June 5, 2023

The Funny Thing About Yoga

What you NEED to Know about Yoga Retreats and Lots of Ridiculous Stories

Episode No. 17

If you have ever been curious about attending or planning a Yoga retreat, this episode is for you! And even if you have no interest in Yoga Retreats, this episode is still for you because Giana and Bradshaw weave in several hilarious stories throughout that would keep anyone entertained. Starting off with a hilarious tangent about Nude Yoga and Impressions of Giana’s Mom, you’d be surprised that there is actually a productive and insightful conversation to come. Giana and Bradshaw casually talk about Yoga Retreats and detail some of the many reasons why you may be curious to attend a yoga retreat, what you can anticipate, and they share their experience as both retreat attendees and facilitators. This discussion bounces from administrative advice for retreat leaders, to profound experiences with a shaman in Costa Rica, to lessons learned the hard way, and all of the unexpected beauty and life long connections that may come out of such an experience. There is so much to It, so check It out and let us know what you think! If you’re enjoying the podcast, don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe and Share It with friends! 

00:00 Intro

00:35 Welcome Back to this Ridiculousness

07:15 Yoga Retreats, Our Experience and How We Organize Them

07:40 You don’t have to be a “Pro” to Attend a Retreat

09:02 The Purpose of a Retreat

10:02 Structure and Freedom and a tangent on Gay Paree

13:20 Favorite Parts of the Retreat

17:36 Inspiration to Lead Retreats and Customizing them

18:43 Retreats Allow Teachers to Really know the Students

22:10 Retreats Creates Community and Connections

24:35 Retreats help you Reset 

26:42 Retreats can be Adventurous

27:41 Nothing is Mandatory its about Honoring Yourself

32:35 Retreats help you Explore and also Ground

34:56 Perspective for Yoga Teachers 

37:05 Retreat Leaders need to be able to Improvise 

38:20 Wise Advice for Retreat Leaders

40:15 Retreat Planning Timeline 

42:39 Accommodating Food Preferences 

46:02 Less is More and las bits of Advice

48:30 Student Encouragement- come solo or with a friend

50:19 The Funny Thing About Yoga

59:07 Closing Remarks

1:00:10 Outro

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