Iyengar Yoga Summer Retreat in South Frontenac, Ontario
Steady in the Unknown
Thurs. August 19 to Sun. August 22, 2027, with Stephanie Tencer at
Bloom Holistic Retreat on Loughborough Lake.
Join the early-access list for first dibs at the remaining spots
You don't need to have it all figured out
Which is fortunate, because who does? Join us for a few days of yoga, lakeside living and fresh possibilities. Drawing on the yogic quality of sthira, or steadiness, we'll explore stability that doesn't depend on everything staying the same.
Through asana, pranayama and a little philosophy, expect familiar poses with unexpected discoveries, room to try something different, and permission not to get it right the first time. Between sessions enjoy delicious food, great company and time by the water.
Come curious. We'll begin there, then we'll add creativity, receptivity, and a sense of adventure.
Led by Stephanie Tencer
Stephanie is the director and principal teacher at Toronto's Studio Po. She is deeply moved by the playfulness and self-discovery inherent to Iyengar Yoga and loves weaving these themes into her classes.
The retreat is geared to students with at least a year of consistent Iyengar yoga practice.
What's included
Three nights at Bloom Holistic Retreat, in the room you choose below
Farm-to-table vegetarian meals, from dinner on the first evening to brunch on the last day
15+ hours of Iyengar yoga
Free time to swim, relax, read, hike and explore
Props and mats supplied. Bring your own if you like, but you don't need to.
Rooms and prices
Prices are per person for the whole retreat.
Coming on your own? We’ll pair you in a shared suite.
Shared suite
$2,034 per person · 10 suites
Two twin beds, an ensuite and a view of the forest or the lake. Good for two friends or a couple.
Opens to everyone at 11 am on Tuesday, November 3. Early-access members can book from November 1.
Quad room
$1,356 per person · 2 rooms, 8 beds · Sold out
Two bunk beds and an ensuite on the lower level, shared by four. Each bed has its own light, fan and privacy.
All beds are taken. Join the waitlist in case one opens up.
Private suite
$2,373 per person · 3 suites · Sold out
A queen bed and an ensuite to yourself, with a view of the forest or the lake.
All three private suites are taken. Join the waitlist in case one opens up.
Bloom Holistic Retreat on Loughborough Lake
Bloom is in South Frontenac, about three hours from Toronto and 25 minutes from Kingston. It has a practice hall that looks out over the water, a dock for swimming and trails through the woods.
Arrive in time for dinner on Thursday, August 19. We finish with brunch on Sunday, August 22. Coming without a car? VIA Rail and Megabus both stop in Kingston.
How booking works
Join the early-access list. At 9 am on Sunday November 1, you’ll get your booking link by email, two days before registration opens to everyone else.
Choose your room and book it through Po Online, with a $500 deposit or in full.
Afterwards, we'll send a short form for your roommate preference and any dietary needs.
Deposit and cancellation
To book: a $500 non-refundable deposit per person, which goes toward the retreat price. The balance is due 180 days later, or May 1, 2027 if that is sooner. You can opt to pay in full when you register, if you prefer.
Cancel by April 30, 2027: we'll refund everything you've paid beyond the deposit, with nothing more owing.
Cancel from May 1, 2027: there's no refund, unless another paying participant takes your place. Once they've paid, we refund what you paid beyond the deposit.
If we cancel the retreat: you get a full refund.
After they got home…
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By the end of the retreat, I felt strong, confident, and back on track with my practice. The classes were brilliantly structured to gradually build our strength and confidence, culminating with me doing headstands and handstands, something I never thought possible!
Carol C - Toronto, ON
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During this retreat I strongly felt how deepening my understanding of the basics and simply spending more time on the mat, can propel me forward into more challenging poses. All of the sudden, I found myself in a handstand for the very first time! This was a real highlight for me!
Herbert Z - Houston, TX
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Thank you for a wonderful retreat! I very much enjoyed the classes, the retreat center and the surrounding environs were beautiful. The very best part was the wonderful community and especially my very special roommate who I had just met, and now feel a budding friendship developing.
Patti M - San Francisco, CA
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After I got home, I was shocked by how much it had seeped into my practice - My poses seemed magically deepened; the yoga came not easier but better. I'm grateful in body and mind for the gifts of the retreat - can't wait till next year.
Joanne K - Toronto, ON
The early-access list hears first
Past participants have already scooped about two thirds of the spots. Sign up below for first access to the remaining spaces. You'll get your booking link by email on Sunday November 1, two days before registration opens to everyone else.
