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ENJOY LIFE NOW

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Conscious Travel . Yoga . Adventure

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Meet Jyoti Fontaine,

Founder of RasVida

Both on and off the mat Jyoti radiates joy and deep inner wisdom. Her adventurous spirit, love for intercultural experiences and a compassionate heart infuse her retreats and impact all who attend.

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Born and raised in Colorado, in a yoga ashram, her depth and connection to the sacred yoga traditions of asana, meditation, Ayurveda, and seva (selfless service) are at the core of who she is and how she lives her life. Teaching allows Jyoti to share from her inner depth and continue her lifelong journey dedicated to authentic personal growth. Her biggest reward as a teacher is watching her students cultivate their own inner growth and transformation with yogic practices on and off the mat. It is why she loves what she does!

Jyoti is a certified yoga teacher through the Shambhava School of Yoga and since her certification in 2003 has completed numerous additional trainings through the Shambhava School and Life Power Yoga. Her classes invite a more subtle experience with a conscious focus on strength, healthy alignment, and body mechanics for all practitioners. When not on the mat, Jyoti can be found in her art studio creating beautiful contemporary paintings. As a recent breast cancer survivor, and mother of two rapidly growing children, she has a renewed sense of life, outdoor adventure, and the importance of self-care.

RasVida Yoga Excursions founder, Jyoti Fontaine Nicoll
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"A once in a lifetime experience"

Heather Fuller, Colorado

My time at the retreat was exactly what I had hoped for, traveling solo.  Apprehensive and scared to take the plunge, these feelings quickly subsided as I met the entire group on the first night.  I found more of myself than I had ever expected and the time with Jyoti and the group was transformational.”

Kerry Schnackenberg, California

An excellent retreat, not over-coordinated or under-planned.  A perfect rhythm to rest, recharge, have fun, be active, be nourished, cared for and feel love and loss all rolled into one.  Thank you for a once in a lifetime experience.  I’ll forever cherish the time here and am interested in ALL future offerings.  You’re the best!

Anne Holt, Massachussetts

Jyoti’s retreat to Mexico was exactly what I needed.  The balance of yoga, excellent food, beautiful scenery, and connection with other women brought me back to my center after a long period of feeling isolated and ungrounded.  Jyoti’s instruction, calm leadership and wonderful, positive energy made me feel safe and supported.  I will definitely be booking another retreat!
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