Forest Acres Retreats and Events

06/18/2024

🌿Registration opens this Friday!

We can't wait to share our retreat itinerary with you!

Get ready for a transformative journey filled with yoga, meditation, nature walks, workshops, delicious meals, music, fire circles and so much more.

This is an opportunity to unplug, recharge, and connect with like-minded women in a serene and peaceful setting!

Tag a friend who would love to join you on this wellness retreat! 🌸

Barn at Farrington Hollow Dena Garfield Hirliman Miranda Wilcox Music Miranda Wilcox Kayla Crosby

06/17/2024

We are so excited to announce our FIRST FEATURED LOCAL ENTERTAINER at our upcoming Women’s Retreat at Barn at Farrington Hollow!

Miranda Wilcox is an up and coming singer-songwriter, fresh in the western New York music scene. This young musician will thrill you with her eclectic music set. She hits everything from R&B, to rock, to country, plus her own original music! Miranda Wilcox Miranda Wilcox Music

Miranda will be gracing our guests with her stunning vocals during our high-impact Opening Ceremony Thursday, Aug 1st!

And stay tuned, because we will be releasing our registration link!

06/16/2024

Partner Poses, Flying Wishes, Spanking Tunnels and Mimosas!
Happy 40th birthday to Michele!

06/16/2024

Getting ready for a Yoga Party at Evolution Spin Lakewood!

06/16/2024

A special 40th Birthday with a Yoga Party!
The celebration wouldn’t be complete without partner poses and mimosas!

06/10/2024

06/10/2024

06/09/2024

The ☀️ 2024 SUMMER SOLSTICE ☀️will be even more powerful!

The Full🍓 Strawberry Moon 🌕 of June will be illuminating the night!

Our Full Moon with Fire Circle, Sound Healing and Restorative Yoga will be Friday, June 21 at 8:30 pm.

We are making improvements for an even better experience:

⭕️ Everyone will be relaxing in a circle, with sound (Rachel & Dena) in the middle, for improved audio in case it was hard to hear last time

⭕️ We will have natural essential oils and insect repellant spray to keep bugs away

⭕️ We will gently move through some restorative yoga poses (resting, relaxing, supported poses) instead of lying still the whole time. Please bring blankets, pillows, or whatever you’d like to get extra comfy!

Peak illumination is set for 9:08 pm. Please set aside 1- 1 1/2 hour for this special ritual.

Please register at 716-499-7811, and we will send details. The location will be in Busti. $15/person.

06/08/2024

We’re in the process of planning something amazing! Soon, a limited number of women will be able to indulge in a weekend of self care, relaxation and empowerment. Our three night retreat will include activities such as yoga sessions, massages, a dance class, guided hikes, a tour of our farm, delicious and healthy meals and so much more! More info coming soon!

06/07/2024

We’re in the process of planning something amazing! Soon, a limited number of women will be able to indulge in a weekend of self care, relaxation and empowerment. Our three night retreat will include activities such as yoga sessions, massages, a dance class, guided hikes, a tour of our farm, delicious and healthy meals and so much more! More info coming soon!

06/04/2024

There is so much happening in the world right now. Hatred, division, war.
Sometimes, you can lose your head and your heart in this.
Tonight, at Restorative Yoga, we will focus on cultivating peace within the heart, with an intention to go forward radiating peace.
You can still sign up on Vagaro for a relaxing hour of inner work, starting at 6:15 pm.
I hope to see you there.

06/01/2024

Sharing simple and fun ways to feel better at Busti Church of God Health & Wellness Event!

06/01/2024

Sharing simple and fun ways to feel better at Busti Church of God Health & Wellness Event!

05/24/2024

It was a beautiful night 🌕 for the Flower Moon.

Thankful for grateful hearts, lightness and peace.

05/24/2024

It was a beautiful night 🌕 for the Flower Moon.

Thankful for grateful hearts, lightness and peace.

Rachel Selice Dena Garfield Hirliman

05/19/2024

Restorative Candlelight Yoga with
Wear something comfy, and bring your bolsters, blankets & pillows (optional) to my Candlelight Restorative Yoga Night at Evolution Spin Lakewood, Friday, May 24 @ 5:30 pm.

Come after work to slip out of survival mode and into relaxation to prepare you for a restful evening. It’s a great way to kick off your weekend!

In our dimly lit, gently warmed space, you’ll find comfort while experiencing soothing stretches and a chill playlist.

Our yoga community welcomes everyone, no matter age, size or flexibility. It’s all about finding release and relaxation….

05/19/2024

Full Moon with Sound Healing and Yoga Nidra is back on Thursday, May 23, at 8:30 pm!

Please set aside 1- 1 1/2 hour for this special ritual.

Please register at 716-499-7811, and we will send details. The location will be in Busti. $15/person.

Rachel Selice

05/17/2024

We’re in the beginning stages of planning our Getaway Retreat at the beautiful August 2-4, 2024!
Stay tuned!

05/17/2024

A little yoga and horses for a special horse lover’s 16th birthday party!

Partner poses, flying wishes, pretty horseshoes to take home, and fun snacks. I couldn’t have asked for a more appropriate guest of honor for the first party in the hayloft!

Check out these horse cookies made by my talented friend, Juli Bessey, that are realistic images of Peyton’s two horses, Reed and Annabelle! We couldn’t believe how closely they resembled the real thing.

And no, that’s not really horse 💩. Those are actually chocolate cupcakes I made and sprinkled with ground flaxseed.

05/15/2024

🌟 ONLY 2 SPOTS LEFT! 🌟

Please join us for an evening you won’t forget!

Meet us at SOLT, the new spa and cafe in Jamestown, for our:

UN-WINE-D SALT CAVE & YOGA NIGHT!

🔥 Saturday, May 25, 2024
🔥 7:30-9:30 pm

This is the perfect night out, especially if you’re looking for something unique to do!

🔥 Registration is limited to 10 participants in order to ensure a relaxing vibe with plenty of space for everyone. To register: 716-484-3355.

That night, you will enter through the Cafe, where you will lounge in your specially reserved space with a complimentary glass of wine.

Stroll through our spa services with a brief tour and freshen up in the washroom before heading into the salt cave for slow, gentle yoga.

Restorative Yoga consists of slow-paced, relaxing poses that are supported with blankets and pillows. Combined with deep breathing, your parasympathetic (rest) nervous system will be activated to help you slide out of survival mode and into relaxation.

Yoga Nidra will follow the Restorative poses. Yoga Nidra is practiced lying down with the eyes closed. A guided scan of the body will help you tap into a state of relaxed consciousness. Your mind will settle in a place between wakefulness and sleep.

Both Restorative Yoga and Yoga Nidra are appropriate for beginners and all levels. You do not need to be flexible. As a Certified Yoga Instructor, I will guide you through the poses and meditation while listening to soft music and resting in the therapeutic salt, which has many benefits for your well-being. You will find comfort on our blankets and may choose to cover up with them as well.

Both Restorative Yoga & Yoga Nidra help with the following:
* Reduce stress, anxiety, chronic pain
* Improve sleep and focus
* Enhance mood and help you feel calm
* Reduce blood pressure and cortisol levels
* Gentle on your body
* Restore your body and mind to heal

Please wear something comfortable. The salt cave temperature is set around 70-72F , and we will have blankets for extra warmth.

🔥 Register by calling SOLT Cafe and Spa at: 716-484-3355. Registration: $65/participant, limited to first 10.

SOLT Cafe & Spa
517-525 West Third Street
Jamestown NY 14701

Please arrive a few minutes early on the 25th for a unique, exclusive opportunity to enjoy our new stocked bar, salt cave and gentle yoga to relax.

05/14/2024

Don’t forget to schedule time for recovery. If you’ve been working out, dealing with stress, and just living the daily grind, take time to rest and restore with somatic movement, Tuesdays at 6:15 pm.

When done regularly, somatic movement during restorative yoga can benefit both the body and mind in profound ways.

Somatic movement helps people get in tune with their body, release built-up emotions, let go of trauma, and manage mental wellness. Somatic movement in restorative yoga is done consciously and focuses on the internal experience rather than the outcome.

Feel free to bring your blankets and bolsters (or firm pillows) and dress comfortably.

See you tonight.

05/11/2024

We now have a time slot available today 2:30-3:30 for private meditation, inner work and connection with horses.
716-499-7811 to register!

05/05/2024

A little yoga and horses for a special horse lover’s 16th birthday party!

Partner poses, flying wishes, pretty horseshoes to take home, and fun snacks. I couldn’t have asked for a more appropriate guest of honor for the first party in the hayloft! Scott Katie Weilacher

Check out these horse cookies made by my talented friend, Juli Bessey, that are realistic images of Peyton’s two horses, Reed and Annabelle! We couldn’t believe how closely they resembled the real thing.

And no, that’s not really horse 💩. Those are actually chocolate cupcakes I made and sprinkled with ground flaxseed.

05/04/2024

Did you know we offer private meditation and/or yoga sessions with journaling at the barn?

Being in the presence of horses is one of the fastest ways to bring to the surface your innermost emotions, dreams and intentions.

Combine horses with yoga, and you have two of the three most beneficial therapies that help process and release trauma stored in the body.

We provide you with your own journal for capturing and releasing what comes up, with guided prompts to deepen the experience.

Horses have the natural ability to reflect your energy to help you manage stress, anxiousness, and feelings that you’d like to change. They can also help you tap into your creativity and natural gifts to gain clarity on priorities and the paths you can take to create the life you want to live.

Available dates for your personal visit are Wednesdays-Saturdays.

Call or text 716-498-7811 for your time.

The yoga we practice is restorative, so it’s appropriate for all levels, including beginner. Relaxation and rest are paramount here in order to come out of survival mode and restore your physical, emotional and spiritual well-being.

04/29/2024

Yoga is always in season! 🧘🏼‍♀️
Here are some events to set on your calendar:

☀️Tuesday evenings at 6:15 pm, RESTORATIVE YOGA at

☀️Thursday May 23 at 8pm, OUTDOOR FULL MOON YOGA & SOUND HEALING, Busti location

☀️Friday May 24 at 5:30 pm, CANDLELIGHT YOGA at Evolution

☀️Saturday May 25 8pm YOGA NIDRA at the new SOLT Cave

☀️Sunday, June 9, 10-4 YOUTH LEADERSHIP DAY RETREAT at

☀️ Friday, July 12, OUTDOOR YOGA at

☀️Friday-Sunday, Aug 2-4 WOMEN’S RETREAT at Barn at Farrington Hollow

☀️ Private & Group Sessions & Parties for any Occasion also available! Just reach out: 716-499-7811

Gone are the days when people felt afraid to try yoga bc they didn’t feel flexible, or they worried about what they look like in their yoga pants. Some felt anxious over what the person next to them was thinking if they couldn’t seem to get into a yoga pose deeply enough. Some felt scared about the class being a stressful work out.

I saw people struggling with poses, and I saw people having a hard time being still with their eyes closed.

These are reasons I’ve made some changes to my yoga sessions. Indoor classes are dimly lit, warmed to a perfect temp. I softened my playlist, slowed down the flow, and deepened the meditation. Ball rolling self-massage, mudra and readings for healing are woven into every session while surrendering to soft sounds.

It is really all about drifting out of survival mode to rest.

I saw that you just wanted a safe place to relax and heal.

I highly recommend you wear something comfortable and bring a blanket and a bolster. If you plan on getting into a restful, peaceful yoga routine, these props are going to be your besties.

See you soon! 🧘🏼‍♀️