Workshops and Retreats

 Sept 20, 10 am - 1 pm

With Zen Jen

The transition from the active Sumer season to the introspective Fall season requires attention and compassion. The gentle releasing postures and Yoga Nidra Guided meditation offered in this workshop both focus on facilitating a sense of release. Specifically designed for women, this workshop provides an ideal opportunity for rest, reflection, and rejuvenation as we enter autumn. No experience is needed; simply dress for comfort and come ready to embrace the experience 

Workshop Fee $45.00

 9/20, 10/18, 11/15, 12/15

With Michelle Winton

Join us each month on the full moon for a calming energy lunar yoga class on the labyrinth (weather permitting- inside our pavilion when that atmosphere feels more inviting) along with a beautiful ceremony to celebrate the month's moon energy. The event includes a gentle yoga practice, full moon meditation, a fire ceremony, a sound bath, and smudging. Bask in the beautiful ambiance of Heartwood at night with a mindful, heartfelt welcoming of moon energy. We meet from 6 pm - 8 pm in winter months, and 7-9 pm in those months when the sun goes down later (check registration.)

Workshop Fee $40.00

September 29th, 10 am - 3 pm

Half-Day - Oct. 26, 1 - 4 pm

Nov 6, 1 - 4 pm

with Michelle Winton

 This deeply introspective day retreat includes a gentle yoga practice, walking nature meditation, breathwork, visual meditation, restorative yoga with essential oils and crystal bowl sound bath, journaling and more, for a day of reflective silence and rejuvenating the nervous system through calming quiet practices. Come and bask in the regenerating beauty of Heartwood for a day of inner stillness. 

Full Day $90.00 - Students bring a sack lunch.

Half Day $50.00 

  with Ginny Shaddock

10/25, 11/22, 12/20, 1/24, 2/28, 3/21, 4/18

Fridays 6:30 - 9:00 pm

The Women's Circle for ages 50 and older is a nurturing and empowering space designed specifically for women in the later stages of life. This circle is a sacred gathering where women come together to share their stories, explore their inner worlds, and connect with others on a similar journey. The focus of the circle is on healing, self-discovery, and fostering deep connections that transcend the everyday.

In this supportive environment, participants engage in guided discussions, reflective exercises, and creative activities that encourage self-expression and personal growth. Whether exploring past experiences, navigating present challenges, or envisioning the future, each woman is encouraged to embrace her wisdom, honor her journey, and find strength in community.

Oct 14 - Dec 16

with Ginny Shaddock

 Join a small collective of writers committed to learning, growing, and developing their skills in 6-week online sessions that meet through Zoom. Students submit up to 5 double-spaced pages of their work ahead of time, which are shared with the group. Everyone attends a Zoom class for a comprehensive critique session that helps each student develop their works in progress and includes lectures on the prevailing issues for the group, such as defining style, voice, writing with honesty, and character/story development. Assignments designed to fire up creativity and challenge the writers to experiment with new approaches to telling a story are provided at the end of each session as inspiration for the following week's submissions.
 

We meet approximately every other week to give students time to write and prepare submissions. Meetings are scheduled 10/14, 10/28, 11/4, 11/18, 12/2, 12/16. (Note: we have only one week between Oct and Nov sessions to avoid Holiday conflicts.)

Workshop fee $120.00

Nov. 3, 2024

10:00-5:00

With Ginny Shaddock

Join us for a transformative day at the serene Heartwood Yoga Institute with "The Enlightened Writer" retreat—a haven for your creative spirit and a nurturing space for your writing and well-being. Whether you're a seasoned author or a budding scribe, this one-day retreat offers a perfect blend of introspection, creativity, and wellness, crafted to awaken your inner storyteller and enrich your connection to your craft.

What Awaits You at The Enlightened Writer:

• Memoir  Writing
• Yoga for Writers
• Guided Meditation
• Walking the Labyrinth
• Dynamic Writing Exercises: 
• Sharing Our Stories
• Ceremony to celebrate creativity and awareness

Event Fee: $90.00

A Taste of paradise women's retreat 

Friday, Nov 15, 10 am - 4 pm 

Escape to Paradise and join us for this women-only Day-Retreat at Heartwood! 

Experience an exclusive wine tasting event and rejuvenate before the holidays. This day retreat features wine tasting, restorative yoga, guided meditation, and dedicated time to unwind and reconnect with yourself before the busy holiday season.

A day filled with Serenity awaits you. Immerse yourself in the tranquil and healing surroundings at Heartwood Retreat Center. Explore the lush Chakra Garden, wander the calming Labyrinth, find moments of quiet reflection in the Meditation Gazebo, or rejuvenate in the enchanting Bamboo Garden. It's an opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle and experience peaceful rejuvenation amidst nature's beauty.
Sip, Savor, and Unwind. Indulge in a wine tasting led by a professional wine expert. Sip and savor a selection of exquisite wines crafted to help you unwind and enjoy the moment. You'll also have the opportunity to purchase the wine you love to enjoy at home or gift to a loved one.
Experience Deep Rest with Soothing Guided Meditation. Allow yourself to let go and experience deep rest as you immerse in the soothing and nourishing guided meditation. Rest, relax, and just listen. This practice is tailored to help you unwind, find inner peace, and restore balance to your mind and body. It's an opportunity to release tension and embrace tranquility, leaving you feeling rejuvenated and refreshed.
Indulge in a day of serenity, tranquility, and relaxation alongside other wonderful women. The retreat includes all the necessary supplies and an exclusive wine-tasting event.  Limited spaces are available, so reserve your spot today!

Event Fee: $95.00

Nov. 21 & March 9

9:00 - 12:00

With Michelle Winton

Enjoy a beautiful morning on the Heartwood property exploring nature.  Breathe in the fresh air, meditate while listenting to the birds and nature sounds, explore the Chakra garden. Deepen your connection to the Earth and feel the support of being connected to all living things can provide.

We'll close the morning with an art project, making a collage of items found on our exploration to take as a memory of our day.

Workshop fee - 50.00

Nov. 24, 2024

10:00 am-4:00 pm 

Join Ginny Shaddock for an uplifting, nurturing day retreat that combines yoga practice with mindfulness meditation to shift our mindset as we explore how yoga teaches us to find peace and embrace heartfelt acceptance when challenging circumstances and unexpected change happens in our lives.  

This one-day retreat includes gentle yoga, meditation, creative activities, and intimate discussions designed to explore yoga’s most helpful and profound teachings about surrendering to circumstances, finding tolerance and acceptance, and establishing peace in our hearts and minds despite challenges we may be facing.   

Come to enjoy a nurturing yoga class, engaging creativity projects, journaling, sharing, and exploring tools you can use moving forward to feel good at times when life stirs up not-so-good feelings. This retreat includes a healthy vegetarian lunch, time to walk the labyrinth or enjoy tea in the garden, and opportunities to experience yoga in an embodied way that brings us to wholeness and reclaims our inner peace.

Whether you are struggling with family dynamics, health issues, personal frustration, or navigating change in your life, this one-day retreat reminds participants that peace, acceptance, and contentment are possible when you understand and employ the yoga tools that help us find personal balance and connection to what counts most. We all deserve to be content, and yoga gives us the power to be so. Give yourself permission to spend a day nurturing your body and spirit, and invite peacefulness to the forefront of your heart and mind.

Event Fee: $90.00

 Saturday, November 30th
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

With Ginny & David Shaddock
Location: Heartwood Yoga Institute

Looking for a meaningful way to unwind after Thanksgiving and treat your visiting guests to something truly special? Join us at Heartwood Yoga Institute for a rejuvenating retreat, Outward Bound, Inward Found is a day retreat designed to nurture the soul and deepen your connection with the natural world.

This retreat invites you to immerse yourself in the beauty of nature through a day filled with mindful practices, creativity, and spiritual exploration. Throughout the day, you’ll experience:

• Mindfulness and Nature Meditations: 
• Art Projects Incorporating Nature 
• Journaling
• A Meditative Shamanic Journey
• Healthy Vegetarian Lunch
• Meaningful Ceremony 

This retreat offers the perfect opportunity to disconnect from the holiday rush and reconnect with yourself and the earth. Whether you're a local or visiting the area, this day promises relaxation, reflection, and rejuvenation in a serene and supportive environment.

Join us at Heartwood Yoga Institute for a day of connecting, creating, and honoring nature.

Retreat Fee - 90.00 (Includes lunch & art materials)

Dec. 13, 18, or 21 

6:45-8:45 pm

With Ginny Shaddock 

Step into the magic of the season with our special outdoor Christmas yoga class, meditation and mindful walk, held in a beautifully decorated pavilion illuminated by hundreds of festive twinkling lights. This enchanting event invites you to celebrate the spirit of the holidays through mindful movement, reflection, and community.

The fresh outdoor air enhances the experience, inviting a deeper connection with nature as you move through a soothing yoga flow designed to nurture the body and calm the mind. This class is open to all levels and focuses on gentle movements and deep breathing to help you release the year's stresses and make space for joy and peace.

Following the yoga session, we will take a mindful walk through a candlelit labyrinth, a sacred journey under the night sky that encourages reflection and inner peace. As you walk the labyrinth, you'll have the opportunity to set personal intentions for the season, letting go of what no longer serves you and inviting in the qualities you wish to embody during the holidays and beyond.

We will close the evening with a heartfelt gathering around the firepit, to share stories, sip warm beverages (cocoa, tea & make a smore over the fire), and enjoy the simple pleasure of being together in this serene, festive setting. 

Join us for this magical evening of movement, meditation, and mindful celebration, and leave feeling refreshed, inspired, and deeply connected to the spirit of the season.

Event fee: $50.00

Dec. 1 or Feb 22

1:00-4:00

With Michelle Winton 

In this 3-hour workshop, we will explore the seven main Chakras, the energy centers in the body. Through restorative yoga, meditation, gentle movement, sound therapy, aromatherapy, and yoga Nidra, each Chakra will be able to take what it needs to cleanse and heal, allowing your mind, body, and spirit to be renewed and restored. 

Root Chakra: Responsible for our feelings of security and stability

Sacral Chakra: Feeds our emotions and creativity

Solar Plexus: The key to our confidence and self-esteem

Heart Chakra: Controls our ability to give and receive love and compassion

Throat Chakra: Allows us to communicate and speak our truth

Third Eye Chakra: Is responsible for our intuition, gut reaction, and internal voice

Crown Chakra: Our spiritual connection to ourself, to others, and to the universe. Our oneness with all things

Leave with a renewed sense of purpose, better able to speak your truth, having more confidence in yourself, with a more open heart and feeling a stronger connection to all things around you.