Relax into the freeze of the winter and transmute the depths of your underworld for an abundant spring. Join Amber Starr and Shandra for a retreat to reroot yourself with kundalini, yoga, embodiment practices, nature, nourishing food, and inner exploration.
The retreat takes place against the backdrop of the tranquil forest near Harpers Ferry, providing the perfect atmosphere for deep introspection and personal growth. Next to the Potomac River and nestled within the forest, the retreat house boasts breathtaking views. The on-site yoga shala offers a stunning vantage point of the river, and the property also features ancient caves to explore.
During our time together we will explore what it means to truly descend into the depths of our inner worlds to be able to transform our outer worlds.
In our descent, we will work with the heart opening qualities of Cacao and the protective and immune supporting qualities of osha root, echinacea, and nettle. Along the journey, the grounded calmness of chamomile, lavender, and kava are there to support you.
You can look to nature for spiritual wisdom, and its’ ability to transform, transmute, overcome, and flourish. We will focus on the concept of transmutation, and learn how the underworld of nature is connected to all of the processes and cycles of the natural world.
Schedule:
Friday
4:30pm Arrival
5:00pm Fire/sunset opening cacao ceremony and ecstatic dance
6:30pm Dinner
8:00 pm Yin yoga w/ Amber
Saturday
7am Yoga and meditation w/ Amber
10am Brunch
12pm Transmutation Kundalini session w/ Shandra
2pm lunch/free time
6 pm Dinner
7:30 pm yin yoga w/ Amber
Sunday
7am kundalini and yoga w/ Shandra
9am Breakfast
10am Closing ceremony
11am Checkout
Optional: Afternoon group exploration of Harper’s Ferry & Lunch (not included)
Activities:
Cacao and fire ceremony
Ecstatic dance embodiment practice
4 yoga classes, 2 kundalini breathwork sessions
5 nourishing vegetarian meals over the course of the weekend
Herbal teas and potions
Natural self-care goody bag
Activities to explore during free time:
Ancient cave meditations
Forest walks
Kayaking on the river
Tarot + Oracle cards
Pricing & Accommodation:
All rooms have a private bathroom and include food/drinks/snacks for the weekend
Private king room (couple price): $1100
Private single (queen or king): $900
Shared twin room: $550
Packing list:
Yoga mat
Slippers/warm socks
Comfortable clothes for yoga
Warm layers/blanket
Bathing suit for the hot tub (or jump in the river!)
Talisman or object to place on the alter to represent your rebirth process
Reserve your spot now
Instructors:
Shandra Furtado received her 200 hr YTT in Rishikesh, India, in 2019. She specializes in Kundalini, breathwork, meditation and guided imagery. She is also an artist/photographer, permaculture designer, and the Executive Director of the SNAC Garden Foundation, an organization that teaches nutrition and ecological knowledge to K-5 students through gardening.
Amber Starr
A little over six years ago, yoga teacher training helped me discover my quest for healing and sharing that with others. This time of my life was filled with huge change, LOVE and positivity which “cracked my heart wide open” like nothing ever had before. I’ve delved deep into the SELF, nutrition, plant medicine and embodiment practices like somatic healing.
My certifications include: YTT 200hr, partial 300hr continuum, with Dimitra Yoga, an Internal strength and mobility coach through the FRS system, Sacred Facilitation as a women’s group space holder and Certified Herbalist. Reiki Lv 1 and 2 certified.