Date: November 12-14, 2021
Location: Yilan, Taiwan
Level: All levels are warmly welcomed
(Please note that this is an adult-exclusive retreat available to 18-year-old and over.)
What To Expect
Put down the phones together and communicate with the world attentively. Please do not disturb the environment, do not litter, do not maliciously attack others. Wear your most comfortable clothes and bring environmentally friendly tableware. Stay weird and stay unique.
Full schedule will be provided after booking is confirmed.
Yoga Instructor: Krystal
About
Krystal graduated from New York University with a Photography and Imaging Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree. Her inspirations are collected from her travels, nature, yoga and meditation. As a yoga instructor, Krystal strives to inspire and lead yogis by engaging the mind and body. She wants to make them feel comfortable on the mat, learn essential postures with correct alignment, and ensure a safe practice for everyone. Krystal’s approach is executed with an encouraging, down to earth and friendly vibe, with fun variations of some fitness and core exercise.
Insta @Kwiztoe
Experience
Private yoga instructor & studio yoga instructor
Clients: Customized private classes with individuals, small group classes, corporates, vacation villas, professional athletes…
Since July 2016 - Present, Taipei, Taiwan
Professional Courses & Certifications
2020: 20-Hour The Science of Well-Being with Professor Laurie Santos (Yale University via Coursera)
2019: 25-Hour Tokyo Japan Teacher Training with Maty Ezraty (Yoga Tree)
2018: 200-Hour Registered Yoga Teacher Training with Rachel Tsai (Fresh Yoga)
2018: 16-Hour Kids Yoga & Movements Teacher Training with Shany Hong (OM Factory)
2017: 30-Hour Immersion with Richard Freeman & Mary Taylor (Space Yoga)
2015: 200-Hour Registered Yoga Teacher Training with Adarsh Williams (Space Yoga)
Affiliations
Yoga Alliance, Member-2017-Present
Meditation Instructor: Jasmine
It is a path with heart. And I am simply learning to surrender along the way.
As a child of a yoga-loving, unabashedly spiritual family, I attended my first yoga classes at the age of fourteen. I began practicing on my own accord, and in earnest, after struggling with depression and mental health in high school. After falling into another rough patch–a very dark night of the soul–while going to university in New York, I decided to pursue a path aligned with my purpose.
So, at twenty-one years old, I headed to Mysore, India, to study classical hatha and yoga philosophy, before completing my yoga teacher training at Radiantly Alive, Bali, the year after. Since then, my yoga teaching journey has evolved and grown across a few continents, in diverse environments, and finally, returned to its roots in Taipei, where it all started–just as I have.
The yoga journey is, at this point, inextricable from who I am and why I am here, today. It is a part of me, yet there is so much more. It is a learning and a craft and a practice, yet–in it, there is something occurring, more than understanding.
I teach yin, flow, yoga stretch, and yin yang. Although my style has shifted to more gentle, allowing energies over time, I like teaching fun and flowy classes too. No matter the style—my classes are heart-centered and include seated meditation and mindful practices when appropriate.
As a teacher, my aim is to inspire a state of self-embodiment and radiate an accepting atmosphere. I am soft yet strong, lighthearted and prone to laughter, too. In the classroom, I love creating a nurturing and nourishing ambience for the practice. This is achieved through my use of voice, sequencing, thoughtful playlists, and an awareness of the students’ needs.
Insta @jasminehanley
Stay
The founders of Cerine Forest - Rok and Joyce, had a dream to build an art & healing village, therefore in 2017, they started to transform a deserted place left by their grandfather. Cerine Forest was designed and built entirely by Rok and Joyce - step by step, through bricks and woods.
Now that Cerine Forest has included 3 rooms and an 80 square-meter yoga space, with a large long dinner table suitable for gatherings which can also be lowered to become a classroom floor. The kitchen is located next to the terrarium where friends and family can cook and enjoy their meals together.
Last but not the least, the good news is their work is still ongoing. Rok and Joyce are still pursuing their dreams to expand the area, just to create creative and calm space.
If you still want to have your own space, we have private rooms to choose from:
Private Room A
(2 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom)
Private Room B
(1 Double Bed)
Private Room C
(1 Double Bed)
Nourish
The private kitchen will customize the dishes for us, which will change with the seasons and provide you with the freshest ingredients. Therefore, it may not be all as shown in the photo.
At Soul Barn, we aim for a healthy and balanced diet.
Sometimes, we create meals together, and sometimes we prepare delicious plant-based foods. We try our best to design the best recipe just for our group and change the menu time over time. This is a great opportunity to explore more new healthy recipes that are easy to prepare in daily life.
*Please let us know in advance if you have any food allergies or specific dietary requirements.
We also have an assortment of organic coffee, teas, water and juice, to keep your trip welcoming and nourishing.
Retreat Menu
Day 1 Dinner
Farmer Soup of Sponge Gourd and Fried Tofu
Bread with Garlic and Fresh Tomato Sauce, Catalunya Style
Countrystyle Salad of Roasted Pumpkin
Millet Rice Ball of Taiwan Tribe Rukai
Green Curry of Taro, Lotus Root and Vegetable
Ecologic Rice From Local Farmer
Rice Pudding of Plantain
Apple Vinegar x Fruits
Day 2 Lunch
Creamy Pumpkin Soup
Garden Salad with Mozzarella and Tomato
Eggplant and Vegetable Moussaka
Greek Pita
Tzatziki Sauce
Rice Ball of mushroom and Edamame From Local Farmer
Strawberry Daifuku
Lemon Verbena Herbal Tea
Day 3 Dinner
Borscht of Corn, Tomato and Vegetable
Cesar Salad
Bread of Cancun Bakery (Taiwan Wheat Flour Used)
Quince Jam with Cheese
Taiwanese Original Millet Rice Pancake with Plum Soy Sauce
Spanish Fideo with Saffron Pumpkin Vegetable Stew
Mixed Oat and Fruits Yogurt
Honey Lemon Butterfly Pea Flower Tea
Transportation
Distance from Jiaoxi Station
10 minutes by Car/Taxi
10-15 minutes by Bus
20-25 minutes by walk
*Transportation details will be informed one week prior to the event
Retreat Includes
2 nights accommodation
Hearty fresh light vegetarian breakfast
Delicious plant-based fusion meals: lunch & dinner (Please let us know in advance if you have any food allergies or specific dietary requirements.)
Yoga sessions including indoors and outdoors (Specific location will be decided according to the weather)
Calm and peaceful meditation sessions
Wellness workshop with one of our collaborating speakers
Mindful group activities specifically designed for self-discovery and self-awareness
Water and tea are served throughout the day
Parking lots
Wifi connection
Professional event photos
Travel insurance
Music and snacks
A great opportunity to unplug, experience and connect
Other special gifts
Retreat Price
Shared Room
Early Bird - CLOSED
Standard - SOLD OUT
Exclusive Members - SOLD OUT
*Why is the accommodation shared?
The purpose behind shared accommodation is to create closer bonds between the participants.
Private Room
Our staff will arrange either a double or a quadruple room for you, according to the number of attendees.
Early Bird - CLOSED
Standard - SOLD OUT
Exclusive Members - SOLD OUT
(Learn more about our exclusive membership)
How To Book?
We value your time and experience spent in Soul Barn Wellness more than anything - which makes these retreats a lifetime journey. Putting aside the opportunity to make money, we want to help create the most unforgettable experience for you, so our retreats do not accept more than 15 guests per group.
RESERVATION FORM:
Reservations are taken on a first come first serve basis. Please fill up this form and wait patiently while we process your request.REQUEST PROCESSED:
Once we receive your request, we’ll email you within 24 hours.PAYMENT PROCESSED:
You MUST add us on LINE (@soulbarn) and send a message providing the following information :Full Name:
Event date:
Reservations are taken on a first come first serve basis, and they do get sold up really quickly. Our team will provide our bank account information as soon as we receive your message.
P.S. If you do not have a LINE account, please contact us through Facebook @soulbarn.
PAYMENT PROCESSED:
Please proceed with the payment at your earliest convenience no later than 3 days after you receive our bank account information. Without receiving your payment, the booking system will cancel your reservation automatically. Don’t forget to provide the last five digits of your bank account number and the total amount you have transferred.PAYMENT COMPLETED:
Please wait patiently as our team members contact you shortly. The reservation is completed once the payment is received.RESERVATION COMPLETED:
See you very very soon!
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Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made 14 days or more in advance of the event date will receive a 100% refund. Cancellations made between 10 - 13 days of the event will receive a 40% refund. Cancellations made between 3 - 9 days of the event will receive a 10% refund. Cancellations made less than 48 hours are non-refundable unless there’s an emergency. However, the booking can be transferred to a different person if you’re unable to attend.
