Body and Soul – Yoga and Music Festival at The Caverns
Sat., September 7-Sun., September 8
Nestled amidst the enchanting landscapes of The Caverns, a world-renowned venue celebrated for its underground concert hall and natural splendor, awaits an extraordinary experience: Body and Soul – Yoga and Music Festival at The Caverns. Taking place on September 7 and 8 in rural Tennessee, this festival promises a harmonious blend of yoga serenity and musical vibrancy, inviting attendees to immerse themselves in a transformative journey above and below the Earth’s surface.
During the day, Body and Soul’s esteemed yoga and workshop instructors will lead a diverse array of rejuvenating sessions in serene locations across The Caverns’ realm, including the majestic cave venue, a second otherworldly cave, the scenic outdoor amphitheater, and the bucolic campground. As the sun sets, live music takes center stage deep underground with performances by Snatam Kaur, Simrit, The Mayapuris, Incendio, HuDost and Coco & Breezy.
“We’ve hosted popular cave yoga sessions before, and now, for a full weekend, we’re diving even deeper,” said Todd Mayo, The Caverns owner. “We’re uniting yoga, music, and the stunning natural landscape of The Caverns for a 2-day transformative festival designed for curious yogis of all skill levels.”
Body and Soul attendees can look forward to exploring yoga practices like Katonah Yoga®, vinyasa flow yoga, partner yoga and Ashtanga yoga. Workshops will delve into teachings on Patañjali’s yoga philosophy, arm and hand balancing techniques, chant techniques, myofascial release techniques, contact improv dance, Sufi whirling and more. To deepen attendees’ connections with themselves and the broader world, sessions are offered to study astrology and creative writing. All told, Body and Soul attendees will have an opportunity to choose a transcendent journey at The Caverns all their own.
Yoga and workshop instructors leading sessions at Body and Soul include Nicki Silverman, Phoebe Hunt, Kelly Carter and Lauren O’Brien, Sarah Norris, Anneli Virkhaus, Lisa Kearny, Gillian St. Clair, Brian Peoples, Gilbert Valenzuela, Michael Johnson, Deborah Coons, Nadia Dervish Aziz and Anna Whirling and John McGillin. Moreover, the majority of the musical acts will also present workshops during the festival, contributing to a deep sense of community that encompasses both artists and attendees alike.
Additionally, festival patrons can peruse Wellness Way, a curated avenue in the Caverns Campground featuring all-natural food trucks, a wide array of wellness and massage therapists and other groovy vendors!
Body and Soul festival tickets include free camping and start at $299 (tax included). Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, April 12, at 12 p.m. CT at TheCaverns.com. RV guests can add a pass for $119.
Body and Soul also offers a variety of VIP packages for those looking to upgrade their experience on any budget. A VIP Camping Package starts as low as $899 (tax included) with perks like a premium campsite location; access to VIP pit for nightly music performances; locally-sourced, healthy catering for breakfast and dinner; access to complimentary massages; and more. For guests looking for a more luxurious experience, a VIP Yurt Package is available with accommodations in well-appointed, climate-controlled yurt for two with all the aforementioned perks. A VIP package with luxury canvas bell tent accommodations with a queen bed is an additional glamping option for Body and Soul guests.
Start planning your journey of wellness, music and natural wonder at Body and Soul – A Yoga and Music Festival at The Caverns by visiting TheCaverns.com today!