Orenda ; Idyllwild, CA
Orenda ; Idyllwild, CA 2024
Orenda is a mystical, supernatural force that the Iroquois people believe exists in all beings. Bestowed by nature, Orenda empowers us to effect change in our lives and the world.
Embark on this weekend adventure to the richly magical California Mountain town of Idyllwild under the Full Moon in Taurus. Through the modalities of aerial yoga, yoga asana, meditation, breath work, and sound healing we will dive into the depths of our psyche and uncover aspects of ourself unknown or forgotten.
This immersion is an opportunity to reset and develop tools for practice to aid in the seasonal shift toward winter, a dark and sometimes consuming time of the year. Our intention is that participants will joyfully drop in to the heart space and comfortably hold both the light and dark facets coexisting simultaneously within.
In each of us there exists a unique balance of light and dark. May we be guided by the playfulness of the whimsical fae to learn this unique dance, written on our bones and breath, and hold insight as a jewel of practice.
November 14th - November 18th
In order to create impactful and personal experiences, we cap the number of participants in each retreat to maintain an intimate setting. As these retreats are in high demand and tend to fill up quickly, we encourage you to submit your application promptly to secure your spot.
हरि ॐ
Honor all parts of your Self
Drop in
At Orenda, all of our practice sessions will be geared toward an inward reflection. Autumn’s season is a time that encourages a deepening into the inner spaces of meditation, stillness, and self reflection with the ever darkening sky. Dropping in is an art of yielding to what is presently true, being a supple and flexible vessel, and holding that truth with an open heart.
Express Your full Self
Self with a capitol “S”, we fully intend for you to recognize when you are operating from the limited self and when you are fully embodied. While exploring the depths of your own being there may be a spiritual churning that draws up parts of yourself that have otherwise been forgotten. Instead of pushing these traits away, we intend to full embrace them and provide a home for them in present moment awareness.
Be Inspired
While in the whimsical and fantastical Faerie Cabin, among magical new friends, cradled by the ancient forest cared for by the Cahuilla peoples our hope is that you will be reminded of your own intensively creative power and ancient wisdom that is your birthright. Written on your bones and breath is a truth waiting to be sung. How do you wish to move in this world? What change needs to happen to move in this direction?
Strengthen Your Vessel
Through heart-led, heat building “tapas” practices, meditations, and spiritually minded conversations your physical and energetic body will be strengthened to hold your inner power and shadow aspects. We will pull teachings and techniques from Non-dual Shaiva Tantra, an ancient practice which connects you to your innate divinity and inspires expression of your essence nature from that deeply rooted place.
Honor your Light
Honor your Dark
Honor your Light Honor your Dark
In this 4 day 4 night yoga and meditation reset we will be connecting to the mystical wisdom of the Dakini, the sky dwellers. Learn to dance in the play of light and dark
Celebrate the Full Moon
Itinerary
Thursday, November 14th
5pm Arrival
6.30pm Opening Ceremony
7.30pm Dinner
8.45pm Evening Practice
Friday, November 15th
7 am Yoga, Pranayama, and Meditation
10am Breakfast & Juice Bar
11.30 Aerial Yoga and Idyllwild Adventure
2.30pm Lunch
4pm Group Workshop
5.30pm Sauna, Hot Tub, Bonfire
7pm Dinner
8.30 Full Moon Evening Practice
Saturday, November 16th
7am Yoga, Pranayama, and Meditation
10am Breakfast & Juice Bar
11.30am Mountain Hike
2pm Lunch
4pm Group Workshop
5.30pm Sauna, Hot Tub, Bonfire
7pm Dinner
8.30pm Evening Practice
Sunday, November 17th
7am Yoga, Pranayama, and Meditation
10am Breakfast & Juice Bar
11.30am Aerial Yoga and Idyllwild Adventure
2.30pm Lunch
4pm Group Workshop
5.30pm Sauna, Hot Tub, Bonfire
7pm Dinner
8.30 Closing Ceremony
Monday, November 18th
8am Grab & Go Breakfast Buffet & Departure
*** Itinerary subject to change as needed
Pricing starting at $1555
$222 Early Bird Discount until August 31, 2024
*Pricing subject to room availability and add ons
What’s Included
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Explore all the nooks and crannies of this magical faerie home and get inspired by the creativity of human fused with fae. Complete with hot tub, dance pole, wood sauna, and library this idyllic forest setting is calling.
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Each day we will devote time to our spiritual practice, built stronger alongside sangha (spiritual community). Increase your tapas (spiritual fire) in this supportive container of exploration. Offsite aerial yoga classes will be offered twice by Olivia and Caroline
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Everyday we will hold unique, optional, workshops where you can explore your creativity, learn more about the local culture, as well as ancient yogic and tantric practices.
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This retreat is an opportunity to reset fully so we will be serving simple Ayurvedic meals. These meals will be vegetarian and mostly gluten free. They will be healthy and easily digestible, with no vegetable oils or added sugar.
Coffee, tea, and fresh juice also provided.
If you have dietary restrictions please let us know how we can best serve you!
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Your stay is included in this retreat ticket. Discounted rates are available for friends and family that want to share a bed!
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Faerie Shoot Add On
Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of Idyllwild with a personalized yoga retreat photoshoot. Maddy will capture your vision amidst nature’s peaceful backdrop or within the majestic space of our Faerie Cabin! This package includes 25 professionally edited photos that highlight your poses, energy, and the retreat's stunning environment, perfect for showcasing your experience and wellness journey and embodying the full expression of your creative essence.
Pricing
$160 / 30-minute session / 25 High Res Images
HAUS.OV.MAD
Reconnect to the inner mystic
“In the midst of winter, I found there was, within me, an invincible summer”
— Albert Camus
Enrollment Deadlines
To qualify for the Early Bird deal please reach out to us prior to August 31st, 2024. Your Deposit is due by this day to secure your discount.
Application Deadlines for our retreat end on November 1st, 2024. Please connect with the button below to apply for a phone call with us.
We can’t wait to see you in Idyllwild!
