The Summer Solstice! An earthly celebration of the life giving power of our Sun! The longest days of the year, Yang energy at its peak and the warmth of summer baking our bones. Join us to celebrate this expansive time in the Pine covered forests of the San Jacinto Mountains in the magical village of Idyllwild, California. We are hosting this retreat at Big Rock Chalet, an Alpine style mountain home with a massive wrap around porch, Redwood deck to a hot tub under the Oak tree and a spacious yoga studio for our practices. This weekend will be filled with movement, feasts, creative expansion and renewal in the cool mountain air. We will practice Yoga, Martial Arts, meditation and somatic movement to celebrate this time of light, harvest and abundance from our Mother Earth.
We look forward to celebrating the Solstice with you!
Retreat package includes:
2 classes per day
Daily Meals: Light Breakfast + Brunch + Dinner
Group hike through the San Jacinto Mountains
A large spacious home amongst the epic mountain views and glorious pines + a hot tub!
Quiet time with yourself or curious conversations with like-minded individuals
Moments of reflection, creativity and calm
Accommodations
SOLD OUT Private Queen $1,000
Cozy private room on the ground floor, opens to a private porch!
SOLD OUT Private Queen $1,000
Peaceful private room with Queen bed!
Bunk Room (1 spots available) $700pp
Go dorm style in this bunk room and invite your friends! *Femmes only
SOLD OUT Shared Twin Room $900pp
Grab your best friend or new friend and snag this sweet room!
NOTE: There are 2 full bathrooms that will be shared amongst the 8 retreat participants
Payment and Cancellation Policy
A $200 non-refundable deposit is due at your time of registration to reserve your spot.
Final payments are due by June 1
If you need to cancel before June 1 for any reason, you will receive a refund less your $200 deposit
If you need to cancel after June 1 you will not receive a refund, instead you can find someone to take your spot on the retreat.
Thank you for understanding!
Meet the facilitators!
Lauren is thrilled to celebrate the expanse of Summer in the forest this year for another retreat with Alex & Sarah! Her teaching is an ever evolving reflection of her current studies which include Yoga, Somatics, Bodywork and Daoism.
The warm glow that we receive on retreat is the feeling of returning to our deepest connections with nature and community. Lauren is humbled to share in this cultivation with you through movement, meditation, meals and being with our Mother Earth.
Alex Valdivia is as excited as a setting sun ready to rise again and get at it with all you beings during this upcoming soul adventure! A martial artist and writer, Alex wields sword and story to connect others to their unique inner journey, helping blossom forth their life’s tale, all the while dashing from strength to strength through the pines like a swift tiger!
Alongside his wonderful teammates and friends, which he considers his teachers - Lauren and Sarah - he looks forward to learning, resting and growing with you all! See you atop the summer mountain!
成長が遅いほど寿命は長くなる
Sarah hails from Germany and moved to the beautiful Californian High Desert via London less than two years ago.
She loves hosting big dinners, planning events of any type and yoga. Lauren, Alex and Sarah are neighbors and friends and have hosted a retreat together in the past. Their chemistry as friends translates to great chemistry in planning and organizing thoughtful and enriching retreats.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the retreat taking place?
We are hosting the retreat at a private property in Idyllwild, CA. Should you choose to sign up, we will provide the exact address with you. The retreat begins on Thursday 6/20 at 5pm and concludes on Sunday 6/23 at 1pm.
How do I get there?
Idyllwild is about 1.5 hours from Joshua Tree and 3 hours drive from Los Angeles
It is 1 hour drive from Palm Springs Airport
As the group forms we will help arrange carpooling to the property because parking is slightly limited, stay tuned!
Are all meals included?
Yes, we will offer a light breakfast in the mornings and 2 large meals each day. We will also offer coffee, tea and juice. All meals will be vegetarian or vegan.