North Carolina
Yoga for Wellness and Daily Living: The 8 Limbs of Yoga
Program No. 22381RJ
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Yoga for Wellness and Daily Living: The 8 Limbs of Yoga
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My Yoga experience in Montreat, NC was fabulous. I loved the program, learned knew information, made wonderful connections with others, had great leaders, and enjoyed the extra excursions immensely. I even got to see a white dear which was special to me. Thank you to Road Scholar.
— Review left December 16, 2025
The yoga retreat at Montreat Conference Center was an absolutely brilliant week. The buildings, landscape and environment are beautiful and welcoming as this community rebuilds from last year’s hurricanes. Martha Nelson, our yoga teacher is warm, compassionate, extremely knowledgeable and brings joy and peace to each class. I highly recommend Montreat and Yoga with Martha Nelson !
— Review left May 30, 2025
The 8 Limbs of Yoga Retreat in Montreat, North Carolina was wonderful! Martha was an excellent Instructor. She was warm and friendly. The pacing of the course was perfect for all levels. I met a lot of great people and look forward to attending the Intermediate sessions next year. Bonnie Williams
— Review left May 18, 2025
Martha Nelson is an outstanding teacher. The Montreat Conference Center is in a beautiful location.
— Review left April 12, 2025
5 Stars for Yoga for Wellness and Daily Living: The 8 Limbs of Yoga.
This was my second time to visit the Assembly Inn in Montreat and participate in Road Scholar's outstanding yoga program with Martha Nelson. I definitely recommend this trip if you want to meet lovely folks in a breathtakingly beautiful environment, move and stretch safely, and learn more about yoga philosophy, breathing techniques, and meditation. I also hope to come back to do the intermediate level program after more practice at home.
— Review left March 6, 2025
I had an excellent time with this yoga program and would highly recommend this program for someone who is a casual yoga participant but is looking to get more information about how to incorporate yoga into their daily lives. It covers different styles of yoga along with various mindfulness and breathing techniques which can be easily incorporated in a daily routine of healthy living.
— Review left March 1, 2025
Yoga for Wellness and Daily Living: The 8 Limbs of Yoga was an exceptional experience. Montreat is a magical location, and the class was magnificent. The instructor, Martha Nelson, was amazing. She obviously loves her work and is dedicated, highly-educated, evolved, loving, supportive, engaging and empathetic! I just loved her and the experience. I have been able to transition the skills I learned in class to my daily life in away that is having a significant impact.
— Review left August 14, 2024
This yoga workshop was well-organized, educational and fun. I would recommend The 8 Limbs of Yoga for anyone who wants to learn more about the history and philosophy of yoga even if you have never taken a yoga class. The instructor expertly made sure everyone felt included and comfortable in the group. The Assembly Inn is an historic building and the accommodations were comfortable. Tasty meals are served buffet style with vegetarian options. This trip exceeded my expectations and I plan to register for the intermediate yoga retreat next year.
— Review left August 11, 2024
Martha is an excellent yoga teacher. She keeps a close eye on those of us who need modifications to poses for our safety. She injects love and a real sense of fun into her teaching.
— Review left April 21, 2024
Excellent program, excellent instructor Martha, a beautiful and historic setting! Loved this Yoga program at Montreat.
— Review left March 23, 2024
I found the program to be well organized and planned. Our class size was a nice size and and mix of participants. Martha was a good leader/teacher and well organized.
— Review left March 12, 2024
This program was inspirational and enjoyable.
— Review left March 4, 2024
This is a great program for those who are just getting interested in yoga and are looking for something more than just how to do poses. Martha helps you through those but also breathing, meditation and restorative practices. Her timing of the sessions keeps you engaged and never too tired.
— Review left December 2, 2023
The yoga retreat was wonderful! The skills I learned will help me in my daily life. The location also encouraged me to relax and take in each moment during my stay.
— Review left November 11, 2023
If you are looking for a wonderful way to relax your mind, body, and soul along with meeting new and interesting people, this is the program for you!
— Review left November 11, 2023
I learned so much about the history and philosophy of yoga. It was fascinating and Martha is a wonderful teacher.
— Review left October 16, 2023
Wonderful program with expert leadership in a beautiful setting
— Review left October 6, 2023
This program helped me kick-start my home yoga practice. I also made some wonderful new friends.
— Review left September 30, 2023
Whether you've been practicing yoga for a few years or are just beginning, you will undoubtedly learn from Martha and enhance your knowledge of yoga. The setting at Montreat Conference Center is the perfect spot to relax and find peace.
— Review left September 16, 2023
I enjoyed learning about yoga practice and meditation in the beautiful mountains of North Carolina! A really rewarding experience.
— Review left September 16, 2023
Martha was an excellent yoga instructor. I really enjoyed our classes and I will try to practice meditation and breathing exercises especially plus I am starting out my day with some stretching exercises.
I also liked the Montreat Retreat Center and Tracy Bailey was a very helpful and supportive person.
I enjoyed Sourwood Ridge on Monday night and I also appreciated the presentation on Appalachian culture with the mandolin. I was glad we got to dance a little as it made everyone smile and laugh.
— Review left March 31, 2023
If you are interested in a program which will expand your knowledge of Yoga, in both the spiritual and physical sense, and want to have a good time doing it. This is the program for you!
— Review left March 29, 2023
A great program for my age group. Very informative with the best yoga teacher ever! Highly recommend.
— Review left March 11, 2023
8 Limbs of Yoga goes beyond postures and breathing into a deeper meaning underlying the practice of yoga. Learning is enhanced by the stately, warm Montreat Assembly Inn in the NC mountains. A wonderful, calming, enlightening week!
— Review left December 23, 2022
wonderful program that introduces you to the many facets of yoga no matter what your skill level...the setting of the program can't be beat!
— Review left December 19, 2022
If you're looking for a break from your normal routine, or if you're looking for enhancing your yoga practice, if you want to visit and stay in a wonderfully peaceful and beautiful place, and if you're searching for like minded folks looking toward self improvement then this program is for you!! The yoga sessions are excellent, not too strenuous as all are encouraged to monitor their own levels of ability and comfort. This session included two wonderful evening experiences to celebrate the holiday season!! One evening we went to the Biltmore Estate for wine tasting, a delicious dinner, and time to tour the mansion!! Magnificent!! Another evening we went to the NC Arboretum with time to stroll the beautifully decorated paths, a wonderful evening and nature added to the event with a full moon!!! One evening we were beautifully entertained by Anne Lough as she played different dulecimers, singing traditional songs. I happily give this experience FIVE STARS!!!!!!!!
— Review left December 12, 2022
A great experience and I am excited to participate in more trips with Road Scholar!
— Review left December 12, 2022
Wow, wow, wow! This program exceeded my expectations on all levels. The setting was gorgeous, and perfect for a yoga retreat--a hotel would have been odd. The food was okay--step up from a college dorm--but plenty of choices and the staff were warm and accommodating. Martha is an amazing yoga instructor and I learned more intellectually and physically than I had hoped. Have already ordered a few pieces of equipment for my soon-to-be regular home practice--and will be looking for an appropriate local class. I highly, HIGHLY recommend this program for anyone wishing to start, boost, or restart their yoga practice.
— Review left December 6, 2022
A wonderfully paced and insightful program for the beginner/intermediate person in yoga. It blends the physical benefits with some delightful spiritual/meditative practices that you will benefit from for life. I highly recommend this experience at Montreat with Martha as your instructor and Tracy as your program coordinator.
— Review left December 5, 2022
This program is simply wonderful. I did not realize how the yoga teachings would help MY mind and body. Of course, Martha, the teacher, was instrumental in this realization - she is the best. It is my opinion that everyone entering or already in senior life would benefit from this program.
— Review left December 4, 2022
A very comfortable room and a professional team, both our leader & hostess, could not have made this time together any nicer. Met so many kind, gentle people with so many similar interests. This was the time "best-spent" I've enjoyed in a while. For all that,and more, I am grateful.
— Review left November 13, 2022
Never having done yoga, didn’t know what to expect, absolutely loved the program! Martha is a great teacher and communicator, for every movement and practice taught, she gave alternative ways to execute based on our experience and physical limitations. She made it really fun and facilitated in making connections with fellow participants. Great experience, lifelong memories, highly recommend!
— Review left November 13, 2022
It was a well-planned, perfectly executed combination of both the theory and application of Yoga. The philosophical history and major, foundational concepts were presented in an easily understood and practical manner. The asanas (positions) were taught with such a variety of options that they were accessible to every person in the class - regardless of age or level of fitness. It was also great fun, in a beautiful location. What more could you ask ?
— Review left November 12, 2022
If you're a no-frills needed sort of person who enjoys gorgeous green settings, fascinating historical stone architecture, simple food, and solid yoga instruction for experienced beginners or intermediate practitioners, and are open to spending a relaxed time with kindred spirits, you should try this. Seriously. You'll likely meet repeat attenders, and maybe even become one yourself.
— Review left November 2, 2022
wonderful program I would choose to attend again.
— Review left October 31, 2022
Enlightening, enriching, educational! Loved it!!!
— Review left October 22, 2022
Yoga Retreat in the mountains of North Carolina. Located in a cove surrounded by hiking trails. Quiet and magnificent.
— Review left October 10, 2022
This is a wonderful yoga program in a beautiful area. You can really improve your knowledge of yoga and your yoga ability in this class. It is also a lot cooler temperature wise than many places in the US during the summer. The rooms are clean and quite. The food is served as a buffet and they really have a lot of fresh fruits and vegetables. They try hard to meet the needs of people with special diets.
— Review left October 3, 2022
I found that the intermediate yoga program provided an indepth study of yoga that goes beyond the physical poses. I appreciated learning about the ancient traditions and I liked how our instructor Martha incorporated different meditational practices in our class. I would highly recommend this class to anyone who wants a deeper understanding of yoga.
The mountain setting at Montreat was perfect for yoga. The buffet style meals are good and had a nice variety. The accommodations are simple and clean. WI-FI was out for a few days during my stay, but that didn't interfere with my enjoyment of the week. In fact, it helped to disconnect from the outside world for awhile.
Since it is a small group class, it was easy to make friends with the other participants. It was a very enriching experience and I look forward to attending another yoga class at Montreat.
— Review left October 1, 2022
"Yoga at Montreat" is a great way to learn about beginner yoga while enjoying the local Black Mountain, NC scenery and the charming inn. The background yoga information blended with the daily gentle practice was relaxing. Yoga participants and the instructor Martha were friendly and we enjoyed our time together.
— Review left September 25, 2022
excellent instructor and a wonderful educational experience
— Review left September 24, 2022
This was my 8th RS trip. As a beginner yogi, I was immediately encouraged by Martha, our instructor, that I will do fine, and I did. I was surrounded by novices as well as experienced yogis and I didn't feel once intimidated. Could I keep up with the poses as well as others? No, but I tried. I met some very nice people from all over the U.S. The Montreat Center is very special. It was a lovely place, surrounded by old trees and a lovely lake. Nearby is Black Mountain, a sweet little town with a nice "downtown" and cute shops. It's a great place for hikes and leisurely walks. We even had entertainment. The food was buffet style and very appealing and salad and vegetarian was offered as well. Often, I took my meals on the porch outside the dining hall just for some quiet time alone. So glad I took this RS trip.
— Review left September 12, 2022
As a life long on-again, off-again perpetual beginner at yoga, this week long focus of introductory study of the 8 Limbs of Yoga along with gentle daily sequences and restorative poses was a perfect fit. The beautiful green mountainous surroundings of Montreat didn't hurt matters either!
— Review left September 4, 2022
The 8 Limbs of Yoga is a wonderful dip into a world of meditation, yoga postures and breathing techniques that taught me how to remain calm and center myself. Martha Nelson is one of the best teachers to walk us through getting g to the core. In the beautiful mountains of Montreat NC, there's plenty of movement to compliment the yoga and meditation.
— Review left June 4, 2022
Excellent program! Instructor and staff were exceptional. Montreat was so beautiful and peaceful! I came away refreshed and renewed.
— Review left June 3, 2022
I just got back from an April trip to Montreat. It was among the very best of my RS trips so far. Our leader, Martha, was simply wonderful. I never felt out of place even though some severe arthritis had me using a chair to get up and down, etc., and making other modifications. Modifications are welcome with this group -- There is room for EVERY BODY in Martha's world. She sets a tone of such inclusivity and knowledge. Our fellow travelers were wonderful, too. I think we all bonded so well since most of the group were traveling solo, and therefore, especially amenable to reaching out, etc. The Montreat location is just gorgeous, and I loved the stone+glass of the Conference Center.
I'd love to go back. This trip is great. -- Cathaleen
— Review left May 3, 2022
I chose a yoga retreat as a safe and comfortable program to test the
RoadScholar experience. It was so successful that I will be trying more experiences with great curiosity and high expectations.
— Review left April 11, 2022
This is a great program, taught by a very competent instructor, set in a beautiful and interesting location!! For anyone interested in yoga, first timer or seasoned participant, you will gain a greater knowledge and understanding of yoga!
— Review left April 9, 2022
Perfect for those looking to explore yoga. You will come away with an understanding of what yoga is, its benefits and how to safely do poses at your level. Time well spent!
— Review left April 5, 2022
Wonderful experience, well worth repeating (as I did) since the instructor varies some of the material and it takes a few exposures to really start to get the hang of yoga. The other participants are, like you, adventurous and curious, willing to meet new friends and expand their knowledge. We had fun!!
— Review left April 2, 2022
This is a great program for Seniors, Hatha Yoga, I highly recommend it, the instructor Martha was excellent. It is set in the beautiful Assembly Inn in Montreat, in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina.
— Review left March 27, 2022
The Yoga for Wellness and Daily Living program at Montreat was a great experience for me. I am new to yoga, and the pace and content was just right. Martha is an amazing instructor! I learned a lot and am inspired to make yoga a part of my life. I am looking forward to enjoying future Road Scholar programs.
— Review left March 26, 2022
Loved my first experience as a Road Scholar participant, will recommend Yoga for Wellness and Daily Living to others and look forward to deciding on my next Road Scholar adventure!
— Review left November 19, 2021
If you like yoga or want to know more about it, I think you will like this program. The sessions are all inclusive: adjustments for all levels of ability, and quiet time for self-reflection. All at a refreshing & relaxing retreat center.
— Review left November 8, 2021
The yoga retreat setting in Montreat N.C could not have been better. Staying in the Historical Inn overlooking the lake, with lots of trails to explore, made for a peaceful and rejuvenating experience. Martha, the yoga teacher adapted the yoga to any level, so everyone benefited. I have been practicing yoga for 4 years, but found I was not doing some of the poses correctly. I was glad to have the small group and attention to correct and elevate my yoga practice. The morning session included yoga and meditation, while afternoon sessions were more restorative yoga. The evening programs were also a highlight, including music from local folk/bluegrass musicians, who explained the history of the Appalachian music. Another night, there was an engaging storyteller. The pace and entire program was perfect.
I already signed up for level 2 of the yoga retreat!
— Review left October 29, 2021
Yoga program: I highly recommend this program whether new to yoga or have been doing it for years. “Marvelous” Martha, our wonderful instructor, had something for everyone with morning stretches, spiritual reflection and introspection, work on strength and flexibility, ending the day with a restorative practice that left me energized and at peace. A retreat for body and mind, thank you Martha!
Accommodations: the Assembly Inn is a beautiful historic inn located in the charming town of Montreat, NC. It is surrounded by mountains, trees, and overlooks a small lake fed by a bold creek that you can see throughout the property. The room was comfortable, the food was simple, plentiful with some stand-out dishes. Our Inn hostess and staff took care of all the details, thank you Tracy!
— Review left October 13, 2021
If you want to do yoga, this is a good program taught by an excellent instructor in a beautiful location.
— Review left October 7, 2021
Loved everything about this experience. The accommodation was delightful, the evenings out were fun, and best of all was the instruction. Martha has the lessons very well paced, from the early morning stretches to late afternoon restorative actions. I was able to feel a real difference not only in my flexibility but, even better, my overall sense of well-being.
— Review left October 5, 2021
The Yoga Retreat at Montreat was an exceptional value for my first of hopefully many more trips with Road Scholar!
— Review left October 1, 2021
What a perfect area to learn about the Eight Limbs of Yoga. It really did feel like a retreat from everyday life. If you have any interest in yoga you will enjoy this seminar.
— Review left September 30, 2021
I highly recommend the beginning yoga program at Montreat Conference Center. The entire staff was marvelous, from the instructor to the program coordinator to dining room personnel. Even though the program lasted just six days, my classmates and I bonded easily and have promised to keep in touch with one another.
— Review left September 24, 2021
Montreat NC is a beautiful, quiet, pristene place. My yoga retreat experience was wonderful and I would definitely recommend it. The instructor presented the yoga practice in such a way to accommodate most people if they were willing to try. You did not to necessarily have prior experience but being somewhat active is a plus for your satisfaction.
— Review left September 22, 2021
This was an amazing program! I learned so much about yoga and meditation and am inspired to continue with it at home. All the participants were friendly and kind, and the instructor was fabulous! The location is a treat in and of itself. Montreal is beautiful and serene, and the staff there were wonderful. I would definitely recommend this program to both those new to yoga and those who have practiced yoga but want to learn more about it.
— Review left August 29, 2021
The yoga program is what you make of it. Martha made sure to include less strenuous and more strenuous instructions for many of the positions. I hurt and felt better all at the same time.
— Review left August 28, 2021
Totally enjoyed the class. I have never tried yoga and have managed to practice at least 5 days per week. Joined a chair yoga class at the Y near me.
Martha did an outstanding job!!
— Review left December 20, 2019
it works!
— Review left December 10, 2019
great experience
— Review left December 9, 2019
A restorative and challenging program in a gorgeous setting. The yoga program was appropriate for many levels of ability and the teacher is excellent. I loved the people I met and enjoyed hiking and exploring the area.
— Review left November 6, 2019
I would highly recommend this program to anyone who is interested in starting yoga. Options were given regardless of skill level that everyone could manage.
— Review left October 7, 2019
Beautiful setting, fresh mountain air, good healthy food, wonderful walking trails, excellent instructor, comfortable accommodations, very nice people. Plenty of places of interest to visit during free time. I'll be back.
— Review left May 26, 2019
I would highly recommend Yoga for Beginning and Intermediate and Wellness for anyone one that has an interest or presently attends Yoga classes.
— Review left May 24, 2019
Once again I enjoyed another great Road Scholar program at Montreat, NC. The Road Scholar programs continue to be one of the best organizations I have ever found. They really are committed to providing outstanding, enjoyable experiences that are wonderfully cost effective. Every facet of the organization I have dealt with are so helpful and sincerely interested in providing an outstanding experience. I always feel safe, meet interesting people, & thoroughly enjoy myself as a single lady.
— Review left March 31, 2019