Let’s escape the NC Summer heat and head for the hills! September 26-29, 2024
Join Stacy Ingham for a 3 day retreat at Bend of Ivy Retreat Center near Marshall, NC, about 30 minutes north of Asheville. Bend of Ivy is located on 63 acres in the Blue Ridge Mountains with great hiking nearby. We’ll wake up each morning surrounded by nature, and start our day with Mysore practice followed by instructed Pranayama practice to prepare for a day of hiking nearby and/or exploring the amenities Bend of Ivy has to offer onsite. Meals will be catered, with vegetarian and omnivore options. Late afternoons we’ll gather for a clinic or discussion of yogic texts, followed by a delicious dinner, and an evening to gather and relax together, or find a quiet space on the grounds to reflect on your day.
This will be a perfect time to step away from your daily responsibilities and reconnect with your deeper self through time spent in nature and surrounded by like minded people.
What to Expect
During this three night / four day retreat in the mountains of North Carolina, you can expect:
—Daily Mysore-style Ashtanga classes followed by Instructed Pranayama practice, and two afternoon sessions of asana and yoga theory exploration/discussion
—Three delicious meals per day beginning with dinner on Thursday evening and ending with breakfast on Sunday
—Three nights of lodging at Bend of Ivy
—Optional group hike and other activities in the area
A more detailed schedule of meals, yoga classes, and group activities will be provided closer to the retreat dates.
The Details
Retreat rate includes:
—3 nights accommodations at Bend of Ivy Lodge
—Three delicious meals per day (dinner only on arrival day and breakfast only on departure day)
—Daily yoga sessions
—Optional group hike
Retreat rate does not include:
—Transportation to/from the lodge
—Spa treatments or additional excursions
—Alcoholic drinks
—Credit card processing fees
Our Host Location:
Bend of Ivy Lodge
Our host location is nestled in the lush Blue Ridge Mountains on 63 acres immersed in natural beauty, only 30 minutes from Asheville.
Bend of Ivy offers amazing views of the surrounding area. The tallest peak east of the Mississippi, Mount Mitchell, can easily be seen from the property. In addition to the mountain views, there are also several charming spots to sit and relax, such as the river bank.
The lodge is at the heart of the property with easy access to the pond area, viewpoints, and the river. The beautifully-remodeled tobacco barn is the perfect place to make you feel a million miles away from everything.
This property, nestled in the trees, has all the amenities you need to feel comfy and cozy. The lodge has everything you need, including high-speed WiFi, a gas fireplace, sound system, and television Check out the history of the lodge here!
The lodge has a total of nine bedrooms. There are four bedrooms and a lounge on the lower level, and five bedrooms on the upper level. There are four bathrooms to be shared by retreat participants, plus a kitchen, dining room, and large living room, perfect for gathering or relaxing.
Accommodation
Options
Amounts shown represent the total investment for the retreat.
Shared Room (Double Occupancy) - $1,200/person; $1,125/person if booked by March 30th, 2024
These rooms are for two people and can be set up with two twin beds, or one king bed for a couple. Lodge bathrooms are shared by all guests.
Private Room (Single Occupancy) - $1,500; $1,425 if booked by March 30th, 2024
These rooms are for one person and have one single bed. Lodge bathrooms are shared by all guests.
Click Here for a virtual tour and images of the retreat center
Payment Details and Cancelation Policy
To secure your space on the retreat a non-refundable US $250 deposit is required. A payment schedule will be provided upon registration, however, you may pay in full at any time prior to July 25th, 2024.
Anyone registering after July 25th, 2024 will be expected to pay in full upon registration.
Should you need to cancel your reservation at least 60 days prior to the start of the retreat, you will receive a refund for payment made less the $250 deposit. Should you need to cancel less than 60 days prior to the retreat, for whatever reason, we will not be able to provide a refund or credit. No refund or credit will be given for arriving late or departing early. Payments must be made in accordance with the payment schedule in order to hold your space. In the unlikely event AYS Raleigh needs to cancel the retreat, a full refund will be given.
Meet Your Host
Stacy Ingham - Owner/Director Ashtanga Yoga School Raleigh; ERYT500
Stacy began her yoga journey with a 6-week intro to Ashtanga class in St Louis in 1998. She has been practicing ever since. She began teaching in the Triangle, North Carolina area in 2001.
A student of David Garrigues since 2009, she has been apprenticing with him since 2014. David is one of the few teachers in the US certified to teach Ashtanga yoga by the late world renowned master Sri K Patthabi Jois.
Studying under David's expert guidance, Stacy has completed the 3rd Series of Ashtanga yoga, taken on a more serious study of the 8 limbs of Ashtanga yoga, and been inspired to share what she has learned with others.
She has learned over her years as a student and teacher that a strong foundation of body and mind, built and attended to with patience, persistence and an eye for details is key to a long-lasting and fruitful practice and study of yoga.