Upcoming Events

Tai Chi Gong in the Water with Kiara Vicini

Join us in the Warm Pool for a meditation in motion with Tiger Mountain Tai Chi Gong.
A Form with many health benefits , physical & mental. We’ll practice harmonizing body, breath & mind with special awareness for the water element and how it affects the quality of the movements.
Repeating this fluid sequence slowly , smoothly and continuously we cultivate balance , tranquillity & inner strength.
With regular practice we can develop effective skills of self-regulation for more resilience in our daily life.

Thursday, April 17
3:30pm
In the Warm Pool at the Temple Dome Pool Area
Free to Guests – Gratuities Graciously accepted
Venmo: @Kiara-Vicini
Paypal: paypal.me/kiara50

Originally from Italy, Kiara was inspired by the beauty of nature and the wisdom of the body to study movement education and holistic health care. She is a certified Tai Chi for Health instructor and has a private practice offering therapeutic treatments, teaching body awareness systems for self-care, pain relief and fall prevention.

Sound Bath with Blue Muse

Come, immerse yourself in a SYMPHONY OF SACRED SOUND.
Sound healing creates the space for self-healing and transformation using the power of vibration to re harmonize the entire body to its most beneficial state.
When we hear the frequencies, our cells become attuned to that vibration, and this creates a harmonic state for healing within the body. The different frequencies emanated during the sound bath will help to quiet the mind, decrease stress and anxiety, improve sleep, release physical and emotional pain, restore the body, mind and spirit to a greater state of balance, creating a deeper sense of peace and well-being.
 
Thursday, April 17
8:30pm
Friday, April 18
10:30am
In the Green Room at the Lodge
Free to Guests – Gratuities Graciously accepted
Venmo: @cassiopeiaskyfish
 
Cassiopeia is an intuitive Sound Healing Practitioner living in the Coastal Redwood Forest of California. She is passionate about sharing the incredible medicine of Sound with all the healing it brings. This is her vision and her life path!
Raised in the Pacific Northwest, she began to work with Sound on her personal Journey in healing from cancer. She has been sharing this powerful vibrational medicine with others since 2015, after graduating from the Globe Institute of Sound and Consciousness in San Francisco. Her continued studies have led her to work with various Sound and Plant Medicine Master teachers in Brazil and Peru, as well as Gong Masters in the U.S. She is currently studying Harp, Percussion, Voice, and Ceremonial Music.
www.bluemusesoundhealing.org

Yin Yoga with Dr. Amanda Ferraro DPT, RYT

Join Amanda for a deeply nourishing Yin yoga class designed to release tension, enhance flexibility and promote a sense of inner peace. This class will focus on slow, deep stretches with emphasis on breath control. Each pose will be held for several minutes to allow for tissue extensibility and relaxation.

Friday, April 18
4:00pm
In the Green Room at the Lodge
Free to Guests – Gratuities Graciously accepted
Venmo: @AmandaFerraro
Paypal: aferraro17@gmail.com

Dr. Amanda Ferraro DPT, RYT lives here locally in Sierraville. She is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and a yoga instructor. Amanda became a certified yoga instructor in 2022 in Bali and has since been guiding students both in person and online.
For more information visit DrFlowTherapy.com

Silent Disco Dance Party: Open Movement & Stretch Time

Join us in the Green Room for a silent Disco dance party! Headphones are available for check out at the front desk

Friday,  April 18
8:00 – 9:30pm
In the Green Room at the Lodge
Free to Guests – Gratuities Graciously accepted

Sivanada Yoga with Elle Walker Buckton

This class is in the Sivanada style which consists of a bit of meditation, pranayama and yoga asana that focuses on balancing the flow of energy through the chakras as well as postures that emphasize exertion followed by deep relaxation.

The class is a moving meditation that brings stillness to the mind. Open to all levels of yogic ability.

Saturday & Sunday, April 19 & 20
10:30am
In the Green Room at the Lodge
Free to Guests – Gratuities Graciously accepted
Venmo: @moonayurveda

Elle is a yogini and an Ayurvedic Practitioner. Her Yogic lineage is Sivananda Yoga. She sees Ayurvedic patients in her office in Olympic Valley, CA and is on the faculty at the California College of Ayurveda in Nevada City, CA where she teaches Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy, Marma Therapy and other body therapy intensives and workshops. She also teaches Ayurveda 101 and Healing Your Life which are on line zoom classes open to the general public through the college. Elle hosts yoga retreats in Costa Rica annually as well as retreats in Northern California. It is her dharma to bring yoga and Ayurveda to her community with love and compassion.
ayurvedaluna.com

Embodied Dancing Yin-prov with Dr. Karah Charette, PT, DPT, RYT

Embodied Dancing Yin-prov is a movement class that uses that structure of yin yoga to allow for deep rest in the body and nervous system, while inviting in spaciousness and play through gentle intuitive movement. This class will use the guidance of the 7 chakras in 7 different yin poses to allow for a deeper embodied connection to the corresponding anatomy (i.e.; the root chakra invites in a deep somatic connection to the pelvic floor). Using cues for imagery and guided anatomy provided by Dr. Karah, the felt sense of each area has the potential to lead into gentle explorative movement. With consent, Dr. Karah may provide light touch for tactile input to the nervous system, or even gentle contact improv touch for those who seek it. This class is held in a container of safety and slowness, with music specifically designed for each chakra to create a resonance of individual exploration held by the collective experience. Come curious, leave embodied.

Saturday, April 19
4:00pm
In the Green Room at the Lodge
Free to Guests – Gratuities Graciously accepted
Venmo: @khcharette

Dr. Karah Charette, PT, DPT, RYT (she/her/hers) is a doctor of physical therapy who specializes in pelvic health. She attended Hobart and William Smith Colleges, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Dance. She received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Columbia University. A dancer for more than 20 years, Karah believes in the power of movement and its connection to expression and the human experience. Karah is also a 200 hour registered yoga teacher after doing a training in Thailand based in Ashtanga Vinyasa styled flow. She is certified in classical and contemporary Pilates mat and reformer techniques. Karah also frequently practices different somatic modalities including Body-Mind Centering and is Polyvagal informed in her teachings. Karah co-owns a pelvic health clinic in Oakland and brings her knowledge of clinical anatomy, nervous system informed care, and embodied movement practices to the classes she creates to provide an experience that is welcoming, safe, and healing for all bodies.
www.bodyfulphysicaltherapy.com

Circle Singing with Kappé Rousseau

Circle Singing is collective vocal improvisation: making stuff up and singing it together on the fly.
The facilitator creates melodies and sings them to sections of the circle. Layers of harmonies, rhythms, counter rhythms spring up with no written music. Participants will get the experience of hearing their part as an integral piece of the whole experience. The facilitator offers the pulse, feel and vibe of the flow of emotion.

Saturday, April 19
8:30pm
Sunday, April 20
4:00pm
In the Green Room at the Lodge
Free to Guests – Gratuities Graciously accepted
Venmo: @Kappe-Rousseau

My passion for musical creativity started at an early age when I became bored with piano lessons. I had to ‘practice’ or at least ‘play’ the piano every day for an hour. I started making things up – changing things up and re-arranging the music. Later in life, I lived in NYC for a time and I created a business of ‘arranging’ music for artists who were looking to attract interest in their songs. I can hear where the music is going in my head and then lay it out, or play it out.
I’ve played professionally as part of a group and solo for years. I have a background in classical/orchestral performance in percussion. My main instrument is piano and I am just as comfortable with guitar in open tunings. I have a BA in Music from U.C. Berkeley. My background in Circle Singing is from Oakland California and the Circle Singing team of Bobby McFerrin. I decided to bring Circle Singing anywhere I can so that people can experience the power of the collective voice and also tap deeply into their inner being and soul and SING!
www.circlesing.org

Tai Chi Gong in the Water with Kiara Vicini

Join us in the Warm Pool for a meditation in motion with Tiger Mountain Tai Chi Gong.
A Form with many health benefits , physical & mental. We’ll practice harmonizing body, breath & mind with special awareness for the water element and how it affects the quality of the movements.
Repeating this fluid sequence slowly , smoothly and continuously we cultivate balance , tranquillity & inner strength.
With regular practice we can develop effective skills of self-regulation for more resilience in our daily life.

Thursday, April 24
3:30pm
In the Warm Pool at the Temple Dome Pool Area
Free to Guests – Gratuities Graciously accepted
Venmo: @Kiara-Vicini
Paypal: paypal.me/kiara50

Originally from Italy, Kiara was inspired by the beauty of nature and the wisdom of the body to study movement education and holistic health care. She is a certified Tai Chi for Health instructor and has a private practice offering therapeutic treatments, teaching body awareness systems for self-care, pain relief and fall prevention.

Slow Flow with Brie

This 90 minute mid-morning Vinyasa Slow Flow is a powerful and gentle way to begin the day. This movement offering will lend space to both nurture and challenge ourselves through intentional breath and movement, while strengthening meditative awareness and focus both on and off the mat. The space held within this class is an open environment to safely discover the relationship we cultivate with our bodies through expressive flows and dynamic sequencing accessible to students of any level with a strong emphasis on connection to breath and compassion for self. We will begin with herbal tea, gentle breathwork and end with Savasana and restorative Yoga Nidra meditation.
 
Saturday, April 26
10:30am
In the Green Room at the Lodge
Free to Guests – Gratuities Graciously accepted
Venmo: @Briana-Griffin-2
 

I  am a certified yoga teacher and herbalist who simply loves restoration and connection through movement, nature, the plants, and hot springs (of course).

Yoga Rx with Amber Abbott

Yoga Rx is a therapeutic yoga class designed to support healing and restoration for those dealing with injury, chronic pain, and postural misalignment. This class emphasizes slow, gentle movements and deep stretches, targeting the myofascial tissues to release tension and promote flexibility. Incorporating elements of Restorative, Yin, and Yoga Nidra practices, Yoga Rx provides a deeply relaxing experience, with soothing, affirmative suggestions to relief pain, enhance relaxation and foster a sense of inner calm. Ideal for anyone seeking a mindful approach to physical and mental recovery.

Saturday, April 26
2:00pm
Sunday, April 27
10:30am
In the Green Room at the Lodge
Free to Guests – Gratuities Graciously accepted
Venmo: @Amber-Abbott-4
Paypal: @AAACoaching

Amber Abbott is a Yoga teacher and Hypnotherapist with over 15 years experience leading classes, events and private sessions. Her passion is helping people who are suffering from chronic pain, that could be physical, mental or emotional. She believes yoga and meditation can be used in a therapeutic way to address the root cause of pain and suffering and help facilitate a happy, healthy life. She loves spending time in nature, traveling and learning new ways to make the world a better place.
amberabbottcht.com

New Moon Drum Circles

Bring drums, noisemakers and yourselves…

The Saturday closest to the New Moon
8:00pm – Midnight
At the Drum Circle past the Meditation Pool
Free to Guests – Gratuities Graciously Accepted

2025 Dates:
April 26, May 24, June 28, July 26, August 23 September 20, October 18, November 22, December 20

Yin Yoga with Brie

This 75 minute afternoon practice is a slow-paced and deeply relaxing all levels class, with emphasis upon long-held, passive floor postures ranging from 3-5 mins each. This specific practice works deeply into the fascia network and connective tissues joints with a meditative emphasis on breath and relaxation. This soft and steady practice flows slowly through several different postures to strengthen awareness, support mobility, and promote deep relaxation, it is suitable for any level of practitioner. We will begin with herbal tea, gentle breathwork and end with Savasana and restorative Yoga Nidra meditation.
 
Sunday, April 27
2:00pm
In the Green Room at the Lodge
Free to Guests – Gratuities Graciously accepted
Venmo: @Briana-Griffin-2
 

I  am a certified yoga teacher and herbalist who simply loves restoration and connection through movement, nature, the plants, and hot springs (of course).

Jim Bratt: In Concert

My music is a rich tapestry that blends the timeless sophistication of classical music with the soulful improvisation of jazz and the heartfelt expressiveness of blues. It carries the rhythmic pulse of Brazilian and Latin influences, creating an inviting groove reminiscent of the funk energy found in the works of James Brown and Sly Stone. At the same time, it honors the heritage of classical composers like Villa Lobos, weaving intricate melodic narratives with a deep sense of cultural history. This synthesis of styles results in an eclectic yet cohesive sound—one that invites listeners to both relax and groove, inspiring a journey through diverse musical landscapes. Additionally, I mix in some Folk and Country Western songs. I play local venues in Nevada City, Grass Valley area. 

I toured in the 1970’s with Soul R&B singing and dance show group called The Masterplan, in west coast California, Oregon and Canada.

Sunday, April 27
4:00pm
In the Green Room at the Lodge
Free to Guests – Gratuities Graciously accepted

Open Mic Show and Tell

All shenanigans welcome! Singing, poetry, dancing, storytelling, jokes, your favorite rock… Please join us!

The first Thursday of the month
6-8 pm in the Green Room

2025 Dates:
May 1, June 5, July 3, August 7, September 4, October 2, November 6, December 4

All-Levels Vinyasa Flow with Emma Fajer

Come flow with us in an all-levels Vinyasa class! Move through sequences that connect breath with movement, helping you build strength, improve flexibility, and find a sense of inter-connectedness. Whether you’re new to yoga or have been practicing for years, this class is all about meeting you where you’re at and guiding you through a practice that leaves you feeling grounded and refreshed to help aid in your healing experience here at Sierra Hot Springs. 

Saturday & Sunday, May 3 & 4
10:30am
In the Green Room at the Lodge
Free to Guests – Gratuities Graciously accepted
Venmo: @Emma-Fajer

I am a passionate yoga instructor with over 10 years of personal practice and a RYT 200 certification. Yoga is a cornerstone of my spiritual practice, and I love sharing its transformative power with others. My teachings have been influenced by the wide variety of classes I have taken all around the world, as well as different explorations of mindfulness, a deep sense of somatic awareness, and my personal meditation practice. When not on the mat, you’ll find me adventuring outdoors, working with children, dancing, singing, or soaking in hot springs. 

Laughing Yoga: Joyful Release & Renewal

Come laugh your stress away! Laughing Yoga is a playful, heart-opening practice that blends deep breathing, movement, imagination, creativity, and—of course—laughter. Proven to relieve tension, reduce pain, and boost your mood, this practice was founded in India by Dr. Madan Kataria and has since spread across the world. Join us for this uplifting session and leave feeling lighter, freer, and full of life!

Saturday, May 3
2:00pm
In the Green Room at the Lodge
Free to Guests – Gratuities Graciously accepted
Paypal: donations@AwakeningTruth.org

Amma Thanasanti has been meditating for 46 years and teaching for 30. A former Theravāda Buddhist nun of 26 years, including two decades in the Ajahn Chah Forest Tradition, she now blends deep wisdom with playful, heart-centered practices. A certified Laughing Yoga instructor, Amma brings joy, movement, and connection to her teachings.

She considers herself a Dharma Coyote rather than a Buddhist, loves to dance, and makes friends easily with trees, animals, rocks, and water. Passionate about trauma-informed meditation, she weaves together mindfulness, safety, and joy—guiding others to cultivate deep connection with themselves, each other, and the natural world.

Loving-Kindness Meditation: Open Your Heart, Soothe Your Soul

Immerse yourself in the warmth of Loving-Kindness, a gentle yet profound practice for cultivating compassion—for yourself, others, and the world around you. We’ll explore why kindness can feel challenging, how to make it more accessible, and then settle into a guided meditation and discussion. This session is perfect for anyone seeking peace, clarity, and a little extra love in their day.

Sunday, May 4
2:00pm
In the Green Room at the Lodge
Free to Guests – Gratuities Graciously accepted
Paypal: donations@AwakeningTruth.org

Amma Thanasanti has been meditating for 46 years and teaching for 30. A former Theravāda Buddhist nun of 26 years, including two decades in the Ajahn Chah Forest Tradition, she now blends deep wisdom with playful, heart-centered practices. A certified Laughing Yoga instructor, Amma brings joy, movement, and connection to her teachings.

She considers herself a Dharma Coyote rather than a Buddhist, loves to dance, and makes friends easily with trees, animals, rocks, and water. Passionate about trauma-informed meditation, she weaves together mindfulness, safety, and joy—guiding others to cultivate deep connection with themselves, each other, and the natural world.

Sivanada Yoga with Elle Walker Buckton

This class is in the Sivanada style which consists of a bit of meditation, pranayama and yoga asana that focuses on balancing the flow of energy through the chakras as well as postures that emphasize exertion followed by deep relaxation.

The class is a moving meditation that brings stillness to the mind. Open to all levels of yogic ability.

Friday, May 16
2:00pm
In the Green Room at the Lodge
Free to Guests – Gratuities Graciously accepted
Venmo: @moonayurveda

Elle is a yogini and an Ayurvedic Practitioner. Her Yogic lineage is Sivananda Yoga. She sees Ayurvedic patients in her office in Olympic Valley, CA and is on the faculty at the California College of Ayurveda in Nevada City, CA where she teaches Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy, Marma Therapy and other body therapy intensives and workshops. She also teaches Ayurveda 101 and Healing Your Life which are on line zoom classes open to the general public through the college. Elle hosts yoga retreats in Costa Rica annually as well as retreats in Northern California. It is her dharma to bring yoga and Ayurveda to her community with love and compassion.
ayurvedaluna.com

Live Acoustic Music with Liam Kyle Cahill & Kasey Christensen

With five albums and 1000+ shows under his belt, folk-rocker Liam Kyle Cahill brings energy and passion to his extensive mix of original and cover material. His songs shine as bright as his smile with the kind of storytelling that touches something deep within all of us.
Kasey Christensen is a Reno-based folksinger that combines her silky, soulful voice with the sweetness of an acoustic guitar or ukulele to paint an audible landscape that draws audiences in.

Saturday, May 17
7:00pm
In the Green Room at the Lodge
Free to Guests – Gratuities Graciously accepted
Venmo: @LiamKyleMusic, @Kasey-Christensen-1

liamkylecahill.com
www.instagram.com/kasey.christensen.music

 

Breathwork: Kundalini Yoga and Pranayama Breath with Kat Stewart

An energizing class blending Kundalini Yoga and Pranayama breath. Learn to control your breath to boost your immune system, eliminate stress, obtain mental clarity, increase motivation and clear energy blocks.
Practice starts with yoga asana to warm up.
75 minute practice.

Thursday, May 22
4:00pm
In the Green Room at the Lodge
Free to Guests – Gratuities Graciously accepted
Venmo: @ShantiKat

Teaching Yoga is a great joy and service in my life. Living Yoga and creating a life practice is what I wish to inspire. I became a Teacher, in the early 80’s, as a Fitness Aerobics instructor and manager of a fitness club
30 years ago, I moved into the depths of Yoga, completing a 1 year Yoga teacher training at Yoga Kula in Berkeley. Since then, I have extensively expanded my knowledge with numerous workshops, trainings and retreats. I Love Breathwork and Kundalini yoga, offering numerous techniques and always weaving pranayama and meditation into my classes teaching: All-Levels Hatha yoga, Gentle, Yin, Restorative yoga.
For more information, visit yogainnapa.com

Storytelling through Songwriting with Dolly Dapper

Dolly Dapper is a new original folk duo that weaves and harmonizes soulful lyrics and melodies from the vantage points of Jenna Talbott and Chandler Seipert. Talbott, with her MA in depth psychology in the arts, will guide an interactive set that welcomes discourse and storytelling along the way. This organic yet curated evening will use music and songwriting to lovingly touch upon the archetypal tones that, despite our differences, move through us all.

Saturday & Sunday, May 24 & 25
4:00pm
In the Green Room at the Lodge
Free to Guests – Gratuities Graciously accepted
Venmo: @stilltheweather
Paypal: @stilltheweather

instagram.com/dollydapperduo

Silent Disco with Mystr Hatchet

Mystr Hatchet started as a DJ casually playing undergrounds, house parties and indie clubs in San Francisco in 2007. Over the years, he has developed a vibe that adapts well to the mood and keeps you in the groove. His affinity for upbeat, deep and funky house melts into eclectic soulful mixes that saturate the dance floor with energy and bounce. He brings a unique sound to house music, drawing on influences from hip-hop, funk, soul, Motown, world, reggae and disco. Some call it bouncy/soul house, some call it horsetrot but the gamut of sounds for the perfect moment are what keeps the vibe in the right place at the right time.
Mystr Hatchet is a resident DJ and coproducer of the Dusty Rhino, an immersive art car originally built for Burning Man that brings music, art and fire into a huge mobile party. You can find him rocking parties in San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York and across the globe in Southeast Asia and Europe.
Over the years, Mystr Hatchet has had the pleasure to play alongside some amazing artists including: DJ Dan, Tycho, Worthy, Justin Martin, Claude Vonstroke, Will Clarke, Skrillex, UMEK, Lee Reynolds, Lushbunny, Rambo Party, Mikey Lion, Stanton Warriors, Simon Shackleton, Deekline, Mafia Kiss, The Scumfrog, Goldfish, Afrika Boombaata, Lee Coombs, DJ Icon, Tek Freaks, David Starfire, Desert Dwellers and Sunshine Jones, more.
For booking, please contact directly through Soundcloud.
soundcloud.com/mystr_hatchet

Friday & Saturday, May 30 & 31
8:00 – 9:30pm
In the Green Room at the Lodge
Free to Guests – Gratuities Graciously accepted
Venmo: @Mystr_Hatchet

Live Music with Vocal Perspective

Vocal Perspective presents thought-provoking songs and pleasing harmonies. Their repertoire includes original and cover songs, ’60s folk music, a cappella songs, and children’s favorites.

Saturday, May 31
7:00pm
In the Green Room at the Lodge
Free to Guests – Gratuities Graciously accepted
Venmo: @LiamKyleMusic, @Kasey-Christensen-1

Wayne has been singing, playing acoustic guitar, and writing music for most of his life. Laurie joined him 15 years ago on vocals and has since taken up harmonica and drumming. Vocal Perspective has performed at various Minnesota venues including County Fairs, the Reif Performing Arts Center, the Grand Rapids Summer Concert Series, the Itasca Children’s Fair, coffee shops, and house concerts.

Storytelling through Songwriting with Dolly Dapper

Dolly Dapper is a new original folk duo that weaves and harmonizes soulful lyrics and melodies from the vantage points of Jenna Talbott and Chandler Seipert. Talbott, with her MA in depth psychology in the arts, will guide an interactive set that welcomes discourse and storytelling along the way. This organic yet curated evening will use music and songwriting to lovingly touch upon the archetypal tones that, despite our differences, move through us all.

Saturday & Sunday, June 7 & 8
4:00pm
In the Green Room at the Lodge
Free to Guests – Gratuities Graciously accepted
Venmo: @stilltheweather
Paypal: @stilltheweather

instagram.com/dollydapperduo

All-Levels Vinyasa Flow with Emma Fajer

Come flow with us in an all-levels Vinyasa class! Move through sequences that connect breath with movement, helping you build strength, improve flexibility, and find a sense of inter-connectedness. Whether you’re new to yoga or have been practicing for years, this class is all about meeting you where you’re at and guiding you through a practice that leaves you feeling grounded and refreshed to help aid in your healing experience here at Sierra Hot Springs. 

Saturday & Sunday, June 14 & 15
10:30am
In the Green Room at the Lodge
Free to Guests – Gratuities Graciously accepted
Venmo: @Emma-Fajer

I am a passionate yoga instructor with over 10 years of personal practice and a RYT 200 certification. Yoga is a cornerstone of my spiritual practice, and I love sharing its transformative power with others. My teachings have been influenced by the wide variety of classes I have taken all around the world, as well as different explorations of mindfulness, a deep sense of somatic awareness, and my personal meditation practice. When not on the mat, you’ll find me adventuring outdoors, working with children, dancing, singing, or soaking in hot springs. 

Breathwork: Kundalini Yoga and Pranayama Breath with Kat Stewart

An energizing class blending Kundalini Yoga and Pranayama breath. Learn to control your breath to boost your immune system, eliminate stress, obtain mental clarity, increase motivation and clear energy blocks.
Practice starts with yoga asana to warm up.
75 minute practice.

Friday, June 20
4:00pm
Saturday, June 21
10:30am
In the Green Room at the Lodge
Free to Guests – Gratuities Graciously accepted
Venmo: @ShantiKat

Teaching Yoga is a great joy and service in my life. Living Yoga and creating a life practice is what I wish to inspire. I became a Teacher, in the early 80’s, as a Fitness Aerobics instructor and manager of a fitness club
30 years ago, I moved into the depths of Yoga, completing a 1 year Yoga teacher training at Yoga Kula in Berkeley. Since then, I have extensively expanded my knowledge with numerous workshops, trainings and retreats. I Love Breathwork and Kundalini yoga, offering numerous techniques and always weaving pranayama and meditation into my classes teaching: All-Levels Hatha yoga, Gentle, Yin, Restorative yoga.
For more information, visit yogainnapa.com

Laughing Yoga: Joyful Release & Renewal

Come laugh your stress away! Laughing Yoga is a playful, heart-opening practice that blends deep breathing, movement, imagination, creativity, and—of course—laughter. Proven to relieve tension, reduce pain, and boost your mood, this practice was founded in India by Dr. Madan Kataria and has since spread across the world. Join us for this uplifting session and leave feeling lighter, freer, and full of life!

Saturday, June 28
12:00pm
In the Green Room at the Lodge
Free to Guests – Gratuities Graciously accepted
Paypal: donations@AwakeningTruth.org

Amma Thanasanti has been meditating for 46 years and teaching for 30. A former Theravāda Buddhist nun of 26 years, including two decades in the Ajahn Chah Forest Tradition, she now blends deep wisdom with playful, heart-centered practices. A certified Laughing Yoga instructor, Amma brings joy, movement, and connection to her teachings.

She considers herself a Dharma Coyote rather than a Buddhist, loves to dance, and makes friends easily with trees, animals, rocks, and water. Passionate about trauma-informed meditation, she weaves together mindfulness, safety, and joy—guiding others to cultivate deep connection with themselves, each other, and the natural world.

Sivanada Yoga with Elle Walker Buckton

This class is in the Sivanada style which consists of a bit of meditation, pranayama and yoga asana that focuses on balancing the flow of energy through the chakras as well as postures that emphasize exertion followed by deep relaxation.

The class is a moving meditation that brings stillness to the mind.
Open to all levels of yogic ability.

Saturday, June 28
4:00pm
Sunday, June 29
10:30am
In the Green Room at the Lodge
Free to Guests – Gratuities Graciously accepted
Venmo: @moonayurveda

Elle is a yogini and an Ayurvedic Practitioner. Her Yogic lineage is Sivananda Yoga. She sees Ayurvedic patients in her office in Olympic Valley, CA and is on the faculty at the California College of Ayurveda in Nevada City, CA where she teaches Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy, Marma Therapy and other body therapy intensives and workshops. She also teaches Ayurveda 101 and Healing Your Life which are on line zoom classes open to the general public through the college. Elle hosts yoga retreats in Costa Rica annually as well as retreats in Northern California. It is her dharma to bring yoga and Ayurveda to her community with love and compassion.
ayurvedaluna.com

Loving-Kindness Meditation: Open Your Heart, Soothe Your Soul

Immerse yourself in the warmth of Loving-Kindness, a gentle yet profound practice for cultivating compassion—for yourself, others, and the world around you. We’ll explore why kindness can feel challenging, how to make it more accessible, and then settle into a guided meditation and discussion. This session is perfect for anyone seeking peace, clarity, and a little extra love in their day.

Sunday, June 29
2:00pm
In the Green Room at the Lodge
Free to Guests – Gratuities Graciously accepted
Paypal: donations@AwakeningTruth.org

Amma Thanasanti has been meditating for 46 years and teaching for 30. A former Theravāda Buddhist nun of 26 years, including two decades in the Ajahn Chah Forest Tradition, she now blends deep wisdom with playful, heart-centered practices. A certified Laughing Yoga instructor, Amma brings joy, movement, and connection to her teachings.

She considers herself a Dharma Coyote rather than a Buddhist, loves to dance, and makes friends easily with trees, animals, rocks, and water. Passionate about trauma-informed meditation, she weaves together mindfulness, safety, and joy—guiding others to cultivate deep connection with themselves, each other, and the natural world.