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"I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately . . . and see if I could not learn what it had to teach."
-Henry David Thoreau
Our Philosophy
In these busy modern times, unplugging is more important than ever. We need space to cultivate more ease in our minds, emotions, and overall spirit. Within the gorgeous 6 million acres of the Adirondack Park and surrounding areas, we are afforded this space.
By going into nature, we aim to bring the yoga practice back to its roots while building skills in mindful hiking. At Yoga Adirondacks, it is our goal to safely guide yoga inspired hiking and backpacking excursions to help make these experiences more accessible and positive, and to contribute to increased opportunities to reap the healing benefits of nature and be outdoors in harmony.
YOGA
Fueled by the crisp mountain air and enlivened by the natural setting, our outdoor practice will awaken and restore your senses. Yoga movements, breathing, and mindfulness exercises are intermittent throughout the excursion.
HIKE
Explore rolling trails and high summits while experiencing the wonders of nature. Learn skills in technical gear, food & water intake, water filtration, safety, leave no trace, earthing, and more. Overnights include additional instruction specific to camping.
connect
Experiences in nature are believed to reduce negative thoughts and stress, and increase creative problem-solving, mental performance, and overall sense of being. In nature, we connect our bodies with our minds and elevate harmony with nature, our practice, and ourselves.
"Well-being of mind is like a mountain lake without ripples. When the lake has no ripples, everything in the lake can be seen."
-pema chodron
"Nature's peace will flow into you as sunshine flows into trees."
-john muir
PAST EVENTS - MORE TO COME
Adirondack Park. New YorkThis custom excursion is closed. Contact us to create your own private custom trip.
Adirondack Park, New YorkThis custom excursion is closed. Contact us to create your own private custom trip.
North Elba, North Elba, NY 12946, USAThis custom trip is closed. Contact us to create your own private custom trip.
Adirondack ParkThis custom trip is private and is closed. Contact us to create your own private custom trip.
About yoga adirondacks
Mel Brust is the founder of Yoga Adirondacks. She is a NYS DEC Licensed Guide in hiking and camping, 500+ Hour Yoga Instructor, an Adirondack 46er, has completed the ADK Winter Mountaineering School, and many other challenging hiking experiences and yoga studies and retreats. Mel's love for the outdoors started as a young child and her mindfulness practice began as a young adult. One winter day on the trail, she realized the vision for Yoga Adirondacks, and the concept was born from there.
Mel relates to some of the earliest yoga texts written by rishis, or sages, who went to the forest to cultivate knowledge and find truth. In honoring this, Mel is inspired to present safe, responsible, and fun outdoor experiences for newcomers and avid yogis and hikers alike. Mel has a passion and knack for tailoring traditional yoga postures and sequences to complement and support the functional movements required for activities such as hiking and she invites you to share in this experience, and make it one of your own.
At least 500 hour certification in yoga instruction, and experience teaching restorative, gentle, and strong flowing sequences to all levels, as well as breathing and meditation techniques and workshops.
guide Credentials
NYS DEC Guide Licensure, decades of hiking, camping, and backpacking, including completion of the 46 Adirondack High Peaks, ADK Winter School, and certifications in CPR and First Aid.
Yoga Credentials
