- 2 night stay at Nectar B&B
- Meals each day:
- Friday: Snack upon arrival and Dinner
- Saturday: Breakfast, Lunch, Snack & Dinner
- Sunday: Breakfast
- 2 Feelosophy yoga + massage classes, 1 Flow Yoga class on Sunday morning
- The most chill, relaxing, weekend getaway you could imagine.
- Special surprises and delights designed to ensure you experience #allthefeels
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Luxurious eco-accommodation where the land meets the sea
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Welcome reception with light + healthy refreshments
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Farm-to-table cuisine prepared by Chef, Vanessa Vorbach
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Daily yoga classes, ritual practices and meditation sessions
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Friday evening fire ceremony
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Saturday afternoon art workshop
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Full use of the retreat grounds and amenities, including 2 bicycles and 1 kayak
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Access to many forest hiking trails
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Three nights shared accommodation.
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Three daily in-house vegetarian/vegan meals by private chef. (*Nectar is a meat free facility)
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One group dinner in Snug Cove.
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Two daily yoga/meditation classes with Brittany and Alex.
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There are also two bikes and one kayak available for the group. (more kayaks can be rented in Snug Cove)
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A weekend of self reflection, soul connection, and soul sharing.
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Only 10 spaces available.
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30% non-refundable deposit holds your space in the retreat.
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Remaining payment due June 1, 2018.
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Transportation to and from the venue is not included in the price.
- 2 night stay at Nectar B&B
- Meals each day:
- Friday: Snack upon arrival and Dinner
- Saturday: Breakfast, Lunch, Snack & Dinner
- Sunday: Breakfast
- 2 Feelosophy yoga + massage classes
- The most chill, relaxing, weekend getaway you could imagine.
- Special surprises and delights designed to ensure you experience #allthefeels
- Daily yoga
- Daily growth sessions based on the “Rising Strong” curriculum of Dr. Brené Brown
- Five vegetarian and vegan meals (dinner in town on Saturday not included)
- Accommodation
- Access to the ocean, bikes, Finnish sauna, and walking trails
- Choose four to five activities that you do everyday, such as brushing your teeth, taking a shower, eating a meal, washing up, or traveling to work. Pay full attention to that activity as it is happening. Feel the toothbrush on each tooth, feel your foot against the ground upon each step. Taste the food, feel its texture, hear your teeth as they grind. Don’t just rush through your routine. Be aware of each stage of the activity, take an interest in it, no matter how mundane.
- Thinking is not the enemy. In fact, its an incredible tool, as all of us have experienced. We can be aware of our thoughts just as we are aware of our outer world. The obstacle to overcome is when we get lost in compulsive thinking and forget the present moment. When this happens, just bring attention back when you realize you lost it.
- If you get really caught up in excessive thinking, try using a mantra to take back control. Repeat a chosen word or phrase over and over to anchor your mind on that one word, preventing it from writing a speech about your failings or a tragic novel about your future prospects.
Restore Your Soul Retreat | November 23-25, 2018
October 26 – October 28, 2018
November 23 – 25, 2018
A perfect natural setting to restore, unwind, learn, connect with yourself and others, and find nourishment for your soul. You will experience personal growth as you learn a new way to interact with yourself and the world around you. Enjoy the beautiful surroundings and ocean access, take a walk to town, or find quiet space on wooded trails. Your investment for the weekend is $850 (tax included; deposit due upon booking). Enjoy the following offerings:
“RISING STRONG” IN YOUR OWN LIFE
Dive deep into the practice of wholehearted living by learning to apply the work of Dr. Brené Brown in your own life. As Byrdie leads you through daily growth sessions based on the “Rising Strong” curriculum in a small group setting, you will experience the opportunity to reflect, connect with yourself and others, and process those truths which resonate deeply with you.
DAILY YOGA SESSIONS
Come to your mat twice daily in the amazing yoga dome to find movement, release, playfulness and stillness. Appropriate for all levels and all bodies, sessions led by Heather will leave you rejuvenated. In addition to breath work, mindfulness practice and traditional hatha and yin yoga poses, unexpected moments of fun await you in your daily practices!
NOURISHING VEGETARIAN MEALS
Nourishing the soul also includes nourishing the body! Your weekend includes five delicious vegetarian meals enjoyed in community with one another. We are happy to accommodate special dietary needs or preferences upon request.
We will enjoy dinner on Saturday evening at one of the restaurants in Snug Cove, for a chance to enjoy more of what the island has to offer.
BEAUTIFUL ACCOMMODATION
Bowen Island is a short ferry ride from the mainland, but arrival on the island instantly makes you feel as if you’ve hit the pause button on life. Nestled among beautiful trees and a short walk from the ocean, Nectar Yoga B&B offers a beautiful setting in which to rest, grow, and restore. Unwind in the Finnish sauna, walk on nearby trails, or allow the sound of ocean waves to rejuvenate you. Accommodation is shared (2 guests per sleeping area).
To register please email: info@nectaryogabnb.ca
Feelosophy Retreat – Massage + Yoga
Feelosophy Yoga Retreat at Nectar B&B on Bowen Island
When:
Friday February 2, 2018 – Sunday February 2, 2018
Friday July 20, 2018 – Sunday July 22, 2018
Friday November 16 – November 18, 2018
Details:
Join Feelosophy as we host our yoga + massage retreat, at Nectar Yoga B&B. Join us for 2 nights at this incredible oasis, tucked away on Bowen Island, a quick ferry from Horseshoe bay.
Registration Includes:
* Transportation to and from Bowen Island is not included. You are responsible for arranging your own transportation. Parking spots are available on the property.
There will be free time scheduled in – perfect opportunity for you to book a massage.
ACCOMODATION:
Save $50 off the below price if you book before December 30, 2017
The Forest Cottage:
Single bed shared accommodation : $685 each
2 available
The Nectar Loft:
1 queen size bed to sleep 2 : $1250 ($625 pp, must book together)
1 double bed: $685
Main House:
Single bed in shared accommodation: 6 available
$685 per person
Please note that all rooms are shared accommodation. If you are a light sleeper please come prepared with earplugs or sleeping mask.
To register please email: info@nectaryogabnb.ca
Liquid Detox Weekend | October 5-7, 2018
Liquid Detox Weekends – Bowen Island Canada
DETAILS
** BOOK EARLY – ALL WEEKENDS SELL OUT QUICKLY
When:
March 30 – April 1, 2018 | sold out with accommodation, 2 spaces left without accommodation. Nutrition provided by Natasha Vaz
June 1-3, 2018 | SOLD OUT. Nutrition provided by Natasha Vaz
September 7-9, 2018 | 1 space left with accommodation.
October 5-7, 2018 | limited space remains.
November 9-11, 2018
Where:
Nectar Yoga B&B on Bowen Island
LIQUID DETOX WEEKEND OVERVIEW
OVERVIEW
Join Andrea Clark, yoga instructor & owner of Nectar Yoga B&B for a weekend on beautiful Bowen Island. This inspiring weekend will be filled with yoga, meditation, nature, freshly prepared juices, smoothies and warming soups all designed to detox your body and enhance your personal health and wellbeing.
This retreat is located at Nectar Yoga B&B on 1.2 acres of lush forest, just steps from the ocean. A place where you can breathe deeply, sleep soundly and feel revitalized by the abundance of surrounding nature.
A weekend with Andrea will offer you a chance to reboot, detox your body and mind, and will introduce you to new techniques, information and skills that will create positive change in your life. This weekend is a blend of yoga, mediation, delicious organic food, trail exploration, reading, dreaming and conversations by the campfire.
Leave behind the usual distractions of life and arrive in a space of nourishment, movement, self-reflection and discovery. Reconnect with your internal happiness.
Read More
YOGA & MEDITATION
Wake up to the sounds and smells of Bowen Island’s flora & fauna while practicing your daily guided meditation in our yoga dome. Breathe in the fresh air during your yoga asana and pranayama (yogic breathing) class. Whether you are an experienced yoga practitioner or blossoming into your practice, you will learn to move with awareness, strength and balance. Your two daily yoga asana classes will be catered to your specific body needs and focus on supporting your detoxification.
MEAL OFFERINGS
Reconnect to your health through food and learn to embrace your own inner healer. Informative talks followed by guided discussions will be held daily. You will go home with tasty usable advice to grow healthy habits in your own home and community.
Detox, cleanse and eat your way to more vibrant health. The liquid based menu during your 3 day cleanse is designed to help flush out your systems for brighter skin, more energy, removal of waste and possibly some weight. The juices, smoothies and soups are made from all organic, fresh foods. We will begin the detox weekend with a light transition meal that will focus on healthy veggies and warming broths. This initial meal will ease you into the weekend cleanse.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
3 days, 2 nights full board.
5 yoga classes
Sunrise and sunset meditation
Daily inspiring and educational nutrition lectures
1 food demo on how to make the most delicious juices, smoothies and soups salads
Guided nature tours of beautiful Bowen Island
Organic juices, smoothies and soups throughout the day.
Herbal teas and water available at all times.
All yoga equipment and accessories.
Plenty of time to explore the many trails, go to the beach and simply relax.
THE WEEKEND AGENDA (may change depending upon weather)
Friday
Arrive from 4-4:30pm
Settle in for orientation, your first yoga class and smoothie
Drink up your evening smoothie and get ready for meditation
Lights out early fall asleep to the sounds of nature around you
Saturday
Sunrise meditation
Followed by your morning yoga class
Slurp up your medicinal teas and breakfast smoothie to get things moving
Rest and explore
Lunch and learn with a thought-provoking nutrition talk and warm soup
Guided trail walk or relax in your cozy space
Recharge in the afternoon with fresh juice and healing broths
Get ready for your evening yoga
Rest for a while until dinner
Hang out with the group around the big bonfire
Close the day with sunset meditation
Lights out early, time to restore
Sunday
Sunrise mediation
Morning Tea and Yoga to awaken the body
DIY breakfast smoothie, learn how to make your own and balance the flavours
Hiking and island exploring
Closing Yoga
Farewell lunch and closing ceremonies
Pack up and check out by 2pm – home in time, to get ready for Monday
ACCOMMODATION
Nectar Yoga B&B accommodates 6 guests situated in cozy cabins and the garden suite.
DETACHED COTTAGES
The Nectar Loft Cottage
Sleeps a maximum of 4: 2 couples or 2 singles
One queen size bed in the Loft
One double size pull-out sofa in the living space (with a comfortable memory foam mattress)
Private bath in cottage
The Forest Cottage
Sleeps 2 singles or one couple
Two twin beds or one king bed
Private bath in cottage and outdoor shower
MAIN HOUSE
The Garden Suite
Sleeps 2 singles or one couple
Two twin beds or one king bed
Private bath
WHAT TO BRING
A smile or two
Flashlight
Alarm clock
Ear plugs (if needed)
Layered clothing for the season
Back pack
Journal
Sunscreen, bug repellent
Slippers (no outer footwear in the centre, we will provide slippers if needed)
Water bottle
Travel mug
Sunglasses
Hat
Waterproof footwear
Comfortable clothing
This retreat is for you if…
You’re a yoga beginner or yoga fanatic
Interested in learning more about personal health
You’ve always been curious about detoxing
You just want to do something good for your health
Want a unique and fun experience
You want some fresh air, sunshine, time to play and time to yourself
This retreat is not for you if…
You have a serious health condition
You cannot eat raw/liquid food
RATES & REGISTRATION
Semi-private accommodation: $550 (inclusive). We accept Interac Money Transfer for Canadian guests, Personal Cheque if you live in Canada, Credit Card (plus a 3% fee), or if you wish to pay via direct deposit through your bank, please email us at info@nectaryogabnb.ca
If you live on Bowen Island and want to attend the cleanse without accommodation, the cost is $300 for the weekend.
To register, email: info@nectaryogabnb.ca. We will respond within 24 Hours.
THE TEACHERS
Andrea Clark
My life has been a true reflection of my intention. I know through first-hand experience that you build the life you desire, you are the master and creator of your destiny. Yoga has unfolded this understanding to me, yoga is my way of life, this is the yoga I share with others.
I have had the privilege of studying the yogic path within many lineages and traditions around the globe. My teaching style is an infusion of mindful alignment and intentional breath. I want to share the understanding of space with my students. When we tap into the space that exists, all physical movement is accessible and all mental tension is dissolved.
Yoga has taken me around the globe where I teach Exotic Retreats, Raw Detoxes, Asana, Meditation, Pranayama, Mat Pilates, and own Nectar Yoga B&B on Bowen Island www.nectaryogabnb.ca in beautiful British Columbia, Canada.
We will have guest Nutritionists and Holistic Chefs for each retreat. Details to come.
Art of Living Retreat | Sep 13-16, 2018
We created Art of Living Retreats for you to awaken to your highest potential and to find happiness and balance through 4 days of detox, raw fruits, yoga, meditation and adventure! True happiness is within everyone’s reach, but sometimes the rigors of daily life make us forget what it’s like to feel Alive. Join us on a journey to reconnect with your bliss and create positive lasting changes.
Art of Living retreats is a journey for you to clarify your most fulfilling dreams so that you can live this life to your fullest potential, on purpose, and in alignment with your inner most being. Our retreats combine multiple paths of awakening so that you can rediscover who you are and what you want in life.
Sometimes it just takes that one step to change your life.
Art of Living retreats are designed for visionaries and entrepreneurs who have a quest to live into their highest potential. Maybe you have achieved everything you’ve always wanted, but you still feel there is something missing. You know there is more to life and that unrestful feeling can no longer be ignored.
Bowen Island is just a 20-minute ferry ride from Horseshoe Bay in West Vancouver. The quiet, forested island of 52sq km/20sq mi lives up to its slogan of “Within Reach. Beyond Comparison.” This beautiful island is a sanctuary from the city, a place to unplug and relax in nature.
Art of Living retreats is a journey for you to clarify your most fulfilling dreams so that you can live this life to your fullest potential, on purpose, and in alignment with your inner most being. Our retreats combine multiple paths of awakening so that you can rediscover who you are and what you want in life.
Art of Living retreats are designed for visionaries and entrepreneurs who have a quest to live into their highest potential. Maybe you have achieved everything you’ve always wanted, but you still feel there is something missing. You know there is more to life and that unrestful feeling can no longer be ignored.
This is your Call to Action
It’s time to explore what lies within and become the master of your outer world AND inner world.
We believe improved well-being begins with the food we eat. You will be introduced to a raw fruit based diet to allow your mind and body to detox and to increase and refocus your energy. This is the beginning of your journey of self healing. Begin to listen to your body and understand what your body needs and wants. What you eat has a direct effect upon your health.
Learn about superfoods, ways to cleanse and detox, and how to nourish yourself for peak performance. Enjoy workshops and cooking classes from our health and nutrition specialists.
SEPTEMBER 13-16
4 days / 3 nights accommodation
Transport to & from Bowen Island ferry
3 raw vegan meals per day & snacks
Daily yoga & meditation
Hands-on Cooking Classes
Sound Healing Meditation
Daily guided journaling exercises
Raw Food workshop
Inner Dance
Evening of heart opening Kirtan
Nature walks through B.C. forests
And a couple of other surprises…
For more info and to register, please email: info@nectaryogabnb.ca
You Are Enough – A Woman’s Retreat for Rediscovering Yourself | Aug 31 – Sept 3, 2018
A Labor Day weekend retreat with E-RYT Colleen Bell
You are ready now!!! Be a “Yes” and give yourself the gift of self care. Experience a weekend of connection, renewal, & self discovery.
Our Weekend includes:
-Daily yoga sessions that work with the qualities of each Element, emotions, and the meridians of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Classes will be a blend of Hatha and flow with energy and breath work.
-Daily journaling and discussions on the Elements (and corresponding organs).
-Energy work and breath to release stuck emotions
-Catered meals to balance the 5 Elements
-Swag bag of goodies to keep you in touch with your newly gained self- care techniques
This ladies only retreat is limited to 10 individuals (open to anyone identifying as female). Our group will create a safe container to share and be present with each other, allowing us to heal old wounds & traumas, release emotions and held patterns.
Each yoga session will focus on one of the 5 Elements in Traditional Chinese Medicine. The work will center around our Shadow Self, finding awareness and acceptance of our sometimes unconscious patterns. This allows us to develop a good relationship with our inner child and become the best version of ourselves.
Ladies- you are Unique! You are Amazing! You are Loved! You are a Superwoman! You give so much of yourself to others- isn’t it your time now? What is holding you back? Step into your Power! Join us!
Water Element- transform Fear & Shame into Courage & Trust
Wood Element- transform Anger & Frustration into Forgiveness & Patience
Fire Element- transform Panic, Anxiety, & Hurt into Joy & Openness
Earth Element- transform Worry & Over-thinking into Contentment & Presence.
Metal Element- transform Grief, Sadness, & Depression into Acceptance & Freedom.
For more info, and to register, please email: info@nectaryogabnb.ca
Ritual Renewal- Restorative Yoga Retreat | Aug 10-12, 2018
Join international yoga retreat leader, Kim Wolff, for a rejuvenating weekend of restorative bliss on magical Bowen Island. JUST 3 SPOTS REMAIN!
“An incredible experience. Soulful and nourishing.” -Neelu
This profoundly rejuvenating weekend of restorative, therapeutic and yin yoga is designed to unwind the mind and deeply relax the body amidst the pristine natural beauty of Bowen Island. Engage in daily rituals designed to renew the spirit and assist you in tapping into your innate ability to manifest your deepest dreams and desires. Gain clarity on life purpose and take away tools to help you move towards it. Connect with like minds and return home feeling grounded, nourished and inspired. All levels welcome, including those with no prior experience.
FLOW FOR THE WEEKEND
Upon arrival you’ll be greeted with a warm welcome and light + healthy refreshments along with time to relax and get oriented to your surroundings before opening ceremony and our first yoga class. Friday night’s dinner will be followed by a fire ceremony. Days will begin with morning rituals, yoga and meditation with lots of free time in between sessions. Hike, swim, cycle, kayak, relax in a hammock, read, nap or treat yourself to an in-room massage. Participate in the optional art workshop before lunch on Saturday. Late afternoon yoga will be followed by supper on Saturday evening. We’ll partake of a leisurely brunch after our Sunday morning practice, have a bit more free time and conclude our weekend with a closing ceremony. *All classes and activities are optional.
YOGA
Certified yoga instructor, international retreat leader, Thai yoga massage therapist and Chrysalis Yoga Retreats founder, Kim Wolff, will facilitate daily classes, providing gentle guidance and focused support while allowing space for each student to find their own connection to the practice. Soulful and playful by nature, Kim’s class sessions are based on Hatha yoga philosophy, postures, breathwork and the principles of Ayurveda. Guided meditation offers students an opportunity to experience a range of techniques emphasizing simple methods that can be integrated into daily life. Organic aromatherapy is used as a therapeutic tool to assist with balancing mind and mood. Stream of consciousness writing exercises along with journaling prompts assist students in gaining insight into and increasing awareness of their innermost Self.
CUISINE
Nourishment for the weekend will be provided by Vanessa Vorbach, an inspirational Holistic Nutritionist and classically trained Chef based out of Vancouver, British Columbia. Though she’s logged some serious time cooking in Michelin starred restaurants throughout Europe, these days Vanessa’s heart and soul goes into offering her clients vibrant, prana-packed, plant-based cuisine that’s expertly and lovingly prepared with seasonal, organic and local ingredients and presented with beautiful creative flair that elevates vegan cuisine to an artform. An entirely vegan / gluten free menu will be served with a mix of both raw and cooked dishes. All meals will be served in abundant portions and are certain to satisfy both belly and soul.
RESERVE YOUR SPOT!
Just 3 spots remain! Advanced registration is highly recommended. Rates start at $678 per person, double occupancy. A deposit of $250 will hold your spot. For complete details, travel info and the link to register, email: info@nectaryogabnb.ca
Yoga & Wellness Retreat | Jul 27-30, 2018
Alex Anderson and I are super excited to be offering our Yoga and Wellness Retreat July 27 – 30, 2018 at Nectar Yoga B&B. Nectar is just a short ferry ride away from Vancouver’s North Shore and is the perfect place for some relaxing and/or some west coast adventuring. The retreat itself will offer a chance to recharge your body and mind, to escape the busyness of daily life, and to invigorate your spirit.
Nectar is about a five minute drive or a twenty minute walk from Bowen’s main town, Snug Cove, and is only a couple minute walk to the beach. The property consists of the main house, two cottages, and a heated geodesic yoga dome equipped with all yoga props. There are outdoor hammocks, an outdoor fire pit (permitting there is not a fire ban), outdoor and indoor eating spaces, and access to many forest trails.
What’s the cost?
Total Cost: $850.00 /Deposit $255.00
What’s Included in the Retreat?
Additional Information
Run | Stretch | Love | Yoga Retreat | July 13-15, 2018
Wake up to morning meditation practice by the ocean followed by yoga practice and a guided run to Killarney Lake. Relax in peaceful eco-friendly Zen cottages in the forest and enjoy holistic organic vegetarian meals, juices, smoothies and wine. Learn running drills to improve form and technique coupled with asana practice with focus on restorative and therapeutics. Swim, unwind, create friendship, laugh, find stillness and retreat for the goodness of the soul.
WHEN: Friday July 13-Sunday July 15 2018
WHERE: Nectar Yoga B&B, 1258 Miller Road, Bowen Island, BC
Sign up now, space is limited to 10 people.
Your investment: $839 if you register before May 1 2018, $889 after May 1.
A non-refundable $300 deposit is required to save you a spot.
For more details and to register, please email info@nectaryogabnb.ca
Permission To Grieve Retreat | July 6-8, 2018
A women’s yoga retreat to feel, share, move and transform your grief after loss.
July 6-8, 2018 at Nectar Yoga, Bowen Island
Surrounded by nature, join Richelle Muscroft for a weekend to nourish your mind, body and soul in a compassionate and welcoming space with the collective support of other women who have experienced loss, too.
Weekend Includes
– 2 night stay at Nectar BnB (double or triple occupancy)
– Nourishing and supportive meals from Wildhearts Catering
– Daily yoga, meditation and breath work
– Conversation, share circles and guided journalling
– Yogic teachings and discussions in relation to grief and loss
– Quiet time for reflection, nature and rest
– Ayurvedic self-care workshop
– Take home goodies, resources and self-care practices
– Space is limited to 10 women
We never get over the loss of a loved one but we can change our relationship with grief and learn to grow with it.
Details
Where | Nectar Yoga BnB, Bowen Island, BC
When | Friday, July 6 2018 at 4pm – Sunday, July 8 2018 at 12pm
Investment | $675 (+GST) if paid in full by May 1 2018 (10% of proceeds donated to TBD)
Deposit | $300 paid upon registration acceptance (non-refundable)
*Transportation to and from island not included
Liquid Detox Weekend | June 1-3, 2018
Liquid Detox Weekends – Bowen Island Canada
DETAILS
** BOOK EARLY – ALL WEEKENDS SELL OUT QUICKLY
When:
March 30 – April 1, 2018 | SOLD OUT Nutrition provided by Natasha Vaz
June 1-3, 2018 | SOLD OUT. Nutrition provided by Natasha Vaz
September 7-9, 2018 | Sold Out with accommodation. 4 spaces remain without accommodation.
October 5-7, 2018 | limited space remains.
November 9-11, 2018
Where:
Nectar Yoga B&B on Bowen Island
LIQUID DETOX WEEKEND OVERVIEW
OVERVIEW
Join Andrea Clark, yoga instructor & owner of Nectar Yoga B&B for a weekend on beautiful Bowen Island. This inspiring weekend will be filled with yoga, meditation, nature, freshly prepared juices, smoothies and warming soups all designed to detox your body and enhance your personal health and wellbeing.
This retreat is located at Nectar Yoga B&B on 1.2 acres of lush forest, just steps from the ocean. A place where you can breathe deeply, sleep soundly and feel revitalized by the abundance of surrounding nature.
A weekend with Andrea will offer you a chance to reboot, detox your body and mind, and will introduce you to new techniques, information and skills that will create positive change in your life. This weekend is a blend of yoga, mediation, delicious organic food, trail exploration, reading, dreaming and conversations by the campfire.
Leave behind the usual distractions of life and arrive in a space of nourishment, movement, self-reflection and discovery. Reconnect with your internal happiness.
Read More
YOGA & MEDITATION
Wake up to the sounds and smells of Bowen Island’s flora & fauna while practicing your daily guided meditation in our yoga dome. Breathe in the fresh air during your yoga asana and pranayama (yogic breathing) class. Whether you are an experienced yoga practitioner or blossoming into your practice, you will learn to move with awareness, strength and balance. Your two daily yoga asana classes will be catered to your specific body needs and focus on supporting your detoxification.
MEAL OFFERINGS
Reconnect to your health through food and learn to embrace your own inner healer. Informative talks followed by guided discussions will be held daily. You will go home with tasty usable advice to grow healthy habits in your own home and community.
Detox, cleanse and eat your way to more vibrant health. The liquid based menu during your 3 day cleanse is designed to help flush out your systems for brighter skin, more energy, removal of waste and possibly some weight. The juices, smoothies and soups are made from all organic, fresh foods. We will begin the detox weekend with a light transition meal that will focus on healthy veggies and warming broths. This initial meal will ease you into the weekend cleanse.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
3 days, 2 nights full board.
5 yoga classes
Sunrise and sunset meditation
Daily inspiring and educational nutrition lectures
1 food demo on how to make the most delicious juices, smoothies and soups salads
Guided nature tours of beautiful Bowen Island
Organic juices, smoothies and soups throughout the day.
Herbal teas and water available at all times.
All yoga equipment and accessories.
Plenty of time to explore the many trails, go to the beach and simply relax.
THE WEEKEND AGENDA (may change depending upon weather)
Friday
Arrive from 4-4:30pm
Settle in for orientation, your first yoga class and smoothie
Drink up your evening smoothie and get ready for meditation
Lights out early fall asleep to the sounds of nature around you
Saturday
Sunrise meditation
Followed by your morning yoga class
Slurp up your medicinal teas and breakfast smoothie to get things moving
Rest and explore
Lunch and learn with a thought-provoking nutrition talk and warm soup
Guided trail walk or relax in your cozy space
Recharge in the afternoon with fresh juice and healing broths
Get ready for your evening yoga
Rest for a while until dinner
Hang out with the group around the big bonfire
Close the day with sunset meditation
Lights out early, time to restore
Sunday
Sunrise mediation
Morning Tea and Yoga to awaken the body
DIY breakfast smoothie, learn how to make your own and balance the flavours
Hiking and island exploring
Closing Yoga
Farewell lunch and closing ceremonies
Pack up and check out by 2pm – home in time, to get ready for Monday
ACCOMMODATION
Nectar Yoga B&B accommodates 6 guests situated in cozy cabins and the garden suite.
DETACHED COTTAGES
The Nectar Loft Cottage
Sleeps a maximum of 4: 2 couples or 2 singles
One queen size bed in the Loft
One double size pull-out sofa in the living space (with a comfortable memory foam mattress)
Private bath in cottage
The Forest Cottage
Sleeps 2 singles or one couple
Two twin beds or one king bed
Private bath in cottage and outdoor shower
MAIN HOUSE
The Garden Suite
Sleeps 2 singles or one couple
Two twin beds or one king bed
Private bath
WHAT TO BRING
A smile or two
Flashlight
Alarm clock
Ear plugs (if needed)
Layered clothing for the season
Back pack
Journal
Sunscreen, bug repellent
Slippers (no outer footwear in the centre, we will provide slippers if needed)
Water bottle
Travel mug
Sunglasses
Hat
Waterproof footwear
Comfortable clothing
This retreat is for you if…
You’re a yoga beginner or yoga fanatic
Interested in learning more about personal health
You’ve always been curious about detoxing
You just want to do something good for your health
Want a unique and fun experience
You want some fresh air, sunshine, time to play and time to yourself
This retreat is not for you if…
You have a serious health condition
You cannot eat raw/liquid food
RATES & REGISTRATION
Semi-private accommodation: $550 (inclusive). We accept Interac Money Transfer for Canadian guests, Personal Cheque if you live in Canada, Credit Card (plus a 3% fee), or if you wish to pay via direct deposit through your bank, please email us at info@nectaryogabnb.ca
If you live on Bowen Island and want to attend the cleanse without accommodation, the cost is $300 for the weekend.
To register, email: info@nectaryogabnb.ca. We will respond within 24 Hours.
THE TEACHERS
Andrea Clark
My life has been a true reflection of my intention. I know through first-hand experience that you build the life you desire, you are the master and creator of your destiny. Yoga has unfolded this understanding to me, yoga is my way of life, this is the yoga I share with others.
I have had the privilege of studying the yogic path within many lineages and traditions around the globe. My teaching style is an infusion of mindful alignment and intentional breath. I want to share the understanding of space with my students. When we tap into the space that exists, all physical movement is accessible and all mental tension is dissolved.
Yoga has taken me around the globe where I teach Exotic Retreats, Raw Detoxes, Asana, Meditation, Pranayama, Mat Pilates, and own Nectar Yoga B&B on Bowen Island www.nectaryogabnb.ca in beautiful British Columbia, Canada.
We will have guest Nutritionists and Holistic Chefs for each retreat. Details to come.
Cultivate You: Yoga Retreat | April 27-29, 2018
Come spend a weekend on Bowen Island with Tanya Skok Hobbs. This weekend is guaranteed to offer laughter, fun, delicious nourishing food by Culver City Salads, perhaps some tears and always a smile.
This weekend will include time for sitting, asana practice, nature, adventures, quiet time and time for simply being.
Leave the weekend feeling replenished and filled up ready to step into the longer days of Spring with clarity.
For all bodies and skill levels.
For full details and to register, email: info@nectaryogabnb.ca
Restore Your Soul | April 13-15, 2018
March 23 – 25, 2018
April 13 – 15, 2018 – Sold Out
October 26 – October 28, 2018
November 23 – 25, 2018
A perfect natural setting to restore, unwind, learn, connect with yourself and others, and find nourishment for your soul. You will experience personal growth as you learn a new way to interact with yourself and the world around you. Enjoy the beautiful surroundings and ocean access, take a walk to town, or find quiet space on wooded trails. Your investment for the weekend is $850 (tax included; deposit due upon booking). Enjoy the following offerings:
“RISING STRONG” IN YOUR OWN LIFE
Dive deep into the practice of wholehearted living by learning to apply the work of Dr. Brené Brown in your own life. As Byrdie leads you through daily growth sessions based on the “Rising Strong” curriculum in a small group setting, you will experience the opportunity to reflect, connect with yourself and others, and process those truths which resonate deeply with you.
DAILY YOGA SESSIONS
Come to your mat twice daily in the amazing yoga dome to find movement, release, playfulness and stillness. Appropriate for all levels and all bodies, sessions led by Heather will leave you rejuvenated. In addition to breath work, mindfulness practice and traditional hatha and yin yoga poses, unexpected moments of fun await you in your daily practices!
NOURISHING VEGETARIAN MEALS
Nourishing the soul also includes nourishing the body! Your weekend includes five delicious vegetarian meals enjoyed in community with one another. We are happy to accommodate special dietary needs or preferences upon request.
We will enjoy dinner on Saturday evening at one of the restaurants in Snug Cove, for a chance to enjoy more of what the island has to offer.
BEAUTIFUL ACCOMMODATION
Bowen Island is a short ferry ride from the mainland, but arrival on the island instantly makes you feel as if you’ve hit the pause button on life. Nestled among beautiful trees and a short walk from the ocean, Nectar Yoga B&B offers a beautiful setting in which to rest, grow, and restore. Unwind in the Finnish sauna, walk on nearby trails, or allow the sound of ocean waves to rejuvenate you. Accommodation is shared (2 guests per sleeping area).
To register please email: info@nectaryogabnb.ca
New Year’s Reset Retreat | Jan 14, 2018
New Year’s Reset Retreat || Saturday, Jan 13th or Sunday, Jan 14th 9:45am – 4:15pm || Nectar Yoga, Bowen Island
Join Carolyn Anne Budgell for a day of yoga, meditation and introspection on a mini getaway to Bowen Island.
The transition into a new year can come with self-inflicted pressures to set resolutions and goals as well as uncertainties about how to map our desires and dreams…. On this simple day-long retreat, we will acknowledge the lessons and learnings from 2017, release ourselves from shoulds or should-haves and move into 2018 with clarity, awareness and full hearts towards our unique processes.
Included:
1 vinyasa class
1 restorative class
guided meditations and walking meditations
directed journalling and intention setting
snacks
When:
Saturday, January 13th or Sunday Jan 14th, 9:45am – 4:15pm
Where:
Nectar Yoga B&B, Bowen Island
Cost:
$85 plus tax (does not include ferry to/from Bowen Island or lunch) email – carolynabudgell@gmail.com to reserve your spot
New Year’s Reset Retreat | January 13, 2018
New Year’s Reset Retreat || Saturday, Jan 13th or Sunday, Jan 14th 9:45am – 4:15pm || Nectar Yoga, Bowen Island
Join Carolyn Anne Budgell for a day of yoga, meditation and introspection on a mini getaway to Bowen Island.
The transition into a new year can come with self-inflicted pressures to set resolutions and goals as well as uncertainties about how to map our desires and dreams…. On this simple day-long retreat, we will acknowledge the lessons and learnings from 2017, release ourselves from shoulds or should-haves and move into 2018 with clarity, awareness and full hearts towards our unique processes.
Included:
1 vinyasa class
1 restorative class
guided meditations and walking meditations
directed journalling and intention setting
snacks
When:
Saturday, January 13th or Sunday Jan 14th, 9:45am – 4:15pm
Where:
Nectar Yoga B&B, Bowen Island
Cost:
$85 plus tax (does not include ferry to/from Bowen Island or lunch) email – carolynabudgell@gmail.com to reserve your spot
Feelosophy: Massage + Yoga
Feelosophy: Massage + Yoga || Nectar Yoga B&B, Bowen Island || Nov 10-12, 2017
When:
Friday November 10 – Sunday November 12
Where: Nectar B&B on Bowen Island (20 minute walk from the ferry, or 5 minute drive)
Details:
Join Feelosophy as we host our yoga + massage retreat, at Nectar Yoga B&B. Join us for 2 nights at this incredible oasis, tucked away on Bowen Island, a quick ferry from Horseshoe bay.
Registration Includes:
* Transportation to and from Bowen Island is not included
There will be free time scheduled in – perfect opportunity for you to book a massage.
ACCOMODATION:
The Forest Cottage:
Single bed shared accommodation : $685 each
2 available
The Nectar Loft:
1 queen size bed to sleep 2 : $1250 ($625 pp, must book together)
1 double bed: $685
Main House:
Single bed in shared accommodation: 6 available
$685 per person
Contact: info@nectaryogabnb for more information and to register.
Writing and Yoga Retreat: Cori Howard & Jazz Braden
After years of publishing personal essays and teaching writing to more than 500 women, Cori has launched a series of unique retreats for women who want to explore, reinvent and reinvest in themselves through the power of writing and yoga.
Whether you’re tired and in need of a creative boost, or in the midst of a transition or difficult life moment, or struggling to find your purpose, these retreats will give you time to connect with yourself and other women, using writing and yoga as tools to reflect and heal.
These workshops are for writers and yogis of all levels. Bring your journal and a yoga mat, and be prepared for some deep, emotional introspection, restorative yoga, good company and inspirational stories.
* Please note that this event is now sold-out.
Contact: info@nectaryogabnb to be put on a wait list.
Restore Your Soul: Heather & Byrdie
Restore Your Soul || Nectar Yoga B&B, Bowen Island || Oct 27-29, 2017
Join Byrdie (RPC, CDWF) and Heather (RYT-200, DVM) for a weekend of restoration in body, mind and soul. For a weekend of growth as you learn a new way to interact with yourself and the world around you. In a beautiful and nourishing setting on Bowen Island, you will experience true refreshment as you enjoy daily yoga sessions; dive deep into the practice of wholehearted living by learning to apply the work of Dr. Brené Brown in your own life; and connect over delicious food. The thread of faith will be woven through every aspect of our weekend together.
Your weekend includes:
Price: $850.00 per person
$400.00 due upon registration and the remaining $450.00 is due on October 15, 2017.
Deposit is non-refundable. If you need to cancel the deposit may be used towards a future retreat.
Contact: info@nectaryogabnb for more information and to register.
Moon Sisters Temple Retreat: Achintya Devi
Moon Sisters Temple Retreat: Achintya Devi || Nectar Yoga B&B, Bowen Island || Aug 25-30, 2017
Beloved Sister Of The Moon,
I invite you to our intimate Alchemical Empress, Moon Sisters Temple Retreat in the days just after the August 21st total Solar Eclipse in North America. This will be a mystical journey where we shall bring to life our kindred connections and collective Shakti (feminine energy) to harness the magic of the growing Waxing Half Moon, with both the power of the light and the dark in the cycle of Virgo (Virgin/Priestess/Queen/Empress). There is a profound alchemy that happens when we merge this cosmic alignment with our temple of sisterhood. With ecliptic life-force, our retreat serves to empower you as a vessel of the Sacred and catalyze the next evolution of your Sovereignty, Leadership and Feminine Power.
There is space for 10 women in our private retreat. Currently 5 spaces remain.
I look forward to journeying in the Lunar light and dark with you.
Contact: info@nectaryogabnb for more information and to register.
Meditation in Action
Meditation in Action
Many of us would love to establish a regular meditation practice, but when we try to set time aside for it in our busy lives, it often just ends up being one more thing we have to do in our day that we never quite get around to. Or, for those of us who succeed in establishing the practice, we often finish our mediation and dive straight back into the demands of our day, carrying very little of our awareness with us. Instead of, or in addition to, sitting down for a meditation session, Meditation in Action involves treating life’s regular little chores and tasks as mini meditations. This allows busy people to incorporate meditation into the activities they are already doing, and naturally merges meditation with daily living, avoiding the compartmentalizing of mediation versus “my life”.
To practice Meditation in Action, you simply choose to be fully aware of what you are doing in the moment, rather than mechanically carrying out the task while your mind is somewhere else. In this way, you cultivate awareness and train yourself to live in the present moment. Here are some pointers to help you with your practice:
Life is happening now, but our minds are constantly jumping between thoughts about the past and the future, never settling into the place where life actually is: the present moment. In this way, days and years can go by, and we miss out on our actual lives. On a deeper level, we are life, that very life that shines in this moment, but by living in the world of thoughts instead of the world of life we cut ourselves off from our natural joy, our natural home. Cultivating awareness day by day allows us to awaken from our mind-made delusions to the incredible joy of life in the moment, which is the truth of who we are.
Nectar Yoga B&B – ONE YEAR OLD TODAY!
WE ARE ONE YEAR OLD TODAY!
I’m gushing with joy and gratitude. One year ago my partner and I took possession of our home on Bowen Island and Nectar Yoga B&B was born.
We have met hundreds of people in the past year from all over the world. Thank you to all my students, you are my teachers. You show me the light and teach me all I need to know.
Here are some things I’ve learned this year:
Be Happy
If you are not happy, make a change, maybe a really big change
All your dreams are possible but that doesn’t mean it’s going to be easy
Follow your intuition and base all your life choices on it, if you don’t know what intuition feels like, be still
If you have trouble sleeping, come to my house and I’ll put you to work, hard manual labour will have you sleeping like a baby
Everyone on this planet needs space to reflect and breathe
Not everyone is as clean as I am
Talk a walk in nature, you’ll feel better
Find a partner who has your back, who helps you to accelerate on your spiritual path, who gets you!
If you’re not with that person, let them go, find your soul mate, they are waiting…
This too shall pass, everything is always changing
It’s not what is happening to you, it’s how you move through it
The energy you put out is the energy you get back, action/reaction
Life is truly beautiful, even when its cold and raining
Find stillness, breathe, refill
Eat amazing food and love every bite (even full gluten, full sugar, full fat chocolate cake – love it!)
Don’t get too caught up in perfecting your diet, your body, your appearance, your yoga practice, just be a damn good person
Surround yourself with people who are vibrating at your frequency
Be real – be the actual person you portray on Facebook
Find community, if you can’t find it, create it
Making money has nothing to do with success, real success is soul to soul connection
Our body is impermanent, at any moment it could be gone, so live the life of your dreams
Say yes to every good opportunity, unless it sacrifices balance
Heal your past, forgive, mostly yourself, then everyone else
You are beautiful, you are uniquely you, no one can replicate that
See beauty in the diversity, not difference
Judging is different than noticing the reality as it is
If you have knowledge that will heal others share it, it’s potency accelerates when you share
Be selfless
Find the lessons and the blessings in all of your life experiences
I love island life, I love small community, I love sharing in other’s healing process, I love small details
Swim in the sea, swim in the lake, just swim, there is a deep stillness in the water
A true Yogi is someone who speaks kind and softly, who shares all they have, who sees the connection of all beings, I hope to one day be a Yogi
You are deeply wise, no truth is outside of you, it’s all within
Surround yourself with good people, but also lots of animals, they have so much wisdom and love
Go for it, today is the day, tomorrow may never come, you can do it!!
Most of all…Be Happy
These are not cliches or cute quotes I found on the internet, these are the REAL lessons I have learned this year. Thank you to the love of my life, my forever partner, without his amazing dedication and deep wisdom, this life would be the same. Thank you to all our guests and your beautiful comments, feedback, wisdom, and energy, this has made Nectar Yoga B&B so amazing.
Peace,
Andrea & Sat
