Join us for a farewell to the “Yoga in the Vines” summer series, with a Special fundraiser for the LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA program

Embrace the tranquil surroundings of Filkin's Vineyard with a yoga sequence led by InnerJasmine Yoga's Katya Nayar. Wine tasting to follow concluding with “catch the sunset portraits.”

In partnership with the LIVESTRONG Foundation, the YMCA developed a small group 12-week cancer survivorship program for those who are living with, through or beyond cancer. Currently 791 YMCA locations have LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA programs with 400 communities involved and 76,952 people served! All of this is possible because of generous people like YOU supporting these programs.

- This is an ALL levels class, incorporating gentle mobility and lots of FUN! So, even if its your first class you are absolutely welcome!

- There is a non-alcoholic option: an INCREDIBLE sangria!

- There are indoor options depending on weather

- ...and Filkins has started releasing their own label wines!

You have 4 options to choose from and many more to taste!

Investment:

Suggested Donation for Yoga: $35, all proceeds go to LIVESTRONG®

You can also chose to donate, if you are unable to attend.

You can come and skip the yoga and go straight to the tasitng :)

10% of Filkins profits will be donated!

108 appears in countless different interpretations and contexts to explain how the universe works. From different mathematics, astronomy, religious rites, spiritual practices, medicine and architecture the number 108 repeats regularly. It is also probably the number that holds the most significance for yoga and meditation practitioners.

In regards to our yoga practice, 1 is said to represent the focus on one thing, 0 is for having zero senses when leaving your mat (withdrawal of senses), and 8 stands for uniting with the flow of infinity.

Yogis traditionally do 108 sun salutations on solstices and equinoxes in order to express their gratitude to the practice and an example of “Taps” or self discipline.

Sun Salutation, or Surya Namaskar, are a way of showing gratitude for our lives. Namaskar means “to bow to” or “to adore”.

The Sun Salutation sequence is designed to create “tapas” or inner heat that cleanses the body. And the “mandala” or circular pattern of the poses brings us into a state of focused moving meditation. The inner heat and focused moving meditation enables us to peel away unnecessary layers of thought, emotions or physical baggage. As we let go of these layers, we allow our full potential and highest ideals to emerge.

In Sun Salutations, your breath is your guide that links one pose to the next. Breath takes you in and out of each pose. When we practice Surya Namaskar with focus on breath, we are able to use our exhale to let go, releasing those things that no longer serve us; and then inhale new ways of being that will nurture us.

An opportunity for the Ladies of Ukrainian Nationality and Decent to get together! To breath, to move, to enjoy each others company.

Surrounded by the beautiful fall colors, fresh air, and an easy walk to the lake, Katya Nayar of InnerJasmine Yoga invites you to spend a memorable weekend retreat to celebrate all things Nourishment. With the 8 limbs of Yoga being used as the perfect backdrop for practice and conversation you will be in great company with other to discover and explore different yogic experiences that replenish the mind, body and soul!

Located in beautiful Grand Beach, Michigan, the Neighborhood Hotel offers the “ideal blend of rustic cabin meets ethereal luxury.” Cottages, double and single rooms are available to relax and rejuvenate during your entire stay. Add to these accommodations the sounds of nature, the aromas of fresh coffee or hot chocolate, the taste of savory meals, and the warmth of bonfire gatherings, and only the best of times is waiting to be had celebrating this season to its fullest.

For 3 days and 2 nights, a mere 90-minute drive from the Chicago Suburbs will transport you to the perfect place to replenish good energy, feel the connection to nature's bounty of fall, and harvest true nourishment for yourself and with each other.

More about the Neighborhood Hotel in Grand Beach

We are excited to host this retreat with one of our newest destination partners, the Neighborhood Hotel in Grand Beach, MI! The common spaces are campy-hip with warm touches that even smell good (think wood paneled walls, aromatic pine trees, smoky embers). Grand Beach was designed as a resort community way back in the day and the stately white gates have welcomed visitors since the early 1900’s. Hosting our Haven Harvest Fall Yoga Retreat at the Neighborhood Hotel serves as the canvas for our group’s connection, growth, and unforgettable memories sin the heart of the Midwest.

More about Katya Nayar & InnerJasmine Yoga

Katya Nayar, E-RYT 500, YCEP, RYS - Yoga for Cancer Patients (MSK)

Katya Nayar has been practicing and teaching yoga for over 20 years. She has hosted Midwest destination yoga retreats for a number of years to provide immersive and fun yogic experiences with a stronger connection to nature while removed from the infamous daily grind. Katya owns InnerJasmine Yoga with her husband Ramon, in Hinsdle Illinois. InnerJasmine's mission is to provide the most authentic, llife stage yogic experieces for all roooted in Mindfulness, Movement, Nourishment and Rest. Katya aims fo reveryone to feel welcomed and supported in their respecctive yogic journeys with offerings including tailored private sessions, group classes, weekend retreats and special events. In addition to her unique Yoga for the Cancer Patient credentials, Katya and Ramon both sponsor several cancer support progrmas in different communities in the Midwest.