Emerge from the Heart
Yoga Retreat Grand Canyon North Rim
September 5-8 2023
Yoga Retreat Grand Canyon North Rim
September 5-8 2023


This year is going to be the best ever. The best-kept secret of the Grand Canyon adventure is to experience it at the North Rim! It is a visitor's dream come true with incredible views and hiking trails that are uncrowded. The Kaibab National Forest gives you opportunities to explore gentle green forests which dramatically rise to a 9,000 foot elevation from the Sonoran desert. Seeing the Colorado River as it carves through the canyon is breathtaking. The Kaibab Plateau which the Paiute Indians call "The Mountain Lying Down" is an amazing and humbling experience. To the Hopi clans it is known as Sipapuni or Site of The Emergence. After emerging from the Third World through the Sipapuni, the early clans spread in all the four directions and eventually settled on the mesas where they live today.
There are over 11 recognized tribes that are part of Grand Canyon. The North Rim of the Grand Canyon will offer you a spiritual experience, one leaves you feeling more bonded and in tune with its natural wonder. As you look out from the North Rim you experience the geological birth of the earth. With awe and wonder, we see how small we are compared to magnificence of the natural world. With this experience we bring modesty and graciousness to our spirit.
The North Rim opens May 15th and closes October 15th. There are only 5 months out of the year to take advantage of experience of the North Rim. The days begin to get chilly and the first snow can be as early as September 30. The Retreat will be 4 days and 3 nights, September 5-8 2023. The weather at the North Rim is much cooler than the south. Average daytime daytime temperatures are between 78-80. Nighttime lows between 44-46 degrees. Be sure to pack in layers, hat, sunscreen and a rain jacket.
If you want to join us for this Yoga retreat, you will need to reserve a cabin at the North Rim ASAP. This is important because there is limited availability. They require the first night's payment in full to secure the reservation. You will be able to cancel for a full refund 72 hours the day you arrive.
This is the only week in September that has availability for 8- 9 cabins.
There are five options:
The Frontier Cabin $199.30 including tax sleeps 3
The Pioneer Cabin $229.23 including tax sleeps 6 (2 bedroom cabin)
The Western Cabin Unavailable
Motel Room $183.27 including tax
Aramark North Rim Lodge (866)499-2574
https://www.grandcanyonforever.com/lodging
The Campground at the North Rim has designated areas for both tents and campers.
https://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/cg-nr.htm
I will be renting a space from the lodge for our Yoga Practice.
If the weather permits we can do some practice outside!
The cost of the Yoga Retreat will be similar to last year 2022 and is $575.
The first payment is due February 28, 2023 $143.78
Second payment is due April 2 $143.78
Third payment is due June 4 $143.78
Last payment due August 3 $143.78
If you need to cancel you can by May 31, 2023
I will refund your entire amount minus $100 of your deposit.
If you need to cancel after May 31 due to a death in the family or health related issue
you can receive all of your deposits back minus $100
There will be lots of Yoga, Meditation, Breath Work, Sound Baths, wonderful hikes and opportunities for mule rides.
(I personally want to book a Mule Ride)
Be sure to bring a backpack, hiking boots and poles for hiking.
Bring snacks and anything you need additionally for your meals.
There are over 11 recognized tribes that are part of Grand Canyon. The North Rim of the Grand Canyon will offer you a spiritual experience, one leaves you feeling more bonded and in tune with its natural wonder. As you look out from the North Rim you experience the geological birth of the earth. With awe and wonder, we see how small we are compared to magnificence of the natural world. With this experience we bring modesty and graciousness to our spirit.
The North Rim opens May 15th and closes October 15th. There are only 5 months out of the year to take advantage of experience of the North Rim. The days begin to get chilly and the first snow can be as early as September 30. The Retreat will be 4 days and 3 nights, September 5-8 2023. The weather at the North Rim is much cooler than the south. Average daytime daytime temperatures are between 78-80. Nighttime lows between 44-46 degrees. Be sure to pack in layers, hat, sunscreen and a rain jacket.
If you want to join us for this Yoga retreat, you will need to reserve a cabin at the North Rim ASAP. This is important because there is limited availability. They require the first night's payment in full to secure the reservation. You will be able to cancel for a full refund 72 hours the day you arrive.
This is the only week in September that has availability for 8- 9 cabins.
There are five options:
The Frontier Cabin $199.30 including tax sleeps 3
The Pioneer Cabin $229.23 including tax sleeps 6 (2 bedroom cabin)
The Western Cabin Unavailable
Motel Room $183.27 including tax
Aramark North Rim Lodge (866)499-2574
https://www.grandcanyonforever.com/lodging
The Campground at the North Rim has designated areas for both tents and campers.
https://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/cg-nr.htm
I will be renting a space from the lodge for our Yoga Practice.
If the weather permits we can do some practice outside!
The cost of the Yoga Retreat will be similar to last year 2022 and is $575.
The first payment is due February 28, 2023 $143.78
Second payment is due April 2 $143.78
Third payment is due June 4 $143.78
Last payment due August 3 $143.78
If you need to cancel you can by May 31, 2023
I will refund your entire amount minus $100 of your deposit.
If you need to cancel after May 31 due to a death in the family or health related issue
you can receive all of your deposits back minus $100
There will be lots of Yoga, Meditation, Breath Work, Sound Baths, wonderful hikes and opportunities for mule rides.
(I personally want to book a Mule Ride)
Be sure to bring a backpack, hiking boots and poles for hiking.
Bring snacks and anything you need additionally for your meals.

There are 4 good choices for meals.
Main Lodge Dining Room
Dining in the historic Grand Canyon Lodge is truly a memorable experience. Our menu includes regional dishes as well as cuisine from the 1930's. We take pride in utilizing only the freshest and healthiest ingredients. We use "Free Range" poultry products which are antibiotic and hormone free. We observe the Monterey Seafood Watch program for our seafood offerings and serve organic products including delicious salad greens and pasta.
Dinner reservations are required in the main lodge dinning room.
Deli in the Pines
Roughrider Saloon
Coffee Saloon ( Breakfast only)
Website for dining https://www.grandcanyonforever.com/dining
928 638-8511 0r 928 638-8562
Dinner reservations are required in the main lodge dinning room.
Reservations are available starting February 1,2023 for the month of September.
Be sure you reserve. I was planning to reserve Tuesday September 5 for a group dinner at 6pm.
Main Lodge Dining Room
Dining in the historic Grand Canyon Lodge is truly a memorable experience. Our menu includes regional dishes as well as cuisine from the 1930's. We take pride in utilizing only the freshest and healthiest ingredients. We use "Free Range" poultry products which are antibiotic and hormone free. We observe the Monterey Seafood Watch program for our seafood offerings and serve organic products including delicious salad greens and pasta.
Dinner reservations are required in the main lodge dinning room.
Deli in the Pines
Roughrider Saloon
Coffee Saloon ( Breakfast only)
Website for dining https://www.grandcanyonforever.com/dining
928 638-8511 0r 928 638-8562
Dinner reservations are required in the main lodge dinning room.
Reservations are available starting February 1,2023 for the month of September.
Be sure you reserve. I was planning to reserve Tuesday September 5 for a group dinner at 6pm.

The Soul of the Canyon
As we gaze in this chasma we experience the inside of mother earth's heart. The depth brings us a deep awareness of our own belonging to this planet earth.
This connection is something we long for in the depths of our being. We see the millions of years in this majestic canyon, we are humbled by this splendid sight.
Maybe this touches our heart and brings us to a moment of abundance. Perhaps we feel that we are part of this emergence.
My hope is this retreat brings a shift in perspective,
an evolution to open oneself to living the fullest and most complete life possible. I invite you to follow that inner guide and bring your hopes and dreams to fruition.
Adriana
01/29/23
As we gaze in this chasma we experience the inside of mother earth's heart. The depth brings us a deep awareness of our own belonging to this planet earth.
This connection is something we long for in the depths of our being. We see the millions of years in this majestic canyon, we are humbled by this splendid sight.
Maybe this touches our heart and brings us to a moment of abundance. Perhaps we feel that we are part of this emergence.
My hope is this retreat brings a shift in perspective,
an evolution to open oneself to living the fullest and most complete life possible. I invite you to follow that inner guide and bring your hopes and dreams to fruition.
Adriana
01/29/23

Meet the teachers
Adriana Brettell ERYT Iyengar, Hatha, Ashtanga Yoga
Yoga Yin Yoga Certification
Art of Sequencing/ Hands-On Adjustments Certification
Fascial Stretching and Strengthening Certification
Yoga has been a life- long journey for me. I was first introduced to yoga in 1967 while living in Laguna Beach, CA. After reading Autobiography of a Yogi, I was inspired to practice yoga and meditation. The asanas provided Moksha (liberation) of the mind, compassion to the soul and health for the body. I have over a thousand hours of teaching experience. I received my certification to teach Yin Yoga in 2014 with Bernie Clark, world renown educator/author. Rached Malouff, my teacher in Hatha Yoga refined my teaching skills. His legacy lives in the heart of all his students. I was also fortunate enough to take Ashtanga Yoga classes with Tim Miller, a master teacher, who was true inspiration! Additionally, I am guided by the teaching’s of BKS Iyengar which are my absolute favorite. I continue to study the Iyengar method of yoga, I feel that I will be a student for life!
This year has been very enriching and I am so thankful I was able to take two excellent trainings. The first training with Tias Little has provided me with a new level of teaching awareness. How exciting to explore with Tias the detailed nature of anatomy, physiology and neuroscience in relation to the ancient wisdom of yoga, the chakras, and the nadis! His instruction on the “Art of Sequencing” explored how to acquire balance/ alignment as we build our practice from the ground up. The second part of my training with Tias focussed on “Hands-On Adjustment". In this segment we learned the subtle art of “body reading” going beyond the physical through touch, feeling the subtle nuances and awareness of each individual's yoga practice. I am so grateful the universe led me to this knowledge!
In August of this year I took a training that will forever change how I move my physical body. Known as Fascial Stretching and Strengthening, the process focuses on creating and maintaining space within the joints. My teacher, Layna Cirelli is a certified KMI Structural Integration and Movement Educator. I received Level 1 training in kinesiology, physiology, connective tissue therapy and movement education.
The teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh gives the wisdom "To live spiritually is to live in the present." I bring this thought to class when I teach yoga. I find that it helps my students focus on the breath, alignment and posture. Yoga can provide insight to all of us. My favorite cue is to cultivate Sukha (happiness, comfortable) and Sthira (calm, steady) in asanas. Listening to the body and your inner self will ensure a safe and fulfilling practice. Teaching and practicing Yoga is my ultimate love. To share with others brings me compassion and peace.
Adriana Brettell ERYT Iyengar, Hatha, Ashtanga Yoga
Yoga Yin Yoga Certification
Art of Sequencing/ Hands-On Adjustments Certification
Fascial Stretching and Strengthening Certification
Yoga has been a life- long journey for me. I was first introduced to yoga in 1967 while living in Laguna Beach, CA. After reading Autobiography of a Yogi, I was inspired to practice yoga and meditation. The asanas provided Moksha (liberation) of the mind, compassion to the soul and health for the body. I have over a thousand hours of teaching experience. I received my certification to teach Yin Yoga in 2014 with Bernie Clark, world renown educator/author. Rached Malouff, my teacher in Hatha Yoga refined my teaching skills. His legacy lives in the heart of all his students. I was also fortunate enough to take Ashtanga Yoga classes with Tim Miller, a master teacher, who was true inspiration! Additionally, I am guided by the teaching’s of BKS Iyengar which are my absolute favorite. I continue to study the Iyengar method of yoga, I feel that I will be a student for life!
This year has been very enriching and I am so thankful I was able to take two excellent trainings. The first training with Tias Little has provided me with a new level of teaching awareness. How exciting to explore with Tias the detailed nature of anatomy, physiology and neuroscience in relation to the ancient wisdom of yoga, the chakras, and the nadis! His instruction on the “Art of Sequencing” explored how to acquire balance/ alignment as we build our practice from the ground up. The second part of my training with Tias focussed on “Hands-On Adjustment". In this segment we learned the subtle art of “body reading” going beyond the physical through touch, feeling the subtle nuances and awareness of each individual's yoga practice. I am so grateful the universe led me to this knowledge!
In August of this year I took a training that will forever change how I move my physical body. Known as Fascial Stretching and Strengthening, the process focuses on creating and maintaining space within the joints. My teacher, Layna Cirelli is a certified KMI Structural Integration and Movement Educator. I received Level 1 training in kinesiology, physiology, connective tissue therapy and movement education.
The teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh gives the wisdom "To live spiritually is to live in the present." I bring this thought to class when I teach yoga. I find that it helps my students focus on the breath, alignment and posture. Yoga can provide insight to all of us. My favorite cue is to cultivate Sukha (happiness, comfortable) and Sthira (calm, steady) in asanas. Listening to the body and your inner self will ensure a safe and fulfilling practice. Teaching and practicing Yoga is my ultimate love. To share with others brings me compassion and peace.

Vladislav
With a deep fascination of the intersection between embodied movement,
optimum performance psychology, and coherent nutrition, Vladislav has
for two decades been facilitating experiences that reconnect people
with self and nature through somatics, community, and the power of
gratitude and clear intent.
Through his studies of somatic psychology, martial arts, CrossFit
functional movement, and indigenous ways of relating wholeness and
life, Vladislav offers students unique trauma-aware tools for personal
transformation and embodied life mastery.
By teaching practices that create the intentional space between
stimulus and response in the nervous system through high intensity
interval training (HIIT) and the power of the breath, Vladislav
enables students to reclaim power and authority over their lives, and
begin to enter stabilized flow states.
“Healing is finite. Life mastery is infinite.”
"You never change things by fighting the existing reality. To change
something, build a new model that makes the existing model obsolete.”
~Richard Buckminster Fuller
With a deep fascination of the intersection between embodied movement,
optimum performance psychology, and coherent nutrition, Vladislav has
for two decades been facilitating experiences that reconnect people
with self and nature through somatics, community, and the power of
gratitude and clear intent.
Through his studies of somatic psychology, martial arts, CrossFit
functional movement, and indigenous ways of relating wholeness and
life, Vladislav offers students unique trauma-aware tools for personal
transformation and embodied life mastery.
By teaching practices that create the intentional space between
stimulus and response in the nervous system through high intensity
interval training (HIIT) and the power of the breath, Vladislav
enables students to reclaim power and authority over their lives, and
begin to enter stabilized flow states.
“Healing is finite. Life mastery is infinite.”
"You never change things by fighting the existing reality. To change
something, build a new model that makes the existing model obsolete.”
~Richard Buckminster Fuller

Sound Healing with Emily Hunter Sprauer
http://Highdesertmermaid.com
I have been fortunate to have been born into a family devoted to the healing arts, from my grandmother who practiced Jin Shin Jyutsu and massage for over 40 years, to my mother who brought sound healing—and later gong making—into my life, to family elders with careers in healing. My life’s work is based on the education I received as a child, witnessing the devotion of self-help, and the desire to support others on their journey.
Born in San Francisco, raised in Oregon outside of Portland, spending several years in Southern California, in Los Angeles, then North County San Diego and most recently in Joshua Tree. Now, Sedona, Arizona.
Having studied hypnotherapy, Qi Gong, Jin Shin Jystu, Reiki, sound therapy, gong making and 12 years as a hairdresser specializing in organic products.
I am an avid animal lover. Cloud and weather watcher. Cooking. Traveling. Understanding more. Self healing.Creating a beautiful life and legacy. There are many dreams.
I am humbly honored to be a part of your journey.
Lots of love,
Emily
http://Highdesertmermaid.com
I have been fortunate to have been born into a family devoted to the healing arts, from my grandmother who practiced Jin Shin Jyutsu and massage for over 40 years, to my mother who brought sound healing—and later gong making—into my life, to family elders with careers in healing. My life’s work is based on the education I received as a child, witnessing the devotion of self-help, and the desire to support others on their journey.
Born in San Francisco, raised in Oregon outside of Portland, spending several years in Southern California, in Los Angeles, then North County San Diego and most recently in Joshua Tree. Now, Sedona, Arizona.
Having studied hypnotherapy, Qi Gong, Jin Shin Jystu, Reiki, sound therapy, gong making and 12 years as a hairdresser specializing in organic products.
I am an avid animal lover. Cloud and weather watcher. Cooking. Traveling. Understanding more. Self healing.Creating a beautiful life and legacy. There are many dreams.
I am humbly honored to be a part of your journey.
Lots of love,
Emily
North Rim Retreat Yoga Schedule September 5-8 2023
Yoga Retreat Begins
Tuesday Sept 5
Meet in Main Auditorium at 11am (you are welcome to arrive at 10:45 am) Greeting /Meditation 11-11:15 am
Yin Yoga 11:20-12:45
Tea /Snack (I will povide) Break
Sound Bath/Yoga Nidra 1-2pm
Free Time 2pm-4:30 pm
Conscious Breathing for relaxation
5-5:30 pm
Group Dinner Reservations at the Main Lodge
6pm
Park Ranger’s Lecture (open to public)
Rangers discuss a variety of topics:
Geoology, History of Native People, Plant and Animals of the Park. 7pm-8pm
Wednesday Sept 6
Main Auditorium Meditation 8-8:25 am Vinyasa Flow 8:30-9:45 am with Vladislav Tea/ Snacks
Yin Yoga 10-11am with Adriana
Lunch 11:30
Group Hike (to be announced I am checking trails for the best option) 1:30 pm-3:45 pm
Dinner 5 pm
Twilight Sound Bath Concert in candlelight (outside)
with Emily Hunter Sprauer
Highdesertmermaid.com 6:30-7:30 pm (Sunsets at 6 pm on the North Rim in September)
Thursday Sept 7
Sunrise Yoga outside (gentle) 5:35-6:30 am
(sunrises on the North Rim 5:40)
Main Auditorium Fascia Stretch & Strengthen 9am-10:15 am Tea/Snacks
Vinyasa Flow 10:45-12 noon
Lunch
Free Time 12:30-5:30pm
Dinner 6pm
Park Ranger Lecture is at 7pm (if you prefer instead of the Silent Meditation)
Silence Meditation Walk (Thich Nhah Han)
Peace is Every Step
7:15-7:45 pm
Friday Sept 8
Yoga Nidra Guided Meditation 8-8:30 Tea/Snacks
Vinyasa Flow Yoga 8:45-10 am with Vladislav Check Out of Cabins by 11am
Meet for Group Picture 12 noon
Class Descriptions
Vinyasa Flow
Integral Yoga, exercise science and evolutionary biomechanics, Integral Theory and philosophy, the Yoga Sutras, Tantric science, and neuroendocrinology as these topics relate to the beautiful practice of Vinyasa Yoga, with particular regard to Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga. The overall effect is to help students build their own liberating practice unique to their own path and progress and to keep practicing as life unfolds.
Integral Yoga, exercise science and evolutionary biomechanics, Integral Theory and philosophy, the Yoga Sutras, Tantric science, and neuroendocrinology as these topics relate to the beautiful practice of Vinyasa Yoga, with particular regard to Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga. The overall effect is to help students build their own liberating practice unique to their own path and progress and to keep practicing as life unfolds.
Going Deep with Yin Yoga.
Yin Yoga has it’s roots as part of the original Hatha Yoga tradition. Yin combines the influences of Indian Yoga with Chinese Daoist Yoga to improve our health on many levels.
Most forms of yoga today are dynamic, active practices designed to work only half of our body, the muscular half. Yin allows us to work the other half, the deeper tissues of our muscles, ligaments, joints and our bones. Yin mobilizes and strengthens the joints, facia and connective tissue. The emphasis is on long-held poses.
Yin Yoga has it’s roots as part of the original Hatha Yoga tradition. Yin combines the influences of Indian Yoga with Chinese Daoist Yoga to improve our health on many levels.
Most forms of yoga today are dynamic, active practices designed to work only half of our body, the muscular half. Yin allows us to work the other half, the deeper tissues of our muscles, ligaments, joints and our bones. Yin mobilizes and strengthens the joints, facia and connective tissue. The emphasis is on long-held poses.
Sound Healing Crystal Bowls
Vibrational sound healing can be traced back from present day trends to many ancient civilizations including India, Africa, Europe, and the Orient. Everything in our Universe is made purely of vibrations. The human body and the entire earth are made up of energy, vibrating at different frequencies. When out of rhythm, disease and disharmony result. Therefore vibrational sound healing addresses these imbalances or blockages of the energy channels. Ancient religions and modern sciences agree that our Reality is an ocean of living energy, and that all matter (such as a human being) is simply interpenetrating waves of energy which have crystallized into form and structure. Crystal Bowls work directly with universal energy and channel it into the body to enliven our entire being.
Vibrational sound healing can be traced back from present day trends to many ancient civilizations including India, Africa, Europe, and the Orient. Everything in our Universe is made purely of vibrations. The human body and the entire earth are made up of energy, vibrating at different frequencies. When out of rhythm, disease and disharmony result. Therefore vibrational sound healing addresses these imbalances or blockages of the energy channels. Ancient religions and modern sciences agree that our Reality is an ocean of living energy, and that all matter (such as a human being) is simply interpenetrating waves of energy which have crystallized into form and structure. Crystal Bowls work directly with universal energy and channel it into the body to enliven our entire being.
Fascial Stretching and Strengthening
Fascia stretching and strengthening focuses on creating and maintaining space within the joints so that the body can maintain its structural integrity and flexibility, eliminating joint pain and dysfunction. In this class we learn how to maintain openness in the joints and the differences between muscle stretching and fascial stretching. What is the role of fascia in the body-structure and it's functions. This is a class everyone will benefit from!
This FSAS class was developed and created by Layna Cirelli
Fascia stretching and strengthening focuses on creating and maintaining space within the joints so that the body can maintain its structural integrity and flexibility, eliminating joint pain and dysfunction. In this class we learn how to maintain openness in the joints and the differences between muscle stretching and fascial stretching. What is the role of fascia in the body-structure and it's functions. This is a class everyone will benefit from!
This FSAS class was developed and created by Layna Cirelli
To Sign up for the Retreat please contact Adriana at:
760-271-1145 or email at Adrianahike@gmail.com
We look forward to hearing from you!
760-271-1145 or email at Adrianahike@gmail.com
We look forward to hearing from you!
Yin Yoga Class with Adriana
Past Retreats
Abiquiu New Mexico Yoga Retreat 2022
Invoke The Spirit
Santa Fe Mountains Yoga Retreat
October 4-7 2022
Santa Fe Mountains Yoga Retreat
October 4-7 2022
I am very excited to announce our next Yoga Retreat! I have secured lodging for 3 nights at the lovely Abiquiu Inn, New Mexico. https://www.abiquiuinn.com. The Inn is located about 48 miles northwest of Santa Fe in the Jemez Mountains. This retreat will offer guests a special time to relax and soak in the joys of nature and reconnect to our inner beauty.
Rooms are based on double occupancy for $199 per night. We have a lovely indoor space that is warm and cozy. This will be nice for Yoga and Meditation. There are scenic areas outside if we choose to practice outside. The cafe at the Inn serves breakfast, lunch and dinner (meals are not included with lodging - prices are good and the menu is great!)
Abiquiu is the home of Georgia O'Keefe and Ghost Ranch. This small town on the Chama River is a special place to hold our retreat. Besides our Yoga practice there are some amazing opportunities to enjoy this beautiful country. Hiking, river rafting, horseback riding and biking. Here is a link to activities in the area https://www.abiquiuinn.com/outdoor-adventures
On Thursday, October 6 we will spend the day at Ojo Caliente Mineral Spa and Resort. Ojo Caliente is about 30 minutes from Abiquiu. You can buy a day pass and use all 6 mineral pools. You can also schedule spa services. However, at this time they are not booking groups for lodging due to Covid - and they are not reserving that far in advance https://ojosparesorts.com/ojo-caliente/
Either way we will be able to spend the day, Thursday, October 6 at Ojo Caliente. They have a nice restaurant where we can enjoy lunch or dinner. The Yoga Retreat cost will be $550 per person - a slight increase from last year.
I will post a complete itinerary the end of February 2022. I am planning to have 16 guests. If you are interested let me know.
For those interested I am planning to spend Friday October 7 in Santa Fe. I would love to show you around this beautiful historical city, Est. 1610. Personally, Santa Fe is one of my favorite places on earth to visit! I have suggestions for lodging. However, you can choose to stay at any of the many hotels in Santa Fe. I will make a group reservation at the restaurant Cafe Pasqual's for Friday evening October 7. It's an experience to remember! https://pasquals.com If you do decide to go to Santa Fe you will love the vibe and culture of this wonderful city. My next email will inform you of deposit dates for the Yoga Retreat and deposits for lodging.
Many Blessing,
Adriana
Abiquiu Inn Lodging
... Bye the way
Abiquiu is the home of Georgia O'Keefe and Ghost Ranch. This small town on the Chama River is a special place to hold our next retreat. Besides our Yoga practice there are some amazing opportunities to enjoy this beautiful country. Hiking, river rafting, horseback riding and biking. Here is a link to activities in the area https://www.abiquiuinn.com/outdoor-adventures
Itinerary Santa Fe Mountains Yoga Retreat
Tuesday October 4
11 AM Arrive and check in. Check in time is 3pm however we can check in early if the rooms are ready
11:30-12:45 Meet in Gallery for Greeting and Gentle Yoga with Adriana
1 PM Lunch
2-4 PM Free time
4 -5:15 PM Yin Yoga- Embodied Practice: Earth | Water | Fire | Metal | Wood with Adriana
6 PM Group Dinner at Cafe Abiquiu
7:45-8:30 Nobel Silence (Meditation) Sound Healing
with Adriana
Wednesday October 5
7- 7:30 Nobel Silence Discuss Buddha’s Four Noble Truths
with Adriana in the Gallery
8 AM Tea or Coffee at Cafe Abiquiu
8:30-10 AM Vinyasa Flow with Adriana (maybe outside if weather permits
10:15 Light breakfast at Cafe Abiquiu
11-12:15 PM Gentle Yoga with Debra Williams in the Gallery
12:30 PM Lunch
1:30 Meet in front of Abiquiu Inn we will drive over to Ghost Ranch Georgia O’ Keefe.(about 20 minutes away)
I will lead a hike to Chimney Rock
There are a number of hikes at Ghost Ranch for those who are interested.
There is an opportunity for a horseback riding experience. You will need to
contact the wrangler at Ghost Ranch and make a reservation. Just go to the Ghost Ranch website and click on activities.
You will see all that is offered.
There is also a museum and gift shop to explore.
Dinner on your own
There is a great cafe about 5 min south of Abiquiu Inn. I highly recommend
called Cafe Sierra Negra. I met the owner and chef and the atmosphere and food was very good.
Here is their phone number if you want to make dinner reservations 505 658-0086.
address 20968 U.S 84 Abiquiu NM 87510
Also if you are interested in picking up food to go there is a market and deli about 5 min north on Hwy 85 called Bodes Market.
7:30-8:30 PM Sound Healing & Discovering The Essentials of Rumi
with Adriana
Thursday October 6
7 AM-7:30 AM Nobel Silence Discuss Cardinal Points on the 8 Fold Path
8 AM Tea or Coffee light breakfast
8:45- 10 AM Peace Dance with Debra Williams
10:15-11:15 Vinyasa Flow with Kim Scott
Meet at 12 noon in front of Abiquiu Inn.
We will take a 30 min drive to
Ojo Caliente.
50 Los Banos Dr,
Ojo Caliente, NM 87549
Check in at Ojo Caliente and purchase a day pass for $45. This includes a steam rooms, saunas, towel and locker,
We will spend the afternoon soaking in 9 different mineral pools.
If you are interested in any of the spa treatments you can schedule them through the website; ojosparesorts.com
Lunch and Dinner are available at the Artesian Restaurant the food is healthy and very good.
There is a take-out option if you want to bring your meal back to Abiquiu Inn.
Or you may want appetizers, the wine bar has menu.
The full menu is on their website under Artesian Restaurant.
Afterwards we will head back to Abiquiu Inn.
7:15-8:30 pm Live Music -Boppin the Blues with Robert Clarke
Friday October 7
7 AM -7:30 Nobel Silence Meditation
7:45-8:30 AM Coffee or Tea/ Light Breakfast at Abiquiu Inn
9 -10:30 Yoga with Adriana
Check out is 11 however we have a late check out 12 noon
We will meet in the lobby of Abiquiu Inn and complete our check out.
For those who are joining us in Santa Fe we will drive about 1 hour away. (I will post driving directions when we get
closer to the date.
You can check into your hotel in Santa Fe. ( I will post list of hotels in Santa Fe)
2 PM We will meet at the Santa Fe Plaza which has been the center of this community for over 400 years. Laid out in classic Spanish style.
You are welcome to explore on your own or come with us.
Here is a list of places of Interest in and around Santa Fe:
Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi (close at 4 PM) cbsfa.org
Loretto Chapel lorettochapel.com
New Mexico History Museum nmhistorymuseum.org
4:30 Free Time
6 PM Meet at San Pasqual Restaurant 121 Don Gaspar Ave
Santa Fe 87501
7:30 PM Walk to La Fonda Hotel
100 E. San Francisco St Santa Fe 87501 for Margaritas and Dancing
Saturday October 8 (Santa Fe)
Sleep In
Here are a few suggestions for more fun things to do on your own
before you head home:
Meow Wolf Santa Fe 2022 opens at 10 AM-8 PM meowwolf.com
Canyon Road is the Art District of Santa Fe visitcanyonroad.com
R C Gorman Gallery rcgormannavajogallery.com one of my favorite
Passementrie my favorite dress shop ilovepassementrie.com
The Santa Fe Railyard has galleries, shops and good restaurants. railyardsantafe.com
Lodging in Santa Fe
La Fonda on the Plaza (historic hotel very lovely)
Guadalupe Inn ( I have stayed here, very cozy)
Hampton Inn of Santa Fe
Hotel St Francis ( I have stayed here, very nice)
Santa Fe Motel and Inn
Old Santa Fe Inn
The Parador ( that is where we are staying)
There are many places to stay in Santa Fe. Perhaps check out
these suggestions. Also there are many AirB&B’
Tuesday October 4
11 AM Arrive and check in. Check in time is 3pm however we can check in early if the rooms are ready
11:30-12:45 Meet in Gallery for Greeting and Gentle Yoga with Adriana
1 PM Lunch
2-4 PM Free time
4 -5:15 PM Yin Yoga- Embodied Practice: Earth | Water | Fire | Metal | Wood with Adriana
6 PM Group Dinner at Cafe Abiquiu
7:45-8:30 Nobel Silence (Meditation) Sound Healing
with Adriana
Wednesday October 5
7- 7:30 Nobel Silence Discuss Buddha’s Four Noble Truths
with Adriana in the Gallery
8 AM Tea or Coffee at Cafe Abiquiu
8:30-10 AM Vinyasa Flow with Adriana (maybe outside if weather permits
10:15 Light breakfast at Cafe Abiquiu
11-12:15 PM Gentle Yoga with Debra Williams in the Gallery
12:30 PM Lunch
1:30 Meet in front of Abiquiu Inn we will drive over to Ghost Ranch Georgia O’ Keefe.(about 20 minutes away)
I will lead a hike to Chimney Rock
There are a number of hikes at Ghost Ranch for those who are interested.
- Box Canyon Trail
- Kitchen Mesa Trail
- Camposanto Trail
- Matrimonial Point Trail
There is an opportunity for a horseback riding experience. You will need to
contact the wrangler at Ghost Ranch and make a reservation. Just go to the Ghost Ranch website and click on activities.
You will see all that is offered.
There is also a museum and gift shop to explore.
Dinner on your own
There is a great cafe about 5 min south of Abiquiu Inn. I highly recommend
called Cafe Sierra Negra. I met the owner and chef and the atmosphere and food was very good.
Here is their phone number if you want to make dinner reservations 505 658-0086.
address 20968 U.S 84 Abiquiu NM 87510
Also if you are interested in picking up food to go there is a market and deli about 5 min north on Hwy 85 called Bodes Market.
7:30-8:30 PM Sound Healing & Discovering The Essentials of Rumi
with Adriana
Thursday October 6
7 AM-7:30 AM Nobel Silence Discuss Cardinal Points on the 8 Fold Path
8 AM Tea or Coffee light breakfast
8:45- 10 AM Peace Dance with Debra Williams
10:15-11:15 Vinyasa Flow with Kim Scott
Meet at 12 noon in front of Abiquiu Inn.
We will take a 30 min drive to
Ojo Caliente.
50 Los Banos Dr,
Ojo Caliente, NM 87549
Check in at Ojo Caliente and purchase a day pass for $45. This includes a steam rooms, saunas, towel and locker,
We will spend the afternoon soaking in 9 different mineral pools.
If you are interested in any of the spa treatments you can schedule them through the website; ojosparesorts.com
Lunch and Dinner are available at the Artesian Restaurant the food is healthy and very good.
There is a take-out option if you want to bring your meal back to Abiquiu Inn.
Or you may want appetizers, the wine bar has menu.
The full menu is on their website under Artesian Restaurant.
Afterwards we will head back to Abiquiu Inn.
7:15-8:30 pm Live Music -Boppin the Blues with Robert Clarke
Friday October 7
7 AM -7:30 Nobel Silence Meditation
7:45-8:30 AM Coffee or Tea/ Light Breakfast at Abiquiu Inn
9 -10:30 Yoga with Adriana
Check out is 11 however we have a late check out 12 noon
We will meet in the lobby of Abiquiu Inn and complete our check out.
For those who are joining us in Santa Fe we will drive about 1 hour away. (I will post driving directions when we get
closer to the date.
You can check into your hotel in Santa Fe. ( I will post list of hotels in Santa Fe)
2 PM We will meet at the Santa Fe Plaza which has been the center of this community for over 400 years. Laid out in classic Spanish style.
You are welcome to explore on your own or come with us.
Here is a list of places of Interest in and around Santa Fe:
Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi (close at 4 PM) cbsfa.org
Loretto Chapel lorettochapel.com
New Mexico History Museum nmhistorymuseum.org
4:30 Free Time
6 PM Meet at San Pasqual Restaurant 121 Don Gaspar Ave
Santa Fe 87501
7:30 PM Walk to La Fonda Hotel
100 E. San Francisco St Santa Fe 87501 for Margaritas and Dancing
Saturday October 8 (Santa Fe)
Sleep In
Here are a few suggestions for more fun things to do on your own
before you head home:
Meow Wolf Santa Fe 2022 opens at 10 AM-8 PM meowwolf.com
Canyon Road is the Art District of Santa Fe visitcanyonroad.com
R C Gorman Gallery rcgormannavajogallery.com one of my favorite
Passementrie my favorite dress shop ilovepassementrie.com
The Santa Fe Railyard has galleries, shops and good restaurants. railyardsantafe.com
Lodging in Santa Fe
La Fonda on the Plaza (historic hotel very lovely)
Guadalupe Inn ( I have stayed here, very cozy)
Hampton Inn of Santa Fe
Hotel St Francis ( I have stayed here, very nice)
Santa Fe Motel and Inn
Old Santa Fe Inn
The Parador ( that is where we are staying)
There are many places to stay in Santa Fe. Perhaps check out
these suggestions. Also there are many AirB&B’
O'Keefe Welcome Center
The O'Keeffe Welcome Center and Store are located on the grounds of the Abiquiu Inn and are open 7 days a week March-November. This tour will take you to Georgia O'Keeffe Home and Studio tour in Abiquiu.
Reservations and tickets at gokm.org/tickets and tours or you may call 505 685-4016.
(This tour is not part of Ghost Ranch)
The O'Keeffe Welcome Center and Store are located on the grounds of the Abiquiu Inn and are open 7 days a week March-November. This tour will take you to Georgia O'Keeffe Home and Studio tour in Abiquiu.
Reservations and tickets at gokm.org/tickets and tours or you may call 505 685-4016.
(This tour is not part of Ghost Ranch)

River Rafting on the Rio Chama
Here is the Chama River Rafting website http://farflung.com/rio-chama/
Half- Day Options
Racecourse: $66/adult plus taxes & fees. Meets at Far Flung Riverside at 8:15 AM or 12:15 PM and lasts about 3 hours. Includes class I-III rapids.
Scenic Float: $66/adult plus taxes & fees. Meets at Far Flung Riverside at 8:15 AM or 12:15 PM and lasts about 3 hours. No real rapids - a nice relaxing float trip.
Full-Day Options
Lower-Gorge: $115/adult plus taxes & fees. Meets at Far Flung Riverside at 8:15 AM and ends around 3 PM. The morning will be our Scenic Float, followed by lunch at our private riverside beach, and ending with the Racecourse class I-III rapids.
I forgot to mention, they also offer a raft + dinner experience if the group is interested!
Dinner Option
Sunset Dinner Float - $95/adult and $80/child + taxes & fees. Meets at 3:00 PM at Far Flung Riverside. This is the same float as our Scenic Half-Day, but ends with dinner at our beach and/or patio. As your finishing up the float, one of your guides will begin prepping dinner. Our menu options are: Steak, chicken fajitas, salmon, or chipotle pork chop. This is always a big hit for group trips! I forgot to mention, they also offer a raft + dinner experience if the group is interested!
Please email me.
If you are interested in discussing or booking a river experience I suggest you contact them through their website http://farflung.com/rio-chama/
Here is the Chama River Rafting website http://farflung.com/rio-chama/
Half- Day Options
Racecourse: $66/adult plus taxes & fees. Meets at Far Flung Riverside at 8:15 AM or 12:15 PM and lasts about 3 hours. Includes class I-III rapids.
Scenic Float: $66/adult plus taxes & fees. Meets at Far Flung Riverside at 8:15 AM or 12:15 PM and lasts about 3 hours. No real rapids - a nice relaxing float trip.
Full-Day Options
Lower-Gorge: $115/adult plus taxes & fees. Meets at Far Flung Riverside at 8:15 AM and ends around 3 PM. The morning will be our Scenic Float, followed by lunch at our private riverside beach, and ending with the Racecourse class I-III rapids.
I forgot to mention, they also offer a raft + dinner experience if the group is interested!
Dinner Option
Sunset Dinner Float - $95/adult and $80/child + taxes & fees. Meets at 3:00 PM at Far Flung Riverside. This is the same float as our Scenic Half-Day, but ends with dinner at our beach and/or patio. As your finishing up the float, one of your guides will begin prepping dinner. Our menu options are: Steak, chicken fajitas, salmon, or chipotle pork chop. This is always a big hit for group trips! I forgot to mention, they also offer a raft + dinner experience if the group is interested!
Please email me.
If you are interested in discussing or booking a river experience I suggest you contact them through their website http://farflung.com/rio-chama/

River Rafting on the Rio Chama
Here is the Chama River Rafting website http://farflung.com/rio-chama/
Half- Day Options
Racecourse: $66/adult plus taxes & fees. Meets at Far Flung Riverside at 8:15 AM or 12:15 PM and lasts about 3 hours. Includes class I-III rapids.
Scenic Float: $66/adult plus taxes & fees. Meets at Far Flung Riverside at 8:15 AM or 12:15 PM and lasts about 3 hours. No real rapids - a nice relaxing float trip.
Full-Day Options
Lower-Gorge: $115/adult plus taxes & fees. Meets at Far Flung Riverside at 8:15 AM and ends around 3 PM. The morning will be our Scenic Float, followed by lunch at our private riverside beach, and ending with the Racecourse class I-III rapids.
I forgot to mention, they also offer a raft + dinner experience if the group is interested!
Dinner Option
Sunset Dinner Float - $95/adult and $80/child + taxes & fees. Meets at 3:00 PM at Far Flung Riverside. This is the same float as our Scenic Half-Day, but ends with dinner at our beach and/or patio. As your finishing up the float, one of your guides will begin prepping dinner. Our menu options are: Steak, chicken fajitas, salmon, or chipotle pork chop. This is always a big hit for group trips! I forgot to mention, they also offer a raft + dinner experience if the group is interested!
Please email me.
If you are interested in discussing or booking a river experience I suggest you contact them through their website http://farflung.com/rio-chama/
Here is the Chama River Rafting website http://farflung.com/rio-chama/
Half- Day Options
Racecourse: $66/adult plus taxes & fees. Meets at Far Flung Riverside at 8:15 AM or 12:15 PM and lasts about 3 hours. Includes class I-III rapids.
Scenic Float: $66/adult plus taxes & fees. Meets at Far Flung Riverside at 8:15 AM or 12:15 PM and lasts about 3 hours. No real rapids - a nice relaxing float trip.
Full-Day Options
Lower-Gorge: $115/adult plus taxes & fees. Meets at Far Flung Riverside at 8:15 AM and ends around 3 PM. The morning will be our Scenic Float, followed by lunch at our private riverside beach, and ending with the Racecourse class I-III rapids.
I forgot to mention, they also offer a raft + dinner experience if the group is interested!
Dinner Option
Sunset Dinner Float - $95/adult and $80/child + taxes & fees. Meets at 3:00 PM at Far Flung Riverside. This is the same float as our Scenic Half-Day, but ends with dinner at our beach and/or patio. As your finishing up the float, one of your guides will begin prepping dinner. Our menu options are: Steak, chicken fajitas, salmon, or chipotle pork chop. This is always a big hit for group trips! I forgot to mention, they also offer a raft + dinner experience if the group is interested!
Please email me.
If you are interested in discussing or booking a river experience I suggest you contact them through their website http://farflung.com/rio-chama/
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