Mountain Magic Camp
Music, Movement & Community

Santa Cruz Mountains, CA
September 29-Oct 1, 2023

Join us for a joyful weekend to uplift your spirit and connect with community.
​Yoga, meditation, dancing, live music, delicious food, good ol' fashioned fun. 
​All ages welcome!

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

  • ​​​3 days / 2 nights camping
  • 3 delicious meals per day Friday dinner - Sunday lunch 
  • Daily activities including yoga, drumming, meditation, dancing & Body of Sound, camp games
  • Inspiring evenings including live music performances & DJ dance parties
  • Free time to relax, have solo time or connect with new and old friends
  • Hike or bike - this venue is located on a world-class mountain biking flow trail
  • Kids and families are welcome - KIDZONE with activities set up so parents can enjoy the classes or free time!
  • Friday 3pm to Sunday 3pm ​​(first class Fri 4:30pm) ​

LIMITED SPOTS - REGISTER NOW

PRICING
​1 Ticket - ​$499
2nd Ticket* - $450
1 Child (4-12yrs) - $150 
2nd Child* (4-12 yrs) - $100
*These discounts are applied only when tickets are purchased together in one order. Children 3 and under are free.
WORKTRADE POSITIONS ARE FULL - PLEASE APPLY HERE IF YOU'D LIKE TO GET ON THE WAITLIST.

 CHECK OUT OUR PLAYGROUND FOR THE WEEKEND!

LET US FEED YOU!

And what about the food at camp you ask?
We're excited to have our talented Chef Denise back again! Last year the food was amazing so we are in for a treat. We'll enjoy fresh, mostly organic and delicious meals that will have several selections to choose from to please a variety of tastes and special dietary needs. Let us surprise and delight you! 
*Our chef also has a background in nutrition and is happy to accommodate special needs as much as possible.
Do you love working in the kitchen? Interested in doing work trade? We want YOU! Apply Here

 CHECK OUT OUR PRESENTERS

Alyssa DeCaro is a group facilitator, yoga teacher, dancer, and musician dedicated to helping others tune in to their “essential instrument” through movement, breath, rhythm, and ensemble connection. As a yoga teacher, Alyssa is known for her fluid sequencing, precise verbal cues, and heartfelt presence. She has been teaching locally and internationally for 23 years. When leading groups, Alyssa has a natural ability to shape the collective field...transforming an ordinary room into an inspiring space where practice and play intertwine. 
Izzy Wise is a multi-instrumentalist and DJ who produces eclectic dance music that bounces from West Africa to the West Indies, and all points in between. For more than a decade Wise cut his teeth in San Francisco, DJing at parties
like the legendary Afrolicious night and landmark venues like The Independent, Monarch and 1015 Folsom. His pursuit for unique rhythms & melodies has led him to the jungles of Nicaragua and fabled islands lost in the Caribbean Sea. Wise also plays a variety of instruments that he works into his energetic performances. His sets are best described as funky underground ethnomusicology courses with hypnotic grooves and reflect a well-blended taste of disco, boogie funk and house.
Andreina Febres, is one of the bay areas most beloved dance instructors. Her classes include many Latin rhythms to get your hips moving and your energy flowing. She encourages you to celebrate your body and move freely; whether you're an experienced dancer or not, it's about the joy of moving together, in community. Some of the genres include salsa, merengue, samba, reggaeton, cumbia & more. Andreina co-founded a non-profit organization, Dancing Saved My Life, and organizes local events & fundraisers to offer wellness retreats to women dealing with cancer. www.dancingsavedmylife.org
Mike Giannico will be offering Breath & Beats, a full spectrum breathwork sequence with music that will settle you down into your body, bring your system into coherence, nourish your cells, and build emotional resilience. Mike is the founder of Outdoor Yoga Berkeley, a donation based outdoor yoga program, and he shares his practices to help people find peace and joy. 
Yari Mander is a gifted music educator with a patient, fun and  supportive teaching style honed over more than 22 years of working with children and adults. He is also a professional drummer who has performed onstage with Joan Baez, Gamelan X, Reverend Michael Beckwith, Agape Choir, Octoprezel, and many other artists. Yari’s mission is to facilitate joyful, active, and transformational musical experiences for diverse individuals and communities. Get ready to learn cool beats, develop new drumming skills, and connect and play music with others. 
Toddlers, Tykes & Techno!
​Love to dance? Have little ones? Join for Toddlers + Techno – an all-ages outdoor wiggle fest! Our goal is to bring together the dance community and get the kiddos tuckered out before nap time. There will be some house, techno, disco, hip hop and lots of other fun stuff – think parental tastes in tunes meets family–safe sillies.
Lisa Engles-Witter , DHP is a psycho-spiritual counselor, meditation teacher and creator of the Karmic Warrior Oracle. She works with high performing, spiritually-minded women and men who are ready to break free of habitual patterns and heal past wounds so that they can live a freer, fuller life. Her work draws from time-proven principles and practices of Yoga Wisdom traditions and meditation that take her clients to the 'next level' of their personal and spiritual evolution. She has been priviledged to work side by side with some of today’s leading thinkers and visionaries in spiritual evolution, most notably, the late Barbara Marx Hubbard.
Annie May Willis​
Beautiful medicine music to soothe the soul! Originally from rural New York, singer/songwriter, Annie May Willis' roots in classical violin, social justice, and Appalachian folk music have grown into a raw and poetic voice for love, community, service, and healing. She blends the worlds of heart and spirit and speaks to the places that both ache and rejoice in all of us.

More presenters TBA.

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE

Please note that this schedule may shift as we listen to the weather, the sun, and the group field.

​Friday​
  • ​3pm Arrive and set up Camp
  • 4pm Welcome Snacks + Portal of Possibilities
  • 4:30pm Opening Activity + Kidzone open
  • 5:30pm Dance Class with Andreina + Kid's Drum Class with Yari
  • 6:30pm Group Orientation
  • 7pm Dinner
  • 8pm Opening Circle
  • 8:30pm Opening Party featuring AshoFem + DJ IzzyWise & LadyB 
  • Saturday 
  • 7am Coffee/Tea & Good Vibes Station 
  • 7:30am Morning Dharma Talk & Meditation 
  • 8am Breakfast
  • 9am Yoga with Alyssa ~ Kids Activity
  • 10am Moving Experience with Alyssa
  • 10:30am Breath and Beats with Mike ~ Kids Area open
  • 11:30am Toddler's Tykes & Techno​
  • 12:30pm Lunch
  • 1pm Cafe Lounge with Live Music featuring Annie May, AshoFem + Oracle Reading by Lisa
  • 4pm Dance Class with Andreina ~ Kids Activity​
  •  5pm Drum Class with Yari ~ Kids Area Open​
  • 6pm Embody Your Magic Pre-party with face painting and adornment
  • 7pm Dinner 
  • 7:30pm Open Mic Shenanigans
  • 8pm Photo Booth with the Fantastic Èli
  • 8:30pm Raise The Roof Party with live music featuring The LadyB Band
  • 10pm Bonfire + Campfire Songs
​​​Sunday
  • 7am Coffee/Tea & Good Vibes Station
  • ​7:30am Dharma Talk & Meditation 
  • 8am Breakfast
  • 9am Yoga ~ Kid's Activity
  • 10am Moving Experience with Alyssa
  • 10:30am Breath & Beats with Mike ~ Kids Area Open
  • 11:30am Closing Circle + Dance Party
  • 12:30pm Lunch 
  • 1pm Hang and Integrate
  • 3pm THE END - Bring Your Good Vibes Home

FAQ's

Is there wifi or cell service there?
NO there is no wifi or cell service! This will be a wonderful opportunity to be off the grid and experience full presence.
Is there only camping or are there other accommodations available?
This venue is all camping and you must bring your own tent. There are a few glamping options. Please email for more info. 
What's the food like? Do I need to bring my own?
We are providing 3 delicious vegetarian meals per day from Fri dinner to Sun lunch. So not unless you want to have meat or maybe your favorite snack to squirrel away just in case you get hangry!
Will there be kids activities or babysitters?
Yes there will several kids activities offered as well as a kids area with a dedicated adult present during certain hours so that parents can enjoy the other classes.
Is this indoor or outdoors?
The entire venue is outdoors with the exception of the kitchen (dining hall is outdoors) and the Friendship Building which may have kids movie night and some other activities. Last time the kids wanted to be at the party dancing with us instead of a movie night.
Is this meant for individual adults or families?
This is meant for everyone to feel welcome! We believe community is important regardless of age and status. Many of the activities are designed for all ages to be together, while others are set up specifically for adults or kids separately.
What's the age cutoff for the kid's pricing?
Kids 3 and under are free. Kid's 4-12 can use the kid's pricing. Any participant 13 or over counts as an adult ticket.
Is there a pool? Will there be a lifeguard?
Last year it was too cold to use the pool so we are not planning to have the pool open this year. If the weather is appropriate, there may be specific hours that the pool will be open with a lifeguard on duty.
What time can I arrive on Friday?
We encourage you to arrive at 3pm to get set up. You can arrive anytime after 3pm. 
What time can I stay until on Sunday?
You can stay until 3pm, unless you want to volunteer for clean up crew :) 
What's your Cancellation Policy?
​Please see Cancellation Policy here
I'd love to come but can't afford the full price. Do you have other options?
Absolutely, we want this to be accessible to everyone. We offer work trade positions and some partial scholarships. Email for details.