UPCOMING WORKSHOPS
MANTRA + MEDITATION (YOGA NIDRA)
TESSA'S ZEN DEN, VANCOUVER
NEW DATE TO BE CONFIRMED | 2:00-3:30 PM | COST $35
DUE TO COVID-19 WE WILL RESCHEDULE THIS EVENT -- PLEASE CHECK BACK
If you're ready to dive deeper and beyond the physical realm of yoga, the practice of Mantra Jappa (chanting in repetition) is a great event to join. We will learn to chant the Gayatri Mantra, a call to healing the Self and thereby the world at large. In conjunction with a guided laying down meditation, otherwise known as Yoga Nidra, or "the sleep of awakening".
WHAT TO EXPECT:
- MEET & GREET
- BRIEF OVERVIEW OF MANTRA
- GAYATRI MANTRA
- YOGA NIDRA PRACTICE
- TIME TO JOURNAL, REFLECT & SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCE
200 HR Yoga Teacher Training
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Radically Loved 200-Hour Teacher Training Begins Fall 2020
This foundational program will advance your practice, acquaint you with the many layers of yoga, build your confidence and help you find your voice.
Join Kristina and Tessa for a free info session to see if this yoga training is a fit for you! We will give an overview of the program curriculum, explore the benefits of doing this training and answer all of your questions.
This session is highly recommended for both students considering a teacher training as well as serious students of yoga who are curious as to what taking a teacher training involves and how it can take their yoga practice to the next level!
We will do a short practice before the info session and Q&A. Space is limited, sign up early!
The next training is a 9 weekend format and begins October 9th, 2020 through February 21st, 2021!
FREE INFO SESSIONS
Interested? Join one of our two free information sessions @ Imagine Yoga Studio. Let us know which Saturday you're coming!
- 5/30 from 12-1:30PM
- 8/1 from 12-1:30PM
From MINDBODY click the Events & Workshops tab. From there scroll down to find the date you'd like to attend!
3 SPOTS : Yin & Yang Yoga Retreat to Mexico
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DETAILS NEW DATES 2021 MAY 1-8
Led by Tessa Tovar & Aaron Goodman
Join us for a week long time of fellowship, meditation, and practice. Time is split between taking part in classes while having time to yourself in a safe, calm environment.
2019 WINTER RETREAT
CULINARY IMMERSION EXPERIENCE RETREAT
Join me next time! Be the first to know of future events EMAIL ME: tessa@tessatovar.com -- Heaven and Earth Retreat Center in Banks, OR. (JUST 30MIN West of Portland, OR.) for a unique culinary experience. OFF THE GRID BUT NOT FAR.
WHEN: Friday, December 6 - Sunday, December 8, 2019
WHAT TO EXPECT:
- FULL WEEKEND IMMERSION WITH NEW + FAMILIAR FRIENDS
- RESTORAYOGA CLASS
- 3-4 COOKING CLASSES
- HEALTH + NUTRITION LECTURES **focus on food preparation for optimal digestion and nutrition absorption**
- RECIPE BOOKLET TO TAKE HOME + KEEP FOREVER!
- NOURISHING MEALS FOR BODY, MIND, SOUL
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES ONSITE
- HOT TUB
- NATURE BATHING + OUTDOOR LABYRINTH WALKS
- MEDITATION SPACE
- TIME + SPACE TO READ + RELAX + JOURNAL
MALA MAKING & MANTRA
SUNDAY, May 19th | 1:00-4:00PM | COST $65
Have you ever wanted to make your own Mala & learn how to use it? That's what our May workshop is all about! You'll be provided with ALL of the supplies & by the end of the day you'll have poured your love & energy into your very own Mala. This is all about cultivating your own magic (even when life feels mundane).
THIS WORKSHOP INCLUDES:
- Mala Making Supplies
- Mahamrityanjaya Mantra (chant for healing)
- Meditation, Mantra, and learning how to use your very own HANDMADE MALA!
AYURVEDA: WHAT'S YOUR DOSHA?
SATURDAY, APRIL 27th | 1:00-3:30PM | COST: $40
In this 2.5HR workshop we will learn about the sister science of yoga; Ayurveda! It means the science or study of life. India's ancient health care system allows us to get to know our individual constitution (Dosha in Sanskrit). Learn to live in harmony with your unique constitution and practice the art of balance with the rhythm of the seasons! This workshop is for you if you are ready to take control of your overall health and well-being.
THIS WORKSHOP INCLUDES:
- Free Dosha Quiz - Discover your Dosha (constitution)
- Recipe ideas tailored to your individual Dosha
- Personalize your Asana practice for your Dosha
- Seasonal Dosha practice to ease the transition toward Spring - YES - each season has its own Dosha too!
DECODING THE MYSTERY OF TANTRA
SATURDAY, MARCH 9th | 1:00-4:00PM | COST: $40
Tantra became popularized as a branch of yoga in India around the 5th and 6th century A.D. Despite its harbinger as a sexual practice its roots and ritual run deep to the core of yoga and means to expand beyond limits. In this 3 HR workshop we will explore the history and the purpose behind Tantra. We will learn about the core elements of Tantra. We will have a Tantra based asana practice, which I think you'll find surprisingly familiar and accessible. We will learn to chant the Gayatri Mantra which is foundational to the lineage. We will sit in circle learn, and share with one another. This workshop is for you if you have an interest, inkling, nudge, or curiosity to learn more about Tantra. Whether you have no prior knowledge or have read some on the subject; this workshop is for all levels of learning, ages, and physical ability.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
- Arrive / Settle / Meet / Greet
- History & Purpose of Tantra
- Asana Physical Postures in Practice
- Mantra / Meditation
- Group Share / Lessons Learned
UNDERSTANDING THE CHAKRA SYSTEM
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2nd | 1:00-4:00PM | COST: $40
The Chakra system is an integral part of the Yoga System descending from the lineage of Tantra. In this 3 HR workshop we will explore the history and the purpose behind why we study and seek to understand the Chakras. We will then learn about the major Chakras of the body and their associated location, colors, sounds, and meanings. We will have an asana practice that allows the body, mind, and soul integration of this system. We will learn to chant the Bija (seed sound) of each major Chakra. We will sit in circle learn, and share with one another. This workshop is for you if you have an interest, inkling, nudge, or curiosity to learn more about the Chakras. Whether you have no prior knowledge or have read some, or even attended a Chakra workshop or yoga Asana class, this workshop is for all levels of learning, ages, and physical ability.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
- Arrive / Settle / Meet / Greet
- History & Purpose of Chakra Study
- Asana Physical Postures in Practice
- Mantra / Meditation
- Group Share / Lessons Learned