A fun and educational presentation on the science of why sound and vibration affect us physically, mentally and energetically. Participants will experience a meditative crystal sound bath and mini-sessions of Vibrational Sound Therapy through the use of Himalayan singing bowls. Complimentary for hotel guests.
Summer Schedule: Tuesdays & Fridays
The morning yoga practice is the ideal way to start your day with our certified instructor. Stretch and strengthen, bring energy to the body and rejuvenate the nervous system. You'll feel invigorated for the rest of the day.
Summer Schedule: Sundays
Explore the practice of mindfulness by sensing and feeling in every moment. Learn how to engage in the world around you by utilizing breathing methods, guided imagery and sensory exploration to reduce stress and anxiety.
Summer Schedule: Mondays
Allow our Resort Naturalist to take you on a guided journey to quiet the mind and deepen the connection with your inner self and the natural world through practicing sensory awareness such as scent, sight, sound and breath. This soothing walk culminates in a 10-minute guided meditation with an emphasis on connecting with the earth.
Summer Schedule: Thursdays and Saturdays
Wondering about the world of essential oils? During this workshop, learn all about the essences of plants, how to use them safely and properly, and the benefits they can provide as a complement to your current health regime. Each participant will create their own essential oil rollerball.
Summer Schedule: Tuesdays
Suitable for beginner or advanced yogi, come explore the postures of yin yoga with Resort specialist Bryan Paul. The class offers a relaxing setting with long held postures that focuses on releasing tension and encouraging stillness.
Summer Schedule: Mondays
Led by our Certified Yoga & Pilates instructor Susanna Lamers, this fun and powerful class emphasizes strength, flexibility, mobility, breath, balance and mindfulness. We will move back & forth between Yoga & Pilates keeping each one unique & distinct while connecting them together. A total body conditioning to get your heart rate up while leaving you feeling relaxed in body, mind & spirit. $20 per person.
Summer Schedule: Thursdays
Discover a new way of thinking about our most important Star with Franklin Astronomy Club founder Zach Lichtmann. Incredible viewings of solar flares extending outwards from the sun are made safely visible with specialized viewing equipment. A themed and casual discussion leaves ample time to explore questions and enjoy the solar view.
Summer Schedule: Sundays
Join us for our Breathwork Experiences and learn about the art of breath awareness for health, growth and positive change. These classes are designed to enhance our daily routines through breathing techniques which facilitate a release of stuck energy that manifests in our bodies as stress, anxiety, trauma, and negative thought patterns. With guided breath meditation, we can bring awareness to our deeper selves and begin the process of healing.
Schedule: Monday – Friday starting at 9 am.
Breathing Qi Gong – Mondays
Breathwork Meditation – Tuesdays and Thursdays
Breathwork Circle – Wednesdays and Fridays
Expand your awareness of the botanical landscape that surrounds us in our everyday lives. Local business owner, gardener and kitchen herbalist Jennifer Major will introduce you to regional medicinal teas and offer guidance on tea blending for better health and well-being. This class will incorporate a tea blend to take home and a fresh, seasonal tea tasting.
Summer Schedule: Wednesdays
Learn how to create your own natural body care products and expand upon the kitchen herbal language. An introduction to natural skin care, consciously sourcing ingredients, and incorporating herbs and flowers from the garden for a more natural you are included. Participants will craft their own natural body care product utilizing organic and local ingredients, and receive a recipe card for the home kitchen.
Summer Schedule: Wednesdays
Join Resort Naturalist, Herbalist, Author and Hiker Heather Houskeeper for a seminar on wild edible and medicinal plants of the region. Wild botanicals for tranquility, allergies, self-care and immunity are some examples of the topics that will be explored. Plant specimens gathered from the region and within the resort landscape are offered for observation and a wild edible accompaniment will be provided for tasting.
Summer Schedule: Fridays
Yogini Karen will facilitate the art of energy cultivation in the body with Qigong Flow - a meditative and contemplative exercise that consists of mindful movements, regulated breathing, and attention to control in the body. Moving bound energy with proper form revitalizes and regenerates the body and brain. Explore and experience a new habit training in a fun and richly rewarding class environment.
Summer Schedule: Saturdays
Learn how to make delicious, healthy yoghurt with seasoned chef and slow food enthusiast Carolyn Swayze. This class will guide you through each step of the fermentation process and offer modifications to suit your personal kitchen space and tastes. Broaden your knowledge about the health benefits of yoghurt and how it is used in different cuisines around the world. Each participant will get to enjoy a unique yoghurt creation. Topics covered are suited to both plant-based and dairy-based diets.
Summer Schedule: Fridays
