Ayni Retreat - Yoga & Meditation Rooted in Sacred Reciprocity

Schedule

Thu, 11 Sep, 2025 at 10:00 am to Sun, 14 Sep, 2025 at 06:00 pm

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Location

Bethlehem Centre, Nanaimo | Nanaimo, BC

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Your Heart is CALLING... Are You Ready to Answer?
Dearest Beautiful Soul,
What if we told you that four magical days could change everything? That somewhere between sunrise salutations and sunset meditations, you could remember who you truly are beneath all the noise and rush of daily life?
This September, your adventure awaits at AYNI – where ancient wisdom meets playful discovery, and your spirit gets to dance free!
What is AYNI?
In the ancient Andean tradition, AYNI represents the sacred principle of reciprocity – the beautiful flow of giving and receiving that keeps life in balance. It's about understanding that what we offer to the world comes back to us, and what we receive creates our responsibility to give. This isn't just philosophy; it's a way of living that transforms how we connect with ourselves, others, and the world around us.
AYNI isn't just a retreat... it's your homecoming!
Picture this: You wake up to mountain air filling your lungs, surrounded by souls who GET IT – who understand that life is meant to be lived with arms wide open and hearts blazing bright. Aya and Steph are waiting to welcome you into the sacred playground of AYNI, where the ancient Andean principle of sacred reciprocity becomes your compass for living.
~ WHERE THE MAGIC HAPPENS ~
BETHLEHEM CENTER, NANAIMO (Yes, it's as dreamy as it sounds!) SEPTEMBER 11–14, 2025 (Mark your calendars!)
Is Your Soul Whispering "YES, THIS IS IT!"?
Do you crave something more fulfilling than the daily grind?
Are you ready to trade surface-level connections for soul-deep friendships?
Do you want to laugh until your belly hurts AND find profound peace?
Are you craving an adventure that transforms you from the inside out?
If you're nodding, this is your invitation home.
HERE'S WHAT YOUR HEART CAN EXPECT:
» FIERCE & GENTLE PRACTICE Dive into the 8 Limbs of Yoga like never before! We're talking Qi Gong that makes your energy sing, breathwork that unlocks your superpowers, and dynamic meditations that will have you wondering why you ever thought stillness was boring.
» SOUL-STIRRING CONNECTIONS Get ready for conversations that matter, rituals that move you to tears (relieving ones!), and friendships that feel like coming home. We're creating a circle of hearts that beats as one.
» YOUR INNER WISDOM UNLEASHED Through playful yet profound self-cultivation practices, you'll rediscover the brilliant, radiant being you've always been. Spoiler alert: You're going to fall in love with yourself all over again.
» NOURISHMENT THAT LOVES YOU BACK Every meal is a celebration! Wholesome, delicious food that feeds your body AND your soul. Because transformation should taste amazing.
THE INVESTMENT IN YOUR JOY:
Early Bird: $950*
Regular: $1250
*Early bird accepted on/before Aug 8th, 2025
All rates include tax and are based on double occupancy. Private room add on available for $200.

With overflowing love and endless excitement for your journey,
AYa & StephaNIe
P.S. Can you feel it? That little flutter of excitement in your chest? That's your soul doing a happy dance because it knows... this is IT. This is your moment. Don't let it slip away!
Use this link or DM to get your registration started: https://forms.gle/Vh4yQ8b8DNtKZ2rD8
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