Ground into Nature: a mindful walk and yoga practice - Air

Join Amanda and Alexandra for a mindful walk and a yoga practice in nature.

We are meeting in a small community group to connect to ourselves and nature. Take a break from the busy city and join us as we explore the beautiful surroundings of Vancouver and we ground through mindful practices. For this third occurrence, we are connecting to the element of Air 🌬️

We will hike the Lynn Loop trail in Lynn Headwaters Regional Park. It is a moderate hike, 5,5km and it will take us about 1h30 - 1h45 to complete it (including breaks and lunch time).

What to expect:

• A small community group to allow for a more meaningful experience
• A hike in nature, to explore the surroundings and witness the beautiful nature
• Every session we connect to a different natural element: water / earth / fire / air
• Learn about forest bathing
• A guided meditation
• A yoga practice in the forest - depending on the grounds we walk on, we will adapt the practice: standing, seating, or on a mat/towel.
• Ayurvedic wisdom shared based on natural elements and how we come from nature
• Optional reiki healing during Savasana
• Optional cold plunge
• Optional sharing circle and picnic

The walk will happen even in the rain, so dress accordingly :)

What to bring:

• Hiking shoes / Boots in case of rain
• Layers + jacket in case of cold or rain
• Water bottle
• Yoga mat or towel (we might not always have space to unroll the mat)
• Journal + pen (optional)
• Swimsuit and towel if you are willing to cold plunge
• Snacks

When: Saturday, July 29th, meeting at 9:30am at the entrance of Lynn headwaters park.

Where: Lynn Headwaters Entrance parking lot.

Exchange: $33

********What’s not included:**********

Transportation to the hike location, we will help arrange carpools. It is also accessible by public transport.

All levels are welcomed.

Limited tickets are available! ⁠Help to spread the word and invite a friend who may enjoy this event!⁠

Please arrive at least 15 min before the scheduled meeting time to allow for parking and finding each other. The exact location will be sent out to attendees, together with a contact number.

About the facilitators:

Amanda

Amanda is a trauma-informed yoga teacher, Ayurvedic Practitioner and Reiki master with focus on women’s health and nervous system regulation.

With over 500h of yoga training and 10 years of experience practicing yoga, Amanda believes in a holistic approach to wellbeing. As a teacher, she is committed to bring yoga and meditation as accessible tools for people to cultivate connection and relaxation.

In her classes she provides a safe space for you to slow down, be present, find calm amidst the chaos, and connect with your body with curiosity and kindness.

Connect with Amanda on Instagram: @abarcellosyoga

Alexandra

Alexandra is a Yoga teacher, Reiki therapist, and Ayurvedic Practitioner and massage therapist. But most of all she is a student of Life, striving to apply healthy routines, and be of service to others. Through her practice - her Sadhana -, she works towards spiritual alignment and promotes well-being in order to keep the mind, body and spirit healthy.

She wants to share the practice of yoga from a holistic standpoint and help you find your way.

In her classes she will focus on grounding by cultivating presence, connecting to your breath and finding ways to help you unite with yourself.

Connect with Alex on Instagram: @grounded_path_yoga_n_wellness

– We respectfully acknowledge that we live and work on the traditional and unceded territories of the Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. –