Fall Yoga, Meditation & Pranayama Retreat: Ojai, California
Friday, September 4 to Monday September 7, 2020 (Labor Day Weekend)
Yoga, Meditation & Pranayama Retreat
Join Koren for 4 days of rejuvenating and transformational Iyengar yoga, meditation, pranayama and sutra studies outside of sunny Los Angeles. You will enjoy elegant accommodations and dine on delicious internationally-inspired, farm-to-table organic vegetarian cuisine. The retreat accommodation features pan-African art and sculpture.
There will ample time to explore and hike within the 23 acres of private mountainous trails and orchards, soak in the hot tub under the trees, bird watch for the California condor and other native birds, and star gaze in the evenings through a high powered telescope. Come progress your yoga practice and revitalize yourself with this perfect retreat getaway.
During your free time you can venture 4 miles down the road to Ecotopia, sulfur rich outdoor hot springs (reservations must be made ahead of time). Additionally, charming and quaint downtown Ojai is only 10 minutes away.
What’s Included:
- 3 nights of luxurious accommodation
- 9 delicious Ayurveda vegetarian meals by Meredith pranaful.com
- 5 invigorating Iyengar yoga classes
- 1 sutra study session
- 1 evening pranayama exploration
- 1 evening partner yoga experience
- Day & evening soaking in the hot tub
- Free time for relaxation, exploration, fun and letting go
All Inclusive Retreat Rates:
Luxury Suite $995 per person
Luxury suites come in the following arrangements: 1) Private bungalow set away from the main house next to the yoga studio, complete with kitchenette and en suite bathroom OR 2) large master suite in the main house with en suite bathroom, jacuzzi bathtub and private balcony (third single bed could be added). Room bookings will be given on a first come first serve basis, so sign up today to get your top choice! Perfect accommodation for couples, families and friends.
Suite $895 per person
There are 3 suites in the main house that come with single beds or beds can be arranged to form king size beds. There is one suite for 3 people that has its own private balcony and adjacent bathroom. The other 2 suites are set up for 2 people, both with bathrooms close by. Spaces will be given on a first come first serve basis, so sign up today to get your top choice!
Community Rooms $795 per person
There are two community rooms with different options for preferred privacy. One room is closed off from the main house and can sleeps up to 5 people in twin beds (or beds can be combined for couples). This room has its own en suite bathroom, a kitchenette, and french doors that open to a private patio. The second community room is curtained off from the living room in the main house and sleeps 2 people in a shared queen size bed. Spaces will be given on a first come first serve basis, so sign up today to get your top choice!
Payment and Deposits
- Send your $200 non-refundable deposit now to secure your space!
- Final payment due: Aug 1; Luxury Suite $795; Suite $695; Community Room $595
- Cash, check or Paypal (friends and family) to me at korenpaalman(at)gmail.com
- If you use a credit or debit card you are responsible for the added fee.
Cancellation policy is 30 days or more in advance: participant will receive a refund minus the $200 deposit.
Frequently Asked Questions:
It’s a two hour drive from Los Angeles.
Arrival & Departure information?
Check-in time is 3:00 p.m on Friday, November 9. Check- out time is 11 a.m on Monday.
Is there WiFi?
Yes. But unplugging is highly encouraging!
What about food?
Meredith Klein founder of Pranaful will be preparing internationally-inspired, vegetarian/vegan Ayurvedically-influenced organic cuisine sourced from farmers markets and the Santa Monica Coop.
I will do my best to match you with another participant of the same gender.
Do I need to bring yoga props or books?
If you are interested in participating in the philosophy classes you may want to bring a copy of the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali.
Will people carpool?
Yes. Before the retreat begins I will provide opportunities to carpool.
