The Yoga of Fascia: Move Better, Age Better, Feel Better
Retreat Highlights
- Latest research on fascial health and its impact on flexibility
- Exploration of fascia anatomy through visualization and self-palpation
- Fascia-informed yoga practice with rhythmic bouncing and restorative holds
- Daily habits to keep the fascial system supple and vibrant
- Tools to maintain fluid pain-free movement and age with strength
About this Retreat
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Details of this retreat
Many of us accept stiffness and reduced mobility as inevitable signs of aging — but it doesn’t have to be that way. The true key to lifelong ease and vitality lies in the health of our fascia: the continuous, three-dimensional web of connective tissue that surrounds every muscle, bone, organ, and nerve in the body.
Until recently, fascia was largely overlooked, yet current science now recognizes it as a dynamic, living matrix that profoundly influences flexibility, strength, posture, resilience, and even emotional well-being. When fascia is dehydrated, glued, or restricted, we feel stiff, achy, and old. When it is hydrated, elastic, and free to glide, we move with the lightness and grace of youth — at any age.
In this illuminating and deeply practical workshop, you will:
Discover the latest fascial research and why it is revolutionizing modern yoga and movement practices
Explore the anatomy and physiology of fascia through simple visualizations and gentle self-palpation
Experience a fascia-informed yoga practice that incorporates varied, multi-dimensional movement, rhythmic bouncing, rebounding elasticity, mindful hydration cues, and restorative holds designed to restore glide, resilience, and spaciousness
Learn daily habits (on and off the mat) to keep your fascial system supple, strong, and vibrant for decades
Leave with tools to maintain fluid, pain-free movement and age with strength, openness, and joy
Suitable for yoga practitioners and teachers of all levels, this workshop blends clear science with accessible, transformative practice. Come unravel the hidden web that holds you together — and set it free.
Testimonials:
I’ve known Charles for 26 years. What I appreciate about Charles is his humor, but more than that, his depth. Depth of compassion, Depth of wisdom, and capacity to connect with people. I always recommend Charles to people as the place to go if they’re wanting a deep full yoga experience. - Deborah Kern, PhD (Dr. Deb) -Yoga Instructor, Author, Speaker
How many ways may I recommend Charles MacInerney? If you're considering signing up, do it. It will be an experience that you will treasure from this moment forward. - Katheryn Bumbaugh -Owner of Yoga HMMMMM Studio
Schedule
FRIDAY
3–5 pm
Registration
5-5:45
Yoga Nidra with Atman
5–6:30
Integral Yoga Hatha – Mixed Level
6-6:30
Meditation
6:30-7:15
Dinner
7:30-7:45
Orientation
7:45–9
The Living Web: Awakening Fascial Awareness
SATURDAY
6–7 am
Guided Meditation
7:10-8:40
Integral Yoga Hatha – Level 1 Atman
Integral Yoga Hatha – Level 2 Krishna
Joint Freeing Series with Hope Mell
8–9:30
Breakfast
9:45–11:30
Fascial Hydration & Elasticity: Rebounding, Oscillation, and Tissue Health
11:45
Van to LOTUS (behind VV)
12–12:30 pm
Meditation
12:45–1:30
Lunch
1:30-2:15
Free Time (Hike, Journal, Rest, etc.)
2:30-5
The Web in Motion: Integrating Fascial Awareness into Asana and Pranayama
5:30–6:15
Dinner
7:30-9:15
Satsang (gathering of the seekers of Truth)
Kirtan (Music & Chanting), Video of Swami Satchidananda
Talk with Charles MacInerney (8:30-8:50 pm)
SUNDAY
6-7 am
Integral Yoga Meditation with Rev Lakshmi
7:10-8:40
Integral Yoga Hatha – Level 1 with Mochani
Integral Yoga Hatha – Level 2 with Vyasa
Adaptive Chair Yoga with Sridevi
8–9:30
Breakfast
9:45–11:30
The Art of Aging Well: Regeneration, Rest, and Lifelong Fascial Care
12–12:30 pm
Meditation
12-12:45
Laugha Yoga with Bharata
12:45–1:30
Lunch
Getting Here
Directions
Accommodation
Availability of complimentary accommodations is determined by the order of booking.
Dormitory
The most popular accommodations we have are Dormitory Accommodations – shared room and shared bath. We have two dormitories, Vivekananda Vihar and Ramalinga Nilayam, which are centrally heated and air-conditioned and convenient to meals and programs.
Lotus Guest House (Private Room)
Each room in our six unit guest house is equipped with a small refrigerator, queen size bed and full bath. Each room in our nine unit guest house is equipped with a queen sized bed and full bath, and no refrigerator.
Tenting
Set off in a quiet, wooded area adjacent to the Lotus Guest Houses are twelve campsites. Campers have use of the bathroom, shower, and laundry facilities nearby Vivekananda Vihar dormitory. Camping is available from March 15th to December 1st.
Shared Dormitory: Bottom Bunk
Private Dormitory
LGH: Full Bed
LGH: 2 Twin beds
LGH: Queen Bed
Tent-Site
Venue & Amenities
Meals
Menu Types
What's Included
- Accomodations
- Meals
- Meditation Sessions
- Yoga Classes
What's Not Included
- Transportation
- Airfare