Wanderlust to Return to Tremblant This August

Wanderlust, producers of the largest yoga lifestyle events in the world, returns to Mont Tremblant, August 11-August 14. The four-day festival allows attendees to unplug from the ordinary and choose their own adventure from a variety of activities including yoga, live music, meditation, explorative hikes, kayaking, running treks, fine dining and more.

This year, Wanderlust presents an unparalleled lineup of new offerings to inspire, surprise and delight.

What's New and Not To Be Missed at Wanderlust Tremblant 2016?

• Sunrise Trail Hikes: Start your day off with a gentle hike to watch the sun rise with stunning mountain views.
• Classes with Mary Beth LaRue, Faith Hunter and Shabad Khalsa : These powerhouse yoga instructors comes to Wanderlust Tremblant for the very first time.
• Sonic Hikes: We will offer four different hikes that that have musical accompaniment. After a meditative hike, attendees can choose to join Masood Ali Khan for kirtan in the woods; Elijah Ray for a musical mediation sonic excursion, Max ZT will play the original pieces inspired by his travels in Senegal and India, Garth Stevenson will lead hikes early in the morning and perform his upright bass as the sun rises, and attendees will be serenaded by YAIMA who will play a short collection of songs written and inspired by the wind-all in stunning natural settings.
• Local Favorites: Quebecoise Instructors Genvieve Gueard, Nicole Bordeleau, Janick Leonard, Nadia Bonenfant, Marie-Eve Bertand and Melanie Richards will lead classes in French.
• Meditation Experiences: Relax and get centered with renowned teachers such as Dharma Mittra, Rameen Peyrow, Kathyrn Flynn, Andrew Bathory and more.
• Musical Performances: Get down with live performances featuring the sheer exuberance of DakhaBrakha, the Gulf Coast soul of The Suffers, Karsh Kale's atmospheric electronicaand many more as well as superstar DJs: Serious Black, DJ Drez and more.
• Speakeasy Talks: Attendees will be inspired by the Speakeasy series, a lecture program featuring today's thought leaders: Earle G Hall will discuss the Science of Happiness, Gabrielle Falardeau will explore Alimentation et Conservation and Smart Halo Founder Xavier Peich will reveal the future of cycling, Melissa Collert will inspire you to get clear on what you want and how to get it-and many more.
• Soulscape Classes:This yoga practice accompanied by our DJs powerful, exclusive playlists is designed to dissolve hardened boundaries and unwind the tension. Classes devoted entirely to the music of Nina Simone, Moby and A Tribe Called Quest are on this year's roster.
• Earth Mandala Playshop: Join Day Schildkret to scout the Wanderlust landscape to collect tools and supplies, channel your creative side and learn how to create your very own Earth Mandala.
• Barefoot Hiking: This midday hike will begin at the top of the Gondola and will follow the 360 trail that circles the peak. While enjoying incredible views in every direction, this hike will be done in bare feet, and mostly silently, to focus awareness on the novel sensations.
• Reggae Yoga: Superstar yoga instructor Faith Hunter will create an inspirational playlist and offer a playful blend of sequences that will get you singing, your body moving, and inspire you to create positive change in your community with One Love spirit.
• Flashback to the 80s Blacklight Yoga: Who doesn't love 80's music? Come have fun on your mat and flow it out to the top beats of this era. Let loose and enjoy an energetic fluid sequence that will focus on core strength and building a strong foundation. Leg warmers, and neon colored yoga apparel are highly encouraged.
• Muhammad Ali Tribute Class: Join MC Yogi & DJ Drez for a soul filled yoga experience inspired by the life and legacy of Muhammad Ali.
• Twilight Harmonies: French + American Serenades: Join Francesa Blanchard for a summit concert of reflective songs on life, love and heartbreak in French and English.

For more information and tickets, visit: wanderlust.com/fr/festivals/tremblant.

Festival attendees will be nourished by a number of Wanderlust partners including:

• Bai is an innovative beverage company that brings great taste and better-for-you ingredients together at last. Each bottle of Bai offers fresh fruit flavor and antioxidants that quench more than just your thirst. Festival attendees can stop "Bai" and share words of wisdom on our inspirational quote wall. They'll stay refreshed sipping on a fresh fruit flavored Bai, while typing dreams and favorite quotes on vintage typewriters.
• Founded in 1970 in Los Angeles, Bodhi Tree is the original source of awakened living. As the Official Bookseller of Wanderlust Festivals 2016, Bodhi Tree seeks to connect a new generation of awakened beings to the greatest spiritual authors, guides, and oracles and provide authentic tools for spiritual practice through a selected offering of books, jewelry crystals, statuary, and natural apothecary goods alongside ceremonial and artisanal treasures. Throughout the festival, Bodhi Tree will present signings and greetings with Wanderlust teachers and performers, and will offer festival-goers a free, 12-week subscription to Bodhi Talks, a series of audio presentations by renowned wisdom teachers. Visit www.bodhitree.com.
• Balancing symbolism with naturally inspired elements, Silver & Sage Jewelry offers individuals a wearable reflection of their spirit and a reminder of their own journey. Bracelets, malas, earrings and necklaces made with silver, gold and natural stones will be available for purchase on-site.

Tremblant is a top four-season resort destination owing to the excellence of its guest experience both at the mountain, and in its pedestrian village. Its views of the Laurentians, the diversity of its offer and its highly acclaimed major events - of which IRONMAN Mont-Tremblant, 24h of Tremblant, the Tremblant International Blues Festival and Wanderlust - have earned it a place among the World's 25 Best Ski Towns in 2015 according to National Geographic, and the title of #1 Ski Resort in Eastern North America for a 18th time by SKI Magazine readers. With your sweetheart, friends, family or group, Tremblant welcomes vacationers on direct flights from Toronto with Porter Airlines, to enjoy 1,900 lodging units fanned out across 13 hotel establishments including 5 renowned banners, over 75 restaurants, boutiques and a Casino, all at nature's doorstep.

Wanderlust Festival, LLC is a producer of large-scale lifestyle festival events focusing on yoga, music and wellness. The company encompasses Wanderlust Festival, the largest multi-day yoga and music festivals in the world; Wanderlust 108, a one-day "mindful triathlon" taking place in urban parks across the world; Wanderlust Hollywood, a 10,000 square foot community center in Los Angeles, CA; Wanderlust Media, a fully integrated multi-platform digital interface; Wanderlust Yoga, a re-imagination of the yoga studio experience; and the Wanderlust Teacher Training, a yoga teacher training program inspired by the Wanderlust festival experience. In 2016, Wanderlust will produce over 25 events across the world centered around its core mission: creating community around mindful living. The company was founded in 2009 as a joint venture between Velour Music Group, C3 Presents and Starr Hill Presents. Become a fan of Wanderlust at Facebook www.facebook.com/wanderlust Twitter www.twitter.com/wanderlustfest Instagram instagram.com/wanderlustfest
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