A NON RESIDENTIAL RETREAT IN OJAI, CA: JUNE 10-12, 2022
“A human being is part of a whole, called by us the ‘Universe’ —a part limited in time and space. He experiences himself, his thoughts, and feelings, as something separated from the rest—a kind of optical delusion of his consciousness. This delusion is a kind of prison for us.”
Take space from the busyness of daily life to free yourself from the limitations of the mind. Gift yourself with a weekend retreat in the beautiful Ojai valley where we step out of the illusion of separation and into the embodied rememberance of your natural oneness and connection to all that is.
When we are connected and present there is a natural joy and sense of wellbeing that arises.
Through the practices of yoga, pranayama, chanting, somatic enquiry, deep rest, meditation, and journalling, this weekend will support you to
• feel more connected to your body
• connect more deeply to your innate wisdom
• anchor yourself in your center of unshakeable peace and inner stability
• deepen your sense of connection with yourself, others and your environment
Discover how fostering inner connectivity and joy can infuse your relationships with others, with nature and with all of life with a new sense of fulfillment and peace.
“Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and rightdoing, there is a field. I’ll meet you there. When the soul lies down in that grass,the world is too full to talk about.Ideas, language, even the phrase each other doesn’t make any sense.”
- RUMI
What’s included?
• 1 evening and 2 days of transformational embodied practices
• 2 fresh, local, seasonal lunches prepared by Organic Ojai Chef
(we can cater to specific dietary requirements)
• Rewire neural pathways through kirtan and healing sound
• Clear blockages and patterns of separation through potent breath practices
• Connect body, mind and soul through 3 gentle yoga sessions
• Reconnect with your body through somatic enquiry and freeform conscious movement
• Access your inner wisdom through guided writing practices, connection with nature, movement enquiries
• Receive deep rest on all levels with daily yoga nidra practice
• Community sharing and connection
the details
TimeS
Fri June 10th 5-7pm
Sat June 11th 10am - 5pm
Sun June 12th 7.30am - 5pm
Please note: times may vary slightly!
Location
Somatic Sanctuary,
410 West Ojai Ave,
Ojai CA 93023
Exchange
Earlybird price (before May 23rd): $450
Regular price: $500
Places are limited so save your spot now!
(cancellation policy: payment is 50% refundable up until May 23rd after which it is nonrefundable but transferable to another participant)
Covid protocols
Depending on the situation closer to the time of the retreat we may require proof of negative covid testing before the retreat.
We ask that you do not attend if you are unwell or have covid symptoms.
The retreat space is well ventilated with big french windows leading to a garden on 2 sides of the room.
testimonials
I feel so grateful to have crossed paths with Julia! Her way of teaching is intuitive, embodied, wise and authentic. The spaces that she creates feel so sacred and safe, allowing me to let go and open to Life. The ways that I have connected within myself and with others through her classes and workshops has brought more joy, trust and love into my life!
~ Ashley Tully
I have just returned from a wonderful heart fulfilling retreat with Julia Berkeley. She is truly a gifted yoga teacher who masterfully guided us every day to new levels of stretch and breath and health. The music and dance of the Kirtan just enhanced our experience of peace of mind and spirit. It was so well planned that you had a flow through the whole week which allowed you to relax and deepen into your personal experience. Best retreat I have ever attended!
~ Carol Flexer
Thank you Julia for being here and loving us enough to change the planet - heart by heart.
~ Betty Tallarida