Frequently Asked Questions
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Beginners are absolutely welcome. These retreats offer longer practices with more time to dive into instruction and the purpose of each pose. The instructors work individually with you to correct alignment, achieve goals, and answer any questions. It’s a great way to start your practice, equipping you with every tool you’ll need for a successful yoga journey.
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You can expect a yoga practice once or twice daily. When there are two classes, one will be more active vinyasa style in the morning, and the other will be a gentle, yin, or restorative evening flow. Our teachers are highly qualified and incorporate yogic wisdom, pranayama (breathing practices), and mantra throughout each class.
Between classes, you are free to explore the area, go on excursions like surfing and paddle boarding, or enjoy a spa service. Our international retreats focus on cultural immersion and education around the history of the land and offer many opportunities for optional activities. Local mountain and beach retreats focus on outdoor activities and connecting with nature. Through other local retreats, take a deep dive into the practice through optional informative sessions on ancient yogic principles, nutrition, and more.
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Our retreats range from 10-25 people depending on the location and time.
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We have a variety of attendees with a wide range of ages and backgrounds. We appreciate variety and the wisdom that each person brings from their unique background. Our international retreats include guests from all over the globe, and our local retreats tend to attract more North Carolina residents.
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Most of our attendees are solo, but we sometimes have couples, friends, daughter-mom duos, etc. All are welcome.
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Our retreats include vegetarian meals with occasional fish. We gladly accommodate all diet restrictions and allergies. Our retreat host Lila is a licensed Dietitian Nutritionist who ensures our delicious meals are packed with fuel for our transformational experiences! As they say, yoga starts in the kitchen.
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We typically pair most guests with a roommate. If you wish to have more privacy, you can always opt for a private room for an additional fee. Our retreats offer many activities and areas on the property, so your time actually spent in the room may be limited anyhow.
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Bookings can be made on our website on the retreat page once the retreat is open for registration. A 50% nonrefundable deposit is required to hold your space, and the remaining payment is due in two parts before the start date of the retreat. You can always pay in full or make partial payments over time.
Sample Itinerary
7:00-7:30 AM Meditation/Journaling
7:30-9:00 AM Morning Yoga
9:00 AM Breakfast
9:00-12:00 PM Free time for relaxing on the property, hiking local trails,
or going for longer excursions like temple tours & waterfall hikes
12:00 PM Lunch
1:00-4:00 PM Free time for relaxing, dipping in the pool,
massage & spa services, or other excursions.
4:30-6:30 PM Evening Yoga session
6:30 PM Dinner
7:30 PM Relax or group activity like a sharing circle, acro yoga, or cacao ceremony
*All activities are optional*