Tell me about YogaFrost …

YogaFrost is a special online YogaFest winter event brought to you by Song of the Morning Yoga Retreat on February 19-21, 2021. The weekend festival will feature revitalizing video programs led by many familiar faces from YogaFests in years past, as well as some special opportunities to dive deeper with us via Zoom (more on that coming soon). Programs will include hatha yoga, meditation, satsang, sacred music, and workshops.

We welcome all to this heart-warming event packed with love and gratitude for our YogaFest family and all those in need of a spiritual boost this winter. Join us for an unforgettable three days filled with spiritually elevating and centering content that will get you moving, reawaken your heart, and help you dive deeper into the Divine.

You can read the full announcement here and follow us on Facebook or join the Facebook Event here to stay updated with YogaFrost news.

How do I participate?

Tickets are on sale now! We are happy to be able to offer YogaFrost as a free event, so all are able to participate regardless of financial means. However, we invite all who are able to support our efforts so that we can continue to create uplifting and soul-nourishing programs during this critical time when our operations are extremely limited.

All video programs will be live streamed and viewed from yogafestmi.com over the weekend, to gain access go here to register, donate, and/or purchase a ticket!

What are the ticket options?

For this event, there are three ticket options which offer access to special events, gifts, and discounts.

  • General Admittance — Donations appreciated. This weekend’s content is available at no cost, but we welcome you to pay what you can by donating at check-out if you wish to support Song of the Morning further and help us continue our mission of sharing the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda, and Universal Yoga, and offering spiritual refreshment and relaxation for all truth thirsty souls.

  • Friend of the Ranch — $20. With this ticket you will receive all the wonderful video programs mentioned above, as well as a live and engaging experience via three Zoom calls scheduled throughout the weekend. Don’t miss your chance to hear from some of our most beloved presenters and ask them questions in person! Along with these Zoom calls, we are also offering a special discount on hatha yoga classes offered via Zoom from Song of the Morning Yoga Retreat. You will receive 50% off a four-class hatha yoga bundle, or a free drop-in class with your ticket purchase.

  • YogaFest Guardian — $60. While we are offering YogaFrost as a free event, we deeply appreciate your support so we can continue to create uplifting and soul-nourishing programs during this critical time when our operations are extremely limited. Purchasing this ticket is a great way to show your appreciation and support for Song of the Morning and YogaFest, and as a way of saying thank you we will gift you all of the mentioned offerings as well as an exclusive YogaFrost tote bag and free massage (or any holistic service) when you book a 2-night stay with us!

Discount information:

+ Learn more about Song of the Morning's Hatha Yoga Classes

Song of the Morning staffmember Shannon Lynn Smith (LMT, RYT-500, C-IAYT) is now hosting a weekly Golden Lotus style hatha yoga class via Zoom live from the Wheelhouse! With the purchase of a 'Friend of the Ranch' or 'YogaFest Guardian' YogaFrost ticket, you will receive a special discount code to use towards a free drop-in class or for 50% off a four-class package. All classes are streamed live every Saturday at 12 p.m. EST and give you access to the class recording for seven days. Golden Lotus is our signature Hatha Yoga style at Song of the Morning that was developed by our founder, Yogacharya J. Oliver Black, a direct disciple of Paramahansa Yogananda. These classes include techniques such as pranayama (life energy control), affirmations and meditation. Learn more about the classes here. You will receive the YogaFrost discount code via email soon!

 

+ Learn more about Personal Retreat and Massage Therapy at Song of the Morning

Song of the Morning is presently open for guests wishing to spend quiet time alone (or with a small group) to walk our shrine trails, reset, journal, reflect, meditate, and enjoy the tranquil waters of the Pigeon River. If you're interested in coming on Personal Retreat, please go here to read more about our safety measures and included offerings. With the purchase of a 'YogaFest Guardian' ticket, you will receive a free massage or holistic service when you book a 2-night stay at Song of the Morning! These holistic therapies include: Massage Therapy, Yoga Therapy, Reiki, and Private Yoga Sessions. To utilize this discount, just mention you're qualified when calling us to make your reservation! Simple as that.


Will I be able to watch YogaFrost videos after the event?

For the most part, yes! We will upload most YogaFrost programs to the Song of the Morning YouTube channel, and create a landing page on the YogaFest website. The best way to know when a video you are interested in is available is to subscribe to our YouTube channel, and you will be notified whenever a new video is uploaded. Our hope is to have all videos uploaded by the end of March, at the latest.

There are, however, a few exceptions. First, we will be taking down the full YogaFrost videos - comprising all 25+ hours of content - at the end of the day Sunday, February 21. Additionally, the live Zoom calls will not be made available at any point after YogaFrost; nor will you be able to see any of the many interludes between programs, which include beautiful nature footage, sacred songs, poems, and messages from the Song of the Morning community. The deepest and most enjoyable way to experience YogaFrost is by treating it as a live festival event, and participating in real time as it premieres. That said, we are happy to make the programs available afterward to watch and re-watch at your convenience!

I’m new to YogaFest … What’s it all about?

New to the YogaFest community and wondering what YogaFest in any other year is all about? Well, it’s pretty great and you can read all about it here. Due to the Covid pandemic, for 2020 we shifted the festival to be 100% online. YogaFest 2020 was a free festival which streamed online from Friday, July 24 through Sunday, July 26, feauturing over 50 hours of programming across two channels. Though the magic of being together in person was sorely missed, it was still a magical experience which offered everyone who participated - at least judging from the influx of enthusiastic feedback - with a deeply nourishing dive into spiritual Truth. You can learn all about it and how to access the video programs here.

I want to know what’s happening with YogaFest 2021 …

If you’re curious about what’s happening with this summer’s festival, the dates are set for July 22-25, but we don’t know at this point what YogaFest will look like as the Covid-19 pandemic continues to affect in-person events. Follow us on Facebook or join the Song of the Morning newsletter to be the first to know when we announce our summer plans. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we navigate an unprecedented situation.

I have another question …

Great! Please use the form at the right and someone from the YogaFest team - likely Monika Ford - will get back to you in a reasonable period of time. Thank you for your trust, patience, love, and support.

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Our dear friend Naren K. Schreiner invites us to YogaFrost!
 
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Our recently installed hand-crafted monument by Tom Wright displaying the symbols of the world’s major religions expresses how all truth-seekers are welcome at Song of the Morning as we journey together on the path towards Self-Realization.

Our recently installed hand-crafted monument by Tom Wright displaying the symbols of the world’s major religions expresses how all truth-seekers are welcome at Song of the Morning as we journey together on the path towards Self-Realization.