Journey Through the Chakras
With Anna Winkler and Madalina Blanton
February 17 - 19, 2023
Explore Your Energy Body
RETREAT BY INVITED PRESENTERS
Chakras—the 7 energy centers in your body—have been observed and studied since ancient times, and the wise ones before us have left a wealth of information to be explored. The more we understand how to monitor our energy body, the more we are able to open up to greater ease and peace in our personal lives. We invite you to begin this journey. The effects are immediate.
SPECIAL OFFER: Extend your stay through Monday, and enjoy a free QiGong class with Bob Blanton. During registration, simply add a date, or write retreats@dharmakayacenter.org and we will be happy to help.
STAY SAFE DURING COVID-19: In the interest of safety, we are limiting enrollment in this program; please read our COVID-19 Precautions & Preparations to understand our additional strategies.
“Intense, but powerful. I am feeling much more grounded than when I arrived.”
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
In Sanskrit, the word “chakra” means “disk” or “wheel” and refers to the energy centers that run along your spine. These energy vortexes each correspond to specific nerve bundles and major organs—and to a unique level of development and consciousness. Each chakra metabolizes energy in unique ways. To function at their best, your chakras need to stay open, or balanced. If they get blocked, you may experience negative physical or emotional symptoms.
- The Sanskrit translation
- Subtle anatomy
- Qualities of the chakras: location, element, sense, yantra, mantra
- Psychological aspects of the chakra: too fast, too slow, or balanced
- Methods for creating balance through chanting, breathing, and asana (yoga poses)
- Methods for creating balance through food (including specific herbs), colors, meditation, and other means
We will offer practical information and various practices to help you maintain energetic cohesiveness. The more we understand how to monitor our energy body, the more we are able to open up to greater ease and peace in our personal lives.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
- Intimate setting with personal access to the teachers
- Interactive sessions with question and answer periods
- Shamatha and guided meditations
- Delicious all-vegetarian meals with locally sourced ingredients
- Option to extend stay on Personal Retreat
- Extensive library of dharma books
- Expansive wooded grounds with beautiful flora and fauna
OPEN TO ALL
There are no prerequisites for this program; it is appropriate for all.
SCHEDULE
Schedule is subject to change
Friday, February 17
3:00 PM | Check in begins |
6:00-7:00 PM | Dinner |
7:00-9:00 PM | Welcome and Introduction |
Overview of the 3 bodies, 5 Sheaths, Nadis | |
Introduction to the Chakras | |
Guided Chakra Meditation | |
Restorative Yoga Nidra Practice |
Saturday, February 18
7:00-8:00 AM | Guided Chakra Meditation |
Joint-freeing Series and Simple Pranayama | |
8:00-9:00 AM | Breakfast |
9:15-11:45 AM | Chakras 1-3: Overview and Balancing |
12:00-1:00 PM | Lunch |
3:15-5:45 PM | Chakras 4-6: Overview and Balancing |
6:00-7:00 PM | Dinner |
7:15-9:00 PM | Chakra 7: Overview and Balancing |
Guided Chakra Meditation | |
Restorative Yoga Nidra Practice |
Sunday, February 19
7:00-8:00 AM | Guided Chakra Meditation |
Joint-freeing Series and Simple Pranayama | |
8:00-9:00 AM | Breakfast |
9:15-9:45 AM | Walking Meditation for Grounding |
10:00 -11:30 AM | Wrap-up, Q&A, Closing Ceremony |
12:00-1:00 PM | Lunch |
1:00 PM | Check out and Departure |
About the Teachers
Anna Winkler
Anna Winkler has been practicing and teaching yoga since 1989, when she certified with the Sivananda Yoga Organization, in both India and Canada. She served as a volunteer staff member there for 6 years, assisting in Yoga Teacher Training courses and modeling for 2 yoga books, among other things. Anna has been practicing Ashtanga Yoga since […]
Learn more about Anna WinklerMadalina Blanton
Madalina Blanton is a Reiki Master Teacher, Family Constellation facilitator and spiritual artist with a practice based in Maplewood NJ. She has been certified as a Reiki Master Teacher and Spiritual Counselor after a 550 hours program at the Open Center in NY, taught by the late Margaret Ann Case. After a successful career as […]
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