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Where you belong. The Bend Yoga Festival is an inclusive, multi-day celebration of yoga, wellness, and outdoor experience rooted in the landscape of Bend, Oregon. Expect sessions led by internationally respected educators, alongside community ritual, specialty offerings, and adventures that invite you directly into Central Oregon’s rivers, trails, and wide-open sky.

This year’s theme: Making Space for Joy.

And yes — you’ll feel it.

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This year, you can filter the schedule by "Pathway" — there are six, based on what you might be looking for. It’s a way to navigate the schedule and easily find what you seek. The pathways are:

Movement & Practice
Explore Bend
Restore & Regulate
Tradition & Lineage
Empowered Aging
Arts & Performance
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Friday, June 12
 

6:30am PDT

Awaken Your Soul | A Sunrise Practice
FULL
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.
Experience the transformative power of sunrise yoga as we flow through a vinyasa warmup, syncing breath with movement. Dive deep into powerful breathwork techniques to invigorate your being and cultivate inner peace. Then, immerse yourself in the sacred repetition of the Gayatri mantra, chanting it 108 times to connect with divine energy. Feel uplifted and inspired as the sun rises, awakening your soul and setting the tone for a day filled with purpose and joy.

Join us as we greet the dawn and embrace the magic of each moment together!

Note: This session is acoustic, and therefore limited in capacity. Just the sunrise, the flowing river, and Kia to guide practice. Nothing to get in the way. 🕉️

MEET AT THE COMMONS BY 6:30AM; WE WILL WALK TOGETHER DOWN TO THE RIVER. THE COMMONS ADDRESS: 875 Brooks Street, downtown Bend. Sorry, we cannot wait for latecomers.
Presenters
avatar for Kia Miller

Kia Miller

Founder, Radiant Body Yoga
Kia Miller is an internationally celebrated yoga instructor and founder of Radiant Body Yoga (RBY), a holistic practice rooted in Kundalini and Tantric traditions. Designed to awaken each practitioner to their higher nature, RBY effectively integrates breathwork, movement, and meditation... Read More →
avatar for Jaya Lakshmi

Jaya Lakshmi

Musician, Producer, Teacher, Jaya Lakshmi Music
Jaya Lakshmi began leading kirtan and writing devotional songs on the guitar, harmonium and piano in the early 1990?s shortly after receiving harinam initiation from Srila Govinda Maharaj, a spiritual teacher of bhakti (devotion) from West Bengal, India. As a singer/songwriter she... Read More →
Volunteers
Friday June 12, 2026 6:30am - 7:45am PDT
Meet at The Commons, then Walk Together to the Riverside 875 NW Brooks St, Bend, OR 97703

8:30am PDT

Akhanda Yoga | A Path of Wholeness
FULL
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.
With Shriman Wellbeing, yoga is an invitation to remember your innate wholeness. Rooted in the Akhanda Yoga tradition of the Adi Nath Shiva Lineage, these classes offer a deeply integrative and transformative experience that honors the full spectrum of your being.

Each session is guided with care and intention, weaving together asana, pranayama (breathwork), mantra, meditation, and yogic philosophy. Through conscious movement and mindful awareness, you are supported in aligning the physical, energetic, emotional, mental, intuitive, and spiritual layers of self.

Whether you arrive seeking strength, clarity, grounding, or inner stillness, this practice creates a sacred space for self-discovery, balance, and deep well-being, guiding you home to your true essence, whole and indivisible.
Presenters
avatar for Shriman Ji

Shriman Ji

Yoga with Shriman
Shriman, a passionate yogi and dedicated teacher, has spent years honing his craft under the guidance of his teacher and Himalayan Yoga Master (Phd) Dr. Yogrishi Vishvketu from Akhanda Yoga Wellbeing in India, embracing the transformative power of authentic yoga.  

Hailing from Brazil, Shriman brings with him a rich heritage of musical talent passed down through generations of his family. Immersed in the vibrant culture of India for several years, he has delved deep into the realms of yoga, honing his practice and teachings to integrate the... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am PDT
Pine & Prism Wellness Collective 856 NW Bond St Suite 202, Bend, OR 97701, USA

8:30am PDT

Festival Kick-Off | Move Well, Age Well
LIMITED
Limited Capacity seats available
Move with greater fluidity by reconnecting to your center. Through a satisfying spectrum of postures designed to cultivate mobility and integrated strength, movement becomes more centered and supported from the pelvis. Feel your entire body respond with a lighter, more effortless experience both on and off the mat. With accessible, therapeutic-informed variations, this class fortifies the body while encouraging resilience and long-term ease of movement. Walk away feeling strong, open, uplifted, and supported.

Presenters
avatar for Amy Ippoliti

Amy Ippoliti

Founder, Yoga Educator, Amy Ippoliti Yoga
Amy Ippoliti is a yoga teacher, author, and advocate for human health and environmental stewardship. Her deep passion for yoga philosophy breathes life into ancient teachings, guiding students toward more purposeful lives. Known for her intelligent sequencing, clear instruction, and... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am PDT
The Oxford Hotel — Minnesota Ballroom 10 NW Minnesota Ave, Bend, OR 97703
  Yoga | Holistic Wellbeing

10:30am PDT

Festival Kick-Off | Somatic Slow Flow — Yoga For Self-Regulation
LIMITED
Limited Capacity seats available
This mindful, unhurried vinyasa practice blends traditional yoga asana with sensation-based movement and nervous system awareness. We’ll move slowly and deliberately, with time to feel transitions, explore subtle variations, and notice how your body responds in real time. Instead of striving for precision or intensity, the emphasis is on internal feedback, choice, and ease. This class supports regulation and embodied awareness to feel grounded, spacious, and at home in your body.
Presenters
avatar for Gina Caputo

Gina Caputo

Founder, WHOL: Whole Health One Life
Gina Caputo is an international Yoga and Meditation Teacher and Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach with decades of experience in making the mystical feel practical and the challenging feel accessible. She is known for her down-to-earth and playful vibe as well as her depth and... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 10:30am - 12:00pm PDT
The Oxford Hotel — Minnesota Ballroom 10 NW Minnesota Ave, Bend, OR 97703
  Yoga | Holistic Wellbeing

10:30am PDT

Thai and Fly!
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Limited Capacity filling up

This workshop will focus on safe and effective techniques from Thai Massage & therapeutic Acro Yoga to release tension from the body and mind.  It is a feel good class that will inspire, empower and nurture.  We’ll harness the energy of Metta-loving kindness, while building trust and connections.  Learn to give and receive a gentle Thai massage sequence and  experience the magic of inversion therapy.  All levels welcome, no experience or partner necessary.  Come in comfortable clothes and bring a mat and blanket to lay on. No experience needed! Just warm hands, an open heart.
Presenters
avatar for Lotsie Cash

Lotsie Cash

Founder, Tula Movement Arts

Friday June 12, 2026 10:30am - 12:00pm PDT
Pine & Prism Wellness Collective 856 NW Bond St Suite 202, Bend, OR 97701, USA

1:30pm PDT

Hover Into Handstand
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Ahh, the overly celebrated yet wildly elusive Handstand!

Also known as Inverted Tree Pose, or Adho Mukha Vrksasana in Sanskrit, this posture is one of the most challenging poses in the yoga game. But, fear not, because it can be achieved with a consistent practice combined with a few tricks of the trade.

Come for a fun and functional yoga workshop to help you stand on your hands and ultimately, hover in your handstand. We’ll enjoy a dynamic Vinyasa flow to prepare the body to invert and practice a few key drills to get you set up for success.

LEVEL: Experienced, for asana progress.

Presenters
avatar for Denelle Jarro Numis

Denelle Jarro Numis

Numis Yoga International
With over two decades of study, Denelle offers an authentic and intentional perspective to the yoga community, on and off the mat. As an avid practitioner of yoga and meditation, Denelle enjoys sharing the gift of the practice through teaching, writing and content creation. Movement... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 1:30pm - 3:00pm PDT
Pine & Prism Wellness Collective 856 NW Bond St Suite 202, Bend, OR 97701, USA
  Yoga | Holistic Wellbeing

1:30pm PDT

Yoga, Brain Health and Glymphatics
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Ever wonder how yoga can support cognitive function? Perhaps you’ve sensed it already and wondered how it works, or maybe you’re looking to get more out of your practice to support your brain? This class looks at how your glymphatic system, the lymphatic or waste clearance system in your brain, supports brain health and how yoga can support that.

We’ll start with a short lecture then we'll look at practices supported by both scientific research & clinical experience to enhance the glymphatic clearance system in the brain.

This will be an all-levels practice for those with a basic understanding of yoga.

No props needed but block & blanket would be great if available.
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Before the session begins, as you check in and settle into your space, enjoy a mini-sound bath experience from Lisa Tynan of Settle into Stillness.
Presenters
avatar for Tiffany Cruikshank

Tiffany Cruikshank

Founder, CEO, Yoga Medicine®
Tiffany Cruikshank, L.Ac, MAOM, is the founder of Yoga Medicine®, a community of yoga teachers focused on fusing science & research with traditional yoga practices to help people thrive and live their best lives. Tiffany is also an acupuncturist with over 22 years of practice and... Read More →
Exhibitors
avatar for Lisa Tynan

Lisa Tynan

Founder, Step into Stillness
Lisa is a Certified Yoga Instructor, Certified Sound Healer, Montessori Teacher and Kids Yoga Instructor. 
Her business, Step Into Stillness, brings affordable and accessible Yoga and Sound Bath classes, Guided Sound Meditation, and Chakra Balancing to the Central Oregon commun... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 1:30pm - 3:00pm PDT
The Oxford Hotel — Minnesota Ballroom 10 NW Minnesota Ave, Bend, OR 97703
  Yoga | Holistic Wellbeing

3:30pm PDT

Nature Paddle on the Deschutes River ($)
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Limited Capacity filling up

ADD-ON TICKET REQUIRED $39. °°° BUY Add-on tickets HERE. °°° 

Join Lori of Paddle Board Oregon at Riverbend Park for a self-guided paddle on the slow-moving waters of the Deschutes River. After a brief on-land orientation and safety overview, you’ll launch into a relaxed, steady exploration of one of Bend’s most beloved natural spaces.

Designed for all experience levels, this outing uses stable boards that allow you to move with confidence — freeing your attention to settle into the rhythm of the river, the sound of water against your board, and the expansive high desert sky overhead.

This is not a race or a workout — it’s an invitation to experience movement in conversation with the natural world. Expect gentle effort, fresh air, and a new perspective on Bend from the waterline.

All gear, including safety gear and life-preserver, are included in the price of the add-on ticket.

Recommended: Water shoes may be helpful. Layers in the event of cool temps are important.
Presenters
avatar for Lori Skiles

Lori Skiles

Founder, Base Camp Adventures
Meet Lori, the founder of Paddle Board Oregon, an experienced certified SUP Guide/outfitter and instructor. She has spent much of her life in//on the water and divides her time between Bend and Hawaii, residing part-time on a sailboat, sailing and SUPing off the shores of Oahu. She’s... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Paddleboard Oregon Truck at Riverbend Park 799 SW Columbia St, Bend, OR 97702

3:30pm PDT

A Cloth of Light — Make Your Own Altar Cloth ($)
LIMITED
Limited Capacity seats available

ADD-ON TICKET REQUIRED $99. °°° BUY Add-on tickets HERE. °°° 

Join Rach of Pine & Prism and Lauren of Vive Textiles for a hands-on natural dye workshop rooted in seasonal reflection. Together, we’ll create plant-dyed altar cloths using natural materials, then gather in a simple ceremony honoring the abundance and brightness of early summer.

June invites us to notice what’s blooming — in the natural world and within ourselves. As your cloth takes shape, you’ll have space to reflect on what you’re tending this season and what you want to nourish moving forward.
No experience necessary — just curiosity and a willingness to create something meaningful with your hands.
Presenters
avatar for Rach Huff

Rach Huff

Founder, Pine and Prism Wellness Collective
Rach Huff is the founder of Pine & Prism, a Bend-based ritual and community studio offering Reiki, microdosing coaching, weekly ritual classes, aura photography + readings, and intentional community gatherings. She sees herself as a facilitator and space holder — not a healer... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 3:30pm - 5:00pm PDT
Pine & Prism Wellness Collective 856 NW Bond St Suite 202, Bend, OR 97701, USA

3:45pm PDT

Sauna + Cold Plunge hosted by Gather Sauna House ($)
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 3:45pm - 5:15pm PDT
Limited Capacity seats available

Add-On Ticket Required $59. °°° BUY Add-on tickets HERE. °°° 

Join Halina of Gather Sauna House at their year-round outdoor sauna spa nestled on 9 acres of beautiful Central Oregon desert landscape amongst a cultivated garden ambiance providing a private and tranquil thermal bathing experience. With two wood-fired saunas as well as cold plunges, rain and bucket showers for cooling, this is a must-do add-on for your festival experience, wellness and recovery.

Note that the add-on ticket includes a tip for your sauna attendant. 

1) All guests must sign a Waiver of Liability before entering the sauna. We have made this form available electronically for your convenience. Please click to read, sign and submit your sauna waiver prior to your visit. Please ensure that everyone in your party has signed the wavier as soon as possible. Thank you!
2) Location and free Parking:
Hanai
62430 Eagle Rd.
Bend, OR 97701
If possible, please park at the far North end of the parking lot (opposite the Hanai building) and use the designated parallel parking spots before overflowing into the general lot. You will see a straight gravel road at that end of the lot that leads back to the sauna garden on that far North end of the property. You'll find the sauna garden there.

MAP it HERE

3) What to Bring -
Space for storage of personal belongings is limited. You are encouraged to arrive ready to sauna in your swimsuit under street clothes and limit your personal effects as much as possible.

BRING:
  • Two towels (one for sitting on, one for drying off)
  • Bathing suit
  • Waterproof Slip-on shoes (such a rubber flip flops to slip on and off between sauna rounds and protect feet on ground surfaces)
  • Water bottle – rehydration is key!!
  • Bathrobe (optional but highly recommended for maximum comfort between sauna rounds)
  • Hand towel (optional - to wipe sweat)
4) Please arrive to your appointment showered and lotion-free. Remove all jewelry before entering the sauna. Do not bring valuables; limit personal effects so you can be more fully present for this experience rather than anxious about your things. : ) 
5) Questions? Email [email protected] and they'll be happy to assist!
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THIS VENUE IS AN 11-15 MINUTE DRIVE FROM DOWNTOWN BEND.
Address: 
Hanai Foundation
62430 Eagle Rd, Bend, OR 97701



Presenters
Friday June 12, 2026 3:45pm - 5:15pm PDT
Hanai 62430 Eagle Road Bend, Oregon 97701

5:00pm PDT

Empowered Aging — A Panel Discussion
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What does it mean to age with strength, clarity, and agency?

Does aging feel like inevitable decline? If so, this panel is a 'must'!

In this dynamic expert panel, Tiffany Cruikshank, Amy Ippoliti, Dr. Usha Navagaparu, PhD, Doctor of Ayurveda, and Dr. Marsha Hamilton—Portland-based menopause specialist—come together for a grounded, science-informed conversation on Empowered Aging, moderated by Gina Caputo.

Expect practical insight, myth-busting clarity, and empowering reframes of midlife and beyond—not as decline, but as an intelligent recalibration and an opportunity to level up. This is a space for real information, nuanced dialogue, and tools you can immediately apply to move, live, and lead with power and confidence as you age.
Presenters
avatar for Gina Caputo

Gina Caputo

Founder, WHOL: Whole Health One Life
Gina Caputo is an international Yoga and Meditation Teacher and Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach with decades of experience in making the mystical feel practical and the challenging feel accessible. She is known for her down-to-earth and playful vibe as well as her depth and... Read More →
avatar for Dr. Marsha Hamilton, ND

Dr. Marsha Hamilton, ND

Founder, Flow Natural Healthcare
A naturopathic physician, Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP) and a lifelong athlete, Dr. Hamilton's focus is keeping perimenopausal and menopausal women strong, healthy and empowered.
avatar for Amy Ippoliti

Amy Ippoliti

Founder, Yoga Educator, Amy Ippoliti Yoga
Amy Ippoliti is a yoga teacher, author, and advocate for human health and environmental stewardship. Her deep passion for yoga philosophy breathes life into ancient teachings, guiding students toward more purposeful lives. Known for her intelligent sequencing, clear instruction, and... Read More →
avatar for Usha Nagavarapu, Ph.D., AD

Usha Nagavarapu, Ph.D., AD

Founder, Surrasa
Dr. Usha Nagavarapu is a Doctor of Ayurveda with a Ph.D. in Pharmacology and Neuroscience, and postdoctoral training in Dermatology from Stanford University. She has over 25 years of experience in translational research, cancer and clinical research and product innovation. 

Found... Read More →
avatar for Tiffany Cruikshank

Tiffany Cruikshank

Founder, CEO, Yoga Medicine®
Tiffany Cruikshank, L.Ac, MAOM, is the founder of Yoga Medicine®, a community of yoga teachers focused on fusing science & research with traditional yoga practices to help people thrive and live their best lives. Tiffany is also an acupuncturist with over 22 years of practice and... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 5:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
The Oxford Hotel — Minnesota Ballroom 10 NW Minnesota Ave, Bend, OR 97703
  Community Session | Open to Non-passholders by Donation
  • Pathway Empowered Aging
  • Production Notes: Sound Engineer & System + 5 BYF handheld mics/XLR cables

8:30pm PDT

Jaya Lakshmi — Ecstatic Dance Set

Whether you lounge and listen or get up and groove, you'll love the inspired sounds of sacred chants set to beautiful music and Lkshmi's incredible vocals! Don't miss this one!

With Botanical Elixir Bar & Lounge — with Aela of Rose Rooted Elixirs and Apothecary
A curated menu of herbal elixirs crafted to nourish, uplift, and support your festival experience. Cost for elixirs: sliding scale between $8-$15.

Don't miss this one-of-a-kind musical experience to close your day at the festival!
Presenters
avatar for Jaya Lakshmi

Jaya Lakshmi

Musician, Producer, Teacher, Jaya Lakshmi Music
Jaya Lakshmi began leading kirtan and writing devotional songs on the guitar, harmonium and piano in the early 1990?s shortly after receiving harinam initiation from Srila Govinda Maharaj, a spiritual teacher of bhakti (devotion) from West Bengal, India. As a singer/songwriter she... Read More →
avatar for Shriman Ji

Shriman Ji

Yoga with Shriman
Shriman, a passionate yogi and dedicated teacher, has spent years honing his craft under the guidance of his teacher and Himalayan Yoga Master (Phd) Dr. Yogrishi Vishvketu from Akhanda Yoga Wellbeing in India, embracing the transformative power of authentic yoga.  

Hailing from Brazil, Shriman brings with him a rich heritage of musical talent passed down through generations of his family. Immersed in the vibrant culture of India for several years, he has delved deep into the realms of yoga, honing his practice and teachings to integrate the... Read More →
Volunteers
avatar for Amy Hunter

Amy Hunter

Chief Exploration Officer, Guide By Your Side Life-Recovery Coaching
Yoga instructor with over 1200 hours of training and still learning! Hatha/Vinyasa, Kundalini, Power, Restorative, GiGong, meditation, Kirtan, etc. I am also a life-coach specializing in Life Recovery for people in long-term recovery from life!
Exhibitors
avatar for Aela Kascak

Aela Kascak

Rose Rooted Elixir Bar & Apothecary
Aela believes in the power of bridging mind, heart and earth through intentional living, earth-based practices, community and connection. She is a vitalist herbalist, herbal mixologist and elixir connoisseur sharing elixir bar experiences, workshops and other intentional offerings... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30pm - 10:00pm PDT
The Oxford Hotel — Minnesota Ballroom 10 NW Minnesota Ave, Bend, OR 97703
 
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