Couples’ Romantic Getaway: November

Dr. Nina Smiley

Dr. Nina Smiley graduated from Vassar College, and earned a doctoral degree in psychology from Princeton University. She is co-author of The Three Minute Meditator and the CD Mini-Meditations That Will Enhance Your Life. Nina taught psychology at the University of Maryland and worked at the American Psychological Association. She has studied mindfulness with Jack Kornfield (founder of Spirit Rock Meditation Center), Sharon Salzberg (co-founder of Insight Meditation Society), and others. Nina’s work has been featured in O, the Oprah Magazine, Real Simple, Shape, Self and Marie Claire. She delights in sharing insights about mindfulness meditation and wellness.

Bram Kincheloe

Bram Kincheloe is a multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and owner of Semperviren Studios based in the Hudson Valley. Attending the LaGuardia School of Performing Art and Manhattan School of Music, Bram furthered his art of jazz drumming while also co-forming the soul-rock band Sister Sparrow & the Dirty Birds in 2008. Establishing a residency at Rockwood Music Ball, the band quickly began touring across the USA and Canada. They went on to record three albums, produced by famed bassist Randy Jackson. Opening for The Avett Brothers, Dr. John, and The Black Keys, Bram has also appeared in acclaimed festivals including Bonnaroo, Voodoo Fest, Cotai Jazz, Blues Festival, and Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival.

Lana Heintjes

Lana Heintjes, E-RYT200, is known for her soothing voice and calm presence.  She’s led thousands of students in becoming stronger and healthier since 2009, after a 200-hr Yoga to the People teacher training in NYC. The evolution of her yoga practice has taken her on and above her mat, indoors and outdoors, around the world, and has made her the vibrant and joyful person that she is today. Lana is committed to coaching, training, and supporting students on their journey of self-empowerment, body positivity, and motivation! She is certified in Vinyasa yoga, AcroYogaⓇ, Hot Yoga and Restorative Yoga. She also teaches Aerial Silks and is a Thai yoga bodywork practitioner with a Bachelor’s of Science in Music. Lana has over 500 hours of training and 5,000+ hours of teaching experience. She currently resides in the beautiful New Paltz, NY. Follow Lana on Instagram @acrolana

Casey Richards

Casey Richards has always naturally sought balance in her life. And once she discovered the practice of yoga she realized just how valuable it was. “Yoga balances my need for spiritual and personal reflection with my need for creative movement and creating physical strength and resiliency.”
Initially Casey immersed herself in the 200 hour training course offered at Vitality Yoga Flow in New Paltz, NY as a way to deepen her own practice. But it wasn’t long before she fell in love with the role of guide. She was inspired to share her love of the practice with others and to help motivate them to take care of themselves, their communities and to follow their dreams.
Casey is a certified RYT® 200, and has completed trainings in AcroFit, Yin Yoga, and Meditation. She believes strongly in the transformative power of tuning in with your authentic self and practicing radical acceptance. And she models this behavior for her students, family and friends. Casey’s yoga and acroyoga practices have helped her develop trust, comfort and playfulness within herself and her communities. It is the joy and freedom brought about by these movement and mindfulness based practices that fuel her to teach. Follow Casey on Instagram @caseymoonacro.

Whitecliff Vineyards

Whitecliff Vineyards is an artisanal family run winery created from the ground up by owners and founders, Michael Migliore and Yancey Stanforth-Migliore. Establishing the vineyard has been an ongoing process since 1979, involving years of trial and error and a rigorous approach of science and engineering, to provide the knowledge and the strong base necessary to create a successful vineyard and winery. It is one of the largest vineyards in the Hudson Valley, with over 20 varieties of grapes planted.

KJ Denhert

KJ Denhert is an award-winning songwriter, guitarist, vocalist and bandleader living in Ossining, New York. She is a consummate artist with a rich history; a legend of Urban Folk & Jazz who channels a wide range of influences to create something completely unique. She performs regularly in New York and around the world and has shared stages with internationally renowned jazz and pop musicians such as GRAMMY Award winners Alicia Keys, Roberta Flack and many more. She has released 10 albums including her latest “Destiny”.