A Life Worth Grieving – Weekend Retreat w/ Ben + Angela Nov. 21-23, Collegeville, MN
A Life Worth Grieving
Tending the Sacred Ground of Grief to Heal the Heart November 21-23 – at the House of Prayer in Collegeville, MN Hosted By Ben + Angela Vincent
In a world of change, grief is a natural part of love. Grief is the pain sentient beings feel when we lose what we love – someone, something, some part of ourselves, life or the world. Who among us has not suffered the loss of what we love over the past years?
Grief is a complex set of feelings and emotions (including sorrow, anger, fear, shame, guilt) that comes when we are wounded. Its powerful force moves through us in waves – each visitation carries the painfully important message that we are hurting and in need of care. Grief is not only a symptom of being wounded – it’s also an essential part of its healing. Grief allows emotions to move through us, so we may learn to hold life and loss with greater love. From time immemorial, enduring cultures have honored and tended grief collectively. Allowing it space and expression through ritual, song/music, creative expression, spiritual practice, movement, time in solitude, community and nature makes life sustainable. When grief is tended, we can survive, and in time, process loss. Though painful, grief can deepen and mature us, bringing the possibility of healing and learning from life, individually and collectively.
In our hyper individualized and grief phobic culture, we have largely forgotten deep community and forsaken healing rituals. Absent their web of support, we tend to hold our grief privately. There is a survival wisdom to burying deep within that which we cannot process on our own, but it has a long shadow. When we do not recognize or honor the presence of grief collectively, we tend to personalize and pathologize the pain of our unprocessed losses. This feeling is who I am and it’s what’s wrong with me. Untended grief often becomes grievance – hardening our hearts against ourselves, one another, life and the world. This is one of the root causes of much of the pain, dis-ease and conflict we see in ourselves and the world today. While initially protective, these ways of coping/not coping with loss are ultimately corrosive to the lives of freedom and fulfillment we long for.
Thankfully, there is another way of being with what is wounded. When grief is held and tended collectively, it reconnects us with a deep part of our humanity and our place in the web of life. Allowing ourselves to touch the vulnerable places within, invites us into authenticity, intimacy, heartfelt connection and belonging, and even joy. These are foundational to healing and bringing forth lives of inspiration. In these times, the re-creation of modern healing rituals is an essential part of healing ourselves, one another, human culture and the living Earth.
We invite you to join us for A Life Worth Grieving ~ A soulful retreat of deep connection and healing.
Our weekend retreat will explore and tend the sacred ground of the five gates of grief:
- Everything you love, you will lose
- The parts of you which have never known love
- The sorrows of the world
- What we expected and did not receive
- Ancestral grief
You’ll be supported + guided through a process of grief tending, rooted in time tempered practices:
- Teachings, tools and resources for processing and healing
- Learning to work skillfully and compassionately with grief, painful feelings and emotions
- Grief as a catalyst for deeper healing and a threshold for awakening
- Time in solitude, community and nature
- Journaling and Self-Reflection
- Shared song, music and creative expression
- Holistic + Accessible Yoga Practice (Movement, breath-work, stillness, meditation, mantra, etc)
- Sacred Ritual
- Shared Stories and Meals
Retreat Schedule
Our retreat will begin Friday Nov 21 at 2 pm, and conclude Nov 23 at 4 pm. Our time together will consist of guided sessions as a group, shared meals, time to yourself and in nature.
Location
We’ll retreat to the Episcopal House of Prayer in Collegeville, MN – 75 miles NW of Mpls. For 30+ years, they’ve been welcoming groups for retreat and spiritual practice. EHoP is a sanctuary designed to support deep connection – renowned for its potent sacred spaces, natural + architectural beauty.
The House of Prayer is nestled on the edge of Saint John’s Abbey and University – amidst the remarkable beauty and sanctuary of 2,700 acres of extensive pine and hardwood forest, wetlands, lakes, oak savanna, restored prairie, and hiking trails. Its been a place of learning and spiritual refuge for over 165 years.
Participant Testimonials
“Attending this grief retreat was one of the best decisions I’ve made in the last decade. While I believed that I wasn’t grieving anything particular at the time, through the thoughtful practices, meditations and teachings, I discovered deep layers of grief in many areas of my life. We were guided through sacred rituals to behold, release, and even heal some of that grief. It was so powerful! As a therapist, I’ve received countless hours of training, and nothing has better prepared me to hold the sacred space of grief for others or myself than this grief immersion. I use what I learned in the immersion everyday of my life, in my loved one’s lives and with my clients. Thank you for sharing this amazing work!”
“Without a doubt, this weekend was a highlight of my life. My wish for all is that everyone could experience the love, care and courage I experienced and witnessed within myself and other participants as we explored and tended to our grief, individually and collectively. My heart is stretched wide and receptive to continue to make space for our grief and gratitude.”
“I am in awe of what is possible when a group gathers with the intention of opening to grief and truth and supporting and holding each other through that process. I am so grateful to Angela and Ben for their courage and trust in offering a space for us to explore grief and healing together, and in leading us gently through a touching weekend. I came away from the weekend feeling more connected to who I am, feeling supported and held by community, and with a greater sense of trust, patience, acceptance, interconnectedness, and courage. I connected deeply to individuals I had never met before, and was touched by what we all share. I am in awe of our common humanity and capacity to hold one another in this way. I am so grateful.”
“Participating in this retreat has allowed me to come into a new relationship with and understanding of my grief. For so long I have feared that my grief would be too deep, too encompassing and there would be no escape from the pain it brought. I have learned there is a more soul sustaining way to hold my grief and that grief is ultimately the gateway to living a more engaged and vibrant life. I am so grateful to go forward with these new revelations that resonate as true for me. To be able to practice this new way of being with my grief. I am so deeply grateful for the teachings and Ben and Angela’s ability to offer a safe container to explore what is possible.”
Rates are inclusive of:
- Lodging
- Food (All meals, Dinner Friday – Lunch on Sunday)
- Tuition for retreat
- Access to Saint Johns University Facilities (lake, forest, hiking trails, abbey church, etc,)
Vegetarian meals will be provided through Eat for Equity. We will plan to eat communally, with everyone taking turns helping in the kitchen and cleaning up after meals.
Your Investment:
- $ 675 – Shared bedroom space
- $ 795 – Private bedroom space
- Early Registration Discount: $30 less when you register and paid in full by August 31
- Kitchen Helpers discount: We are looking for two lead kitchen helpers for light meal prep and assistance at all meals. You’ll will receive an additional $50 discount on your retreat. Email ben@vincentyoga.com if you’re interested.
This small group retreat is limited to 14 people. Spaces will be allotted in the order in which deposits and registrations are received. To reserve your space: please submit all registration materials + deposit at the same time, via email to ben@vincentyoga.com, with a copy of:
- Retreat Registration + Waiver
- Submit a $300 deposit per-person (non-refundable). Payment are preferred through Venmo (@vincent-yoga), and can also be made through PayPal (bvrocksteady@gmail.com), check (see directions below), or CC. There is a 3.5% fee for paypal or CC to cover costs. Contact us directly to pay via CC or paypal.
All payments are due by November 10. There will be a $75 fee for payments, payment plans and registrations received after that date. For those unable to pay-in-full before October 31, payment plans are available through paypal credit. All payments are final. Other discounts and scholarships are not available.
Please email ben@vincentyoga.com any questions. Thank you for considering joining us and may you find the healing you seek.
Read MoreFall Immersion: Tantra + the Sacred Power of Life – Chakras, Kundalini and Shakti – w/ Ben Oct. 6-9, 2024 Ely, Mn
Tantra + the Sacred Power of Life:
Chakras, Kundalini and Shakti
October 6-9 – Ely, Mn
Our annual Fall Immersion is intended for yogis looking for deeper study and practice of yoga in a communal retreat setting. This year we will be delving into:
Tantra + the Sacred Power of Life: Chakras, Kundalini and Shakti.
Tantra is an ancient branch of yogic science, which views whole of life as sacred. Tantrics see and experience the universe as an expression of two co-eternal forces: Consciousness (shiva) and Creative Power (shakti). Consciousness is the transcendent yet immanent field of intelligence which endows all things with an essential nature (dharma), the inner knowing of how to fulfill dharma, and interweaves the dharma of all things. Shakti is the creative power or force, of which everything that comes into being is an expression. In this understanding, human beings are microcosms of the larger whole – we are living temples of shiva and shakti. To be born human is a gift and an opportunity. Just as there are concentrated sacred spaces in the outer world, so to there are sacred sites within the human being. These are known as the chakras – concentrated centers of consciousness and energy, linked by the sushumna nadi, or “sacred river of energy” at the core of our being. Tantric Yoga aims to awaken these through practice, to realize our true nature and the sacred essence of life known as kundalini shakti.
This immersion will delve experientially into Tantra and the sacred power of life. We will integrate dharma teachings, holistic practices (asana, pranayama, meditation, mantra, chanting, kriya, yoga nidra, self-reflection, etc.), meditative ritual and time in nature and community. Our in-depth exploration will include:
- What is Tantra?
- The Living Temple of Being Human
- Prana – balancing and awakening through the life force
- Chakras: Exploring the sacred centers and their powers
- Kundalini Shakti: Awakening to and embodying the power of the infinite
- Granthis – the psychic knots which block our awakening
- Shakti: Tantric practices to awaken power, bring forth dharma and transform karma
- Practices for awakening (to) kundalini skillfully:
- Hatha Yoga to prepare for Awakening
- Mantra – The power of sacred sound
- Kriya – Active tantric meditation for transformation
- Yantra – Sacred geometry of of the subtle body
- The Yoga of Ritual
The Place: Camp du Nord, near Ely, MN. A stones throw from the Boudary Waters, Camp du Nord is set amongst the pine, maple and birch forest alongside Lake Burntside. It has been a natural place of sanctuary, retreat, reconnection for more than 50 years.
Lodging & Meals: Our lodging will be communal in modern wooden cabins, beautiful and simple. Each cabin features a full kitchen, indoor bathroom, fireplace, living & dining room, bedrooms, sleeping loft and wireless internet. You will be responsible for your breakfast and lunch. Dinners will be communal, each participant will be part of the cooking group for one evening meal. We’ve done this for years, and it works wonderfully. Preference for lodging requests will be given in the order in which registrations are received. To view one of the cabins, please click here
Activities: Hiking, Canoeing + Kayaking, Sauna + Lake Plunge, Massage, Relaxing lakeside and fireside and the occasional hootenanny singalong ( *massage not included in the price of the retreat)
Daily Session Schedule:
- Sunday Oct 6: 6:30-9 pm
- Monday Oct 7: 8:30-11:30 am, 2:30-5:30 pm
- Tuesday Oct 8: 8:30-11:30 am, 2:30-5 pm, 7-9 pm
- Wednesday Oct 9: 8-11am – Option to stay to Oct 10 (more info below)
Chanting and Silent Meditation M-W from 6-7 am (recommended, but optional)
Transportation, Arrival & Departure
It is about a 4.5 hour drive from the Twin Cities. You are responsible for your own transportation. We encourage carpooling, and will assist in finding you a carpool if you like. For Directions, click here
Arrival time is anytime after 4pm On Sunday October 6. We’ll have a group meal Sunday at 5pm, and the immersion will begin officially at 6:30p. Teaching and group practice will end Wednesday Oct 9 around 12. There may be the possibility of staying an extra day until Oct 10. to rest and integrate. Please inquire when registering if interested.
Your Investment:
- $675 – Twin bed in a communal Loft Space
- $795 – Shared bedroom space (2 people/room, twin beds or queen bed for couples)
- $925 – Private bedroom space (queen bed)
As of August 7, all private rooms are booked. There are a few shared and loft spaces still available. If you are hoping to join us, best to send in your registration and deposit soon to reserve your space.
Early Registration Discount- Receive $30 off the shared bedroom or loft rates when you register and pay in full by July 31. Yoga Studies grads receive $50 off with early registration. Early registration discount does not apply to private rooms or cabins.
All rates are per person. This is a small group immersion and space will be allotted in the order in which registrations are received.
Rates are inclusive of:
- Lodging: For more information on accommodations and activities, visit the fall retreat page.
- Immersion Tuition
- Use of Camp du Nord facilities (sauna, hiking trails, canoes + kayaks, etc.)
Massage will be available during breaks. Please note meals are not provided. Each cabin has a fully equipped kitchen for all your cooking needs. We will plan to eat dinners communally, with groups taking turns preparing food if the group size accommodates eating/cooking together.
To reserve your space: please submit all registrations materials + deposit at the same time, via email to ben@vincentyoga.com, with a copy of:
- Fall Immersion Registration + Waiver
- Submit a $300 deposit per-person (non-refundable). Payment are preferred through Venmo (@vincent-yoga), and can also be made through PayPal (bvrocksteady@gmail.com), check (see directions below), or CC. Venmo is free when paying as a friend.. There is a 3.5% fee for paypal, CC or when paying for “goods and services” through Venmo to cover costs. Contact us directly to pay via CC or paypal.
All payments are due by Sept 13. There will be a $50 fee for payments, payment plans and registrations received after Sept 10. For those unable to pay-in-full before Sept 13, payment plans are available through paypal credit. All payments are final, there are no refunds unless the retreat gets cancelled. The non-refundable $300 deposit covers the costs to camp du Nord in the event that the retreat should have to be cancelled for unforeseen reasons. Other discounts and scholarships are not available.
Ben Vincent (not Vincent Yoga)
5354 40th Ave S.
Minneapolis, MN, 55417
Please contact us with any questions or inquiries
Testimonials:
“I have attended several fall immerisons. Each one has been an enriching, nourishing, and powerful experience through Ben’s thoughtful, insightful, and poetic teachings. The most profound aspect of this sacred time is shedding the noise of the outer everyday world of tasks, to-do lists, and responsibilities to focus on the quietness of the inner self and life for a few days. I leave with a deeper understanding of my practice that I have carried forth in my everyday life and that continues to unfold. Every fall I look forward to reuniting with the astounding beauty of the north woods (especially Burntside Lake!) and the warm, welcoming community.”
Four Desires Immersion: March 7-9 in Minneapolis w/ Ben
The Four Desires
Cultivating a Life of Purpose, Prosperity, Freedom + Joy
March 7-9, 2025 – Minneapolis
According to ancient understanding, each of us is genius – “born with spirit.” We come into life with an essential way of being (dharma), endowed with unique talents and gifts. Each of longs for the fulfillment of knowing who we are and bringing these forth – for these are the gifts and medicine we are here to offer to the life of the world. We will also inevitably face hardship, challenge and suffering. These painful rites of passage return us to eternal questions: : “Who am I?”, “Why am I here?”, “Why is there pain in life and what can i do about it?”, “What am I called to?”, “How can I best serve life?”. When lived into, these inquiries initiate us into deeper ways of seeing and being. They stir the essential longings of the soul to realize the greater purpose and potential of our lives.
Yoga identifies four universal aims of human life. Collectively, they are known as the pursharthas or “the means of the soul”. They are:
- Dharma: To realize who we are and fulfill the greater purpose of our lives
- Artha: What we need materially and non-materially to realize our dharma
- Kama: Joy and Happiness
- Moksha: Freedom from suffering, healing and freedom the to live the lives we are called to
When we understand how we relate to each of them uniquely, they form a blueprint for a life of balance, empowerment and fulfillment
Unfortunately, most in our modern world tend to misdirect the power of these desires. Those inclined toward material thriving tend to seek fleeting pleasures, rather than investing in the life’s work of Self-Realization. Only to end up unfulfilled, stressed and left wanting more. Those inclined toward spiritual thriving tend to reject desire as narcissistic, lessening its capacity to bring forth healing, awakening and inspired living. The ancient seers understood that worldly and spiritual thriving are expressions of a life well lived. When awakened, dharmic desire aligns us with the ultimate reality, and empowers us to bring forth our essential genius in service of life!
Realizing your life’s potential requires conscious attention and dedication – you must walk the path of your destiny!
The key to desire empowering us is to see clearly what we really want, to stay open to learning from life, and to work skillfully and selflessly toward its realization.
In this immersion, Ben will guide and support you through the Four Desires – a profound and transformative introspective process, as laid out by Rod Stryker in his book “The Four Desires.” We will use yogic teachings + practices, self-reflection, and journaling to:
- Uncover your soul’s purpose for being in this life
- Rediscover how each of the four desires resonates uniquely in your life
- Re-cognize self-limiting patterns which keep you from fulfilling your potential
- Learn to use these “obstacles” as a means to self-transformation
- Create a vow of tangible action toward the realization of our calling
- Learn techniques and practices for personal empowerment and self-mastery
- Explore the power of right desire to transform your life and the world
Immersion Schedule:
- March 7 – 9:30-5
- March 8 – 10-5
- March 9 – 10-5
There will be a 75 minuted break in the middle of each day.
Your Investment: Full Rate – $435. Early Registration- $385, when you register and pay in full by Feb 7 Yoga Studies Grads- $25 off the above listed rates
Space is limited, and will be allotted in the order in which deposits and registrations are received. To register, email ben@vincentyoga.com and submit a $150 deposit (non-refundable) through venmo (@vincent-yoga), cash or check. Payment is due in full by March 4.
Location: The River’s Way Mediation Center in the Ivy Building for the Arts – 2637 27th Ave S, Suite 201, Minneapolis
Read MoreYogic Meditation Immersion + Optional Teacher Training – Begins January 2026
Yogic Meditation Immersion +
Optional Teacher Training
w/ Ben Vincent and Tanya Boigenzahn
Begins January 2026
This immersive program is for all sincere seekers and students of Yoga looking to (re)commit to, deepen, and refine their practice of meditation. It begins with a year-long immersion to learn the essential purpose, preparations, processes, and practices of Yogic meditation – all with the support of experienced teachers and a sacred community. Tanya and Ben will guide you to becoming firmly established in your meditation practice so that you may embody its peace and power in all aspects of your life.
About the Program
Yoga is a sacred science (vidya) of Self-Realization – a holistic system of teachings and practices to know our true Selves, commune with the Ultimate Reality (brahman), and bring forth the greater potential and purpose of life. For thousands of years, meditation has been at the heart of the Yoga tradition. The process of Yogic meditation is unique in that it mirrors the journey of human life. It helps us to sustainably unfold and bring healing and awakening to all the layers of our being. As we continue the journey of practice we realize freedom, fulfillment, joy, and connection with the whole of life.
The timeless teachings and practices of Yogic meditation are as relevant today as ever. Amidst the busy-ness, stress, and turbulence of our modern lives, the postures, breathwork, and relaxation of Hatha Yoga have become very popular. However, without meditation it is an incomplete science. Meditation allows us to experience our unchanging essence, True Self or Soul, allowing us to live skillfully and gracefully in a world of change.
This immersive program is for all sincere seekers and students of Yoga looking to (re)commit to, deepen, and refine their practice of meditation. It begins with a year-long immersion to learn the essential purpose, preparations, processes, and practices of Yogic meditation – all with the support of experienced teachers and a sacred community. Tanya and Ben will guide you to becoming firmly established in your meditation practice so that you may embody its peace and power in all aspects of your life.
Following the year-long immersion, graduates will then have the opportunity to enroll in our 3-4 month teacher training module to learn how to transmit and share Yogic meditation as a teacher.
Tanya and Ben have created this program based on more than 50 years of combined study, personal practice, study and teaching.
The Program Consists of 3 or 4 Parts
1) Essentials of Yogic Meditation (Begins Jan 2026, exact dates below)
2) Deepening the Well of Practice/Sadhana
3) Steep + Embody: The Sankalpa of Sadhana
4) Meditation Teacher Training (Optional): Learn to Transmit + Share (Begins January 2027 )
(Part 4 is an optional additional module, for those interested in learning to teach)
CEs – Immersion Only: 108 with Yoga Alliance for RYTs
CEs – Immersion + Teacher Training: 150 with Yoga Alliance for RYTs
DATES & TIMES
LOCATION: LIVE in Minneapolis + LIVESTREAM – ZOOM (recorded for easy makeups)
TIMES (US Central): 1 Sunday/month: 1-5pm & 2 Mondays/month: 6-8pm Central US Time
DATES – 2026 Meditation Immersion:
2026: Jan 11, 12, 26 | Feb 8, 9, 23 | Mar 1, 9, 23 | Apr 6, 12, 20 | May 4, 17, 18 | Jun 1, 22 | Jul 13, 19, 27 | Aug 2, 3, 17 | Sept 13, 14, 28 | Oct 5, 26 | Nov 9, 23 | Dec 6 (9-5pm), 14
+ Group Meditation Retreat November 6-8, 2026 – (In Person or Virtual) at TBD. There will be an additional ~$200-400 fee for lodging for those attending in person. Single and double rooms available. Room preference given by order of sign up.
DATES – OPTIONAL Meditation Teacher Training 2027
2027: Jan 11, 25 | Feb 8, 22 | March and April Dates coming soon
+ Day-Long Retreat on Sunday, 9-5pm: Dec 6
More Info and Registration Here
Read MoreFall Yoga Retreat: Sacred Space to Rest, Reflect and Heal – Oct. 25-28, 2026 Ely, MN
Join us for our 20th Annual Fall Yoga Retreat
Sacred Space to Rest, Reflect and Heal
October 25-28, 2026 w/ Ben Vincent
We invite you to join us for our 20th annual Fall Retreat:) The retreat will be held at the pristine Camp du Nord, 20 minutes outside of Ely, MN, a stones throw from the Boundary Waters. The retreat will feature two yoga sessions each day. There will be plenty of free time for hiking, canoeing, sauna, massage, reading and relaxing lakeside and fireside, and enjoying quiet reflective time or the company of friends. Our intention is that this retreat is not just time away. Retreat is sacred space from which to view yourself and your life clearly. We will explore the practices and wisdom teachings of yoga, as a means to realizing your innate capacity for healing, meaning, freedom and joy within life.
More information on the content of the retreat coming soon!
The Place: Camp du Nord, near Ely, MN. A stones throw from the Boudary Waters, Camp du Nord is set amongst the pine, maple and birch forest alongside Lake Burntside. It has been a natural place of retreat, relaxation and reflection for more than 50 years.
The Yoga: We will practice each morning and afternoon. Morning sessions will consist of an invigorating asana, pranayama and meditation practice. Afternoon sessions will focus on the subtler aspects of yoga, including: restorative postures, pranayama, meditation, self-reflection, yoga philosohpy and dharma.
Lodging & Meals: Our lodging will be communal in modern wooden cabins, beautiful and simple. Each cabin features a full kitchen, indoor bathroom, central air & heat, fireplace, living & dining room, bedrooms and sleeping loft. No T.V.’s, no phones, no distractions- essentially everything you’ll want, nothing you won’t. Preference for lodging requests is in the order in which registrations are received. To view one of the cabins, please click here.
Meals:
- Breakfast and lunch will be done on your own or with other cabin mates in your cabins.
- Dinners will be communal prepared and shared. Each person will be part of a cooking group for 1 evening during your stay. Your group will be responsible for planning, purchasing and preparing the meal for that evening. This is how we do fall immersion…it’s great for community building and the food is always excellent!
- ***please note we will not be doing any meals in the dining hall or as part of the cost of the retreat this year. We chose this due to the size of the group, and to help offset Camp du Nord’s price increases, while keeping retreat rates reasonable and affordable.
Activities:
Hiking, Canoeing + Kayaking, Sauna + Lake Plunge, Massage, Relaxing lakeside and fireside and the occasional hootenanny singalong ( *massage not included in the price of the retreat)
Transportation, Arrival & Departure
The retreat will begin Sunday Oct. 25 at 2 pm with our welcoming, opening practice and ceremony. It is about a 4.5 hour drive from the Twin Cities. You are responsible for your own transportation. We encourage carpooling, and will assist in finding you a carpool if you like. We will conclude Wednesday Oct. 28 at 12pm. For Directions, click here.
Rates & Registration:
Based on past years, we expect the retreat will fill up this year. If you are planning to attend, please send registration and deposit as soon as possible to reserve your space. Thanks!
The cost of the retreat includes:
- All yoga classes
- Recordings from all our sessions for home practice
- Lodging in accommodation of your choice
- Use of canoes, kayaks and sauna.
- All the fun you can have, with new and old friends!
Testimonials from Retreat Participants
Your Investment (Early Registration discount/ Full Rate :
- $675/ $725 – Twin bed in a communal Loft Space
- $825/ $775 – Shared Bedroom Space (Two Twin Beds or Queen for couples)
- $950 – Private Bedroom w/ Queen Bed
All rates are per person. There are a few private cabins which can be specially arranged for families or those desiring more privacy. Email ben@vincentyoga.com directly for more info or to reserve a private cabin.
Early Registration Discount – $50 off when you register + pay in full by August 7. Early registration discount does not apply to private rooms or cabins.
To reserve your space: Please submit registration/waiver form + payment at the same time
- Fall Retreat Registration + Waiver + Submit payment: a $350 deposit (per-person, non-refundable) or payment in full.
- Payment are preferred via Venmo to @ben-vincent-9 (last 4 digits 4485)
- To pay via cash, check, CC or paypal, contact email Ben: ben@vincentyoga.com
- Payments are free via venmo as “friends”. Please add a 3.5% if paying via venmo for “goods or services”, paypal or CC to cover costs.
All payments are due by Sept 20. There will be a $50 fee for payments, payment plans and registrations received after Sept 20. For those unable to pay-in-full before Sept 20, payment plans are available through paypal credit. All payments are final, non-transferable and non-refundable. The non-refundable $350 deposit covers the costs for room and board to camp du Nord in the event that the retreat should have to be cancelled for unforeseen reasons. Other discounts, scholarships and refunds are not available.
We would love to have you join us for the sacredness of fall retreat in the northwoods:) Please email ben@vincentyoga.com with any questions.
Read MoreNew Years Workshop: The Power of Inspired Intention – Jan 1, 1-4 pm
New Year’s Day Yoga Workshop
Sankalpa Shakti: The Power of Inspired Intention
January 1st, 2025 – 1:00-4:00 pm
In Person + Livestream through One Yoga
Transitions in life – such as the New Year – awaken the human inclination for self-reflection. Any time we return to the eternal questions “Who am I?” and “How do I wish to live?”, is an auspicious time for yoga and spiritual inquiry. The New Years Yoga Workshop is an annual tradition of reflection and envisioning to support our inquiry.
This year we will explore the power of Sankalpa or “Inspired Intention”. It is not just any intention; it is a vow of heartfelt desire and willful determination. Sankalpa is a statement of guidance from our Highest Self, revealed through listening to our inner wisdom. By allowing us to see clearly what we really seek, Sankalpa empowers the mind to move from intention to realization.
The yoga tradition identifies four essential human desires that compel all our actions: meaning, prosperity, happiness and freedom. Through teaching, practice and self-reflection we will use these desires as the basis for exploring and realizing your Sankalpa. This vow becomes the force that brings our thoughts, choices and actions into alignment with our True Nature – empowering our ability to act while lessening our resistances, uncertainties and fear.
In this workshop, we will:
- Learn the teaching of Sankalpa and the four essential human desires: meaning, prosperity, joy and freedom
- Practice postures, breathing, meditation and chanting to support self-inquiry
- Experience a guided process of meditation, self-reflection and journaling to reveal your sankalpa
- Make a commitment of a 40 day practice to empower your sankalpa
Your Investment: Sliding Scale starts at $50.
Space is limited for in person attendance, Pre-Registration is required. For more information, or to pre-register through One Yoga’s Website
All the best to you and your loved ones this Holidays and New Year.
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