Ann Arbor's newest yoga retreat 'Be in Awe' seeks to inspire
When it comes to awe-inspiring places, the Swiss Alps are at the top of the list for Jody Tull.
Tull, who recently opened a yoga studio at 1632 Broadway St. in Ann Arbor, organizes a yoga trip there once a year for what she calls a “being” experience.
Tull wanted a daily reminder of the feeling she gets in the Alps and thus christened her new studio Be in Awe.
Jody Tull outside her new yoga studio, Be In Awe,.
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“We have the capacity, as we become more present, to be in awe,” said Tull, a yoga practitioner, teacher, and massage therapist. The name serves as a daily reminder to appreciate what inspires her, Tull said.
Tull fell in love with the studio space even before she was able to transform it into the sanctuary it is now. She knew that the building held some history as a turn-of-the-century home with some healing and nourishing traditions. Now, the space has a beautiful screened porch, a fire pit, a stone wall, and space for weekly classes, workshops, treatments and gatherings.
Be In Awe’s specialization is group workshops. Tull has created personalized programs for groups of colleagues and friends who are looking for an opportunity to reconnect and reduce stress.
The instrument in the middle of the room, a harmonium, is used for naked voice singing and is removed from the main space for yoga practice.
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Comments
rreidannarbor
Thu, Apr 15, 2010 : 6:16 p.m.
Congrats Jody. Place looks "AWE"some!
Elizabeth Rogers
Tue, Apr 13, 2010 : 6:15 p.m.
I have known Jody all of my life. I experienced my first Thai yoga massage with her this past Sunday. Throughout the session, she wove therapeutic breath work, massage and meditation masterfully. I am truly thankful and proud of her healng work.
Lana Hawkins
Tue, Apr 13, 2010 : 10:53 a.m.
I have experienced the Be in Awe retreat that sits quietly tucked away in the woods above Cedar Bend. We were sitting in the garden, Jody and I, and saw three deer watching us. Quite an experience for city life. We have a great place to "Be" in Ann Arbor. This space, Be in Awe retreat, is really special and has a nourishing energy. Whatever you do there, from a Thai yoga massage (like no other), or sitting quietly in the garden, Be in Awe and Jody of course, will rejuvenate you and get your positive energy flowing!