JUDY LOUIE
Aloha and Welcome,
I would be happy and honored to guide you on one of my yoga retreats as I celebrate over 25 years of teaching and hosting retreats. It is always such a pleasure to lead a retreat and witness the unfolding and unique magic of each group. Together we experience a time of transformation and self discovery. My focus during this time together is to make sure you have a relaxing and rejuvenating time while being immersed in the beauty of the Big Island. Together we will have time to play, explore and delve deeper into your practice.
This year I will be embarking in some new territories, a new retreat location plus a new role. I will be spending more time in the kitchen. Preparing yummy and nourishing food has always been a passion of mine and I am finally taking the plunge! I have enlisted a few talented teachers to guide you in your yoga classes. I will always be available for any questions or needed support.
About Judy:
In 2000 Judy opened Bikram Yoga Kauai, the first Bikram Yoga Studio on Kauai. She sold the studio in 2010 and continues to lead yoga retreats to Hawaii and Mexico. She currently resides in Oregon with her family. Judy was certified in Bikram Yoga in 1996 and has studied many modalities of yoga including: Ana Forrest, Baron Bapstite, Paul Grilley, Julie Gudmestade, and Bhavani Maki to name a few. She especially loves the Bikram Practice for it's therapeutic benefits and knows it is a life long practice and love . Her passion for yoga, and open spirit will put you at ease; while her positive attitude and nurturing spirit will make you feel cared for.
Co-Retreat Leader
Meg Long
Meg Long began practicing yoga in 2003 while serving as a US Peace corps volunteer in Kenya, East Africa. Her career in Public Health and yogic path moved in parallel as she utilized the breath, movement, and awareness components of yoga to function in high stress environments while serving high risk populations. In time, Meg was introduced to yogic philosophy and history, shifting into yoga as a lifestyle and mindset. After receiving her Masters of Public Health in 2009, Meg’s colleagues, staff, and volunteers at the Ronald McDonald House Charities grew interested in the techniques and strategies she used to manage stress and prioritize self-care. While serving her clients and patients, Meg understood the value and benefits of self awareness to ensure resilience and sustainability in her field.
Meg transitioned to teaching yoga in 2010 after completing a trauma-informed teacher training with a local non-profit who provided yoga to prisons, domestic violence shelters, drug & alcohol rehabilitation centers, and recovery communities. She currently holds a 200hr E-RYT certification through Yoga Alliance and a Level I (220 hr) Kundalini certification through KRI and Yoga Alliance. Additionally, Meg is an Adjunct Associate Professor at New Mexico State University with the Public Health Sciences Department and Honors College. She is also faculty of the Shanti Yoga School’s 200hr vinyasa teacher training.
Meg’s integration of yogic philosophy, postures, breathwork, and meditation with Public Health theories is the foundation of the workshops and presentations she has provided for behavioral health providers, medical providers, public school teachers and administrators, and students of all levels. The success of which initiated the creation of Radiate Wellness LLC.
I would be happy and honored to guide you on one of my yoga retreats as I celebrate over 25 years of teaching and hosting retreats. It is always such a pleasure to lead a retreat and witness the unfolding and unique magic of each group. Together we experience a time of transformation and self discovery. My focus during this time together is to make sure you have a relaxing and rejuvenating time while being immersed in the beauty of the Big Island. Together we will have time to play, explore and delve deeper into your practice.
This year I will be embarking in some new territories, a new retreat location plus a new role. I will be spending more time in the kitchen. Preparing yummy and nourishing food has always been a passion of mine and I am finally taking the plunge! I have enlisted a few talented teachers to guide you in your yoga classes. I will always be available for any questions or needed support.
About Judy:
In 2000 Judy opened Bikram Yoga Kauai, the first Bikram Yoga Studio on Kauai. She sold the studio in 2010 and continues to lead yoga retreats to Hawaii and Mexico. She currently resides in Oregon with her family. Judy was certified in Bikram Yoga in 1996 and has studied many modalities of yoga including: Ana Forrest, Baron Bapstite, Paul Grilley, Julie Gudmestade, and Bhavani Maki to name a few. She especially loves the Bikram Practice for it's therapeutic benefits and knows it is a life long practice and love . Her passion for yoga, and open spirit will put you at ease; while her positive attitude and nurturing spirit will make you feel cared for.
Co-Retreat Leader
Meg Long
Meg Long began practicing yoga in 2003 while serving as a US Peace corps volunteer in Kenya, East Africa. Her career in Public Health and yogic path moved in parallel as she utilized the breath, movement, and awareness components of yoga to function in high stress environments while serving high risk populations. In time, Meg was introduced to yogic philosophy and history, shifting into yoga as a lifestyle and mindset. After receiving her Masters of Public Health in 2009, Meg’s colleagues, staff, and volunteers at the Ronald McDonald House Charities grew interested in the techniques and strategies she used to manage stress and prioritize self-care. While serving her clients and patients, Meg understood the value and benefits of self awareness to ensure resilience and sustainability in her field.
Meg transitioned to teaching yoga in 2010 after completing a trauma-informed teacher training with a local non-profit who provided yoga to prisons, domestic violence shelters, drug & alcohol rehabilitation centers, and recovery communities. She currently holds a 200hr E-RYT certification through Yoga Alliance and a Level I (220 hr) Kundalini certification through KRI and Yoga Alliance. Additionally, Meg is an Adjunct Associate Professor at New Mexico State University with the Public Health Sciences Department and Honors College. She is also faculty of the Shanti Yoga School’s 200hr vinyasa teacher training.
Meg’s integration of yogic philosophy, postures, breathwork, and meditation with Public Health theories is the foundation of the workshops and presentations she has provided for behavioral health providers, medical providers, public school teachers and administrators, and students of all levels. The success of which initiated the creation of Radiate Wellness LLC.
What guests are saying......
"My wife and I have been on retreat with Judy now three times. Her big heart and teaching skill make for a wonderful yoga experience, and her joyful spirit and the people that she attracts to her retreats ensure that the rest of the trip is just as wonderful."
C. P., MD, Bellevue, Washington
"What I enjoy most about the yoga retreat at Xinalani is Judy. She teaches yoga with such joy and the biggest open heart. I've taken yoga from several teachers in various styles and I can say Judy is a gem of a teacher and a gem of a person. My husband and I have gone on 3 retreats with her now and look forward to more! In regards to yoga; it has been life enhancing in helping me recover from several orthopedic surgeries and to help deal with chronic pain. I can't imagine yoga not being part of my life."
T.C., Nurse, Bellevue, Washington
C. P., MD, Bellevue, Washington
"What I enjoy most about the yoga retreat at Xinalani is Judy. She teaches yoga with such joy and the biggest open heart. I've taken yoga from several teachers in various styles and I can say Judy is a gem of a teacher and a gem of a person. My husband and I have gone on 3 retreats with her now and look forward to more! In regards to yoga; it has been life enhancing in helping me recover from several orthopedic surgeries and to help deal with chronic pain. I can't imagine yoga not being part of my life."
T.C., Nurse, Bellevue, Washington
"Thank you so much for leading/hosting the bikram retreat. It exceeded my expectation in every way! I came home relaxed and not needing to recover from my vacation. I felt restored and inspired with yoga and your approach to teaching. I hope that I'll be on your email list for future events and that I'll be able to join you again. I really look forward to it and would recommend it to anyone for a relaxing retreat or to go a little deeper. I was fortunate enough to receive both."
H.E. Yogi, Santa Barbara
H.E. Yogi, Santa Barbara
"Once again, I had a wonderful experience. Thank you for allowing me to experience love in the place I had wished for the year before. Thank you for your tenderness, care, mindfulness and creating such a safe environment to practice yoga, learn to relax, share love and gain new friends. With love and gratitude!"
Y.A., Nurse, New York City
Y.A., Nurse, New York City
I just wanted to take a minute to thank you sooooo much for creating an amazing experience for me.
Your retreat was my dream vacation that finally came ‘true’ thanks to YOU!!
As a single woman, I was apprehensive about traveling to Mexico on my own.
You made it so relaxing, comfortable….exactly what I needed.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your love and dedication is appreciated.
Namaste!
Krista Suchar, Realtor, Kelowna, B.C.
Your retreat was my dream vacation that finally came ‘true’ thanks to YOU!!
As a single woman, I was apprehensive about traveling to Mexico on my own.
You made it so relaxing, comfortable….exactly what I needed.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your love and dedication is appreciated.
Namaste!
Krista Suchar, Realtor, Kelowna, B.C.
"Phenomenal food, setting, instruction and group! Your instruction was just incredible, very good at reading the group's energy and adjusting."
H. S., Sale
"Awesome! we loved it, met all our expectations of rejuvenating our body, mind and spirit. Unexpected fun times with making new friends and way too many giggles."
B. L., Nurse
"The retreat was amazing, felt welcome from the moment I arrived"
E. M., Physical Therapist Technician
"I loved the retreat. The effort of planning and execution shows. I would do it again, again and again!"
S. G., Retired
"Amazing! Life changing. Rejuvenating. Words cannot explain the retreat. Judy has allowed me to experience Bikram Yoga in a safe, non-judemental and beautiful environment."
Y.A., Nurse
"Thank you, thank you, this has been the best week, you have made this a very sweet experience. I feel so happy and full. I totally want to come back next year!"
M. B., Artist
"Posture clinics were great. The yoga instruction, in all honesty, was the best I've had."
S. B., Self-employed
H. S., Sale
"Awesome! we loved it, met all our expectations of rejuvenating our body, mind and spirit. Unexpected fun times with making new friends and way too many giggles."
B. L., Nurse
"The retreat was amazing, felt welcome from the moment I arrived"
E. M., Physical Therapist Technician
"I loved the retreat. The effort of planning and execution shows. I would do it again, again and again!"
S. G., Retired
"Amazing! Life changing. Rejuvenating. Words cannot explain the retreat. Judy has allowed me to experience Bikram Yoga in a safe, non-judemental and beautiful environment."
Y.A., Nurse
"Thank you, thank you, this has been the best week, you have made this a very sweet experience. I feel so happy and full. I totally want to come back next year!"
M. B., Artist
"Posture clinics were great. The yoga instruction, in all honesty, was the best I've had."
S. B., Self-employed