We are two experienced full-time yoga teachers that want to take our students beyond the classroom. Time to reset, renew and rejuvenate. Unplug from the everyday routine to explore nature and techniques to replenish, revitalize and bring zest back to your everyday life.
Your Yoga Teachers
Nina Linda Alvarenga, E-RYT 500, RPII, YACEP
The desire to teach yoga stemmed from her yoga practice that started in 2008. In the first two years the love for yoga blossomed into a way of life.
From attending yoga teacher training and continuing to learn each week as she builds her library and shares. Nowadays teaching students of all abilities and ages. Her knowledge of many lineages and styles, include, Restorative, Yin, Chair Yoga, Vinyasa and more. This experience and creativity shines and she works like a chameleon from place to place. And now, taking yoga beyond the classroom with organizing retreats. So, that students seasoned and new can find quietude, tranquility, harmony, realize their appreciation and energy for life and it's gifts.
Join Nina for a class! Click below:
Nina's Soulful Yoga
Tami Taliaferro, E-RYT 200, YACEP
Tami is a wife and a mom of 3 young adults. She enjoys scuba diving, camping, hiking, and paddle boarding. She made her way to Las Vegas in 2008. In 2009, Tami found something special that brought her peace and clarity, a yoga practice. Her joy of practicing yoga, led her to a place of wanting to share yoga with others. Not only did she become a teacher, she also leads workshops and yoga retreats. Teaching yoga is her passion. As a teacher, Tami is warm, friendly, and very welcoming. Grounding students in an ongoing awareness of breath while guiding them through poses with clear direction, modeling and hands-on adjustments. Providing an experience that students of all levels can easily modify. She combines innovative sequencing, playfulness, and inspiration to help her students deepen their practice.
For Tami's weekly class schedule click below:
Zen City Yoga LV
Next Retreat
Journey to Zen & Soul Retreat
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Next Retreat ~ Fri Oct 4 - Mon Oct 7, 2024
Email us to get a $200 credit for October retreat.
First ~ Fill out the waiver below.
Second ~ Contact us with the type of payment you'd like to use.
This super spacious and freshly decorated four bedroom , 3 1/2 bathroom beach house is simply spectacular. It is right next to and in front of the best sandy beach in Oceanside, CA. The beach house is so perfectly located, it guarantees a fun filled time for you and your fellow retreaters. It’s just steps away from everything you need for your beach getaway - fine dining, quaint coffee shops, craft breweries, Oceanside Pier with land and water craft rentals and so much more.
Your retreat includes:
- Greet, Meet & Orientation
- Renewal Gift Bag with goodies!
- Shared room for two - three (individual beds)
- Private en-suite bathroom (toiletries, hair dryer)
- 6 delicious healthy meals (3 dinners, 3 breakfast)
- 6 Yoga classes (3 at beach house, 3 beachfront)
- Various Meditations (at beach house and beachfront)
- Self & Group Discovery Games
- Seashell Art Time
- 'Spa Time' (tea, foot soak, face mask, lip scrub & tranquil beats)
- Fire Ceremony to Liberate
- Oracle Cards
- Daily Guided Journaling
-Leisure Time to stroll, explore the beach town, shop, have lunch, coffee and more.
*Itinerary subject to slight changes to provide the best experience.
What's not included:
Transport to and from retreat home
Extra services you book for your free time
Extra linens other than the ones provided
Lunch on Friday, Saturday & Sunday
Invest in Your Well Being:
$1900
To save your peace-filled retreat space
-Sign the waiver below
-Contact us with form of payment you'd prefer. Use contact form below.
-Wavier must be signed in order for Zen and Soul Retreats to accept deposit
-Payment plan available, with no interest!
Special offer for the early birds!
$1700 ~ May 9 - June 10
$1800 ~ June 11 - Aug 1
$1900 ~ Aug 2 - Sept 30
Extra $100 off for return Retreaters!
Payment plan is available with no interest.
Make your initial deposit and 2 more equal payments.
Cancellation Policy:
*If you need to cancel 60 days or more in advance of retreat date, you will receive a refund of monies paid minus deposit. ($600)
*50% of monies paid, minus the deposit. (deposit =$600 regardless of any promotion) will be refunded for cancellation 30-59 days before the event.
-Zen and Soul Retreats reserves the right to cancel any retreat if we do not meet a minimum of 6 guests 60 days before retreat date and your deposit and any money received will be fully refunded.
-Trip Cancelation Insurance is always recommended.
Testimonials
Nina is AWESOME! She was one of my first yoga teachers and really took the time to help me with my poses and form. She's loving and cares about all her students! I really like that Nina makes sure that we've worked each part of our bodies as well as our minds. She's really there for her students - love her!
~Victoria B.
I love yoga with Tami, she has a quirky fun vibe and does a great job explaining the poses! Can't wait for my next class.
~Jennifer W.
Was a Privilege to be able to go and spend the weekend with this great group of people. This retreat is highly recommended. Do yourself a solid and attend one of the retreats. I was able to relax and enjoyed good fellowship and the YOGA and WINE were a big plus as well! Nina and Tami are the best!
~John L.
Nina and Tami are terrific yoga instructors. Their teaching styles complement one another. Prepare to be pampered.
~Lisa M.
Both Tami & Nina are fabulous teachers. They have a passion for yoga & helping others experience their own yoga journey, and it shows in their teaching styles. They have helped me find a deeper appreciation for yoga. Zen and Soul Retreats is a fabulous way to experience a more immersive level of yoga as well.
~Kelley B.
Tami is an incredibly talented and knowledgeable yoga instructor. Taking her vinyasa class left me inspired. A beautiful woman inside and out!
~Louis G.
Nina is such a positive, supportive source of energy. I enjoy her yoga classes more than others I have taken because Nina always tells us how we can apply the skills and lessons we learn from class to our own lives. Her wisdom envelopes me with a newfound sense of calmness and composure whenever I finish a class. Nina’s classes have also really benefited me from a personal stance as well, especially when it came to maintaining a better work/life balance. I highly recommend Nina’s classes for all!
~Varsha S.
Went on a yoga retreat to Sedona and it was fabulous. My first one and not my last. Only have some yoga, once prior, now I am hooked and ready to keep it going. Tami and Nina were fabulous I can't say enough about these two ladies- they are so thoughtful and mindful of everything and everyone. Worries about everything - which was not needed. Best retreat by far. If you want to relax meet some really great people and find your center. Highly recommend their retreat.
~Stacey B.
Special Yoga Events
Bolsters & Bubbly
Restorative Yoga is an elixir for the body and soul. With the use of yoga props, like bolsters, blocks, blankets and eye pillows, there will be no effort on your part but, to relax, breathe and listen. Poses are held for extended periods of time to tap into the parasympathetic nervous system responsible for rest, digestion and healing.
Benefits include: reduces chronic pain, improves sleep, boosts your immune system, releases muscular and mental tension, develops qualities of compassion and understanding, plus more!
Aromatherapy: giving you the ability to breathe deeper, relax easier while it decreases anxiety and emotional stress.
Guided Meditation: a soft voice carries you away with a visualization to bring tranquility, reset your nervous system, elevate creativity and mental clarity.
Singing Bowls: The vibrations from singing bowls can help the brain shift into deeper, more contemplative brain wave frequencies, which can reduce stress and anxiety. The bowls can also lower cortisol levels, the body's main stress hormone.
Plus an ice cold glass of prosecco
bubbly with social time at the end of class!
We have all the yoga props required for this event. Just bring your yoga mat, water and a friend!
Day: Sat ~ TBA
Time: 2 hours
Fee: $40/student
Where:
TBA
Share with a friend who needs this time out.
*A wonderful experience for family, friends or team members! Send an email to book your own Bolsters & Bubbly Event!
Retreat Waiver
Participation Waiver
I accept that neither the instructor, retreat organizers, vendors, nor the hosting facility, is liable for any injury or damages, to person or property resulting from taking a yoga class, hike, bike, swim, walk on any terrain and participating in a retreat with Zen and Soul Retreats. If at anytime during the yoga class or activity mentioned previously, you feel discomfort or strain, gently come out of the posture or stop the activity. You may rest at anytime during the class or hike. Listen to your body and respect its limits. I, the undersigned, understand that yoga, hiking, biking, swimming, walking is not a substitute for medical attention, examination, or treatment. I should consult a physician prior to beginning any activity program, including yoga and hiking during the retreat. I recognize that it is my responsibility to notify my teacher of any illness or injury before every yoga class, hike, bike, swim, walk and anytime during the retreat. I will not perform any postures or hike to the extent of strain or pain. I release and forever discharge Zen and Soul Retreats, retreat organizers, vendors and hosting facility from any and all liability, claims, and causes in action, which arise or may hereafter arise or are in any way connected to my involvement in the retreat.
By Signing below I accept these terms.
RETREAT CANCELLATION POLICIES
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DEPOSITS
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Deposits ($600) are non-refundable.
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PAYMENT BALANCE
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A 3 installment payment plan is in place for your convenience (after deposit). The final payment is due 60 days before the retreat start date. If you need to cancel 60 days or before you will receive a refund of any monies paid, minus your deposit. (deposit = $600 regardless of any promotion)
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If you are paying-in-full, a $600 deposit will be collected to secure your spot and the remainder is due 90 days before retreat. If you need to cancel 60 days or before you will receive a refund minus deposit. (deposit = $600 regardless of any promotion)
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50% of monies paid, minus the deposit. (deposit =$600 regardless of any promotion) will be refunded for cancellation 30-59 days before the event.
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3. NO REFUND if less than 30 days before the event.
4. To cancel, please email us at zenandsoulretreats@gmail.com
~Zen and Soul Retreats reserves the right to cancel any retreat if
we do not meet a minimum of 6 guests 60 days before retreat date.
Your deposit and any money received will be fully refunded.
~Zen and Soul Retreats is not responsible for your expenses
incurred in preparation for any canceled retreat, such as
airline tickets, loss of work, and/or other costs associated with
preparing for your trip to the retreat destination.
~Before purchasing a retreat, it is your responsibility to thoroughly
read and understand clearly the cancellation policy.
~When purchasing a retreat the cancellation policy above will
apply to your purchase.
~By signing our waiver you agree to these cancellation terms.
Coronavirus Waiver
I acknowledge the contagious nature of the Coronavirus/COVID-19. I further acknowledge that Zen and Soul Retreats has put in place preventative measures to reduce the spread of the Coronavirus/COVID-19. I further acknowledge that Zen and Soul Retreats can not guarantee that I will not become infected with the Coronavirus/Covid-19. I understand that the risk of becoming exposed to and/or infected by the Coronavirus/COVID-19 may result from the actions, omissions, or negligence of myself and others. I voluntarily signed up for Zen and Soul Retreat weekend. I acknowledge that I must comply with all set procedures to reduce the spread while attending retreat. I attest that:* I am not experiencing any symptom of illness such as cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fever, chills, repeated shaking with chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, or new loss of taste or smell.* I will have not traveled internationally or to a highly impacted state within the 14 days of the retreat.* I will inform Zen and Soul Retreats if I have been exposed to someone with a suspected and/or confirmed case of the Coronavirus/COVID-19. * I will inform Zen and Soul Retreats if I am diagnosed with Coronavirus/Covid-19 and not yet cleared as non contagious by state or local public health authorities.* I am following all CDC recommended guidelines as much as possible and limiting my exposure to the Coronavirus/COVID-19. I hereby release and agree to hold Zen and Soul Retreats harmless from, and waive on behalf of myself, my heirs, and any personal representatives any and all causes of action, claims, demands, damages, costs, expenses and compensation for damage or loss to myself and/or property that may be caused by any act of the retreat, or that may otherwise arise in any way in connection with any services received from Zen and Soul Retreats. I understand that this release discharges Zen and Soul Retreats from any liability or claim that I, my heirs, or any personal representatives may have against Zen and Soul Retreats with respect to any bodily injury, illness, death, medical treatment, or property damage that may arise from, or in connection to, any services received from Zen and Soul Retreats. This liability waiver and release extends to Zen and Soul Retreats together with all owners, partners, vendors and employees.
By signing below I accept these terms
Social Media Waiver
For Social Media, Promotional Materials, Written Articles, and Photographs
I hereby authorize to use my photo and/or information related to my experiences with Zen and Soul Retreats. I understand this information may be used in publications, including electronic publications, audiovisual presentations, promotional literature, advertising, community presentations, emails and any other media in similar ways. My consent is freely given as a public service, without expecting compensation. I release Zen and Soul Retreats and their respective heirs and family members, from any and all liability which may arise from the use of such news media stories, promotional materials, written articles, video and/or photographs.
By signing below I accept these terms