International Yoga

2024 Destinations

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 19:42:36 -0800

2024 Destinations:Unveiling Our 15th Year of Exploration! Our carefully curated retreat destinations for 2024 are designed to inspire beauty, curiosity, and cultural exploration. From the serene landscapes of Bali to the jaw-dropping vistas of off-the-beaten-track Ladakh, each location has been carefully chosen based on our decades of travel experience to provide a unique backdrop for your... Details

Five Reasons to Retreat to Sayulita

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 11:30:54 -0800

Just a ten-minute walk or golf cart drive away from Haramara Retreat is downtown Sayulita! Known for its beautiful beaches, great surf, and laid-back lifestyle, this charming coastal town is absolutely worth a visit. Wander the bohemian streets where you will find various art galleries and Mexican handicraft shops. Find a souvenir for your return home or walk along the shoreline and admire the... Details

A Story of Rebirth in Peru

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 13:18:58 -0800

With Halloween on the horizon, I've beenÂ thinking (and talking a lot in class) about abhinivesah, or in english fear/clinging to bodily life.Â I've learned throughout the years, and continue to learn, that fear is a great teacher, if we're willing to confront it.Â Below you will find the story (some of you may have heard from me in class at some point) of me confronting a fear of mine last... Details

Savoring the Senses Meditation with Michele Klink

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 12:39:18 -0800

Sensational experiences lie ahead! In reflecting upon my upcoming retreat to Peru I was envisioning how best to guide this experience. Wherever you travel, you can become uniquely stimulated by the sights and sounds all around. I will always remember the diverse, colorful clothes in Thailand. Exquisite aromas of the marketplace in Costa Rica. Verbose conversations with hand gestures in Italy.... Details

The Light at the End of the Portal

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 13:02:38 -0800

TRAVELING WITHIN IY Teacher Spotlight Series: Erin Fleming The Light at the End of the Portal What an extraordinary experience we have been navigating together! My heart aches from missing my in-person, face-to-face, heart-to-heart yoga community. It has been quite a ride, this Coronacoaster! I remind myself daily, this too will pass, though I wonder now, nearly a year into this... Details

IY Teacher Spotlight Series: Andrea Marcum

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 13:14:44 -0800

TRAVELING WITHIN IY Teacher Spotlight Series: Andrea Marcum Â 2020 was all about travel for me... until it wasn't. I was so excited about my retreats in Morocco and Hawaii with International Yoga, seeing Portugal for the first time, leading a teacher training in Germany, festivals in Stockholm, Copenhagen, and Bulgaria.Â Now my idea of travel is leaving my house to walk our dog in our... Details

Giving Thanks - Deep Listening in Action

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 12:41:25 -0800

This holiday, naturally, is a time for listening, a time for reflection, a time for prayer, gratitude, and blessings. Of course, this Thanksgiving will feel different for most of us. Yes, we are dealing with challenges that the pandemic imposesâ€”separation and isolation, health and safety considerations, and economic struggles. But we are also experiencing a collective awakening to our... Details

Wellness Starts with Self

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 13:27:19 -0800

TRAVELING WITHIN: IY Teacher Spotlight Series Wellness Starts with Self â€¦ Capital Sby Erika Trice How do we take care of ourselves when things are challenging?Â Â The first thing I would say on the topic of self-care during challenging times is that it is not a luxury, it is a must.Â Recognizing that some of our time and attention needs to go towards our well-being in addition to the... Details

Staying Calm in Times of Uncertainty

Fri, 20 Mar 2020 12:06:04 -0700

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IY Insider Guide: Maui

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 13:25:56 -0800

How should you spend your time, when youâ€™re on Island Time?! Iâ€™m thrilled to be teaming up with International Yoga for my upcoming Maui retreat, â€œReturn to Island Timeâ€. Iâ€™ve done some research about Travassa, the 5 Star resort where the retreat will be held, but otherwise, I wasnâ€™t sure what I would want to do on the Island. My assistant Liz Blanding and I decided to fly into... Details

Self-Love Meditation

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 13:24:54 -0800

SelfÂ Love... Â Self love looks different for everyone... there is no one universal way to love yourself. In the pursuitÂ of learning how to love yourself, it's important to spend time WITH yourself. Spending time in solitude,Â prayer, meditation, doing spiritual practices, etc are all necessary to really learn yourself and to get really clear on what it is that you need to feel whole and... Details

How to be Climate Positive on Retreat

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 13:28:19 -0800

CHow to be Climate Positive on Retreat By Fiona O'Neill What is Carbon Offsetting? Carbon offsetting is a practical and effective way to address climate change and encourage the growth of renewable energy. By purchasing carbon offsets, you can counteract your personal carbon emissions and reduce your carbon footprint while contributing to a more sustainable future. A carbon offset is a... Details

Seeking Sankalpa

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 09:45:41 -0800

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Celebrating 10 Years

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 12:34:53 -0800

Q + A with International Yoga Founder, Michelle Fliegauf Â Q: A: Details

What is Mantra and How to Practice it

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 13:05:05 -0800

What is Mantra and How to Practice it By Jeanne Heileman Every living thing vibrates.Â Even a rock vibrates at a dull rhythm that is hard to detect. A blooming flower emits a subtle vibration that can be felt across the globe without us realizing it. An extreme action like the bursting of a volcano emits powerful vibrations that are clearly felt, yet we often donâ€™t know what is going on... Details

Becoming the Gift of Joy & Love Meditation

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 12:32:25 -0800

The holidays are often a time of year when our stress and anxiety increase. The pressure of social celebrations, visiting family, and the burdens of travel and gift-giving can sometimes create more frustration than pleasure. We know we should be feeling happy and joyous because that is what the season is all about, but we just can't seem to relax into the joy. There is a famous quote by Ram... Details

Keeping the Retreat Alive

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 13:10:38 -0800

Youâ€™ve just spent 7 days of bliss in a magical place, enjoying great food, the perfect structure, and balance between activity and reflection. Youâ€™ve nourished yourself with healthy local food. Youâ€™ve meditated, journaled or whatever it is that grounds you to your Big S self. Youâ€™ve re-prioritized your life and are ready to make some much-needed changes. Youâ€™ve Retreated! And you feel... Details

Yoga Your Way

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 12:43:53 -0800

Written by Anissa Davis Nowadays, yoga is very physical. I donâ€™t think this will be changing anytime soon. I sometimes get frustrated because yoga is so much more than the poses, but, I have come to realize that it is also a great way to keep your physical body healthy. We must build up tapas (heat) in the body, and cultivate prana (breath) that organically allows this to happen. This allows... Details

The Heart of Yoga: Your Natural State of Harmony

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 13:05:43 -0800

Yoga is not something we DO, Yoga is who we are. Yoga is the natural state of being in harmony with the totality of life. Yoga is ageless and timeless. Yoga does not discriminate nor judge. Yoga is a journey into the magical mystical weaving of our soul and heart. Iâ€™ve been passionate about the deeper dimensions of yoga since I began my practice in 1995. Iâ€™ve continued to study Yogic... Details

What is Kirtan?

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 13:07:37 -0800

Kirtan, the practice of chanting the names or mantras of the gods and goddesses, is perhaps the most important technique in Bhakti yoga. Jai Uttal has been leading Kirtans worldwide for over thirty years. â€œThese ancient chants,â€ says Jai â€œcontain a transformative power and healing energy. By singing these prayers we join a stream of consciousness and devotion that has been flowing for... Details