Souljourn Yoga invites you to have your heart cracked wide open for our 5th annual, 10-day yoga adventure as we explore the ancient lands of Peru from Cusco to Machu Picchu. Join us on this amazing journey where we will be supporting the girls of the Sacred Valley Project , which is dedicated to providing education and housing to girls from low-income families in the Andes Mountains. Please join Alison Riazi and Jeanette Doherty for an incredible journey of seva and transformation from meeting the girls of the Sacred Valley Project as well as exploring Machu Picchu and seeing how firsthand your support can make a real difference. Embark on a cultural immersion and 'soujourn' from hiking, sweat lodging, glamping, daily yoga, and even zip lining for a magical retreat of a lifetime!

http://www.souljournyoga.com/peru2022

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: $150 by March 15th. Use code RWANDAFUL at Checkout.

Join Souljourn Yoga founder Jordan Ashley, and myself for the adventure of a lifetime as we explore the rich and diverse country of Rwanda, the “land of a thousand hills.” We’ll experience a full cultural immersion on this 9 night/10 day journey, from a game drive in Akagera National Park to Golden Monkey Trekking, hiking in Volcanoes National Park, and enjoying the stunning beauty of Lake Kivu. We’ll also be diving into the local culture (visiting different markets and art galleries including a women's collective in Kigali) and even having a coffee workshop!

For our third year, we will be supporting the students of Komera whose aim is to build self-confident young women through education, community and sport. In Rwanda, “komera” means “be strong, have courage”. We’ll have the chance to spend the day with these strong young women and see first hand how your support can make a true impact. 

Join us for this life changing and magical experience! New York Times included Rwanda in their "52 Places to Visit 2018" article.

Come away with me this summer for a weekend getaway to southwest Michigan. We will unwind from the city energy, connect to the surrounding nature vibes, practice yoga and eat delicious vegetarian food.

The house sits on Moon Acres, 14 acres of wooded trails, open fields and sky. The house has a bonfire pit, organic gardens, a large family style dining table and lots of space to relax and connect. In season, there are pear, apple and mulberry trees, black raspberries, a 1.5-acre garden that we cook from, herbs, chickens, ducks and honey bees.

The owner, Clare, is our fabulous host who will cook us nourishing, local and seasonal meals and will guide us through a hike in the dunes.

On the land are 2 puppies, 5 barn cats, 10 ducks, 8 chickens, and bee hives.  

There are 4 bedrooms: 3 are doubles and 1 is a triple with shared bathrooms.

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On late Friday afternoon we will meet in Michigan for a sweet, flowing practice at 5pm, followed by our first delicious meal together. Feel free to arrive anytime after 3pm to settle in and explore the land.

Saturday, we will start off with an energizing yoga practice followed by a nourishing breakfast. The day really is yours to explore. An option for a guided hike, drive to Weko Beach (10 minutes), Silver Beach (20 minutes) to soak in the water of Lake Michigan, or explore the local town. We will gather up at Haymarket Tap Room for a tour and lunch (food and drinks included). As the day winds down, we will settle in for a more restorative yoga practice. Our final dinner followed by a bonfire with s’mores.

Sunday morning will be our final yoga practice in the oasis away from the city followed by a decadent brunch.

Departure at Noon.

What’s Included?

Clean, Zen-country accommodations

5 Curated Organic Meals

Tour, lunch and tasting at Haymarket Tap Room

4 Yoga Classes taught by me

Nightly bonfires with s’mores

Guided hike

Extras:

60-minute private intuitive Reiki session $150

Card Readings $35

*Aside from drinks at Haymarket Brewery, booze is not included so feel free to BYOB for the weekend!

DATES AND PRICE:

Friday August 9th to Sunday August 11th

$600 with a $100 non-refundable deposit to lock your spot.

Please e-mail me at alison.riazi@gmail.com for inquiries and to sign up! Space is limited!

In the occurrence of a cancellation within one month of the retreat, you will receive a 50% refund.

FYI: There are 2 dogs and one kitten within the house. The indoor animals are a part of Yoga House experience and are trained to be in service to people. The kitten does not go into the bedrooms and the house will be cleaned of any pet dander. The barn is a growing adventure and expecting new life to arrive all summer.

The house is in the woods and lives amongst Michigan’s wildlife. If you chose to hike the Dunes there is risk of ticks, bees and other bugs as well as poison ivy and sunburns. Long pants, shirts and socks for your hiking adventures is strongly recommended.

Join Souljourn Yoga  and Alma Retreats for a cinematic adventure to Morocco that re-imagines "spring break" to epic proportions.  Join myself and Jeanette Doherty for a magical 7 night/8 day carpet ride from city, to beach, and lastly, mountains, all while supporting Education For All Morocco, an organization that provides secondary education and boarding houses to Berber girls from the High Atlas Mountains who we will be meeting with. Upon arrival you will be whisked off to the coast to Essaouira where we will be laying out on the beach, stargazing, practicing yoga, and of course riding camels along the shore at Riad Rebali. Part two of our adventure is in Marrakesh, in the stunning Riad Zamzam in the oldest part of the city with a guided tour of the Medina, experience traditional Moroccan cuisine and feel the vibrancy of the city. The final part of our adventure will be in the picturesque High Atlas Mountains at Kasbah Du Toubkal where we will be hiking, going to the hammam, and meeting the girls from EFA. 

You are invited to join Angie Starz, Lauren Bellagamba, Alison Riazi and Claire Ridge for an incredible journey of inquiry and investigation!

🎇 This intensive style training was created out of necessity.  Over the years, we collectively saw the need for an in-depth exploration of Yoga and Mindfulness that was structured to support a curious student of life - someone who wanted more than they were getting from group classes, workshops or private sessions.  This year, we heeded the call to curate a training that did just that.  We are thrilled to invite you on a thoughtful, comprehensive and collaborative experience aptly called, The Journey Within - A Yoga + Mindfulness Intensive.

🎇 If you choose to accept this invitation you can expect to:

• Dive into an interactive exploration of the systems of Yoga + Mindfulness

• Discover tangible techniques and practices that will empower you to develop a sustainable home practice

• Rekindle your relationship with your Self in a safe space through deep practice and reflection

• Recharge your connection to peace and ease by learning how to better manage stress

• Peel back the layers of self doubt and fear that hold you back from practicing and living from your heart

• Awaken to your true potential as student and human being in body, mind and heart

Each session will begin with a full length practice incorporating Asana (physical postures), Pranayama (breathwork), Meditation, Mantra, Mudra and Mindfulness techniques.  We'll spend the rest of the day exploring the following topics through experiential learning (i.e NOT sitting in lecture, but rather engaging with the content in a meaningful way):

• Asana: posture dissection (including challenging shapes like arm balances and inversions), safe and sustainable alignment, physical anatomy + biomechanics

• Pranayama: breath exercises, energetic anatomy including the Koshas, Nadis and Chakras

• Meditation: interdisciplinary exploration of meditation including mindfulness meditation, yogic meditation, intuitive meditation

• Ayurveda: overview of Yoga's sister science that gives more insight into living life in accordance with your unique Dosha

• Mindful Living: eating, sleeping, self care and communication strategies for greater overall wellness

• Philosophy: interesting conversation about the ethos and philosophies of Yoga + Mindfulness

Souljourn Yoga invites you to explore 10 magical days with us in the Kingdom of Wonder to support the Ponheary Ly Foundation Girls’ Dormitory that houses, feeds and shelters 60 of the brightest and academically ambitious female students who are from districts in Siem Reap where no secondary education is provided. This amazing journey will ask you to give back to yourself by compassionately giving to others through volunteer teaching and having an open mind to fall in love with this amazing country where you can still feel and see the fragmentation post Khmer Rouge and Civil War.

Cambodia’s rich and intense history is only amplified by the perpetual kindness and perseverance of its people. From daily yoga to exploring the ancient ruins of Angkor Wat, getting lost in the textiles and food stalls of the glowing night market, and even laying poolside amidst the frangipani, this trip will crack your heart wide open from the inside out.  Led by Alison Riazi + Lisa Bermudez, and founder of Souljourn Yoga Foundation, Jordan Ashley, this trip promises be a once-in-a-lifetime experience.