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3 Day Fire and Ice: Heal from the Inside Out Yoga Holiday in Bartlett, New Hampshire, USA
Bartlett Village House, 1374 Main Street, Route 302, Bartlett, New Hampshire, USA
Short Yoga Holiday in the USA
Escape to the serene beauty of the White Mountains for a weekend retreat that promises to rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit. Embrace the tranquility of the snow-covered landscapes as you embark on a two-day Nordic cycle experience designed to heal you from the inside out.
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Jana
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Highlights
- Experience 3 yoga classes
- Have 2 days of Nordic cycling
- Enjoy a half-day guided hike
- Participate in evening bonfires and stargazing
- A physical rejuvenation and connection
- Appreciate the health benefits of the "act of sweating"
- 2 nights in a shared or private guest room
- Daily dinners and breakfasts will be served
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
2 days with instruction in English
Group size: Maximum of 10 participants
Accommodation
Check-in Time:
16:00
Check-out Time:
12:00
Facilities
- Dining area
- Fireplace
- Kitchen
- Free Wi-Fi
- Ironing / ironing board
- Parking lot
The Bartlett Village House is a beautiful 7-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom private home sleeping 14 doubles and 11 singles comfortably. The home offers a unique getaway complete with New England charm. Beautifully decorated in antiques and original decor with just the right number of modern updates, you will never want to leave!
The Bartlett Village house is the perfect getaway for private groups. With three stories of living space and a private backyard, in walking distance to the Saco River and nearby hiking trails, there is plenty of space to spread out and come together. All linens and towels are included in your stay; however, please bring your toiletries.
Program
The setting in the White Mountains, surrounded by snow-covered peaks, adds a magical touch to this experience. The contrast between the cold, crisp air outside and the warm, birch-scented sauna inside creates a unique and rejuvenating atmosphere. Stepping into the sauna, you feel the immediate warmth enveloping you, inducing a soothing sensation. The act of sweating not only brings comfort but also serves as a cleansing process, releasing toxins from your body. It’s a mindful moment, allowing you to appreciate the health benefits and the positive impact on your well-being.
Exiting the sauna and braving the ice bath might seem challenging, but awareness of the potential health benefits empowers you! The shock of the cold water contrasts sharply with the warmth of the sauna, creating a refreshing and invigorating cycle for your body. With controlled breathing, you embrace the cold, knowing that you are doing something beneficial for your body and mind.
Warming up by the bonfire adds a social aspect to this experience. Sharing stories and experiences with new friends around the crackling flames creates a sense of camaraderie. The bonfire becomes a focal point for connection, laughter, and the shared appreciation of the unique activities of the weekend. Alternatively, retreating to a cozy indoor space to journal allows for personal reflection and introspection. Capturing the thoughts and feelings of the moment on paper solidifies the positive experiences, making them even more memorable.
Overall, the weekend promises not only physical rejuvenation but also a deep sense of well-being and connection. The combination of the magical winter wonderland surroundings, wellness activities, and social interactions sets the stage for a truly fulfilling and memorable experience.
Benefits of the Nordic cycle / hot and cold therapy:
- Increased blood flow volume
Switching from hot saunas to cold tubs causes the body to naturally increase the volume of blood flow. This happens when the body naturally constricts and dilates blood vessels. This effect also helps to improve vascular and cardiac response.
- Detox your body naturally
Quickly transitioning from a hot sauna to an ice plunge causes your body’s lymphatic system to get started. This system works to flush away toxins throughout your system, promoting cellular regeneration and ridding the body of the harmful byproducts of hard workouts.
- Natural skin rejuvenation
The cold plunge stage of contrast therapy minimizes skin pores rapidly, helping halt oil production that causes skin issues. This can help reduce acne, pimples, and blackheads, and even prevent blemishes. If blemishes are already an issue, contrast therapy helps reduce any swelling and redness to provide soothing relief for irritated skin. Cold exposure is a great way to keep acne from getting worse through effective inflammation reduction.
- Optimizes blood circulation
Quickly switching between hot and cold conditions jumpstarts the body’s responses, leading to the alternating between constriction and dilation of blood vessels. Aside from boosting blood flow for higher performance, it also improves vascular and cardiac response.
- Flushes lactic acid from muscles
Working out hard creates lactic acid buildup in the muscles, causing pain and soreness. This painful side effect can make it tempting to skip the workout. Helping reduce lactic acid pain normally requires rest, plenty of water, and increasing magnesium intake. They now know that contrast therapy is one of the best ways to quickly reduce lactic acid buildup. Studies have found that contrast therapy can help prevent too much lactic acid buildup, helping people recover from soreness and fatigue faster.
- Faster fatigue recovery and enhanced energy levels
One study in 2017 found that alternating between hot saunas and cold plunge tubs helped team sports players recover from fatigue within 24-48 hours of their game. However, it was also found that using an ice bath alone didn’t reproduce these results, indicating hot saunas and cold plunging work better when combined than alone.
- Can help prevent DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness)
Anyone who has suffered from DOMS knows working out is next to impossible once it sets in. When muscle soreness from intense workouts days earlier happens, it can hurt sports performance and increase the risk of injury. Studies have shown that contrast therapy helps lessen the effects of DOMS, reducing its severity in athletes when regularly practiced.
- Helps minimize inflammation
Combining time in hot saunas with ice plunges can help reduce inflammation in the joints and muscles. It can also help with autoimmune disorders that cause inflammation in the body.
- May help reduce the likelihood of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
A 20-year, 2,300-participant study by Dr. Jari Laukkanen and his colleagues at the University of Eastern Finland revealed that routine sauna sessions helped lower the chances that participants would suffer from both Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
Sample daily schedule
Day 1 - Friday
- Welcome circle and dinner
Day 2 - Saturday
- Coffee and tea
- Yoga class
- Breakfast
- Short nearby hike
- Nordic cycle
- Restorative yoga
- Dinner
- Bonfire and star gazing
Day 3 - Sunday
- Coffee and tea
- Yoga class
- Nordic cycle
- Departure circle
Included excursions
You will get to enjoy a half-day guided hike during your stay.
Instructors
Jana Olenio
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Jana teaches a Vinyasa Flow style of yoga on the mat and stand-up paddleboard yoga on the water. She began practicing yoga in 2004 with the hope to reduce stress and anxiety. She began teaching in 2009 after yoga positively transformed and healed her life far beyond her expectations. Her goal is to help others heal themselves by bringing the gift of yoga into the life of each student. Jana is also PaddleFit core certified and a Mistral SUP International ambassador.
Retreat location
The setting in the White Mountains
The White Mountains have long been known for their natural beauty and stimulating recreation. Whether you choose to explore the many mountain trails, visit the theme parks, do a little shopping at the outlet malls, go sightseeing, or go skiing, you’ll discover spectacular scenery, covered bridges, crystal clear rivers and lakes, picturesque towns and villages, and friendly people along the way.
White Mountains of New Hampshire are home to stunning waterfalls, relaxing swimming holes, and incredible wildlife, such as moose, black bears, loons, foxes, turkeys, and rainbow trout. You might spot some of this wildlife just by walking on one of the thousands of hiking trails in the White Mountains. You may also get an insider's glimpse of where wildlife lives by taking a moose tour. If you spend a little time in one of the state parks, you will witness some of New Hampshire's finest flora and fauna.
Food
This retreat includes 2 breakfasts and 2 dinners as well as drinks (coffee, water, tea) during your stay. Sup Yo Adventures recommends bringing any food items or snacks that you prefer to have on hand, especially if you have dietary restrictions/allergies.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
What's included
- 2 nights accommodation in a shared or private guest room
- 2 dinners and 2 breakfasts
- 3 yoga classes
- Welcome circle and dinner
- Half-day guided hike
- 2 days of Nordic cycling
- Evening bonfires and stargazing
What's not included
- Airfare
- Airport transfers
- Snacks + drinks not listed above
- Daily lunch
How to get there
Recommended Airports
MHT
Manchester–Boston Regional Airport
127 km
Transfer not provided
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 14% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
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