Yoga & Yin Practices:
Join Us for a Rejuvinating Weekend Retreat
October 6-9, 2023 | Catskills | New York
An exclusive get away with Bibi & Alex for a 3 night / 4 day Ashtanga yoga, Yin practices, chanting and vegan food retreat at a historic home in the Catskills, near beautiful Sam's Point Preserve & Minnewaska State Park hiking trails. Dedicated to a small group of participants seeking to deepen their practice and receive lots of individualized attention.
Retreat Details
What's Included
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4 Days, 3 Nights of Accommodation
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4 Days of Yoga Practice
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2 Days Yin Practices Workshop
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2 Days Chanting & Meditation
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Vegan Meals Prepared by Christina Gdisis
* Most ingredients will be organic and/or locally purchased • All recipes are vegan/plant based • Coffee, tea and snacks will be available throughout the retreat.
The Villa
"Return to the genuine and authentic Ibiza hippy chic style. A heaven of peace in a bustling island. Facing the islands of Conejera on the West coast of Ibiza, on top of a green forest of pine trees, this charming villa enjoys stunning uninterrupted sea views and sunset all year. Located in Cala Salada, walking distance to the charming beaches of Cala Salada, and to the flat stones of Punta Galera where you can enjoy the best sunset spot of the island. Enjoy the real Ibiza."
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Room details:
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- All rooms have a window with view.
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- One room shares entrance with other two rooms.
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- Double rooms offer two twin beds that can be configured as separate beds or as a double bed fitted with a topper. Can be reserved for Single or Shared use.
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- All rooms (except the private suite room) have a separate, shared bath with one other room.
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TRIPLE ROOM OPTION: One room has the option of one double bed and one twin bed or three twin beds.
The House
A 9-bedroom / 4 bathroom historic art-filled home situated on four acres in the Catskills. Located near beautiful Sam's Point Preserve & Minnewaska State Park hiking trails
Room Details:
We offer 9 rooms with shared bathrooms, sleeping a total of 12:
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First Floor:
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Room 1: Shared (2 beds: 1 full, one twin)
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Room 2: single or shared (1 full size bed)
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Room 3: single or shared (1 full size bed)
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Two shared bathrooms
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Second Floor:
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Room 9: single or shared (1 full size bed)
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Room 10: single or shared (1 full size bed)
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Room 11: single or shared (1 full size bed)
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Room 12: single or shared (1 full size bed)
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One shared bathroom
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Private Chef: Christina Gdisis
At the heart of my cooking philosophy is kindness and compassion, which is why all of my food is made using only plant-based ingredients.
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My menus are inspired by the traditional Greek recipes passed down through my family, which were originally developed in the mountainous farming land. I incorporate whole foods and seasonal plants to create dishes that are fresh, flavorful, and nourishing.
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I believe that the meals I provide invite you to connect with Mama Earth and her abundance, helping you to achieve balance and alignment with the natural world. My cooking philosophy also incorporates influences from Ayurvedic philosophy, ensuring that our meals are not only delicious but also supportive of your overall health and well-being.
Saturday & Sunday Schedule
8:00 - 9:30 am
Morning Practice
Meant to welcome practitioners of Ashtanga Yoga ​looking to practice Mysore style, and practitioners of other schools of yoga to build a self guided practice that serves their needs. Bibi & Aura will help all who wish to join in this practice to thread together a sequence that is safe, sustainable and deeply healing.
10:00 am
Breakfast
Vegan breakfast sample:
Seasonal Autumn Mungbean Omelettes with Mint Chutney, Chai Spiced Oatmeal with Stewed Pears, Local Bread with Seasonal Fruit Jam, Vegan Butter, and Nut Butter
Coffee, Tea, and Juice
12:00 - 2:00 pm
Yin Practices Workshop
Alex & Bibi will lead (2) two workshops over the weekend discussing the following wellness topics:
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Exploring the Body: finding ease in physical body
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Environmental Escape: quieting down outside noise to connect with our senses
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The use of Yin Yoga, pranayama & chanting to bring equilibrium to the nervous system & rejuvenate the body and mind
2:00 - 5:00 pm
Lunch & Nature Walk
Vegan Lunch Sample:
Autumn Risotto topped with Homemade Vegan Parmesan Cheese, Honey Garlic Roasted Carrots, Kale Caesar Salad with Chickpea Croutons
5:30 - 6:00 pm
Chanting & Meditation
Evening calming practices to unwind from the day.
6:30 pm
Dinner
Vegan Dinner Sample:
Curried Pumpkin Cauliflower Soup, topped with Cashew Creme, Fall Harvest Salad with Quinoa, Brussel Sprouts, Cranberries and Parsnips, topped with a Pureed Date Vinaigrette
"I love the locations that Bibi chooses (not only are they beautiful and located in bucket-list cities/countries, but they are distinctly intentional-environmentally/socially aware and compliment her teachings-aka they are not just cookie-cutter courses repeated in Instagram-worthy locations"
The Investment
Other Details
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Payments: Non-Refundable Deposit of $1,000 • Remaining Balance Due 1 Month Before Retreat
Not Included: Airfare • Transportation • Alcohol (BYOB)
