June 10, 2023

Paddle, Reflect, and Flow Day Retreat

Looking for a great way to start the summer season?

Join us for a day-long retreat focused around the water, sun, and yourself!

The session will run roughly from 8am to 4pm and everything will be curated for you! Just bring a towel, a change of clothes, some sunscreen, and yourself and we’ll take care of the rest!

Activities Include:

Beach yoga warm-up

SUP yoga on the Shark River

Picnic lunch

Meditative walk

Reflective journaling

Yin yoga and sound bath

Hosted by Michele Dougard from Salt and Sun Yoga, Jennifer Eisenman from the Radiant Heart Collective, and Kiki Fisher, a local lifeguard, and yoga teacher.

September 16-19, 2022

Hudson Valley Pilates, and Yoga Retreat

The mountains are calling and I must go.

– John Muir

Michele Dougard and Danielle Connor have been talking about retreats together for a very long time. Now that they have partnered on this venture, you are in for an amazing experience! This location was chosen because it truly is magical. The access you will have directly to nature by way of waterfalls, mountain hikes, swimming holes, and local vineyards will immerse you into this incredible environment and make you never want to leave!

This carefully curated retreat to the Hudson Valley will provide you with the break and relaxation you’ve been looking for! 

The Hudson Valley

Designated as a National Heritage Area, the valley is steeped in history, natural beauty, culture, and a burgeoning food and farmer’s market scene. Among many attributes, it’s the oldest wine-producing area in the country, and the magnificent scenery inspired artists whose works became the Hudson River School of Painters.

Lonely Planet describes the Hudson River Valley as “a real city break, with leafy drives, wineries, and plenty of farm-to-table foodie options.” National Geographic Traveler named the Hudson Valley one of the top 20 must-see destinations in the world. 

The Lodge

The Awosting Club is a private wilderness reserve dedicated to preserving the natural and scenic resources of the Shawangunk Ridge while continuing its half-century commitment to its conservation and education-based community. The lodge was once a Girl Scout retreat and has since been updated to accommodate groups like ours. Please note that the accommodations are comfortable but rustic and should be taken into consideration when choosing what room you want to stay in.

Activities

Yoga! Pilates! Wine! Hikes! Picnics! The retreat is designed for you to connect with nature in whatever way that speaks to you. The lodge is situated against a National Park, providing many hiking trails not only on the property but into the park as well. There are also several waterfalls you can easily get to as well as swimming holes and the natural swimming pool right behind the lodge. Our outing to practice yoga on the vineyard followed by a picnic lunch is not to be missed as the peaceful quiet before the winery opens makes for an incredible start to the day. 

Expect 2 yoga/ pilates classes a day (including vinyasa, Yin and Restore), sweet community gatherings, stargazing and fire pits under the pristine mountain skyscape, and 3 delicious and healthy meals daily, along with free time to relax, read, journal, unwind, and explore nature. With all these options, connecting back to Mother Nature will only amplify and enliven this retreat experience back to your heart.

All of our activities will be COVID19 safe, with outdoor practice areas. This retreat center is dripping in divinity and will provide you with the SPACE to feel into your heart and release what is no longer serving you. 

What’s included:

Accommodation of your choosing

Yoga on the vineyard and wine tasting

3 healthy and nutritious meals a day

2 yoga/pilates  Classes a day led by Michele and Danielle, which will include styles of yoga such as vinyasa flow, Yin Flow, Restorative and Yin as well as neuro-pilates, a style created by Danielle herself.

Guided Yoga/ Mindful Hikes through pristine forest trails.

Free time to connect with nature and YOURSELF with the medicine of the mountains!

Creative Mala making for use during yoga hikes and meditations

And, most importantly, new friends and memories to last a lifetime!

What’s Not Included

• Transportation from home to lodge and back
• Personal toiletries
• Gratuity
• Any additional drinks at the winery

INVESTMENT for your full 3-night / 4-days of natural mountain bliss!

$1600 – private room with Queen Size bed (SOLD)

$1400 each Queen size bed in a shared room 

$1200 each for Twin bed in a shared room

$1600 each for a Geo Dome – queen bed – can sleep 2
(Please note that the Geo domes are not attached to the lodge and do not have running water)

For additional information or to book, please Contact Danielle Connor

(908) 251-5081 or dconner1975@gmail.com or

Michele Dougard – 973-202-0914 or michele@saltandsunyoga.com

*Note: $250 deposit is required at time of registration. Full payment is requested by August 1.

Cancellation Policy:

Deposits are non-refundable. 30 days prior to your trip, full payment is non-refundable.

All cancellations and refund requests must be made in writing to Pilates Design Studio or Salt and Sun Yoga. No verbal refund requests will be honored. If written cancellation is received more than 90 days prior to departure, a full refund will be made less your $250 p/p Deposit. Deposits are non-refundable. Refunds of final payment (not including deposit) for written cancellations received after that date are described as follows: 45 – 30 days prior to departure 50% refund. 30-0 days, final payment is non-refundable. No refunds will be made after the commencement of the retreat. In addition, no refunds will be made for early termination or voluntary absence from the retreat or for any other unused services. Any requests for refunds must be submitted in writing within 30 days of termination of the retreat. No refund requests will be honored after that date. Please allow eight weeks for the administration of refunds. In some cases, penalties in addition to those described above may apply.

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Covid Policy:

**In order for us to be able to host this retreat we can not offer any refunds for Covid-related cancellations outside of our normal cancellation policy. In the event you need to cancel, we will do our best to find a replacement for your space. In the case we find someone to fill your spot, we will refund you fully less any processing fees. You may also find someone to pass on and take your space as well.