BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 X-WR-CALNAME:nepayogafest2026a X-WR-CALDESC:Event Calendar METHOD:PUBLISH CALSCALE:GREGORIAN PRODID:-//Sched.com NEPA Yoga Fest//EN X-WR-TIMEZONE:UTC BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T120000Z DTEND:20260613T121500Z SUMMARY:Opening Weekend Mediation with Chelsea & Mara Morell DESCRIPTION:🧘‍♀️ Opening Mediation : Ground & Elevate with Chelsea Manganaro & Mara Morell\nNEPA Yoga Festival 2026 | Kickoff Session\nJoin festival founder Chelsea Manganaro for a powerful opening class that sets the tone for the entire weekend. This all-levels flow is designed to help you ground your energy\, open your heart\, and elevate your intention for the festival ahead.\nThrough gentle movement\, breathwork\, and intention-setting\, Chelsea & Mara will guide you in reconnecting with your body\, your purpose\, and the collective energy of our vibrant yoga community.\n🌞 Expect:\nCentering breathwork & gentle warm-upGuided intention-setting to start your festival journeyA soulful soundtrack & grounded energyLet this be your anchor — the class that welcomes you home to your mat and to yourself. CATEGORIES:MEDITATION LOCATION:Wavepool\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:156ae5f0e027495355e12877ec67c897 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/156ae5f0e027495355e12877ec67c897 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T121500Z DTEND:20260613T130000Z SUMMARY:Opening Class - Ground & Elevate DESCRIPTION:🧘‍♀️ Opening Class: Ground & Elevate with Chelsea Manganaro\nNEPA Yoga Festival 2025 | Kickoff Session\nJoin festival founder Chelsea Manganaro for a powerful opening class that sets the tone for the entire weekend. This all-levels flow is designed to help you ground your energy\, open your heart\, and elevate your intention for the festival ahead. A must attend to hear about important announcements\, as well as much needed spinal preparation for the rest of the day. \;\nThrough mindful movement\, breathwork\, and intention-setting\, Chelsea will guide you in reconnecting with your body\, your purpose\, and the collective energy of our vibrant yoga community.\n🌞 Expect:\nCentering breathwork & gentle warm-upEmpowering vinyasa flow accessible for all levelsGuided intention-setting to start your festival journeyA soulful soundtrack & grounded energy \;Let this be your anchor — the class that welcomes you home to your mat and to yourself. \;\n\n\n CATEGORIES:YOGA/MOVEMENT LOCATION:Wavepool\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:315714bb2a4d05e55d39a0ae8e96befb URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/315714bb2a4d05e55d39a0ae8e96befb END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T130000Z DTEND:20260613T140000Z SUMMARY:Kids Yoga Ages 3-11 DESCRIPTION:\nI offer fun\, family-friendly yoga experiences designed to spark joy and connection. For younger children\, classes become a playful “yoga adventure\,” filled with storytelling\, imaginative movement\, sing-along music\, and light dancing. An invitation for kids (and families) to move\, laugh\, and explore together.\n\nAll classes are 35–45 minutes and include a short\, calming meditation and relaxation to help children unwind and reset. CATEGORIES: LOCATION:Kids Area - Grassy area by lazy river\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:4b0fa70fe0af75501cdc1251750b276a URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/4b0fa70fe0af75501cdc1251750b276a END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T130000Z DTEND:20260613T140000Z SUMMARY:Happy Hips: Rollit Yoga & Fascial Release DESCRIPTION:Release your hip grip and more more freely in your body with the use of Rollit Theraphy Balls. With a miture of yoga postures and self massage techniques you will be ready to move and find new space in your practice. \; CATEGORIES:COMMON LOCATION:Wavepool\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:a320bcf9165340d66e378ce29b143019 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/a320bcf9165340d66e378ce29b143019 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T130000Z DTEND:20260613T140000Z SUMMARY:Opening Meditation "may all beings be happy" DESCRIPTION:Opening Meditation: “May All Beings Be Happy”with Mara Morell of Mrida Seva Yoga\nAs the sun stretches over \;Montage Mountain Waterpark \;and the festival begins to hum\, Mara Morell will guide us into our first shared breath of the weekend.\n“May All Beings Be Happy” is a heart-centered opening meditation rooted in loving-kindness\, or metta\, an ancient practice that gently widens the circle of compassion from self… to community… to the entire world.\nThrough guided meditation\, mantra\, and intentional silence\, Mara will lead us in:\n• Softening into presence\n• Cultivating compassion for ourselves\n• Extending blessings outward to all beings\n• Setting a unified intention for the weekend ahead\nThis is not just a meditation.\nIt is the energetic cornerstone of the festival.\nTogether\, hundreds of voices will anchor one simple yet profound prayer:\nMay all beings be happy.\nMay all beings be peaceful.\nMay all beings live with ease.\nWhether you are brand new to meditation or deeply rooted in your practice\, this opening gathering invites you to arrive fully\, open your heart\, and remember that yoga begins in how we hold the world.\nCome early. Bring your mat. Bring your quiet courage.\nWe begin as one. 🕊️✨\n\n CATEGORIES:MEDITATION LOCATION:Meditation Area\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:d2d10c73461f1184fea979bcc4b98fd1 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/d2d10c73461f1184fea979bcc4b98fd1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T130000Z DTEND:20260613T134500Z SUMMARY:Ahimsa Yoga (Non Violence) DESCRIPTION:Ahimsa in ActionNon-Harming as a Living Practice\nWithin the eightfold path outlined in the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali\, the Yamas and Niyamas form the ethical foundation of yoga. They are not rules meant to restrict us\, but guideposts that refine how we relate to ourselves and the world.\nThe very first Yama is Ahimsa.\nOften translated simply as “non-harming\,” Ahimsa invites something much deeper than avoiding violence. It asks us to examine the subtle ways we cause harm through thought\, speech\, and action and to consciously choose compassion instead.\nIn this class\, we will explore how Ahimsa lives inside the physical practice of yoga.\nWhat does non-harming look like on the mat?\nIt looks like:\n• Listening when the body whispers before it has to scream\n• Choosing steadiness over ego\n• Backing off when something feels unstable\n• Letting comparison dissolve\n• Replacing self-criticism with curiosity\nRather than pushing into shapes to prove something\, we soften into awareness. We practice honoring our edges without forcing beyond them. We learn to move from self-respect instead of self-judgment.\nAhimsa is self-love in motion.\nAs we move through mindful sequencing\, you’ll be guided to tune into sensation\, breath\, and internal dialogue. The practice becomes less about performance and more about presence.\nWhen we embody non-harming physically\, something shifts off the mat as well. The patience we cultivate with our hamstrings becomes patience with our family. The compassion we offer our tight shoulders becomes compassion in conversation.\nYoga begins with how we treat ourselves.\nThrough breath\, alignment\, and conscious choice\, this class becomes a living meditation on gentleness.\nNot weak.\nNot passive.\nBut powerful in its softness.\nMove kindly.\nListen deeply.\nPractice Ahimsa in your body and in your life. \n\n CATEGORIES:YOGA/MOVEMENT LOCATION:Next to Lodge\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:66b81f3a541f665ab664369437fc86bc URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/66b81f3a541f665ab664369437fc86bc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T130000Z DTEND:20260613T140000Z SUMMARY:Intro to Arm Balances DESCRIPTION:This workshop is a journey into the realm of arm balances\, rooted in functional movement and body mechanics. Whether you're new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner\, you'll learn how to safely and effectively practice these empowering poses. With a focus on accessible techniques\, you'll explore the strength and stability needed to defy gravity. Join us and experience the joy and freedom of arm balances. Note: this is not a handstand workshop\, and is open to all levels! CATEGORIES:YOGA/MOVEMENT LOCATION:Top Of Midland\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:0f40ed687c27bde09814a7c847727fa1 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/0f40ed687c27bde09814a7c847727fa1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T140000Z DTEND:20260613T150000Z SUMMARY:Kids Yoga Ages 3-11 DESCRIPTION:\nI offer fun\, family-friendly yoga experiences designed to spark joy and connection. For younger children\, classes become a playful “yoga adventure\,” filled with storytelling\, imaginative movement\, sing-along music\, and light dancing. An invitation for kids (and families) to move\, laugh\, and explore together.\n\nAll classes are 35–45 minutes and include a short\, calming meditation and relaxation to help children unwind and reset. CATEGORIES: LOCATION:Kids Area - Grassy area by lazy river\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:8c2759c937e05648d0ab762a2fe88c44 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/8c2759c937e05648d0ab762a2fe88c44 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T140000Z DTEND:20260613T150000Z SUMMARY:Journey to Handstand\, from the self\, to the self\, Through The Self DESCRIPTION:The Journey to Handstand is much much more than being able to do a fun party trick. It’s about the Journey of overcoming fear\, showing up\, consistency\, failing way more then succeeding\, practicing of letting go and meeting yourself where you are\, meeting new friends and building cOMmUNITY. Then in time the Handstand cOMes when You are ready. It becOMes a meditation in complete balance. The true treasure of the handstand is not the handstand itself. The True treasure is in the Journey to the Handstand. Much like the Yoga practice the journey from the self\, to the self\, Through the Self.\n\n\n\n\n CATEGORIES:ARM BALANCING LOCATION:Top Of Midland\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:715a03509b547b57f6b0a1ae29eb8357 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/715a03509b547b57f6b0a1ae29eb8357 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T140000Z DTEND:20260613T150000Z SUMMARY:Ashtanga Yoga: A Glimpse into the Primary Series DESCRIPTION:As the grandfather to modern vinyasa style yoga\, this class invites you to discover the series that started it all. The Ashtanga Yoga Primary Series is regarded as "Yoga Therapy" due to its healing nature of the mind\, body\, and spirit. In this class you will be introduced to the fundamentals and key concepts of Ashtanga Yoga and how we "work backwards" through the 8 limbs of Yoga as Westerners starting with Asana. Every student will be given the Opening Mantra\, Primary Series Sequence Sheet\, and recommended book list for attending. CATEGORIES:ASTANGA LOCATION:Next to Lodge\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:f0960ffdc5153a9aa8f9b557968f8a4c URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/f0960ffdc5153a9aa8f9b557968f8a4c END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T140000Z DTEND:20260613T150000Z SUMMARY:Protect Your Energy: Stop Feeling Drained by People & Places DESCRIPTION:Many people feel overwhelmed or exhausted after being around certain environments or individuals without understanding why. In this guided meditation class\, Medium Tara Grossi teaches simple and effective techniques to help you ground\, protect\, and clear your energy. Participants will learn how sensitive and intuitive people absorb energy\, how to create strong energetic boundaries\, and how to release what does not belong to them. The class will include discussion\, breathing techniques\, and a guided meditation focused on grounding\, protection\, and restoring your own energy so you can feel more balanced in everyday life.\n\n CATEGORIES:MEDITATION LOCATION:Meditation Area\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:d9dbdc8b609921a67e5683f0419aea4f URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/d9dbdc8b609921a67e5683f0419aea4f END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T140000Z DTEND:20260613T150000Z SUMMARY: DESCRIPTION:\n CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION/LECTURE LOCATION:The Lounge\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:7a86530887ed89d1c79e4d361fe5bf23 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/7a86530887ed89d1c79e4d361fe5bf23 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T140000Z DTEND:20260613T150000Z SUMMARY:Embodied Courage: Somatics\, Nervous System Safety & Spiritual Practice DESCRIPTION:In a world shaped by chronic stress\, trauma exposure\, and social division\, yoga must move beyond performance and return to embodiment. This lecture explores how nervous system literacy and somatic awareness deepen yoga as a spiritual practice—supporting safety\, agency\, and authentic expression.\n\n\nTopics include nervous system regulation in modern yoga spaces\, the difference between intensity and regulation\, trauma-informed language as spiritual integrity\, and how “rooting” creates sustainable expansion. Participants will learn accessible nervous system mapping\, experience brief somatic practices\, and leave with a practical framework for integrating somatics into personal practice or teaching.\n\n\n\n\n CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION/LECTURE LOCATION:Holistic Expo Presentations\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:defb5acda261df0cc0c347818f763739 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/defb5acda261df0cc0c347818f763739 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T140000Z DTEND:20260613T150000Z SUMMARY:Vinyasa + Meditation DESCRIPTION:Flow\, breathe\, and center in this 60-minute all-levels class guided by world-renowned instructor Paola Cruz\, E-RYT \;850. This class invites you to connect breath with movement\, build inner strength\, and return to presence. Set to a soulful rhythm and guided with Paola’s signature grace and wisdom\, this experience offers a space to move\, release\, and ground—leaving you both energized and centered. All levels welcome. CATEGORIES:YOGA/MOVEMENT LOCATION:Wavepool\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:db8604e6fed1a91e7091f51862b3ab4f URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/db8604e6fed1a91e7091f51862b3ab4f END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T150000Z DTEND:20260613T160000Z SUMMARY:The Montage Alter: A Connection Ceremony DESCRIPTION:\n The Montage Alter: A Connection Ceremony\nJoin Mountain Flower—indigenous medicine woman and 4th-generation drum maker — for a sacred connection ceremony that weaves an energetic bond among attendees\, Earth Mother\, the ancestors\, and the cosmos.\nAttendees experience a profound surge of love\, light\, and the presence of their spirit guides in their energy fields. This heightened state is then collectively used as a healing portal for humanity and our Earth Mother. \n\n\n CATEGORIES: LOCATION:Meditation Area\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:adca216c48197b0eb9e084fecc98eb7f URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/adca216c48197b0eb9e084fecc98eb7f END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T150000Z DTEND:20260613T160000Z SUMMARY:Mandala Coloring Meditation for Kids DESCRIPTION:Time to get creative! Our littlest yogis are invited to join in and learn about mandala designs\, the symbolism of colors\, mindful breathing\, and a guided journey to unlock our creativity and color a mandala to take home and remember your time at Yogafest! All materials will be provided. Class size limited to 12 participants\, FCFS. CATEGORIES:CREATIVE WORKSHOP LOCATION:Kids Area - Grassy area by lazy river\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:272b9e76e77a9049a4614323321fc2c8 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/272b9e76e77a9049a4614323321fc2c8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T150000Z DTEND:20260613T151500Z SUMMARY:Lunch Pick up of Pre- Orders DESCRIPTION:🥗 Lunch Pick-Up – Pre-Orders from Nearme CafĂŠ 🍴\nIf you pre-ordered lunch from Nearme CafĂŠ\, your meal will be ready for pick-up.\n🕛 Pick-Up Time: 11am-1pm\n📍 Location: Cabana 15\nPlease bring your confirmation email or name used to place the order.\nThank you for supporting local and fueling your fest day with nourishing\, delicious food from Nearme CafĂŠ! 💚 CATEGORIES:FOOD LOCATION:Nearme Cafe\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:60f50c6c814dfb386174f5522d29fd83 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/60f50c6c814dfb386174f5522d29fd83 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T150000Z DTEND:20260613T160000Z SUMMARY:May All Beings Be Happy: A Kundalini Heart Awakening DESCRIPTION:This Kundalini Yoga experience is devoted to expanding compassion\, dissolving separation\, and awakening the heart’s natural radiance. Through breathwork\, mantra\, movement\, and meditation\, we clear emotional blocks and elevate our frequency so happiness and healing extend beyond ourselves into the collective. Come move\, breathe\, and align with the intention: may all beings everywhere be happy\, free\, and at peace.\n\n\n\n\n CATEGORIES:KUNDALINI YOGA/ MOVEMENT LOCATION:Wavepool\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:a8a380fd37f6c6e6b92b1621cfea57a2 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/a8a380fd37f6c6e6b92b1621cfea57a2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T150000Z DTEND:20260613T160000Z SUMMARY:Sacred Sound Waves DESCRIPTION:Sacred Sound Waves with Kailin of Earth is an immersive sonic journey\, weaving ancient and modern instruments into a seamless flow of healing vibrations. Ethereal hand pans\, native flutes\, rain discs\, gongs\, and singing bowls create deep\, resonant waves that expand awareness and dissolve tension\, while chimes and bells awaken clarity and intuition. Grounding drum rhythms reconnect you to the Earth\, while a gentle guided meditation quiets the mind and opens the heart. Layered with angelic vocal toning\, this experience invites you to surrender\, heal\, and realign with the natural rhythms within and around you. CATEGORIES:MEDITATION LOCATION:Top Of Midland\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:cd3501039a41bbfb32d69e2b27ad663f URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/cd3501039a41bbfb32d69e2b27ad663f END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T150000Z DTEND:20260613T160000Z SUMMARY:Monkey Mind to Master Mind DESCRIPTION:One-Pointed AwarenessThe Heart of Yoga\nAt its essence\, the goal of yoga is not flexibility. Not performance. Not even relaxation.\nIt is one-pointed thought.\nIn Sanskrit\, this state is called ekāgratā — a steady\, unified focus of the mind. In the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali\, yoga is defined as “Yoga chitta vritti nirodhah” — the quieting of the fluctuations of the mind. When the mental waves settle\, awareness becomes clear and undivided.\nMost of our energy is scattered.\nPulled into memory.\nProjected into the future.\nFragmented by distraction.\nYoga gathers that energy back.\nThrough asana\, breath\, mantra\, and meditation\, we train the mind to rest on a single point. The breath. A sensation. A sacred sound. An internal focal point.\nWhen attention stops bouncing\, something remarkable happens.\nClarity sharpens.\nPresence deepens.\nInner noise softens.\nThis one-pointed awareness is the doorway to meditation\, known as dharana\, which eventually blossoms into dhyana and samadhi — deeper states of absorption described in classical yoga philosophy.\nOn the mat\, one-pointed focus may look like steady gaze in a balancing pose.\nIn pranayama\, it may be tracking the subtle pause between inhale and exhale.\nIn meditation\, it may be returning again and again to a mantra.\nThe practices are many. The aim is singular.\nA unified mind.\nA steady inner flame.\nWhen thought becomes one-pointed\, we experience not effort\, but alignment. Not striving\, but simplicity.\nYoga is the art of remembering how to rest attention fully in this moment.\nOne breath.\nOne focus.\nOne clear stream of awareness. CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION/LECTURE LOCATION:The Lounge\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:c92a017581ba868cf1e3ee4310350774 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/c92a017581ba868cf1e3ee4310350774 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T150000Z DTEND:20260613T160000Z SUMMARY:Chakra Healing Through Yin & Reiki DESCRIPTION:Chakras are pivotal energy centers that guide us through our every day experiences\, from grounding to connecting with our highest selves. Tapping into these centers through specific Yin postures\, releases energy blockages and opens up these energy powerhouses to bring us back to our truth. Hands on Reiki during Yin brings an extra boost of energetic healing to the mind\, body\, and soul connection to leave you feeling your most authentic self. Learn what each Chakra represents\, how you can incorporate this practice on your mat\, and in your day to day experience. Students will also takeaway a small chakra focused\, reiki-infused gift CATEGORIES:YOGA/MOVEMENT LOCATION:Next to Lodge\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:4a3676435c1fcd3202f475f6537cbb52 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/4a3676435c1fcd3202f475f6537cbb52 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T153000Z DTEND:20260613T160000Z SUMMARY:Henna: History\, Identity\, and Cultural Expression DESCRIPTION:HENNA : HISTORY\, IDENTITY AND CULTURAL EXPRESSION: Discover the rich history and cultural significance of henna in this immersive workshop. We’ll explore henna’s ancient roots\, its evolution across regions\, and how it continues to serve as a symbol of identity\, celebration\, and resistance. The session also opens up conversation around cultural appropriation and respectful engagement. This workshop is perfect for anyone interested in art\, culture\, or heritage. Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of henna’s cultural context and their own hand-designed henna art. CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION/LECTURE LOCATION:Holistic Expo Presentations\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:95ff1e7a75f2338bd3adcbd2073c13c8 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/95ff1e7a75f2338bd3adcbd2073c13c8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T160000Z DTEND:20260613T170000Z SUMMARY:Kids Yoga Ages 3-11 DESCRIPTION:\nI offer fun\, family-friendly yoga experiences designed to spark joy and connection. For younger children\, classes become a playful “yoga adventure\,” filled with storytelling\, imaginative movement\, sing-along music\, and light dancing. An invitation for kids (and families) to move\, laugh\, and explore together.\n\nAll classes are 35–45 minutes and include a short\, calming meditation and relaxation to help children unwind and reset. CATEGORIES: LOCATION:Kids Area - Grassy area by lazy river\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:568747b099c9e467004c0defec0db14b URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/568747b099c9e467004c0defec0db14b END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T160000Z DTEND:20260613T170000Z SUMMARY:Saturday Morning: JourneyDanceÂŽ: Embodying Abundance DESCRIPTION:JourneyDanceÂŽ: Embodying Abundance\n\n\nAbundance as an internal state\, cultivated through joy\, pleasure\, presence\, and shared movement.\n\n\nIn yoga philosophy\, abundance is not accumulation — it’s alignment. It’s the experience of enoughness that arises when we are present in our bodies and connected to one another.\n\n\nThis somatic movement experience explores abundance not as something to chase\, but as something to feel.\n\n\nThrough grounded\, choice-based movement\, we’ll move from individual awareness into collective rhythm — exploring breath\, expression\, and community as pathways to embodied fullness.\n\n\nAbundance here is not excess — it is aliveness.\n\n\nParticipants will leave with:\n- A joy-centered oracle card — featuring a guiding word and reflection prompt to reconnect with embodied abundance beyond the festival\n- The “Joy Anchor” practice — a simple 2-minute nervous-system reset they can use anytime they feel disconnected from aliveness\n- A curated 3-song “Abundance Reset” playlist — designed to guide them from grounding to expansion\, so they can revisit the experience of joy through movement at home\n\n\nAll movement is invitational and choice-based. All are welcome. No experience needed.\n\n\n CATEGORIES:DANCE LOCATION:Wavepool\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:4e6585e085a81a84d91218e291c4513b URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/4e6585e085a81a84d91218e291c4513b END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T160000Z DTEND:20260613T170000Z SUMMARY:Kirtan Camp - KRISHNA SKIES DESCRIPTION:🎶 Kirtan Camp with Scott Moss: Find Your Voice\, Open Your Heart\nStep into the joyful and devotional world of Kirtan — a call-and-response chanting practice rooted in Bhakti yoga\, the yoga of love and devotion. Led by Scott Moss\, this immersive Kirtan Camp invites you to explore sacred sound as a tool for connection\, healing\, and spiritual awakening.\nThrough simple mantras\, rhythm\, and melody\, you’ll experience how Kirtan quiets the mind\, uplifts the spirit\, and opens the heart. Whether you sing\, clap\, play an instrument\, or simply listen\, you’ll be part of a powerful shared vibration of love and unity.\n🕉️ In Kirtan Camp\, you’ll:\nLearn the meaning and pronunciation of foundational mantrasExplore vocal expression and devotional chantingJoin in community music-making — no experience needed!Tap into joy\, stillness\, and a deep sense of presenceAll voices welcome. Come as you are — whether you’re a lifelong chanter or completely new to mantra\, this session will leave you feeling energized\, inspired\, and deeply connected.\n\nScottMoss༐ and Friends Rob June 🎸 Steve Hoog 🪘 Fran Feigl 🪈 Hosting devotional mantra meditation connecting to the Devine through our powerful sound of vibration and music 🎶 Kirtan is an ancient Yoga practice known to be a therapeutic healing form of call and response mantra music sound meditation. Sure to lift your Spirits and connection to joy with yourself and within each other. Let us join together in raising the vibration and elevating our consciousness through listening\, humming\, chanting\, singing\, and even dancing!  \;  \;  \;  \;  \;  \; \n\n \;  \;  \;  \; ScottMoss༐ has been hosting and leading Kirtan meditation for a number of years at Bethlehem’s YogaLoft\, across the Lehigh Valley\, Schuylkill and Bucks counties also Philadelphia\, New York City and beyond. His love and devotion for the practice of Yoga and Kirtan is truly vibrant\, uplifting and contagious in the best ways! With a team of gifted awesome musicians Krishna Skies Kirtan is truly special✨ CATEGORIES:KRITAN LOCATION:Meditation Area\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:38cdfe6e0344b93ca295917e69e23701 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/38cdfe6e0344b93ca295917e69e23701 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T160000Z DTEND:20260613T170000Z SUMMARY:Astrology 101: Understanding Your Birth Chart & Soul Patterns” - Danielle Taverna DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder why you are the way you are\, or why certain patterns keep repeating in your life? Your birth chart is a snapshot of the sky at the exact moment you were born\, revealing key insights about your personality\, strengths\, challenges\, and life themes.\nIn this beginner-friendly talk\, I’ll break down the zodiac signs and planets in a simple\, clear way so you can start understanding your own chart and the deeper patterns— including your karmic imprint— that shape your path. No prior astrology knowledge needed. CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION/LECTURE LOCATION:Holistic Expo Presentations\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:9dc1447fa50066967e62d062c30bef63 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/9dc1447fa50066967e62d062c30bef63 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T160000Z DTEND:20260613T170000Z SUMMARY:Sabai & Stretch Class DESCRIPTION:Sabai-In Thai\, sabai (สบาย) means to be happy\, relaxed\, or at ease. The phrase can describe a state of being\, a comfortable feeling\, or a general sense of well-being. When repeated as "sabai sabai\," it intensifies the meaning to "everything is chill\," "not a care in the world\," or "easygoing". \;\n\n Sabai & Stretch\nClass will start with Wai Kru\, or prayer\, to give thanks to The Father Doctor and all of those who came before us. Once completed and partners are chosen students will then be lead through 8-10 assisted stretches. Both the giver and reciever will benefit from this however\, once the sequence is completed roles will be switched\; the giver will become the reciever and vise versa. The sequence will then be repeated. Class will end with a moment of gratitude for our partner's\, our teachers\, and the yoga community as a whole.\n\n\nWe are all able to stretch and take time for ourselves\, but sometimes we do in fact need a little help from our friends. This class is about bringing people together\, and remembering that we are always stronger together.\n\n\n CATEGORIES:THAI MASSAGE LOCATION:Top Of Midland\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:148dcc8edbb273d3bcd0f67adcbbbc1c URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/148dcc8edbb273d3bcd0f67adcbbbc1c END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T160000Z DTEND:20260613T170000Z SUMMARY:Wild & Rooted: Yoga for Brave Hearts DESCRIPTION:Theme: Big Feelings\, Brave Bodies\n\n\nA playful\, trauma-sensitive class that helps kids learn how to handle big emotions—like summer storms: powerful\, but manageable. Through animal-inspired yoga\, simple breath tools\, mindful games\, and kid-friendly relaxation\, children practice noticing body signals\, pausing before reacting\, and using breath to reset.\n\n\nTakeaway: Each child receives a “Brave Breath” card: Smell the flower\, Blow out the candle plus a reflection question: “What helps me feel strong when I’m upset?” Class ends with a calming “Brave Heart Rest” visualization so kids leave grounded and empowered. CATEGORIES:YOGA/MOVEMENT LOCATION:Next to Lodge\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:7d1f6747005628284e5030485ea6e058 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/7d1f6747005628284e5030485ea6e058 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T170000Z DTEND:20260613T180000Z SUMMARY:Yoga Nidra + Crystal Sound Bath DESCRIPTION:Surrender into the deep rest of Yoga Nidra and crystal sound healing. A guided meditation and the soothing resonance of crystal bowls will lead you into profound relaxation\, inner stillness\, and energetic renewal. No movement required—just lie back and receive. This journey is led by  \;world-renowned instructor Paola Cruz\, E-RYT 850. CATEGORIES: LOCATION:Top Of Midland\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:0fed347b944129b947739c368628a558 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/0fed347b944129b947739c368628a558 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T170000Z DTEND:20260613T180000Z SUMMARY:Just This Breath: Being Present with Love and Kindness DESCRIPTION:This practice will include pranayama and metta (loving-kindness) meditation to support presence\, compassion\, and self-care. We will explore ānāpānasati--mindfulness of breath--as a foundation for embodying love\, kindness\, and a shared sense of belonging. \; CATEGORIES:COMMON LOCATION:The Lounge\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:0e7c1a9d6eaf880b33231d9e521e00b8 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/0e7c1a9d6eaf880b33231d9e521e00b8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T170000Z DTEND:20260613T180000Z SUMMARY:Yoga for Self-Care DESCRIPTION:Nurture your body with this gentle all levels  \;yoga class focusing on rebalancing your nervous system and nurturing the body through gentle movement and supported poses. \;\nThis class will also incorporate poses that stimulate your Vagus nerve\, which is responsible for regulating digestion\, heart rate and your immune system. \; CATEGORIES:COMMON LOCATION:Next to Lodge\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:6183953a4c2ad79747e5744d1e6b1c77 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/6183953a4c2ad79747e5744d1e6b1c77 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T170000Z DTEND:20260613T180000Z SUMMARY:Mindfulness and Sangha Building in the Thich Nhat Hahn Tradition DESCRIPTION:This Mindfulness Meditation offering is rooted in the understanding of breath and presence in the Plum Village tradition\, founded by Thich Nhat Hahn\, and the spirit of engaged Buddhism creating a grounded\, compassionate\, and accessible space for practitioners of all levels. \n\nSangha building in the Plum Village tradition \;is the intentional cultivation of a mindful community that practices together in compassion\, deep listening\, and collective awakening\, grounded in the spirit of engaged Buddhism.\n\n CATEGORIES:MEDITATION LOCATION:Next to Lodge\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:39efaa914bc2c3b0e96192c531a37cde URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/39efaa914bc2c3b0e96192c531a37cde END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T170000Z DTEND:20260613T180000Z SUMMARY:Breathe and BE DESCRIPTION:Breathe & BEwith Heather Lyon\nBefore movement… there was breath.\nIn the yogic tradition\, prāṇāyāma is not simply a breathing technique. It is the conscious expansion of prāṇa — life force itself. The sages taught that breath is the bridge between body and mind\, between the visible and the subtle.\nIn Yoga Sutras of Patanjali\, pranayama is the fourth limb of the eightfold path. Patanjali writes that through regulation of breath\, the veil covering the inner light is thinned. In other words\, when we refine the breath\, we refine perception.\nIn the Hatha Yoga Pradipika\, the breath is described as the master key to the nervous system and the mind. “When the breath wanders\, the mind is unsteady. When the breath is still\, so is the mind.”\nThis class is rooted in that lineage.\nThrough conscious connected breathing\, immersive music\, and grounded spiritual guidance\, Heather leads you into an experience that moves beyond technique and into direct encounter with your own vitality.\nThis style of breathwork can:\n• Clear stagnant emotional energy\n• Activate the subtle body\n• Expand awareness\n• Create a natural state of uplifted consciousness\n• Offer a euphoric sense of spaciousness and release\nParticipants often describe feeling luminous\, open\, deeply alive. Not altered\, but awakened. A remembering of something ancient that already lives within you.\nBreath becomes prayer.\nBreath becomes purification.\nBreath becomes a doorway.\nYou may feel waves of sensation. You may feel profound stillness. You may feel insight rise effortlessly to the surface. Every journey is unique\, and Heather holds the space with reverence\, safety\, and intention.\nNo substances.\nNo escape.\nJust prāṇa moving freely.\nCome lie down.\nSoften the body.\nFollow the breath into the subtle realms.\nAnd rediscover what it means to truly BE. 🕊️✨\n\n CATEGORIES:PRANAYAMA LOCATION:Meditation Area\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:dd22c5c80fe82aaeb3ba99b4879f4fbb URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/dd22c5c80fe82aaeb3ba99b4879f4fbb END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T170000Z DTEND:20260613T180000Z SUMMARY:Nutrition for a Balanced Life DESCRIPTION:My class will teach the approach of nutrition for a balanced life. I plan to create an inclusive environment for any dietary choices people follow ("Normal Diet"\, Mediterranean Diet\, Vegetarian\, Vegan\, etc...). I want people to share what food means to them and discuss how it connects us all. I will discuss key points for balanced nutrition and provide ideas for how a person's nutrition could become more 'whole'. My main objective is to help instill confidence for people to make positive adjustments toward a truly balanced lifestyle. \; CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION/LECTURE LOCATION:Holistic Expo Presentations\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:d9660f34efd6077b16be1a28f6fa7880 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/d9660f34efd6077b16be1a28f6fa7880 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T170000Z DTEND:20260613T180000Z SUMMARY:Stability in Motion: Finding Ground When Life Shifts DESCRIPTION:This class explores yoga as a holistic real-life practice\; one that supports us wherever we are\, rather than requiring ideal conditions.  \;Through movement\, pause\, and reflection\, participants will explore how traditional yoga concepts\, such as abhyasa (consistent practice) and vairagya (non-attachment) show up in real-life: parenting\, work\, uncertainty\, grief\, change\, and rest.  \;Rather than striving for peak poses\, this class emphasizes felt experience\, nervous system regulation\, and the wisdom of listening inward.  \; CATEGORIES:YOGA/MOVEMENT LOCATION:Wavepool\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:db89496f2c6d7507fe5e52041a6075fb URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/db89496f2c6d7507fe5e52041a6075fb END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T180000Z DTEND:20260613T190000Z SUMMARY:The Eight Limbs of Yoga: A Living Practice DESCRIPTION:The Eight Limbs of Yoga: A Living Practice\n\n\nYoga is more than poses — it is a pathway to freedom.\n\n\nIn this all-levels experiential class\, we will explore the Eight Limbs of Yoga as described in the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. Through gentle movement\, breathwork\, reflection\, and meditation\, you’ll experience how yoga extends beyond the mat into daily life.\n\n\nThis class weaves philosophy with embodied practice\, offering a grounded\, heart-centered journey into ethical living\, breath awareness\, mindful movement\, and inner stillness.\n\n\nCome curious. Leave connected.\n\n\nAll levels welcome.\n\n CATEGORIES:COMMON LOCATION:The Lounge\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:842ae3997bc700e6509321c7b2839c65 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/842ae3997bc700e6509321c7b2839c65 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T180000Z DTEND:20260613T190000Z SUMMARY:Intro to Sound Massage DESCRIPTION:Vibrational massage provides deep relaxation while assisting energetic flow.  \;Join us to learn about\, give\, and receive sound massage with Himalayan bowls and weighted tuning forks and leave refreshed and energized CATEGORIES:MEDITATION LOCATION:Holistic Expo Presentations\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:b15294324817c74865f173582ae7cad2 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/b15294324817c74865f173582ae7cad2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T180000Z DTEND:20260613T190000Z SUMMARY:Japa Mantra Meditation with Mala Beads DESCRIPTION:Japa Mantra MeditationLearning the Sacred Practice of Mala Beads\nThis class offers a grounded and accessible introduction to Japa Mantra Meditation\, an ancient devotional practice rooted in the yogic tradition and referenced in texts such as the \;Bhagavad Gita \;and the \;Yoga Sutras of Patanjali.\nThe word japa means “to repeat softly\,” and mantra means “instrument of the mind.” Together\, Japa is the rhythmic repetition of a sacred sound\, word\, or phrase to steady the mind and awaken deeper awareness.\nIn this workshop-style class\, students will learn:\n• The history and spiritual significance of Japa meditation\n• The structure and symbolism of the 108-bead mala\n• How to hold and move through the beads properly\n• The purpose of the guru bead\n• Breath coordination with mantra repetition\n• How to choose or connect with a mantra\nTraditionally\, a mala contains 108 beads\, representing spiritual wholeness and the cyclical nature of existence. Each bead becomes an anchor for attention. With every repetition of the mantra\, the practitioner gently moves to the next bead\, creating a tactile rhythm that keeps the mind from wandering.\nThis practice activates the parasympathetic nervous system through repetition and breath regulation\, while also cultivating focus\, devotion\, and inner stillness. The vibration of mantra is said to refine consciousness and purify mental fluctuations.\nStudents may work with a universal mantra such as “Om\,” “So Hum\,” or a loving-kindness phrase\, depending on the intention of the practice.\nExpect:\n• Gentle guidance into seated meditation\n• Instruction on mala use and etiquette\n• Group mantra repetition\n• Silent personal japa\n• Reflection and integration\nThis practice can be devotional or secular. It can be done for five minutes or an hour. What matters most is sincerity and consistency.\nJapa is meditation with movement.\nWith rhythm.\nWith intention.\nOne bead.\nOne breath.\nOne mantra at a time.\n\n CATEGORIES:MEDITATION LOCATION:Meditation Area\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:4d5f6fe2596442a3e23655ccba9f0771 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/4d5f6fe2596442a3e23655ccba9f0771 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T180000Z DTEND:20260613T190000Z SUMMARY:My Sweet Lord: Vinyasa with George "I really wanna see you" (on your mat!) DESCRIPTION:My Sweet Lord: Vinyasa with George "I really wanna see you" (on your mat!) \n\nIt's been a long\, cold\, lonely winter....it seems like years since we've been here....here comes NEPA YOGAFEST 2026! Together we'll flow through a vinyasa-style practice that moves from \;grounding into a steady\, breath-led sequence to cultivate a \;balanced practice of sthira and sukha (effort and ease.) \;Expect smooth transitions\, a consistent rhythm\, and an experience for all levels - from the beginner to the experienced practitioner \;- \;all set to the iconic\, spiritually-inspired tunes of George Harrison's Beatles and solo songs. Haribol! CATEGORIES:YOGA/MOVEMENT LOCATION:Next to Lodge\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:beca387660a402691b3eecd49a14c3d0 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/beca387660a402691b3eecd49a14c3d0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T180000Z DTEND:20260613T190000Z SUMMARY:Open to Grace: Anusara-inspired™ DESCRIPTION:Anusara\, a school of Hatha yoga\, is a heart-centered practice with a firm foundation in alignment and awareness of muscular and organic energy. Enjoy a traditional class that includes learning the Invocation\, pranayama\, a mixed-level sequence\, and meditation. Students will receive a printed guide with translation of the Invocation. \; CATEGORIES:YOGA/MOVEMENT LOCATION:Wavepool\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:729ca545e6e2325dbc5a91e4ae6ee4a0 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/729ca545e6e2325dbc5a91e4ae6ee4a0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T180000Z DTEND:20260613T190000Z SUMMARY:Reset Your Vibe: Calm Your Nervous System & Balance Your Energy DESCRIPTION:Slow down\, soften\, and return to balance in this deeply restorative experience designed to calm the nervous system and clear stagnant energy. Through guided breathwork and gentle floor-based stretches\, you’ll be supported in releasing tension held in the body and mind.\nAs you rest\, immerse yourself in the healing sounds of rattles\, drums\, and bells—vibrations that help carry away accumulated stress and anxiety while inviting fresh\, supportive energy to flow in. This intentional blend of breath\, movement\, sound\, and energy clearing creates space for deep relaxation and subtle yet powerful shifts.\nLeave feeling grounded\, refreshed\, and more connected—restored in body\, balanced in energy\, and renewed from the inside out. CATEGORIES:YOGA/MOVEMENT LOCATION:Top Of Midland\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:e371bfbbd90d4238a1c330d2f0aa268a URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/e371bfbbd90d4238a1c330d2f0aa268a END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T190000Z DTEND:20260613T200000Z SUMMARY:Rise & Root: A Somatic Summer Awakening DESCRIPTION:Summer calls us to expand — to take up space\, speak clearly\, and live boldly. But true expansion begins with grounding. This trauma-informed somatic flow explores the balance between rooting and rising through the yogic principle of Sthira & Sukha — steadiness and ease.\n\n\nClass begins with gentle settling and embodied breathwork to support nervous system regulation and a sense of safety. From there\, we build gradually into slow spinal waves\, grounded standing postures\, and intentional heart-opening shapes that cultivate strength without force. Throughout the practice\, students are guided to move with awareness rather than performance — exploring what Sthira (stability) and Sukha (softness/space) feel like in real time: Where do I brace? Where can I soften? Where am I ready to expand with steadiness?\n\n\nThis experience emphasizes choice-based language\, accessibility\, and integration over choreography. We close with guided reflection and a practical takeaway students can carry into everyday life\, including a simple 3-breath grounding tool and the mantra:\n\n\n“I rise because I am rooted.”\n\n\n\n\n CATEGORIES:COMMON LOCATION:Wavepool\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:01ad2a495854b5484308f9f5d546ee34 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/01ad2a495854b5484308f9f5d546ee34 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T190000Z DTEND:20260613T200000Z SUMMARY:Alchemy – A Sacred Sound Journey DESCRIPTION:Alchemy is a heart-opening sound immersion designed to guide participants into deep meditative presence and nervous system restoration. Rooted in ancient sound techniques and anchored by traditional Tibetan singing bowls\, this journey weaves earth-rooted tones and harmonic resonance into a vibrational field that supports both energetic and somatic healing.\nParticipants are invited to soften into a receptive state where the body can recalibrate\, the mind can quiet\, and the subtle energy systems can realign.\nAlchemy is the art of transmutation. Within this container of resonance and rest\, we transform density into openness\, intention into embodiment\, and dreams into grounded reality.\nThis is an invitation to surrender\, to receive\, and to remember the innate wisdom that lives within vibration.\n\n CATEGORIES:MEDITATION LOCATION:Top Of Midland\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:a2170ff1e4c994047593b2b331c0876a URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/a2170ff1e4c994047593b2b331c0876a END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T190000Z DTEND:20260613T200000Z SUMMARY:Metta or Loving Kindness Meditation DESCRIPTION:This meditation is rooted in the ancient Buddhist practice of Loving-Kindness\, known in Pali as Metta Bhavana\, meaning “the cultivation of boundless goodwill.” For centuries\, practitioners have used this simple yet profound method to soften the heart\, dissolve resentment\, and awaken compassion as a lived experience rather than an idea.\nAt its core\, this meditation uses five intentional phrases that are repeated gently\, like planting seeds in the soil of the mind. The practice traditionally moves in widening circles:\nOurselvesSomeone we love or feel gratitude towardSomeone neutralSomeone difficultAll beings everywhereWe begin with ourselves because compassion cannot authentically extend outward if it does not first take root within. From there\, the heart expands gradually\, including those who are easy to love and eventually those who challenge us. The practice culminates in extending loving-kindness to all beings without exception\, dissolving the illusion of separation.\nThe classic phrases often sound like:\n• May I be safe.\n• May I be healthy.\n• May I be peaceful.\n• May I live with ease.\n• May I be free.\nThese phrases are then adapted as the focus shifts:\n“May you be safe…”\n“May you be peaceful…”\n“May all beings be free…”\nThe wording is flexible. What matters most is the sincerity behind it. The phrases can be tailored to reflect what feels authentic and aligned\, as long as they arise from a genuine place of care and goodwill.\nThis practice can be:\n• A focused five-minute daily reset\n• A full hour of deep heart cultivation\n• Practiced in one complete arc\n• Or explored one category at a time depending on what the heart needs\nIt is traditionally practiced seated in meditation\, but it can also be done lying down\, walking slowly\, or even integrated into yoga asana or daily life. The beauty of Metta is its accessibility.\nFor seasoned meditators\, it refines and deepens compassion.\nFor beginners\, it offers structure and simplicity.\nOver time\, loving-kindness meditation has been shown to gently shift inner dialogue\, reduce reactivity\, and increase feelings of connection and well-being. Spiritually\, it is said to purify the heart. Practically\, it changes how we show up in the world.\nThis is not about forcing positive emotion. It is about cultivating the intention of goodwill\, even if the feeling follows later.\nOne phrase.\nOne breath.\nOne widening circle at a time. CATEGORIES:MEDITATION LOCATION:Meditation Area\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:7f2d4e78dc7e8a7f22b63189e936aab3 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/7f2d4e78dc7e8a7f22b63189e936aab3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T190000Z DTEND:20260613T200000Z SUMMARY:Thai Foot Massage DESCRIPTION:Thai Foot Massage\nClass will start with Wai Kru\, or prayer\, to give thanks to The Father Doctor and all of those who came before us. Once completed students will follow along a self administered foot massage based on Ruesi Dat Ton and Thai massage techniques. After the foot massage the class will use acupressure tools to press into 27 pressure points on the sole of the foot. Oil\, Thai Balm and tools will be provided to students. The oil and balm will be theirs to take home. TOOLS MUST BE RETURNED \;AT THE END OF CLASS.\n\n\nPain and dysfunction is all too common these days\, but most people avoid the base of it. Our feet are everything. They are our connection to the Earth and what carries us wherever we may go. They should be treated with care\, and pampered daily. Always remember\, a happy sole is a happy soul! CATEGORIES:THAI MASSAGE LOCATION:Holistic Expo Presentations\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:80cf7740fb5c948b5031c6c64b9d70e0 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/80cf7740fb5c948b5031c6c64b9d70e0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T190000Z DTEND:20260613T200000Z SUMMARY:Yours\, Truly: A Self-Love Yoga Experience Rooted in Empowerment and Emotional Grounding DESCRIPTION:Sarah will begin the class with an introduction to a grounding breathwork technique to settle the mind and nervous system\, followed by a guided meditation. From there\, students will be led through a heart-opening slow-flow designed to cultivate awareness in the body\, listening to what they body is asking for and delivering on what it needs in the moment. Sarah will leave students with a journaling prompt to write a love letter to themselves\, describing their strengths\, what they love about who they are\, and offering compassion to themselves for anything they may be struggling with. CATEGORIES:YOGA/MOVEMENT LOCATION:Next to Lodge\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:d4ca90f4bc31e95a9835b1df25e20af9 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/d4ca90f4bc31e95a9835b1df25e20af9 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T200000Z DTEND:20260613T210000Z SUMMARY:Into the Silence - A Mystic Meditation Journey DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to go beyond the surface of meditation?\nAre you ready to enter the silence… and meet the truest version of yourself?\n\n\nThis is an invitation inward.\n\n\nWe begin by softening into the breath—anchoring the body\, steadying the mind\, and opening the doorway to deeper awareness. From this grounded place\, you will be guided into an immersive meditation designed to support inner expansion\, insight\, and soul-level exploration.\n\n\nAs stillness deepens\, we transition into sacred movement through a mindful walking meditation. Here\, the senses awaken. Sound becomes alive. Air touches the skin with meaning. Each step becomes intentional. Each moment becomes luminous.\n\n\nParticipants will be gently invited to explore heightened perception—experiencing meditation not only in stillness\, but in motion… in awareness… in presence.\n\n\nWe close in circle with space for reflection\, integration\, and intuitive questions.\n\n\nThis experience is accessible to beginners and nourishing for seasoned seekers alike. Come as you are. Leave more fully yourself. CATEGORIES:COMMON LOCATION:Meditation Area\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:100490c301806c7dd6bfece71b66122b URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/100490c301806c7dd6bfece71b66122b END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T200000Z DTEND:20260613T210000Z SUMMARY:Yin & Sound: A Journey Into Stillness DESCRIPTION:Yin & Sound: A Journey Into Stillnesswith Heather Lyon\nThere is a quiet intelligence in the body that only speaks when we slow down.\nIn this deeply nourishing Yin & Sound experience\, Heather weaves long-held yin postures with immersive sound healing to guide you into the subtle layers of being. This is not about stretching muscles. It is about softening the fascia\, calming the nervous system\, and opening energetic pathways so prāṇa can move freely.\nRooted in the wisdom of traditional yoga\, yin invites us into sthira and sukha — steadiness and ease — principles described in the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. Through surrender and stillness\, we begin to dissolve the habitual tensions that veil clarity.\nAs you rest in each posture\, Heather will bathe the space in healing frequencies from crystal bowls and sacred instruments. Sound has long been honored in yogic and Vedic traditions as vibration that reorganizes the subtle body. In Nada Yoga\, the yoga of sound\, it is said that creation itself began with vibration. When we immerse in sound consciously\, we attune ourselves to that original resonance.\nExpect:\n• Long\, supported yin holds to gently open the hips\, spine\, and heart\n• Breath awareness to regulate the nervous system\n• Layered sound frequencies to guide the brain into meditative states\n• A closing integration to anchor the experience\nYou may feel heaviness melting. You may feel emotion rise and release. You may feel as if time has slowed to a sacred pause.\nYin asks you to soften.\nSound asks you to listen.\nTogether\, they create a portal inward.\nCome as you are. Bring layers\, a blanket\, and a willingness to surrender into stillness.\nThis is your permission to be held — by the earth beneath you\, by vibration around you\, and by the quiet wisdom within. \n\n CATEGORIES:PRANAYAMA LOCATION:Top Of Midland\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:b908a61f1d55ccd282b86bea0092fae2 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/b908a61f1d55ccd282b86bea0092fae2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T200000Z DTEND:20260613T210000Z SUMMARY:Applying Ahimsa - adapting to a vegetarian lifestyle DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn how to make the transition to a vegetarian/vegan lifestyle with simple swaps in areas of diet\, body care products\, lifestyle choices. Learning to reduce or eliminate animal products to prevent harm to animals\, the environment and human health.  \;Take aways include suggestions for simple daily practices in a handout for swaps to begin making in their diet\, their body products and lifestyle goods. \; CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION/LECTURE LOCATION:The Lounge\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:f572d70f433ea680e577ed8ab871130b URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/f572d70f433ea680e577ed8ab871130b END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T200000Z DTEND:20260613T220000Z SUMMARY:Poetry Hour DESCRIPTION:🎤✨ The Party Poets Show arrives at NEPA Yoga Fest for a two-hour live experience where spoken word\, rhythm\, storytelling\, humor\, and raw human connection take center stage.\nThis isn’t your average poetry night.It’s energy. It’s emotion. It’s art that breathes with the crowd.\nFeaturing a lineup of live performers already set to take the stage\, this immersive evening blends soul-stirring poetry\, unexpected laughter\, powerful truth\, and audience connection into something you don’t just watch… you feel. 🔥\nBetween the mountain air\, festival energy\, and voices echoing through the night\, this becomes more than a performance.It becomes a moment.\n✨ Come sit and grab a drink if you like✨ Come snap\, laugh\, feel\, and connect.✨ Come experience the side of NEPA Yoga Fest where expression becomes medicine.\nWhether you’re a longtime lover of spoken word or just looking for a Saturday night experience that actually moves you\, The Party Poets Show is one you’ll be talking about long after the festival ends. CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION/LECTURE LOCATION:The Lounge\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:d1764d7aeae78d3b511dc821166bb206 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/d1764d7aeae78d3b511dc821166bb206 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T200000Z DTEND:20260613T210000Z SUMMARY:Signs From Loved Ones in Spirit: Understanding the Psychic ‘Clairs DESCRIPTION:When Spirit Speaks: Understanding Signs\, Synchronicities & The Clairs \;\n \n When someone we love passes\, the connection doesn’t end\, it simply changes form. In this lecture\, psychic medium Tara Grossi will explore the many ways loved ones in spirit may continue to send us signs from repeating numbers and meaningful synchronicities to dreams\, nature symbols\, sensations\, and intuitive impressions.\n \n Tara will also discuss the intuitive senses known as the psychic “clairs”—including clairvoyance\, clairaudience\, clairsentience\, and claircognizance\, and how these abilities can help us better recognize and understand communication from the spirit world.\n \n This heartfelt and insightful talk is designed to help you deepen your awareness\, trust your intuition\, and better understand how spirit may already be reaching out to you in ways you may not have realized.\n \n With compassion\, clarity\, and real-life experiences\, Tara will guide you through signs\, symbolism\, and the subtle ways connection continues beyond physical loss.\n\n CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION/LECTURE LOCATION:Holistic Expo Presentations\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:75c1fa6ecd6179dce70a5c79f8b62e44 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/75c1fa6ecd6179dce70a5c79f8b62e44 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T200000Z DTEND:20260613T210000Z SUMMARY:Dharma Yoga DESCRIPTION:Dharma Yoga:\n\nDharma Yoga is a graceful practice that includes elements of vinyasa and longer holds of some poses. It opens up the body\, making it more flexible and strong and giving you energy for the day. The sequences are built based on the spiritual teachings of Sri Dharma Mittra\, a worldwide-known yoga master.\n\n CATEGORIES:YOGA/MOVEMENT LOCATION:Wavepool\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:49930d3bd706bbc37266fc21c2ef8949 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/49930d3bd706bbc37266fc21c2ef8949 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T200000Z DTEND:20260613T210000Z SUMMARY:Sanctuary: A Slow Nervous System Journey DESCRIPTION:Stress-Relieving Slow Flow\nActivating the Parasympathetic Nervous System\nThis class is a deliberate exhale.\nDesigned to calm the stress response and gently activate the parasympathetic nervous system\, this slow flow invites the body out of fight-or-flight and into rest-and-restore. Through unhurried movement\, extended exhales\, and mindful transitions\, we create the conditions for safety in the body.\nWhen the breath slows\, the heart follows.\nWhen the pace softens\, the mind steadies.\nIn this practice\, you can expect:\n• Slow\, intentional sequencing\n• Emphasis on lengthening the exhale\n• Gentle spinal waves and grounded standing work\n• Longer holds to encourage muscular release\n• Simple breath ratios to stimulate vagal tone\nThe focus is not intensity. It is regulation.\nBy synchronizing breath and movement at a calm tempo\, we signal to the nervous system that it is safe to downshift. Cortisol levels begin to lower. Muscular guarding eases. Digestion and immune function receive the green light to operate optimally.\nThis is the yoga of recalibration.\nPerfect for anyone feeling overwhelmed\, overstimulated\, or simply in need of a nervous system reset\, this class meets you exactly where you are. No pushing. No rushing. Just steady\, grounded awareness.\nYou will leave feeling:\n• Clearer\n• More regulated\n• Physically lighter\n• Mentally quieter\nSometimes the most powerful thing we can do is slow down enough to let the body remember how to heal.\nCome move gently.\nCome breathe deeply.\nCome restore.\n\n CATEGORIES:YOGA/MOVEMENT LOCATION:Next to Lodge\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:0a4fbf97cfdeb30e38b3a3e858184aeb URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/0a4fbf97cfdeb30e38b3a3e858184aeb END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T210000Z DTEND:20260613T220000Z SUMMARY:Gentle Somatic Yoga for Lymph FLOW DESCRIPTION:This gentle\, rejuvenating class is designed to support your body’s natural detoxification process by stimulating the lymphatic system through mindful movement and breath. Unlike the circulatory system\, the lymphatic system relies on movement to flow — and this practice is intentionally crafted to encourage just that.\n\n\nExpect slow\, rhythmic sequences\, light pulsing movements\, dynamic stretches\, and intentional breathwork to promote circulation\, reduce stagnation\, and support immune health. We’ll incorporate twists\, inversions\, and targeted mobility work to awaken areas where lymph can often become sluggish.\n\n\n\n\n CATEGORIES:COMMON LOCATION:Next to Lodge\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:31ca18086a9cf5425dc153da9bb3cee8 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/31ca18086a9cf5425dc153da9bb3cee8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T210000Z DTEND:20260613T220000Z SUMMARY:Bollywood Dance Lesson DESCRIPTION:Bollywood Bliss: Dance\, Expression & Joy\nStep into the vibrant world of Bollywood with this high-energy dance class that blends traditional Indian movement\, modern choreography\, and infectious music. No dance experience needed — just bring your enthusiasm and let loose!\nLed by an experienced instructor\, this class is all about celebration\, self-expression\, and pure joy. You'll learn fun\, accessible routines set to iconic Bollywood tracks while getting a great cardio workout.\n🌟 Expect:\nA warm-up to get your body movingEasy-to-follow Bollywood choreographyLaughter\, rhythm\, and community vibesA cultural journey through dancePerfect for all levels — come dance your heart out and leave with a smile! CATEGORIES:DANCE LOCATION:Wavepool\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:00fe2d444d254bf2d4fbac2a4131f93f URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/00fe2d444d254bf2d4fbac2a4131f93f END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T210000Z DTEND:20260613T220000Z SUMMARY:Partner + Acro Yoga DESCRIPTION:Partner + Acro YogaConnection • Play • Trust\nYoga is powerful alone.\nIt becomes electric in partnership.\nThis dynamic Partner + Acro Yoga class blends foundational partner poses with introductory acro elements\, inviting you to explore strength\, balance\, and trust in a whole new way.\nWe begin with grounded partner stretches and assisted postures to build communication and connection. From there\, we gradually layer in beginner-friendly acro transitions where one partner serves as the base\, one as the flyer\, and one as the spotter.\nExpect:\n• Playful warm-ups to build coordination\n• Trust-building partner exercises\n• Foundational acro shapes and transitions\n• Core engagement and stability work\n• Laughter\, teamwork\, and shared accomplishment\nNo experience is necessary. Clear instruction and safe progressions will be offered throughout. You may come with a partner or be paired up during class.\nPartner yoga teaches us to listen.\nAcro yoga teaches us to trust.\nTogether\, they teach us how to support and be supported.\nThis practice strengthens more than muscles. It builds communication\, awareness\, and presence. You will leave feeling empowered\, energized\, and connected.\nCome ready to step out of your comfort zone just enough to surprise yourself.\n\n CATEGORIES:YOGA/MOVEMENT LOCATION:Top Of Midland\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:df999b0696547edfbcd91180ce54a229 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/df999b0696547edfbcd91180ce54a229 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T210000Z DTEND:20260613T220000Z SUMMARY:Vibrational Release: Let Go of Stress & Realign With Compassion DESCRIPTION:We’ll begin by acknowledging the presence of stress—how it shows up in your life\, how it feels\, and where you notice it in your body. From that place of awareness\, you'll learn how to shift stress in your body using simple breath techniques\, gentle movement\, and sound frequency practices like humming and listening to clamming sounds to support your body in letting go of tension and recalibrating the nervous system. Throughout this workshop\, you’ll be guided to move up the emotional scale—softening stress and heaviness and inviting more love\, compassion\, and kindness into your experience.\nThe session concludes with a crystal bowl meditation to help you experience moments of higher frequency\, elevating your vibration and aligning your energy with peace\, clarity\, and openhearted presence.\n\n CATEGORIES:YOGA/MOVEMENT LOCATION:Meditation Area\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:569254546fa9d33e533e4fae6a250085 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/569254546fa9d33e533e4fae6a250085 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T220000Z DTEND:20260613T230000Z SUMMARY:Shakti Activation with Egyptian Blue Lotus Tea Ceremony DESCRIPTION:Shakti Awakening: Blue Lotus Tea Ceremony & Goddess FlowThe Shakti spirit lives within us all.\nCreative. Fierce. Nurturing. Wise. Untamed.\nIn this immersive experience\, we begin with a ceremonial serving of Egyptian Blue Lotus tea\, a flower long revered in ancient ritual for its calming and subtly heart-opening qualities. Traditionally associated with expanded awareness and devotion\, blue lotus invites us into softness\, receptivity\, and gentle inner vision.\nAs the tea warms the body\, we turn inward.\nThrough meditation\, mantra\, and intentional movement\, we explore the many faces of the Divine Feminine as honored in yogic tradition and described in sacred texts like the \;Devi Mahatmya.\nWe move through archetypes including:\n• Kali – the fierce liberator who cuts through illusion\n• Lakshmi – the radiant embodiment of abundance and grace\n• Shakti – pure creative life force energy\n• Additional goddess energies that reflect strength\, compassion\, intuition\, and transformation\nThe practice begins grounded and intentional\, then gradually evolves into expressive\, intuitive movement. Structured yoga dissolves into exploration. Breath becomes rhythm. Wisdom becomes embodied experience.\n\n\n\n\n\n CATEGORIES:COMMON LOCATION:Meditation Area\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:ff89fdf6ebe6863f3c4553684c61a193 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/ff89fdf6ebe6863f3c4553684c61a193 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T220000Z DTEND:20260613T230000Z SUMMARY:Comedy Hour w/ Various Comedians DESCRIPTION:Join us Saturday\, June 13th at 6PM at the Lounge for a night of laughter\, creativity\, and connection. We’re bringing together a dynamic lineup of local comedians who each bring something totally unique to the mic:\n\n🌙 Whether you’re ending your Saturday with a laugh or just getting started for the night\, this special evening at the Lounge is your chance to relax and enjoy something different at the mountain. CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION/LECTURE LOCATION:The Lounge\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:f45cdac582f58c4e85b84b0a604eb899 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/f45cdac582f58c4e85b84b0a604eb899 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260613T230000Z DTEND:20260614T000000Z SUMMARY:Community Dinner (Optional Add on) DESCRIPTION:Last year was such a blast…. Sooooo we are doing it again.\nYoga Fest Community Dinner Party⁠.\n\n Purchase your seat here\n⁠\nLIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE OUTDOORS (all orders placed after June 1st will be outside)\n⁠\nAfter a long day of yoga\, a healthy\, gourmet\, mouthwatering\, community dinner will be held at 7pm. Dinner will include live music and after will have a band and dancing in our yoga pants!\n⁠\n6pm comedy hour in “the Lounge” before we head into the dinner to hear live acoustic music and we try our⁠......\n\n7pm First course Upon entry of a beautiful table of prepared Vegetarian/Vegan Charcuterie board presented by Peculiar’s kitchen\n\nDinner menu\nCharcuterie on entry\n\nFresh Bread with a tahini soy sauce dip\n\nPassed veggie spring rolls\n\nSalad with edamame\, carrots\, avocado and homemade ginger dressing\n\nHoney Garlic Chicken GF\n\nRoasted soy sauce tofu V GF\n\nVegan Mushroom and broccoli with seasame seeds and V GF\n\nSticky sweet rice V GF\n\nMini dessert table\n\nCash bar\n\nOptional drink pairing or wine pairing add on\nWine Options:\nServal Chardonnay 2022 from a Grovedale Winery\nPinot Noir from Capra Collina Winery\n\n*Food options\, amenities\, and venue subject to change*\n\n\n CATEGORIES:ADD ON ADDITIONAL COST LOCATION:The Lounge\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:c9be4b7ea225fc9b1c12a7246e9a6567 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/c9be4b7ea225fc9b1c12a7246e9a6567 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T000000Z DTEND:20260614T010000Z SUMMARY:Dark Moon Ceremony: Release & Reset DESCRIPTION:Dark Moon Ceremony: Release & Reset\nThe Dark Moon is the exhale before the inhale — the quiet clearing before new seeds are planted.\n\n\nIn yogic spirituality\, transformation begins with awareness and conscious release. \;\n\n\nBefore intention-setting and new moon wishes\, there is a natural pause — a moment to reflect\, to notice what feels complete\, and to gently release what no longer needs to be carried forward.\n\n\nIn this ceremony\, we’ll work with that threshold through guided reflection\, written release\, breath\, and a symbolic fire ritual — offering what we’ve written to the flame as an act of conscious completion.\n\n\nThis is not about force or dramatic transformation. It’s about honoring the rhythm of release before renewal — creating space so what comes next has room to take root.\n\n\nParticipants will leave with:\nA simple step-by-step framework and curated playlist for working with the Dark Moon each month\nReflective journaling prompts to support ongoing reflection and release\nA moon-based oracle card as a keepsake from the festival\, offering a guiding word or reflection prompt for continued journaling and integration\n\n\nAll participation is invitational. No experience needed.\n\n CATEGORIES:DANCE LOCATION:Top Of Midland\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:850d83da5f3ae9bf5492b24b8f1c57d6 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/850d83da5f3ae9bf5492b24b8f1c57d6 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T000000Z DTEND:20260614T010000Z SUMMARY:Release & rise: A Full Moon Fire Ceremony DESCRIPTION:Join us for a soul-stirring full moon ceremony where we’ll gather in sacred community to release\, forgive\, and rise. Through guided ritual\, fire\, and embodied movement\, you’ll let go of what no longer serves and reconnect with your inner power. Together\, we’ll burn old stories\, shake off stagnant energy\, and open to the healing light of the full moon. Come as you are — leave lighter\, clearer\, and more aligned. CATEGORIES:GUIDED WORKSHOP LOCATION:Meditation Area\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:bf979c1d2170aeb3a14fd16dcfd70eb5 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/bf979c1d2170aeb3a14fd16dcfd70eb5 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T120000Z DTEND:20260614T130000Z SUMMARY:Sunday Morning Opening Meditation DESCRIPTION:🌞 Sunday Morning Opening Meditation with Mara Morell\nBegin your Sunday at the NEPA Yoga Festival with a gentle\, grounding meditation led by the heartful guidance of Mara Morell. This morning session is designed to help you arrive fully in the moment\, connect with your breath\, and open your heart to the experiences ahead.\nThrough breath awareness\, intention setting\, and subtle inner stillness\, Mara will guide you into a space of clarity and peace — creating the perfect energetic foundation for your final day at the festival.\n🧘‍♀️ In this session\, you’ll experience:\nCentering breathwork and guided mindfulnessA heart-opening meditation to connect with self and communityA calm\, supportive space to awaken your spirit with intentionAll levels are welcome — no prior meditation experience needed. Just bring your presence\, your breath\, and a willingness to start the day from a place of stillness. CATEGORIES:MEDITATION LOCATION:Meditation Area\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:628b662f19f5563d09eca06fd43ab0b4 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/628b662f19f5563d09eca06fd43ab0b4 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T130000Z DTEND:20260614T140000Z SUMMARY:Weaving Goddess & Warrior Wisdom: Festival Integration Ceremony DESCRIPTION:You've danced\, stretched\, opened\, and received. Now we seal the medicine. \n Join Mountain Flower— indigenous medicine woman and 4th-generation drum maker—for a grounding ceremony that transforms festival magic into lasting change. Through rhythm and ancestral guidance\, we'll harvest your most powerful insights: the goddess wisdom that softens you and the warrior strength that focuses you.\n \n Plan on weaving your revelations into your body\, your breath\, your bones. You'll leave with clear seeds planted and the knowing of how to tend them when you return to ordinary life.\n\n CATEGORIES: LOCATION:Next to Lodge\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:eac600066267f2aafe8d1fb69473854a URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/eac600066267f2aafe8d1fb69473854a END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T130000Z DTEND:20260614T140000Z SUMMARY:Sound Healing - Seven Sacred Flames Sound Activation DESCRIPTION:Seven Sacred Flames Sound Activation\nJoin Kirk Jones to learn about the 7 Sacred Flames and enjoy a sound journey to a temple of healing and rejuvenation. The 7 rays are gifts to humanity to build a life of joy\, ease\, and benevolent evolution.  \;Attune to these frequencies of Divine Light and learn how to apply their gifts. Then journey with us through sound to a 5D temple to balance and harmonize this magic! CATEGORIES:MEDITATION LOCATION:Top Of Midland\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:a41d9003d5690f2add68faef1b268156 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/a41d9003d5690f2add68faef1b268156 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T130000Z DTEND:20260614T140000Z SUMMARY:Visitation Dreams & Messages While You Sleep DESCRIPTION:Dreams are one of the most common ways our intuition\, subconscious mind\, and even loved ones in spirit communicate with us. In this lecture\, Medium Tara Grossi explains the difference between ordinary dreams\, symbolic dreams\, and true visitation dreams. Learn why messages often come through while we sleep\, why dreams may feel vivid but unclear\, and how signs\, guidance\, and intuitive insight can appear in dream form. Tara will share real-life experiences\, common patterns seen in visitation dreams\, and ways to become more aware of the messages we receive during sleep. The class will conclude with a short guided visualization to help open awareness dream communications. \;\n\n\n CATEGORIES:MEDITATION LOCATION:Meditation Area\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:fbb49267e98f621d5e195d668c3b4063 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/fbb49267e98f621d5e195d668c3b4063 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T130000Z DTEND:20260614T140000Z SUMMARY:Vinyasa + Meditation DESCRIPTION:Flow\, breathe\, and center in this 60-minute all-levels class guided by world-renowned instructor Paola Cruz\, E-RYT \;850. This class invites you to connect breath with movement\, build inner strength\, and return to presence. Set to a soulful rhythm and guided with Paola’s signature grace and wisdom\, this experience offers a space to move\, release\, and ground—leaving you both energized and centered. All levels welcome. CATEGORIES:YOGA/MOVEMENT LOCATION:Wavepool\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:15eb275445b81fc19f07d388ec87f9b5 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/15eb275445b81fc19f07d388ec87f9b5 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T140000Z DTEND:20260614T150000Z SUMMARY:Ashtanga Yoga: A Glimpse into the Primary Series DESCRIPTION:As the grandfather to modern vinyasa style yoga\, this class invites you to discover the series that started it all. The Ashtanga Yoga Primary Series is regarded as "Yoga Therapy" due to its healing nature of the mind\, body\, and spirit. In this class you will be introduced to the fundamentals and key concepts of Ashtanga Yoga and how we "work backwards" through the 8 limbs of Yoga as Westerners starting with Asana. Every student will be given the Opening Mantra\, Primary Series Sequence Sheet\, and recommended book list for attending. CATEGORIES:ASTANGA LOCATION:Next to Lodge\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:2d58b13df318c951b56b34eb59042bf5 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/2d58b13df318c951b56b34eb59042bf5 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T140000Z DTEND:20260614T150000Z SUMMARY:Mandala Coloring Meditation for Kids - Non guided DESCRIPTION:Time to get creative! Our littlest yogis are invited to join in and learn about mandala designs\, the symbolism of colors\, mindful breathing\, and a guided journey to unlock our creativity and color a mandala to take home and remember your time at Yogafest! All materials will be provided. Class size limited to 12 participants\, FCFS. CATEGORIES:CREATIVE WORKSHOP LOCATION:Kids Area - Grassy area by lazy river\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:4eb5d2d150d19c75f813cc0efc488cfd URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/4eb5d2d150d19c75f813cc0efc488cfd END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T140000Z DTEND:20260614T150000Z SUMMARY:Japa Mantra Meditation with Mala Beads DESCRIPTION:Japa Mantra MeditationLearning the Sacred Practice of Mala Beads\nThis class offers a grounded and accessible introduction to Japa Mantra Meditation\, an ancient devotional practice rooted in the yogic tradition and referenced in texts such as the \;Bhagavad Gita \;and the \;Yoga Sutras of Patanjali.\nThe word japa means “to repeat softly\,” and mantra means “instrument of the mind.” Together\, Japa is the rhythmic repetition of a sacred sound\, word\, or phrase to steady the mind and awaken deeper awareness.\nIn this workshop-style class\, students will learn:\n• The history and spiritual significance of Japa meditation\n• The structure and symbolism of the 108-bead mala\n• How to hold and move through the beads properly\n• The purpose of the guru bead\n• Breath coordination with mantra repetition\n• How to choose or connect with a mantra\nTraditionally\, a mala contains 108 beads\, representing spiritual wholeness and the cyclical nature of existence. Each bead becomes an anchor for attention. With every repetition of the mantra\, the practitioner gently moves to the next bead\, creating a tactile rhythm that keeps the mind from wandering.\nThis practice activates the parasympathetic nervous system through repetition and breath regulation\, while also cultivating focus\, devotion\, and inner stillness. The vibration of mantra is said to refine consciousness and purify mental fluctuations.\nStudents may work with a universal mantra such as “Om\,” “So Hum\,” or a loving-kindness phrase\, depending on the intention of the practice.\nExpect:\n• Gentle guidance into seated meditation\n• Instruction on mala use and etiquette\n• Group mantra repetition\n• Silent personal japa\n• Reflection and integration\nThis practice can be devotional or secular. It can be done for five minutes or an hour. What matters most is sincerity and consistency.\nJapa is meditation with movement.\nWith rhythm.\nWith intention.\nOne bead.\nOne breath.\nOne mantra at a time.\n\n CATEGORIES:MEDITATION LOCATION:Meditation Area\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:d91426f8855bd047e7e0f5c8cd330611 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/d91426f8855bd047e7e0f5c8cd330611 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T140000Z DTEND:20260614T150000Z SUMMARY:Gift of devotion to the Sun from Hanuman DESCRIPTION:The story of Hanuman and Surya and the gift of devotion through the Sun Salutations 🌞✨\n\nn yogic mythology\, the mighty and beloved monkey-god Hanuman was not only known for his strength and courage\, but for his deep and unwavering devotion.\nAs a young student eager to learn\, Hanuman sought the wisdom of the radiant sun god Surya\, who travels across the sky each day in his celestial chariot. Surya initially hesitated. “How can I teach you?” he asked. “I never stop moving across the sky.”\nBut Hanuman\, determined and devoted\, promised to face Surya at all times. He leapt into the sky and began traveling alongside the sun\, moving backward so he could always remain in his teacher’s presence. Day after day he studied sacred knowledge while journeying across the heavens.\nMoved by this extraordinary dedication\, Surya accepted him as a student and taught him the Vedas\, the scriptures\, and the wisdom of life.\nIt is said that Surya Namaskar — the Sun Salutation — honors this sacred relationship between student and teacher. Each bow\, reach\, and breath becomes an offering of gratitude to the sun\, the source of life\, light\, and awakening.\nJust as Hanuman moved with devotion toward Surya\, we move through the Sun Salutations with reverence — cultivating strength\, humility\, and devotion in every breath.\nEach round becomes a moving prayer…\na rhythm of body and spirit greeting the light.\n🌞 May your practice be filled with the courage of Hanuman and the radiant wisdom of Surya.\n\n CATEGORIES:YOGA/MOVEMENT LOCATION:Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:67d956b281c30f3da01d591c2f24d117 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/67d956b281c30f3da01d591c2f24d117 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T140000Z DTEND:20260614T150000Z SUMMARY:LYT functional yoga Strength + Mobility Flow DESCRIPTION:LYT Strength + Mobility FlowStrength without mobility becomes rigidity.\nMobility without strength becomes instability.\nLYT Strength + Mobility Flow is where both meet and refine one another.\nThis intelligently layered class blends controlled strength training with fluid mobility work to build resilient\, adaptable bodies. Expect purposeful sequencing that challenges muscular endurance while simultaneously increasing joint range of motion and functional control.\nWe move with intention\, not speed.\nThrough dynamic transitions\, controlled tempo work\, and mindful breath integration\, you’ll:\n• Build sustainable full-body strength\n• Increase joint stability and mobility\n• Improve balance and coordination\n• Enhance recovery and injury prevention\n• Develop body awareness under load\nStrength segments may include slow\, controlled holds and progressive variations. Mobility sequences will focus on hips\, shoulders\, spine\, and ankles to support long-term structural health.\nBreath remains the anchor throughout. Steady inhales create expansion. Lengthened exhales maintain nervous system regulation so power never overrides control.\nThis is not a frantic workout.\nIt is disciplined\, focused movement.\n\n CATEGORIES:YOGA/MOVEMENT LOCATION:Top Of Midland\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:73ea53385b96e3bd6955770f2e396a7e URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/73ea53385b96e3bd6955770f2e396a7e END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T150000Z DTEND:20260614T160000Z SUMMARY:Kids Yoga Ages 3-11 DESCRIPTION:\nI offer fun\, family-friendly yoga experiences designed to spark joy and connection. For younger children\, classes become a playful “yoga adventure\,” filled with storytelling\, imaginative movement\, sing-along music\, and light dancing. An invitation for kids (and families) to move\, laugh\, and explore together.\n\nAll classes are 35–45 minutes and include a short\, calming meditation and relaxation to help children unwind and reset. CATEGORIES: LOCATION:Kids Area - Grassy area by lazy river\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:b00c9295c979634a5d97a0fa2a51dba4 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/b00c9295c979634a5d97a0fa2a51dba4 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T150000Z DTEND:20260614T160000Z SUMMARY:Intro to Acro Yoga - Trust\, Strength\, Flight DESCRIPTION:Acro Yoga - Rob & Sam info to come \;\n\nBlending yoga\, strength and partner connection in a fun\, supportive environment. Focusing on safe progressions\, clear communication\, and the core takeaway: building balance through trust and presence. \n\n CATEGORIES:ACRO LOCATION:Top Of Midland\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:e04e7eab36be30aeb00a8dc6c862b4a8 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/e04e7eab36be30aeb00a8dc6c862b4a8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T150000Z DTEND:20260614T190000Z SUMMARY:Lunch Pick up of Pre- Orders DESCRIPTION:🥗 Lunch Pick-Up – Pre-Orders from Nearme CafĂŠ 🍴\nIf you pre-ordered lunch from Nearme CafĂŠ\, your meal will be ready for pick-up.\n🕛 Pick-Up Time: 11am-1pm\n📍 Location: Cabana 15\nPlease bring your confirmation email or name used to place the order.\nThank you for supporting local and fueling your fest day with nourishing\, delicious food from Nearme CafĂŠ! 💚 CATEGORIES:FOOD LOCATION:Nearme Cafe\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:757b832adbd0de0f7958dd53b3e31316 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/757b832adbd0de0f7958dd53b3e31316 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T150000Z DTEND:20260614T160000Z SUMMARY:Lunch Pick up of Pre- Orders DESCRIPTION:🥗 Lunch Pick-Up – Pre-Orders from Nearme CafĂŠ 🍴\nIf you pre-ordered lunch from Nearme CafĂŠ\, your meal will be ready for pick-up.\n🕛 Pick-Up Time: 11am-1pm\n📍 Location: Cabana 15\nPlease bring your confirmation email or name used to place the order.\nThank you for supporting local and fueling your fest day with nourishing\, delicious food from Nearme CafĂŠ! 💚 CATEGORIES:FOOD LOCATION:Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:d6a5b7d4957f7b1ab82d10f9381c9bce URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/d6a5b7d4957f7b1ab82d10f9381c9bce END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T150000Z DTEND:20260614T160000Z SUMMARY:May All Beings Be Happy: A Kundalini Heart Awakening DESCRIPTION:This Kundalini Yoga experience is devoted to expanding compassion\, dissolving separation\, and awakening the heart’s natural radiance. Through breathwork\, mantra\, movement\, and meditation\, we clear emotional blocks and elevate our frequency so happiness and healing extend beyond ourselves into the collective. Come move\, breathe\, and align with the intention: may all beings everywhere be happy\, free\, and at peace.\n\n\n\n\n CATEGORIES:KUNDALINI YOGA/ MOVEMENT LOCATION:Wavepool\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:97eb40291adf39efd5c06af6b35cca56 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/97eb40291adf39efd5c06af6b35cca56 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T150000Z DTEND:20260614T160000Z SUMMARY:Metta "Loving Kindness" Meditation DESCRIPTION:This meditation is rooted in the ancient Buddhist practice of Loving-Kindness\, known in Pali as Metta Bhavana\, meaning “the cultivation of boundless goodwill.” For centuries\, practitioners have used this simple yet profound method to soften the heart\, dissolve resentment\, and awaken compassion as a lived experience rather than an idea.\nAt its core\, this meditation uses five intentional phrases that are repeated gently\, like planting seeds in the soil of the mind. The practice traditionally moves in widening circles:\nOurselvesSomeone we love or feel gratitude towardSomeone neutralSomeone difficultAll beings everywhereWe begin with ourselves because compassion cannot authentically extend outward if it does not first take root within. From there\, the heart expands gradually\, including those who are easy to love and eventually those who challenge us. The practice culminates in extending loving-kindness to all beings without exception\, dissolving the illusion of separation.\nThe classic phrases often sound like:\n• May I be safe.\n• May I be healthy.\n• May I be peaceful.\n• May I live with ease.\n• May I be free.\nThese phrases are then adapted as the focus shifts:\n“May you be safe…”\n“May you be peaceful…”\n“May all beings be free…”\nThe wording is flexible. What matters most is the sincerity behind it. The phrases can be tailored to reflect what feels authentic and aligned\, as long as they arise from a genuine place of care and goodwill.\nThis practice can be:\n• A focused five-minute daily reset\n• A full hour of deep heart cultivation\n• Practiced in one complete arc\n• Or explored one category at a time depending on what the heart needs\nIt is traditionally practiced seated in meditation\, but it can also be done lying down\, walking slowly\, or even integrated into yoga asana or daily life. The beauty of Metta is its accessibility.\nFor seasoned meditators\, it refines and deepens compassion.\nFor beginners\, it offers structure and simplicity.\nOver time\, loving-kindness meditation has been shown to gently shift inner dialogue\, reduce reactivity\, and increase feelings of connection and well-being. Spiritually\, it is said to purify the heart. Practically\, it changes how we show up in the world.\nThis is not about forcing positive emotion. It is about cultivating the intention of goodwill\, even if the feeling follows later.\nOne phrase.\nOne breath.\nOne widening circle at a time. CATEGORIES:MEDITATION LOCATION:Meditation Area\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:4cea48af9c00adc32ef69926396317cc URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/4cea48af9c00adc32ef69926396317cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T150000Z DTEND:20260614T160000Z SUMMARY:EFT tapping with Ho’ponopono DESCRIPTION:🌀 Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) & Ho’oponopono: Clearing Energy\, Cultivating Peace\nExperience the powerful synergy of EFT tapping and the ancient Hawaiian practice of Ho’oponopono in this deeply healing and transformative session. Together\, these tools help you release emotional blocks\, calm the nervous system\, and reconnect with a sense of inner peace and forgiveness.\nEFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) uses gentle tapping on acupressure points while voicing thoughts or emotions\, helping to shift stuck energy and reduce stress. Ho’oponopono\, a sacred Hawaiian mantra practice\, brings healing through four simple phrases: “I’m sorry. Please forgive me. Thank you. I love you.”\n💖 In this session\, you’ll:\nLearn the basics of EFT and how to apply it to everyday stressPractice combining tapping with the heart-opening mantras of Ho’oponoponoClear energetic and emotional blockagesLeave feeling lighter\, calmer\, and more connectedNo experience necessary — just bring an open mind and a willingness to release what no longer serves you.\nCome tap into healing and let your heart remember its natural state: peace\, love\, and wholeness. CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION/LECTURE LOCATION:The Lounge\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:4fd32e9f60e82f4a84d789fb57383862 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/4fd32e9f60e82f4a84d789fb57383862 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T150000Z DTEND:20260614T160000Z SUMMARY:Just This Breath: Being Present with Love and Kindness DESCRIPTION:This practice will include pranayama and metta (loving-kindness) meditation to support presence\, compassion\, and self-care. We will explore ānāpānasati--mindfulness of breath--as a foundation for embodying love\, kindness\, and a shared sense of belonging. \; CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION/LECTURE LOCATION:Holistic Expo Presentations\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:13174659878f846702490a19e06b0daa URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/13174659878f846702490a19e06b0daa END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T150000Z DTEND:20260614T160000Z SUMMARY:Quiet Beneath the Chaos: Deep Stretch + Reset DESCRIPTION:Together we'll flow through a class themed "Find the Quiet Beneath the Chaos" as we explore movement and breath with a practice great \;for all levels\, from the beginner to the experienced yogi. This practice invites you onto the mat to hit the "pause" button on your festival day for a much-needed deep stretch\, as we allow the muscles to relax and lengthen. We will flow through asanas slowly to become more aware and mindful of our own bodies\, to the soundtrack of a themed playlist focused on finding stillness. Options will be given to "make if your own" and tailor this experience to whatever your body is craving. Lean in\, breathe deep\, stretch it out. CATEGORIES:YOGA/MOVEMENT LOCATION:Next to Lodge\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:6941b83143359966f9199fe5285c9a2b URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/6941b83143359966f9199fe5285c9a2b END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T160000Z DTEND:20260614T170000Z SUMMARY:Applying Ahimsa - adapting to a vegetarian lifestyle DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn how to make the transition to a vegetarian/vegan lifestyle with simple swaps in areas of diet\, body care products\, lifestyle choices. Learning to reduce or eliminate animal products to prevent harm to animals\, the environment and human health.  \;Take aways include suggestions for simple daily practices in a handout for swaps to begin making in their diet\, their body products and lifestyle goods. \; CATEGORIES:COMMON LOCATION:The Lounge\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:76bb6555fc02b29b4d2c4561e86ecfe0 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/76bb6555fc02b29b4d2c4561e86ecfe0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T160000Z DTEND:20260614T170000Z SUMMARY:JourneyDanceÂŽ: Collective Rhythm DESCRIPTION:JourneyDanceÂŽ: Collective Rhythm\n\n\nIn yogic philosophy\, connection is not something we force — it’s something we remember.\n\n\nBeneath the noise\, the rushing\, the overthinking\, and the feeling of being separate\, there is a shared rhythm that connects us all: breath\, movement\, music\, presence\, and our shared humanity.\n\n\nThis uplifting JourneyDanceÂŽ experience invites you into that collective rhythm through guided\, choice-based movement designed to awaken joy\, presence\, play\, and connection in an accessible and welcoming way.\n\n\nTogether\, we’ll explore how movement can soften self-consciousness\, bring us into the present moment\, and create a sense of belonging — not through pressure or performance\, but through shared experience.\n\n\nParticipants will be invited to:\n• experience movement as a pathway to connection and shared energy\n• reconnect with joy\, play\, and authentic expression\n• explore how collective movement can support grounding\, openness\, and aliveness\n\nParticipants will leave with:\n• A small heart crystal to carry as a reminder that connection begins within — and expands outward through how we move\, breathe\, and show up together\n• An invitation to attend an online New Moon Ceremony + JourneyDanceÂŽ experience on June 15 to continue exploring connection\, reflection\, and embodied community beyond the festival\nAll movement is invitational and choice-based. No dance experience needed. All are welcome.\n\n CATEGORIES:DANCE LOCATION:Wavepool\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:28c89d35ee57c222013fd8f614cec27b URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/28c89d35ee57c222013fd8f614cec27b END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T160000Z DTEND:20260614T170000Z SUMMARY:Kirtan Camp - Krishna Skies DESCRIPTION:🎶 Kirtan Camp with Scott Moss: Find Your Voice\, Open Your Heart\nStep into the joyful and devotional world of Kirtan — a call-and-response chanting practice rooted in Bhakti yoga\, the yoga of love and devotion. Led by Scott Moss\, this immersive Kirtan Camp invites you to explore sacred sound as a tool for connection\, healing\, and spiritual awakening.\nThrough simple mantras\, rhythm\, and melody\, you’ll experience how Kirtan quiets the mind\, uplifts the spirit\, and opens the heart. Whether you sing\, clap\, play an instrument\, or simply listen\, you’ll be part of a powerful shared vibration of love and unity.\n🕉️ In Kirtan Camp\, you’ll:\nLearn the meaning and pronunciation of foundational mantrasExplore vocal expression and devotional chantingJoin in community music-making — no experience needed!Tap into joy\, stillness\, and a deep sense of presenceAll voices welcome. Come as you are — whether you’re a lifelong chanter or completely new to mantra\, this session will leave you feeling energized\, inspired\, and deeply connected.\n\n\n CATEGORIES:KRITAN LOCATION:Meditation Area\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:9b52e929d9a29491e5c3e0dc32957447 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/9b52e929d9a29491e5c3e0dc32957447 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T160000Z DTEND:20260614T170000Z SUMMARY:Journey Into the Chakra System DESCRIPTION:✨Journey Into the Chakra System- A Discussion and Practice That Will Light Up Your Internal GPS System✨ If you’re like most of us\, there are imbalances\, blockages or behavioral patterns sabotaging your energy\, confidence or grounding\, which manifest as fatigue\, confusion or fear. When this system is in BALANCE we are aligned. CATEGORIES:MOSTLY MEDITATION LOCATION:Next to Lodge\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:ce9fd16b5f4c9c947db77808263c6d0f URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/ce9fd16b5f4c9c947db77808263c6d0f END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T160000Z DTEND:20260614T170000Z SUMMARY:From Class to Community: Building Spaces People Want to Belong To DESCRIPTION:Yoga is no longer just about sequencing a strong flow. It is about creating spaces where people feel seen\, safe\, and connected.\nIn this talk\, Nic shares her journey from teaching classes to cultivating community-centered experiences that foster retention\, loyalty\, and authentic growth. Drawing from her work in accessible vinyasa\, partner yoga\, event creation\, and intentional storytelling\, she explores what truly keeps students coming back — and how teachers can evolve from instructors into space holders.\nThis session is for teachers\, studio owners\, and facilitators who want to:\n• Deepen student retention through connection\n• Create experiences beyond the mat\n• Align brand voice with lived values\n• Build community without burnout\n• Lead with authenticity instead of comparison\nParticipants will leave with reflection prompts\, actionable ideas\, and a renewed sense of purpose in how they show up as leaders in their spaces.\n\n\n\n CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION/LECTURE LOCATION:Holistic Expo Presentations\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:62803447eb4e7c1079fe1b5a5aee58c8 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/62803447eb4e7c1079fe1b5a5aee58c8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T160000Z DTEND:20260614T170000Z SUMMARY:Chakra Healing Through Yin & Reiki DESCRIPTION:Chakras are pivotal energy centers that guide us through our every day experiences\, from grounding to connecting with our highest selves. Tapping into these centers through specific Yin postures\, releases energy blockages and opens up these energy powerhouses to bring us back to our truth. Hands on Reiki during Yin brings an extra boost of energetic healing to the mind\, body\, and soul connection to leave you feeling your most authentic self. Learn what each Chakra represents\, how you can incorporate this practice on your mat\, and in your day to day experience. Students will also takeaway a small chakra focused\, reiki-infused gift CATEGORIES:YOGA/MOVEMENT LOCATION:Top Of Midland\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:06129b81e1e6bace1687659072fe2dbd URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/06129b81e1e6bace1687659072fe2dbd END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T170000Z DTEND:20260614T180000Z SUMMARY:Sabai & Stretch Class DESCRIPTION:Sabai-In Thai\, sabai (สบาย) means to be happy\, relaxed\, or at ease. The phrase can describe a state of being\, a comfortable feeling\, or a general sense of well-being. When repeated as "sabai sabai\," it intensifies the meaning to "everything is chill\," "not a care in the world\," or "easygoing". \;\n\n Sabai & Stretch\nClass will start with Wai Kru\, or prayer\, to give thanks to The Father Doctor and all of those who came before us. Once completed and partners are chosen students will then be lead through 8-10 assisted stretches. Both the giver and reciever will benefit from this however\, once the sequence is completed roles will be switched\; the giver will become the reciever and vise versa. The sequence will then be repeated. Class will end with a moment of gratitude for our partner's\, our teachers\, and the yoga community as a whole.\n\n\nWe are all able to stretch and take time for ourselves\, but sometimes we do in fact need a little help from our friends. This class is about bringing people together\, and remembering that we are always stronger together.\n\n\n CATEGORIES:COMMON LOCATION:Top Of Midland\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:ca4110fd7d66cc6bbaee7e6ec6e117d2 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/ca4110fd7d66cc6bbaee7e6ec6e117d2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T170000Z DTEND:20260614T180000Z SUMMARY:We ground to stand tall DESCRIPTION:When we intentionally settle and relax the mind\, we are not becoming passive. We are becoming steady.\nA restless mind pulls the body with it. Shoulders creep upward. Jaw tightens. Breath shortens. Posture collapses or strains. The nervous system stays braced\, as if something might happen at any moment.\nBut when the mind softens\, the body reorganizes.\nThe breath deepens.\nThe spine lengthens naturally.\nThe feet root more firmly.\nThe muscles engage without gripping.\nRelaxation is not weakness. It is efficient strength.\nIn yoga philosophy\, when the fluctuations of the mind begin to quiet\, we move closer to clarity and alignment. The internal noise that creates tension fades\, and what remains is steadiness. This steadiness allows us to stand tall not from force\, but from integration.\nOn the mat\, that may look like a mountain pose that feels grounded yet light. A warrior that is stable without strain. A balance pose that feels focused rather than frantic.\nOff the mat\, it becomes emotional resilience.\nWhen the mind is settled:\n• We respond instead of react.\n• We speak with intention instead of impulse.\n• We move through challenge without collapsing or hardening.\nRelaxing the mind builds an inner vertical line\, a sense of dignity and calm strength that supports us in conversations\, decisions\, and stress.\nWe stand tall because we are not fighting ourselves internally.\nWe stand strong because our energy is no longer scattered.\nTrue strength is not tension.\nIt is composure.\nAnd composure begins in a quiet mind.\n\n CATEGORIES:COMMON LOCATION:Meditation Area\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:d4354bec9993b4e68b6ce3c3f6958cff URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/d4354bec9993b4e68b6ce3c3f6958cff END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T170000Z DTEND:20260614T180000Z SUMMARY:Bhagavad Gita DESCRIPTION:📖 The Bhagavad Gita: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Life\nwith Swami Revati\nDive into the timeless teachings of the Bhagavad Gita\, one of the most revered texts in the yogic tradition\, in this heart-opening session led by Swami Revati. Through gentle discourse and reflection\, Swami Revati will guide you through key verses and themes of the Gita — exploring how its spiritual insights can support clarity\, purpose\, and peace in everyday life.\nThis class will weave together philosophy\, story\, and practical application\, inviting you to connect with your own inner wisdom while deepening your understanding of dharma (purpose)\, karma (action)\, and the path of devotion and self-inquiry.\n🕉️ You’ll Explore:\nThe context and core teachings of the Bhagavad GitaHow its messages apply to personal growth and modern challengesSimple practices to embody Gita wisdom in daily lifeSpace for open Q&A and shared reflectionNo prior experience with the text is needed — just an open heart and curious mind.\nCome sit in satsang (gathering in truth) and receive the living wisdom of the Gita through the compassionate lens of Swami Revati. CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION/LECTURE LOCATION:Holistic Expo Presentations\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:4c4132e9b6d8b4293ba598b600229541 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/4c4132e9b6d8b4293ba598b600229541 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T170000Z DTEND:20260614T180000Z SUMMARY:Chakra 101 DESCRIPTION:Discover the basics of the chakra system in this beginner-friendly workshop. You'll learn about the seven main chakras\, what each one represents\, and how they influence your physical\, emotional\, and spiritual well-being. Through simple movement\, breathwork\, and discussion\, this class offers practical tools to bring your energy centers into balance. Perfect for anyone curious about chakras and looking to deepen their mind-body connection. CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION/LECTURE LOCATION:Holistic Expo Presentations\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:5b28f53b2e9446b585ed5bad4f4aaa9a URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/5b28f53b2e9446b585ed5bad4f4aaa9a END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T170000Z DTEND:20260614T180000Z SUMMARY:Signs From Loved Ones in Spirit: Understanding the Psychic ‘Clairs DESCRIPTION:When Spirit Speaks: Understanding Signs\, Synchronicities & The Clairs \;\n \n When someone we love passes\, the connection doesn’t end\, it simply changes form. In this lecture\, psychic medium Tara Grossi will explore the many ways loved ones in spirit may continue to send us signs from repeating numbers and meaningful synchronicities to dreams\, nature symbols\, sensations\, and intuitive impressions.\n Tara will also discuss the intuitive senses known as the psychic “clairs”—including clairvoyance\, clairaudience\, clairsentience\, and claircognizance\, and how these abilities can help us better recognize and understand communication from the spirit world.\n This heartfelt and insightful talk is designed to help you deepen your awareness\, trust your intuition\, and better understand how spirit may already be reaching out to you in ways you may not have realized. \n With compassion\, clarity\, and real-life experiences\, Tara will guide you through signs\, symbolism\, and the subtle ways connection continues beyond physical loss.\n\n CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION/LECTURE LOCATION:Holistic Expo Presentations\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:a37c68e87f6f2391bc85283e5940be04 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/a37c68e87f6f2391bc85283e5940be04 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T170000Z DTEND:20260614T180000Z SUMMARY:Ahimsa Yoga (Non Violence) DESCRIPTION:Ahimsa in ActionNon-Harming as a Living Practice\nWithin the eightfold path outlined in the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali\, the Yamas and Niyamas form the ethical foundation of yoga. They are not rules meant to restrict us\, but guideposts that refine how we relate to ourselves and the world.\nThe very first Yama is Ahimsa.\nOften translated simply as “non-harming\,” Ahimsa invites something much deeper than avoiding violence. It asks us to examine the subtle ways we cause harm through thought\, speech\, and action and to consciously choose compassion instead.\nIn this class\, we will explore how Ahimsa lives inside the physical practice of yoga.\nWhat does non-harming look like on the mat?\nIt looks like:\n• Listening when the body whispers before it has to scream\n• Choosing steadiness over ego\n• Backing off when something feels unstable\n• Letting comparison dissolve\n• Replacing self-criticism with curiosity\nRather than pushing into shapes to prove something\, we soften into awareness. We practice honoring our edges without forcing beyond them. We learn to move from self-respect instead of self-judgment.\nAhimsa is self-love in motion.\nAs we move through mindful sequencing\, you’ll be guided to tune into sensation\, breath\, and internal dialogue. The practice becomes less about performance and more about presence.\nWhen we embody non-harming physically\, something shifts off the mat as well. The patience we cultivate with our hamstrings becomes patience with our family. The compassion we offer our tight shoulders becomes compassion in conversation.\nYoga begins with how we treat ourselves.\nThrough breath\, alignment\, and conscious choice\, this class becomes a living meditation on gentleness.\nNot weak.\nNot passive.\nBut powerful in its softness.\nMove kindly.\nListen deeply.\nPractice Ahimsa in your body and in your life. \n\n CATEGORIES:YOGA/MOVEMENT LOCATION:Wavepool\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:e975ea2d20db92b2bfa5c235b3c55330 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/e975ea2d20db92b2bfa5c235b3c55330 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T170000Z DTEND:20260614T180000Z SUMMARY:Fit vinyasa flow DESCRIPTION:This is not your average vinyasa class.\nRooted in traditional Vinyasa yoga\, this challenging strength-based flow blends breath-to-movement sequencing with functional fitness principles inspired by my background in personal training. It’s where mindful yoga and intentional strength training collide.\nExpect:\nStrong\, purposeful flowsCreative transitionsFunctional strength drills woven seamlessly into sequencesCore integration in almost every phaseBalance challenges that build stability and controlOpportunities to slow down\, power up\, and level upWe’ll move through dynamic sun salutations\, intelligent strength-building progressions\, and mobility work designed to support real-life movement. You’ll build endurance\, improve joint stability\, and develop strength that translates beyond your mat — all while staying connected to breath and presence.\nThis class is for students who:\nLove to sweatWant to feel strong and empoweredEnjoy being challenged physically and mentallyAppreciate smart\, intentional sequencingCome ready to move with purpose\, explore your edge\, and leave feeling powerful\, grounded\, and accomplished. CATEGORIES:YOGA/MOVEMENT LOCATION:Next to Lodge\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:5716506676902ffe8de2e52e1a161f0f URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/5716506676902ffe8de2e52e1a161f0f END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T180000Z DTEND:20260614T190000Z SUMMARY:Flow Within: Harmonizing Movement and Stillness DESCRIPTION:In this class\, you’ll embark on a transformative journey that awakens both body and mind. Through dynamic Vinyasa flows\, you’ll build strength\, flexibility\, and energy\, moving with intention and rhythm while connecting deeply to your breath. Then\, as the practice transitions into the restorative stillness of Yin\, you’ll release tension\, quiet your mind\, and dive into profound inner calm. This unique blend of movement and stillness invites you to explore balance\, resilience\, and self-awareness. By the end of class\, you’ll feel energized yet grounded\, empowered yet peaceful\, carrying a sense of harmony and presence off the mat and into your everyday life. Flow within and discover the strength in stillness and the serenity in motion. CATEGORIES:COMMON LOCATION:Meditation Area\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:aa20f085caca322c2e4c0ccbf72b8497 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/aa20f085caca322c2e4c0ccbf72b8497 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T180000Z DTEND:20260614T190000Z SUMMARY:Sanctuary: A Slow Nervous System Journey DESCRIPTION:Stress-Relieving Slow Flow\nActivating the Parasympathetic Nervous System\nThis class is a deliberate exhale.\nDesigned to calm the stress response and gently activate the parasympathetic nervous system\, this slow flow invites the body out of fight-or-flight and into rest-and-restore. Through unhurried movement\, extended exhales\, and mindful transitions\, we create the conditions for safety in the body.\nWhen the breath slows\, the heart follows.\nWhen the pace softens\, the mind steadies.\nIn this practice\, you can expect:\n• Slow\, intentional sequencing\n• Emphasis on lengthening the exhale\n• Gentle spinal waves and grounded standing work\n• Longer holds to encourage muscular release\n• Simple breath ratios to stimulate vagal tone\nThe focus is not intensity. It is regulation.\nBy synchronizing breath and movement at a calm tempo\, we signal to the nervous system that it is safe to downshift. Cortisol levels begin to lower. Muscular guarding eases. Digestion and immune function receive the green light to operate optimally.\nThis is the yoga of recalibration.\nPerfect for anyone feeling overwhelmed\, overstimulated\, or simply in need of a nervous system reset\, this class meets you exactly where you are. No pushing. No rushing. Just steady\, grounded awareness.\nYou will leave feeling:\n• Clearer\n• More regulated\n• Physically lighter\n• Mentally quieter\nSometimes the most powerful thing we can do is slow down enough to let the body remember how to heal.\nCome move gently.\nCome breathe deeply.\nCome restore.\n\n CATEGORIES:COMMON LOCATION:Next to Lodge\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:b801cd6bb3cdcefa49d1ba2758a259c4 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/b801cd6bb3cdcefa49d1ba2758a259c4 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T180000Z DTEND:20260614T190000Z SUMMARY:Embodied Courage: Somatics\, Nervous System Safety & Spiritual Practice DESCRIPTION:In a world shaped by chronic stress\, trauma exposure\, and social division\, yoga must move beyond performance and return to embodiment. This lecture explores how nervous system literacy and somatic awareness deepen yoga as a spiritual practice—supporting safety\, agency\, and authentic expression.\n\n\nTopics include nervous system regulation in modern yoga spaces\, the difference between intensity and regulation\, trauma-informed language as spiritual integrity\, and how “rooting” creates sustainable expansion. Participants will learn accessible nervous system mapping\, experience brief somatic practices\, and leave with a practical framework for integrating somatics into personal practice or teaching.\n\n\n\n\n CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION/LECTURE LOCATION:The Lounge\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:bde2056f14c41142dbdd489d7c879586 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/bde2056f14c41142dbdd489d7c879586 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T180000Z DTEND:20260614T190000Z SUMMARY:TBD DESCRIPTION:📖 The Bhagavad Gita: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Life\nwith Swami Revati\nDive into the timeless teachings of the Bhagavad Gita\, one of the most revered texts in the yogic tradition\, in this heart-opening session led by Swami Revati. Through gentle discourse and reflection\, Swami Revati will guide you through key verses and themes of the Gita — exploring how its spiritual insights can support clarity\, purpose\, and peace in everyday life.\nThis class will weave together philosophy\, story\, and practical application\, inviting you to connect with your own inner wisdom while deepening your understanding of dharma (purpose)\, karma (action)\, and the path of devotion and self-inquiry.\n🕉️ You’ll Explore:\nThe context and core teachings of the Bhagavad GitaHow its messages apply to personal growth and modern challengesSimple practices to embody Gita wisdom in daily lifeSpace for open Q&A and shared reflectionNo prior experience with the text is needed — just an open heart and curious mind.\nCome sit in satsang (gathering in truth) and receive the living wisdom of the Gita through the compassionate lens of Swami Revati. CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION/LECTURE LOCATION:Holistic Expo Presentations\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:5642dd0cea0fc000e764ff0b2a48fbb2 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/5642dd0cea0fc000e764ff0b2a48fbb2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T180000Z DTEND:20260614T190000Z SUMMARY:Arm Balancing 101 DESCRIPTION:💪 Arm Balancing 101: Strength\, Focus & Flight\nCurious about arm balances but not sure where to start? This empowering workshop-style class will break down the fundamentals of arm balancing\, helping you build the strength\, technique\, and confidence to take flight.\nFrom foundational poses like Crow (Bakasana) to accessible transitions\, you’ll learn how to engage your core\, activate the right muscles\, and overcome fear with proper alignment and support. Whether you’re working toward your first arm balance or refining your form\, this class is designed to meet you where you are.\n🧘‍♂️ You’ll Explore:\nKey muscle engagement and warm-upsSafe entry and exit strategiesBreathwork for balance and calmBeginner-friendly balances and modificationsCome ready to challenge yourself\, have fun\, and maybe surprise yourself with what you’re capable of!\nAll levels welcome — no need to already “have” an arm balance to join. Just bring your curiosity and a willingness to play. CATEGORIES:YOGA/MOVEMENT LOCATION:Top Of Midland\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:d6b5cbc01d4cfba0e9bc3f22d1dcb02a URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/d6b5cbc01d4cfba0e9bc3f22d1dcb02a END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T180000Z DTEND:20260614T190000Z SUMMARY:Open to Grace: Anusara-inspired™ DESCRIPTION:Anusara\, a school of Hatha yoga\, is a heart-centered practice with a firm foundation in alignment and awareness of muscular and organic energy. Enjoy a traditional class that includes learning the Invocation\, pranayama\, a mixed-level sequence\, and meditation. Students will receive a printed guide with translation of the Invocation. \; CATEGORIES:YOGA/MOVEMENT LOCATION:Wavepool\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:b3e3760dca23aebcc66211db042685c6 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/b3e3760dca23aebcc66211db042685c6 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T190000Z DTEND:20260614T200000Z SUMMARY:Yoga & Twerkshop DESCRIPTION:A playful\, high-vibe fusion of yoga flow and empowering movement. This juicy yoga + twerkshop blends hip-opening sequences\, deep core activation\, and rhythmic booty-shaking to help you connect to your body\, build confidence\, and move with unapologetic freedom. Come ready to sweat\, laugh\, and tap into your wild\, radiant energy - all levels welcome. \;\n\nNote: I have taught this class before at a spiritual festival! It was so much fun and both genders - A lot of laughter. If this is not your vibe\, I created another ceremony I can offer. I am also open to teaching both as well. Thanks so much!! CATEGORIES:COMMON LOCATION:Top Of Midland\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:d7a5b2a802a81a5bdd6656c56839b332 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/d7a5b2a802a81a5bdd6656c56839b332 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T190000Z DTEND:20260614T200000Z SUMMARY:Thai Foot Massage DESCRIPTION:Thai Foot Massage\nClass will start with Wai Kru\, or prayer\, to give thanks to The Father Doctor and all of those who came before us. Once completed students will follow along a self administered foot massage based on Ruesi Dat Ton and Thai massage techniques. After the foot massage the class will use acupressure tools to press into 27 pressure points on the sole of the foot. Oil\, Thai Balm and tools will be provided to students. The oil and balm will be theirs to take home. TOOLS MUST BE RETURNED \;AT THE END OF CLASS.\n\n\nPain and dysfunction is all too common these days\, but most people avoid the base of it. Our feet are everything. They are our connection to the Earth and what carries us wherever we may go. They should be treated with care\, and pampered daily. Always remember\, a happy sole is a happy soul! CATEGORIES:THAI MASSAGE LOCATION:Holistic Expo Presentations\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:1c41dccbb091d8c8850a440bc83b6ced URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/1c41dccbb091d8c8850a440bc83b6ced END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T190000Z DTEND:20260614T200000Z SUMMARY:Sun Saluation & Pranayama DESCRIPTION:This class returns us to the foundations of Vinyasa Yoga: our Sun Salutations. After a gentle warm-up\, we’ll break down each movement\, building strength\, awareness\, and fluidity as we create a seamless flow.\nOnce the body is warm and energized\, we’ll shift our focus to breathwork\, practicing pranayama techniques designed to balance our energy and guide us into a deeper\, more centered state of meditation CATEGORIES:YOGA/MOVEMENT LOCATION:Meditation Area\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:ddd4176f090c74fb3db7a48e8270bad3 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/ddd4176f090c74fb3db7a48e8270bad3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T190000Z DTEND:20260614T200000Z SUMMARY:Sunday Funday Happiest Hour Yoga DESCRIPTION:Sunday Funday - Happiest Hour Yoga Party by the Wave Pool 11am  \;  \;  \;  \;All Levels All welcOMe Yoga flow designed to be one of the Happiest Hours of your day\, weekend or even perhaps your Life! Allow yourself to connect through breath and movement in a fun and playful way. Allow yourself to be surrounded and fully immersed in all the elements Water\, Earth\, Ether(space)\, Air and Fire 🌞 and finish with a nice Savasana feeling balanced\, complete and blissful. CATEGORIES:YOGA/MOVEMENT LOCATION:Wavepool\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:9aa0a23ac286e1e01a3c37f55f759ee9 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/9aa0a23ac286e1e01a3c37f55f759ee9 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T190000Z DTEND:20260614T200000Z SUMMARY:Yours\, Truly: A Self-Love Yoga Experience Rooted in Empowerment and Emotional Grounding DESCRIPTION:Sarah will begin the class with an introduction to a grounding breathwork technique to settle the mind and nervous system\, followed by a guided meditation. From there\, students will be led through a heart-opening slow-flow designed to cultivate awareness in the body\, listening to what they body is asking for and delivering on what it needs in the moment. Sarah will leave students with a journaling prompt to write a love letter to themselves\, describing their strengths\, what they love about who they are\, and offering compassion to themselves for anything they may be struggling with. CATEGORIES:YOGA/MOVEMENT LOCATION:Next to Lodge\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:aee501c20461c77533ee7a4ff900dac0 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/aee501c20461c77533ee7a4ff900dac0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T200000Z DTEND:20260614T210000Z SUMMARY:Harmonic Mindfulness Soundbath DESCRIPTION:The Harmonic Mindfulness Soundbath \;is a 75 minute deep listening and meditation experience designed to promote relaxation\, emotional release\, and inner healing. The session begins with a listening meditation on the sounds of the space around us and the sounds within\, where we will learn mindful listening techniques which can be used anywhere and at anytime - turning any soundscape into a meditation. \nA pre-recorded ambient bed—featuring NTHNL’s original field recordings and binaural beats—gently calms the nervous system and quiets the mind. Over this evolving soundscape\, NTHNL performs live on a variety of wind instruments\, guiding participants into deeper states of consciousness through soothing\, immersive sound. The practice takes around 75 minutes and is in the form of a highly intentional and choreographed healing composition which journeys through different musical spaces to assist with the journeys within. \;\n\n\n CATEGORIES:COMMON LOCATION:Top Of Midland\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:45332982ce75590256c9a0412c22659d URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/45332982ce75590256c9a0412c22659d END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T200000Z DTEND:20260614T210000Z SUMMARY:Tune Your Frequency: Flow\, Yin & Sound DESCRIPTION:This vinyasa-to-yin practice blends mindful movement\, deep stretch\, and sound healing. Begin with a flowing vinyasa sequence to awaken the body and circulate energy\, then transition into grounding Yin postures to release tension. The class concludes with a crystal bowl sound bath using vibration and frequency to support chakra alignment\, relaxation\, and energetic balance.\n\n\n\n\n CATEGORIES:COMMON LOCATION:Next to Lodge\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:2d3580f09658266c2d926bce37f7aaee URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/2d3580f09658266c2d926bce37f7aaee END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T200000Z DTEND:20260614T210000Z SUMMARY:Reset\, Reclaim\, Play: A Guided Embodiment Experience DESCRIPTION:This Guided Embodiment experience invites participants to step out of autopilot and reconnect with their body\, confidence\, and self-expression through movement\, curiosity\, and play.\n\n\nBlending mindset\, guided exploration\, and simple movement prompts\, the session creates space to reset patterns of tension and self-consciousness\, reclaim a more natural and expressive way of moving\, and rediscover the ease\, playfulness\, and sensual presence that often get lost over time.\n\n\nThrough light\, optional interaction and an “adult recess” approach to movement\, participants are invited to explore without pressure to perform\, allowing confidence and expression to emerge naturally.\n\n\nParticipants will leave with a simple “Reset\, Reclaim\, Play” practice they can use daily to reconnect with their body\, shift out of self-consciousness\, and bring more confidence\, presence\, and playful self-expression into their everyday life. CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION/LECTURE LOCATION:Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:7514acc1433fe9d5e75b8e541dcb7a45 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/7514acc1433fe9d5e75b8e541dcb7a45 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T200000Z DTEND:20260614T210000Z SUMMARY:Vinyasa through the Chakras DESCRIPTION:Chakra Alignment FlowMovement • Mantra • Energy Awareness\nThis intentional flow is a moving meditation through the body’s energetic landscape.\nRooted in the traditional chakra system described in yogic philosophy and referenced in texts like the \;Hatha Yoga Pradipika\, this practice explores the seven primary energy centers as pathways for awareness\, balance\, and transformation.\nEach section of class will focus on one chakra through:\n• Targeted asana (postures that stimulate that energetic region)\n• Breathwork to direct prāṇa\n• Specific bija mantras (seed sounds)\n• Intentional affirmations\nWe begin at the foundation.\nMuladhara – Root Chakra\nGrounding postures such as malasana and warrior variations.\nMantra: LAM\nTheme: Safety\, stability\, belonging.\nSvadhisthana – Sacral Chakra\nHip-opening flows and fluid transitions.\nMantra: VAM\nTheme: Creativity\, emotion\, pleasure.\nManipura – Solar Plexus Chakra\nCore activation and strengthening sequences.\nMantra: RAM\nTheme: Confidence\, personal power.\nAnahata – Heart Chakra\nBackbends and expansive chest openers.\nMantra: YAM\nTheme: Compassion\, connection.\nVishuddha – Throat Chakra\nShoulder openers and breath-centered holds.\nMantra: HAM\nTheme: Expression\, truth.\nAjna – Third Eye Chakra\nBalance postures and inward gaze.\nMantra: OM\nTheme: Intuition\, insight.\nSahasrara – Crown Chakra\nSeated meditation and stillness.\nSilent awareness.\nTheme: Unity\, higher consciousness.\nThe mantras are woven gently into the rhythm of the flow\, creating vibration that resonates not only physically\, but energetically. Sound\, breath\, and movement combine to guide prāṇa upward through the subtle body.\nThis class is accessible yet layered\, making it meaningful for both newer practitioners and seasoned yogis seeking deeper energetic awareness.\nExpect:\n• Fluid transitions with clear energetic intention\n• Guided mantra repetition\n• Thoughtful sequencing aligned with each chakra\n• A final integration in savasana to harmonize the system\nThis is not just a physical practice. It is an internal alignment.\nMove with awareness.\nChant with intention.\nLeave feeling balanced from root to crown. ✨\n\n CATEGORIES:YOGA/MOVEMENT LOCATION:Wavepool\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:600c63e811ef0d0ea2c8e34e63ee3096 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/600c63e811ef0d0ea2c8e34e63ee3096 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T200000Z DTEND:20260614T210000Z SUMMARY:Yoga for Witches and Ethereals DESCRIPTION:Leave this yoga class feeling beautiful\, powerful\, light and care-free. Unlock the strength and magic that lies inside of your soul. \;\n\n\nLearn powerful chanting that will vibrate your body and soul to bring you closer to yourself and to nature. \;\n\n\nExperience a type of yoga that is fluid\, dance-like\, and a little bit devious. Learn to enhance your practice with herbal incense\, sage\, sound\, and creativity. \; CATEGORIES:YOGA/MOVEMENT LOCATION:Meditation Area\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:d0444855898e1bf32d3f10bd7e5e70a9 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/d0444855898e1bf32d3f10bd7e5e70a9 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260521T083743Z DTSTART:20260614T210000Z DTEND:20260614T214500Z SUMMARY:Closing of The Festival DESCRIPTION:\n CATEGORIES: LOCATION:Top Of Midland\, Montage Mountain Road\, Moosic\, PA\, USA SEQUENCE:0 UID:19494eaa8ea5d1053d967e882a3f3b33 URL:http://nepayogafest2026a.sched.com/event/19494eaa8ea5d1053d967e882a3f3b33 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR