Long Island
New Year Yoga Retreat 2023
WHEN
Saturday, January 14th 2023 | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
WHERE
Camp DeWolfe Retreat Center, Wading River, NY
EXPERIENCE THE WARMTH OF COMMUNITY
Many people crave the warmth of community during the cold and dark winter months. Join with the Darshana yogis for a special day of self care, peace and relaxation right here on Long Island. This event welcomes all level practitioners and is great for those who wish to get away without traveling far.
Enjoy yoga, meditation, mindfulness practices, sacred sound bath, vision board workshop, community, and much more. Camp DeWolfe retreat center is surrounded by the Long Island Sound and 26 acres of beautiful scenic trails. This beautiful and peaceful environment will provide a womb for a transformational experience.
Camp DeWolfe Driving Instructions
408 N Side Rd. Wading River NY
Via the Long Island Expressway (I-495):
-Take LIE Exit 68 to William Floyd Parkway (Highway 46) North
-Bear RIGHT at end of William Floyd Parkway onto Route 25A East.
-Continue on Route 25A.
-Turn LEFT at the light by the HESS Gas Station onto Wading River Manor Road.
-Bear LEFT at the end of the road onto North Country Road.
-Make a quick sharp RIGHT at the fire department onto North Wading River Road.
-Turn LEFT at the blue sign for Camp DeWolfe, onto North Side Road.
-Turn RIGHT at the sign for Camp DeWolfe.
From Riverhead:
-Take Route 25 West.
-Turn RIGHT onto Route 25A West at the Sunoco Gas Station.
-Continue on Route 25A.
-Turn RIGHT at the light by the HESS Gas Station onto Wading River Manor Road.
-Bear LEFT at the end of the road onto North Country Road.
-Make a sharp RIGHT at the fire department onto North Wading River Road.
-Turn LEFT at the blue sign for Camp DeWolfe, onto North Side Road.
-Turn RIGHT at the sign for Camp DeWolfe.
Retreat Schedule
Saturday, January 14th 2023
THIS RETREAT WILL INCLUDE:
Community
Being in the company of a supportive and loving community does wonders for the soul. Experience the warmth of the Darshana family.
Mindfulness
The theme of this renewal retreat weekend is to cultivate mindfulness in every step. All of the practices given are to cultivate one pointed focus of the mind, allowing for more clarity, peace and happiness.
Vegetarian Meals
Enjoy a delicious vegetarian meal prepared with love and awareness from one of our local facilities. Each meal will be individually wrapped for sanitary purposes. Please notify us of any food allergies 2 weeks in advance.
Chocolate Meditation
How often do you get a chance to fully enjoy your favorite snack? During this mindfulness meditation practice we will create a space of stillness and emptiness to welcome in the aroma and flavor of chocolate. One morsel at a time. It's delightful.
Gentle Morning Yoga
Step into your bliss and personal power during this transformative yoga flow. Experience the profound effects of gentle yoga postures mixed with movement and focused breathing. This special class will give a good foundation and support to walk through life with grace & ease.
Tarrot Cards
An intuitive tarot reading is a way to gain clarity, shift energies and expand possibilities. By connecting with angels and guides surrounding us, Barbara will channel the information needed to bring balance, peace and direction to your life.
Indoor Fire Ceremony
On the Friday evening before retreat, write down on (2) pieces of paper what you wish to release and what you would like to bring into your life that's new and good. We will use the indoor fireplace in DeW
Restorative Yoga
This style focuses on deeply resting and revitalizing the physical body by providing support and comfort. These poses help trigger the parasympathetic nervous system, which is vital for maintaining a balance in the body. Crystal bowl sound healing, Reiki and essential oils are also used to deepen the restoration experience.
Tea & Healthy Snacks
Enjoy coffee, hot herbal teas, hot chocolate with marshmallows, fresh fruits and healthy snacks between sessions.
Dharma Talk
Spiritual seekers wishing to listen, speak and assimilate truth are welcomed to Satsang. If you have an inner itch for something that cannot be scratched, then it most likely is your Inner Soul calling. Regina will be drawing from her 30 years plus of inner spiritual experience to reveal some of the ancient teachings of yoga and how they can be used to live a peaceful and happy life.
Vision Board Workshop
In this fun, interactive workshop, we will harness the power of music and imagery to clarify your goals and dreams and bring your visions to reality. Participants will create their own vision board using a collage of pictures and words as a powerful tool for manifestation. All supplies will be provided. Bring yourself and your vision.
Kirtan with Brahmaloka
Join Matthew & Katherine for an evening of mantra, prayer and kirtan. During this special event you will experience healing power of joining your voice with the mind, body and spirit. Find your voice and participate by singing along in call and response devotional singing and chanting. Sit, stand, dance or move mindfully to your inner rhythm.
Vision Board 2023 Workshop
with Nurse Practitioner Donna Brook
Saturday, January 14th 2-3:30pm
Are you ready to say goodbye to 2022 and cast a vision for the New Year?
In this fun, interactive workshop, we will harness the power of music and imagery to clarify your goals and dreams and bring your visions to reality. Participants will create their own vision board using a collage of pictures and words as a powerful tool for manifestation.
All supplies will be provided. Bring yourself and your vision.
Retreat Registration
(Pricing includes vegetarian meals)
Full Day Retreat Access
Includes one-day pass to the Winter Bliss Retreat including lunch.
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Meals will be vegetarian and made from locally grown vegetables. You will receive your own individually wrapped meal. Please let us know (2) weeks in advance if you have any specific food food allergies. Healthy snacks, hot chocolate with marshmallows, fruit, coffee & herbal teas will be available throughout the day next to the main room
9:00 am — 5:00 pm
(includes vegetarian meal)
A Day Of Bliss
Release... Renew... Restore...
Darshana's Long Island Yoga Retreats retreats offer an opportunity to unplug from the busyness of daily life. Create this time and space for yourself to get away, regroup, reflect, grow, learn and just be. You are worth it and the scenery and community are a perfect fit.
"This was such a lovely experience. I can't wait for the next one" ~Marie
Questions about our retreat? Contact Us!
CANCELLATION & REGISTRATION POLICIES
A 50% refund is available up until 30 days before the event. No refunds are available after that time. Please let us know 2 weeks in advance if you have any special dietary needs. We recommend attending the full program to get the best possible restoration experience however listen to your inner self and do what feels best for your life.