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Costa Rica Yoga Retreat
Written By: Jenny King | Issue: 2016/12 - December
Mary Abranyi of Cashiers Valley Fusion and Ashby Underwood of Yoga Highlands are hosting a winter yoga retreat in Costa Rica, January 28 through February 2.
It’s already full. However, due to the popularity of the event, Abranyi and Underwood are planning to offer future retreats and invite you to let them know of your interest.
Why a yoga retreat? There are many reasons and all are important for a holistic approach to self-care. One of the joys of a yoga practice is its portability — you can do yoga just about anywhere you choose. On a yoga retreat, you can step outside your normal box, your normal routine, and experience a deeper understanding of yourself and your surroundings. It is an opportunity to connect with nature and feel the energy of a different culture.
Perhaps one of the most significant benefits of yoga and a retreat is the time spent away from the digital demands on your time and energy. It’s a time to relax, de-stress, and slow down. When you choose to practice yoga in a new environment, you become more attuned to where you are and how it affects you. After returning home, you can bring that awareness into your everyday practice.
Abranyi and Underwood, while having different styles of teaching, respect and honor each other’s path. Both studios offer their students highly qualified and well-trained teachers, even sharing some teachers between Yoga Highlands and Cashiers Valley Fusion.
As Mary says, “It’s been really great collaborating with Ashby. While we’re very different, we’re very similar in respect to what we expect our students to receive.”
If you’ve never taken a yoga class before and are feeling a bit intimidated by the idea, you’re encouraged to start slowly and ask questions of the teachers. If you’re not ready for a group class, private lessons are also available at both studios.
This winter, invest in yourself and try yoga. The benefits are as diverse as the yogis and you’re never too young or too old to benefit. For more information on upcoming events and a full schedule of classes, visit them online or call today — YogaHighlands.com and (828) 526-8880; CashiersValleyFusion.com and (828) 743-9000.
