

FARM TO HEART RETREAT

Farm to Heart Retreat
Friday, November 3 - Sunday, November 5, 2023
"Happiness begins with a grateful heart."
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Join us for our November retreat as we welcome the season of gratitude and thankfulness.
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Whatever season of life you find yourself in, on this retreat we invite you to take a step back and reflect on all that you are grateful for.
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Like all of our retreats, this retreat will include two nights of luxury-style camping, delicious meals freshly prepared, lots of yoga, relaxation, and outdoor exploration!
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It’s happening – and we’d love for you to be a part of it.
Features
Style
Vinyasa Yoga, Yin Yoga, Yoga Nidra
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Skill Level
Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced
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Food
Organic meals & snacks freshly prepared. We do our best to cater to any dietary restrictions.


All About the Farm to Heart Retreat
Your retreat begins the moment you get out of your car. We greet you and show you to your private teepee where you will find a bed that is so comfortable that you'll forget you're camping. Inside your teepee, you will find a diffuser with a relaxing essential oil blend, fresh eucalyptus to ward off any insect visitors, your yoga mat, towels, toiletries, and a special gift from us.
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On our first evening, we will get to know each other with a connection circle that offers the chance to share or to take everything in at your own pace. Dinner will be artfully prepared onsite while you're practicing a gentle vinyasa to help ground you from your travels. When you've finished up yoga & supper, we will settle in around a campfire with s'mores and the chance to be present with each other.
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As you begin to hear the birds chirping Saturday morning, we will gently knock on your teepee with your fresh coffee delivery. Once you've had those first precious sips, you're invited to join us on a silent hike through nature. You will then wake up with your first yoga class of the day before eating a hardy breakfast to fuel you up.
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From breakfast, we will head to the springs for a chance to experience the natural flow of the water pushing us along. You will have the opportunity to see birds, fish, otters, and plenty of plant life. The water is beautiful beyond words and something that you have to see for yourself!
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After your trip down the Ichetucknee, you'll eat lunch before heading to our private cenote where you will be guided through a floating yoga Nidra. Yoga Nidra means, Yogic Sleep, so while this will be less than an hour, you will feel like you've had a long nap to get you through the rest of your day.
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With free time awaiting you on the other side of your "yogi nap," you have the option to add on a massage, a helicopter ride over the river, a private yoga class. These are all add-on activities that need to be scheduled in advance but if they do not suit you, this is also a wonderful time for rest, journaling, reading, or exploring. There will also be an optional breathwork activity during this time.
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As the day winds down, we have another optional mini breath workshop help release the rest of your energy while dinner is being prepared. We will eat our meals together, family style, as the sun sets over the pasture. Night slowly starts approaching and the sky becomes a blanket of stars with a beautiful full moon that sets the perfect ambiance for our connection circle. Here, you're offered a safe place to be vulnerable and connect with guests and your true self with no expectation and nobody wanting or needing anything at all from you. Before bed, you may enjoy a gentle chair yoga series or a nighttime meditation to ease the mind and body.
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Sunday morning, wake up feeling refreshed as you enjoy your coffee and morning hike. You'll flow right into your yin yoga practice to marinate your body in healing postures before enjoying your breakfast. After you eat, meet in our connection circle for a love-filled closing ceremony.
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Then, the only downfall of the retreat, leaving! We will miss you, but after our weekend, you'll be part of the Yoga Elements Retreats family forever!

What Makes This Retreat Special?
Imagine yourself floating down the pristine waters of the Ichetucknee River after your morning yoga class, playing with friendly highland cows, and meditating in a private underground cenote. The days are ended under a blanket of stars that can only be offered in the country.
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This retreat is for women of all ages with a sense of adventure! You will be offered up to 5 yoga classes, 2 silent hikes, Yoga Nidra, and forest bathing. You have the luxury of unplugging from the hustle of your everyday life and immersing yourself in nature.
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If you're lucky, let an afternoon shower rinse off any tension that you're holding as you re-learn to dance in the rain!
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Every part of your retreat will be outdoors unless you take reprieve on your comfy bed inside of your teepee.
Just A Few Of The Benefits...
Meet wonderful people who will share the experience with you.
The ideal place to unplug, slow down that fast pace and get back in touch with nature.
Be more relaxed and refreshed than you've ever been.
Become stronger mentally and find inner peace.
Have a wonderful time learning a different practice than your own.

Day 1
4:00 PM | Guest Check-In & Settle Into Teepees
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5:30 PM | Gentle Vinyasa Class
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7:00 PM | Dinner by the Campfire
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8:00 PM | S'mores & Connection Time
Day 2
7:00 AM | Silent Sunrise Hike & Meditation
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8:00 AM | Morning Vinyasa Flow
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9:00 | Breakfast & Free Time
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10:00 AM | Ichetucknee River Forest Bathing
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1:00 PM | Picnic Style Lunch
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1:30 PM | Yoga Nidra in the Cenote
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2:30 PM | Free Time - Add On Activities
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5:30 PM | Breathwork & Nature Connection
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6:00 PM | Showers & Settle in for Dinner
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7:00 PM | Dinner & Connection Circle
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8:30 PM | Restorative Chair Yoga & Bedtime Mediation
Day 3
7:30 AM | Silent Sunrise Hike & Meditation
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7:30 AM | Breakfast
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8:00 AM | Yin Yoga
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9:00 AM | Closing Connection Circle
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11:00 AM | Check-Out

Program
While we do our best to stick to our itinerary, sometimes we must move activities around based on the weather because our retreats do operate rain or shine.
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Please check out our detailed itinerary to see everything we have to offer but please remember that this is YOUR retreat and you're welcome to opt-out of anything that doesn't suit you.
Foods
You can expect meals to be specially curated by our retreat hosts for this training & retreat. All meals will be included and we can accommodate some dietary restrictions with notice upon booking.

Instructors



Accomodation

Private Luxury Teepee
Our private luxury teepee accommodation offers guests a cozy, tranquil, home away from home - digital detox style! Your teepee is situated near other guests, but with enough space to be truly private. While this is camping, the mattress and linens are nothing short of luxury! Added details include fresh eucalyptus, essential oil diffuser, misting fan and a reading light.
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Price: $900

Additional Details
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LocationThis retreat is located in Apopka, FL. For this retreat, we have reserved an entire campground to ensure peace, tranquility, and privacy. At the end of a short country road, you will arrive to see your whimsical teepee awaiting you. At night, you'll hear the crackling of a campfire while you eat s'mores before winding down for bed. In the country, you're bid goodnight by a spectacular sunset before being wrapped in a blanket of stars in the wide open sky. In the morning, you will wake to the chirping of birds and fresh coffee delivered to your own personal teepee. For our water activities, we will float down the pristine, clear waters of Rock springs where you will see an array of wild birds, otters, and even fish, as well as marine plant life. We have the luxury of disconnecting from our devices and regular lives to immerse ourselves in nature during this retreat. You're invited to embrace every gift that mother Earth has to offer, from the butterflies to the rain showers- you are gifted the lesson in it all.
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What's Included?Accommodation Daily delicious and nutritious meals Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day Daily yoga classes Daily meditation classes Daily coffee delivery in bed Daily sound bath sessions Intuitive Horse Connection at Horse Rescue Sanctuary Stand-up Paddleboarding on crystal clear springs Nature hikes with a trusted guide Nightly bonfires with s'mores Personalized Travel Planning Assistance Transportation during the retreat Luggage storage Free parking
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What's Not Included?Flights costs Additional activities not included in the itinerary Additional treatments
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Cost and Payment plansThe cost for our all-inclusive retreat is $989. This covers all your accommodations, meals, and scheduled activities at our beautiful riverside location in Apopka, Florida. To secure your spot, a 20% deposit is required at the time of booking. This deposit is fully refundable if you cancel at least 60 days before the retreat start date. After this point, the deposit becomes non-refundable. Once your deposit is received, our team will contact you to arrange a personalized payment plan that suits your preferences. Please note that the final payment for the retreat must be completed 30 days before the start date. Additionally, to avoid credit card processing fees, payments can be accepted in the form of cash, check, or Zelle.
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What to Bring- Clothing for Hiking, Yoga, and Horseback Riding: - Quick-dry T-shirts - Yoga pants or leggings (suitable for both yoga and hiking, and can be worn for horseback riding) - Light jacket - Footwear: - Sneakers suitable for hiking and can also be worn for horseback riding - Optional water shoes for wet activities - Bathing Suit: - Comfortable swimwear - Refillable Water Bottle: - Durable reusable water bottle with caribeaner clip - Journal & Pen: - Any journal and a pen - Sunscreen & Bug Spray(provided): - Broad-spectrum sunscreen - Effective bug repellent (Skin So Soft is our preferred non-deet option) - Toiletry Essentials: - Toothbrush, toothpaste, hair ties, etc. - Optional Items: - Flip flops for casual wear - Headlamp for nighttime - "No Talent, Talent Show" Costume: - A simple, fun costume for the talent show
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What is a "No Talent, Talent Show?"A "no talent, talent show" is essentially our fun way of helping everyone at the retreat channel their inner child, share some laughs, and create lasting memories together. Talent? Not necessary! Erin and Whitney often lead the charge, with Erin usually coaxing Whitney into joining her for a playful act. Talent isn’t a necessity here, just a good spirit and willingness to have fun. We encourage costumes to add to the hilarity and enjoyment—it's all about letting loose and having a great time!
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Electricity & OutletsInside your cozy teepee, you'll discover battery-operated lights and a fan to enhance your comfort. Additionally, a portable battery pack is available for you to keep your phone or watch charged and ready. Please note, there is just one main outlet in the area, and it's primarily reserved for cooking and essential operations. This retreat is designed to help you unplug from the digital world and reconnect with both nature and yourself. We encourage you to embrace this opportunity to step away from constant connectivity and immerse yourself in the tranquil surroundings and personal reflection.
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How to Get There ( Flights + Cars)We recommend flying into one of the airports listed below and then using a car service such as Uber or Lyft to complete your travel to the retreat or rent a car. Airports: Orlando International Airport (MCO) Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) Daytona Beach Internatioanl Airport (DAB) ​​Please note that guests are responsible for making their own way to and from the retreat, this is not included in the price. We will provide an exact address at the time of booking. This retreat will be held in Apopka, Florida, about 30 minutes from Orlando.
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Travel Insurance SuggestionsWhile we do our best to hold our retreats rain or shine in order to offer guests the full experience of Earth's elements, we must always put safety first. With that being said, we do recommend travel insurance in the event of dangerous weather. We aim to notify our guests of cancellations at least four days in advance but also recognize that in Florida, severe weather can develop more quickly. Yoga Elements Retreats will refund 100% of what you have paid to us directly. If you book through a third party company, please be advised of their policies. We do not receive deposits from these companies until after retreats are finished, so we have no control on their decisions. January typically doesn't bring weather that poses as a threat to our retreats.
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Responsible TravelWe love that you're here to enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings, and we have a small favor to ask to keep it pristine. Please help us leave no trace that we were here. That means picking up all your trash and making sure nothing is left behind. Also, while it's tempting to get close to wildlife or feed the animals for that perfect photo op, we really need to respect their space and keep a safe distance. This helps keep both you and the animals safe and ensures that nature remains undisturbed. Thanks for helping us maintain the beauty and integrity of this special place!