Maine YogaFest 2019

For most of us the idea of surrender as a virtue may seem unfamiliar. What does the word ‘surrender’ conjure up for you? In a society where we idealize control, surrender is synonymous with defeat. We must sink into the wisdom of letting go and allow ourselves to experience surrender. In yogic philosophy, this concept is called Ishvara Pranidhana. It is listed as the last of the five niyamas in the Yoga Sutras- or the five observances for a healthy and liberated life.

Take yourself on a mini-retreat to clear your mind and melt away stress and tension during this fusion of restorative yoga, abhyanga (Ayurvedic self-massage), aromatherapy, and the therapeutic vibration of sacred Tibetan Singing Bowls. Settle in as you wind down from your festival experience and prepare to be supported with gentle guidance with bolstered postures. This workshop is appropriate for all skill levels- even those working with movement limitations. Join us to move, breathe, and allow yourself to surrender to the flow of life.