Ayurvedic Wisdom for Modern Times

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A 4-Part On-Demand Wellness Series with Jana Kilgore

Explore the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda and discover simple, approachable practices to support balance, nourishment, and well-being in your everyday life.

Rooted in India's traditional system of holistic wellness, Ayurveda offers a unique perspective on the relationship between our bodies, minds, daily habits, and the natural world.

In this four-part series, you'll explore the foundations of Ayurvedic living, including the doshas (mind-body constitutions), self-care rituals, traditional home remedies, and nutrition. Discover how these time-honored principles can inspire a more intentional approach to caring for yourself, with practical tools to incorporate into your daily routine.

Whether you're completely new to Ayurveda or looking to deepen your understanding, this series offers an accessible introduction to its philosophy and practices. No previous experience is necessary—just curiosity and an open mind!
What You'll Explore

Session 1: Foundations of Ayurveda — Discover the history, philosophy, and foundational principles of this traditional wellness system.
Session 2: Understanding the Doshas — Explore Vata, Pitta, and Kapha, and how Ayurvedic traditions use these concepts to understand individual constitutions and patterns.
Session 3: Self-Care & Home Remedies — Learn traditional Ayurvedic approaches to daily routines, seasonal living, and personal well-being.
Session 4: Ayurvedic Nutrition & Global Cuisine — Explore Ayurvedic perspectives on food, digestion, and nourishment, and discover ways to apply these principles across diverse culinary traditions.

Learn at Your Own Pace
Originally offered as a live online series, these four recorded classes are now available through Balanced Rock's on-demand wellness library.

One-time registration. Unlimited access. Once registered, you'll receive access to the complete series and bonus content through our online learning platform, Thinkific. Watch from the comfort of home, revisit lessons whenever you like, and explore the teachings at a pace that works for you.
Recommended Materials

Journal or notebook and something to write with
Comfortable cushion or yoga mat
An open mind and a little curiosity!

Sliding Scale Pricing & Tuition Assistance
We believe wellness education should be accessible to everyone. This series is offered on a sliding scale, with a suggested minimum contribution of $25 for the complete four-part series.

Tuition assistance is always available, and no one will be turned away due to lack of funds.
Ready to Get Started?
Discover new perspectives on nourishment, self-care, and intentional living through the timeless teachings of Ayurveda.

Register today for lifetime access to the complete series and bonus content.

After registration, you'll receive an email with instructions for accessing your recorded classes through Thinkific.

Questions or need assistance? We're happy to help!

(209) 379-9453 | info@balancedrock.org

Getting Here

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With our staff of resident Yosemite experts, we specialize in visiting less crowded, yet stunningly beautiful corners of Yosemite National Park. We have decades of collective experience in exploring the park, and have a wide range of hidden sanctuaries, secluded lakes, outdoor granite-slab yoga “studios”, and comfortable campsites in our routes and itineraries. If you want to also see some of the more popular icons and destinations, there is ample time at the beginning and end of each trip.

Once you complete your registration for a trip, we will send you detailed directions and a map to the meeting place.

Accommodation

Accommodation options vary based on the trip. Backcountry trips will be rugged experiences with solo or shared tent camping. Campground-based retreats will the solo or shared tent camping at a designated site with varied amenities. Lodge-based retreats may feature shared or private rooms, camping options, or hostel-like dorms (depending on the location).

Sliding Scale Payment for Full Series access + expanded bonus content

Venue & Amenities

A/C in Rooms

Free Wifi

Spa

Sauna

Pool

Towels

Free Parking

Kitchen

Tour Assistance

Hot Tub

Coffee/Tea

Cafe

Restaurant

Fitness Center

Yoga Studio

Housekeeping

Bicycles For Rent

Our staff and instructors are a group of inspired adventurers who have honed their skills living and loving life in connection with wilderness. Accomplished musicians, artists, naturalists, yogis, healers, chefs, and free-spirits Balanced Rock instructors have a knack for making people feel safe and comfortable in any setting: from the mountains to the studio.

Meals

Menu Types

Vegan

Vegetarian

Pescetarian

Ayurvedic

Includes Meat

Organic

Gluten Free

Dairy Free

Nut Free

Food is a cornerstone of the Balanced Rock experience, and most of our retreats offer nourishing, organic, and seasonally-sourced meals. Dietary restrictions/preferences are collected at registration

Customer Reviews

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Marcia • Jun 07, 2020

5.0

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EVERY Balanced Rock Retreat is AMAZING!!

I've been on several Balanced Rock retreats and every single one was AMAZING!! The attention to detail for every participant made me feel like it was designed specifically for me. Everything from making sure my sleeping accommodations were cozy to yoga poses right for me in that moment to the Over-the-Top Excellent food! You can be assured you will be WELL taken care of and fully nourished in your body, mind and spirit!

Ruth • Nov 16, 2019

5.0

Yoga Jambalaya 2019

Heather has a way of bringing the outside inside, and helping to connect people to nature right from the start of her yoga class. A wonderful way to stir a pot of something delicious! Jambalaya has always been amazing, but it keeps getting better

Kristin • Aug 16, 2019

5.0

100% Worth every penny!

This trip couldn't have come at a better time in my life. I was finally able to quiet my heavily distracted and fast paced mind with the guided meditations and yoga poses taught by Jana. She meets you at your level and provides you with a variety of meditation styles to take home and practice whenever you like. Patrick prepared the best meals for the group and even snuck in a sweet dessert once in awhile. Overall, this retreat was much needed and I am very grateful to have been a part of it. The connections that were made on this trip will stay with me for a lifetime and I look forward to my next trip with them.

Endria • Aug 05, 2019

5.0

Women of Color Backpacking and Yoga Retreat

I've been backpacking and climbing for over nine years, and this was one of the most special, healing, and joyous backpacking trips I've ever been on. I really loved spending time in the mountains with women of color--sharing space to talk about our experiences, joys, and pains in the outdoors, and cultivating the healing that comes with being heard and seen (and from plunges in freezing alpine lakes). Thank you to the trip leaders, Grace and Miho, for holding such beautiful space, and to Balanced Rock for providing this magical and necessary space!

Andrea • Jul 30, 2019

5.0

Amazing Journey

My yoga and backpacking retreat, couldn't have gone any better, this was a life changing experience were reconnecting to nature and spirit was the key, the instructors (Breezy and JP) are absolutely exceptional yoga instructors, they care tons about the welfare of the group, the food was super healthy and convenient, meditations were beyond my expectations, the place was fantastic and the instructors were super knowledge of our surrounding environment. ***** 5 stars Highly Recommended :)!!!!!