The conference will be held at the four‐star Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa in Indian Wells, California, approximately 120 miles from Los Angeles and San Diego.

Located at the base of the Santa Rosa Mountains, the Renaissance Esmeralda offers stunning mountain views and a striking desert landscape. The Renaissance Esmeralda facilities include a spa, three swimming pools, fitness center, tennis courts, 36‐holes of championship golf, two restaurants, café, pool bar, golf club house, and business center.

Yoga Alliance has reserved rooms for the conference at the Renaissance Esmeralda at the discounted rate of $119 per night. Each spacious room has a private balcony with views of the Santa Rosa Mountains, luxurious bedding, complimentary in‐room coffee, complimentary newspaper, in‐room movies, and room service. We encourage you to reserve your room early as space is limited and the room block expires on October 27th.

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Spa Esmeralda is a relaxing oasis with a peaceful spa garden and refreshing waterfall. The spa offers massage, body treatments, facial therapies, waxing & nail treatments, and a full‐service salon. Conference attendees receive 20% off any 60‐90 minute spa service from October 30‐November 2. To book at the discounted rate, please visit the Spa Esmeralda website.

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Conference registration includes eight gourmet vegan meals, beginning with breakfast on Monday, October 31 and ending with lunch on Wednesday, November 2. Yoga Alliance worked closely with the hotel chef to create an innovative and wholesome vegan menu. All meals will be elegantly prepared featuring fresh fruits and vegetables selected daily from local farms. Each meal will include a wide range of healthy natural grain proteins in addition to an array of salads. A light continental breakfast, including coffee and tea, will be served in the morning and will allow for flexibility to attend early morning yoga sessions. Lunch and dinner will be served during the speaker series. Following each meal a delicious selection of freshly baked goods and fruit will be offered as dessert.

The vegan menu is the only dining option included with the conference registration fee. If you have special dietary restrictions, please contact us to make arrangements. If you desire other dining options during your stay the Renaissance Esmeralda boasts a multi‐award winning Italian restaurant, a California style bistro and an authentic sushi bar.

Fresh heirloom tomato salad, grilled spiced tofu, roasted vegetable calzone, and delicious vegan desserts.

Yoga mats and props. Yoga mats and props will not be provided. Bring your mat and any props you use in your regular practice.

Comfortable clothing. Conference sessions will be both lecture and practice format. Pack clothes that allow you to be comfortable in either setting.

Vacation and resort attire. If you’d like to enjoy the sunshine or the hotel pool, we recommend bringing your sunscreen, shades and swimsuit.

Hiking gear. If you wish to explore the surrounding Santa Rosa mountains.

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Indian Wells is an easy two hour drive east of Los Angeles and Orange County on the Interstate 10 Freeway. Indian Wells is also within driving distance of both Phoenix and Las Vegas. The closest airport is Palm Springs International Airport, located 30 miles from the Renaissance Esmeralda.

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