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Immerse yourself in the stillness of yoga, the splendor of nature and the challenge of adventure. 
Yoga... Adventure... Nature. 

ADVENTURE WITHIN

ADVENTURE WITHIN

Experience the dynamic dance and rhythm of our natural world through Yoga and Adventure. Realize the thrill of your interconnectedness with nature, and the unity of body, mind and spirit. Learn how to apply this awareness of living peace and adventure in your everyday life. 

"Let nature be your teacher." Walt Whitman 

Adventure Within was evolved out of our love for both yoga and nature. Both are balancing points in our hectic and fast paced world, that allow us to stay grounded and energized. What better way to enjoy nature then to get outside and play? That's pretty much our mantra.... "Get outside and play". 

For more than a decade the staff of American Adventure Sports has been coaching & encouraging people to get outside and play. From beginner adventurers to seasoned adventure racers, American Adventure Sports specializes in teaching the how too for adventure sports.

Our guest houses feature all the amenities, antique furniture, 2 bathrooms & a full kitchen and laundry. Plus fresh homemade bread and juice. Nestled in the quaint little river village of Ohiopyle. 

We love the water, and the waters of the Laurel Highlands are some of the purest & cleanest anywhere on the east coast. Let our experienced guides teach you how to kayak or canoe or, enjoy a guided white water rafting trip on the lower Yough river. 

For the perfect combination of flow...... mind, spirit and body... spend the day learning to climb up the rocks or to rappel down them. Our certified mountaineering instructors have taught literally thousands of beginners how to safely enjoy the sport of climbing.

Both packages are 3 days & 2 nights and are all inclusive, with the exception of alcohol. Clients are welcome to b.y.o.b.

Clients can check in Friday evening after 3 pm, and will be asked to check out Sunday by 4 pm. Additional nights lodging can be arranged at a discount, should you like to arrive early or stay later. 

All activities are optional and clients are encouraged to participate, or not, at their discretion. 

Friday and Saturday evening there is a one hour Yoga relaxation session offered for those who would like to participate, followed by a wine tasting & hors d'oeuvres. Clients are encouraged to share a bottle of their favorite wine.

All inclusive package on September 5-6-7... limited to the 1st 12 registered yogi's.

Double occupancy: $387.00            Single occupancy: $478.00

Saturday is River Day

Saturday morning starts with a 90 minute yoga session on the banks of the beautiful Yough River. Feel and hear the rivers energy and perfect flow... every drop of pure mountain water following its destiny. Let the fresh air and the sounds of nature cleans your spirit as you convalesce with nature. Morning session is followed by a healthy breakfast of eggs, fruits, fresh baked muffins, juice, hot tea & coffee.

Enjoy the rest of your morning biking, hiking, reading, or just lying on a blanket in a meadow.... staring up at the sky.

After a restful morning, your experienced guides will teach you how to read river currents, characteristics of a boat, proper paddle strokes and paddling technique, boating safety and much more. Once your introduction is complete you will enjoy an afternoon of paddling on the middle of the Yough River. Keep your eyes moving, as wildlife abounds on the river. Our clients have seen many different species on our excursions, including Black Bear, Otter, Beaver, Loons, Red Tailed Hawks, Osprey, Mink and much more. We will stop several times along the way to explore nature or to swim in a deep pool. We encourage you to bring a camera along to capture natures beauty.

Diner includes your choice of fresh garden salads, raw steamed vegetables, wild rice with mushrooms and either grilled or baked fish or chicken. Each evening there will be a 60 minute yoga session, with a focus on relaxation.

Stay in and relax at night or, check out the local culture at the Falls River Pub, a favorite for locals and river guides.

Sunday is rocks and ropes day.

Sunday morning starts with a short hike along a mountain stream, followed by a 90 minute yoga session on a rocky outcropping, over looking the forest floor. Inhale the scents of forest fauna and soak in the sounds of the forest all around you. Become one with nature and with your ancestral roots.... feel the pulse of mother nature. 

Maybe today is the day you go for a horseback ride or visit Frank Lloyd Wrights architectural master piece, Falling Water. Or, maybe you opt for the book and the blanket that you enjoyed so much yesterday, we have the perfect mountain meadow for you.

The afternoon is spent learning the characteristics of mountaineering gear and how to care for and inspect it. Your certified instructors will teach you how to belay, proper climbing communication, how to select a proper climbing route, climbing holds, and how to achieve your climbing chi. We teach at a pace that is comfortable for you.... with one on one instruction being our priority. Once you have learned how to climb up, we will teach you how to rappel down. Body position, balance point, control, awareness & flow will all be coached and practiced.  

Our winter Adventure Within packages offer a chance to rejuvenate your spirit and energy after the hectic and demanding holiday season. These packages make a great Christmas gift for that special someone, and an even better gift if you decide to enjoy it with them.

The winter packages offer snow shoeing and cross country skiing, as long as mother nature cooperates, and many of the same activities as the summer packages, when she does not. Orienteering, hiking, wilderness survival and rappelling are offered all year.

Our couples packages offer a substantial savings or you can opt to share a room with a friend.

MEALS:

Breakfast on both Saturday and Sunday, includes lots of fresh fruit, eggs, whole grain fresh baked muffins & bagels, pancakes, breakfast burritos, hot coffee, green tea, honey and much more.

Lunch on both Saturday and Sunday will be boxed and enjoyed during at your leisure or on your adventure. You have your choice of a fresh salad, with or without tuna, or a fresh turkey wrap. There will also be fresh fruit, home baked cookies and juice. Dinner Saturday evening is a four course delight and prepared by our own personal house chef. You will love it. Massage can be scheduled in advance for the evenings at a cost of $35.00 foe each half hour.

Hi Doug,

Thanks again for a great time this weekend!  I’m surprised I wasn’t sore, bruised maybe, but not sore as I thought I would be.  Thank you, also, for your patience and guidance – especially hanging upside down on the cliff! J

I can see why you love your job so much.  It was so invigorating to get outside and enjoy everything about the outdoors – all the sights, sounds and smells - and to exercise and to challenge yourself.  It does make you want to continue doing the same.

And what an inspiration you are, also.  To enjoy what you do, to be as knowledgeable in what you do, and give back to the community as you do.  And what a compliment to see your son follow your footsteps and to also notice how happy you are.  It’s great to know someone that follows their dreams and succeeds in obtaining them.

I also enjoyed ALL the extra circular activities – haven’t played pool in years.

I wish you much success, health and happiness in your upcoming adventures and that all your dreams come true.

Thanks again!
Karen Sadowsky

Please contact Doug Crytzer to design your custom Adventure Within package or to register at (814) 397-4316 or email doug@americanadventuresports.com.

Group, corporate and non-profit rates are available.

Anyone interested in being an instructor or, in sponsoring an Adventure Within package for their Yoga Studio should contact doug@americanadventuresports.com.