Celebrate Summer Solstice & International Yoga Day

The world is spinning on its axis towards the longest, lightest day of the year. The summer solstice marks the first day of summer, when the sun reaches the highest point in the sky. The day is long, and the night is short. The sun is most potent on the summer solstice and is recognized as a time of powerful healing. 

The word itself springs from two Latin words: 'Sol' (sun) and 'systre' (standing still.) On the day when the sun stands still in the sky, many ancient traditions – from the Aztecs to the Druids – gathered to celebrate the height of the sun's power.

The summer solstice also marks a shift in the year. After the solstice, the sun's power starts to decrease, the days gradually shortening as we head towards the darker half of the year. Such is the humbling ebb and flow of nature.

The summer solstice is an opportunity to rejuvenate your spirit and reconnect with yourself and the natural world by creating solstice rituals where we linger in the power of the longest, lightest day of the year.

It is also International Yoga Day! A perfect time to join us at Upekkha Retreat for a family-friendly celebration of yoga, natures rhythms and the summertime energies with a Kundalini Yoga Practice, Gong Bath, Family Yoga, Arts & Crafts, Tarot Card readings, Astrology readings, family picnic and more!

This is a donation based event if you are planning to take an adult or kid yoga class. Space is limited in the Yurt, so please be sure to reserve your spot ahead of time. 

You will pay vendors directly via cash or Venmo for readings, massage, etc. 

We can't wait to celebrate yoga & summer solstice with you!