These Wellness Events Around the Hudson Valley Are Perfect for Summer
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Looking for ways to get moving and have fun this summer? Check out these wellness events and activities throughout the Hudson Valley.
Summer is all about feeling great in your skin. It is the perfect time to get outdoors and work on your health. If you are seeking fun and entertaining ways to get active this season, look no further. There are plenty of wellness activities around the Hudson Valley that you and your family will enjoy.
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Catskill Mountain Yoga Festival – July 23
Held for the second year on top of Plattekill Mountain in Roxbury, this wellness event is quite possibly the best day of the year for any yogi (or aspiring yogi). Join Raegan Reed, owner of The Cardio Club and yoga/fitness connoisseur, and headliner Kelly Kamm (known for her yoga storytelling), along with many other amazing yoga instructors.
This event aims to bring together a community of yogis for a day of healing, movement, and meditation. All are welcome, and those who purchase a basic or VIP class pass can take part in the yoga classes all day long. VIP holders will be guaranteed a swag bag with Tay Tea, Roman Roasters Coffee, hair products, and much more. General admission passes are available for purchase if you want to check out vendors and other happenings while friends and family are attending yoga classes. Experience over 25 vendors and shop for kombucha, delicious treats, soaps, cream, jewelry, and more. There will also be tarot card readings, henna tattoos, and workshops. The day concludes with a delicious tapas mix and mingle courtesy of event coordinator, Raegan Reed.
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During the yoga festival, guests can look forward to the sound bath healing session, a restorative meditation, and workshops such as radical wild foraging, in which those who attend will be educated on how wild plants can benefit your health. There is something for everyone, even if you are new to yoga, including unique classes such as yoga trapeze (that makes use of a trapeze apparatus for a deeper stretch) and aerial yoga (where you are suspended from silks). Be sure to read the class descriptions online before registering and check out the event on Instagram @catskillmountainyogafestival. Visit catskillmountainyogafestival.com to purchase passes.
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Discover Manitoga – May 13 through November 14
Open Friday to Monday, May 13 through November 14, MANITOGA is a must-visit when it comes to getting active while enjoying beautiful art and architecture. Experience the home, studio, and garden of Russel Wright (1904-1976). Wright was a pioneer industrial designer who built his home on the ledge of a rock within an abandoned quarry. His unique Hudson Valley home contains various outdoor rooms that work with the surrounding landscape, creating an architectural masterpiece.
Sections of the tour include a moderate hike. Children must be over five years of age to attend a tour of MANITOGA, due to the steep nature of the property’s terrain. Face masks are required in indoor spaces. Dogs and pets are not allowed, except for ADA title III service animals. Advanced reservations are required to visit and can be made online at visitmanitoga.org/design-art-nature-tours.
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Divine Feminine Day Retreat – July 30
Join Stone Wave Yoga on July 30 from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. for a Divine Feminine retreat. The wellness day will be focused on strengthening health and tapping into your authentic self. It is an unplugged event, so no electronic devices are allowed. The day begins with a welcome circle, followed by outdoor yoga. Wellness activities to follow are focused on creativity through yoga, art, dance, mantra, and nature. The day also includes three workshops: Getting Clear on Your Vision Workshop, Burst Through Your Blocks Workshop, and the Healing Art Collective Workshop. Lunch and a power bowl dinner are also included. And as if all of this didn’t sound amazing enough – bring a friend and receive a discount! Interested individuals can register for the event here.
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Millbrook Vineyards Wine Run 5k – August 28
Attention all wine lovers – do you love to run or walk? Then this 5K at the beautiful Millbrook Vineyards is for you. Running and walking are excellent ways to care for your health and support overall wellness. End the summer right in this all-new 5K race, which includes a T-shirt, wine glass, finisher medal (which is also a bottle stopper), and a pour of wine. The first finisher in each age category will receive an award. If runners choose to participate virtually, they can do so when registering for the event. The charity partner for the event is Angels of Light, an organization aimed at helping children and families with life-threatening illnesses. Sign up for the 5K here.
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