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FALL EQUINOX RETREAT

September 18th-21st, 2025

The Horse Shoe Farm

Hendersonville, North Carolina

with Tymi Howard & Candace Blair

The Basics:  All of the Yoga, Sound, Cacao, Gourmet Food, Spa Treatments, Pickle, Cold Plunge, Sauna, Spa and Amenities We Loved! What’s New:  Full Cacao & Sound Ceremony, “Elevate” Swag Bags & Merch Available, Fun New Collaborations with Tymi & Candace, Streamlined Payment Options with ALL Options Easy & Available, & Some Surprises!  Join Tymi Howard & Candace Blair for a luxury retreat at the Horse Shoe Farm, nestled in the mountains of North Carolina. Expect to be inspired & transformed through yoga (Vinyasa, Yin, Kundalini & our “Vindalini” fusion), sound healing, sacred cacao, labyrinth walks and a fire ceremony while luxuriating in the offerings on this beautiful 80 acre ranch in Hendersonville. Your experience includes access to the Ranch Pool, a Pickleball Court, Fishing, Canoes, Walking paths, as well as a continental breakfast, a magnificent lunch buffet & 4-5 Course Gourmet Dinner Service. You will also be able to add-on Spa Treatments at your pleasure. Wallow in Luxury and Elevate: Mind, Body & Spirit We offer this retreat to you with all our love, Tymi & Candace 

Anatomy of Yoga

with Dr. Rose Erin Vaughn

Take your yoga practice to the next level with an immersive weekend of movement science, insight, and embodiment.
 
 Saturday & Sunday, July 12–13
 1:00pm – 4:00pm each day
 8 Yoga Alliance CE Hours
 $75 per session | $125 for both
 
 Topics Covered:
• Breathing, Organs & Systems
• Bones, Joints & Connective Tissue
• The Spine
• Hips, Knees & Feet
• Shoulders, Elbows & Wrists
 
Learn to see and feel the body in a whole new way. Dr. Erin Rose Vaughn brings anatomy to life—making it engaging, fun, and directly applicable to your yoga practice and teaching.

Extreme Yin

with Doctor Rose Erin Vaughn

Saturday, July 12
4:30-6:30pm
Extreme Yin Hip Opening (All levels : 120 minutes)
cost: $45
 
We begin with Pranayama and Sound Purification to prepare the subtle body for this deep journey into the Inner Body.
Asana practice will include a vinyasa warm up with acupressure and meridian stretching followed by select long holds of
postures and a deep relaxation with body scan. This is an opportunity for inward exploration, meditation on the subtle
body and hopefully some new breakthroughs.

Yin & Energetics

with Rachel Squire

Friday, May 30th
6:30pm-8:00pm
eb:$35 |after May 27th: $40

Yin & Energetics is all about slowing down and connecting to the peace within ourselves.

While the world can sometimes feel too fast and noisy, we all have a place of peace within ourselves to come home to.

The intention for this class is to connect us with that peaceful place and give us the tools to return when needed.

What to expect… The return to harmony and balance utilizing gentle qi gong modalities before we slowly walk the mind down into the body for an integrative energetic experience. Allowing the symphony of ambient sound waves to wash through the body effectively redirecting and balancing the flow energy restoring us to our optimal potential. The transcendent soundscape will relax and open us into the awareness or perhaps enable us to determine our next steps in waking reality.
Enjoy the journey
 
A Gongbath is..

The signature Awaken Spanda Gongbath is an integrative healing modality that increases awareness within the whole of our being by supporting emotional, psychological, physiological, and spiritual union.

The gong serves to slow down the brainwaves, bringing you into a deep meditative state which allows the parasympathetic nervous system to enter into its optimal condition for healing. The sound waves induced by the gong penetrate on a physical level to rearrange molecules and break apart any energetic blockages. This is a non-invasive therapy that has the potential to align miracles within your experience and also works beautifully in partnership with other therapies.

These integral gongbath is designed for anyone who may be experiencing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, PTSD, insomnia, dis-ease, acute/chronic pain, fatigue, cancer, addiction and withdrawal symptoms.

As you shift limited conditioning physically, emotionally, and psychologically you will not only feel lighter energetically, but you will begin to navigate life with more confidence and ease. As you integrate the unconscious into conscious awareness through an integral gongbath the possibilities become endless and liberation a reality.

And if you are just simply here for the journey, lets ride…

“We are made of sound and light and our integration is our birthright.”

Benefits of an integral gongbath with Awaken Spanda:

awareness
return to energetic harmony (balance)
activation of the parasympathetic nervous system
deep relaxation
regeneration of the physical body
redirection of energy(chi) flow
relief from anxiety, depression, mental angst
relieves physical pain and suffering
visualization
rejuvenation and recalibration of mind and body
soul growth
self love
enhanced creativity and insight
journeywork
connect to Source (inner wisdom)
strengthen intuition
integration of the whole You

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Awaken!

 Somatic BreathWork

led by Annie Schneider

Friday, June 13th

6:30pm-8:00pm

eb: $35 after June 12th: $45

In this 2-hour workshop, we will be re-connecting to, and re-membering our mind, body
& soul through the transformative practice of Somatic breathwork. In the first 30-min of
our experience, we will be diving into the history of the breath, what somatic breathwork
is, and why/how it works as such a powerful integration healing modality. We will
discuss the technique, structure, and what to expect in your 1-hour journey. After the
first 30-min of the workshop, we will then head into the journey itself, which will be a
guided, inward, and 1-hour long breathwork experience followed by a short & sweet
heart coherence meditation to finish.

We will end with a q+a session, and open the floor
for discussion!

What is somatic breathwork?
Somatic breathwork is an integration modality that aims to re-member (reconnect) the
mind and body through the breath in order to:
1) Restore connection
2) Express with embodiment
3) Activate purpose
Our nervous system bridges the gap between our mind & our body, and the breath
serves as a powerful tool for regulating our nervous system. Emotions are simply
energy in motion, however, modern society, culture, & conditioning has trained & wired
us humans to believe that expressing emotions (especially ones seen as “negative” (i.e.
sadness, frustration, anger, etc.)) is not safe, appropriate, healthy, etc. 

Because energyis neither created nor destroyed, this energy/trauma goes somewhere… 

When wesuppress, repress or numb these emotional experiences, they get stored (stuck) in ourbodies.

The Art of Balance

with Danielle

SINGLE DROP-IN: $40 | ALL FOUR: $140
Meets on Friday: 6:30pm-8:00pm

The Art of Balance workshops are designed to change your mind about balancing on your hands and forearms. Arm balances invite us to connect more deeply with our bodies by building trust, overcoming fear, and embracing playful challenges. They offer an exciting way to add strength and refinement to your practice. These instructional workshops will focus on alignment and technique by breaking down the mechanics of each pose. You will learn step by step ways to enter each pose, creative transitions and modifications, and how to use props to help make arm balances more accessible in your practice.

Arm balances are progressive in nature, with one pose often being the foundation for another. Balance is not something you find, it’s something you create 🤍 Arm balance experience is not required to attend this series. It is welcome to beginners and experienced yogis who are thirsty for knowledge and the opportunity to challenge themselves.

Friday, May 23rd 6:30pm-8:00pm
Flying Crow & Eka Pada Koundinyasana 1

Crows fly & so can you. We will build on our core strength & hip mobility to help navigate moving the legs into these postures. You’ll learn to rebalance yourself on one arm as you engage your lower abdominals to lift one leg into Flying Crow. You’ll also learn how to draw on your inner thigh strength & core to extend your legs in different directions from Side Crow into Eka Pada Koundinyasana 1. Learning to fly is so much fun!

Friday, June 20th 6:30pm-8:30pm
Mayurasana & Pincha Mayurasana

Forearm balances are very challenging, but if you can shift your mind in the approach, you can shift your weight onto your forearms. Learn to strengthen and activate the back and shoulder muscles to help you find lightness on your wrists and forearms. Experiment with blocks to help access these poses, while refining alignment and building strength in the shoulder girdle. You will also learn about the importance of maintaining stability in the pelvis and using the core, glutes and hamstrings to float the legs.

Friday, July 18th 6:30pm-8:30pm
Flying Pigeon & Grasshopper

It’s all about the hips and the twists in these poses. We will continue to build on core strength & hip mobility to help navigate moving the legs into these postures. You will tap into the deep abdominal muscles to help understand their importance in lifting the back leg in Flying Pigeon and how to create a “lock” with your foot to maintain stability. You’ll move through hip openers and twists to increase spinal mobility, while also utilizing the breath allowing for deeper twists through the thoracic spine to help access the rotation to move into Grasshopper. Learn strength building techniques for the shoulders and arm muscles to help increase stability and balance in these poses, and how to incorporate blocks to provide more structure in alignment.

Friday, August 22nd 6:30pm-8:30pm
FireFly (Tittibhasana)

Firefly Pose (Tittibhasana) is as much about hip flexibility and rotation as it is about upper body strength. In this session, we’ll revisit and build on the core and hip mobility techniques introduced in earlier workshops to help us begin to access this shape. We’ll also continue layering in strength building techniques for the shoulders and arms to support stability and balance. The use of blocks will play a key role in creating accessibility and developing confidence in this pose. Since Firefly shares several elements with Crow, we’ll draw on that foundation as we level up our arm balance game.

 

SUNRISE ASHTANGA

with ALEX DANNA

Saturday, June 14th 
6:30am-8:00am
eb:$35 | after June12th:$40
 
In this class, we’ll explore the Ashtanga Primary Series with adaptable options to support your practice. You can expect a rhythmic, breath-led sequence designed to generate heat, enhance endurance, and sharpen concentration. All levels are welcome, with variations offered throughout. About Ashtanga Yoga: Ashtanga Yoga is an energetic and structured style of yoga that follows a traditional sequence of poses. Developed by Sri K. Pattahbi Jois, it emphasizes consistency, mindful movement, and inner discipline through the connection of breath and motion. About Alex: Alex has been practicing yoga since 2012 and received her 200 RYT accreditation in 2014. Currently participating in James Island Yoga’s 300-hour program, she brings a balanced approach that honors tradition while making the practice accessible to all. She aims to create classes that are both grounding and empower

SOMATIC SOUL FLOW

with Stacy Peth

E-RYT® 500, RPYT®, YACEP®

Saturday, May 31st
4:00pm-5:30pm
EB Cost: $35 | after May 27th: $40
 
Join Stacy for a delicious movement practice designed to release tension, promote self-awareness, and foster a sense of embodiment and wholeness. Set to a soulful playlist, this session will enmesh a slow flow with somatic practices; emphasizing fluid, intuitive movement, breathwork, and a deep connection to your body and emotions. Speaking to the body, mind and nervous system, this practice will leave you feeling grounded, intentional and vibrant.

YINNER-

Yin & Plant Based Dinner

with Evan Watson

Friday, June 27th
6:00pm-8:30pm
Cost eb: $44 | 7 days prior to event: $55
 
YINNER is a NOURISHING experience NOT TO BE MISSED.
 
The whole evening will have you nourished, mind, body, spirit, and floating out of the studio ready for a deep restorative slumber 💤
 
You’ll be greeted with a warm cup of herbal tea to help you settle into the experience. The Yin Yoga will focus on deep relaxation through stretch, pranayama and meditation. Gentle physical assists will be offered, to aid in your practice. The practice will conclude with a long savasana guided by #singingbowls 🤍
 
Journal prompts will be provided to reflect on after the practice, and oracle cards to guide your intuition.
 
Come open to receive or with a specific question in mind for the Universe 🙏✨
We’ll circle around together for a warming kitchari dish (iconic #ayurvedicfood to nourish your whole system)

Teaching Pregnant Bodies Yoga

with Stacy Peth E-RYT 500, RPYT, YACEP

 
Saturday, June 7th, 2025
1:30-4:30pm
Cost: eb $75 | after June 1st: $99

This 3-hour prenatal yoga teacher training module offers an introduction to the unique needs of the pregnant population.

Prenatal yoga incorporates yoga postures, meditations and breathwork to encourage a state of centeredness and balance within each stage of pregnancy. As all yoga teachers will encounter pregnant women in their yoga classes, this session is designed to offer and enhance the knowledge and skills to safely guide, modify, and sequence to support both mama and baby throughout pregnancy.

During this training, there will be an opening practice guided by the teacher trainer, followed by discussion and guidelines for teaching as well as information on contraindications and ways to ease discomfort.

The participants will then practice teaching each other, followed by discussion.

The session will close with a guided meditation and time for questions.

“By the end of this foundational training, teachers will have tools to help guide prenatal students through a mindful

and empowering practice.”

Solstice Kundalini Sadhana

with Mystic

Saturday, June 21st
6:30am -8:00am
eb: $35 | after June 18th: $40
 
Celebrate the magic of the Summer Solstice—the longest day of the year and a powerful gateway into the season of light and abundance. Join Mystic for her first class at James Island Yoga, from 6:30–8:00 AM, as we welcome the sun with a soul-stirring Kundalini practice designed to energize, uplift, and align you for the day and season ahead.
 
Through intentional movement, dynamic breathwork, and sacred chanting, we’ll clear stagnant energy, expand awareness, and root ourselves deeply—so we can radiate fully into the joy and vitality of summer.
 
Come rise with the sun and set the tone for a luminous season!

Cacao & Cat Cow

with Grace and Hanna

Saturday, June 21st
4:30pm-6:00pm
eb:$35 | after June19th: $40
 
“As we transition seasons, let’s gather together in jubilation of the excitement and energy that summer brings, while finding balance
in our practice. Herbalist Hanna Livengood will be serving the medicinal plant cacao, and guiding us through a meditation
sitting with spirit of the plant. Then, we will transition to embody the essence of cacao through intentional movement
guided by Grace.
 
In the vein of the Summer Solstice, the asana practice will be a slow and strong vinyasa, intentionally sequenced to meet
the energetics of cacao. “

Little Yogis

Summer Session

with Stacy Peth

M-Th: July 28-31
2:00pm – 3:30pm
$30 drop in/$100 for full series
 
Join us for Little Yogis Summer Session – an inspired kids yoga class plus mindful, creative activities for ages 5-10.
We will incorporate some “play” into our yoga sessions and explore how to mindfully handle all of life’s little lessons.
Further, we’ll explore zen art, chakras, creating our own mantras and more… The active yoga practice is 40+ minutes and will incorporate breathwork, yoga poses, rest and meditation. We’ll break for a healthy snack then delve into our creative selves.
Your child(ren) will leave feeling balanced and ready to relax into the afternoon.
*please send your child with a water bottle and a healthy (not too messy) snack.

SUMMER SOUL RETREAT in BELIZE

with Tymi Howard & Missy White

Yoga in the tropical Caribbean paradise of Belize!

July 16th – 21st, 2025

*ADD YOUR NAME TO THE WAITLIST TODAY!

Call Michelle Hopkins at 877-927-6466

Join Master Yoga Teachers Missy White 500 ERYT and Tymi Howard 500 ERYT, July 16th – 21st, 2025 for a week of yoga, nature,

a giant dose of love, connection, insight and community at the luxury Thatch Caye Resort on a private island in the tropical

Caribbean paradise of Belize! 

What’s included:

Coordination of individual guest needs (i.e., payments, dietary restrictions, room requests, domestic flight booking)

Three chef prepared meals per day and afternoon snack

Round trip domestic flights between Belize City and Dangriga Airport

Round trip boat transfer between Dangriga Airport and Thatch Caye

Two yoga classes per day taught by Missy and Tymi

Yoga equipment included: Yoga Mats and Yoga Blocks

Exclusive use of Kayaks, Paddle Boards, Snorkel Gear, Fishing Poles and other non-motorized island toys

Local alcohol (Hyper Vodka, 5 Barrel Rum, Crystal Light Rum, Coconut Rum & Belizean Rum, local beer and wine)

Taxes & Gratuities

Retreat Price & Deposit Schedule:
Accommodation type 5 nights/6 days (per person, taxes included)
Shared room Cabana – $2,530 USD
Shared room Bungalow – $2,685 USD
Private room Cabana – $3,500 USD
Private room Bungalow – $3,875 USD

*All accommodations have air conditioning

A 50% deposit is due from attendees at time of booking, final payment is due 30 days prior to the retreat

To book contact:

Michelle Hopkins

Travel Specialist

877-927-6466

300-Hour Yoga Alliance Approved Advanced Teacher Training

hosted by James Island Yoga | Charleston, SC

Lead Trainer: Tymi Howard Bender, 500 E-RYT

Ongoing Enrollment – Start Anytime

Unlock Your Potential as a Yoga Teacher

Ready to take your practice and teaching to the next level?

The Manifest Yoga 300-Hour Advanced Teacher Training is a transformational journey for yoga teachers and committed practitioners seeking growth, depth, and mastery. Refine your teaching, expand your toolkit, and connect with your authentic voice.


Program Overview

  • Yoga Alliance Certified (RYT-500 Eligible)
  • Flexible, Self-Paced Format: Complete 12 weekend modules at your own pace
  • Location: James Island Yoga, Charleston, SC (in-person only)
  • Who It’s For: RYT-200 certified teachers and serious practitioners
  • Option to Take Individual Modules: For continuing education or personal study
  • Weekend Schedule (Once per Month)

Fridays: 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Saturdays: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Sundays: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

2025–2026 Module Dates

2025: June 6–8, July 11–13, August 8–10, September 12–14, October 24–26, November 21–23, December 12–14

2026: January 23–25, February 27–March 1, March 20–22, April 17–19, May 22–24, June 26–28, July 24–26, August 21–23, September 25–27, October 23–25

What You’ll Learn

  • Advanced asana, sequencing, and assisting
  • Yoga philosophy, history, and subtle body science
  • Ayurveda, Yin Yoga, Myofascial Release, Thai Yoga, Acupressure
  • The business of yoga: branding, marketing, workshop creation
  • Holistic wellness: nutrition, music, psychotherapy-informed teaching
  • Meet Your Teachers

Led by Tymi Howard Bender, 500 E-RYT, and supported by guest faculty from around the globe. Each instructor brings thousands of hours of expertise to help you grow with clarity, confidence, and authenticity.

Certification

RYT-500 Certification upon completion

Must attend required in-person hours, complete homework, and submit all assignments

Investment

  • Deposit: $300 (non-refundable, secures your spot)
  • Option 1 – Pay in Full: $300 deposit + $4,500 tuition
  • Option 2 – Payment Plan: $300 deposit + 10 monthly payments of $500

Please note: All deposits, fees, and tuition payments are non-refundable and non-transferable.

How to Apply

  1. Schedule your one-on-one application meeting with Tymi (Zoom or in person).
  2. Email: tymi.howard@gmail.com

    Subject line: 300 Hour YTT Application

Questions?

Reach out with any questions or to discuss if this training is right for you. We’re here to support your unique journey.

200-Hour Manifest Yoga Teacher Training

Charleston, South Carolina | Fall 2025 Session

Hosted at James Island Yoga

With Tymi Howard Bender & Guest Faculty

Training Dates:

Duration: 4-Month Fast-Paced Intensive (8 Weekend Modules)

Start: Friday, September 26, 2025

Graduation: Sunday, December 14, 2025

Weekend Schedule:

Fridays: 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Saturdays: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (occasional 6 AM start)
Sundays: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Training Weekends:

Sept 26–28

Oct 3–5, 17–19, 24–26

Nov 14–16, 21–23

Dec 5–7, 12–14

What to Expect:

Step into your power, discover your purpose, and elevate your yoga journey. Led by renowned teacher Tymi Howard Bender, this Yoga Alliance-certified training blends modern techniques with deep roots in ancient yogic traditions. You’ll explore not only Vinyasa, Hatha, Yin, and Pranayama, but also holistic practices such as Ayurveda, Myofascial Release, Nutrition, and more.

Expect rich exploration in:

  • Yoga Teaching Techniques
  • Meditation & Journaling
  • Biomechanics, Assisting, & Adjusting
  • Yoga Philosophy & Ethics (Yoga Sutras, Hatha Yoga Pradipika)
  • Anatomy & Physiology (including energetic systems)
  • The Business of Yoga
  • Practice Teaching with Peer & Instructor Feedback

Graduates are eligible for 200-hour RYT certification with Yoga Alliance.

Investment:

 – Option 1 – Payment Plan:

$300 non-refundable deposit

4 monthly payments of $750

Total: $3,300

– Option 2 – Pay in Full:

$300 non-refundable deposit + $2,700

Total: $3,000

All fees and deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Graduation Requirements:

  • Attendance of all required contact hours
  • Completion of homework, practice teaching, and virtual/non-contact hours
  • Full payment of tuition
  • Consistent attendance & professionalism expected
 

A retreat for wild, wonderful women looking to gather in community.

“RISE AND SHINE”

WOMENS ONLY LUXURY RETREAT

February 10th-15th

Imiloa Institute, Costa Rica

with Tymi Howard & Candace Blair

We offer this retreat to you with all our love,
Tymi & Candace. Full details on tymihoward.com or soulfiresocial.com