Mimi Daraa
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Mimi Daraa is the co-founder of Maison Palo Santo, a 500-hour certified yoga teacher, certified breathwork facilitator, published author, retreat leader, and speaker. With roots in Michelin-starred hospitality in New York City, she now guides immersive scent-led experiences in Texas and around the world, sourcing Palo Santo sustainably and ethically from Ecuador.
A regular teacher and collaborator at Shuniya Yoga Collective in Austin, Mimi weaves Palo Santo, SOMA breathwork — which she discovered in 2022 in an experience she describes as life-changing — sound, and storytelling into experiences that support nervous system healing, creative awakening, and new beginnings. She is dedicated to helping others enhance their physical, mental, and emotional health by building a global community of people committed to elevating consciousness together.

Saturday 9:30-10:45amEmbrace the Shift: Viniyoga for Grounding and Letting Go

Whether you are looking to release accumulated stress, reconnect with your inner self, or simply enjoy the serenity of a mindful practice, this breath-centered viniyoga class will foster grounding, release, and renewal, to embrace the natural shift that autumn brings. Our focus will be on cultivating a sense of ease and balance through asana and pranayama as we navigate the transitional energies of the fall season.

All-levels, Intensity 3, Asana 80%, Meditation 5%, Pranayama 15%

Saturday 2:00-3:45pm

Harmonizing Movement and Sound: Integrating Mantra into Your Practice (IAYT-CE)
This immersive workshop explores how the resonance of sacred sounds (mantras) can enhance your physical experience of the postures and expand your breath and pranic body to create a holistic experience that nurtures both body and mind. A short lecture on the origins and significance of mantras and how they can be used to focus the mind and elevate your practice will provide a firm foundation for a guided asana practice that creates a seamless flow between breath, mantra, and movement. Gain insights on how to design a personalized practice that integrates asana, pranayama and mantra, supporting your unique spiritual journey towards balance and inner peace.

All levels, Intensity 7, 80% asana, 10% lecture, 5% pranayama, 5% meditation

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