Instructor: Annie Carpenter
In Person in Big Sur, California at the Esalen Institute
This module will give you 10 hours towards your Advanced SmartFlow 300-hours, or Yoga Alliance and AYC CEUs.
Evolving the Inner Witness: Yoga Practices to Open the Window to the Self
In the midst of darkness, light persists. — Mahatma Gandhi
The practice of yoga takes each of us on an interiorizing journey. Step by step we move from the outer and reactive body-mind towards the inner witnessing light of the Self. Here, we observe without judging or running away from sensations, thoughts or memories. The result is active, patient Presencing, which informs all we do and all we are.
Join Annie Carpenter at the renowned Esalen Institute for an immersive weekend yoga workshop. Located on the dramatic cliffs of Big Sur, Esalen provides the perfect setting for deep personal transformation and exploration of your yoga practice.
Come for a weekend of deep, intelligent yoga surrounded by the natural beauty found at Esalen. Each practice will be a potent mix of essential alignment: body to breath, breath to energy and energy to Self. Each practitioner will be gently guided and adjusted to their own personal edge — the place where we are able to see, know, and be our truest selves. Our yoga will be strong, but infinitely adaptable to everyone’s current needs and abilities. Yoga’s strength is measured in one’s ability to stay focused and present.
Esalen Institue, Big Sur, CA | www.esalen.org
What You'll Explore
Deepen your personal practice in a transformative setting
Explore movement principles in nature's magnificent backdrop
Refine your teaching methodology and approach
Integrate body, breath, and presence
Connect with a community of dedicated yoga practitioners
Workshop Overview
Each practice will be a balance of breathwork, active and restorative asana, and meditation, blended together for a clear theme to release old patterns and awaken us to what is — like cleaning the windows to let the sunlight shine in.
Daily Schedule
Arrival & Departure
As a registered guest, you are welcome on campus any time after 2:00 pm on your arrival day. Room keys are available at 4:00 pm. On departure day, please remove belongings from your room by 10:00 am or before your final workshop session, then feel free to stay for lunch and enjoy the grounds until 2:00 pm.
Meals
All meals are served buffet-style in the Lodge.
Breakfast: 8:30 am – 9:45 am
Lunch: 12:30 pm – 1:45 pm
Dinner: 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Workshop hours
Friday
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm *How to Drop into Esalen*
7:15 pm – 9:30 pm
Saturday
10:00 am – 1:00 pm
3:15 pm – 6:15 pm
Sunday
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Who Should Attend
For yoga teachers and dedicated students seeking an immersive weekend experience in a renowned wellness retreat setting.
What's Included
3-day workshop instruction with Annie Carpenter
Lodging at Esalen Institute
Meals (vegetarian, farm-to-table) | Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Coffee, tea, snacks
Access to the hot springs, wellness facilities and other Campus Features
Classes on the Open Schedule
What's Extra
Healing Arts sessions including Esalen Massage or Holistic Services
Hand-crafted specialty coffee and tea or alcohol purchases from the bar
Bookstore purchases
Enhance Your Experience
Massage & Holistic Services
Return to a more natural state of balance and facilitate healing for your body, mind, and spirit.
Esalen offers a wide range of healing arts services for workshop guests, Self-Guided participants, and day pass visitors, including Esalen® Massage, craniosacral therapy, coaching and Gestalt sessions, astrology readings, private forest baths, herbal clearing rituals, and much more.
After reserving your stay at Esalen, we recommend booking your appointments at least three weeks in advance, as our sessions tend to sell out.
Accommodations & Pricing
*Note: not all room types may be available for this workshop. Once you begin the registration process, you will see current availability and make your selection.
Prices include workshop, additional tuition (if any), lodging, meals, open classes, and 24/hour use of campus amenities.
Please view Esalen Booking link to view images and details of the lodging amenities. Prices range from $560 - $5,000, with options for shared and private sleeping arrangements.
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