Woo hoo…the energy of the Red Rocks in Sedona, Arizona have long been calling my name, and I’m super excited to announce that this Redhead is heading to the Red Rocks and I hope you will join me!

Are you ready for a week of yoga, meditation, kirtan, mantra, healing, energy empowerment, ayurveda, and transformation in one of the most beautiful places on the earth?

If you answered yes, pack your yoga mat and head out to the gorgeous Red Rocks of Sedona, Arizona with Cynthia Mathis and me this March 6-13, 2016 for a yoga retreat that rolls right into the Sedona Yoga Festival. For the first four days you will start the morning with yoga and meditation with Maria in a gorgeous space with  floor-to-ceiling windows that provide panoramic views of Sedona’s majestic Red Rocks.

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This is the view out the windows of our yoga studio at Agave of Sedona.

Weather permitting we can practice outside on this patio!!

You will also participate in a two-hour workshop where Cynthia teaches you all about the 7 Levels of Energy and how to use them to empower yourself in all that you do.  The afternoons are for exploring all that Sedona has to offer, and the retreat includes a group guided hiking tour and a Touch the Earth Vortex Tour with the popular Pink Jeep Tours. After a day of hiking and exploring we’ll end the day with relaxing yoga sessions that will include restorative yoga, yoga therapy balls, meditation, and yoga nidra.

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The energy of Sedona’s famous vortices and the spectacular natural beauty of Sedona’s red rocks combine to make Sedona, Arizona one the “Top 100 Places to Visit in the World” according to Trip Advisor. Accommodations for the first four nights will be at the picturesque Best Western plus Inn of Sedona. The hotel’s award-winning terraced design takes full advantage of its hilltop location with promenade decks all around that allow guests to enjoy 360 degree red rock views without leaving the hotel. Take a stroll along the sunrise side as the day begins, and take in the views as you have your breakfast. In the evening, stroll over to the west side to watch a spectacular sunset right from the deck.

Are you interested in our famous Vortices? Well the Airport Mesa Vortex is just across the street, and the hotel’s shuttle can take you there and bring you back!

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The view from one of the terraces at the Best Western Plus Inn of Sedona

On Thursday after the morning yoga session and breakfast, we’ll pack up and shuttle to the gorgeous Hilton Sedona Resort at Bell Rock the home base for the 2016 Sedona Yoga Festival! There you will enjoy three nights of accommodations and an all-access pass to enjoy all of the yoga teachers, presentations, workshops, and live kirtan concert events at the Festival.

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There will be over 77 presenters and close to 200 workshops over 3 days and 4 nights. In addition to all of the yoga there will be a Heart Center Village with 33 conscious vendors, a dharma talk stage, open playshops, and a conscious cafe to spend time at between all your heart opening, mind bending, conscious expanding, soul awakening conference scheduled activities. I guarantee when you see the schedule of events, you will have a hard time selecting which ones to attend because the offerings will be so rich! I just hope that everyone who attends the retreats will find the time to attend my workshops that will be part of the Sedona Yoga festival lineup!

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Hilton Sedona Resort and Spa Offers exquisite two room suites and deluxe guest rooms featuring their own fireplace, flat panel LCD televisions, private balcony or patio and high speed internet access. All accommodations feature small refrigerators, and microwave ovens. At the Hilton you can relax by one of their three sparkling pools and enjoy a sumptuous meal in the Grille at ShadowRock. The Hilton Sedona Resort and Spa is Sedona’s only spa and golf resort. Sports enthusiasts can take advantage of the onsite 18 hole championship golf course or enjoy a game of tennis. The resort’s Spa offers signature body treatments that will take you on one of three unique journeys. Included in your stay will be complimentary access to the spa’s fitness facility. Work out in the resorts 2,500 state of the art Precor fitness room or take advantage of the fitness classes. After the work out enjoy the facility’s gender specific steam rooms, saunas and Jacuzzis.

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Daily Downward Dog | Sedona Yoga Retreat & Festival| March 6 – 13, 2016

What’s Included:

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  • 4 Nights at the Best Western Plus Inn of Sedona (Sedona Double Queen – 2 Queen Beds – 3rd Floor)
  • 4 Hot Breakfasts at Best Western Plus Inn of Sedona
  • Four Morning Yoga & Meditation Sessions with Maria at Agave of Sedona
  • Three Sunset Restorative Yoga & Meditation Sessions with Maria at Agave of Sedona
  • A 2-hour Energy Leadership Workshop exploring the 7 levels of energy and what they mean to you personally, based on your own energy assessment.
  • Guided Sacred Sites Hiking Tour to the Chapel of the Holy Cross, the Labyrinth, and the Amitabha Stupa and Lunch
  • Guided Touch the Earth Vortex Tour with Pink Jeep Tours of Sedona and Lunch
  • Transportation from Best Western Plus to Hilton on March 10
  • 3 Nights at the Hilton Sedona Resort at Bell Rock in either a 2-Queen Premium Suite or 1-King 1 Bedroom Suite (see additional details below)
  • 1 All Access Pass to the Sedona Yoga Festival (March 10-13, 2016)

About Maria

Santorini Side Plank for DDDMaria Santoferraro (E-RYT 200) spent the past 25 years ravaging her body in the crazy corporate world. Needing a detox from an unhealthy Blackberry addiction, boatloads of stress, and an aching back, she sought out a healthier lifestyle and is grateful to have found her physical and spiritual release through the practice of yoga.

Today she is living a balanced and blissful life, teaching yoga, leading international yoga retreats, sharing inspiration on the Daily Downward Dog, creating meditation videos for Hang 10 Meditation, and contributing her writing to Elephant Journal, Daily Cup of Yoga, and MindBodyGreen.

Her playful, heart-opening teaching combines meditation, breath, alignment, and asana in slow-flowing Hatha yoga classes that encourage students to reconnect to their bodies and breath as a means to fill up with joy. Maria incorporates uplifting class themes, music, poetry, laughter, and the spiritual teachings of yoga to create a peaceful environment where students can quiet their minds, let go, and experience a deep sense of calm and well-being.

In 2011 she was able to combine two of her greatest passions – yoga and the beach – to start her own beach yoga “studio” on the beautiful shores of Lake Erie, Ohio, where she has shared yoga with hundreds of students.

About Cynthia

_H4A0585-EditAs a Professional Coach and Certified Energy Leadership Master Practitioner, Cynthia helps women navigate their way through transition in their personal and professional lives. Cynthia’s insight will help you uncover your true values and beliefs. You will learn how to link your beliefs with your behaviors and actions to remove obstacles that may be holding you back. Tap into your personal power through this introduction to the unique Energy Leadership program and open up new avenues that empower you to thrive.

 

Prices:

Single Occupancy $3,250 & $3,350

Double Occupancy: $2,325 & $2,380 per person

Triple Occupancy: $1,975 & $2,000

Quad Occupancy: $1,850

Lower price includes a King, 1 Bedroom Suite at Hilton Sedona Resort

Higher price include a 2 Queen Premium Suite NS at Hilton Sedona Resort

The suites at the Hilton feature two room suites with two queen beds or one king bed and a pull out queen size sofa bed. Enjoy a little extra space with a private bedroom, separate living and dining area and private balcony or patio. Each suite includes a gas fireplace, microwave, wet bar and two flat panel TVs.

What’s Not Included:

  • Airfare
  • Transportation from airport to and from hotels in Sedona
  • Meals not mentioned in What’s Included
  • Optional excursions
  • Gratuities
  • Travel Insurance

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Payments and Terms & Conditions

A $500 deposit per-person is required to reserve your retreat space and is non-refundable. Final payment is due on February 1, 2016. Prices include taxes and fees. Airfare and meals are not included, unless noted in the whats included section above. If you would like to attend the retreat portion only (March 6-10, 2016) please contact us for details.

Please review the Terms & Conditions before making your reservation.

If you are ready to make your reservation, please click the Buy Now button below to make your secure deposit via PayPal. You will be contacted in regards to your room type.




Questions, Additional Info & Contacts!

For more information or questions email maria @dailydownwarddog.com or call (330) 289-7026.