Nourish Thy Nature is a multi-day retreat service created to offer nourishing, peaceful, community-building events for the Montreal community and beyond. Nourish Thy Nature Retreats are heartfully created to help people connect to their natural sources of strength and personal insight through yoga, exploration in nature and creative expressions.
This summer join us to rejuvenate and rejoice in the bounty of the summer in the Quebec Laurentians with yoga instructor Anna Smutny and Life Coach Emma Kroeker.
Your two-night stay includes:
Daily yoga and meditation practices
Delicious vegetarian meals and snacks
A guided half-day hike in nearby Parc Mont Tremblant
Swimming and lakeside camp fire
Expansive views and walking paths
Peace, comfort and community building
Yoga Classes
Yoga at Kio-O will be a great time to create an intimate practice space surrounded by fresh, natural beauty. All levels are welcome to participate whether you already have a daily practice or are a beginner. These classes can help inspire you to unwind and release stress and tension in the body and mind as well as deepen your connection to the physical body. This dynamic practice is both gentle, invigorating, and meditative. Experience the profound effects of pranayama and chanting. With an emphasis on being present as you move and breathe we will encourage you to take time to observe yourself in a deeper way. Learn about your physical and mental habits and blockages and learn to move past them. As we take care of our bodies and mind we can enjoy the many empowering aspects of a daily yoga practice, feeling strong, open and connected to ourselves.
Guided Nature Hike
On Saturday you will have the option of venturing to the pristine peaks within Foret Oureau’s regional park 30 minutes from the camp. Experience the transformative, energizing effects nature’s influence can have on opening your mind and heart. Take in the views, breathe the fresh air and come back to earth. This will be for intermediate levels of fitness.
Accomodations
The Kio-O Healing Center is located only 1 hour north of Montreal but feels a lifetime away from the city. Located far from the highway, the quiet serenity of the 125 acre property will offer a welcome peace from your busy life. With many kilometers of private walking trails, a small lake for swimming and easily accessible, breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, Kio-O is the perfect location to reconnect with yourself and the natural world. Rooms encompass single beds, linens, and private showers. Our vegetarian meals are prepared by the resident cook with healthy snacks available as well. Yoga will take place indoors and out where you will have the chance to practice and connect your breath with the vibrancy of natural life.
In addition to organized activities there will be plenty of time and space for personal reflection and exploration. You are encouraged to take a stroll with a book, journal or simply to let go of your thoughts. This is your time to unwind and absorb the beauty that is within and out.
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