YOGA SKI RETREAT
(801) 550-3986 www.utahmountainadventures.com
Come enjoy the "greatest snow on earth" skiing and yoga adventure in the beautiful
Wasatch mountains. This program combines yoga instruction with both resort and
backcountry ski outings. We use the principles of alignment and self awareness taught
in yoga and integrate them into our skiing. We will strive to increase our self awareness
and our connection to our surroundings thus maximizing our fun and enjoyment.
We will spend one day playing in the resort and two days of exploring in the backcountry.
We will indulge in 5 yoga sessions throughout the three days, enjoy wonderful meals at the Alta lodge, and soak in the hot tub in the evenings. The guides will teach you about backcountry travel and safety while taking you on an amazing adventure in the Wasatch.
Requirements:
• No yoga or backcountry skiing experience is needed
• Must be Intermediate to advanced skier
• Capable of skiing off piste (ungroomed) terrain at the ski resort
• Good fitness required, able to hike 2500-3500ft elevation gain
Guide Bio:
Winslow Passey is an AMGA certified Ski Mountaineering Guide.
She has been guiding for 9 years, and is a lead guide for Utah
Mountain Adventures. Winslow has guided all over the world in
Antarctica, Nepal, Mongolia, South America, Alaska, and in the
Northwest.
Winslow successfully completed an intensive one month long
Satpa Yoga Teacher Training Course (200 hours theory and practice)
under the direct supervision of the renown yogi Dr. Sushil
Bhattacharya, founder/director of Sapta Yoga International,
Kathmandu, Nepal.
Winslow has been sharing yoga with others in the mountains for
years while guiding on Denali in Alaska and in the Himalayas
traveling to Everest Base Camp and Island Peak.
All inclusive package includes:
• 4 nights lodging at the Alta Lodge
• Full hot breakfasts and four-course dinners, lunch on the mountain
at Alta one day, and 2 days sack lunch
• Alta lift ticket one day, all instruction/guide fees, service and taxes
(Backcountry ski touring equipment can be rented)
Why do this trip?
Utah is famous for its’ deep powder and inspiring scenery,
offering us a spectacular venue for this awesome adventure.
We combine skiing and yoga on this fun filled 3 day retreat focusing
on improving your skiing performance and your health through daily
yoga sessions.
We have worked closely with the Alta lodge to organize healthy
meals and comfortable rooms in a cozy mountain setting. With all
the amenities taken care of we can relax and focus our energies
toward what’s improtant: skiing ,yoga and having fun!
Each day will work on techniques for improving posture, strength,
balance, flexibility, and focus. Your skiing performance will improve
as we learn to combine the techniques we practice in our yoga
sessions to our skiing in the mountains.
You are sure to come away from this retreat invigorated by
improved skiing, stronger mind, healthier body and a giant smile!
Dates and Prices: March 4th-6th $1899*
March 3rd Welcome dinner 7pm
March 4th-6th Ski Yoga days
March 7th Breakfast and departure
*price based on double occupancy in standard room with full
bath (dormitory style or single rooms available, please inquire)
