Escape the hustle bustle of daily life, and join us on this rejuvenating getaway at Land of Medicine Buddha. Located just 1.5 hours from San Francisco, the retreat center is nestled in the heart of the Santa Cruz Mountains. With its peaceful vibe, and stunning scenery, this secluded hideaway provides the perfect backdrop for deepening connection with oneself, community, and nature.
While on retreat, nourish yourself with two invigorating Vinyasa yoga practices per day, fresh organic food, plentiful time outdoors, and connecting in community. During downtime, hike the breathtaking grounds, take a dip in the heated pool, soak in the jacuzzi, dive into a book, or simply bask in the crisp mountainous air.
We will close each day as a group, sharing time, tea, and conversation. This refreshing blend of yoga, nature, and connecting with self and others, is sure to restore balance.
Treat yourself to this 3 day, 2 night getaway. Renew the spirit. Reconnect with intention. Re-waken to your true potential.
Join us!
- September 11-13th, 2015
- 1.5 hours from San Francisco
- Cost includes 3 meals daily, 2 yoga classes daily and lodging
Land of Medicine Buddha
5800 Prescott Rd, Soquel, California 95073
Cabins:
- Deva Cabin: Private Retreat Cabin w/ Private Bath - $830
- Deva Cabin: Shared Retreat Cabin w/ Shared Bath - $660
- Deva Cabin: Sleeps up to 4 w/ Shared Bath - $500
Rooms:
- Single: Private Room w/ Private Bath - $690
- Double: Two People in Shared Room w/ Shared Bath - $600
- hared: 3-5 People in One Room w/ Shared Bath - $470
Camping Options:
- Single Yurt: One Person w/ Shared Bath - $580
- Double Yurt: 2 People w/ Shared Bath - $498
- riple Yurt: 3 People w/ Shared - $428
- Single Tent Platform: One Person w/ Shared Bath - $396
- Double or Triple Tent Platform: 2-3 People w/ Shared Bath - $354
Early bird pricing is $50 off these tuition prices through July 1st, 2015
The best rooms go quick, so register early to get your pick. To register for the retreat, use PayPal to send the retreat payment to jeremimcmanus@gmail.com or julie@julielockeyoga.com.
NOTE: Please make sure to choose the option “I’m sending money to family or friends.†Otherwise there’s an additional PayPal imposed service fee. Alternatively, you can mail us a check: Jeremi McManus, 420 32nd Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121. Confirmation email will be sent to you upon receipt of the deposit. Not included in the price: transportation to and from Land of Medicine Buddha, or tips for the staff.
Cancellation Policy: 1 - If you cancel before 90 days prior to the 1st day of the retreat you are registered for, 100% of your payment will be credited to any other date within 2 yrs of your original booking date. 2 - If you cancel between 60 to 90 days prior to the 1st day of the retreat you are registered for, 25% of your payment is forfeited and 75% of your balance is credited to another retreat. 3 - If you cancel within 60 to 30 days of the 1st day of your retreat, then 40% of your payment balance can be credited to any other available date within 2 years of your original booking and 60% of the payment is forfeited. 4 - If you cancel within 30 days of the 1st day of your retreat or depart early from the retreat, there is no credit and all payment is forfeited.
What a ride it's been! I remember walking into my first yoga class at a gym here in San Francisco feeling curious and hoping I wouldn't look like an idiot throughout class. I am not sure how I fared in that department, but I knew I had found something.
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I so resonate with one of my teachers Les Leventhal when he says, I found yoga on accident. I stayed on purpose. It is so endless. Our bodies, breath, the space between the asanas. The communal spirit that powers group classes. The magic of Shavasana. The buzz after practicing. Handstand. Oh my.
I was finishing up taking a class at Laughing Lotus SF when my teacher Keith Borden walks up to me with a sparkle in his eye and says, You need to do the teacher training that starts in a couple weeks.Doubt, insecurity, questions immediately flooded me. It is about all I remember coming up with. 48 hours later I called him with the tuition for the teacher training he was leading. At the time, I was finishing a graduate degree in counseling and thought it would be a nice complement to my practice of sitting with people as a psychotherapist. Then I taught my first class as a trainee and was hooked. I quickly realized that my path was taking another surprising turn.
It is such a delight and honor to teach yoga. I learn so much from witnessing the practice of my students and feel humbled that they choose to be on the mat with me. I never could have predicted that my journey would lead me to sitting with people on yoga mats and therapy couches, and it feels so good to know that it does.
Interested in joining me for a class? I'd love to have you.
Home Practice feature in Yoga Journal
Butterfly PoseSit with the soles of your feet together 12 to 24 inches in front of your pelvis. Extend your spine forward with your chest lifted. Come as far forward as you can; then drape your upper body either over your legs or, if you feel any tension in your back, over a bolster. Allow your head to rest on the bolster, your hands, or your feet. Let go of all muscular effort. Visualize the cocoon of warm light surrounding you. Stay here for 3 to 6 minutes; then come up gently to sitting.
Half Saddle PoseBend your left knee, taking your left foot to the outside of your left hip. If it's difficult to sit on the floor with your left leg in this position, sit up on a block. Bend your right knee, and place your right foot on the floor. Walk your hands behind you and lie back, either over a bolster or, if you can continue, all the way to the floor. It's OK if your left knee lifts up. Relax into the pose for 1 to 5 minutes. Then come up and take the second side.
Lateral Dragonfly PoseSit on a folded blanket, extending your legs out wide. Let your legs remain passive and lean your torso to the right, taking your right elbow to your right leg or to a bolster. 
Rest your head in your right hand, and bring your left arm behind your head. Turn your attention toward the changing sensations in your legs, pelvis, and side body as you soften into the pose. Stay for 3 to 6 minutes; then lift up slowly and repeat on the second side.
Dragonfly Twist PoseWith your legs in Dragonfly position, lengthen your spine and twist your torso to the right. Hold your right outer thigh with your left hand. Take your right hand to the floor behind you or all the way around to hold your left inner thigh. Stay for 3 to 6 minutes. Slowly unwind. Pause a moment in the center; then repeat to the left.
Dragonfly PoseContinue with your legs in Dragonfly and sit up tall. Walk your hands forward as far as you can, and then drape your upper body down, resting your head on a bolster or on the ground. Release your body to gravity, allowing space for your sensations. Stay for 3 to 6 minutes. Then lift your torso gently and use your hands to bring your legs toward each other with care.
Sukhasana PoseSit up on a folded blanket or bolster and come into a simple cross-legged position. Notice if there is any area in your body that feels discomfort. Imagine the cocoon of warmth and sunlight surrounding this area and then let the walls of the cocoon expand to embrace your whole body. Sit for 2 minutes, feeling the effects of your practice.
Reclining Knee-to-Chest PoseLie down on your back and lengthen your legs forward. Press your left thighbone down firmly. Hug your right knee into your chest with both arms and soften your right hip and groin. On an inhalation, extend your legs forward and your arms up and over your head, lengthening your body. On an exhalation, hug your left knee into your chest while grounding your right thigh. Continue moving slowly with your breath, alternating legs, for 8 rounds.
Setu Bandha Sarvangasana PoseFrom the prone position, bend your knees and take your heels directly under your knees. Lift your hips and tailbone, and imagine hugging a ball between your thighs. Bend your elbows and lift your forearms perpendicular to the floor, palms facing each other. Press your upper arms and elbows down firmly to open your heart centre and lift your hips higher. Expand your chest with 5 slow breaths. Release and then repeat 2 more times.
Supta Padangusthasana PoseTake Reclining Knee-to-Chest, with your left leg extended. Interlace your fingers behind your right thigh close to your sitting bone and extend your right leg up. Flex your right foot and press your right thigh firmly into your hands. Take 8 slow breaths, release and repeat on your left side. Repeat 2 more times on each side. Then hug both knees into your chest and let out a long sigh.
Supta Baddha Konasana PoseLie back over a bolster with the soles of your feet together, knees wide, palms face-up at your sides. Visualise your body surrounded by the warmth of the sun. On your inhalations, breathe the sunlight into your whole body and hold your breath. Imagine every cell soaking in the breath like a sponge. On your exhalations, release fully. Repeat this 5 times and then let go completely for 3 to 6 minutes.
Jeremi is a truly caring and gifted yoga instructor. His classes are sincere, his movement is organic, and he attentively creates a playful and spacious atmosphere. His students feel safe, challenged and really cared for. Jeremi lives his yoga, and walks through this world as a teacher with an open heart, making himself available to his students in the best way- as a kind, experienced guide, and a wise friend. He's one not to miss!
~Joy R.
Jeremi immediately struck as me as a truly grounded, real, and deep individual who's rich, and very interesting, geographical background is equally as rich as the deep, internal spiritual terrain he has walked. Jeremi became my yoga mentor, and really allowed me to lay down my own yoga roots and grow from there as my own teacher. He supported, challenged and inspired me on and off the mat. And that's the thing about Jeremi - on and off the mat he is an incredible teacher with the ability to uplift his students spirits with his true words, kinetic spirit and completely rockin' asana practice - this man almost flies! Take one of Jeremi's classes and you might end up flying too!!
~Grey M.
