4th Annual Grand Valley Yoga Fest: Full Schedule

We are a traditional Yoga Festival BUT with a twist…

We aim to come together through Yoga to CONNECT, RECHARGE, to have FUN and GIVE BACK to our community…

Our mission is twofold:

To host a diverse yoga festival in our community, taught by renowned yoga teachers, musicians & speakers to equip attendees with tools for managing stress and anxiety in their day-to-day lives.
To allocate festival profits to mental health and suicide awareness programs within the Grand Valley.

100% OF THE FESTIVAL’S PROCEEDS GO TO MENTAL HEALTH & SUICIDE AWARENESS PROGRAMS IN THE GRAND VALLEY

11:00am MDT

The Mystical Heart of Yoga - Universal Love and Compassion Across Traditions

Welcome to "The Mystical Heart of Yoga - Universal Love and Compassion Across Traditions", an
experiential discussion designed to illuminate the profound connection between mystical traditions and
the essence of yoga. This session is a poetic transcendental journey through the intertwined paths of
ancient yoga and the mystical wisdom of diverse spiritual traditions, all while nurturing the profound
qualities of love and compassion within the heart of each participant.

As the petals of understanding unfold, we will weave together the vibrant threads of mystical practices
from around the world, showcasing how the heart of yoga is deeply entwined with the universal pursuit
of love and transcendental wholeness.

We will delve into the esoteric teachings of Sufism, where the dance of the whirling dervishes
exemplifies the soul's ecstatic union with the divine; explore the Bhakti tradition of India, with its
devotional songs echoing the heart's eternal yearning for spiritual connection; and touch upon the
compassionate teachings of Early Christian mystics like Saint Francis of Assisi, who saw the divine sparkle
in all of creation. From the practice of metta or loving-kindness meditation in the Buddhist tradition to
the deep, heart-opening postures in Hatha Yoga, participants will gain insights into how these practices
help dissolve the illusion of separation, fostering a sense of unity with the divine and all of creation.

Participants will be invited to engage in brief, meditative journey, allowing them to personally
experience the soothing balm of universal love and compassion.

Ideal for anyone seeking to deepen their yoga practice through the power of love, or for those wishing
to expand their understanding of spiritual interconnectedness, this class will cultivate a sense of
profound connection and universal love. This discussion promises to be not just an educational
experience, but a profound invitation into the soul of mysticism, where every breath and moment is an
embrace of the divine.

Teachers & Presenters

Jerred Endsley

Jerred Endsley, LCSW graduated Purdue University in 2011 with an undergraduate degree in psychology before attending graduate school for social work at Boston College. Following this, he obtained a Clinical Fellowship in the Application of Empirically Supported Treatments for Severe... Read More →

Friday May 31, 2024 11:00am - 12:30pm MDT
Shakti Shala Outside Aux Gym

Lecture & Yogic Philosphy

11:00am MDT

Rhythm Ceremony: A Transformative Multi-Sensory Experience Beyond Imagination

Immerse Yourself in an Extraordinary Journey with Rhythm Ceremony!

Discover the magic of Rhythm Ceremony, where music meets cacao in a sensational, multi-sensory adventure! Step into a sacred circle and unite your personal intentions with the vibrant energy of the community. This is no ordinary journey – this is an experience like no other! Let the Rhythms Resonate, Let the Magic Unfold

Indulge your senses with individual headphones as the enchanting duo, Lauren Sukha & Damon Zen Drummer, skillfully intertwine meditation, pranayama, and original music. Their unique blend of mantra and storytelling creates a symphony that will elevate your spirit. Brace yourself for a transformative, innovative, and uplifted experience guided by the rhythm of your own heartbeat.

Rhythm Ceremony invites you to journey beyond the limits of the known, to a space where creativity and intention converge. This is not just an event; it's a portal to self-discovery and collective elevation.

Teachers & Presenters

Lauren Adamo

La Sukha

Lauren Adamo is a 200 RYT hour certified yoga teacher, Reiki Master, and sacred cacao facilitator. Long before the certification, she started yoga as a form of exercise that felt good in her body. Over her adulthood, she returned to yoga again and again to find balance, flexibility... Read More →

Damon

Zen Drummer

Damon, Zen Drummer, is a former Self Realization Fellowship monk (yogananda-srf.org) and professional musician. During Rhythm Ceremony Damon will guide your soul on a meditative, musical journey across the Ganges River to peace within. By using SoundOff headphones to create an immersive, stereo sensory experience, Zen Drummer will weave his resonant voice and p... Read More →

Friday May 31, 2024 11:00am - 12:30pm MDT
Bodhi Lounge End of Hallway

Yoga

1:00pm MDT

Yoga of Relationships

Manoj will guide you through experiential yogic practices involving the heart and emotions and not some random spiritual platitudes generated by AI/ChatGpt. There will be specific takeaways for your daily sadhana.

Beginning with the relationship with the higher Self, we will explore the relationships of Shiva/Shakti, Sita/Ram, Arjuna/Krishna, Hanuman/Ram-Sita, and Krishna/Radha with sacred stories, philosophy, breath-work, and mantras.

All done using sacred statues (murtis) of these deity archetypes.

With a whole lotta laughter and bowing.

Teachers & Presenters

Dr. Manoj Chalam

Murtis and Vendanta

Manoj (people call him a spiritual standup comedian) uses an uniquely entertaining, interactive story telling style using Hindu/Buddhist deities in his workshops to illuminate Bhakti practices as well as deep non dual philosophy. He teaches at festivals, yoga events, his ashram and... Read More →

Friday May 31, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm MDT
Shakti Shala Outside Aux Gym

Lecture & Yogic Philosphy

1:00pm MDT

Awaken your Sacred Creative: Yoga, Mantra & Mudras with Live Sound Journey

Come prepared to sing, flow, and AWAKEN your creative voice through meditation, breathwork, and an expressive yoga flow accompanied with live music, mantra and mudras. This workshop will connect movement and song as a holistic practice to access your inner truth and birth your unseen ideas into the physical world.

Julia will guide you on an expressive and embodied vinyasa flow sequence with an emphasis on subtle
body awareness and intuitive movement, while Liat accompanies the class with an inspiring multi-instrument sound journey. Throughout the sequence, we will integrate mudras and mantras that empower your creative potential and activate the power of your voice.

Teachers & Presenters

Julia Cavalieri

Julia believes this path of self-inquiry and exploration of spirit is life's most precious pursuit. As a teacher, she seeks to create vibrant and challenging, yet welcoming and accessible classes, with an environment that above all encourages radical self-expression, values total... Read More →

Liat Arochas

Wake the Voice

Liat offers holistic vocal coaching, integrating mind, body, and spirit through voice. With experience in music performance, therapy, and behavior science, she provides a unique approach to vocal therapy. As a certified SLPA and Registered Behavior Technician, she blends diverse backgrounds... Read More →

Friday May 31, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm MDT
Ananda Room Auditorium

Yoga

1:00pm MDT

SHAKTI TEMPLE: Radiant Codes of Lakshmi with Backbends, Pranayama and Chanting

Awaken the radiant codes of Lakshmi, honoring the cycles of life with a compassionate and generous heart. Each day of the week is associated with different deities, planetary powers, and codes of consciousness. Friday is the day of Venus and Lakshmi’s Love with the radiant codes of compassion, sustainability, harmony, abundance, beauty, grace, prosperity, sensuality, empathy, generosity, and blessing energy.

Sianna will guide you in a bhakti flow of backbends, pranayama, and chanting. Learn a skillful sequence to full wheel pose, Urdhva Dhanurasana, and creative variations of deeper backbends. This is a progressive sequence of standing poses with symmetrical and asymmetrical backbends, functional anatomy, pranayama, chanting, mantra and mudra to embody the radiant codes of Lakshmi.

Let’s lift up our prayers, together in community, in this Shakti Temple Journey.

Rasa Yoga is a bhakti fusion of asana, mantra, mudra, myth, pranayama, meditation, functional anatomy, Tantric yoga philosophy, shadow work, social justice advocacy and soul alchemy.

Teachers & Presenters

Sianna Sherman

Rasa Yoga

Sianna (she/her) is committed to being Love-In-Action here on earth to serve. For nearly three decades, she has been an international yoga teacher, training tens of thousands of students and yoga teachers from around the globe. As the visionary of the Rasa Yoga Collective, Mythic... Read More →

Friday May 31, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm MDT
The Big Tent

Yoga

3:00pm MDT

A Sound Journey: Intention Setting and Choosing your "I AM"

Join Rana Nader for a transformative Alchemy sound healing class. In this session, you'll dive deep into the art of setting a specific intention and choosing the right mantra to guide you on your journey. Through the resonant vibrations of Crystal Tones Alchemy crystal singing bowls in the key of B, Rana will lead you through a meditative exploration to connect with your inner wisdom and align with your highest intentions.

Teachers & Presenters

Rana Nader

Rana Nader is a dedicated 200 RYT certified yoga instructor and devoted Alchemy sound healer based in Laguna Beach, California. With a passion for blending the transformative practices of yoga with the resonant vibrations of Alchemy crystal singing bowls, Rana offers a unique journey... Read More →

Friday May 31, 2024 3:00pm - 4:30pm MDT
Ananda Room Auditorium

Meditation

3:00pm MDT

A Blissful Heart Opening Flow with Live Music

Join Rob and Melissa for a blissful and heart-centered yoga practice that blends asana, mantra, meditation and kirtan (call and response chanting).

Melissa leads a delicious and joyful slow flow yoga class set to live music from Rob. Unlock your voice, open your heart and connect mind, body and spirit in this wonderful devotional practice.

Teachers & Presenters

Rob and Melissa

Rob and Melissa are kirtan singers and yoga teachers devoted to sharing the heart-opening practices of Bhakti yoga and kirtan. Kirtan with Rob and Melissa is a fresh take on an ancient practice, where Sanskrit chants blend with modern, accessible melodies and lush harmonies to create... Read More →

Friday May 31, 2024 3:00pm - 4:30pm MDT
The Big Tent

Yoga

3:00pm MDT

Modern Abhyanga: Self Care Massage & Anatomy

Ayurvedic Massage for self-care is a powerful tool to affect the nervous system, improve sleep patterns and maintain your health naturally. Practice techniques that blend ancient and modern plus learn some anatomy along the way. There's no need for special oils or getting undressed! Learn a head-to-toe routine as simple as brushing your teeth. Expect lecture, self-massage technique, and gentle stretching.

Teachers & Presenters

Ally Watters Morrison

Ally Watters Morrison is a seasoned Myo-Fascial Release Bodyworker, Yoga Educator,Wellness Pro and Anatomy teacher. Her extensive training in a variety of healing arts modalitiesinforms her unique approach, one that guides you into layers of healing, alignment, anddeep-tissue awareness... Read More →

Friday May 31, 2024 3:00pm - 4:30pm MDT
Cafeteria

Yoga

5:00pm MDT

Opening Fire Ceremony

Friday May 31, 2024 5:00pm - 5:30pm MDT
The Big Tent

Free Community Event - donations accepted

5:30pm MDT

Storytelling through Dance: A Traditional Indian Dance Performance

Witness storytelling through dance in the traditional form of Bharatanatyam with a twist!

Ranjani will present a blend of dance forms to share the significance and meanings of devotional songs set to rhythmic music. Combined with intricate footwork and elaborate hand gestures, this meaningful visual journey aims to guide the audience through an invigorating and joyous experience.

Teachers & Presenters

Ranjani Vedanthan

Kalapriya School of Dance LLC

Ranjani Vedanthan, Director and Instructor, studied Bharatanatyam (Vazhuvoor style) under Guru Smt. Padmini Ravi of Bangalore, India for six years. Starting in 1988, from middle-school until college, Ranjani traveled to India every summer to study Carnatic Sangeet and Bharatanatyam, classical south-Indian vocal music and dance. In 1995, she completed her arangetrams in Bangalore, India and in Denver, and was the... Read More →

Friday May 31, 2024 5:30pm - 6:30pm MDT
The Big Tent

Free Community Event - donations accepted

6:45pm MDT

Kirtan with Rob & Melissa

Kirtan, call and response chanting, is considered to be the heartbeat of Bhakti Yoga, the yoga of devotion. Rob and Melissa’s kirtan is a fresh take on an ancient practice, where heart-filled songs blend Sanskrit chants with modern, accessible melodies and lush harmonies.

Join Rob and Melissa for a joy-filled celebration of the divine!

Teachers & Presenters

Rob and Melissa

Friday May 31, 2024 6:45pm - 8:00pm MDT
The Big Tent

Free Community Event - donations accepted

8:00am MDT

Empowered Heart: A Journey from Suffering to Compassion & Healing

The Empowered Heart is a methodology, language, and toolset designed to assist
people through the process of healing emotional pain and living in a more present,
conscious, and empowered state. All are welcome here.
By looking at our wounds and giving ourselves permission to feel the deeper feelings
beneath the exterior shell of ego and protection, we can better understand where the
pain is coming from and what we need to feel better.

As we obtain the ability to more clearly understand our needs, we’re then able to break
the cycle of suffering by consciously being with our wounds (instead of avoiding them),
understanding our pain, and taking continual action to get our needs met.

Join us as we release shame, experience connection and empower our hearts
through a heartfelt talk, mindful movement, and a guided yoga nidra session.

Teachers & Presenters

Sarahndipity Johnsen

Serendipitous Entertainment

Sarahndipity Johnsen, M.Ed. is a meditation facilitator, reiki energy mystic, author, producer, artist, yoga practitioner, and a trauma-informed guide into the Empowered Heart. Her yogic knowledge is deeply rooted in an ancient Siddhar path. Her reiki training is from the Usui Shiki... Read More →

Saturday June 1, 2024 8:00am - 9:30am MDT
Bodhi Lounge End of Hallway

Lecture & Yogic Philosphy

8:00am MDT

Malas, Mantras & Meditation – From Sound to Silence

Malas have served as a tool throughout history to count our mantras so we can learn to start to quiet our minds.

Join us in this class as we learn the ancient history of Malas and how to use them for a Japa Meditation practice. Japa Meditation consists of chanting a Divine word or phrase repetitively. Those who practice know it as the best purifier of thought, word and deed in this Kali Yuga. It is widely known that meditation rewires the brain in deeply beneficial ways. It is less widely known that repeating sacred mantra does the same in even less time. The better the practice the faster the transformation. Join us as we explore the relationship between mind, thought, mantra, and happiness.

This workshop focuses primarily on practice, with discussion of the science of sound through our program.

Teachers & Presenters

Swami Sankarananda

Divine Grace Yoga Ashram

Swami Sankarananda is a simple pilgrim of peace and a servant of God in our path of awakening to the One Truth. Living much of his adult life as a businessman in the tech industry, he realized the selfish pursuits were meaningless and through grace came to the pursuit of God, or highest... Read More →

Elizabeth Whitt

Yogi Dreamer

Elizabeth is a self-proclaimed Lover of ALL things Malas and Bhakti Yoga….Elizabeth received her first Mala in the late 1990s. It was a Rosary from her mother-in-law. She had no idea the meaning behind it, nor did she have instructions on how to use it, but was drawn to it and instinctually... Read More →

Saturday June 1, 2024 8:00am - 9:30am MDT
Shakti Shala Outside Aux Gym

Lecture & Yogic Philosphy

8:00am MDT

Manifestation: A Sound Healing Journey

Embark on a journey of manifestation with Rana Nader in this captivating sound healing journey. Through the transformative vibrations of Crystal Tones Alchemy crystal singing bowls in the key of A#, you'll harness the power of vibration to clean and clear any obstacle from your prosperity and success.

Teachers & Presenters

Rana Nader

Saturday June 1, 2024 8:00am - 9:30am MDT
Ananda Room Auditorium

Meditation

8:00am MDT

The Power of the Heart ~ Hridaya Shakti: Healing Yoga, Meditation and Chanting for Transforming Times

We are living in a time of great awakening and transformation both individually and collectively. The Human heart holds the keys to our transformation at both a personal and planetary level.

Ancient spiritual traditions, artists, poets, musicians, modern science, medicine & meta-physics have all been fascinated by the human heart and how to tap into it’s profound energy and power. Perhaps no space of consciousness has held as much fascination and exploration as the heart, yet we are all still learning how to tap into the power of the heart in daily life. In the Yoga tradition, the Hridaya is our spiritual heart and is the seat of our spiritual essence, our vital force and our deepest drive. It exists on different levels of being; physical, emotional and spiritual and is also the key to our health, energy and inner peace. The next level of our evolution is connected to the awakening and integration of H E A R T Consciouness.

This master class will include a short dharma talk, dynamic practice of soul centered yoga, meditation, chanting and live music and special practices for strengthening, healing and awakening the power of the heart. Awakening the Power of the Heart is a practice. All levels are welcome.

Teachers & Presenters

Saul David Raye

Ritam Healing Arts

Saul David Raye is an acclaimed teacher and spiritual activist known for his unique and transformational approach to yoga, and spirituality. Saul’s teaching draws on 25 years of study and practice in the depth of the Yoga tradition, Bhakti, Tantra and all forms of universal light... Read More →

Saturday June 1, 2024 8:00am - 9:30am MDT
The Big Tent

Yoga

10:00am MDT

Upside Down & Grounded: Exploring Headstands and Handstands

Inversions, where the heart is above the head, offer a unique array of physical and mental benefits including building strength and boasting confidence.

In this workshop you’ll learn essential techniques to safely and confidently practice handstands and headstands. Whether you have yet to explore the path of inverting or are seasoned in the realm of upside down, this workshop is designed to explore and learn!

Teachers & Presenters

Jerrod & Chelsea Skywalker

Jerrod Skywalker E-500 RYT (@unicornasana) and Chelsea Skywalker 500 RYT (@mrsunicornasana) are a married couple teaching slackline yoga and Acro yoga throughout the U.S. Since Jerrod graduated yogaslacker training in 2016 he has taught at over 75 festivals and in 2019 Chelsea joined... Read More →

Saturday June 1, 2024 10:00am - 11:15am MDT
Cafeteria

Yoga

10:00am MDT

Awaken Shakti - the Goddess Archetype within you in your Heroine’s Journey

This class is suitable for men and women. The pinnacle of the Goddess archetype is the Wisdom Goddess with side archetypes of the Mother and the luminous Devi. Discover the archetypes of the slumbering Goddesses or Shakti within us as Lakshmi, Saraswati, Kali, Durga, Tara and Kwan Yin. Unleash this Shakti, within you as the creative power of the One. This Shakti archetype guides us through all aspects of life transitions such as adulthood, relationships, marriage, parenting, profession, mentoring and finally enlightenment. With Shakti's guidance, we are able to fully express the heroine’s journey to Self Actualization.

Manoj will help you find your personal deity Goddess archetype

(This workshop is 80% lecture, 10% meditation, 5% Mantras and 5% light spiritual stretches.)

Teachers & Presenters

Dr. Manoj Chalam

Murtis and Vendanta

Saturday June 1, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am MDT
Shakti Shala Outside Aux Gym

Lecture & Yogic Philosphy

10:00am MDT

Rhythm Ceremony: A Transformative Multi-Sensory Experience Beyond Imagination

Teachers & Presenters

Damon

Zen Drummer

Lauren Adamo

La Sukha

Saturday June 1, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am MDT
Bodhi Lounge End of Hallway

Meditation

10:00am MDT

Twist and Turns for Grief

Grief is non-linear and excellent at finding hiding spaces in the body; as such, we will twist and turn our bodies, following the age old advice, “if you can feel it, you can heal it.” Expect a gentle practice progression to release spinal and hip tightness, with a few emotional aha’s.

This class is appropriate for all levels of practitioners, from raw beginners to seasoned mat-goers: if the floor feels far away, bring a block; if it feels hard, bring your blanket.

Teachers & Presenters

Shannon Paige Kenney

Co Founder, Earth Yoga and Mental Health and Founder The School of Embodied Poetry, Masters Candidate, Clinton School of Public Service and JD Candidate Bowen School of Law, University of ArkansasDedicated to public service, civic action and giving voice to those who find their voices... Read More →

Saturday June 1, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am MDT
The Big Tent

Yoga

12:00pm MDT

Unlocking Wellness: The Power of Nia

Ana invites you on a journey to explore Nia. Participants will be moving to a wide variety of musical genres while balancing Form and Freedom, Yin and Yang, and Energy moving In and Out.

Nia is a powerful fusion of dance, martial arts, and mindfulness practices.

Teachers & Presenters

Ana Uy-Alexander

Ana Uy-Alexander, Nia Black Belt Instructor, has been sharing The Joy of Movement through her Nia classes for over 15 years. She has facilitated Nia experiences at YMCA’s, health clubs, yoga studios, dance studios, and community centers in the Front Range, the Bay Area, and now... Read More →

Saturday June 1, 2024 12:00pm - 12:45pm MDT
Ananda Room Auditorium

Yoga

12:00pm MDT

Satsang with Shannon

Grab your lunch and join Shannon for an engaging dialogue on yoga and life.

Satsang is a Sanskrit term derived from two roots: sat meaning "true or Truth" and sangha meaning "community" and refers to the act of gathering with like-minded, uplifting people, and engaging in a spiritual dialogue.

Teachers & Presenters

Shannon Paige Kenney

Saturday June 1, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm MDT
The Big Tent

Free Community Event - donations accepted

1:15pm MDT

Bolly-Fusion: A Blend of Indian and other Dance Styles

What is Bolly-Fusion Dance?
The Hindi-language film industry based in Mumbai, India is the root of Bollywood dance, which is a blend of all Indian dance styles, in addition to forms of dance from around the world. These various dance styles could be traditional or classical, and they could include more modern forms of dances. Bolly-Fusion is Ranjani's interpretation and synthesis of dance moves and choreography that is influenced by the plethora of ideas from around the world.

What to Expect:
In a Bolly-Fusion dance workshop, we start and end with a salutation to the vibrations and foundations that merge to create the floor, music and atmosphere in which we move with focused attention. A brief warm-up follows, after which dancers typically start in a formation like diagonal or straight lines to learn and repeat sequences of movements, and then move into choreographed formations. The dances are fast-paced and involve the constant movement of feet and hands, as well as the hips and head. Drills are incorporated to solidify movements and sequences, and class ends with a cool-down. The selection of music is usually a popular modern Bollywood song, an American hit, or a blend of both. By the end of the workshop, dancers will have mastered a choreographed Bolly-Fusion dance sequence.

Teachers & Presenters

Ranjani Vedanthan

Kalapriya School of Dance LLC

Saturday June 1, 2024 1:15pm - 2:45pm MDT
Ananda Room Auditorium

Dance

1:15pm MDT

Space, Time & Light

Yoga, Āyurveda and the Vedic Sciences are rooted in the understanding that observable, experiential reality is composed of an amalgamation of five elements — ether, air, fire, water & earth. But what are the elements? How do they actually combine to create life?

In this interactive session, we will explore the physics and metaphysics of the elements, expanding and deepening your relationship with the living cosmos. In addition to awe-inspiring conceptual understandings, you will walk away with practical tools to flow through daily life with ease, patience and play.

Teachers & Presenters

David McConaghay

David McConaghay aka VedaDave is an IFS-informed Ayurvedic Doctor (NAMA), professional Vedic Astrologer, Master of Metaphysics and nature-based minister & celebrant.He is the president of the Colorado Āyurvedic Medical Association, chair of the Colorado Āyurveda Conference and leader... Read More →

Saturday June 1, 2024 1:15pm - 2:45pm MDT
Shakti Shala Outside Aux Gym

Lecture & Yogic Philosphy

1:15pm MDT

Mindful Steps: Exploring the Practice of Walking Meditation

What would it be like to walk with no particular destination in mind? Join Jere to learn about, experience, and discuss walking meditation.

A walking meditation is the practice of walking with awareness and mindfulness, paying attention to each step and the sensations in the body along the way. The goal is not to reach a particular destination, but to be fully present along the way. This helps us to cultivate mindfulness, reduce stress and anxiety, and promote a sense of calm and relaxation. Walking meditation can be a great complement to sitting meditation, and often is enjoyed by people who find sitting meditation to be challenging. It’s also a great way to incorporate mindfulness into your daily life, as you can practice walking meditation while doing your daily activities or out for your daily walk.

NOTE: this venue is outside, be sure to bring sun protection, sunglasses, walking shoes, water, etc.

Teachers & Presenters

Jere Friedman

Spiral Light Sound & Meditation Center

Jere Friedman, J.D., M.A., CMMI, is an Employee of the Universe – with full benefits! He is a Gongmaster, certified Breathwork Healer, Certified Meditation and Mindfulness Instructor, and founder of Spiral Light Sound & Meditation Center in Grand Junction, Colorado. Jere also holds... Read More →

Saturday June 1, 2024 1:15pm - 2:45pm MDT
Aux Gym

Meditation

1:15pm MDT

Foundations for Flight - An Exploration of Arm Balances

It is through our firm connection to our roots that we are able to rise up and take flight.

Nancy-Kate with guide you through a Conscious Flow Yoga class, moving from simple to more complex as we approach a peak posture. Building similar alignment principles on top of each other to understand the foundations we cultivate to explore arm balances.

Teachers & Presenters

Nancy-Kate Rau

Through yoga Nancy-Kate has found a passion to live life to the fullest, embracing the wholeness of our experience and she wants share that with others. Her enchantment for teaching yoga shines in her ability to hold space for students to go inside and create personal transformation... Read More →

Saturday June 1, 2024 1:15pm - 2:45pm MDT
Cafeteria

Yoga

1:15pm MDT

Journey to the Heart: Bhakti Vinyasa Flow

Bhakti Vinyasa is a blissful mandala of heart opening kirtan, fresh and fluid vinyasa yoga, devotion, bhakti-philosophy, and prayer. This ritual and heart-based adventure is designed to compassionately open our bodies, voices, minds and hearts, and help each of us cultivate our own unique and loving relationship with the divine.

Come join us for an adventure through the body and into the Heart!

Teachers & Presenters

Govind Das

Bhakti Yoga Shala

Govind Das is a California-based kirtan singer, yoga teacher and as his spiritual name suggests -"servant of the divine". He is the co-director/owner of Bhakti Yoga Shala in Santa Monica CA. Govind Das's commitment to Bhakti yoga and the ideals of love, service, and devotion is the... Read More →

Saturday June 1, 2024 1:15pm - 2:45pm MDT
The Big Tent

Yoga

3:15pm MDT

Yoga Nidra: Deep Somatic Meditations

Yoga nidra meditation is a well-researched meditative relaxation initially developed by the
Bihar School of Yoga in India and now rapidly spreading across the West --as part of both
yoga wellness and veterans’ PTSD treatment. It incorporates guided relaxation with an
empowering intention, visualizations, breath awareness, counting backwards, chakra
sensitization, etc.,. Yoga nidra is known to promote deep relaxation in the alpha-theta brain
wave states, decrease stress, and also increase calmness, equipoise and cognition. In
advanced yoga nidra, sacred chakra sounds (bija mantras) and sacred geometry (yantra)
visualizations of the chakras are also interwoven with moving imagery of light and breath.
Examples from brain-meditation research will be shared, along with tips for practice and
teaching.

Sreedevi also offers a certification program in yoga nidra with training, coaching
and mentoring at www.Shakti-Institute.com

Teachers & Presenters

Sreedevi Bringi

Sreedevi Bringi is a retired core faculty member in Yoga Studies/ Religious Studies atNaropa University in Boulder, Colorado. A native of South India, she has receivedformal training in yoga, meditation, Sanskrit, and Hindu/yoga traditions from familyelders and swamis of yoga ashrams... Read More →

Saturday June 1, 2024 3:15pm - 4:45pm MDT
Ananda Room Auditorium

Meditation

3:15pm MDT

Exploring the Fundamentals of Acro Yoga

Acro yoga, also known as acrobatic yoga or partner yoga combines yoga with acrobatics with a partner or group. We’ll break down the 5 fundamentals of Acro yoga that you can take with you to safely practice and play with friends or family.

No partner necessary to try it out. All ages and levels of yoga welcome.

Teachers & Presenters

Jerrod & Chelsea Skywalker

Saturday June 1, 2024 3:15pm - 4:45pm MDT
Aux Gym

Yoga

3:15pm MDT

Leap of Faith - A Hanuman Yoga experience

Hanuman, the Monkey God, is the perfect yogi. Everything he does comes from a desire to serve (Karma Yogi). He is a master of the yogic texts and scriptures (Jnani Yogi). He created Surya Namaskar, in order to worship his Guru, Surya (Asana). Last, but not least, Hanuman is utterly devoted to Lord Rama and his beloved Sita (Bhakti Yogi).

Awaken these Hanuman qualities of Strength, Service and Devotion in yourself with this unique yogic journey of asana, pranayama, storytelling, meditation and kirtan. Rob’s passion and love for Hanuman will make your heart soar in this all-levels class.

Teachers & Presenters

Rob and Melissa

Saturday June 1, 2024 3:15pm - 4:45pm MDT
The Big Tent

Yoga

3:15pm MDT

Yoga Meridians and a Cup of Chi

When you anchor your Yoga poses with Chi Gong techniques, the body feels calm, energized and fluid…. All day!

Layer your favorite poses with meridians, organ awareness and healing points in this unique practice format. Learn body tapping along the energy lines that create piezo-electric currents to amplify health of muscle tissue, joints and energy centers. Feel your nerves balanced and your body energized in this whole body, deeply centering practice.

Teachers & Presenters

Ally Watters Morrison

Saturday June 1, 2024 3:15pm - 4:45pm MDT
Cafeteria

Yoga

5:15pm MDT

Heart Medicine Kirtan, An evening of mantra, song, meditation + prayer with Saul David Raye

A soul-stirring evening of chanting, mantra, music, soulful songs, dynamic meditation, and prayer as we come together in sound + community and the power of the heart.

Teachers & Presenters

Saul David Raye

Ritam Healing Arts

Saturday June 1, 2024 5:15pm - 6:30pm MDT
The Big Tent

Free Community Event - donations accepted

6:30pm MDT

Chant and Be Happy: Kirtan with Govind Das

Join Govind Das in the uplifting and heart opening practice of Kirtan. Kirtan is an ancient bhakti yoga practice using mantra and music as an expression of devotion and prayer. The literal translation of kirtan is "to praise.” Kirtan is described as a "jewel of a spiritual practice" because of its joyful, open-hearted, meditative, and communal feeling.

Come sing, dance, and enjoy the community. For people new to kirtan/chanting, just bring yourself, no special clothes or yoga mat needed. "Chant and Be Happy!”

Teachers & Presenters

Govind Das

Bhakti Yoga Shala

Saturday June 1, 2024 6:30pm - 8:00pm MDT
The Big Tent

Free Community Event - donations accepted

8:00am MDT

Form & Formless: Hindu/Buddhist Deity Archetypes & Enlightenment

Enlightenment (in the Vedanta tradition) is the journey of Knowing the Self, abiding in the Self and seeing the same Self in others with love and compassion. Manoj will guide you through the 3 practices of non dualistic Advaita Vedanta philosophy: Shravanam (listening), Mananam (contemplation) and Nidhidhyasana (abiding in the Self).

The question then arises, what role do these deities such as Ganesh, Shiva, Lakshmi, Buddha,Tara play in this journey?. Manoj will bring in statues of these deities and relate their symbolisms to our journey to enlightenment. Through humorous archetypical story telling, discover your Isthadevata (personal archetype), uncover their secret symbolisms and learn the five ways to work with them as part of a practice towards spiritual awakening.

(This workshop is 80% lecture, 10% meditation, 5% Mantras and 5% light spiritual stretches.)

Teachers & Presenters

Dr. Manoj Chalam

Murtis and Vendanta

Christine Moore

Yoga with Christine

Christine is a Yoga Therapist, yoga educator and an accomplished dancer. Her passion for movement inspired her to become a yoga teacher.While her son was serving in Afghanistan, Christine began her yoga journey to enhance her dance teaching. She fell in love with yoga and began teaching... Read More →

Sunday June 2, 2024 8:00am - 9:30am MDT
Shakti Shala Outside Aux Gym

Lecture & Yogic Philosphy

8:00am MDT

Tools for Reducing Trauma Response in Daily Life

This workshop weaves together diverse practices for regulating the nervous system during stressful times, with specific tools for reducing trauma response to life’s everyday jarring moments. We’ll ground ourselves in practices from somatic, vocal, and energetic modalities, such as shaking, strengthening psoas/vegal tone, and moving energy through vocalization, self, compassion meditation, and soothing sounds.

Teachers & Presenters

Johanna Beekman

Johanna Beekman is an internationally acclaimed singer/songwriter, chant/kirtan artist, yoga teacher, vocal teacher, recording artist, and event producer.Johanna is loved for her rich, soulful voice, her radiant spirit, and her inspiring songs and chants that tap deeply into our collective... Read More →

Sunday June 2, 2024 8:00am - 9:30am MDT
Ananda Room Auditorium

Lecture & Yogic Philosphy

8:00am MDT

Hips Hold the Truth

It has been said that the story of your heart is held in the hips. Whether they feel loose, tight, or unsteady, we will explore their truth-telling and investigate movement-based strategies to release their secrets and bring forth a more balanced and soothed sense of self.

This class is appropriate for all levels of practitioners, from raw beginners to seasoned mat-goers: if the floor feels far away, bring a block; if it feels hard, bring your blanket.

Teachers & Presenters

Shannon Paige Kenney

Sunday June 2, 2024 8:00am - 9:30am MDT
The Big Tent

Yoga

8:00am MDT

Transformative Kundalini Yoga: Connect, Thrive, and Rejuvenate

Discover the transformative power of Kundalini Yoga with practices that help you connect to your best self and thrive in daily life. Through breath-work and mindful movement, you can experience clarity, alertness, and relaxation while gaining a positive perspective on challenges. This practice offers a gentle yet powerful way to tap into your inner wisdom and energy, leaving you resonating with positivity even after just a few minutes. Concluding with a gong sound bath, Kundalini yoga aims to restore and reset your nervous system, promising a blissful experience.

Experience the power of Kundalini Yoga:
Set a firm foundation to the Earth to launch you into the realm of Infinity! Foundation to Infinity Kriya.

Teachers & Presenters

Natalie Courtney

Owner, Soul Vibes

Natalie Courtney began her yoga journey in NYC and Los Angeles while working in the art and museum field. It was a time in her life where she felt the need to become flexible, strong and disciplined.When she moved overseas to Okinawa, Japan she realized there was much more to the... Read More →

Sunday June 2, 2024 8:00am - 9:30am MDT
Cafeteria

Yoga

10:00am MDT

Veterans, Military & First Responders Yoga Class: Awareness of Breath & Body

This class is Free for those who are military, veterans or a first responder.

In this class, we will concentrate on breathing, and being fully present in the moment. Movement options will be given to make this class accessible for people trying yoga for the first time, and for those who are regular practitioners. With options, everyone in class will be in control of their own practice and pace. This class will bring awareness to the breath, and focus on establishing a few tools for the toolbox to take away to practice on and off the mat.

The class is for anybody and ability level, including first timers.

Teachers & Presenters

Christine Moore

Yoga with Christine

Sunday June 2, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am MDT
Bhakti Shala Band Room

Free Community Event - donations accepted

10:00am MDT

Arise & Awake! Bliss is Who You Are!

Classical Yoga in the Modern Age
Who wants to be Happy? Who wants to be Loved? It is amazing that in this hectic and constantly changing modern time each of us still seek exactly what we have always sought. Love. Peace. Joy. These are real, though we learn that they are not where we think that they are. Yoga shows the way. This workshop is for all ages and all levels.

We will explore through discussion and practice the pre-ancient Yoga and Vedanta as these relate to this modern life and see together how it can enliven and awaken us. How we, together with the aid of the sages of Yoga and the Universal, through our own practice, can find and live in the fullness that we seek. We’ll discuss the human experience – the universal nature of it in addition to all of our apparent differences. What is it? Why do we suffer? Is there a way to end suffering, and what is the way? We’ll bring in to our discussion wisdom from the Raja Yoga Sutras (Patanjali or Ashtanga Yoga) and the Bhagavad Gita, along with some of the Upanishadic sharing. And we will, through our discussion and select together, see how it works, how it fits together with our lives. Finally we’ll explore keys to successful and continuous practice while we live our lives.

Teachers & Presenters

Swami Sankarananda

Divine Grace Yoga Ashram

Sunday June 2, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am MDT
Shakti Shala Outside Aux Gym

Lecture & Yogic Philosphy

10:00am MDT

SUP Yoga

This class will include a dry land SUP demo that will review the equipment, basic paddling technique and how to clip into the yoga dock. Then, SUP yogis will take their yoga poses to a new level while floating and enjoying the natural elements around them. The core muscles will be challenged in a new way and body awareness will become paramount as natural alignment shift against the moving surface. The sensation of floating will help to alleviate stress while creating focus and motivation.

*Includes SUP equipment, safety gear and instruction

Bring:

Water and good vibes

Wear:
Quick dry clothing (little to no cotton)
Water shoes or sandals (we will take off during practice)
Sunblock

NOTE: Attendees are to meet at the front doors of Palisade High School at 10:00 am for the shuttle to take them to Riverbend Lake.

Teachers & Presenters

Elizabeth Fortunshniak

GJ SUP

Elizabeth is a E-RYT 500. Not only, is she a great listener to the people she meets but also to the natural surrounding environment. She has a fun, calm, welcoming presence in the studio and on the paddle board. Elizabeth’s classes are intended to bring you into the state of being... Read More →

Sunday June 2, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am MDT
Riverbend Park Lake

SUP

10:00am MDT

Chakra Radiance - Rasa Yoga Gayatri Flow

Light up the Temple on the day of the Sun with sun salutations, pranayama, and chanting the Gayatri mantra in community. Activate the manifesting power of the sun with breath, mantra, and movement. This joyful practice brings to life the power of asana with visualization, breath, affirmations and mantra practice. You will be glowing from root to crown with a full spectrum practice that culminates in a guided Rasa Yoga Chakra Meditation.

Rasa Yoga is a bhakti fusion of asana, mantra, mudra, myth, pranayama, meditation, functional anatomy, Tantric yoga philosophy, shadow work, and soul alchemy.

Teachers & Presenters

Sianna Sherman

Rasa Yoga

Sunday June 2, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am MDT

Yoga

10:00am MDT

Prana Shakti - Soul Sadhana!

Breath & Heart Centered Yoga Practice with Dharma Teaching, Breathwork, Chanting & Live Music.

There is no concept more central to Yoga and life than Prana (life force). It is present within all living things and is the key to health, longevity and balance. According to ancient yogic teachings, Mother Prana is a living intelligence that is both the inner teacher and the gateway to the Soul. This class will share teachings and practices to support you in awakening and strengthen the flow of Prana within, developing intuition and cultivating a deeper, richer energetic experience within your practice.

All levels welcome - class will include the practice of breath/heart centered yoga, chanting, simple meditation and live music.

Teachers & Presenters

Saul David Raye

Ritam Healing Arts

Sunday June 2, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am MDT
The Big Tent

Yoga

11:45am MDT

Myofascial Release & Yoga

NOTE: This class is CLOSED and the waitlist is very long at this point. Sorry, it is a very limited class size due to props.

In this class we will the tools from the RAD roller brand and we will work through the entire body massaging the tissues and increasing our range of motion, decreasing stress, and improving circulation. Expect some gentle yoga.

Teachers & Presenters

Laura Jolley

Laura’s curiosity for movement started early on in life as she would mimic her father’s practice from Light On Yoga by BKS Iyengar and thru ballet/dance class. Her first formal introduction to yoga was through the Sivananda yoga community in Summit County in 1998. She has studied... Read More →

Sunday June 2, 2024 11:45am - 1:00pm MDT
Choir Room

Yoga

12:00pm MDT

Satsang with SreeDevi

Grab your lunch and join SreeDevi for an engaging dialogue on yoga and life.

Satsang is a Sanskrit term derived from two roots: sat meaning "true or Truth" and sangha meaning "community" and refers to the act of gathering with like-minded, uplifting people, and engaging in a spiritual dialogue.

Teachers & Presenters

Sreedevi Bringi

Sunday June 2, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm MDT
The Big Tent

Free Community Event - donations accepted

1:15pm MDT

Patanjali Yoga Sutras: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Living

We will explore the philosophy and transformative practice of Raja Yoga (the “Royal Path”), drawing upon the great Yoga shastras Patanjali Yoga Sutras, and focus upon a practical approach to Yoga Life which can be applied regardless of our living circumstances. This workshop will feature lecture, discussion and practice.

Teachers & Presenters

Swami Sankarananda

Divine Grace Yoga Ashram

Sunday June 2, 2024 1:15pm - 2:45pm MDT
Shakti Shala Outside Aux Gym

Lecture & Yogic Philosphy

1:15pm MDT

SUP Yoga

This class will include a dry land SUP demo that will review the equipment, basic paddling technique and how to clip into the yoga dock. Then, SUP yogis will take their yoga poses to a new level while floating and enjoying the natural elements around them. The core muscles will be challenged in a new way and body awareness will become paramount as natural alignment shift against the moving surface. The sensation of floating will help to alleviate stress while creating focus and motivation.

*Includes SUP equipment, safety gear and instruction

Bring:

Water and good vibes

Wear:
Quick dry clothing (little to no cotton)
Water shoes or sandals (we will take off during practice)
Sunblock

NOTE: Attendees are to meet at the front doors of Palisade High School at 1:15pm for the shuttle to take them to Riverbend Lake.

Teachers & Presenters

Elizabeth Fortunshniak

GJ SUP

Sunday June 2, 2024 1:15pm - 2:45pm MDT
Riverbend Park Lake

SUP

1:15pm MDT

Finding Balance through Backbends

Backbends or heart openers are the perfect compliment to our daily lives. Engaging in a practice to lengthen and open the front body brings balance to all the activities we typically experience each day.

Join Nancy-Kate for a Conscious Flow, moving through a progression of postures from simple to more complex as you build alignment principles towards a peak pose.

Teachers & Presenters

Nancy-Kate Rau

Sunday June 2, 2024 1:15pm - 2:45pm MDT
Cafeteria

Yoga

1:15pm MDT

Intro to Slackline Yoga

Slackline Yoga is the combination of Slacklining (modern day tightrope walking) with yoga (Asana, pranayama, meditation). Come learn the foundations of slackline yoga, you will learn a variety of positions that everyone is sure to find something for an Instagram worthy post. All ages and levels of yoga welcome. Come see why it’s so cool to be a slacker!

Teachers & Presenters

Jerrod & Chelsea Skywalker

Sunday June 2, 2024 1:15pm - 2:45pm MDT
The Lawn

Yoga

1:15pm MDT

Lullaby Yoga®: Come Home to You

Lullaby Yoga® is a unique blend of melody and movement — restorative and yin yoga with heart-opening live music, created by Johanna Beekman, E-RYT 500, YACEP. Her classes focus on deep relaxation and healing, using principles from therapeutic yoga, yoga nidra, bhakti yoga, nada (sound) yoga, and sound healing/meditation.
Johanna gently guides participants through a series of deeply relaxing poses while she sings adult lullabies to them. Music and chanting facilitates the process by providing a luxurious, peaceful space for the mind to rest while the body relaxes, rebalances, and restores itself.

Teachers & Presenters

Johanna Beekman

Sunday June 2, 2024 1:15pm - 2:45pm MDT
Ananda Room Auditorium

Yoga

1:30pm MDT

Myofascial Release & Yoga

NOTE: This class is CLOSED and the waitlist is very long at this point. Sorry but it is a very limited class size due to props.

In this class we will the tools from the RAD roller brand and we will work through the entire body massaging the tissues and increasing our range of motion, decreasing stress, and improving circulation. Expect some gentle yoga.

Teachers & Presenters

Laura Jolley

Sunday June 2, 2024 1:30pm - 3:00pm MDT
Choir Room

Yoga

3:15pm MDT

Embodying Gratitude & Love Through a Bhakti Vinyasa Flow with live music

Govind Das and Saul David Rays will co-lead a session on slow flowing vinyasa yoga as a form of Bhakti yoga, emphasizing gratitude and love. The practice will encourage yogis to view their yoga mat as an altar and each pose as an offering of gratitude for life. Participants will reflect on their experience at the festival and consider incorporating the gifts of yoga, breath, meditation, and devotion into their daily lives to contribute to positive change in the world.

Live music by Rob and Melissa.

Teachers & Presenters

Govind Das

Bhakti Yoga Shala

Saul David Raye

Ritam Healing Arts

Sunday June 2, 2024 3:15pm - 4:45pm MDT
The Big Tent

Free Community Event - donations accepted