https://marabranscombe.com/about-mara/As a mother, yogi, dancer, mindfulness leader, ceremonialist and spirit coach, Mara Branscombe finds great joy in guiding others along the path of self transformation. She is passionate about weaving the art of mindfulness, self-care, creativity, mind-body practices and earth based rituals into her offerings.
Mara was awakened to the potency of Hatha Yoga in India twenty years ago. She is a Mesa Carrier in the Incan Shaman lineage and offers Reiki, intuitive counselling and shamanic healing to her clients. Teaching yoga and meditation for the past twelve years, Mara weaves together her background as a dance artist, her practice in the shamanic tradition, and her twenty years of experience on her mat- naturally what arises is a fluid, transformative, and embodied practice.
Some events listed:
https://marabranscombe.com/events/Radiant Soul Yoga Retreat
When: January 4-11, 2020
Join Mara for 7 days at Yoga at The Haramara Resort- named one of the ?top 10 eco resorts in the world by Yoga Journal. Experience the bliss? and serenity of the sacred Huichol land, open to the powerful ocean ?and dive deep into your yoga and meditation practice.?? Spend 7 luxurious nights in Haramara’s breathtaking accommodations and ?enjoy 3 organic gourmet meals daily prepared by Haramara’s world class ?chefs. Experience 2 daily yoga classes (vinyasa and hatha) along with ?guided daily meditation, yoga philosophy, guided journaling sessions and shamanic practices for?cultivating inner radiance. Enjoy afternoons by the infinity pool,? private beaches, or take advantage of optional surf lessons and spa ?services. Take part in a traditional Temezcal (sweat lodge) and a shamanic fire ceremony to shed old ways of being and welcome in your radiant soul.
Retreat Cost:
Casa Grande $1600 USD (all women’s dormitory)
Quad Occupancy $1700 USD
Triple Occupancy $1850 USD
Double Occupancy $2050 USD
Single Occupancy $3000 USD
(We can find roommates for you if you are looking to share)
Early Bird Pricing: Pay in full by August 1st and get $150 off
A deposit of $500 USD will hold your spot. (non-refundable)
Includes food, accommodation, and all yoga classes. (air fair or shuttle to or from the PVR airport not included).
Spirit Counsel Mentorship Program
A unique 6 week program designed to cultivate personal vision through the art and practice of breath, mindfulness, creativity, writing, shamanic practices, nature based learning, journey work and rituals to invite personal transformation in. Learn how to recognize and release toxic thought patterns, and repetitive stories in your life. Learn how to move through major life transitions with mindful, moving, and awakening practices to bring your personal visions and goals closer to your reality. This program is open to anyone. Many yoga teachers, healers, artists and those shifting careers have found this program to be life altering.
Cost: $888 for 6 Week Program, $150 for a Private Healing Session
Wanderlust Festival
When: August 1 – 4th, 2019
Where: Whistler, BC
Mara is thrilled to return for her third time to teach at the Wanderlust Festival in Whistler. Her classes this year will be focussed on Ritual, Breath-Work, Meditation, Expressive Movement and Shamanic Journey Work.
For more information on Mara at Wanderlust, click here.
Art of Ritual – *Spring Edition*
4 Week Interactive Online Study
4 Live and Recorded Zoom Sessions
May 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th + June 6th, 2019 from 6 – 7pm (PST)
Note: If you are looking for a pre-recorded course to do on your own time, Navigate would be great for you! This study includes live and interactive sessions.
*Learn how to weave Ritual and Mindfulness into your daily life to increase inner peace, balance, creativity, and personal transformation.
*Experience and learn how to conduct New Moon and Full Moon Rituals.
*Learn how to work with the elements, the directions, the minerals, and the plant allies for inner strength and your ability to stay grounded and manifest your dreams.
*Discover how to track your triggers/stressors and come away from this course with tools to liberate yourself from old ways of living.
*Experience shamanic journeying to receive insights and healing from the past and present life experiences.
*Learn about the Shamanic Path and how to “dream your life into being” through attitude, daily practice, and intention.
Participants will be given exercises to practice during the weeks in between the sessions and will also receive a recorded meditation, a ceremonial yoga class, a movement meditation, and a Yoga Nidra audio recording as part of the course.
Each Participant will be given a time for a private zoom call (20 minutes) to ask personal questions and receive counsel from your guide Mara Branscombe.
Come away from this course with skills and tools to unearth the power of the “Ritualist” inside you.
All Zoom sessions will be recorded and participants will receive links but are highly encouraged to participate in the live sessions.
You can submit payment by clicking the button below or by e-transfer to riseyoga@gmail.com.
Cost: $199 USD
