We sit within a conundrum of seasonality, as the Earth, amid in between, reflected upon inner and outer landscapes. A wondering: can we just be? As we are. As it is. Spaciously. No need to rush, to hurry, to worry. Here. Here. Here. Now. Now. Now. Drop in. Drop in. Drop in. In body. In breath. Intently. Listening. Listening. Listening. Honoring. One more heart beat. One more breath. Vital depths, before a slow unfurling.
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Join Vibrational Designer Sarah Rigano of FORM + LIGHT (@formandlight) in co-creation with Hamptons-based, guest “In Resonance” Yoga and Radiant Living Teacher Erika Halweil (@erikahalweil), upon the lands of SkyRise Farm (@skyrisefarm), for “THE DEEPENING,” an immersive morning practice honoring the liminality of early Spring.
We will begin our time together upon the land- grounding, acknowledging and resourcing from depths of feeling and belief as guided by Sarah and supported by rising, Equinox Earth energies through a meditative journey, energy clearing and elemental blessing.
From this space we will move into the Haymow Studio seasonally set for Erika’s practice of gentle, grounding movement and embodied breath. This offering, designed to create time and space for presence- descending from the mind, into the heart, consciously anchoring this frequency deep into the Earth.
Our collective intention: to come together as a community of care, slow and tender, embodied and present, aligned in an embrace of exactly what is as enough, and naming enough as the most powerful thing.
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This is an intimate, pre-ticketed group journey to allow for absolute connection and presence amonst practitioners and guests. Thus, as we are deeply aware of the present economic environment and the myriad of monetary realities faced by our diverse community, one opening is available for the program for an individual called to this work, but perhaps unable to accommodate the financial exchange asked at this time. Please reach out to Sarah directly for confidential consideration srigano@gmail.com.
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ABOUT ERIKA HALWEIL
Erika Halweil has been practicing yoga since 1993. After exploring several styles of asana, she was led to Ashtanga Yoga. Immediately captivated by this extraordinarily supportive, cleansing and clarifying practice, she integrated its system and sequencing into her teachings. Her experiential understanding of yoga and her vast knowledge and multi-disciplinary studies of the human body, breath and mind, including nutrition (with a degree from NYU), anatomy and physiology, Ayurveda and Reflexology allows for her classes, immersions and retreats to be beautiful blends of the wisdom she has gathered over the past 28 years.
Erika hopes to encourage everyone to commit to making some aspect of yoga practice an integral and lasting part of their daily life. She believes that these ancient techniques reveal our true nature of pure, absolute awareness, spaciousness and bliss. She feels yoga offers a continuous opportunity to be reminded of, and connected to, our Divine essence – allowing us to take action in the world from a place of profound presence and deep inner knowing.
WEB: https://thelifeglowproject.com/ | IG: @erikahalweil
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ABOUT SKYRISE FARM
SkyRise Farm is located amid the storied Hudson Valley, on close to 50 bucolic acres, along the Northeast corner of Dutchess County, in Millerton, NY.
Held by the rise of the Berkshires and Taconic Mountains to the East, with unparalleled views of Stissing Mountain and the Catskills visible to the West, the property is a mix of varied ecosystems and terrain, all meticulously cared for and part of ongoing regenerative efforts based in sustainable, organic and bio-dynamic principles under the stewardship of Vibrational Designer Sarah Rigano of FORM + LIGHT.
Inspired by the seasons and a deep connection to, and appreciation of, the subtle healing frequencies of the natural world, the intention of the Farm is to create conversations steeped in community and creativity, openings for greater physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being, through immersive experiences inspired by Earth-based wisdom traditions that honor the Divine interconnection of all things- celestial and terrestrial, seen and unseen.
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LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
We deeply honor and pay tribute to the lineage of SkyRise Farm, the land and the Ancestors and Elders who came before, acknowledging that we are situated on the unceded and ancestral homelands of the Muh-he-con-ne-ok, the Peoples of the Waters that Are Never Still, the Mahican Nation, the first stewards of these fertile grounds and the surrounding Shekomeko Valley.
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GETTING TO SKYRISE FARM
SkyRise Farm is located within the heart of the Hudson Valley, in Millerton, NY. Situated in the Northeast corner of Dutchess County, the property is 90 miles north of Manhattan, via a two hour drive along the scenic Taconic State Parkway, or easily accessible by train from Grand Central via Metro North Railroad to Wassaic, (followed by a 15 minute taxi ride to the farm), or Penn Station via Amtrak to the Rhinecliff Station, (followed by a 40 minute taxi ride to the farm). Taxi’s must be booked in advance with local vendors as there is no Uber, Lyft or other ride share services available.
Options for out of state guests include Stewart International Airport, an hour away, as well as Albany International Airport and Bradley International Airport, both an hour and a half away- all of which offer domestic and international service.
*The exact farm address will be provided at check out.
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PARKING
Parking is marked and available outside the black barn for guests.
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LOCAL ACCOMODATIONS
Troutbeck, Amenia, NY | https://www.troutbeck.com/ | (15 minute drive to the farm.)
The Millerton Inn, Millerton, NY | http://themillertoninn.com/ | (10 minute drive to the farm.)
Interlaken Inn, Lakeville, CT | https://www.interlakeninn.com/ | (15 minute drive to the farm.)
The White Hart, Salisbury, CT | http://www.whitehartinn.com/ | (20 minute drive to the farm.)
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WEATHER
Please note that this experience will happen “rain or shine” with no refunds.
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CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY
Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. We will not issue refunds for bad weather due to our rain or shine policy, nor due to any forces of nature, i.e., hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, earthquakes, nor’easters, blizzards, snow storms, etc.
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DRESS
As this is a relaxing, meditative experience, we encourage guests to dress comfortably as we will be out upon the land as well as engaging in gentle movement within the studio space. Layers are encouraged to add or subtract as needed, but note that abundant blankets, cozy mats and pillows will be provided for each guest.
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TECHNOLOGY
We encourage all of our guests at SkyRise Farm to tap out so they can truly tap into self, the resonance of the land that surrounds and the fullness of the experience unfolding. The service on the farm is limited, but Wi-Fi calling is available. Network information will be posted for those who need it.
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COMMUNITY AGREEMENT
We hold the energy created by our coming together as sacred and thus value and celebrate every Being called to SkyRise Farm regardless of race, color, religion, sexual identity, or an individual’s chosen beliefs or economic reality. All are welcome, as we appreciate the singular journey each walks and their wisdom carried, while deeply acknowledging the interconnectivity that exists amid everything, Humans and Natural World, the Seen and the Unseen.
As such, we stand as proponents for conversations and experiences steeped in equality, balance, reciprocity, mutual respect, deep listening, clear communication, creativity, compassion and care. Experiences anchored in a sincere intention that the highest good unfold for the elevation of All, the Earth and every Being.
SkyRise Farm is a safe, inclusive space. As such we do not tolerate abusive or discriminatory language. Physical aggression, assault or threatening behavior. Sexual harassment in any form. Any person behaving in this manner will be asked to leave the premises immediately.
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COVID CONSCIOUSNESS
We respectfully request that if you are feeling unwell, that you please stay home to maintain the well-being of other guests.