Two
10:30- 11:30 pm Silent Walk and Yoga on the Beach
11:30-12:30 pm Lunch (on own)
12:30- 4 pm Restorative yoga at Clearwater’s Hot Yoga 365
4-5:30 pm Dinner (on own)
5:30-6:30 pm Free Time
6:30-8:30 pm Restorative Yoga and Meditation at Clearwater’s Hot Yoga 365
Day Four-Sunday
9-10 am Ocean Mediation on the Beach
10- 10:30 am Satsang and Journal on the Beach
Topic: Changing Your Life with the Help of Yogic Practices, Part Three
10:30- 11:30 pm Silent Walk and Yoga on the Beach
11:30-12:30 pm Celebration Lunch at the Beach House
12:30- 8:30 pm * Massages and Bodywork in Peace at Clearwater’s Hot Yoga 365
More Details
Total payment: $450
Retreat deposit of 50% is due on or by June 15th. Total payment due by July 15. Please make me aware if you are using Yoga Finder Promo Code. Clearwater Beach's closest airport is in Tampa, Florida, and in general is very close to many other Florida attractions such as Disney World and Universal Studios. The retreat fee does not include air fare, food, lodging and transportation. The retreat fee does include cost for Sunday’s Celebration Lunch at the Beach House, which is catered by Nature’s Food Patch. Please let Ana know if there are any food restrictions or concerns. Thank you.
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About Lodging and Transportation
Clearwater Beach, FL. is a popular destination, so finding accommodations should be quite easy. Ideally, you should find lodging on Clearwater Beach, but if you find lodging in Clearwater near Clearwater’s Hot Yoga 365 that should be sufficient as well. The suggested lodging is as follows: Vacation Rentals by Owners or Clearwater Beach Cottages. There is no need to rent a car in Cleatwater for we will have car pools arranged prior to the retreat. We can even arrange a car pool from the Tampa airport on Thursday for arrivals and on Sunday for departures. Please notify Ana if you would like to participate in car pools.
About Food
In general, you should allow two hours for your food to digest before practicing restorative yoga. The schedule has been planned around this regiment. The best diet for yoga is a vegetarian diet and most yogis recommend not eating a full dinner meal; just a light snack to keep your stomach fire healthy and vibrant. Hydration is paramount so make sure lots of coconut water and healthy water is available for you. Foods that have artificial ingredients and that are highly processed interferes with the restorative yoga practice. The recommended restaurant and grocery is Nature Food Patch. Also, bring a snack for the afternoon restorative yoga practice. It could be very simple and nutritious, like an apple or an avocado.
About Clearwater’s Hot Yoga 365 and the Beach Locations
Clearwater’s Hot Yoga 365’s mission statement- At Yoga 365, you can expect a welcoming and encouraging atmosphere, free of judgment and competition. The instructors are committed to your highest potentials and intentions, and aim to support you in whatever step of the journey you find yourself. In that spirit, we ask that you let go any of your own expectations when you walk into the studio and remain open to the instruction and guidance of our teachers. The practice of Yoga is ultimately a self-discipline, of both body and mind. Rather than expecting our surroundings to accommodate themselves to us, in a discipline we learn to adapt to our surroundings as we listen and learn. In this spirit of humility and listening, we are able to make true progress in our yoga practice and maintain a beginner’s mind.
Clearwater Hot Yoga 365 is located at 2416 Gulf to Bay Blvd in Clearwater, Florida. It is a beautiful, peaceful environment to practice restorative yoga. The Beach House location is the meeting point for all of beach activities, including the Satsangs and Journals, Silent Walks and Yoga, and Ocean Meditations. The address of the Beach House is 947 El Dorado Avenue in Clearwater Beach, Florida. This beautiful, luxurious home is a perfect setting for retreat and steps away from the beach. It is the location for two events: Introduction to Ocean Meditation class and Sunday’s Celebration Lunch.
About Weather in Clearwater Beach, FL in July
According to the Weather Channel Website, the average high is 89 degrees and the average low is 74 degrees for the month of July. In addition, the humidity is between 60 to 70 percent. Please make sure to bring the appropriate dress. Bring light jackets or sweatshirts for cool winds that often occurs on the beach.
About Massage and Bodywork in Peace
Stephanie Carroll is a licensed massage therapist and yoga instructor with a background in kinesiology and exercise physiology from the University of Texas at San Antonio. After teaching and practicing yoga for a few years, she wanted to take her gift of healing to the next level and learn more about the human body by practicing massage therapy. She earned her rigorous 750 hour degree from the Cortiva Institute and is skilled in a wide variety of modalities. She practices Swedish relaxation massage, deep tissue massage and myofascial release techniques. In addition to this she uses heat therapy to ease sore muscles and implores the very best in organic massage lotions and oils. Upon request, Stephanie also enjoys offering chakra balancing into her massages using Doterra oils and guided meditations. Through this, she continues to help and heal others from their past traumas and injuries through integrating yoga and massage techniques to reconnect and heal. She is currently and an active member of the American Massage Therapy Assocication (AMTA) and currently studying the art of Soma Veda Thai Yoga Massage. It is recommended to receive massage during the retreat. Sunday afternoon is designated for this therapy.
About What to Bring
Props are often used for the restorative yoga practice. It would be great if you could bring your own towel, light blanket, pillow, and scarf. All of these will be used in the restorative yoga experience. Extras will be on hand as well if forgotten. Hydration is paramount so make sure you have water bottles.
Directions
Clearwater’s Hot Yoga 365 is located at 2416 Gulf to Bay Blvd. Clearwater’s Hot Yoga 365 is located two blocks past US 19 headed towards the Clearwater beaches, between Old Coachman and Belcher Road. We are on the North side of Gulf to Bay, in between Clearwater Cars and the Jeep Dealership. Look for our signs right off of Gulf to Bay.
The Beach House is located at 947 El Dorado Avenue. From Clearwater Memorial Causeway, turn on Mandalay Avenue. Continue on Mandalay Avenue until you reach El Dorado and turn right. The house is on the right side of the street.
Clearwater's Hot Yoga 365
More Information at Hotyogaclearwater.com.
Yoga and Art Retreat with
Ana Hansen
Pinetop-Lakeside, Arizona
September 11-12, 2015
Getaway from the piercing heat of the summer and restore in yoga with Ana!
Artist friend: Karen Elaine
Beautiful Location:
Open Spaces Yoga Studio
Ponderosa Village #12
476 West White Mountain BLVD
Lakeside, AZ 85929
928-367-4636
Schedule
Day One- Saturday, September 12
11:00am- 1:00pm Introductory Ceremony and Restorative Yoga Class
1:00pm- 2:30pm Lunch
2:30pm -4:30pm Restorative Yoga Class with Aromatherapy
4:30pm-6:30pm Kumomi Art Class with Karen Elaine
6:30 pm- 7:30pm Dinner (on own)
7:30 pm-8:00pm Meditation and Journals
Day Two- Sunday, September 13
9:00am- 11:00am Hike
11:00am-1:00pm Restorative Yoga Class
1:00pm-2:30pm Lunch
2:30pm-4:30pm Restorative Yoga Class with Aromatherapy
4:30pm- 6:30pm Kumomi Art Class with Karen Elaine
7:30pm- 8:00pm Closing Ceremony
More Details
About Payment
Total payment: $295
Retreat payment is due by August 15th. Spaces are limited so please register and reserve your space asap. Payments accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Checks (made out to Ana Hansen and sent to Awakenings Yoga Studio, 2855 Southwest Drive, Sedona, Arizona by August 1st, 2015), and cash.
The retreat fee does not include food and lodging. The below registration form must be filled out to save your space for the Yoga and Art Retreat, and from this form, you will be prompted for online payment. Cancellations must occur 30 days before the retreat date.
About Lodging
The recommended housing is the Best Western Inn of Pinetop, which is located at 404 East White Mountain Blvd: Best Western Inn of Pinetop. For a more rustic stay, go to Lazy Oaks Resort. Lazy Oaks is located on Rainbow Lake in the city of Pinetop/Lakeside in the White Mountains. They are approximately 3 to 3 ½ hours northeast of Phoenix and 4 hours from Tucson. Lazy Oaks consists of 15 one- and two-bedroom cabins on approximately 3.5 acres on the shores of Rainbow Lake. Other options: Roundhouse Resort, Double B Resort, or Vacation Rentals By Owners.
About Food
In general, you should allow two hours for your food to digest before practicing restorative yoga. The schedule has been planned around this regiment. The best diet for yoga is a vegetarian diet and most yogis recommend not eating a full dinner meal; just a light snack to keep your stomach fire healthy and vibrant. My recommendation is to bring a cooler from home for a simple breakfast, like a fruit and yogurt, and a simple dinner, like a mixed salad with many vegetables with light dressing or an energy bar. Hydration is paramount so make sure lots of coconut water and healthy water is available for you. Foods that have artificial ingredients and that are highly processed interferes with the restorative yoga practice. Please avoid those during this weekend. The recommended restaurant: Cafe Bocado.
Ana Hansen
Pinetop-Lakeside, Arizona
September 11-12, 2015
Getaway from the piercing heat of the summer and restore in yoga with Ana!
Artist friend: Karen Elaine
Beautiful Location:
Open Spaces Yoga Studio
Ponderosa Village #12
476 West White Mountain BLVD
Lakeside, AZ 85929
928-367-4636
Schedule
Day One- Saturday, September 12
11:00am- 1:00pm Introductory Ceremony and Restorative Yoga Class
1:00pm- 2:30pm Lunch
2:30pm -4:30pm Restorative Yoga Class with Aromatherapy
4:30pm-6:30pm Kumomi Art Class with Karen Elaine
6:30 pm- 7:30pm Dinner (on own)
7:30 pm-8:00pm Meditation and Journals
Day Two- Sunday, September 13
9:00am- 11:00am Hike
11:00am-1:00pm Restorative Yoga Class
1:00pm-2:30pm Lunch
2:30pm-4:30pm Restorative Yoga Class with Aromatherapy
4:30pm- 6:30pm Kumomi Art Class with Karen Elaine
7:30pm- 8:00pm Closing Ceremony
More Details
About Payment
Total payment: $295
Retreat payment is due by August 15th. Spaces are limited so please register and reserve your space asap. Payments accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Checks (made out to Ana Hansen and sent to Awakenings Yoga Studio, 2855 Southwest Drive, Sedona, Arizona by August 1st, 2015), and cash.
The retreat fee does not include food and lodging. The below registration form must be filled out to save your space for the Yoga and Art Retreat, and from this form, you will be prompted for online payment. Cancellations must occur 30 days before the retreat date.
About Lodging
The recommended housing is the Best Western Inn of Pinetop, which is located at 404 East White Mountain Blvd: Best Western Inn of Pinetop. For a more rustic stay, go to Lazy Oaks Resort. Lazy Oaks is located on Rainbow Lake in the city of Pinetop/Lakeside in the White Mountains. They are approximately 3 to 3 ½ hours northeast of Phoenix and 4 hours from Tucson. Lazy Oaks consists of 15 one- and two-bedroom cabins on approximately 3.5 acres on the shores of Rainbow Lake. Other options: Roundhouse Resort, Double B Resort, or Vacation Rentals By Owners.
About Food
In general, you should allow two hours for your food to digest before practicing restorative yoga. The schedule has been planned around this regiment. The best diet for yoga is a vegetarian diet and most yogis recommend not eating a full dinner meal; just a light snack to keep your stomach fire healthy and vibrant. My recommendation is to bring a cooler from home for a simple breakfast, like a fruit and yogurt, and a simple dinner, like a mixed salad with many vegetables with light dressing or an energy bar. Hydration is paramount so make sure lots of coconut water and healthy water is available for you. Foods that have artificial ingredients and that are highly processed interferes with the restorative yoga practice. Please avoid those during this weekend. The recommended restaurant: Cafe Bocado.
About Open Space Yoga Studio and Directions
Open Space Yoga Studio is fully equipped for comprehensive yoga instruction. The studio has two studios, restroom, changing room and lots of props!
Open Space Yoga Studio is set in the beautiful White Mountains of Northeast Arizona. From Phoenix to Show Low. From Sedona to Show Low. Heading South from Show Low, drive past Blue Ridge School District, and look for the studio on the left.
Approximate travel time: 3 hours.
About Weather in Pinetop-Lakeside in September
According to the Weather Channel Website, the average high in Pinetop-Lakside in August is 76 degrees and the average low is 51 degrees. Please make sure to bring the appropriate dress. Also, sometimes when people practice restorative yoga, they cool the body even more. So lots of long sleeved shirts are important. Also, we may be doing yoga outside on the lake, so gear up with sweatshirts and layers.
About Massage, Bodywork, and Acupuncture
Melissa Camacho will be offering her services of Massage, Bodywork, and Acupuncture for this retreat. Melissa is a Licensed Acupuncturist and Ayurvedic Practitioner. She began studying complementary medicine in 2001 as an aromatherapy buyer at a health food store in Boston, MA. During her time in Boston, she was introduced to Baron Baptiste vinyasa yoga and got hooked. Shortly afterwards, she began to become curious about meditation and started practising it on a regular basis. This avenue naturally lead to the discovery of Ayurveda in her life, Yoga’s sister science. In 2004, she became the Ayurvedic apprentice for Ambaya Martin (of Ambaya Gold Supplements) at 7 Centers Yoga Arts in Sedona, AZ. She decided to deepen her study of elemental medicine, herbs, and clinical experiences by returning to school for her Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine in 2008 in Santa Fe, NM at the Southwest Acupuncture College. Upon completion in 2011, she started her practice in Ayurveda and Oriental Medicine. She treats using acupuncture, moxibustion, massage, cupping, gua sha, and herbs. She counsels on nutrition, lifestyle, yoga, and meditation. Furthermore, she is a writer and regularly contributes to various yoga and health newsletters and magazines. To schedule a Massage, Bodywork, or Acupuncture in Peace with Melissa, please call her at 928-399-0348 or email her at [email protected].
About What to Bring
Props are often used for the restorative yoga practice. It would be great if you could bring your own towel, light blanket, pillow, and scarf. All of these will be used in the restorative yoga experience. Extras will be on hand as well if forgotten. Hydration is paramount so make sure you have water bottles handy.
Open Space Yoga Studio is fully equipped for comprehensive yoga instruction. The studio has two studios, restroom, changing room and lots of props!
Open Space Yoga Studio is set in the beautiful White Mountains of Northeast Arizona. From Phoenix to Show Low. From Sedona to Show Low. Heading South from Show Low, drive past Blue Ridge School District, and look for the studio on the left.
Approximate travel time: 3 hours.
About Weather in Pinetop-Lakeside in September
According to the Weather Channel Website, the average high in Pinetop-Lakside in August is 76 degrees and the average low is 51 degrees. Please make sure to bring the appropriate dress. Also, sometimes when people practice restorative yoga, they cool the body even more. So lots of long sleeved shirts are important. Also, we may be doing yoga outside on the lake, so gear up with sweatshirts and layers.
About Massage, Bodywork, and Acupuncture
Melissa Camacho will be offering her services of Massage, Bodywork, and Acupuncture for this retreat. Melissa is a Licensed Acupuncturist and Ayurvedic Practitioner. She began studying complementary medicine in 2001 as an aromatherapy buyer at a health food store in Boston, MA. During her time in Boston, she was introduced to Baron Baptiste vinyasa yoga and got hooked. Shortly afterwards, she began to become curious about meditation and started practising it on a regular basis. This avenue naturally lead to the discovery of Ayurveda in her life, Yoga’s sister science. In 2004, she became the Ayurvedic apprentice for Ambaya Martin (of Ambaya Gold Supplements) at 7 Centers Yoga Arts in Sedona, AZ. She decided to deepen her study of elemental medicine, herbs, and clinical experiences by returning to school for her Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine in 2008 in Santa Fe, NM at the Southwest Acupuncture College. Upon completion in 2011, she started her practice in Ayurveda and Oriental Medicine. She treats using acupuncture, moxibustion, massage, cupping, gua sha, and herbs. She counsels on nutrition, lifestyle, yoga, and meditation. Furthermore, she is a writer and regularly contributes to various yoga and health newsletters and magazines. To schedule a Massage, Bodywork, or Acupuncture in Peace with Melissa, please call her at 928-399-0348 or email her at [email protected].
About What to Bring
Props are often used for the restorative yoga practice. It would be great if you could bring your own towel, light blanket, pillow, and scarf. All of these will be used in the restorative yoga experience. Extras will be on hand as well if forgotten. Hydration is paramount so make sure you have water bottles handy.
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About Kumomi Art and Karen Elaine
What is Kumomi?
Kumomi™ is a creative process which combines the randomness of spontaneous painting with the control of mindful drawing as a meditative art form. You don’t need to be artistic to receive the benefits of Kumomi. The goal is not necessarily to create an art masterpiece but to enjoy the creative process, relax the body and open the mind. If you practice Kumomi regularly you will very likely see improvements in your mental, physical and emotional well being.
Kumomi is the combination of Japanese characters for “cloud” and “to see” so it essentially means “cloud gazing.”
Finding Meaning in Randomness
Imagine lying flat on your back on a freshly cut lawn on a warm spring day watching clouds drift slowly across the blue sky changing shape as they float by. You may see the shape of a duck, a heart, a boat or an angel. The Kumomi process brings the essence of cloud gazing combined color, line and music to invoke a merging of the senses for a mind expanding experience.
Karen Elaine is an artist, author, blogger and designer widely known as Karen Elaine Thomas. In 2004 she started blogging after she was diagnosed with breast cancer and her blog documents her healing journey and life of creativity.
Karen combines her experience as a fine artist with her passion for paper to create unique and distinctive paper crafting techniques. She teaches art and craft workshops at trade shows, events and retailers throughout the United States. Karen has been the creative force for Yasutomo, an art and craft supply company since 1997. Last year, she developed Splash Ink, a color mixing system in which you can create an infinite amount of colors using only four basic colors.
She is the author of Origami Card Craft published by Random House and several paper crafting books and is featured on DVD’s and craft television shows.
Karen is the founder of One Thousand Cranes for Hope where strands of origami cranes are sent to people who face serious life and health challenges.
What is Kumomi?
Kumomi™ is a creative process which combines the randomness of spontaneous painting with the control of mindful drawing as a meditative art form. You don’t need to be artistic to receive the benefits of Kumomi. The goal is not necessarily to create an art masterpiece but to enjoy the creative process, relax the body and open the mind. If you practice Kumomi regularly you will very likely see improvements in your mental, physical and emotional well being.
Kumomi is the combination of Japanese characters for “cloud” and “to see” so it essentially means “cloud gazing.”
Finding Meaning in Randomness
Imagine lying flat on your back on a freshly cut lawn on a warm spring day watching clouds drift slowly across the blue sky changing shape as they float by. You may see the shape of a duck, a heart, a boat or an angel. The Kumomi process brings the essence of cloud gazing combined color, line and music to invoke a merging of the senses for a mind expanding experience.
Karen Elaine is an artist, author, blogger and designer widely known as Karen Elaine Thomas. In 2004 she started blogging after she was diagnosed with breast cancer and her blog documents her healing journey and life of creativity.
Karen combines her experience as a fine artist with her passion for paper to create unique and distinctive paper crafting techniques. She teaches art and craft workshops at trade shows, events and retailers throughout the United States. Karen has been the creative force for Yasutomo, an art and craft supply company since 1997. Last year, she developed Splash Ink, a color mixing system in which you can create an infinite amount of colors using only four basic colors.
She is the author of Origami Card Craft published by Random House and several paper crafting books and is featured on DVD’s and craft television shows.
Karen is the founder of One Thousand Cranes for Hope where strands of origami cranes are sent to people who face serious life and health challenges.
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