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• When: Wednesday September, 27-Friday September, 29, 2023

• Where: The Christine Center in Willard, Wisconsin

• Tuition: $377

• Meals: $97

• Lodging: Price varies. You choose HERE and let us know your choice.

• 2 spots left as of 9/12

Come and release stagnant, anxious energy in your body's energy field. Through a powerful combination of Breathwork, Soma Yoga, and Guided Relaxation Practice, you will renew your life force and let go of those pesky, old patterns that compulsively repeat themselves as painful experiences.

The practices combine ancient wisdom with modern science. Experience the transformational power of breathwork in a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment.

During the retreat, you will connect with like-minded individuals on a journey to healing and personal growth.

Goodbye to sleepless nights and racing thoughts. Our breathwork techniques will guide you into deep relaxation, soothe your nervous system and melt away anxiety and stress.

You'll emerge from The Breathe Release it All Retreat feeling rejuvenated and ready to face each day with renewed vitality.

The retreat will take place at The Christine Center in Willard. Secluded and quiet, on 125 acres of land, the center provides a nurturing and supportive environment, perfect for deepening your spiritual practice and making meaningful connections with like-minded souls.

During this retreat, we will meet for six practice sessions over three days; they will be a therapeutic blend of breathwork, Soma Yoga, meditation, and deep relaxation. When not meeting for practices, we will enjoy the woods and good, wholesome home cooking. We intend this retreat to be like a family reunion of like-minded souls, relaxing, connecting, and deepening our spiritual practice.

The accommodations' simplicity allows us to unwind and disconnect from the distractions of everyday life, enabling a deeper connection with ourselves and others. You can share a room or cabin with fellow participants or get a private room. See details below.

The retreat is in the fall, and we are gathering to nourish ourselves before winter and to deepen our practice, so the first class is at 9 AM. The evening class ends at 9:30 PM with a guided relaxation practice that helps ensure everyone sleeps like a baby for deep restorative rest.

THE DETAILS

THE SCHEDULE

ACCOMMODATIONS

You can choose from four types of modest accommodations at the Christine Center. These options include modern and rustic hermitages, guest house rooms, and tent camping spots. The hermitages are unique and simple, providing a peaceful retreat. Both single, double, and triple occupancy options are available to suit your needs.

Detailed description of accommodations HERE. Prices listed HERE. Once you have selected your accommodations, you let me know and I will make the reservation for you and collect the fee from you.

All hermitages are equipped with electricity. The modern hermitages offer the convenience of gas or electric heat, a bathroom with a shower, and a furnished kitchenette. On the other hand, the rustic hermitages provide a comfortable setting with gas or electric heat; one even has a wood stove.

If you prefer guest house rooms, you'll enjoy the comfort of private bathrooms, skylights, and in-floor radiant heating. The Christine Center also offers a handicapped-accessible room for those with specific needs.

Several designated areas are available for those who love camping in late September. Guests staying in the rustic hermitages and campers can access the modern Siloe bathroom and laundry facility.

MEALS

The Christine Center takes pride in offering natural and wholesome meals carefully prepared from scratch. Each dish served is infused with nourishment, reflecting The Christine Center’s dedication to living in harmony with the land.

Their dedication to sourcing locally is evident as many of the vegetables, fruits, bread, honey, maple syrup, and eggs come from nearby farmers. The skilled cooks at the center infuse unique creativity and style into preparing these nurturing dishes with fresh ingredients.

During your stay, you will enjoy six vegetarian meals. Additionally, coffee, tea, and fruit are always available to complement your dining experience. The Christine Center is also more than willing to accommodate any special dietary needs you may have if you inform them in advance.

Please Bring:

• Yoga mat

• 2 Yoga blocks

• Yoga strap

• Meditation cushion.

• The Christine Center does have the above yoga gear available if you don’t have all these items and don’t wish to purchase them. There are also chairs available for the meditations.

At The Christine Center, you sleep deeply far away from the the hustle and bustle of daily life. It’s truly a place to restore and rejuvenate.

TESTIMONIALS

A weekend away at the most beautiful YOGA Retreat in gentle strokes with heartfelt body and breathwork. MARIA SOPHIA TOSO, you are a gifted teacher. And Svein- your blessing practice is still resounding. It was a privilege to join you two. This old body got some new tools for keeping upright, vital, and cared for with delicious food. And this soul was enlivened by the company of other striving souls and filled with gratitude. I highly recommend the next retreat in September. — Linda Bergh, Minneapolis, MN

Four years ago I attended a weekend retreat offered by Maria Toso, where I was taught about breathwork, Soma Yoga, meditation, and deep relaxation as a way to tap into my energy, listen to what my body is telling me, and learn to deal with the triggers that have the potential to throw me off course. It completely changed my life. Actually, the experience and the hard work that followed totally transformed my life and my ability to feel more abundant peace and joy. Maria is offering another local MN retreat in August. If you feel ready to dig deep and add some tools to your toolbelt to help you navigate this life, I'd encourage you to seriously consider jumping in for the weekend. I'll be there as well. Feel free to reach out to me as well, I'd love to share more of my journey and experiences with you! —- Heathere Willoughby, Minnesota

I attended Maria’s yoga/ meditation retreat last weekend- Breathe and release it all. Feeling my feelings and working through them.. blessing them all- One breath a a time. Filled with gratitude Maria and Svein. You two are pure light. Highly recommend. — Iliana Rossell, St Paul, MN

I just went on a the Breathe Release it All Yoga retreat knowing I needed time away from the business of life to focus and just listen. As I stretched and breathed I was reminded of my place in this world. Breath means spirit in many languages, God formed man from earth and breathed life into his lungs. His divine spirit lives in us and the earth we came from shares the same resonance. When I experience this connection my body receives from both and comes into alignment or unity (yoga), I then feel strength to give freely to others. Twelve women that didn’t know each other came together and focused on body alignment, stretching, breath work and meditation. During the breath work, life and love blessings were spoken over us which brought profound healing. We all experienced powerful transformation through this practice, healing wounds from the past and present. Thank you Maria Toso and Svein Berg for creating this environment for us and facilitating this powerful experience. It was such an honor to be part of this practice. — Dawn Dippon, Maplewood