Slow Yoga and Qigong Relax and Restore Retreat
- Presenter: Ken Nelson
- Presenter: John Haggerty
- Presenter: Lesli Lang
CULTIVATE HARMONY
"Be still like a mountain, and flow like a great river."—Lao Tzu
Discover a path to wholeness. Cultivate ease, grace, and freedom of movement through the ancient art of qigong. Enjoy the bliss of deep relaxation through restorative yoga and yoga nidra. Nourish your vital energy, calm your mind, and learn to live in the moment—with a wise and loving heart.
Join Kripalu legacy faculty, Ken Nelson, long-time martial artist and qigong teacher, John Haggerty, and author and facilitator, Lesli Lang, who will guide you through:
- Beginner-friendly meditations to discover stillness and inner peace.
- Qigong sequences to enhance posture, balance, stamina, and longevity.
- Yin yoga to increase flexibility and release chronic tension in the spine, hips, and lower back.
- Outdoor walking meditation and qigong to connect with the natural world.
Return home feeling energized, centered, and inspired to establish a daily practice.
NOTE This program is suitable for all levels; no prior yoga or qigong experience is necessary.
Included in Your Stay
| Daily Yoga Classes | 3 All-Natural Meals | Access to the Kripalu Grounds |
Program at a Glance
John Haggerty Shares Taiji Yang Style
Presenter(s)
Ken Nelson, PhD, Kripalu Legacy Faculty member, is dedicated to helping people heal, grow, and awaken with mind-body practices and the wisdom traditions.
Full Bio and ProgramsJohn Haggerty has been studying and teaching East Asian martial and energetic disciplines for more than 30 years.
Full Bio and ProgramsLesli Lang, BA, is committed to supporting people in their quest for authenticity, creative freedom, and full self-expression. She is a truth seeker who brings to her work a lifelong exploration of deep wisdom, meditation, yoga, and the expressive and healing arts.
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