2018 AcroVenture Camp

With The YogaSlackers, Yoga Nature, and the Movement Wizard

The YogaSlackers, Yoga Nature, and the Movement Wizard come together yet again for another special weekend of study, play, and celebration. We'll be under the sun all weekend long with Acro, Slacklining, Yoga, SUP and more on a tucked away lake infused with the magic of serenity.  In the last years we’ve been blessed with rich conversation, fire shows and bonfire songs akin to a summer camp, beyond the limited scope of a class-based festival.  This small and intimate gathering inspires the blossoming of friendships in this community oriented event.  

Workshops will be offered at a variety of skill levels, so that beginners and seasoned practitioners can all walk away happy. 24/7 Access to an indoor pool and hot tub, semi-private instruction, catered meals and so much more will make this a special camp not to be missed!  There will only by 40 tickets available, so act fast to secure your spot.

All Levels Are Welcome.   

All different skill levels are welcome in this event. We promise you will not feel too new or too experienced to truly enjoy it! This weekend will start with a review of the fundamentals, followed by group classes in Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced levels. You will also have the opportunity to enjoy a semi-private lesson in any of the topics covered during the event, providing the perfect opportunity to tailor a practice to your individual needs.

Activities Include

• Morning yoga practice

• Slackline Yoga

• AcroYoga

• Handstand Training

• SUP Acro

• SUP Yoga

• Thai Massage and Flying Therapeutics

• Games and Fun Challenges

Additional Amenities

• Camping Space

• Simple Vegetarian Meals

• 1 Semi-Private Class

• 24hr Indoor Pool and Hot Tub

SAMPLE SCHEDULE

THURSDAY

3:00 PM Doors Open

4:30 - 6:00 PM SUP Paddling w/Jim

6:30 - 8:30 PM  Community Jam

8:30 - 9:00 PM

Welcome Circle

FRIDAY / SUNDAY

8:00 - 9:00 AM Yoga

9:00 - 10:00 AM Breakfast

10:00 - 10:30 AM Group Warm Up

10:30 - 12:00 PM Session 1

12:00 - 1:30 PM Lunch

1:00 - 2:30 PM Session 2

2:30 - 5:00 PM Open Playtime

5:30 - 6:30 PM Dinner

6:30 - 8:00 PM Session 3 + Privates

9:30 ish Bonfire + Hang Time

SUNDAY

8:00 - 9:00 AM Yoga

9:00 - 10:00 AM Breakfast

10:00 - 10:30 AM Group Warm Up

10:30 - 12:00 PM Session 1

12:00 - 1:30 PM Lunch

1:00 - 2:30 PM Session 2 + Privates

2:30 - 3:00 PM Closing Circle

6:00 PM Doors Close

ABOUT THE TEACHING TEAM

YogaSlackers Sam Salwei and Raquel Hernández are lovers of movement. Limitations are a foreign concept to this teaching duo, as they spend their time traveling the world and fulfilling their dreams of being true modern-day nomads. Whether it’s driving coast-to-coast, or hopping on an airplane to travel overseas, the motivation is usually the same: bringing their passion for teaching to students all over the world.

What they lack in square footage for living space, they make up for with the wealth of expertise and knowledge they bring with them. Sam Salwei co-founded the YogaSlackers in 2005, and his passion for Slacklining has only grown since then. He typically can be found aweing crowds with his spectacles at every opportunity. Raquel perfectly complements Sam with her extensive training in Yoga, AcroYoga, Slacklining, and Healing Arts.

What makes this couple truly exceptional is their joint ability to spark in their students the same passion that they share for movement. Together, they create a playful, supportive, disciplined, and energetic environment in which learning comes naturally, and show their students that there is no limit to what they can achieve with a positive attitude and dedication. In fact, after taking enough of Sam and Raquel’s classes, “I can’t” may become as foreign of a concept to you as it is for the YogaSlackers!

Connor Otto, the Movement Wizard, is an eclectic movement artist with a passion for exploring human potential through practices of the body, mind and spirit. He draws upon his 8 years of teaching experience to help students break beyond barriers and ignite a spark of joyful play, cultivating a deeper passion for life. Collecting enough certifications to wallpaper a room, he has trained in AcroYoga, Massage Therapy, the GYROTONIC system and much more. With a background in contact improv, meditation, sacred sexuality, shamanism, and as a traveling performance artist, Connor brings a focus on fluidity, flow and connection. He teaches classes, workshops and private sessions in person, across the world and on-line, offering movement training as well as life, relationship, and sacred sexuality coaching. Connor supports students to build trust in themselves and others in order to live in a state of authentic expression. Together, we can spread love and kindness to co-create a better world.

MORE INFORMATION

Before registering please fully and attentively read through the logistical information that follows, even if it’s not a very satisfying literary endeavor.  If you find yourself with any questions afterwards, please post here or send us a message.  Contact Yoga Nature with any questions that directly correlate with the space and Connor Otto for any other matters.

Connor Otto

Cwotto@gmail.com

734-646-9222

Semi-Privates:  Throughout the course of our time together, each participant will have the opportunity to come together with others that share a common interest for more individualized instruction.  Whether this is acro, yoga, slacklining, therapeutics, juggling, archery, fire spinning, bear wrestling or other topics, we will gather into groups of 5 or 6 and proceed in a way more similar to a private lesson.  Information regarding how to sign up will come in a message post-registration.

SUP: Classes will be available on a first come, first serve basis. Sign-up information will follow your registration and any unclaimed spots will be up for grabs the day of.  In addition to the classes, there will be ample opportunity to take out a board (or kayak) outside of lesson times. We will have safety gear on site, but if you have a life vest of your own support us by bringing it along.

Bodywork: Sessions from Emily Dryzga and Sherryl Perry will be offered at a discounted rate.  You will have the opportunity to reserve a slot after arriving or on the days that follow.

Food:  9 Vegetarian meals will be provided for you and included within the cost.  Coffee and hot water will be out throughout the day and vegan options will always be available.  Bring any supplemental food that you may like to have with you and don’t forgot to bring your own reusable dishes, utensils, water bottle and mug.

Included Meals are:

• Thursday: Dinner

• Friday: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

• Saturday: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

• Sunday: Breakfast and Lunch

Accommodation: We will have plots on site for tent camping as well as slumber-party floor space inside to set up your own little fort and lay down a sleeping bag.

Parking: Carpooling is encouraged as parking will be somewhat limited.   Use this event listing to coordinate rides if you have space to offer in a car or are seeking a seat.  If you are planning to stay off-site, you will still be able to commute in and out.

Amenities:

• Communal dishwashing station and seating for meals.

• Indoor Shower and bathroom access

• 24/7 Access to indoor pool and hot tub

• Indoor communal space with room enough to relax and practice

• Lake

• Collective fire pit (no individual fires)

• Tents to keep us dry and shaded as we play and learn.

• Circus props, frisbees, lawn games and other such toys.  Feel free to supplement this with any favorites from home that you would like to set-up and/or share.  Instruments are welcome and encouraged!

Pricing:

• Until June 30th: $300

• July 1st – event begins: $350

Special teacher pricing: $250 until June 30th, $300 July 1st and after.

Kids 6 and under are free

Kids 7 to 14 are $99.

15+ are full price

If your situation requires, ask about one of our few scholarship tickets but know that there will be strings attached.

Location:

4801 Grover Drive

Brighton, MI 48116

After Grover turns to gravel we are the light gray house at the end of the private drive.

This event is Leave No Trace and DRUG FREE!  Please gather and take home your own trash and recycling, leaving the land better than you found it.

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