Namaste Friends,

Join Ryan and Nianna for an amazing 'Day Away', a chance to escape reality for the day. We are planning a whole day of rejuvenating exercise, deep reflection and nutrient dense food. We will begin the day with hot chai and a powerful yoga class. Then we have a superfood shake for breakfast, hike several miles, eat a raw, nutrient dense lunch, and finish with a stretch. Our food will be organic and raw, with examples of how you can integrate powerful foods into your diet. Not to mention... dessert!

Date: Mar 14th
Time: 6:30am - 1:30pm
Where: Malibu
Cost: $75 (with proceeds to benefit "Las Casitas del Arco Iris" an orphanage in Peru)

Take some time to yourself and reset the system. A Day Away is designed to reignite the fire within. Through a strong asana practice and a gorgeous hike, we can tune back in to our inner nature. Let the routine go! Let the week go! And let yourself radiate your true being. 2012 is a year of Truth and Transparency; both internally and externally.

This is a special retreat for us. As you may know, we have recently moved to NYC and this is our first time back and working in LA. It is with great gratitude that we bring our passion for yoga and wellness to you. AND, we have decided to use the proceeds of this Day Away to help support an orphanage in Peru that is near and dear to us. Las Casitas del Arco Iris has 16 orphans, feeds and educates over 100 elementary aged children and has 5 post high school programs for under priviledged kids in Urubamaba, Peru. A magical place. THANK YOU for your support!! www.lascasitasdelarcoiris.com

Much light and joy,
Ryan & Nianna

Ryan Patterson is a modern day mystic, healer, bodyworker and yogi, fully engaged in his passion for health and wellness, and living a heart-centered life. He has spent the last 15 years in the wellness world, from ski patrol to healing arts. Since 2005 he has worked as a yoga teacher, massage therapist and mountain guide at a successful and popular health retreat in Malibu, CA. Since the birth of Away Inward in 2008 he has been hosting his own unique style of retreat by merging spirit with adventure both locally and abroad. With a deep understanding of the importance of safety and the necessity of risk taking he brings a beautiful blend to Away Inward and everything he does. As a healer, yoga teacher, climber, hiker and lover of nature he is trusted as a guide and friend. Over the years he has cultivated a thriving global practice with amazing results for many clients. His capacity to lead, inspire, and serve proves valuable to participants on every level. His love for people and a general excitement for life will prove contagious.

Nianna Bray is a dynamic and inspiring teacher with compassion for her students and a sincere regard for their healing. As a catalyst for transformation she encourages self-empowerment and self-awareness in her students, helping them to love and thrive through life's many challenges. Her attention is on weaving prana, life force, physical alignment, and energetic flow to support a full and complete living sadhana, spiritual practice.

She is a native Los Angelino, born in Santa Monica, CA. Nianna has a profound respect for the healing aspects of yoga, shown in her commitment to life-long study and teaching. She teaches classes, private sessions, and workshops throughout Los Angeles and New York, leads global adventure retreats, and guides people on pilgrimages to India. When she is not teaching yoga she enjoys the simple pleasures of life like laughter, making yummie meals, sunsets, tails, bike rides and family. She is grateful for the blessings she receives from her teachers.

www.niannabray.com