Program Tuition & Basic Accommodations: $2995
Invite a friend(s) new to the Feathered Pipe and you each save $100!
Join senior-level Iyengar Yoga instructor and founder of Iyengar Yoga Therapeutics, Marla Apt for a combination of explorative yoga practice focused on transforming our habitual patterns into opportunity for greater freedom and ease surrounded by the abundant and supportive nature of the Feathered Pipe Ranch.
This six-day yoga retreat offers an opportunity to slow down, turn inward, and reconnect with the body, breath, and deeper layers of the self. Through the practices of asana and pranayama, yoga become a gateway to exploring what is often left unseen—inviting greater awareness, curiosity, and self-understanding.
The practice offers an opportunity to discover balance: in the muscles and joints, in the breath, and in the mind and emotions. We can observe, question, and experience ourselves from a clear, nonjudgmental perspective.
The practice of asana calls for commitment and the courage to move beyond perceived limitations. At the same time, surrender creates the space to soften, listen, and access deeper levels of awareness. Within the eight-limbed path of ashtanga yoga, effort and surrender are both essential elements of transformation.
Over the course of six days, we will explore how these complementary qualities can support one another in asana and pranayama. Through movement, breath, reflection, and rest, the retreat will offer an opportunity to transform patterns of tension and weakness into greater ease, resilience, and freedom—on and off the mat.
Daily Schedule:
7am — Breakfast (8am first morning)
9am-12pm — Asana practice (10am-12pm first morning)
12pm — Lunch/free time
4:00pm-6pm — Asana, pranayama & yoga philosophy discussion
6:30pm — Dinner/free time
7:45pm — Evening hikes, bonfires & free time to enjoy just being
* Wednesday afternoon optional extended group hike
Between daily classes with Marla, plenty of leisure time remains for you to savor the afterglow of your practice in an unspoiled Rocky Mountain setting that features soft mountain breezes, a sparkling lake, the healing scent of pines, and star-studded night skies. And lovingly prepared vegetarian cuisine throughout the week will nourish your body — and thrills your taste buds!
*Please note: All are welcome. It is recommended that participants have taken some yoga classes and Iyengar Yoga, if possible prior to the retreat.
WHAT MARLA’S PAST RETREAT ATTENDEES SAY:
“My experience at the ranch excelled expectations and prepared me for a wonderful experience with yoga in the years to come. I feel a new sense of inspiration and commitment to my practice and study. You helped me to understand that yoga is not a destination, rather than a journey. This morning I practiced yoga at home and incorporated many of your teachings into my practice. I am pleased with how your teachings are already showing in my practice. When I registered for the retreat I had expectations of learning and personal development. I had no idea that the results would be so profound. Again, thank you. Your teaching style is amazing; so clear, precise, challenging and inspiring. I feel very fortunate to have been taught by you. Thank you for bringing the writings of Patanjali, and the teachings of B.K.S. Iyengar to me. I am profoundly grateful.”
“Thank you for the opportunity to participate in your retreat at Feathered Pipe. Being immersed in yoga with your gentle touch and tremendous yoga knowledge was a wonderful gift. I hope to join you for another retreat.”
“I wanted to say thank you, so very much, for a really spectacular week of yoga at the ranch. I really needed it, and I felt grateful every day to be in your class, and to work and have space and time to absorb information and work through things. Your teaching felt so steady, calm, grounded, and present, and I really do feel lucky to have spent the week learning from you.”
“When I registered for the retreat I had expectations of learning and personal development. I had no idea that the results would be so profound. Marla’s teaching style is amazing; so clear, precise, challenging and inspiring. I feel very fortunate to have been taught by Marla Apt.”
RETREAT TIP! Extend your time in peace and beauty while savoring Western hospitality by spending some time exploring the great West’s National Park treasures either before or after your retreat with Marla Apt at the Feathered Pipe Ranch. Glacier National Park is a glorious and scenic 3.5-hour drive north and west of Feathered Pipe, while Yellowstone is just a 4.5 hour drive south and east of the Ranch through some of the prettiest Western territory you’ll ever see.
ABOUT MARLA APT:
Marla Apt began studying with BKS Iyengar and the Iyengar family in India almost 30 years ago. Her interest in yoga therapy led her to participate in research studies on yoga for mental health and to form Iyengar Yoga Therapeutics, a non-profit organization working to further knowledge of and accessibility to yoga’s healing applications.
Marla was highlighted by Yoga Journal Magazine as one of twenty-one yoga teachers helping to shape the future of yoga and has been a writer contributor for international yoga magazines and journals.
Marla served the yoga community in various roles including President of the Iyengar Yoga National Association of the United States; contributor to ethical guidelines for U.S. certified teachers, member of IYNAUS certification and therapy committees, Yoga Alliance and the International Association of Yoga Therapists teaching standards committees.
Learn more about Marla: yoganga.com
PRICING & REGISTRATION:
Program Tuition & Basic Accommodations: $2995
Invite a friend(s) new to the Feathered Pipe and you each save $100!
Registration deposit required: A $500 non-refundable deposit is required to secure online registration. Full payment is due eight weeks before the start of the program.
Tuition fee includes: Triple Occupancy Main Lodge, Shared Yurt/Deluxe Wall Tent/Sai Condo, or Single Tipi/Tent, plus meals and use of all amenities – our bathhouse, sauna, hot tub, as well as all the Feathered Pipe Ranch facilities and grounds. Upgraded accommodations are available.
Additional lodging upgrade pricing: Click here
Full description of accommodations options: Click here.
Feathered Pipe Ranch Map: Click here.
The retreat will include:
— 6-nights indoor or outdoor accommodations (upgraded accommodations require an additional fee)
— All daily classes and group sessions, suitable for all
— Delicious and lovingly prepared vegetarian cuisine (Lacto-Ovo)
— Shuttle service from/to Helena Regional Airport on arrival/departure day
— Full access to the extensive Feathered Pipe grounds (including the hot tub and sauna)
Not included:
— Airfare
— Bodywork & Massage
— Montana Accommodation Tax $25
— Staff gratuities
— Laundry
Shuttle service: Shuttle service from/to Helena Regional Airport on arrival/departure day is complimentary (free) for all registered guests. Please note that if you are needing pick-up or drop-off on any other day, that there will be a $50 one-way charge.
Arrival and departure: Please plan to arrive at the Feathered Pipe Ranch no later than 3pm on the arrival day (Saturday, 17 July) of your retreat so you can join us for a tour of the grounds before dinner at 6:30pm and our group evening orientation following dinner. Please arrange to leave the Ranch in the morning or early afternoon of departure day (Friday, 23 July). Checkout is at 9am, and guests are welcome to stay at the Ranch until their flight leaves that day.
Interested, but still need more information? Visit our FAQ page, drop us a message including your contact details here, or give us a ring at (406) 442-8196.
Thanks and look forward to seeing you!
*Special thanks to Kelly Fogel for the images!