EVENT LISTINGS
Join Amy for her weekly 60-min class at Studio Shira when she is in town! Class begins with active yoga movement to increase your flexibility and improve your posture for longevity. It concludes with deep, restorative relaxation for your nervous system.
When:
Tuesdays 5:30-6:30pm
Where:
Studio Shira
2525 Arapahoe Ave Suite H-12
Boulder, CO 80302
Join Amy for her weekly 60-min class at Studio Shira when she is in town! Class begins with active yoga movement to increase your flexibility and improve your posture for longevity. It concludes with deep, restorative relaxation for your nervous system.
When:
Tuesdays 5:30-6:30pm
Where:
Studio Shira
2525 Arapahoe Ave Suite H-12
Boulder, CO 80302
Friday, May 17, 20246:00 PM
Sunday, May 19, 20244:00 PM
Joy Collective Yoga Studio921 E 8th St, Sioux Falls, SD
On the menu:
Nurture The Teacher: The Art & Business of Teaching Yoga
Friday May 17 5:30-7:30pm
Join the community of local and national yoga teachers for a lively discussion based on Amy’s new and revised edition of her book, The Art & Business of Teaching Yoga and delve into what it means to be a yoga teacher in 2024. This conversation will provide a treasure trove of wisdom for yoga teachers looking to deepen their impact and provide a sanctuary of calm and resilience through their teaching. Whether you're a seasoned yoga teacher or new to the field, you will gain valuable perspectives and tools to help you thrive while guiding your students through turbulent times.
It’s All About the Pelvis
Saturday 10am-12:30pm
Breathe new life into your practice through a deeper understanding of pelvis, hip joints and lower back. Together we’ll discover the asymmetries in our bodies so we can work asymmetrically (the rest of the weekend and beyond) to find harmony, freedom, and ease in your practice. Through a delicious spectrum poses modified for therapeutic relief and benefit, walk away feeling strong, open and uplifted.
Restorative Yoga: Slowing Down is Waking Up
Saturday 2-4:00pm
Ready for a yoga slumber party? Restorative yoga, through the use of supportive props, gives your body the time and conditions it needs to truly rest, relax, and heal. Discover the power of silence and stillness to regulate your nervous in the midst of a culture spellbound by busyness and consumerism. Amy will guide you through a serious of supported shapes and savasana - you won’t believe how good you’ll feel. Let’s stop doing and start being, shall we?
Upper Body Strength and Freedom
Sunday 10am-12:30pm
Most of us think we have tight shoulders, but what we really have are tight chest muscles from hunching over in our daily movements. Flow through a vibrant fusion of gradual, loving chest-opening poses and vinyasas designed to unlock the full range of motion in the shoulder while bringing more flexibility and strength to your chest and upper back. Discover brand-new tools to approach inversions, backbends, healthy posture, and a state of ease when you need it most.
Restorative Yoga: Free Your Breath, The Rest Will Follow
Sunday 2-4:00pm
In this subtle yet powerful practice, dive into a brief and delicious sequence designed specifically to open your breath followed by specific Restorative yoga poses that slow your respiratory rate and bring you into a state of ease. Experience the peace and euphoria that comes from bringing mobility to your primary and accessory respiratory muscles. Perfect if you’re so ready to hit the pause button, recharge, and renew.
Join Amy for her weekly 60-min class at Studio Shira when she is in town! Class begins with active yoga movement to increase your flexibility and improve your posture for longevity. It concludes with deep, restorative relaxation for your nervous system.
When:
Tuesdays 5:30-6:30pm
Where:
Studio Shira
2525 Arapahoe Ave Suite H-12
Boulder, CO 80302
Join Amy for four days of world-class yoga, connection and guided adventure.
Choose your one-of-a-kind journey that takes you home to your precious self through asana intensives, interactive wellness workshops, kirtan, intro to bhakti, yoga philosophy, themed practices, and forest bathing + add-on adventure sessions.
About the location:
Bend, Oregon, is the perfect blend of good eats, cool vibes, and outdoor thrills. The downtown buzzes with diverse culinary spots, from cozy coffee nooks to farm-to-table gems. The local art scene and live music add a cultural flair, while the surrounding mountains and Deschutes River running through the center of town serve up nature at its finest. Nestled on the edge of the majestic Cascade mountains, Bend is a mecca for outdoor play.
June 27-30th, 2024
Amy will be joining the all-star line up of yoga teachers for the 16th annual Telluride Yoga Festival in stunning Telluride, CO!
4 Days of Deep Connection & Inspiration in the Most Spectacular Setting
The annual Telluride Yoga Festival is a 4-day mountain gathering featuring over 100 offerings including yoga, meditation, music, hiking, SUP yoga, wellness & wisdom talks, panels, social gatherings, and more.
World-renowned teachers, artists, and scholars lead classes at their new campus in the Mountain Village which is connected to the historic Town of Telluride via a free gondola. It’s unique and special event unlike any other.
“It’s is the most intimate setting for a yoga festival that I have ever experienced...it feels like a village of friends and family. ”
— Karl Straub
YOGASTRAVAGANZA 2024
SUMMER RETREAT
POINT REYES, CA
An immersive week of yoga, music, and nature with MC YOGI, Amanda Giacomini, Amy Ippoliti, Sue Elkind, and Saraswati Clere
Our 5-day Yogastravaganza Retreat includes yoga, meditation, pranayama, hiking, a concert + dance party, and fun times, while taking in the jaw-dropping beauty of the Point Reyes National Seashore. Regenerate your body and nourish your soul.
You will:
Learn from five seasoned teachers and longtime colleagues in the yoga community
Enjoy guided nature hikes in the breathtaking landscapes of Point Reyes
Experience herbal infusions and wisdom from the local plants
Celebrate life at a live concert and dance party with MC YOGI!
Bask by the sea in community, meet and make friends for life!
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
Over 30 hours of yoga practice with Amy, Sue, MC YOGI, Amanda, and Saraswati
Evening satsangs
Guided nature hikes
Concert and dance party with MC YOGI
Two catered organic farm-to-table group dinners
Welcome bag of goodies from our favorite local Bay Area businesses
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED?
Travel and transportation
Accommodations
Meals other than the two catered dinners
Why YOGASTRAVAGANZA?
The word "extravaganza" has its origins from the Italian word "estravaganza," which evolved from the root "stravaganza."
At least 60% of the teaching team is Italian, so that’s perfect!
The original sense of "stravaganza" in Italian referred to something extravagant, fantastic, or irregular. Over time, the term made its way into English, and by the 18th century, it was adopted to describe a lavish or extravagant production, often in the form of a show, display, or event known for its elaborate and spectacular nature.
INVESTMENT
Complete retreat $995
Registration opens Feb 2nd at 10am MT and we anticipate this will sell out quickly.
NOW is the time to organize your friends and look into places to stay!
DAILY SCHEDULE (SUBJECT TO CHANGE)
Tuesday, July 30
4:00pm - 5:30pm - Yoga
7:00pm - 8.30pm - Welcome Gathering
Wednesday, July 31
9:00am - 1:00pm - Nature Immersion
2:30pm - 5:00pm - Yoga
6:00pm - 7:00pm - Group Dinner
7:15pm - 8:15pm - Evening Gathering
Thursday, Aug 1
7.30am - 8:15am - Mindful Morning Practices
10:00am - 12:30pm - Yoga
2:00pm - 5:00pm - Nature Immersion
Friday, Aug 2
7:30am - 8:15am - Mindful Morning Practices
10:00am - 12:00pm - Yoga
1:00pm - 3:30pm - Nature Immersion
4:30pm - 6:00pm - Restorative Yoga
6:30pm - 7:30pm - Group Dinner
7:30pm - 8:30pm - Evening Gathering
Saturday, Aug 3
7.30am - 8:15am - Mindful Morning Practices
10:00am - 11:30am - Yoga
6:00pm - 7.30pm - Yoga in Toby's Barn
8:00pm - 10:00pm - Concert & Dance Party in Toby's Barn
Sunday, Aug 4
7.30am - 8:15am - Mindful Morning Practices
10:00am-12:30pm - Grand Finale Yoga Practice
ABOUT THE YOGASTRAVAGANZA TEAM
MC YOGI is a recording artist, author, and yoga teacher. He's taught yoga and performed at festivals across the globe. His unique style of music and teaching is joy filled and spiritually uplifting. When he is not on tour, MC YOGI teaches at his home studio Point Reyes Yoga, which he co-founded with his wife in 2001. www.MCYOGI.com
AMANDA GIACOMINI is an artist, yogini and gifted storyteller. Her 10,000 Buddhas project was inspired by ancient Buddhist artwork in the Ajanta caves in India. This experience sparked an awakening which led her on a mission to paint 10,000 Buddhas. She’s also the co-founder of Point Reyes Yoga, which she and her husband, MC YOGI, started in 2001. Amanda is a kind and compassionate teacher. She calls on her more than two decades of practice to support students in letting go of stress and opening up to their own innate peace and joy. www.10000buddhas.com
AMY IPPOLITI is known for bringing yoga to modern-day life in a genuine way through her intelligent sequencing, clear instruction, and engaging sense of humor. shares her passion for yoga, health, earth conservation, with her writings for Yoga Journal, Organic Life, and Elephant Journal among others. She is a pioneer of advanced yoga education, co-founding Vesselify (formerly 90 Monkeys), an online school that has enhanced the skills of yoga teachers and studios in 65+ countries. She is the co-author of The Art and Business of Teaching Yoga. www.amyippoliti.com
SUE ELKIND is the founder of Dig Yoga and is an internationally respected Yoga teacher and educator. Sue’s in-depth knowledge of alignment, biomechanics, meditation, and philosophy enrich and enliven all of her classes. Her creative sequencing and passion to teach from her heart, motivates her students to expand their potential both physically and spiritually. Sue offers weekly classes, meditations, and teacher trainings through Dig Yoga, her home studio, in New Jersey. www.digyoga.com
SARASWATI CLERE is an Award-wining film-maker and the owner of Yoga Kula in Berkeley, CA. Her primary focus since opening has been to offer the highest quality yoga education and teacher trainings. Saraswati is well known for her ability to convey the essence of the wisdom teachings of yoga with exceptional clarity, insight, and relevance to students of all levels and from all walks of life. A seasoned trainer and mentor of new teachers, she offers yearly Yoga Teacher Training programs, online and in-person that fuel the inner journey of yoga teachers and students from around the globe. Saraswati is a certified Anusara Yoga teacher, and has been a dedicated student of Iyengar Yoga for more than 20 years. www.yogakula.com
The Teton Yoga Festival is paving the way for the yoga community to inspire deeper individual experiences that ripple out into the world.
The mission of the festival is to honor the true nature of yoga — union. Union with our planet, each other, and the source that connects us all while highlighting how we can be better stewards of the land.
The festival’s intended to be more like an intimate retreat, and takes place at the idyllic Moose Creek Ranch in Teton Valley, Idaho between the Grand Teton National Park, Targhee National Forest, and the Big Hole Mountains.
If you've never been to the Tetons before, it should 100% be on your bucket list!
CENTER Yoga + Wellness United States (map)
This dynamic, intimate 3-day yoga teacher training will provide you with therapeutic knowledge and core competency that will set you apart from the norm.
Are you feeling lost when it comes to handling injuries and giving the right modifications as a yoga teacher?
Are you scared of accidentally making things worse, so you hesitate to help students through certain poses?
Do you struggle in mixed level yoga classes to find a balance between meeting the needs of injured students while keeping the rest of the class engaged?
Do you find it challenging to communicate with injured students, understand their limits, and gain their trust as a yoga teacher? Need tips on effective guidance and modifications?
Are you feeling the squeeze of time constraints and the pressure to keep the class going while caring for an injured student?
Do you get emotional seeing students in pain – overflowing with empathy, but unsure how to provide the right support?
Gain the knowledge, tools, and confidence to handle student injuries and limitations in your yoga classes!
Learn to create a safe, inclusive yoga environment that puts student well-being first and supports your growth as a teacher.
Practice the Vesselify School of Yoga’s method that offers a deep and efficacious approach to asana practice with the goal of enhancing what it means to be in a body.
Develop the confidence to serve students with limitations and special needs specific to the upper body (shoulders, upper back, jar, neck, elbows, wrist, etc) in community with other high-level yoga teachers under Amy’s caring eye.
Receive the tools to stand out as a teacher who can speak to many populations, effectively address student’s physical limitations, and provide compassionate solutions for students with upper body challenges.
Walk away with tools to confidently teach group yoga classes as well as private yoga sessions with more empathy, expert skills, and courage.
As athletic yoga classes are becoming the industry norm, safety and individualized attention are becoming less and less emphasized in many yoga classes.
Through intelligent body mechanics, structural integrity, and a workable understanding of anatomy, we aim to make yoga accessible to all those who wish to benefit from this extraordinary practice!
Embody proper body posture for sun salutations, standing poses, hip, lower back, hamstrings, and quad opening poses
Refine and understand the power of observation and accountability in the yoga classroom
Examine common musculoskeletal injuries and biomechanical problems affecting the shoulders, neck, elbows, wrists, and hands
Review common conditions such as tendonitis, ligament or cartilage damage, sprains, disc damage, muscle spasms, and more
Learn how to demonstrate with empathy
Mastery of variations to create inclusive, accessible yoga classes that help clear and resolve common challenges
Therapeutic hands-on assists that relieve discomfort
Therapy Lab - watch Amy work therapeutically with real people from the local community
Daily mat time will be tailored to postural integrity and form into your own body while learning tools to teach others the same.
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
Full Training
Detailed Training Manual
Welcome gift bag
22.5 continuing education contact hours
This training counts towards Yoga Alliance continuing education hours.
Download the Clinton, CT Travel & Logistics Information packet to learn about where to stay, great restaurants, accommodations, recreation and much more!
6 month payment plans available for limited time ONLY
When: November 9-16th, 2024
Venue: Willka T’ika
Led by Amy Ippoliti and Petra Haynes, RYT-500 — bringing the Vesselify and Center Yoga + Wellness communities together.
Enhance your yoga practice and travel with friends on the path while staying in the exquisite sanctuary of Willka T’ika, designed for rejuvenation and reflection, located in the heart of Peru’s sacred valley.
All Inclusive: Just book your flight and Willka T’ika will take care of the rest!
Nested between the Incan capital of Cusco and the world heritage site of Machu Picchu - Willka T’ika is poised to manage all the details of your trip including designing your epic sight seeing itinerary, cultural excursions, transportation, hiking tours, experienced guides, and more. We’ll handle the yoga!
