World Class Guided Skiing, Yoga and Lodging with Winslow Passey
Description:
Come enjoy the great skiing at Alta, Utah and a yoga adventure in the beautiful Wasatch mountains. This new program combines yoga instruction with both resort and backcountry ski outings. The principles of alignment and self awareness taught in yoga are integrated into skiing. The intention of the retreat is to increase self awareness and connect with the surroundings, thus maximizing the fun and enjoyment of the participants.
The group will spend one day at Alta Ski Area and two days in the surrounding backcountry, accompanied by five yoga sessions over three days. The retreat includes lodging and all meals.
About the Guide:
Winslow Passey is a certified American Mountain Guide Association Ski Mountaineering Guide. She has been guiding for nine years and is lead guide for Utah Mountain Adventures. She has world-wide guiding experience that includes Antarctica, Nepal, Mongolia, South America and Alaska. Passey’s yoga training is in Satpa Yoga under the direct supervision of Yogi Dr. Sushil Bhattacharya, founder and director of Sapta Yoga International in Kathmandu, Nepal. Passey has been sharing her yoga with others in the mountains on guided trips to Denali in Alaska and in the Himalayas traveling to Everest Base Camp.
Ability Level:
No backcountry skiing or yoga experience is required, but participants should be intermediate or advanced level skiers and capable of skiing ungroomed terrain at the ski area.
Good fitness is essential, with the ability to hike 2,500-3,500 feet in elevation gain.
The Package Includes:
Four nights lodging
Full breakfasts, sack lunches and four-course dinners
We encourage you to call Utah Mountain Adventures if you have any questions concerning the backcountry guiding. To book, please contact the Alta Lodge directly to make a reservation for this package. (800) 707-2582; info@altalodge.com
