2024 Illumination Yoga Festival
The Illumination Yoga Festival is a celebration of community and wellness. Together we will enjoy a high vibration day of yoga classes, somatic experiences, delicious food, shopping, and prizes.
Join us on Sunday July 7th from 10 AM to 3:30 PM at the picturesque Hayloft at Moon Shine Farm.
100% of net proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to local organizations that shine a light on our community.
Lets Illuminate!
The Illumination Yoga Festival is a celebration of community and wellness. Together we will enjoy a high vibration day of yoga classes, somatic experiences, delicious food, shopping, and prizes.
Join us on Sunday July 7th from 10 AM to 3:30 PM at the picturesque Hayloft at Moon Shine Farm.
100% of net proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to local organizations that shine a light on our community.
Lets Illuminate!
The Illumination Yoga Festival is a celebration of community and wellness. Together we will enjoy a high vibration day of yoga classes, somatic experiences, delicious food, shopping, and prizes.
Join us on Sunday July 7th from 10 AM to 3:30 PM at the picturesque Hayloft at Moon Shine Farm.
100% of net proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to local organizations that shine a light on our community.
Lets Illuminate!
Sunday July 7th 10-3:30pm
Festival Lineup
(subject to change)
10:00- 10:15
Welcome & Intention Setting
10:15-10:45
Vinyasa Slow flow with Rebecca
11:00-11:30
Intuitive Fitness Flow with Julie
11:45-12:15
Pilates with Nicole
12:30-1:00pm
Freedom Dance with Ash
1:15-1:45
Empowered Flow with Bianca
2:00-2:30
Yin Yoga with Jackie
2:30-3:00
Sound Bath with Heather
3:00-3:30
Parting Gratitude Practice
Rock Star Status
All of these amazing classes are included in your ticket! Choose the sessions that are calling to you, or attend them all.
You will receive a crystal star for every class you join in on!
How many will you take home?
The Venue
The Hayloft at Moon Shine Farm
The Hayloft at Moon Shine Farm is a beautiful barn venue offering picturesque views of the Adirondacks and the Black River Valley and ample indoor & outdoor space.
The farm is owned by Robin and Pamela Hoskins. They purchased the property as a working dairy farm in June of 2003 which they lovingly operated for years. In 2013 they renovated their beautiful family farm’s hayloft into a magical place where lifelong memories can be made.
The heart and history of American rural community can be felt on this property.
The perfect venue for a charitable yoga festival!
Nourishment
Divine Catering
Lunch is included in your ticket and will be served between the hours of 11-1.
Help your self to a vibrant taco bar prepared by Chef Heath Loomis of Divine Catering.
This heavenly taco bar will also feature vegetarian, dairy & gluten free options.
Shopping
Holistic Mini Market
Local artisans will be showcasing their products at the Illumination festival.
Please visit Geodestic Love, Barefoot Gardens, Soul to Home Macrame, Adirondack Crystalry, BohoRi SoulSpeaker Jewelry, Soul Shine Designs, Welded Memories by Reed & Reed Designs, IFLY Creations, Willow & Crow, Crystal Harmony, and Connely Farms. Our list continues to grow :)
Shop local and enjoy!
Meet the Teachers
Rebecca Nicosia
Owner of My Essential Yoga Certified 200RYT®
Rebecca Nicosia, owner of My Essential Yoga and a certified 200RYT since 2021, embarked on her yoga journey over a decade ago, discovering its profound benefits for physical and mental well-being. Based in Broome and Tioga County, NY, she offers a variety of classes both in person and online, including Yin, Vinyasa, Hatha, and Chair Yoga. Committed to inclusivity, Rebecca specializes in teaching beginners and special populations like seniors. Currently pursuing a Children’s Yoga Instructor Certification and a 500-hour RYT, she aims to make yoga accessible to all.
Rebecca’s Class
Slow Flow Vinyassa Yoga
Slow Flow Vinyasa class is the perfect way to ease into your yoga festival experience! Led by Rebecca Nicosia, this 30-minute session offers a gentle yet invigorating introduction to Vinyasa style yoga. Designed with beginners in mind, the class will challenge participants while fostering a supportive and encouraging environment. Join us to cultivate strength, flexibility, and inner peace as we flow through mindful movements and breath work. All levels are welcome, so come as you are and let's flow together!
Julie Dafoe
Certified in Personal Training, Zumba Fitness, Step fitness, Aerobics, Tae bo Kickboxing, Ball Stability, Reflexology, and Thai Stretching
Julie’s first certification in fitness was in 1981. Little did she know that first class would lead her to SEVERAL more. Her thirst for learning new things about fitness was overwhelming and led to life long learning of alternative healing. With background in kinesiology, muscle testing, sound therapy and Ayurveda, Julie’s love is to share her experiences and give those who want it, suggestions on how to deal life’s hurdles. How to listen to their own body and act on what feels good.
Julie’s Class
Intuitive Fitness Flow
Intuitive Fitness Flow led by Julie Dafoe encourages you to move with rhythmic music while strengthening and stretching your muscles. Play with balance and posture and tone during this 30 minute invigorating and fun class. No matter where you are in your practice, julie will meet you there. Come give it a try!
Nicole Sadowski
Owner of Spin Sanity on the Hill. By Nicole Certified in Mat 101 beginner and Fundamental Pilates, Mat 102 Intermediate and Advanced Pilates
Native to Hampton Bays, LI, Nicole is the owner of Spin Sanity on the Hill Fitness Studio, Middle School Nurse, Future Flying Falcons Coach, Runner, Mom of 4 and avid business entrepreneur. Although she is adept at juggling multiple roles, she is a powerhouse of energy and motivation. She's been leading the charge in the fitness world in the North Country since 2020. Nicole lives and breathes what she teaches and is dedicated to her clients' total health and wellness. She offers unrivaled Spin Classes, Bootcamp, Pilates, Power Pilates, and Hot HIIT Pilates Fusion. Her classes aren't just about exercise; they're about transformation. With unparalleled instruction and feedback, Nicole's classes will leave you feeling motivated like never before, pushing you to achieve your fitness goals with her expertise and unmatched energy.
Nicole’s Class
Pilates with Nicole
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, in this dynamic class, Nicole will guide you through a variety of Pilates movements, focusing on proper form and alignment. Participants will benefit from improved core strength, increased flexibility, enhanced posture, and heightened body awareness. Through a combination of mat work and body weight exercises, you'll leave feeling energized, refreshed, and empowered, ready to tackle the remainder of the day.
Ash Fletcher M.Ed.
Owner of Wholesome Living, Certified 200-EYT®
Ash is the director of Wholesome Living, Inc. a local educational nonprofit organization that is dedicated to promoting healthy and regenerative practices. Hailing from South Dakota she arrived to NY from Guatemala, and has traveled and lived in 15 countries always seeking new experiences and being invited to teach. Ash has instructed yoga, many forms of dance, Pilates, and most recently aerial yoga. She offers shamanic sound healing, cacao ceremony, blue lotus ceremony, yoga hikes, and 3 retreats each year to destinations like Guatemala, Puerto Rico, and the Adirondacks.
Ash’s Class
Freedom Dance
Lifelong dancer and yogini, Ash, will guide you on a 30-minute journey through the limitless forms of expression that we experience in dance. During this beginner appropriate session Ash will invite your mind, body, and heart to dance with freedom. This session will introduce you to the magic of your chakra system and will also enable you to immediately feel the benefits of release through movement. Ash will offer you ease, and encouragement to be yourself and to unblock energy flowing within you.
Bianca M DeLuco
Owner of Full Lotus Yoga & Wellness, Certified Yoga and Pilates Instructor, Breathwork Facilitator and Holistic Nutritionist
Bianca is certified in yoga, breathwork, pilates and nutrition. Her goal is to help you identify what you truly want in life, uncover what is holding you back and empower you to take action toward the life of your dreams. While studying psychology Bianca was introduced to the mind-body-spirit connection, which completely transformed her life. She believes that in order to live a fulfilled and abundant life we must be well in body, mind and soul; this is why her signature approach to coaching and healing is centered in mind-body-spirit teachings. Bianca's work fuses inner healing techniques with positive thinking and spiritual connection to create a holistic approach to becoming your best self and creating your best life. She truly believes that you can be, do and have everything that your heart desires. Bianca uses her wisdom and experiences to help awaken others to their true potential.
Bianca’s class
Empowered Flow
Empowered flow combines the strength and intensity of power yoga with the strengthening and toning benefits of pilates. It offers a challenging workout that focuses on building strength, flexibility, and endurance, while also promoting mindful movement and breath awareness. Join Bianca for this igniting flow.
Jackie Halladay
Certified Yoga & Yin Yoga Teacher
Jackie been a Nurse for over 30 years. She has always loved the Holistic approach to healing and found yoga due to having some health issues. She became a certified Yoga instructor and has been teaching Yoga for 8 years at Double Play Community Center and various venus throughout the area. Jackie teaches a classical style of Yoga and Yin Yoga.
Jackie’s Class
Yin Yoga
As we age Yin helps keep us mobile and provides physical, mental, emotional and energetic benefits. Yin Yoga is a more passive style of Yoga, slower paced, holding poses for 3-5 minutes. During this 30 minute class Jackie will guide you in targeting your connective tissue, ligaments, joints, and fascia. This practice is the perfect way to begin to wind down from beautiful day of activity.
Heather Hurd
Owner of Kelpytown Kove, Certified E-RYT® 200, YACEP® Yoga Teacher, Certified Meditation Guide, Certified Practitioner of Sound and Vibrational Therapies, Reiki Practitioner
Heather found her love for spiritual healing through listening to guided meditations and watching her attitude towards life shift in a very positive and healthy direction. Her thirst for knowledge to share led her to become certified in yoga, mindfulness, meditation, reiki, and most recently sound healing. Whether she is teaching classes or workshops in her studio, hosting retreats at Kelpytown Kove, or abroad, Heather creates and holds safe space for people to explore these healing and empowering practices.
Heather’s Class
Sound Bath
A Sound bath is a meditative experience whereby you “bathe” in the sounds and vibrations produced by different instruments such as gongs, chimes, drums, and crystal bowls. During a sound bath, the brainwave state is altered from normal waking state (beta) to relaxed state (alpha), dreamlike state (theta), and even restorative state (delta). It is in this state that deep healing can occur. Join Heather as we close out the 2024 Illumination Festival in harmony.
Illuminating Our Community
Shining a Light on Those in Need
To add to the already high vibration of the festival, this year we are paying it forward.
100% of net proceeds from ticket sales will be donated:
50% Lewis County Traumatic Response Team - The Lewis County Traumatic Loss Team is a collaborative effort of volunteers with a rich diversity of personal experience and professional skills, backgrounds and expertise available to provide supportive services to agencies, businesses and/or individuals in Lewis County who have experienced a recent suicide or sudden traumatic loss.
50% Tomorrow Needs You - Boonville, NY based Suicide Awareness non-profit. Tomorrow needs you awards scholarships to students pursuing a career in in the mental health field.
And, who doesn’t love a basket raffle?
Five raffle tickets are included in your ticket price!
We will have additional tickets available should you wish to purchase.
100% of the funds raised from the basket raffle will also be donated to Tomorrow Needs You and the Lewis County Traumatic Loss Team!
50/50 to benefit North Country Pet Adoption Agency
Mustn’t forget about the fur babies while we are at it!
What Does Your Ticket Include?
Access to ALL Seven Main Stage Classes
Crystal Rock Star For Each Class You Attend
Lunch- Taco Bar Prepared By Chef Loomis
Access to a Holistic Mini Market Featuring Local Artisans
Five Basket Raffle Tickets
Affirmation Card
Chance to Win a Prize
Are you ready?
Of course you are!
This festival is open to all men & women ages 16+. Our teachers are very experienced and will meet you wherever your at, from beginner to practitioner.
Let’s gather and illuminate this beautiful community.
Ticket sales are non-refundable.