Signature Event
Movement & Mindfulness in Nature Event
Free
Movement & Mindfulness in Nature Event
Jul 14—17, 2025Free
at Lenox, MA
3 nights
Jul 14—17, 2025 (3 nights)
Eastern Healing and Western Wellness
Overview
Discover the perfect fusion of ancient Eastern healing traditions and Western wellness practices- no passport required! This event connects movement, mindfulness, and nature. From the Japanese art of shinrin-yoku (forest bathing) to meditative Chinese martial arts like qi gong and tai chi, this energizing retreat invites you to explore time-honored practices in the serene beauty of the Berkshires. Join us for a transformative weekend of balance, renewal, and connection to the natural world.
Discover the perfect fusion of ancient Eastern healing traditions and Western wellness practices- no passport required! This event connects movement, mindfulness, and nature. From the Japanese art of shinrin-yoku (forest bathing) to meditative Chinese martial arts like qi gong and tai chi, this energizing retreat invites you to explore time-honored practices in the serene beauty of the Berkshires. Join us for a transformative weekend of balance, renewal, and connection to the natural world.
The Program
An unforgettable experience designed just for you.
Experience the Japanese practice of taking in the forest atmosphere or "forest bathing." Join your guide on a slow, intentional walk into the woods to de-stress and reconnect with nature. Sign up: CR App or with a Wellness Guide, Ext. 55423
Take a stroll with a Chinese Medicine expert and explore common medicinal & edible plants that grow all around us. In case of inclement weather, alternative programming will be offered indoors.
A yoga instructor leads an on-property walk through beautiful trails with yoga posture breaks. Learn to incorporate fresh air and open thoughts in your practice. In the event of inclement weather, this class will take place in the Yoga Studio.
Create a personal Mandala for a fun and meaningful experience. This relaxing and meditative practice will result in an art piece reminder of your spiritual growth. No experience necessary. Sign up: CR App or with a Wellness Guide, Ext. 55423
Learn techniques to help reduce stress, increase mindfulness, calm your mind and help your body relax. In the event of inclement weather, this class will take place in the Yoga Studio.
Every cell in our bodies needs oxygen to function properly. Join us in this engaged breathing practice that can decrease the effects of stress on the body and increase overall physical and mental wellbeing.
Ignite your energy and shake off stress in this dynamic yoga flow! Through vibrant twists, breathwork, and lively movement, you'll clear stagnant energy, release tension, and leave feeling refreshed, clear, and fully present.
The medicinal benefits of qi gong are diverse, from soothing digestive & sleep ailments to autoimmune conditions - even cancer. Get your body moving as a Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner helps you to better understand this ancient art form.
Experience supported & suspended restorative yoga postures with the vibrational healing from sound instruments. The practice assists in slowing your body and reduce physical & emotional stress. | Sign up: CR App or with a Wellness Guide, Ext 55423
Join our outdoor guide and naturalist to create a little island of nature that you may bring home with you. Kusamono are potted arrangements of wild grasses and flowers in unique pots or trays selected to suggest a season or place.
In this challenging class, we will focus on backbends and forward folds to open the heart chakra with some advanced poses to allow the heart to open to its divine true nature of love, compassion and gratitude.
Meander through the contemplative walk designed to open or deepen spiritual contemplation with a spiritual wellness practitioner, who guides you through an experiential practice along the path.
Greet the day by elevating and toning the parasympathetic nervous system. This Qi Gong practice is a standing and seated meditation, combining breath control with simple choreography. Sign up: CR App or with a Wellness Guide, Ext 55423
Explore the Berkshires with our Massachusetts Audubon certified Field Naturalist. Bird identification, animal tracking, wildflower/mushroom/tree id., environmental interpretation, and aquatic life. Participants will walk up to 1.5 miles during the tour. | Sign up: CR App or with a Wellness Guide, Ext 55423
Bring out your inner child through playful yoga asanas and laughter! Improving your mood, energy, and immune system with this fun yoga practice.
Undo habitual patterns that may lead to pain, by retraining the brain and allow your muscles to return to their natural state. This practice blends mindful movement with gentle postures to increase awareness, release tension, and promote relaxation.
Learn techniques to help reduce stress, increase mindfulness, calm your mind and help your body relax. In the event of inclement weather, this class will take place in the Yoga Studio.
Every cell in our bodies needs oxygen to function properly. Join us in this engaged breathing practice that can decrease the effects of stress on the body and increase overall physical and mental wellbeing.
Dr. Kevin Murray blends the worlds of Naturopathy & Chinese Medicine. Discover how these traditional and evidence-based practices may offer solutions to undiagnosed symptoms and whether a private consult could be right for you.
Enjoy a simple lesson in tai chi during this off-property walk. Sign up: CR App or with a Wellness Guide, Ext. 55423
Practice a Hip opening sequence while diving deeper into the sacral chakra.
The spaces we inhabit shape our experiences. Creative placemaking empowers communities to design environments that foster connection and renewal. Be inspired to create intentional spaces to pause, reflect and connect in your home, work and community.
Experience the Japanese practice of taking in the forest atmosphere or "forest bathing." Join your guide on a slow, intentional walk into the woods to de-stress and reconnect with nature. Sign up: CR App or with a Wellness Guide, Ext. 55423
Take a stroll with a Chinese Medicine expert and explore common medicinal & edible plants that grow all around us. In case of inclement weather, alternative programming will be offered indoors.
A yoga instructor leads an on-property walk through beautiful trails with yoga posture breaks. Learn to incorporate fresh air and open thoughts in your practice. In the event of inclement weather, this class will take place in the Yoga Studio.
Create a personal Mandala for a fun and meaningful experience. This relaxing and meditative practice will result in an art piece reminder of your spiritual growth. No experience necessary. Sign up: CR App or with a Wellness Guide, Ext. 55423
Learn techniques to help reduce stress, increase mindfulness, calm your mind and help your body relax. In the event of inclement weather, this class will take place in the Yoga Studio.
Always Included
When you want it all taken care of, it matters where you stay.
Speakers
Kelly Clady
Eastern Medicine Practitioner, Acupuncturist
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Jeanne Schnackenberg
Outdoor Sports Guide
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Dan Brinton
Outdoor Sports Guide
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Gray Simons
Outdoor Sports Guide
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Tim Hickey
Outdoor Sports Guide
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Thomas Lewis
Outdoor Sports Guide
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Ethan Winslow
Outdoor Sports Guide
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Special Offers
Book with a limited-time offer to make your stay even more rewarding.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This special event is open to all resort guests. You can come for two days, or stay all week and enjoy the programming featured in this event as part of your all-inclusive stay.
To get the most enjoyment from this event, we recommend you come on our Personal Discovery Designed Experience, which includes daily credits for you to enjoy our award-winning services.
Our standard policy requires a two-night deposit at the time of booking, fully refundable up to 21 days before arrival; deposit is forfeited with less than 21 days’ notice.
Yes, a Wellness Guide can connect you with experts to personalize a diet or customize a fitness program.
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