Retreats and Workshops

Re·treat noun

The act of withdrawing, as into safety or privacy
A place of refuge, seclusion, privacy or Serenity
aka, A Majestic Mountain Retreat

Aja Njo graduated in 2001 from Tai-Sophia Institute for the Healing Arts with a masters degree in acupuncture. Tai-Sophia Institute is one of the oldest accredited acupuncture schools in the U.S. In addition, I received training in Chinese Medical Massage at the Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China, in 1997. I also had the privilege of studying electrical acupuncture (The practice of hooking the acupuncture needles to an electric probe, often used to treat paralysis) in a Catholic monastery in Bien-hoa, Vietnam, in 1998, 2000, and 2003.

Prior to coming to the U.S. I worked as a teacher and translator. I have two master's degrees, one in Russian Language and Literature and a second in history from Palacky University in the Czech Republic. Before becoming an acupuncturist, I practiced and taught Shiatsu, the art of Japanese massage. Currently I am in private practice as an independent practitioner at the Advanced Alternative Healthcare Clinic in southwest Portland, Oregon. When I am not at the clinic, my life is full with being mom to two wonderful sons, wife and volunteer at Outside In.

Allie Purdy of Atune yoga has been teaching for 5 years. Allie teaches a variety of styles of yoga including vinyasa, restorative, partner yoga, family yoga and prenatal yoga. In addition to group classes, private lessons and posture clinics are available as well. Allie has a background in Yoga Therapy and is happy to accommodate a yoga practice to fit all experience levels. Allie teaches in Portland, OR. For her full bio please visit www.atuneyoga.com. If you would like to contact Allie about bringing yoga into your mountain getaway please e-mail her at: allie@atuneyoga.com

Dr. Wendy Schauer, D.C., R.K.C., has spent a lifetime dedicated to inspiring people to obtain and maintain an optimal level of health and wellness. In 2005, Dr. Wendy, was honored by Washington State Governor, Christine Gregoire, as the winner of the YWCA's "Woman of Influence". Dr. Wendy is a facilitator of seminars and workshops for Self-Defense for Women and Russian Kettlebell Training. Her wealth of knowledge and years of experience in "common sense" wellness is captured in her recently completed book, "The 7 Steps to Amazing Health!" To learn more about the health-inpsired world of Dr. Wendy Schauer, please visit: www.abundantfitnesscenter.com www.communitychiropracticps.com