Wellness on the Water 2025: Full Schedule

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8:00am CDT

Align and Connect 🌸 Beginners Yoga

Friday May 9, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am CDT

Join Jennifer Mellon, a certified yoga instructor with a 500-hour RYT certification, for a class that emphasizes alignment, modifications, authenticity, and play. This all-levels class welcomes beginners and aims to help you discover the true essence of yoga by finding balance and harmony in your body, mind, and spirit.

In this class, Jennifer will guide you through various poses and sequences, focusing on proper alignment and technique. Each pose will be broken down step by step with clear instructions and demonstrations to ensure safe and effective practice. Common misalignments will be addressed, along with corrections to help you avoid potential injuries and maximize the benefits of your practice. Modifications will be offered for all students to explore, allowing you to choose the best options for your body.

Jennifer's approach is rooted in authenticity, as she is passionate about creating an environment where individuals can be themselves. Her classes are designed to be light-hearted and enjoyable, with a focus on creativity and self-expression. She encourages students to explore boundaries, challenge themselves, and find joy in the process.

Whether you are new to yoga or have practiced for years, there are suitable options for everyone in Jennifer's class. Join her in embracing the playful and enjoyable experience of yoga while discovering balance and harmony within yourself.

Speakers

Jennifer Mellon

Owner + Instructor + Artist, Beyond Chaos Yoga & Art

Jennifer Mellon is the owner, teacher and artist at Beyond Chaos Yoga & Art in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Jennifer attended her first yoga class in 2014 and was hit or miss with her practice for a few years, but in 2019 that all changed. She enrolled in a six week class called 40 Days... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
Island Trail

Movement

8:00am CDT

Nature Bliss 🌱 A Journey Into Forest Bathing

Friday May 9, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am CDT

Island Trail

Immerse yourself in the serene practice of Shinrin Yoku, or "forest bathing", where the ancient Japanese tradition invites you to reconnect with nature. Through slow, mindful walking, deep breathing, and sensory engagement, you’ll experience the calming and restorative benefits of nature. Feel the stress melt away as you absorb the natural beauty around you, fostering a deep sense of peace and rejuvenation. This practice enhances mental clarity, emotional well-being, and a profound connection to the natural world. Participants will engage in a unique series of nature invitations and finish with an herbal tea ceremony.

Speakers

Martina Galvan

Owner + Therapist, Nature Awakens

Martina Galvan is a holistic practitioner, retreat facilitator, and therapist. As the owner of Nature Awakens since 2013, she has offered rewilding nature retreats, women's circles, mindfulness events, sound healing, holistic psychotherapy, and community engagement worldwide. Martina... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
Island Trail

Outdoor Nature Excursion, Interactive

11:00am CDT

SUP Tour 🛶 Explore the Lake ($50)

Friday May 9, 2025 11:00am - 12:15pm CDT

Island Trail

Click here to purchase tickets to the SUP Tour and other add ons. Embark on a scenic journey around the lake, with a refreshing stop for a swim along the way. Keep an eye out for local wildlife—you never know what you might see! Come prepared with a bathing suit, sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses. Dry bags are not provided, so plan accordingly, and don’t forget a towel and water shoes for the return trip.

Speakers

Lake DeGrey

Lake DeGrey State Park

Near Hot Springs and Little Rock, Arkansas’ resort state park is located on the shores of beautiful DeGray Lake. Here, you’ll find first-class lodging and amenities along with outdoor fun and adventure year-round. DeGray Lake Resort offers a 90-room lodge with a conference center... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 11:00am - 12:15pm CDT
Island Trail

Outdoor Nature Excursion

3:30pm CDT

SUP Tour 🛶 Explore the Lake ($50)

Friday May 9, 2025 3:30pm - 5:00pm CDT

Island Trail

Speakers

Lake DeGrey

Lake DeGrey State Park

Friday May 9, 2025 3:30pm - 5:00pm CDT
Island Trail

Outdoor Nature Excursion

Wellness on the Water 2025