The Afternoon and Evening of
Saturday May 27th
Horse Medicine
Horse Medicine teaches you to be true to yourself beyond the false personas. As an Animal Spirit Guide, Horse reminds you to remain attentive and live in the present. Horses also support you in expressing the gratitude in your heart and reverence for life.
This will be an enlightening, yet playful afternoon and evening where we can take some time to make space to enjoy life with a little retreat away from the everyday hustle and bustle, it is easy to get stuck in a lack mentality when you keep yourself so busy trying to keep up that you can loose sight of the gifts of the season and the subtle ways that the earth shows us how to honor the cycles of life.
Taking some time to retreat to nature and to immerse yourself with other wonderful women will aid you in filling up your cup and allow you to feel more aligned with your true nature and the shifts you may need to make to honor your own cycles of life.
Our afternoon and evening will be full of wonderful and exciting things to enjoy the beauty of nature and connection with animals as well as each other. We will begin connecting in a circle to meet one another with open hearts and minds while discovering the medicine of the horse. Afterwards, we will prepare ourselves to connect mindfully with the horses by stretching our bodies and centering our hearts with a gentle yoga and meditation session, then we will mount our horses and ride off into the sunset together taking in all the scenery and inspiration, following our ride will enjoy dinner (provided) while we gathering around a bonfire to share stories and s'mores.
Horse Medicine teaches you to be true to yourself beyond the false personas. As an Animal Spirit Guide, Horse reminds you to remain attentive and live in the present. Horses also support you in expressing the gratitude in your heart and reverence for life.
This will be an enlightening, yet playful afternoon and evening where we can take some time to make space to enjoy life with a little retreat away from the everyday hustle and bustle, it is easy to get stuck in a lack mentality when you keep yourself so busy trying to keep up that you can loose sight of the gifts of the season and the subtle ways that the earth shows us how to honor the cycles of life.
Taking some time to retreat to nature and to immerse yourself with other wonderful women will aid you in filling up your cup and allow you to feel more aligned with your true nature and the shifts you may need to make to honor your own cycles of life.
Our afternoon and evening will be full of wonderful and exciting things to enjoy the beauty of nature and connection with animals as well as each other. We will begin connecting in a circle to meet one another with open hearts and minds while discovering the medicine of the horse. Afterwards, we will prepare ourselves to connect mindfully with the horses by stretching our bodies and centering our hearts with a gentle yoga and meditation session, then we will mount our horses and ride off into the sunset together taking in all the scenery and inspiration, following our ride will enjoy dinner (provided) while we gathering around a bonfire to share stories and s'mores.
About the Adventure
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Saturday May 27th
3:30 pm - 8:30 pm Newark, IL Millbrooke Trail Rides 8078 Whitfield Road Newark, IL Tentative Itinerary:
Cost:
Space is limited for this event for up to 7 ladies, so grab a friend and reserve your spot early or come solo and enjoy making new friends throughout the afternoon and evening together!
This event is SOLD OUT, but you can get added to the waitlist in the event that there is a cancellation. Please email avianayoga@gmail.com to request the waitlist and please fill out the registration form so that we have it ready to go on file. |
Children are welcome to attend this event if you feel they are comfortable riding solo on a horse through a guided trail, ages 13+
Please be aware of the weight limits for the health of the horses:
This event is weather dependent and will be determined 24 hours out of the start time to the best of what is available with the forecast information (although not always reliable) as to whether or not the event will be able to run based on weather conditions. In the event that the weather is projected to be inclement 24 hours out, refunds will be issued for payments made to Aviana, minus the 4% credit fee (if you pay by credit card). If for some reason you need to cancel attending this event, there is a 48 hour cancellation policy. Please notify Holly at avianayoga@gmail.com or (970) 988-6168. If you cancel within 48 hours of the event, no refunds will be issued. |
What to Bring and Wear....
This event is outdoors, so please dress for the weather. We will be sitting on the earth and stretching for the first part of the event and the second part we will be riding horses and enjoying a bonfire! Bringing extra clothes is recommended!
Please have long pants and hard soled shoes for the trail ride, helmets are available for use, but are not required for adults, they are required for minors.
You may want bug spray, sunscreen, hats, and water bottle. You may also want a flashlight for navigating to and from the bonfire as well as a blanket for cozying up at the bonfire.
If you plan to bring your phone with on the trail ride (not recommended), but if you do bring a fanny pack.
A port-o-potty is on-sight with hand sanitizer. A handwashing station will be available prior to our dinner together.
Yoga mats will be available for your use, or you are welcome to bring your own.
Please have long pants and hard soled shoes for the trail ride, helmets are available for use, but are not required for adults, they are required for minors.
You may want bug spray, sunscreen, hats, and water bottle. You may also want a flashlight for navigating to and from the bonfire as well as a blanket for cozying up at the bonfire.
If you plan to bring your phone with on the trail ride (not recommended), but if you do bring a fanny pack.
A port-o-potty is on-sight with hand sanitizer. A handwashing station will be available prior to our dinner together.
Yoga mats will be available for your use, or you are welcome to bring your own.
Meet Your Event Coordinator and Facilitator...
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Holly Johnson, an international yoga instructor and author, blossoms from an extensive background of research, study, and direct experience of therapeutic avenues to balance and mend the relationships between the mind, body, and Spirit. Presently rooted in the state of Illinois serving the growth and expansion of the aerial yoga industry in the Chicagoland area, she frequently travels to new studios in other states and countries to support the global movement of the gifts of aerial yoga as well as stand up paddle board yoga.
She is certified as a nutritional therapist, personal trainer, equine massage therapist, aromatherapist, Reiki master, Thai bodyworker, and 200-hour yoga instructor. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Equine Science from Colorado State University and worked as a riding instructor, horse trainer, and stable manager throughout her 20's. Her extensive comprehension of optimal alignment, spiritual understanding, and energetic sensitivity lends to her authentic presence as a heartfelt, humbled leader in the aerial and SUP yoga industries. Holly is committed to her path as an educator, healer, and facilitator of empowering experiences. Her vision for possibility and passion for a life of purpose placed her on the pursuit of a niche for the dynamic and abundant benefits offered through aerial and SUP yoga. Aviana appeared in Holly’s life at just the right timing while traveling through Ecuador, to serve as the vessel for Holly’s pursuit. |
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