Join us on October 19th, 2024 for an invigorating day of yoga, meditation, journalling, breathwork & relaxation. The retreat will be guided by Nina, founder of Le Studio, and Martin Bilodeau.
What Awaits You
With Nina, you can expect meditation, chanting, music, challenging / creative sequences, hands-on assists, and a relaxing massage during savasana. She will answer any questions you may have after practice.
Nina has been a yoga practitioner for the past 15 years and a teacher for 12 years. Ever since the age of seventeen, Nina has felt called to help people embody their full potential. Combining over 1000h of trainings and twelve years of teaching experience, Nina’s classes are transformative and empowering. Her way of teaching will challenge you physically as much as mentally and spiritually.
Martin will teach a workshop in the afternoon consisting of meditation, yoga nidra, and breathwork. Yoga Nidra is practiced lying down, and is based on entry into altered states where the body is consciously asleep but awareness is present. The yoga nidra portion on the class will be accompanied by sound healing. Sound Healing is a powerful therapy that combines different healing sounds, music, and sound healing instruments to improve our multidimensional well-being. Said, Martin’s partner, will be guiding the sound healing.
We will start the day with a ceremonial cacao ceremony before the first yoga practice. There will be free time after lunch where you can enjoy the sauna followed by an optional cold plunge in the lake. You can also immerse yourself in nature as you walk in the quiet paths of the area, journal as you relax by the fire, or continue the thermal experience with access to sauna, steam shower, and jacuzzi.
More Informations
LOCATION
The retreat will take place at Studio Sanctuary, surrounded by beautiful and soothing nature.
The Studio is located on the shores of Lake Memphremagog, at 2309 Chem. de la Pointe-Drummond, Magog, Quebec.
FOOD
A healthy meal and snacks will be served during the day.
Please inform us of any allergy during checkout.
WHAT TO BRING
Please bring a water bottle, a journal & a pen, two pairs of yoga clothes, a bathing suit & a towel.
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
9am : Opening circle & Cacao ceremony
10-11:30am : Jivamukti inspired Yoga class with Nina. You can expect a brief intro on the philosophy of yoga followed by a powerful flow with meditation, breath work, chanting, a challenging practice (accessible to all) with hands on assists and massage during savasana.
11:30-12pm : Q&A about any questions students may have about postures or yoga philosophy
12pm : Lunch
1pm : Sauna & Cold plunge in the lake (optional)
1:30pm-2:30pm : Free time & Relaxation
2:30-4pm : Meditation, Yoga Nidra, and Breathwork. You can expect a brief intro followed by a deep release / stretch through floor postures held for 3-5 minutes with yoga props for support.
4-4:30pm : Q&A Workshop style about any questions students may have about the practice
4:30-5:30pm : Bonfire ritual & Closing circle
ACCOMODATIONS
If you wish to stay in Magog Saturday evening or for the weekend, we recommend the following hotels or finding a cozy Airbnb.
Our Instructors
Martin Bilodeau
Collaborator
Martin Bilodeau is one of the new faces of meditation and modern Buddhism.
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Nina Dubeau
Founder
Nina has been practicing yoga for 16 years and teaching for 12 years in addition to being a fitness enthusiast.
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Much More Than Just Yoga
Providing a space for exchange in a supportive environment, Studio Sanctuary is a haven of rejuvenation where you can rediscover your inner peace.