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Awakening the Wisdom of the Body

September 24 - September 27, 2026

Bobbie Ellis and Karin Weinstein

A Somatic Yoga & Movement RetreatNestled in the healing landscape of Menla in the Catskills, Awakening the Wisdom of the Body is a four-day somatic yoga and movement retreat with Bobbie Ellis and Karin Weinstein. Through gentle movement, breath awareness, guided rest, and creative exploration, participants are invited to slow down, listen deeply, and rediscover the body’s innate intelligence.This retreat offers a supportive environment for cultivating ease, resilience, and vitality. With time for practice, reflection, and restoration, you’ll leave with practical tools and embodied insights that can be woven into daily life.
Schedule:Thursday September 24
  • 3 - 6 pm Arrival and Check-in
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  • 6 - 7 pm Dinner
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  • 7:30 - 9 pm Welcome Program
Friday September 25
  • 7 - 8 am Early Morning Gentle Movement and Embodied Meditation
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  • 8 - 9 am Breakfast
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  • 9:30am - 12 pm Morning Practice
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  • 12:30 - 1:30 pm Lunch
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  • 2:30 - 4:30 pm Afternoon Practice
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  • 6 - 7 pm Dinner
Saturday September 26
  • 8 - 9 am Breakfast
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  • 9:30 am - 12 pm Morning Practice
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  • 12:30 - 1:30 pm Lunch
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  • 2:30 - 5:30 pm Guided Hike & Free Time
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  • 6 - 7 pm Dinner
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  • 7:30 - 9 pm Evening Practice and Embodied Celebrations
Sunday September 27
  • 6 - 8 am Check-out of Rooms
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  • 8 - 9 am Breakfast
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  • 9:30 am - 12 pm Morning Practice and closing circle
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  • 12:30 - 1:30 pm Lunch & Departure
*Please note this schedule is subject to change.

ABOUT THE TEACHERs

Bobbie Ellis and Karin Weinstein

Bobbie Ellis is a somatic educator, yoga teacher, movement facilitator, and ceremonialist with decades of experience supporting embodied awareness, resilience, and creative expression. Her work weaves together somatic yoga, mindfulness, expressive movement, and trauma-informed ap...

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