2026 Schedule

Thursday, July 23

10:00AM - 12:00PM - MFR Yoga Root to Crown - Karen Billberry (Indiana) - Harmonie Verein - What better way is there to start your Festival journey then through centering your mind, feeling your body, and deepening your spirit connection within? A session focused on opening, aligning and cleansing the Chakras using balls, blocks, blankets, bolsters, belts, and chanting. Whether you are new to Chakras or well versed, you’ll leave feeling centered, grounded and empowered. There will be a brief educational piece on each Chakra as we journey thru Root to Crown.

10:00AM - 12:00PM - Energetic Healing in the Akashic Records - Grace Lindsay (Kansas City, KS) - Oaks Crossing Conference Center - Akashic Record Workshop & Guided Meditation Emphasizing Energetic Healing - Join Grace Lindsay to connect with the realm of the soul for a deep and meaningful experience in the dimension of Light called the Akashic Records. Grace will explain what the Akashic Records are, how to access them, and how to receive healing as well as information from this sacred resource. She will lead the audience in a guided meditation in the Records that focuses on energetic healing, including emotional, mental, or spiritual healing, as well as physical healing. Everyone in the room will experience something different and unique to their situation, and it has the potential to be a rich experience for attendees. After the guided meditation, Grace will answer audience questions and invite participants to share their experiences in the Records.

12:00PM - 1:30PM - Lunch provided by Mosaic Café and Catering - Ebenezer Fellowship Hall - Carrot Ginger Soup, Quinoa, Roasted Beet and Citrus Salad w/Arugula, Pumpkin Seeds and Lemon Vinaigrette, *Side of Feta*, Fresh Berry and Mint Cup.

1:30PM - 3:30PM - Roll and Renew Yoga with Myofascial Therapy Balls - Jill Dunlap (Wildwood, MO)- Harmonie Verein - Give your body the care it deserves with a deeply revitalizing practice that releases tension, builds strength, and restores balance from the inside out. This two-hour Hatha Yoga class blends traditional asana, breathwork, and modern self-care into a grounded, therapeutic experience. The practice begins with pranayama to regulate the nervous system and cultivate awareness to the breath, then moves through a strength-focused sequence designed to build stability and balance. Yoga Tune Up® therapy balls are interwoven throughout the class to target areas of tension and restriction and help improve mobility, reduce pain, and enhance body awareness. Class will wind down with restorative poses to support deep relaxation and integration. Come explore the intersection of yoga and embodied self-care.

1:30PM - 3:30PM - Japa Yoga – from Sound to Silence - Swami Sankarananda (West Virginia) - Oaks Crossing Conference Center - This workshop is 2/3 practice and 1/3 theory and principles. It is for all ages and all levels. Japa Yoga consists of chanting a Divine word or phrase repetitively. Those who practice know it as the best purifier of thought, word and deed in this Kali Yuga. It is widely known that meditation rewires the brain in deeply beneficial ways. It is less widely known that repeating sacred mantra does the same in even less time. The better the practice the faster the transformation. Join us as we explore the relationship between mind, thought, mantra, and happiness. This workshop focuses primarily on practice, with discussion of the science of sound through our program.

4:00PM - 6:00PM - Vinyasa Flow - Deconstructed with Live Hand Pan Music - Melissa Duchatschek (Washington, MO) with Ben von Harz (St. Louis, MO) on Hand Pan - Harmonie Verein - The Sanskrit word "vinyasa" translates to "to place in a special way" or "linking," emphasizing the connection between the breath and movement. This practice will begin by exploring different options/modifications for flowing through Surya Namaskar A/B (Sun Salutation A/B). The intention is for participants to leave with more confidence in their ability to move safely through these sequences. Expect to learn how to use props to help build the strength necessary to perform Chaturanga and step through to Warrior, to learn how to modify both A and B series to make them accessible to you, and how to become more comfortable linking movement to breath in a faster paced flow. After the workshop portion of this session, you will be led through an all levels vinyasa flow practice where you will be encouraged to incorporate what you learned. Ben von Harz will enhance our practice by playing hand pan in the background. The session will conclude with a relaxing Savasana.

4:00PM - 6:00PM - Soul in Motion: Movement, Creativity & Awakening - Jenna Angeleigh Israel  (Sedona, AZ) - Oaks Crossing Conference Center - Come move, create, and awaken a deeper connection with yourself in this heart-centered experiential workshop. Through gentle movement, meditation, and the creative process of SoulCollage®, participants will explore different aspects of the self with curiosity, compassion, and play. This supportive and embodied experience invites you to open your heart, access inner wisdom, and reconnect with authentic expression — leaving you feeling more grounded, inspired, and connected to your true self. No artistic or movement experience is needed — only a willingness to explore and say yes to yourself.

6:00PM - 7:15PM - Dinner provided by Mosaic Café and Catering - Ebenezer Fellowship Hall - Vegetable Curry w/ Cauliflower, Carrots and Greens, Basmati Rice, *Side of Raita*, Almond Date Bites.

7:15 - 9:15 PM - Myo Yin/Yang Yoga - Kathy Kessler (Augusta, MO) with Jaya Lakshmi (Eugene, OR) - Harmonie Verein - Kathy Kessler will lead a Myo Yin/Yang Yoga Practice, sharing her passion for John F. Barnes Myofascial Release® (MFR), Yang and Yin Yoga, while Jaya Lakshmi provides live music for the practice.  They will collaborate to bring you an offering with 2 hours of movement and play for the yang portion and yin yoga for rest and stretching. Explore the concepts of JFB MFR® while contract relax, rebounding, unwinding, self care tools, and visualization practices are threaded into this practice to deepen your experience through resonance listen and creating the conditions to release your fascial web.  

7:15 - 9:15 PM - Heart & Coherence: A Heart-Opening Yoga Class - Regan Caruthers(Washington, MO) - Oaks Crossing Conference Center - This class blends heart-opening movement, breathwork, and gentle backbends with an introduction to the research and simple, practical techniques of the HeartMath Institute. Participants will explore how the heart helps regulate the nervous system and supports emotional balance. Expect an accessible, nourishing practice that weaves ancient yogic wisdom with modern science, leaving you feeling open, grounded, and connected to the intelligence of the heart.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THURSDAY!

Please purchase your first selection for a practice at the festival, purchase the number of sessions you would like for the entire festival, after completing the purchase, add yourself to each and every session you plan to attend, as class sizes are limited.  Meals count as a session, please keep this in mind when you choose your package and sign up.  If you need assistance please call Kathy Kessler 314-369-6804 or Halcyon Spa 636-228-4110.

Friday, July 24

7:30AM - 9:30AM - Lymphatic Flow - Amber Jacober (St. Augustine FL) - Harmonie Verein -  Experience the purifying blend of Yoga, Qigong, and Self-Lymphatic Massage in this workshop designed to support overall health. The often ignored lymphatic system is important for managing fluid retention and inflammation, and maintaining healthy detoxification, circulation, and immune function! Begin with a dynamic Yoga Flow and Qigong practice, paired with breathwork to stimulate your energy and blood flow, preparing you for the deeper benefits of Lymphatic Massage. Then be guided through a step-by-step lymphatic self-massage that will help to move stagnant fluid, detox the body, and assist in recovery from the active practice. Take home a written step-by-step guide of the Self-Lymphatic Massage sequence, so you can incorporate this self-care ritual into your routine at home! Suitable for all levels of experience. 2 CEUs eligible for Yoga Alliance Certified Yoga Instructors.

10:00AM - 12:00PM - Cultivate Compassion through Partner Yoga - co-lead by Amber Jacober (St. Augustine, FL) and Kathy Kessler (Augusta, MO) - Harmonie Verein - Cultivate compassion in this heart-opening partner yoga workshop designed to deepen connection, and appreciation for yourself and others. Through playful movement, supportive postures, laughter and communication, you’ll experience the joy of shared experience. As you safely move in unison with your partner, assist each other in stretches and common yoga postures, you will discover shared balance, strength, and a different kind of support than props can offer. This practice is designed to encourage self-awareness, and strengthen trust, and communication. Leave feeling grounded, uplifted, and gain a deeper sense of compassion. Come with a partner or by yourself and we’ll pair you up with a new friend! No experience necessary, all bodies are welcome. **Registration is per person. Each attendee must register separately.**

10:00AM - 12:00PM - The Way of Water - Angela L. Chostner (St. Louis, MO) - Oaks Crossing Conference Center - Honor your spirit through water ritual and heart opening meditation, followed by community watercolor painting that unleashes inner joy. Playful, expressive, accessible. No experience necessary. **There is a $10 supply fee per person that you pay at the venue the day of the session.** 

12:00PM - 1:30PM - Lunch provided by Mosaic Café and Catering - Ebenezer Fellowship Hall - Chilled Cucumber Avocado Soup w/Lemon and Dill, Lentil and Grilled Vegetable Salad w/Herbed Olive Oil, *Goat Cheese on the side*, Coconut Chia Pudding.

1:30PM - 3:30PM - Vocal Empowerment through Mantra & Yoga (Workshop) - Jaya Lakshmi (Eugene, OR) - Harmonie Verein - Learn to unlock and explore the power of your own voice through chanting & singing mantra, toning, special breath techniques and yogic practices. Working with sound is an essential part of the ancient science of yoga, the aim of which is to unite and empower body, mind and spirit, to liberate oneself from density and negativity, ultimately realizing a state of unconditional inner bliss and harmony.  

1:30PM - 3:30PM - Guided Meditation Sound Journey (maximum 12 people) - Eileen Wolfington (St. Louis, MO) - Oaks Crossing Conference Center - Your body is a finely tuned instrument designed to respond to frequencies that can calm your mind, soothe your soul, and revitalize your entire well-being. Join me to melt away stress, tension, and anxiety. Allow yourself to feel refreshed, balanced, and at peace as you immerse yourself in the vibrational sounds of crystal quartz and Tibetan singing bowls, chimes, an ocean drum, a rain stick, and more. Whether you choose to sit or lie down, allow yourself to be transported to a place of inner tranquility.

1:30PM - 3:30PM - Myofascial Release Skills Workshop for Therapists: Learn, Practice, Receive (maximum 6 people) - Judy Raugewitz (Odessa, MO) - Halcyon Spa - This is a small-group, hands-on learning environment. Participants will practice, learn and refine MFR techniques. In the workshop we will address areas where you will "personally" benefit from MFR treatment and learn how to apply techniques effectively to clients fostering both professional growth and self care. Whether you’re new to MFR or looking to expand your skills, this class will help you integrate more effective, intuitive, and client-centered techniques into your practice.  Please wear comfortable clothing, shorts and t-shirts are best in order to reach the body with hands-on techniques.

4:00PM - 6:00PM - Pelvic Floor Myofascial Release (MFR) Yoga - Sarah Helle (Glen Carbon, IL) - Harmonie Verein - This gentle, integrative class focuses on creating balance, awareness, and support within the pelvic floor through mindful movement, meditation, and Myofascial Release–inspired yoga. Participants will explore the pelvic floor as the deep root of the body, cultivating connection, stability, and ease. The class is accessible to all levels and is appropriate for anyone interested in understanding and supporting pelvic floor health.

4:00PM - 6:00PM - Guided Meditation Sound Journey (maximum 12 people) - Eileen Wolfington (St. Louis, MO) - Oaks Crossing Conference Center - Your body is a finely tuned instrument designed to respond to frequencies that can calm your mind, soothe your soul, and revitalize your entire well-being. Join me to melt away stress, tension, and anxiety. Allow yourself to feel refreshed, balanced, and at peace as you immerse yourself in the vibrational sounds of crystal quartz and Tibetan singing bowls, chimes, an ocean drum, a rain stick, and more. Whether you choose to sit or lie down, allow yourself to be transported to a place of inner tranquility.

6:00PM - 7:15PM - Dinner provided by Mosaic Café and Catering - Ebenezer Fellowship Hall - Baked Acorn Squash Stuffed w/Quinoa, Cranberries, Herbs and Toasted Pecans, Sautéed Garlic Green Beans, Poached Pear w/Cardamom and Coconut Cream.

7:15PM - 9:15PM -  Somatic Dance: Stars in Motion: The Sage's Journey ~ A Sagittarian Ceremony Building Toward the Aquarius Full Moon - Bex Feltmann (Washington, MO) - Harmonie Verein - Stars in Motion is a holistic health and well-being practice that weaves cosmic wisdom, somatic movement, and vibrational medicine into ceremonial healing experiences. This is where the sky meets the body—ancient wisdom translated into embodied medicine for mind, body, and spirit. Each ceremony is designed for the specific cosmic moment we're living through. With this practice, we honor the waxing Sagittarius Moon—the seeker, the adventurer, the truth-teller—while building sacred energy toward the Aquarius Full Moon. What You'll Experience: • A mini astrology lesson exploring current planetary alignments • Intentional altar elements aligned with the cosmic themes • A somatic ceremonial arc guiding you from stillness through release to renewal • Specially curated music to evoke emotional expression, catharsis, and grounding • Bach® Flower Essences offered for emotional balance and integration. This isn't just dance—it's embodied astrology, vibrational medicine, sacred ceremony, and holistic healing woven together. No experience required. Just wear comfortable clothes, bring water, and come with an open heart.

7:15PM - 9:15PM - Into Stillness: Restorative Yoga, Nidra & Sound Journey - Allison Chrisman (Washington, MO) - Oaks Crossing Conference Center - Into Stillness is a practice of deep listening, a chance to arrive fully in your body, notice, soften, and settle. This evening class offers a space where nothing is required and rest itself becomes the practice. We blend restorative yoga, sound, and Yoga Nidra to support the body and mind as they unwind, release tension, and open into ease. The session begins with grounding and gentle awareness, bringing attention to the breath and the body. The heart of the practice is restorative yoga. Using supportive props, each posture is designed to encourage complete release. As the body is fully supported, the body and nervous system are invited to soften, settle, and move into a state of calm and presence. The props provide comfort and support, inviting you to relax on purpose, without effort or expectation. The class concludes with Yoga Nidra and a sound journey, featuring the gong, octave steel tongue drum, meditation chimes, and ocean drum. The layers of sound guide the nervous system into calm, helping the mind and body rest fully. This is your space to arrive, listen, and rest deeply - a pause in the middle of a busy world.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR FRIDAY! 

Please purchase your first selection for a practice at the festival, purchase the number of sessions you would like for the entire festival, after completing the purchase, add yourself to each and every session you plan to attend, as class sizes are limited.  Meals count as a session, please keep this in mind when you choose your package and sign up.  If you need assistance please call Kathy Kessler 314-369-6804 or Halcyon Spa 636-228-4110.

Saturday, July 25

7:30AM - 9:30AM - Sunrise Flow Yoga - Elaine Blackmur ( Washington, MO) - Harmonie Verein - Expect Sun Salutations (and Sun Salutation variations), chest openers (opening the heart), twists, safe inversions, balance, all the bends (forward, side, & back), and a few strength postures as well (side planks, including on hand and forearm, dolphin), and more. There will opportunities throughout the practice for reflection and meditation. Elaine states, "When I lead Yoga, I always offer options and modifications so everyone feels content and successful after Savasana. The breath and staying in the present moment are the focal points of my classes."

7:30AM - 9:30AM - Communing with Nature: Exploring the Sacred Connection Between You and Mother Earth - Jenna  Angeleigh Israel (Sedona, AZ) - Oaks Crossing Conference Center - Step into the embrace of the natural world and embark on a profound journey of self-discovery and healing. Join us for a transformative retreat experience as we delve into the rich tapestry of our connection with Mother Earth and uncover the profound wisdom and healing she offers. What to Expect: Healing Power of Nature: Immerse yourself in the restorative energy of the natural world and discover how it can support your journey of healing and transformation. Through guided practices and contemplative experiences, you'll learn to attune to the rhythms of nature and harness its profound healing potential for body, mind, and soul. Silent Walk on the Katy Trail: Embark on a silent journey along the serene paths of the Katy Trail, allowing yourself to be enveloped by the tranquility of nature. As you walk in mindful silence, open your heart and senses to receive the powerful messages that nature is eager to share with you, guiding you towards deeper insight and connection. Exploring Personal Relationship with Nature: Through reflective exercises and group discussions, delve into your personal relationship with the natural world. Explore your unique connections, memories, and experiences with nature, and uncover the ways in which it has shaped your journey and nurtured your soul. Join Us: Experience the transformative power of reconnecting with Mother Earth and rediscover the profound wisdom and healing that awaits you in the natural world. "Communing with Nature" invites you to journey deep into the heart of nature, where you'll find solace, renewal, and a sense of belonging.

10:00AM - 12:00PM - Sattva Yoga Journey - Jaya Lakshmi (Eugene, OR) - Harmonie Verein - A two hour yoga practice with pranayama (breath practice), asana (postures & movement), meditation, mantra, mudra. This is a transformative and fun practice that will clear and uplift your energy on all levels. We’ll begin with pranayama (breath) and spinal warm-ups, moving into a slow-medium vinyasa flow, then more restorative postures, eventually cooling down to rest in sivasana. The last part of the journey is seated meditation, and includes specific kriyas (evolutionary actions) that usually include mantras, mudras, breath and movement. All are welcome. 

10:00AM – 12:00PM - Cacao Heart Activation: An Opening into Sacred Devotion - Jenna Angeleigh Israel (Sedona, AZ) - Oaks Crossing Conference Center - Join me for a powerful and intentional cacao ceremony designed to awaken and deepen your connection to the heart. For centuries, cacao has been honored in ceremonial traditions as a heart-opening plant ally. As we gather in intentional space, we will sit with the medicine resting over our hearts and move through guided somatic practices, meditation, and reflective journaling. This experience is an invitation to soften, open, and reconnect with the sacred intelligence within you. The cacao serves as a gentle guide — helping you access deeper layers of love, truth, and inner wisdom. Step into a space where your heart becomes your guide. Come with openness. Leave feeling grounded, connected, and heart-awakened.

12:00PM - 1:30PM - Lunch provided by Mosaic Café and Catering - Ebenezer Fellowship Hall - Miso Vegetable Soup w/Grilled Tofu, Mushrooms, Bok Choy and Scallions, Roasted Sweet Potato and Kale Salad w/Sunflower Seeds and Tahini Dressing, Oat and Almond Energy Balls.

1:30PM - 3:30PM - Master The Nervous System, Master Your Life - Tim Appelbaum (St. Louis, MO) - Harmonie Verein - Master The Nervous System, Master Your Life is a class that goes deep into the nervous system.  It includes Polyvagal Theory, Ayurveda, breathwork; as well as giving you real life tools to shift your state. This class is the culmination of all my experience and time in combat, teaching kids, cage fighting, and yoga knowledge. The difference between this class and others, is you will receive real tools, protocols, and strategies to take control of your own life. 

1:30PM - 3:30PM - Pocket of Stillness - SiriAtma Kaur (St. Louis, MO) - Oaks Crossing Conference Center - Step into a pocket of stillness after lunch. This immersive workshop offers a guided visualization inspired by hypnotherapy, inviting you into a dreamy, relaxed state where the mind softens and inner awareness awakens. All you need is a willingness to rest and receive. The journey flows into a nourishing gong sound healing, where resonant vibrations help clear, ground, and integrate what’s been revealed. Come as you are and allow yourself to be carried by sound, imagery, and deep rest. You'll leave feeling refreshed, centered, recharged, and gently re-enchanted.

1:30PM - 3:30PM - FREEDOM!: What is Bondage, What is Freedom and How to be Free - Swami Sankarananda (West Virginia) - Ebenezer Fellowship Hall - Summary: ”Break the invisible chains of the mind and reclaim your inherent liberty. Join us for an empowering exploration of what it truly means to be free, moving from the prison of habit to the vastness of your unlimited Self." Overview: "We often define freedom as the ability to do what we want, yet we remain slaves to our impulses, fears, and past conditioning. In this Satsang, we will examine the yogic definition of 'Bandha' (bondage) and 'Moksha' (liberation). Drawing from the Vivekachudamani and the Yoga Sutras, we will investigate how our attachments and aversions create a self-imposed prison that obscures our natural state. By identifying the 'iron internal bars' of the ego, we will discuss the practical roadmap to freedom: self-discipline, discernment, and the realization that liberation is not something to be earned, but something to be uncovered. This session offers a clear guide to living 'in the world but not of it,' transforming your life into a continuous expression of the freedom that is your birthright."

1:30PM - 3:30PM - MFR Ease in Movement Workshop (maximum 6 people) - Judy Raugewitz (Odessa, MO) - Halcyon Spa - Who can Attend: Anyone can attend this workshop that is eager to learnMyofascial Self Treatment for chronic/acute pain or to maintain fluidity in your body for ease of movement during your day. In this class you will learn techniques and tools to use to facilitate greater movement for your body. This class is a small group so that I can see to your individual needs and guide you to feel better. Please wear comfortable clothing, shorts and t-shirts are best in order to reach the body with hands-on techniques.

4:00PM - 6:00PM - Meridian Fascial Flow Yoga - Sarah Helle (Glen Carbon, IL) - Harmonie Verein - In this class, Sarah guides participants through an exploration of the body’s meridian pathways as they exist within the deep fascial system. These pathways support the flow of vital energy and contribute to physical, emotional, and mental balance. Through mindful movement and fascial awareness, participants will experience how working with the meridians can create a sense of flow, grounding, and integration throughout the body. This practice is appropriate for all.

4:00PM - 6:00PM  - The Table of Selves ~ An Embodied Experience of Presence and Inner Listening - Sara Biermann (Washington, MO) - Oaks Crossing Conference Center - We all carry many inner roles — the helper, the listener, the teacher, the one who holds it together. In this experiential session, you’re invited to explore what happens when those roles are allowed to rest. Rather than teaching or fixing, this two-hour experience offers simple, embodied exercises in listening, presence, and awareness. You’ll explore how different inner “selves” show up — and how coherence naturally emerges when nothing needs to be managed. This is a playful, grounded space with minimal talking and no pressure to share. Come as you are. Leave with a felt sense of ease, clarity, and a different way of relating to yourself and others.

6:00PM - 7:00PM - Dinner provided by Mosaic Café and Catering - Ebenezer Fellowship Hall - Baked Eggplant w/Tomato & Basil, *Mozzarella on the Side*, Creamy Polenta, Dark Chocolate and Avocado Mousse.

7:15PM - 9:15PM - Kirtronica Ecstatic Dance - Jaya Lakshmi (Eugene, OR) - Harmonie Verein - Kirtronica Ecstatic Dance is an immersive dance journey where mantra meets deep, pulsing electronic beats. Live vocals and chant blend with instrument-enriched original tracks to create a dance floor that is spiritually catalytic and heart-centered. Dancers are welcome to chant along, adding their voices to the mix and helping shape the collective energy in real time. It’s an open, expressive space where embodied freedom, sonic elevation, and mantra-powered flow come together.

7:00PM - 9:00PM - The Refining Fire: Breath, Stillness & Resonant Sound Journey- Aimee Slater (Ohio) - Oaks Crossing Conference Center - In this immersive session, we will explore how the body holds tension as protection, and how gentle rhythmic input can support regulation and release. Through subtle breathwork, tuning fork vibration, and an extended Crystal singing bowl journey,  participants are invited into a quieter calibration of the nervous system. This experience offers space for stillness, refinement and embodied coherence, allowing the body to soften its defenses and return to a more regulated state. 

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR SATURDAY! 

Please purchase your first selection for a practice at the festival, purchase the number of sessions you would like for the entire festival, after completing the purchase, add yourself to each and every session you plan to attend, as class sizes are limited.  Meals count as a session, please keep this in mind when you choose your package and sign up.  If you need assistance please call Kathy Kessler 314-369-6804 or Halcyon Spa 636-228-4110.

Sunday, July 26

7:30AM - 9:30AM - Moon Salutations - Kathy Kessler (Augusta, MO) - Harmonie Verein - Moon Salutation - Chandra Namaskar, is a fluid moving sequence to honor the moon.  In this salutation we travel the mat right to left.  We will start the practice with morning stretches to prepare for the salutation. Next, we will explore the variations of the Moon Salutation sequences.  We will start slow, holding the shapes, giving you the chance to get familiar with each posture and eventually we will create a flow for Moon Salutation and share the Moon Salutation Poem.

10:00AM - 12:00PM - Inspiration Activation Breath Work - Shenee Alexa Booth (Illinois) - Harmonie Verein - This unique self-embodiment journey blends awareness, intention, movement & sound within a conscious connected breathing practice. Commonly known as transformational breathwork, this active guided meditation uses diaphragmatic breathing in a circular pattern to energize your entire being, increasing vitality, joy + bliss! Your breath is your life force, therefore the quality of your breath directly relates to the quality of your life. Breathwork is a powerful tool for readjusting the lens through which you are experiencing your life and bringing you back into alignment with your truest self. This is an integrative practice which affects all facets of your being, returning you to your most natural state of self healing and harmony. Many people experience palpable release of creative blocks and undesired patterns in the nervous system, along with an energetic rebirthing that leaves them with less anxiety, better sleep and feeling more clarity with their true purpose.  Other benefits of Breathwork include improved immune functioning, release of toxins, easier focus and concentration, release of stored trauma, elimination of habits, ability to self regulate under strong emotional states, deeper meditation and inner peace. Props: yoga mat or pilates mat, minimum 2 blankets per person: 1 for under body, 1 for over; 1-2 pillows or bolsters per person: 1 under knees while laying on back & optional behind head; eye mask (bandana or strip of cloth works fine); journal & writing utensil, and water bottle.

10:00am - 12:00pm - Lymphatic Flow (maximum 7 people) - Amber Jacober (St. Augustine FL) - Halcyon Spa -  Experience the purifying blend of Yoga, Qigong, and Self-Lymphatic Massage in this workshop designed to support overall health. The often ignored lymphatic system is important for managing fluid retention and inflammation, and maintaining healthy detoxification, circulation, and immune function! Begin with a dynamic Yoga Flow and Qigong practice, paired with breath work to stimulate your energy and blood flow, preparing you for the deeper benefits of Lymphatic Massage. Then be guided through a step-by-step lymphatic self-massage that will help to move stagnant fluid, detox the body, and assist in recovery from the active practice. Take home a written step-by-step guide of the Self-Lymphatic Massage sequence, so you can incorporate this self-care ritual into your routine at home! Suitable for all levels of experience. 2 CEUs eligible for Yoga Alliance Certified Yoga Instructors.

10:00AM - 12:00PM - Two Topics in 2 hours: Aging Well 2026: The Science of Adding Life to Your Years and Years to Your Life!  & The Core of It All: How Gut Health Drives Chronic Disease - M. Chris Link, MD (Jefferson City, MO) -Ebenezer Fellowship Hall Lecture - Aging Well 2026: The Science of Adding Life to Your Years and Years to Your Life!   Explore the cutting-edge science of 2026 that redefines the human experience. We discuss the shift from disease management to health optimization, giving you the tools to increase your healthy years and maximize your physical and mental potential. The Core of It All: How Gut Health Drives Chronic Disease  The GI tract is the engine room of the human body. When it falters, the ripple effects can drive chronic disease across every system. We’ll explore the gut through a functional medicine lens, breaking down the management of common disruptors like SIBO, IBS, reflux, constipation. Learn how to rebalance the microbiome and gain optimal GI function.

12:00PM - 1:00PM - Lunch provided by Mosaic Café and Catering - Ebenezer Fellowship Hall - Red Lentil and Spinach Soup, Shoestring Zucchini and Cherry Tomato Salad w/Basil, Olives and Lemon Vinaigrette, Fresh Pineapple and Papaya w/Lime.

1:00PM - 3:00PM - Two Topics in 2 hours: Restoring the Rhythm: The Truth About Hormone Therapy in 2026 & Unbreakable: Your Essential Guide to Bone Health - M. Chris Link, MD (Jefferson City, MO) - Ebenezer Fellowship Hall Lecture - Restoring the Rhythm: The Truth About Hormone Therapy in 2026 For over two decades, misinformation from the 2002 Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) study caused unnecessary fear and restricted access to HRT for women. This session reviews modern evidence supporting both the safety of HRT and its profound benefits. Unbreakable: Your Essential Guide to Bone Health What does every woman need to know about her bone health? From screenings to supplements, we’re breaking down the essentials of prevention and treatment. Learn how to protect your frame through exercise, nutrition, and informed medical choices to stay strong at every age.

1:30PM- 3:30PM - Kirtan & Sacred Music Concert - Jaya Lakshmi (Eugene, OR) - Harmonie Verein - Jaya Lakshmi’s kirtan and sacred music concert blends luminous Sanskrit mantra with her own original compositions, weaving soulful lyrics, dynamic rhythms, and transcendent vocals into a vibrant field of healing sound. As a kirtan artist and singer-songwriter, she brings ancient chant and contemporary song together in a shared experience that celebrates the timeless, loving presence of the sacred.

1:30PM- 3:30PM  - Community Drum Circle: How to use Drumming as a Medicine for Healing - Amelia and Roger Williams (Marthasville, MO) - Oaks Crossing Conference Center - Drumming: the language of rhythm and energy.  The first drum you are exposed to is your mother’s heartbeat in the womb. When you first hear a drum or play a drum it is a coming home, and something in you awakens. Medicinal Drumming involves Brain Entrainment, Endorphin Release, Emotional Release, Improved Immune Function, & Theta Rhythms. Come and experience this drum circle at the Yoga Bliss Festival this summer and leave with a knowing that you are already healed.

4:00PM - 6:00PM - Pranayama & Vin-Yin Yoga for Nervous System Regulation - Amber Jacober (St. Augustine, FL) - Harmonie Verein - In this two hour workshop you will learn about the autonomic nervous system and different techniques that can be used to target the desired response in order to regulate oneself. Enjoy a slow, mindful Vinyasa practice that emphasizes steady pacing, intentional transitions, and breath awareness to help discharge excess energy and build a sense of connection and autonomy with your body—supporting the nervous system’s capacity to regulate in motion. Then transition into an intentionally sequenced Yin practice, with the support of props and unhurried time, allowing yourself the space your body needs to surrender, the mind to settle into meditation, and the nervous system to downshift into a blissful state of being. Explore how different types of movement, stillness, and pranayama breathwork techniques can affect your internal state—collecting practical knowledge and tools you can carry into your daily life to support yourself in moments of stress, fatigue, or overwhelm. Suitable for all levels of experience. Modifications and options will be offered. 2 CEUs eligible for Yoga Alliance Certified Yoga Instructors.

4:00PM - 6:00PM  -  Heart Body & Soul Retreat Closing Ceremony - Retreat Participants Only - Oaks Crossing Conference Center

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Please purchase your first selection for a practice at the festival, purchase the number of sessions you would like for the entire festival, after completing the purchase, add yourself to each and every session you plan to attend, as class sizes are limited.  Meals count as a session, please keep this in mind when you choose your package and sign up.  If you need assistance please call Kathy Kessler 314-369-6804 or Halcyon Spa 636-228-4110.

Food Provided by - Mosaic Café and Catering:  Mosaic has been in business under Pat Long for over 15 years. He loves bringing healthy food options to his cafe located inside Mercy Clinic Building in Washington, MO. The cafe is open to the public Monday - Friday from 7:30 - 3:00. Pat and his staff take pride in the preparation of the cafe and catering food and drinks. Mosaic's Catering services range from boxed lunches for schools and corporations to fine dining plated meals for weddings and fundraisers. Pat stands out from the pack by not only creating exciting cuisine for his catering clients but he locally sources seasonal ingredients for every aspect of the operation. Eat local—for your health, the environment, and your taste buds. Visit his website: https://mosaiccafeandcatering.com

Below is the complete menu for the Festival, for each day. All menu items are vegan and gluten free, *non-vegan dairy options served on the side where noted*, organic and local ingredients sourced whenever possible, monk fruit sweetener used where needed:

Thursday, July 23: 

Lunch:  Carrot Ginger Soup, Quinoa, Roasted Beet and Citrus Salad w/Arugula, Pumpkin Seeds and Lemon Vinaigrette, *Feta on the Side*, Fresh Berry and Mint Cup.

Dinner: Vegetable Curry w/Cauliflower, Carrots and Greens, Basmati Rice, *Raita on the Side*, Almond Date Bites.

Friday, July 24:

Lunch: Chilled Cucumber Avocado Soup w/Lemon and Dill, Lentil and Grilled Vegetable Salad with Herbed Olive Oil, *Goat Cheese on the side*, Coconut Chia Pudding.

Dinner: Baked Acorn Squash Stuffed with Quinoa, Cranberries, Herbs and Toasted Pecans, Sautéed Garlic Green Beans, Poached Pear w/Cardamom and Coconut Cream.

Saturday, July 25:

Lunch: Miso Vegetable Soup w/Grilled Tofu, Mushrooms, Bok Choy and Scallions, Roasted Sweet Potato and Kale Salad w/Sunflower Seeds and Tahini Dressing, Oat and Almond Energy Balls.

Dinner: Baked Eggplant w/Tomato & Basil, *Mozzarella on the Side*, Creamy Polenta, Dark Chocolate and Avocado Mousse.

Sunday, July 26:

Lunch: Red Lentil and Spinach Soup, Shoestring Zucchini and Cherry Tomato Salad w/Basil, Olives and Lemon Vinaigrette, Fresh Pineapple and Papaya w/Lime.