Our four objectives are:

1) To define and explore the nature of CONSCIOUSNESS
2) To experiment with methods to increase PERCEPTION
3) To discover and realize our full POTENTIAL
4) To understand the meaning of DESTINY and how to walk our true life path

To be a conscious human being means using our five senses, experiencing the awakened state and being fully aware. As we develop our senses, we acquire a greater depth of perception ­ seeing, sensing and knowing with greater clarity. We gain a more intimate knowledge, both of the world around us and of the true nature of our being.

When we use our senses optimally, trust our intuition and instincts, and cultivate the discipline of staying focused and paying attention, we start to become aware of a sixth sense developing. This sixth sense ‘knowingness’ offers another dimension to our being ­ a source of wisdom that guides us. By trusting this wisdom and applying its guidance to our lives, synchronicity starts to occur. We experience being ‘in the flow’ ­ consistently finding ourselves in the right place at the right time, making good decisions, and acting with confidence and spontaneity. Life becomes enchanting as we discover a world of infinite possibilities, with no apparent limit to the scope of our potential.

The Heart of the Journey

The Yoga Matrix

Developing both mind and body through the integrated principles of yoga, we learn to harmonize breath, movement and concentration to cultivate our intrinsic internal energy. Emphasizing the principles of relaxation, slow balanced movement, suppleness and deep breathing, we gain access to the optimal energy and calm focus required for a fluid and graceful practice.

These skills encourage students to venture into the unknown, examine and explore their capabilities, push personal boundaries, overcome doubts and fears, establish co-operation and trust with climbing partners, and maintain a clear and positive attitude in sometimes testing situations.

The Power of Rhythm and Song

The creative expression of chanting draws attention to rhythm and harmonics releasing emotions and opening us to intuition and inspiration and teaching us to communicate with ourselves and others at a more intimate and profound level.

Discovering the Natural World

Time spent in the high alpine environment of the Carson National Forest will afford opportunities to observe and study the wildlife, herbs, plants, and eco systems of the region. Immersing oneself in nature we start to see a divine order to all of creation and come to realize the interconnectedness of all life.

The Meditative Quality

Combining Yoga, Chanting, and Nature Awareness, a quieting of the mind is experienced. A calm and tranquil quality surrounds and guides us towards the practices of silence, observation and meditation where a deep, profound and often blissful state of "No Mind" can be experienced.

Benefits

All these activities teach us to use our senses fully, becoming completely alive and aware, viewing ourselves and surroundings with a greater depth of perception and clarity. We access hidden potential, and discover what motivates us and what holds us back.

When we apply the qualities developed by these varied disciplines to everyday life we experience a sense of flow from increased emotional balance - we act with confidence and spontaneity, enjoy flexibility of mind as well as body, maintain an aura of calm and tranquility in any given situation knowing we are creating and expressing from our deepest source of power, our true selves.

And of course there are long-term physical health benefits to pursuing these disciplines such as: an improved immune system, circulation, and metabolic functions, increased energy levels, weight control, improved posture and muscular/skeletal arrangement, and overall vibrancy.

Location

New Mexico is known as the Land of Enchantment - and with good reason. The northern part of the state is an area of outstanding natural beauty and Taos has become a Mecca for artists, healing arts practitioners and outdoor adventurists.

Our home base is the comfortable and secluded Taos Mountain Lodging Center, located at the foot of Taos Mountain and adjacent to Native American Pueblo land. We will sleep at least two nights under the stars in traditional tipis, and a traditional sweatlodge will be offered.

Upcoming Programs

Five-Day Schedule
The program can be tailored to a three day weekend or extended to suit client needs. We will also consider hosting this program at requested dates if groups have specific dates in mind (subject to availability, please contact us for more information). Please contact us for more details. During the week, students will spend at least two nights under canvas, sleeping in traditional-style tipis.

Tuition
Tuition is $495 and it includes all instruction, equipment, lodging, meals, local transport during the workshop, and full insurance during your stay with us.