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Q. Do I have to participate in all the activities on the retreat?

A. There is a wonderful schedule of activities (daily yoga classes, workshops, excursions, and more) we encourage to attend all Yoga classes and you are welcome to do as much or as little as you like!  We honor whatever level of participation our attendees choose to take part in.

Q. What is not included in the cost of the yoga retreats?

1. A. Unless otherwise stated transportation is not included (Flights, taxis, trains, etc to retreat destination).
   

2. •On most  retreats all or some or all meals are included in the cost of the retreat - please check retreat info for details.
   

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Q. What style of Yoga will be taught at the retreat?

A. The style of Hatha yoga taught is a fusion of Vinyasa (Flow), Iyengar, Forrest Yoga, and some elements of Ashtanga, and daily classes are tailored based on the needs individual students and of the group. Also, since each class always has two teachers at once you will have one-on-one attention from a experienced teacher -bringing you into and out of the poses based on your level and body type.

Q. I am new to Yoga, is this retreat for me?

A. Yes!  This will be a great opportunity to learn about yoga, whether you are new to it, or more experienced.  In our retreats we always have students of ALL levels- from complete beginners to the more advanced. Regardless of what level you're at, the class always has a feeling of being tailored for you, as there will always be 2 teachers in every class!

17. Q.What is Forrest Yoga?
    

A. Developed by Ana Forrest, this is a form of yoga specifically created for the Western body—that is, the tight necks, shoulders and hips we get from sitting in chairs, hunching over computers and cradling the phone all day. “In traditional yoga, you tend to look up at the ceiling, which puts more stress on the neck,” says Ana Forrest. For example, in poses like triangle—which traditionally requires the neck to twist up to the sky while the rest of the body faces the opposite direction—the head hangs toward the floor.

What to expect: Forrest yoga may be designed for a western lifestyle, but it’s not a walk in the park. You’ll focus on foot stability and poses like dolphin (a more difficult downward dog with forearms flat on the floor), which help develop a strong core (another weak spot for most of us).

Good for practically everyone. In fact, Ana Forrest says many practitioners of Forrest yoga are actually esteemed Yoga teachers or students who come to Forrest yoga looking to heal injuries from other types of yoga.

17. Q.Are all instructors, massage therapists & physicians certified?
    

A. Yes, all Yoga instructors, physicians and massage practitioners and body workers are highly trained and certified and have studied with the top schools or teachers in their fields. Click Here to read Bios