Dec
11
11:00 AM11:00

Let Your Heart Be Light: A Hatha/Laughter Yoga & HeartMath Meditation Workshop

'Let Your Heart Be Light’: A Hatha/Laughter Yoga & HeartMath Meditation Workshop with Alli & Jay 

Dec 11th, 2022 (Online) NOTE: Registration closes for this event on Thursday, December 8th.

Feeling the emotional stress of the holiday season (or the past year)? Are you ready to lighten up from the inside out? Combining heart-focused hatha yoga, laughter yoga and mindfulness/heartmath practices, we’ll chase those holiday blues away. Join us and LET YOUR HEART BE LIGHT this season! The positive effects will last long after you step off your mat.

When: Sunday, December 11th, 2022 from 11am to 1pm Pacific Standard Time (2 pm to 4 pm East)

Where : Online via ZOOM (Participants will receive a Zoom link before the workshop)

What: We’ll begin with a heart-focused, mindful approach to hatha yoga to relax and rejuvenate the body followed by Laughter Yoga - using laughter as a physical exercise, leading to joyous natural laughter - and conclude with an uplifting and grounding, extended HeartMath meditation.

Cost: This is a donation based workshop with a suggested 'love offering' of $40 - $45 ~ Please give what you can, whether on this scale or not. Money should never prevent anyone from coming!

Open to ALL LEVELS of practitioner, from newbie to advanced

*note to fellow teachers: Counts towards 2 hours of contact hours for Yoga Alliance Continuing Education

About Laughter Yoga and Hatha Yoga: Laughter really IS the best medicine. Laughter yoga is based on the science of laughing for no reason. Benefits include reduced stress and tension, increased endorphins, blood flow, energy and oxygen levels, a stronger immune system and heart and a vastly improved mood!  Hatha Yoga (the movement oriented yoga you’re likely most familiar with) can do much of the same including increasing range of motion, lubricating joints and building healthy tissues throughout the body.  Additionally, a heart-focused, mindful approach to yoga relaxes and rejuvenates the body, helps us integrate emotions, and brings a calm stillness to the mind.

About HeartMath®: The heart has a brain of its own – an intrinsic nervous system that can sense, feel, learn and remember.  Research at the HeartMath Institute has shown that our feelings and emotions, both positive and negative, powerfully affect our hearts.  Furthermore, when we intentionally practice renewing emotions like appreciation, love, care and kindness, the shift in heart rhythms creates a favorable cascade of neural, hormonal, and biochemical events that benefit the entire body, bringing multiple systems in to synchronicity - what HeartMath calls "coherence." Coherence leads to mental clarity, creativity, and resiliency.  Through the guiding principles of the heart, HeartMath tools and techniques help people manage stress and build resilience in all areas of life.  more: www.heartmath.com

Your teachers:

Alli Martin-Attix is a Certified Meditation Teacher (NLP based meditation), Certified HeartMath Coach, Certified Yoga Instructor (E200RYT/RYT500), and Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider (YACEP). She’s also certiifed to coach Paddleboarding Yoga and SUP. Since 2005, she has been leading Yoga, SUP Yoga, meditation classes, workshops and bi-coastal ‘Mindful Adventure’ retreats both in person and online.  A passionate outdoorswoman, she especially loves offering yoga and mindfulness practices in spaces that deepen our connection with nature. She creates a welcoming environment for all levels of students. Allison currently resides in her native Aptos, CA where she enjoys coastal life with her family.




Jay DeVorre holds a Master of Arts in Psychology from Pepperdine University, a Professional Certified Coach credential from International Coach Federation, Laughter Yoga facilitator certification from Laughter Yoga International and is a certified HeartMath mentor. She specializes in stress management, with an insatiable passion for helping people thrive. For over 20 years, she has helped thousands of individuals, organizations and professionals in leadership via coaching, team building and workshops. Her life mission is to manifest her potential and to help others to do the same. Jay and her family currently reside in beautiful Los Angeles, CA. More: www.thrivinglife.com

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Flashback FRIDAY SUP Social
Aug
30
6:15 PM18:15

Flashback FRIDAY SUP Social

OUTTA SIGHT! TOTALLY RAD! IT’S THE MOST! It’s FLASHBACK FRIDAY TIME. Come dressed in your best RETRO style (80s, 70s, 60s or back in time!) and join us for a fun, nostalgic summer social event. Experience the changing colors, sights and sounds of the lake as nature prepares for dusk. Join us as we glide over liquid gold and explore the waters of Jordan Lake as the sun sets to the west. Relax with friends and fellow paddleboarders as you wind down the week.

This tour is a casual COMMUNITY oriented event for for SUP fanatics of all abilities (basic SUP experience is a must). Photos included!

SUP socials are just $25 with our gear or $5 BYOBoard or FREE if you’ve purchased new gear from us!

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"BLUE MIND" YOGA/SURF/MINDFULNESS Day Retreat
Jul
26
7:15 AM07:15

"BLUE MIND" YOGA/SURF/MINDFULNESS Day Retreat

“BLUE MIND” YOGA/SURF/MINDFULNESS Day Retreat @ WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC!

Back by popular demand with two opportunities to join us this summer! July 26th from 7:15 am - 5 pm. Our adventure at beautiful Wrightsville beach will include yoga and mindfulness led by LYF SUP founder/lead instructor and lifelong surfer/yoga practitioner, Allison Martin-Attix, and professional surf instruction provided by Mike Miller of Mike's Surf School.

Included in cost: surfboards, professional surf lesson, pre-surf mindfulness session, post-surf beach yoga, parking fees and transportation to and from the beach.

Recommended attire: A rash guard, bathing suit and sunscreen. All you need to bring to your lessons is a towel, packed lunch (we’ll bring a cooler), water and a sense of ADVENTURE!

$145, all inclusive (see above). Space is LIMITED to 4. Reserve soon!

Prerequisite: you must be able to swim. More detailed information will be provided with your registration.

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ALOHA FRIDAY SUP SOCIAL
Jul
12
6:15 PM18:15

ALOHA FRIDAY SUP SOCIAL

Mark your calendar for our “ALOHA FRIDAY” SUP Social JULY 12th at 6:15 pm.

Come dressed in your best Hawaiian style and join us for a casual sunset social event. Experience the changing colors, sights and sounds of the lake as nature prepares for dusk. Join us as we glide over liquid gold and explore the waters of Jordan Lake as the sun sets to the west. Relax with friends and fellow paddleboarders as you wind down the week.

This tour is a casual COMMUNITY oriented event for for SUP fanatics of all abilities (basic SUP experience is a must). Sunset photos and ALOHA spirit included!

SUP socials are just $25 with our gear or $5 BYOBoard or FREE if you’ve purchased new gear from us!

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Summer Solstice SUP celebration
Jun
17
6:30 PM18:30

Summer Solstice SUP celebration

"'Cause a little bit of summer is what the whole year is all about." ~ John Mayer
Glide into SUMMER with us on Friday, June 21st!
We will begin with a special all levels yoga sequence on the beach to welcome summer and then celebrate the longest day of the year on the H20 together until dusk. All participants will receive a celebratory glow stick for our paddle in at dusk.

This event is open to all levels of paddle boarder/yoga practitioner and we welcome BYOB or even your kayak/canoe.
If you need SUP gear, we're limited to 8 boards and paddles, so please sign up in advance!

Just $35 for 3 hours (BYO $15)

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Oktoberfest SUP n SIP
Nov
4
1:30 PM13:30

Oktoberfest SUP n SIP

We're hosting our own kind of 'Oktoberfest' 2 Saturdays in October and 1 Sunday in November!  
After taking in the autumn splendor in a 2 hour SUP tour, we'll head to nearby Fair Game Beverage Co. and **Tasting Room around 4 pm where you can score a free beverage glass and tastings for just $5.  

**Non-alcoholic beverages also available.  

A festive fall community paddle opp. for those who want to get out on the H2O with a guide, support local businesses and meet new friends. 

About the SUP TOUR: we'll plan a route based on wind direction and best leaf peeping opps! Bring a water friendly camera for some lovely fall foliage photos. As usual, I'll also take plenty of pictures, so not to worry if you're shy a camera! 

Rate: Just $35 per person, all gear included, or BYOB just $10

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Halloween SUP n TREAT
Oct
28
3:30 PM15:30

Halloween SUP n TREAT

Annual HALLOWEEN SUP n TREAT

Calling all paddling witches and water goblins! It's that time of year again!! Come dressed in your best Halloween costume and enjoy paddling beautiful Jordan Lake in the autumn. This is one of our favorite events of the year and we've made it more fun by adding a costume contest!!  

Costume contest prize, treats and tour provided by LYF SUP!  

Invite your friends and family to this SUPspooktacular annual event!  
Reservations are required.

$35 gear included

$10 BYOBoard

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Oktoberfest SUP n SIP
Oct
20
3:15 PM15:15

Oktoberfest SUP n SIP

We're hosting our own kind of 'Oktoberfest' 2 Saturdays in October and 1 Sunday in November!  
After taking in the autumn splendor in a 2 hour SUP tour, we'll head to nearby Roost, an outdoor 'Bier Garten', for live acoustic music, great company and **"SIP".

**plenty of non-alcoholic beverages also available! 

A festive fall community paddle opp. for those who want to get out on the H2O with a guide, support local businesses and meet new friends. 

About the SUP TOUR: we'll plan a route based on wind direction and best leaf peeping opps! Bring a water friendly camera for some lovely fall foliage photos. As usual, I'll also take plenty of pictures, so not to worry if you're shy a camera! Grab a friend or two and celebrate autumn with us!

$35 gear included

$10 BYOBoard

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'Oktoberfest' SUP n SIP
Oct
13
3:15 PM15:15

'Oktoberfest' SUP n SIP

(OCTOBER 13th date is SOLD OUT!) We're hosting our own kind of 'Oktoberfest' 2 Saturdays in October and 1 Sunday in November!  
After taking in the autumn splendor in a 2 hour SUP tour, we'll head to nearby Roost, an outdoor 'Bier Garten', for live acoustic music, great company and **"SIP".

**plenty of non-alcoholic beverages also available! 

A festive fall community paddle opp. for those who want to get out on the H2O with a guide, support local businesses and meet new friends. 

About the SUP TOUR: we'll plan a route based on wind direction and best leaf peeping opps! Bring a water friendly camera for some lovely fall foliage photos. As usual, I'll also take plenty of pictures, so not to worry if you're shy a camera! Grab a friend or two and celebrate autumn with us!

$35 gear included

$10 BYOBoard

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Harvest Moon Meditation and Paddle
Sep
24
6:00 PM18:00

Harvest Moon Meditation and Paddle

Join us on Monday, September 24th, for a FULL MOON Meditation and sunset SUP tour....we will be out past twilight, so please bring a flashlight or something you can fix onto your board. I will have nontoxic GLOW STICKS to share!

Let's celebrate the September Harvest Moon. The September Full Moon is the Harvest Moon. This particular name is given to the Full Moon which is closest to the September equinox, which is the start of fall. I will guide a 20 minute meditation focused on the celebration of harvest in our lives! We'll then transition to water, enjoying a peaceful paddle while the sun is setting and the moon is rising.

These events SELL OUT QUICKLY.  Space is limited.  Please sign up soon if you're interested.

Nontoxic glow sticks included!

Cost: $35 gear included, $15 BYOBoard

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Beach Cleanup and FREE community paddle
Sep
6
5:45 PM17:45

Beach Cleanup and FREE community paddle

We're teaming up with Jordan Lake State Park for a community FREE paddle hosted by yours truly!  

Parking is free. Please arrive on site by 5:45 pm. Come straight from work and change into your paddling gear in the restrooms!  
We will meet a ranger from the state park to sign in and receive gloves and garbage bags. After we clean the area of litter and debris, we'll head out into the water we love for a leisurely paddle.  

Boards are limited and you MUST RSVP for this event. OR if you have your own gear, you can BYO Board or any other paddle powered vessel (kayak, canoe, huckleberry fin raft ;) 

*Minimal SUP experience required; this class will not cover how to Stand Up Paddleboard. 
*Please join us first for SUP 101 to learn how to SUP!*

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Women's SURF CAMP
Aug
22
to Aug 24

Women's SURF CAMP

AUGUST 22ND AND 23RD FROM 5:45PM - 7:30PM AND ALL DAY FRIDAY, AUGUST 24TH (BEACH TRIP).  

$215 INCLUDES LESSONS, SUP AND SURF GEAR, AND TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM THE BEACH

Wait.  What?  SURF CAMP at Jordan Lake?  Yep.  Tailored to beginners, our women's surf camp will start with two lessons on Jordan Lake on our paddleboards and progress to a day long beach trip with professional surf instruction 1:2 teacher student ratio while in the surf at Wrightsville Beach.  The only prerequisite for this comprehensive surf camp is that you are able to swim.  Soft-top surfboards, professional surf lesson, paddleboarding equipment and transportation to and from the beach is provided. 

Recommended attire: A rash guard, bathing suit and sunscreen.  All you need to bring to your lessons is a towel, water and a sense of ADVENTURE!

Note regarding our beach trip: Your safety is #1, so we will schedule our beach trip for the most favorable conditions!  Should weather or wave conditions be unsafe or unfavorable, we will reschedule our beach trip ASAP.  

More detailed information will be provided with your registration.  Space is LIMITED.  Pre-registration required.  This camp is filling up.  Please register soon!

 

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Women's Yoga & Surf Adventure
Aug
20
7:00 AM07:00

Women's Yoga & Surf Adventure

Join us on JULY 30th for a day long beach trip with beach yoga led by Allison Martin-Attix and professional surf instruction provided by Mike's Surf School with 1:2 teacher student ratio.  The only prerequisite is that you are able to swim!  A variety of surfboards, professional surf lesson, beach yoga and transportation to and from the beach is provided.   

Recommended attire: A rash guard, bathing suit and sunscreen.  All you need to bring to your lessons is a towel, water and a sense of ADVENTURE!

$110 INCLUDES SURF and YOGA LESSON, SURF GEAR, AND TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM THE BEACH. 

More detailed information will be provided with your registration.  Space is LIMITED.  Pre-registration required. 

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FULL MOON SUP ADVENTURE
Aug
1
1:30 PM13:30

FULL MOON SUP ADVENTURE

Join us on Sunday August 26th, for a FULL MOON Meditation and sunset SUP tour....we will be out past twilight, so please bring a flashlight or something you can fix onto your board. I will have nontoxic GLOW STICKS to share! 

I will guide a 20 minute meditation focused on the celebration/opening of new growth in our lives! We'll then transition to water, enjoying a peaceful paddle while the sun is setting and the moon is rising. 

Space is limited and the last event sold out quickly! Please sign up if you're interested. 

Nontoxic glow sticks included! $35 gear included, $15 BYOBoard

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Full "Buck" Moon SUP Event
Jul
27
6:15 PM18:15

Full "Buck" Moon SUP Event

Our FULL MOON events are so popular, we're doing it again!  
Join us on Friday, July 27th, for a FULL MOON Meditation and sunset SUP tour....we will be out past twilight, so please bring a flashlight or something you can fix onto your board. I will have nontoxic GLOW STICKS to share! 

Let's celebrate the July "Buck Moon"! The full moon in July is known as the "Buck Moon" to signify the new antlers that emerge on deer buck's foreheads around this time of year. I will guide a 20 minute meditation focused on the celebration/opening of new growth in our lives! We'll then transition to water, enjoying a peaceful paddle while the sun is setting and the moon is rising. 

Space is limited and the last event sold out quickly! Please sign up if you're interested. 

Nontoxic glow sticks included! $35 gear included, $15 BYOBoard

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SUP + SIP SOCIAL
Jul
15
1:00 PM13:00

SUP + SIP SOCIAL

After a 90 minute leisurely paddle with friends, join us at Roost, a seasonal outdoor beer garden in quaint Fearrington Village just a short drive from Jordan Lake.  We'll enjoy live music by local musicians, local beer on tap or wine by the glass. For those who prefer non-alcoholic beverages, there's premium coffee, espresso, artisan teas, sodas or bubbly water.  Also, bring your appetite! They offer delicious artisan wood-fired pizza!

A perfect way to wind down the weekend, enjoy a lovely afternoon outdoors and meet other paddleboarders.

$25 INCLUDES GEAR 

$5 BYOBoard  

FREE for those who have purchased boards from us!

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FULL MOON MEDITATION/PADDLE TOUR (SOLD OUT)
Jun
28
6:15 PM18:15

FULL MOON MEDITATION/PADDLE TOUR (SOLD OUT)

Celebrate the 'Strawberry' Moon in June.  Special FULL moon meditation and paddleboarding tour under a setting sun and rising moon!  
Please bring a flashlight or head lamp that you may fix onto your board or person as you paddle in.  Space is limited and the last full moon events sold out quickly.

PREREQUISITE: This event will not cover how to Standup Paddleboard.   Join us first for SUP 101 to learn how to SUP! 

Nontoxic glow sticks included!  Since this event falls on our regularly offered donation based SUP Meditation classes, this event is also donation based!  Suggested $35 donation for gear included, or $15 BYOBoard

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'CELEBRATE SUMMER' WOMEN'S SURF/YOGA
Jun
21
to Jun 25

'CELEBRATE SUMMER' WOMEN'S SURF/YOGA

'CELEBRATE SUMMER' Women's YOGA/SURF trip

Wrightsville Beach, NC JUNE 25TH   

Join us on June 25th for a day long beach trip with beach yoga led by Allison Martin-Attix and professional surf instruction provided by Mike's Surf School with 1:2 teacher student ratio.  The only prerequisite is that you are able to swim!  Soft-top surfboards, professional surf lesson, beach yoga and transportation to and from the beach is provided.   

Recommended attire: A rash guard, bathing suit and sunscreen.  All you need to bring to your lessons is a towel, water and a sense of ADVENTURE!

$110 INCLUDES SURF and YOGA LESSON, SURF GEAR, AND TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM THE BEACH. 

More detailed information will be provided with your registration.  Space is LIMITED.  Pre-registration required. 

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SUP SPRING FLING & DEMO DAY!
Jun
3
4:00 PM16:00

SUP SPRING FLING & DEMO DAY!

If you are in the market for a new board or gear, or would like to meet us in person to learn more about who we are and what we do, please join us for a Hala and SOL paddleboard demo day.  We will have 6 different model boards for you to take out for a quick spin on the lake (basic experience required), a free mini beach yoga class at 4:15 pm, and a gift certificate raffle.  

While there you can sign up for classes, order gear if you like and meet your instructor!  

Event is FREE.  

 

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"FIRST FRIDAY" SUNSET SUP TOUR/SOCIAL
Jun
1
6:00 PM18:00

"FIRST FRIDAY" SUNSET SUP TOUR/SOCIAL

Experience the changing colors, sights and sounds of the lake as nature prepares for dusk.  Join us as we glide over liquid gold and explore the waters of Jordan Lake as the sun sets to the west.  Relax with friends and fellow paddleboarders on the first Friday of every month, as you wind down the week.  

This casual tour is for paddlers of all abilities - we don't teach you how to paddleboard at this event, so please have basic experience.  Don't know how to SUP yet?  Sign up for our popular 101 class so you can learn how to paddleboard well beyond the basics!   

Sunset photos included!  $25 gear included, $5 BYOBoard 

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SUP MEDITATION GROUP CLASS
May
24
6:15 PM18:15

SUP MEDITATION GROUP CLASS

After 20 minutes of seated beach meditation guided by your instructor (more below), we will enjoy a peaceful, freestyle hour + long paddle while the sun is setting.

A meditation practitioner since 1998, Allison Martin-Attix became a certified meditation coach in 2005. While we tend to spend time training our bodies, we spend little time training our minds. Living a balanced life includes taking time in nature and learning to focus inwardly. This combined SUP meditation class offers all of that and more!

OFFERED EVERY 2ND & 4TH THURSDAY of the month.  SUGGESTED $20 - $30 DONATION INCLUDES MEDITATION INSTRUCTION, BOARD RENTAL, PADDLE, PFD AND LEASH  BYO BOARD ALWAYS WELCOME, $15 SUGGESTED DONATION

PREREQUISITE: This event will not cover how to Standup Paddleboard.  Please join us first for SUP 101 to learn how to SUP properly! 

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"FIRST FRIDAY" SUNSET SUP TOUR/SOCIAL
May
11
6:00 PM18:00

"FIRST FRIDAY" SUNSET SUP TOUR/SOCIAL

Experience the changing colors, sights and sounds of the lake as nature prepares for dusk.  Join us as we glide over liquid gold and explore the waters of Jordan Lake as the sun sets to the west.  Relax with friends and fellow paddleboarders on the first Friday of every month, as you wind down the week (this particular event falls on the second Friday due to our women's retreat).  

This casual tour is for paddlers of all abilities - basic experience is required.  Don't know how to SUP?  Sign up for our popular 101 class first and join us after you have the skills!

Sunset photos included!  $25 gear included, $10 BYOBoard 

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FULL MOON MEDITATION/SUP TOUR
Apr
29
6:00 PM18:00

FULL MOON MEDITATION/SUP TOUR

The full moon on April 29th is known as the "Pink Moon", marking the time on the calendar when springtime is in full bloom. The "Pink" moon is represented by the moss pink flower (Phlox subulata), which is abundant this time of year. I will guide a 20 minute meditation focused on allowing our own abundant blossoming of life to pulse in and through our body and spirit. We'll then transition to water, enjoying a peaceful hour + long paddle while the sun is setting and the moon is rising.  
Please bring a flashlight or head lamp that you may fix onto your board or person as you paddle in.  

Space is limited and the last event sold out quickly, so please reserve soon.  Nontoxic glow sticks included!  $35 gear included, $15 BYOBoard

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"FIRST FRIDAY" SUNSET SUP TOUR/SOCIAL
Apr
6
6:00 PM18:00

"FIRST FRIDAY" SUNSET SUP TOUR/SOCIAL

Experience the changing colors, sights and sounds of the lake as nature prepares for dusk.  Join us as we glide over liquid gold and explore the waters of Jordan Lake as the sun sets to the west.  Relax with friends and fellow paddleboarders on the first Friday of every month, as you wind down the week.  This tour is for paddlers of all abilities - basic experience required.  Pre-paddle led stretch and sunset photos included!

NEW SUP community event, offered on the first Friday of every month, unless otherwise specified.  Check back for dates each month...or see our tours page for additional dates NOW so you can hold the date!  

$25 includes gear, $10 BYO Board

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FULL MOON MEDITATION/PADDLE TOUR (SOLD OUT)
Mar
31
6:00 PM18:00

FULL MOON MEDITATION/PADDLE TOUR (SOLD OUT)

The full moon on March 31st is a "blue moon", a special second full moon in March. It is known as the "Sap Moon", marking the time on the calendar for harvesting maple sap. I will guide a 20 minute meditation focused on tapping into the sweet and delightful energy of spring so that we may harvest positive, new energy before enjoying a peaceful, freestyle hour + long paddle while the sun is setting and the moon is rising.   

Individual GLOW sticks provided at no extra cost!  Please bring a flashlight or head lamp if you need a bit of extra light coming in!  

Space is limited.  $35 includes gear.  $15 BYO Board 

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