Living Your Destiny: Acupressure & Yoga Retreat

Woolman at Sierra Friends Center, 13075 Woolman Ln., Nevada City, California,95959, USA

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Sep 13 - 15, 2019
Group size: 15 - 30
Living Your Destiny: Acupressure & Yoga Retreat
Woolman at Sierra Friends Center, 13075 Woolman Ln., Nevada City, California,95959, USA

AcuYogini
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7 reviews

Sep 13 - 15, 2019
Group size: 15 - 30

About this trip

Living Your Destiny: Acupressure & Yoga Retreat is a weekend of Self-Care Acupressure, Gentle Kripalu Yoga, at the scenic grounds of Woolman Sierra Friends Center in Nevada City, CA.  At this Retreat, Karen will teach about the 5 Elements of Chinese Medicine, and the principle that all everything in Nature is also within us: We are a part of Nature.  


Each Element will be its own class, and you will learn Self-Care Acupressure, Gentle Kripalu Yoga, and Partner Discussion related to each Element.  The 5 Elements are a system of checks and balances to bring balance, harmony, and peace to life.  Each Element is centered around a theme: 


*Water element to discover your Inner Power

*Wood element to uncover the Artist that you are

*Fire element to share your Joy

*Earth element to Nourish your soul

*Metal element to Give yourself the Respect & Honor you Deserve


Retreat includes optional additional Yoga classes to start and end your day, and free time to explore the hiking trails at Woolman Sierra Friends Center, or just time to relax and rest.  

Woolman at Sierra Friends Center

Woolman at Sierra friends Center is located in the Sierra foothills of Nevada county, CA.   This is a short drive from the historic downtown of Grass Valley, CA.   The Woolman campus offers 230 acres of meadows, woods, ponds, and streams to explore.   Driving directions to Woolman can be found at their website:  https://www.woolman.org/about/directions 


 Woolman has a few health and safety policies for all guests:  

  • Candles and incense are not permitted. Outdoor campfires and woodstove fires during the fire season require a CDF permit. We ask that all cooking be done in the shared dining hall and not in the cabin areas.
  • Pets are allowed at Sierra Friends Center with advance notice from the renter and must be leashed while onsite.  There are some periods during the year where pets may not be allowed. The only exception is for working companions of the disabled.
  • Tobacco and alcoholic beverages are not permitted at Sierra Friends Center.
  • Parents are expected to provide responsible supervision of children at all times, including times when primary childcare providers are having meals and taking breaks.

Meals during Retreat

The Living Your Destiny Retreat includes all catered meals by the Woolman staff.  The meals offer vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free options.  The produce often comes from the Woolman Farm.   

What’s included

  • Acupressure & Yoga Class
    Each Acupressure Yoga Class is focused on one of the 5 Elements: Water, Wood, Fire, Earth, & Metal
  • Partner Discussions
    Optional class time to pair up with a partner to discuss how the Element has impacted your life
  • Opening Ceremony
    Opportunity to set your intention for the Retreat through visualization and journaling
  • Optional Additional Yoga
    Extra Yoga classes taught by Karen's special guest teachers to build internal body heat, stretch and strengthen
  • Optional Guided Hike
    Guided hike lead by Daniel through the trails of Woolman Sierra Friends Center
  • All meals
    Vegan options included
  • Multiple Accommodations
    Accommodations include Stone House with single, double, and bunk bed rooms. A Frame Cabins, and Tent Camping
  • Free Time
    Free time to rest, talk with friends, or take optional yoga or hiking
  • Grounds at Woolman
    230 acres of meadows, woods, ponds, and streams to explore on the grounds of Woolman Sierra Friends Center
  • Closing Ceremony
    Time to reflect on your life, integrate your Retreat experience, and share with the group your the noble journey of your life!
  • All Yoga props & handout
    Yoga mats, blankets, and props available for use. Handouts related to 5 Elements and Acupressure

What’s not included

  • Sleeping bags
    If staying in the A Frame Cabins or Camping option, please bring your own sleeping bag and pillow
  • Tent
    If choosing Camping option, tent is not provided
  • Pillow
  • Flashlight
  • Phone Charger
  • Water Bottle
  • towels

Available Packages

Tent Camping

 Tent Campers bring their own camping equipment. 

$265

Itinerary

Fri 9/13 4-6 pm
Check in to Accommodations: Stone House, A Frame Cabins, Camping

Meet at Check in office at Woolman Sierra Friends Center

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Hey there! I’m KC of AcuYogini. I teach yoga and do bodywork to empower people. I believe the world needs more people that are confident and compassionate. That is why my yoga classes are accessible for everyone: they are about how the form arises from you…from the inside out, rather than imposing a form from the outside in. Yes, you’ll learn alignment…and you’ll learn how to flow through your yoga in an organic, fluid, way to discover your inner teacher! Learn more about me and my work at: https://www.acuyogini.com/

Reviews

JR
KC's Yin retreat was just perfect! I met so many lovely women and ate the most delicious food all weekend. Between the yin, journaling, the sound bath, yoga nidra, drumming, and simply being in a beautiful setting with like minded individuals, I felt more relaxed than I have in a long, long time. Everything about this trip was magical. So much thought and care went into every detail. Every activity flowed beautifully into the next and I will be coming back every year going forward! Absolutely wonderful! Thank you, KC and friends for creating such a restful experience!
By Jennifer R for Telling Your Story: a Weekend of Yin Yoga, Acupressure, and Journaling on Jun 21, 2023
Thank you so much Jennifer! 💙 Thanks for attending the retreat this year and I'm looking forward to seeing you next year!
By AcuYogini on Jun 22, 2023
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This retreat exceeded all of my expectations. The Yin Yoga, drum circle!, sound healing, and Yoga Nidra blew my mind. Everything was five-star stellar. The food menu was to die for as they catered to everyone’s needs: vegan, meat eaters, gluten free, nothing was missed by the caterers. My heart was so full of joy. ~Bridget Q. Folsom, CA
By Bridget Q for Telling Your Story: a Weekend of Yin Yoga, Acupressure, and Journaling on Jun 06, 2023
Awesome Bridget, so this so great to hear! Thank you for being at the retreat- it's always good to see you! 🙏🌼
By AcuYogini on Jun 06, 2023
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The retreat was so relaxing and truly special. The use of indoor and outdoor spaces was enjoyable. Being in the middle of nature enhanced the experience. The sense of self-connection encouraged through the yin, yoga nidra, relaxation, sound healing, and drumming circle was unique. The meals were fantastic, fresh, and always available for all eating styles. I highly recommend this retreat for anyone who needs to slow down, unplug, and go inward. Thank you, KC!
By Denise M for Telling Your Story: a Weekend of Yin Yoga, Acupressure, and Journaling on Jun 05, 2023
Wonderful to hear Dee! Thank you for sharing the review and thank you for participating in the retreat! ✨☺
By AcuYogini on Jun 05, 2023
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KC puts creates great experiences that are rejuvenating, grounding, and accepting. She is encouraging and is a great guide in the process of my yoga practice. I make every effort to attend all events that she offers because they are always such a great experience.
By Angie G for Heart Beat Retreat: A Day of Acupressure, Yin Yoga, & Drumming on Jun 13, 2022
Thank you for your review and thanks for your attendance over the years!
By AcuYogini on Jun 13, 2022
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I enjoyed this retreat so much and I can't wait for the full weekend one in 2023. Food by Miele was included- delicious! You can taste the love she puts into her cooking. KC's yoga is so gentle! I always love her yoga classes. I loved learning more acupressure points. I would have never taken a drumming class had it not been for this retreat. I ended up enjoying it immensely. I think I'll take more drumming classes in retirement. :-)
By Natalie B for Heart Beat Retreat: A Day of Acupressure, Yin Yoga, & Drumming on Jun 08, 2022
Thank you Natalie! I look forward to seeing you at the Telling Your Story 2023 Retreat!
By AcuYogini on Jun 08, 2022
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