Esalen is currently closed. We will reopen on Friday, 2/9.
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Please note: On Wednesday September 20, online registration may be unavailable for up to 15 minutes while system maintenance is performed. If the 'Register Now' page does not load, please wait about 15 minutes and try again.
Revitalize yourself entirely during this special edition of Amplified Yoga at Esalen. The Amplified Method is a fun and cathartic way to merge yogic traditions, imagination and emotion, musical vibration, and physicality to transform your life in an instant, bringing you closer to the reality of being as happy and healthy as you can be.
Throughout the weekend, Donovan McGrath leads you in the high energy yoga practices that will help you build the strong body, vibrant energy, and mental clarity that is necessary to endure the pressures of modern day living. Expect practices ranging from high energy kundalini designed to induce natural states of ecstasy to complete stillness and relaxation for the deep rejuvenation of all your systems. Using the signature Amplified Yoga style, we will employ ancient yogic technology, kundalini movement, breath work, music, mantra, and meditation to unleash your potential.
Accompanying Donovan’s movement offering will be Guest Musicians DJ Victorien and Monica Dogra.
International DJ and Music Producer, DJ Victorien has mastered the art of the dance floor for over 16 years. With driving, uplifting, soulful, fun, and joy-infused music, he offers a global appeal, serving the crowd with the most epic and positive sound.
Monica Dogra is a multidisciplinary award winning artist who has released 11 studio albums with major record labels in India. She is a student of Vedic Philosophy, studying deeply with Himalayan Monks in order to fully embody and accelerate her on the path of awakening.
No matter where you may be in your life, physically or emotionally, the practices and benefits are accessible to everyone. You’ll head home with a rich trove of tools for:
This weekend aims to inspire you, leaving you renewed and refreshed by the Amplified practice, human connection, and Esalen’s pristine beauty. This event will be indoors and outdoors, so be sure to bring layered clothing. Yoga mats and blocks will be provided in the workshop space.
Learn more about the requirements to receive continuing education credit.
Founder of Amplified Yoga Donovan McGrath's motivation is to encourage you to Amplify the greatest parts of yourself, using ancient yogic technology, presented in a modern and accessible way. He utilizes Jivamukti, Ashtanga, Anusara, and Kundalini in the Amplified Method, which is fun, cathartic, and swift in its ability to transform a person.
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Friday
8:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Saturday
9:30 am – 1:00 pm
7:15 pm – 10:15 pm
Sunday
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Summer Groovers will experience Esalen in a format similar to our Self Guided Explorations workshops. Each Summer Groove week or weekend will open and close with a circle, and be filled with festive, nostalgic activities that harken back to those days of yore.
More activities can be found on our open class schedule.
See general schedule information including arrival, departure and meal times.
Click Register Now to view availability of accommodations and all-inclusive, program-specific tuition. Please note that not all accommodation levels are available for every workshop and additional faculty fees may apply.
We offer scholarship funds for those with financial need. Learn more.
Please note: On Wednesday September 20, online registration may be unavailable for up to 15 minutes while system maintenance is performed. If the 'Register Now' page does not load, please wait about 15 minutes and try again.
Click Register Now to view availability of accommodations and all-inclusive tuition that includes lodging, three meals per day, access to the baths, and all activities on the Summer Groove schedule.
We offer scholarship funds for those with financial need. Learn more.
For this workshop, you will register and pay for accommodations and tuition in two separate steps.
Second, click Book Accommodations from this page and enter the password to complete your reservation to stay at Esalen.
Prices for accommodations include your lodging, meals, open classes, and use of the baths and other facilities. View partner program accommodations pricing.
As of June 30, 2023 we no longer require a negative COVID test at the time of check in. Please read our current COVID safety guidelines for complete details prior to booking your stay.
All guests and faculty must provide proof of negative test results at time of check-in. Please read our current COVID safety guidelines for complete details prior to booking your stay.
In addition to proof of vaccination, all guests and faculty must provide proof of negative test results at time of check-in. Please read our current COVID safety guidelines for complete details prior to booking your stay.
Effective January 7, 2022 in response to the rapid spread of the new Omicron variant, all guests and faculty will provide proof of negative PCR, NAAT, or antigen test results at time of check-in. The test must be taken within 72 hours nd results must come from a laboratory or healthcare provider.Please read our updated COVID safety guidelines prior to booking your stay.
Effective December 15 in accordance with new guidance from Governor Gavin Newsom and the California Department of Health, all guests, students, staff, residents, and faculty are required to wear masks in all indoor public settings, irrespective of vaccine status, for the next four weeks (December 15, 2021 through January 15, 2022). Please read our updated COVID safety guidelines prior to booking your stay.
Effective November 19, 2021, in accordance with new guidance from the Monterey County Board of Supervisors, all guests, students, staff, residents, and faculty are no longer required to wear masks indoors on campus. Please read our updated COVID safety guidelines prior to booking your stay.
Starting November 5, 2021, due to substantial levels of COVID-19 transmission in Monterey County, a mask mandate established by the Monterey County Board of Supervisors will go into effect. Please read our COVID safety guidelines prior to booking your stay.
All guests will be required to provide proof of vaccination upon arrival starting September 3, 2021. Please read our COVID safety guidelines prior to booking your stay.
Masks are no longer mandated indoors or outdoors, except during massage sessions. Guests are not required to provide testing or vaccination verification before arriving on campus. Please read our COVID safety guidelines prior to booking your stay.
Revitalize yourself entirely during this special edition of Amplified Yoga at Esalen. The Amplified Method is a fun and cathartic way to merge yogic traditions, imagination and emotion, musical vibration, and physicality to transform your life in an instant, bringing you closer to the reality of being as happy and healthy as you can be.
Throughout the weekend, Donovan McGrath leads you in the high energy yoga practices that will help you build the strong body, vibrant energy, and mental clarity that is necessary to endure the pressures of modern day living. Expect practices ranging from high energy kundalini designed to induce natural states of ecstasy to complete stillness and relaxation for the deep rejuvenation of all your systems. Using the signature Amplified Yoga style, we will employ ancient yogic technology, kundalini movement, breath work, music, mantra, and meditation to unleash your potential.
Accompanying Donovan’s movement offering will be Guest Musicians DJ Victorien and Monica Dogra.
International DJ and Music Producer, DJ Victorien has mastered the art of the dance floor for over 16 years. With driving, uplifting, soulful, fun, and joy-infused music, he offers a global appeal, serving the crowd with the most epic and positive sound.
Monica Dogra is a multidisciplinary award winning artist who has released 11 studio albums with major record labels in India. She is a student of Vedic Philosophy, studying deeply with Himalayan Monks in order to fully embody and accelerate her on the path of awakening.
No matter where you may be in your life, physically or emotionally, the practices and benefits are accessible to everyone. You’ll head home with a rich trove of tools for:
This weekend aims to inspire you, leaving you renewed and refreshed by the Amplified practice, human connection, and Esalen’s pristine beauty. This event will be indoors and outdoors, so be sure to bring layered clothing. Yoga mats and blocks will be provided in the workshop space.
Learn more about the requirements to receive continuing education credit.
Founder of Amplified Yoga Donovan McGrath's motivation is to encourage you to Amplify the greatest parts of yourself, using ancient yogic technology, presented in a modern and accessible way. He utilizes Jivamukti, Ashtanga, Anusara, and Kundalini in the Amplified Method, which is fun, cathartic, and swift in its ability to transform a person.
July 14–16, 2023
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Applications are closed.
Applications are closed.
Revitalize yourself entirely during this special edition of Amplified Yoga at Esalen. The Amplified Method is a fun and cathartic way to merge yogic traditions, imagination and emotion, musical vibration, and physicality to transform your life in an instant, bringing you closer to the reality of being as happy and healthy as you can be.
Throughout the weekend, Donovan McGrath leads you in the high energy yoga practices that will help you build the strong body, vibrant energy, and mental clarity that is necessary to endure the pressures of modern day living. Expect practices ranging from high energy kundalini designed to induce natural states of ecstasy to complete stillness and relaxation for the deep rejuvenation of all your systems. Using the signature Amplified Yoga style, we will employ ancient yogic technology, kundalini movement, breath work, music, mantra, and meditation to unleash your potential.
Accompanying Donovan’s movement offering will be Guest Musicians DJ Victorien and Monica Dogra.
International DJ and Music Producer, DJ Victorien has mastered the art of the dance floor for over 16 years. With driving, uplifting, soulful, fun, and joy-infused music, he offers a global appeal, serving the crowd with the most epic and positive sound.
Monica Dogra is a multidisciplinary award winning artist who has released 11 studio albums with major record labels in India. She is a student of Vedic Philosophy, studying deeply with Himalayan Monks in order to fully embody and accelerate her on the path of awakening.
No matter where you may be in your life, physically or emotionally, the practices and benefits are accessible to everyone. You’ll head home with a rich trove of tools for:
This weekend aims to inspire you, leaving you renewed and refreshed by the Amplified practice, human connection, and Esalen’s pristine beauty. This event will be indoors and outdoors, so be sure to bring layered clothing. Yoga mats and blocks will be provided in the workshop space.
Learn more about the requirements to receive continuing education credit.
Founder of Amplified Yoga Donovan McGrath's motivation is to encourage you to Amplify the greatest parts of yourself, using ancient yogic technology, presented in a modern and accessible way. He utilizes Jivamukti, Ashtanga, Anusara, and Kundalini in the Amplified Method, which is fun, cathartic, and swift in its ability to transform a person.
Esalen Institute
55000 Highway 1
Big Sur, CA 93920
US: 1-831-667-3000
info@esalen.org