Yoga With Fawn

10/10/2025

Calling all cold-island-lovers!

The beautiful qualities of Orcas Island are made even more special when shared with yoga friends. We still have room on this year's retreat at the lovely Doe Bay Resort + Retreat center.

It's my pleasure to offer a space where friends can investigate their inner nature, surrounded by the helpful forest and ocean spirits. Nov 6-10.

10/04/2025

Letter to a friend:

It's been a weird year and I'm hoping birthday month will signify renewal. Ultimately I'll be healing for a while from all those toxins/surgery, but already feeling a little better each day. It is the most bonkers 50th birthday I never really wanted, or expected, but I am alive.

The team at Legacy oncology was filled with rockstars and thank the goddesses for Oregon health plan, they actually just kicked us off for being barely above the income limit and I'm not even medically stable yet! But luckily Legacy approved us for their financial assistance program so I can stick with them for ongoing "surveillance".

We have been juggling a lot financially along with the health stuff so I've created several donation options. I feel loved that's for sure and so lucky. See below.

https://www.elkrockyoga.com/fawnscancertreatmentfund
https://gofund.me/8fdaa34c0
Venmo: Fawn-williams

image of my birthday party invite made by Raven ;-)

10/03/2025

This summer, through Portland Means Progress's partnership with Worksystems—a non-profit dedicated to helping individuals gain essential skills and training for employment—Elk Rock Outpost was able to host two interns.

The timing of their support was crucial, especially while I was undergoing cancer treatment. The interns learned industry-standard software for small business retail, created displays, and were instrumental in helping establish new systems. This truly was a win-win scenario for everyone involved.

images of corners of the store today

09/29/2025

Having opened a new space in May, The Outpost, during a challenging time for me personally and economically, I find strength and peace in the practice of yoga.

I know that special places are important. I set up a GoFundMe to get The Outpost on solid ground. I believe I can do it, but need some help during this crucial first year. My goal is $8000.

Link is below.

https://gofund.me/7dcaec274

image of self
image of JT and the Mudbugs at the grand opening
image of the yoga set up Friday mornings
image of Becky teaching over the summer

09/26/2025

https://gofund.me/185071945

Help me celebrate overcoming cancer by funding my business. Any amount counts and is truly appreciated.

In 2022, I expanded Elk Rock Yoga, a studio I acquired in 2020, further solidif… Fawn Williams needs your support for Grow My business After Overcoming Cancer

09/22/2025

I’m not 100% physically yet, but I’m very grateful to be in remission.

My energy is starting to come back and I’m trying to get lots of rest.

If we haven’t chatted in a while: I signed the lease for a new beautiful space right before I was advised to have surgery to remove pre cancerous cells. Then after surgery I was diagnosed with advanced stage cancer, and went quickly into treatment.

I could not teach yoga while in treatment, but I dedicated myself to launching, opening, and maintaining the new store and managing the yoga studio.

The store has been open almost 4 months, and summer was very slow.

The yoga studio business has also been super slow this year.

I am optimistic in the value that each business brings to the community. Small businesses make towns and cities better, more unique, more livable.

If you can send love, I could use it. Donate to my cancer fund. Shop at

buy a membership at


Thanks friends. Really looking forward to calmer waters.

xo, Fawn

PS thanks to everyone who has been helpful and supportive to my family and I! It makes us feel loved.

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09/11/2025

The Elk Rock Yoga True Self Teacher Training Program applications are officially open through 9/15. I host this program just once a year because it requires focused time, attention, and care to welcome, orient, and fully integrate trainees into our close-knit community.

This commitment is well worth it. Our training isn’t a mass enrollment where dozens get lost in the shuffle. Instead, when you apply, you receive a personal 20-minute session with our Lead Facilitator, ME—no bots, no automated messaging. This time is dedicated solely to you, guiding you through the next steps so you can make the most of your journey.

What inspires you to join us?
-Are you looking for a space where your whole life matters—where healing, emotions, and radical care are embraced?
-Would you benefit from compassionate accountability that keeps you focused yet protects you from burnout?

I passionately believe that heart-centered teachers need to thrive—and that means you need to thrive. If our Teacher Training Program calls to you, I encourage you to take that step.
https://www.elkrockyoga.com/yttapplication

08/25/2025

Dear friends,

Sometimes, the stories we tell ourselves fade away, and we connect on a deeper level, heart to heart. For the past four years, old friends, Elk Rock Yoga students, fellow facilitators, and hosts have gathered on a midsummer's day to move, play, laugh, and breathe together at Wild Sanctuary.

If you're eager for another heart-opening experience and can't wait until next year, we invite you to join us for our annual Salish Sea Retreat from November 6-10 on Orcas Island. This is another favorite seasonal pilgrimage for many.

You can find links and registration details at elkrockyoga.com.

xo,
Fawn

08/13/2025

https://www.elkrockyoga.com/fawnscancertreatmentfund

Donate to my cancer fund
Shop online
Buy a membership



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08/10/2025

Tend your inner fires this November along the shores of Doe Bay on Orcas Island.

Annually we can look to this time as preparing for regeneration and hibernation.

Autumn is alive.

We will root into the body through movement and yoga, tend the mind through meditation, and warm the spirit through nature and camaraderie.

We have a spot for you in this experience.

Through the wisdom of Ayurveda all sessions and activities are adapted to the season, and time of day.

What’s included:
Daily supportive programs to nurture you within
Private spa time in the outdoor tubs and sauna overlooking the bay
Ayurvedic foods hearty enough for a full meal
Optional wine tasting
Optional mushroom forage hike
Group explorations in Olga
Opportunities for laughter, joy and healing tears
Yoga philosophy teachings, as well as medicine of the land we are practicing on
Curated guide of Orcas Island must sees
12 hours of CE credit for RYTs

Ride shares and room shares available; once your deposit is made we will connect you.

All details at
https://www.elkrockyoga.com/shop/p/salish-sea

08/04/2025

In 2022 I expanded Elk Rock Yoga, the studio I bought in 2020, further solidifying my commitment to building an inclusive and welcoming community. I've poured my blood, sweat, and tears into growing Elk Rock Yoga with a clear mission: to support all bodies through a practice that embraces all peoples, beliefs, and abilities.

That mission took an exciting new form with the opening of Elk Rock Yoga’s sister space, Elk Rock Outpost, at 2205 E Burnside. Officially launched on Memorial Day Weekend 2025, the Outpost was created as more than a retail shop—it is a carefully curated haven designed to inspire an artful life.

Beyond retail, Elk Rock Outpost serves as a vibrant community hub featuring workshops, live music, and gatherings that foster connection and creativity. This space stands as a testament to my vision of supporting an inclusive community through both yoga and mindful curation, even as I face my own health challenges following a diagnosis of advanced stage endometrial cancer.

Elk Rock Yoga and The Outpost continue to be a beacon for those seeking thoughtful practices, quality products, and heartfelt community experiences. Stay tuned for upcoming events that further enrich this vibrant community space. August includes a sound bath, wine tasting, a yoga series, and an acrylic painting demonstration!

As I channel my energy into bringing this new venture to life, continue the operation of my beloved yoga studio, and juggle numerous appointments and treatments for cancer, I am reaching out for support on this journey. For those who wish to support or explore my offerings:

Shop at The Outpost: We ship anywhere, making it easy to enjoy our curated goods no matter where you are!
elkrockoutpost.com

Buy a Membership at Elk Rock Yoga: We offer online classes, perfect if you're out of town but still want to connect with our supportive community.
elkrockyoga.com/shop

Thank you so much.

06/05/2025

I recently opened a new retail and event space on East Burnside called the Outpost. Offering consumables, wellness and self care items, imports, art supplies, some vintage and gifts, it also functions as an event space for tastings, workshops, and music.

I took my time researching and testing the viability of this project during 2024, and created a micro boutique at Elk Rock Yoga studio. It was a treat to bring favorite products into the space; by testing things out, I knew what I would sell if the shop ever came to life. The universe listened and by the end of 2024, I was in talks about a new space.

Fast forward to 2025, an abnormal biopsy resulted in a suddenly scheduled surgery. I thought recovery would be some PT, and short hiatus from teaching yoga. It was also a busy time: the new store was underway; the PSU Business Degree Program who had asked to use the Outpost for a senior capstone project was starting their term. I figured in recovery, I would have a decent amount of time being bored and loved the idea of tackling projects behind the scenes.

But my post op appointment revealed another big shock: I had advanced stage endometrial cancer, and I was scheduled to begin treatments right away.

The store did open on Memorial Day Weekend with live music, a sound bath, food and beverage vendors, just like I planned. The seniors gave their final presentations this week (the absolute sweetest/heartfelt business recommendations I've ever received). I have done two rounds of cancer treatment, and I remain hopeful that this passes, becomes a blip on the radar of life.

The store brings me such pleasure— it’s meant to do that for others as well. It means a lot to connect through yoga, and know many of you in this way over the past 15 years.

For those who feel called, a neighbor started a Meal Train I'll post in comments. Other ways to offer support would be to shop at the Outpost— we ship anywhere, or buy a membership at the yoga studio— we offer online classes if you’re out of town!

As always, sending peace and cheering you on.