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Thursday, June 12
 

9:00am EDT

Beyond Illusion: A Somatic Approach to Transforming the “Near Enemies”
Thursday June 12, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
In this 3-hour intensive, we will explore the concept of "near enemies"—qualities or behaviors that appear virtuous on the surface but can subtly undermine our growth, relationships, and authenticity. Rooted in teachings from yoga philosophy, psychology, and recovery frameworks, this session will help participants uncover how these disguised habits can keep us disconnected from ourselves and others.

Through guided reflection, experiential exercises, and somatic practices, you’ll learn to distinguish near enemies from their true counterparts, such as how pity masquerades as compassion or indifference as equanimity. Together, we’ll cultivate awareness, resilience, and tools to realign with genuine values, fostering deeper connection and transformation.
Whether you’re on a path of personal growth, recovery, or spiritual development, this workshop offers insight and practices to support living with integrity and truth.
Presenters
avatar for Nikki Myers

Nikki Myers

Founder, Y12SR
Nikki Myers, MBA, C-IAYT, is an accomplished speaker, teacher and the founder of Y12SR, The Yoga of 12-Step Recovery.Nikki is also a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, Addictions Recovery Specialist, and Certified Health Coach. Born from her personal struggle with addiction, based... Read More →
Thursday June 12, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Greylock Hall 37 Corey Road, Hancock, MA, USA

9:00am EDT

Embracing Longevity—Vinyasa Flow and Supplemental Practices for Aging Well
Thursday June 12, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Part 1: Vinyasa KramaYoga Practice for Aging Well: Join Yoga teacher and Athletic Trainer Jai Sugrim for a challenging 90-minute vinyasa flow designed to enhance strength, flexibility, and balance as we age. This invigorating class focuses on mindful movement and breath awareness to promote physical vitality and mental clarity. Suitable for all levels, modifications will be offered to ensure a safe and rewarding practice that supports aging gracefully.
Part 2: The Supplemental Practices of Yoga: After a short break, delve into an enlightening 45-minute lecture exploring interdisciplinary approaches that complement your yoga journey. Discover the benefits of integrating weight training for muscle and bone health, self-massage techniques for recovery, walking 10,000 steps a day for cardiovascular wellness and maintaining the body’s fascia, seasonal fasting for detoxification, and the importance of quality rest. The session concludes with a 15-minute Q&A, providing an opportunity to ask questions and gain personalized insights.  This presentation will help you with organizing your weekly training in a way that supports optimizing the circadian rhythm of your organs, to strike a balance between your effort and recovery.  
Presenters
avatar for Jai Sugrim

Jai Sugrim

With 30 years of professional experience as a yoga teacher, longevity expert, and health coach, Jai Sugrim has dedicated his life to guiding individuals toward graceful aging. He helps clients enhance their physical and mental well-being into and beyond the second half of life. His... Read More →
Thursday June 12, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Crane West 37 Corey Road, Hancock, MA, USA

9:00am EDT

The Kundalini Experience Immersion
Thursday June 12, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
What is kundalini anyway? How can we have an embodied experience in a safe and supported way? These are the themes that will be explored as we journey through spinal suppleness, mantra meditation, connection and community. The whole point of this immersion is to have a lived experience of your beauty, grace and perfection. No self improvement required, simply show up as you are.
Presenters
avatar for Jeannie O'Neil

Jeannie O'Neil

M.ED, E-RYT500, Yoga Farm Ithaca
Jeannie has a master's degree in education specializing in contemplative pedagogy and transformative curriculum design. She is a 500E-RYT Vinyasa and Kundalini Yoga Teacher, Mindfulness Meditation instructor, a Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider, and an Ayurvedic health practitioner.She... Read More →
Thursday June 12, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Crane East 37 Corey Rd, Hancock, MA 01237, USA

9:00am EDT

Vertical Axis Integration: Anatomy and Breath Practices of the Shushumna-Nadi
Thursday June 12, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
An foundational principle of breath-centered yoga theory and practice is what Leslie refers to as “vertical axis integration,” also known as the opening of the energetic body’s central channel. In this three-hour practical intensive, we will explore this idea through a sequence of practices that integrate a fresh perspective on asana, kriya, bandha, and pranayama. The session will conclude with an initiation into a meditative practice derived from Krishnamacharya’s unique perspective on Prana/Apana, Kundalini and Agni.

Individual modifications and adaptions for all levels of experience will be taught, and ample time will be devoted to inquiry, questions and feedback.

Presenters
avatar for Leslie Kaminoff

Leslie Kaminoff

Founder, President, The Breathing Project, Inc.
Leslie Kaminoff is a yoga educator inspired by the tradition of T.K.V. Desikachar. He is an internationally recognized specialist with four decades’ experience in the fields of yoga and breath anatomy. He leads workshops for many of the leading yoga associations, schools and training... Read More →
Thursday June 12, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Potter Brothers 37 Corey Rd, Hancock, MA, USA
  Intensive

2:00pm EDT

Maha Sadhana: Advanced Asana, Pranayama, Chanting & Sacred Story
Thursday June 12, 2025 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
This is Raghu’s deep offering giving ample amount of time for philosophical understanding of bhakti. He uses the tools of sacred story and wisdom literature before he has the students entering a quality, invigorating pranayama and asana sequence that takes students to a next level of their practice. It’s recommended that regular practitioners in asana have ample time to come together for a maha sadhana  or great practice to go deeper into our into the teachings of yoga and it’s application at least once a month. This keeps the consciousness and intention on track.this This fun and informative class is steeped with Vedic knowledge Raghu shares from his own experience of 30 plus years of practice serious study and application of the process.
Presenters
avatar for Raghunath

Raghunath

Raghunath – born Ray Cappo – was a Lower East Side hardcore/punk singer-songwriter icon, touring the globe in his teens. In a decadent music scene infested with hard drugs, negativity and intoxication he was an anomaly, propounding clean living, a positive attitude and a vegetarian... Read More →
Thursday June 12, 2025 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Burbank Room - Sponsored by Himalayan Institute 37 Corey Rd, Hancock, MA 01237, USA

2:00pm EDT

ROLL MODEL MASSAGE: Integrating the Science of Self-Myofascial Release for Every Body
Thursday June 12, 2025 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Fascia science produces new findings that are relevant to the yoga classroom and beyond. Unfortunately, fascia has also become a buzzword with exaggerated claims, promises and consumer confusion. In this session, learn the most recent evidence based research on SMFR. You'll explore your own fascial tissues with techniques and tools cultivated from best practices.
Presenters
avatar for Jill Miller

Jill Miller

Tune Up Fitness
Jill Miller, C-IAYT, ERYT, is the co-founder of Tune Up Fitness Worldwide and creator of the self-care fitness formats Yoga Tune Up® and The Roll Model® Method. With more than 30 years of study in anatomy and movement, she is a pioneer in forging relevant links between the worlds... Read More →
Thursday June 12, 2025 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Crane West 37 Corey Road, Hancock, MA, USA

2:00pm EDT

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Chakras For Spiritual Entrepreneurs
Thursday June 12, 2025 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Making a living as a yoga teacher, creative, coach, or entrepreneur is a very specific calling. Unlike other professions there isn't a clear path to success. So much of entrepreneurship comes down to making the right decisions at the right time, and not losing your holistic health in the process. It is a great challenge, but it can be done.  

In this workshop Andrew will share the core principles of life and business that he engages with daily in successfully managing his 3 companies, including his core personal management system, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Chakras, He will also share practical techniques and specific tactics for growing your business based on both spiritual and practical principles including how to make it as a yoga teacher, studio owner, yoga products/services, and related service fields.

Transform your life by understanding the flow of habits and how to align them with your natural energy cycles. Under the guidance of Andrew Tanner, a seasoned teacher with a passion for helping others achieve life-altering breakthroughs, learn how to break unwanted patterns and instill positive, life-affirming habits.

In this Workshop You Will Experience:
  • A reflective self-assessment to identify current “lynch-pin” habits
  • An understanding of the core habit related to each chakra and its order of operation and change
  • 3 Core Principles for Spiritual Transformation and Entrepreneurship
  • Breath and visualization exercises to envision change
  • A Taoist yoga sequence that reinforces your commitment to new habits
  • Partner activities for building support and accountability
Presenters
avatar for Andrew Tanner

Andrew Tanner

Founder, Berkshire Yoga Festival
Andrew Tanner is a global yoga teacher, men's mind/body coach, and public speaker known for his soulful style of teaching, and unshaken faith in people's ability to transform for the better. He has been offering holistic healing work and guiding people on spiritual retreat for over... Read More →
Thursday June 12, 2025 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Crane East 37 Corey Rd, Hancock, MA 01237, USA
 
Friday, June 13
 

8:00am EDT

Jupertarian Sadhana
Friday June 13, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am EDT
Perhaps you have heard of an Aquarian Sadhana, this is our take on this extensive ritual. We will begin by chanting together and sharing a moving meditation for the healing of the Earth. This is followed by chanting Long Ek Ong Kars, then a Kriya Yoga practice. After a luxurious savasana we will rise up to engage in more mantra together, raising
the energy of our bodies and communities so that we can carry this festival glow out into the world.
Presenters
avatar for Jeannie O'Neil

Jeannie O'Neil

M.ED, E-RYT500, Yoga Farm Ithaca
Jeannie has a master's degree in education specializing in contemplative pedagogy and transformative curriculum design. She is a 500E-RYT Vinyasa and Kundalini Yoga Teacher, Mindfulness Meditation instructor, a Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider, and an Ayurvedic health practitioner.She... Read More →
Friday June 13, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am EDT
Burbank Room - Sponsored by Himalayan Institute 37 Corey Rd, Hancock, MA 01237, USA

8:00am EDT

MenoMagick: A 3-Hour Transformational Workshop
Friday June 13, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am EDT
Step into a sacred space dedicated to the transformative journey of menopause. In this immersive 3-hour workshop, we will explore the physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of this powerful life stage. Through dynamic discussions, guided self-reflection, breathwork, and gentle movement, we will reconnect with our bodies and reframe outdated beliefs about aging. This workshop blends ancient wisdom, modern insights, and holistic practices to empower you to embrace menopause as a gateway to greater self-discovery, resilience, and inner peace. Together, we’ll cultivate community, self-compassion, and a renewed sense of purpose.
Presenters
avatar for Seane Corn

Seane Corn

Seane Corn (she/her) is an internationally-acclaimed yoga teacher, author, and public speaker who has been at the forefront of yoga, activism, and community service for 30+ years. Known for her social activism and impassioned teaching style, Seane is raw, honest, articulate, and spiritually... Read More →
Friday June 13, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am EDT
Jiminy's Big Tent 37 Corey Road, Hancock, MA, USA

2:00pm EDT

Psoas It Is
Friday June 13, 2025 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
The psoas muscle—arguably the most important muscle in the body—plays a pivotal role in physical and emotional wellbeing, yet it is one of the most overlooked muscles. This deep-seated muscle connects the upper and lower body, influencing posture, breath, and overall stability. But beyond the physical “fight-or-flight” muscle, the psoas is also a reservoir for unprocessed stress and tension, impacting our mental and emotional state.
Join Kari, a renowned yoga therapist and anatomy teacher trainer, for an in-depth exploration of the psoas in this. interactive workshop designed to deepen your understanding and connection with this powerful core muscle. You will:
  • Discover the anatomy, function, and energetic importance of the psoas.
  • Learn gentle release techniques to support tension relief and nervous system balance.
  • Find out why most yoga poses don’t address root cause of psoas dysfunction.
  • Practice a curated sequence of yoga postures and somatic movements to engage and strengthen the psoas.
  • Explore breathwork that supports psoas release and connection to the parasympathetic nervous system.
  • Gain insights into how the health of your psoas affects emotional resilience, posture, and freedom of movement.
This workshop is designed to be inclusive and is suitable for all levels. It's ideal for those who experience lower back discomfort, tight hips, or a feeling of "stuckness" in the body. Whether you are a seasoned practitioner, a yoga teacher wanting to gain knowledge and serve your students better, or just starting your journey, this workshop offers a deeper understanding of the mind-body connection through the psoas and how to gain freedom in the hips and low back. 
Come prepared to move, breathe, and release. Unlock a greater sense of ease and freedom within your body and discover how connecting with the psoas can bring you home to yourself.
Presenters
avatar for Kari Harendorf

Kari Harendorf

Co-Founder, Better Yoga
Kari Harendorf is an Ayurvedic Practitioner, a C-IAYT Yoga Therapist, an E_RYT 500 Yoga Educator, and a Reiki Master. Kari, a teacher of teachers, was on faculty for 200-hour and 850-hour teacher trainings at the Kripalu Schools of Yoga, Ayurveda, and Yoga Therapy. She spent over... Read More →
Friday June 13, 2025 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Crane East 37 Corey Rd, Hancock, MA 01237, USA

2:00pm EDT

Yoga Teacher’s Success (Formula) + Journey
Friday June 13, 2025 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Learn a step-by-step game plan any yoga teacher can use to achieve a consistent income, make an authentic impact in the lives of their students and create time freedom without losing their yoga practice and spiritual growth…

Why spending hours and hours posting on social media every day is NOT a good strategy for building a dream yoga career… 

The secret Rina’s students use to identify and develop their specific niche... and how they become a respected and sought-after expert in this field.

How Rina’s students gained confidence in building their business even if they don’t have an MBA or marketing background... and the secret that makes it happen quickly…

And.. How we do all of this even if you don’t have a following, are scared to put yourself out there, have imposter syndrome or don’t have the “perfect” yoga body. :) 

Your success journey awaits!
Presenters
avatar for Rina Jakubowicz

Rina Jakubowicz

Founder, Rina Yoga
Rina Jakubowicz, founder of Rina Yoga and Super Yogis, is known for her vibrant and uplifting approach to yoga by bringing movement, philosophy and fun to all, including Spanish-speaking communities and children. She is an international bilingual yoga master teacher, entrepreneur... Read More →
Friday June 13, 2025 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Fischer Room, Country Inn 37 Corey Rd, Hancock, MA, USA
  Intensive
 
Berkshire Yoga Fesitval 2025
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