Autumn equinox yoga retreat
A moment of perfect balance between day and night, light and dark.
Berkeley Hills, California
Sept 24th - Sept 27th, 2026
Join us for a weekend at our Autumn Equinox Yoga Retreat.
Named for its meaning—“a dwelling among the elder trees”—Anza is a hidden gem nestled in the folds of the Berkeley Hill. Completely surrounded by towering redwoods, creating a forest sanctuary that invites reflection, grounding, and deep connection with nature. The Autumn Equinox marks a sacred turning point for us! Join us as we explore finding perfect balance between day and night, light and dark.
Read on for more details about the property, payment information and FAQs.
Please NOTE: Booking & Registration for this retreat closes on July 1st.
Payment is required in full by August 1st.
About the Property
Anza is tucked into the hillside of the Berkeley Hills — about 10 minutes from the campus of UC Berkeley and roughly 30 minutes from San Francisco.
Expect sweeping views of Tilden Regional Park and the rolling hills of the East Bay.
The name reflects its vibe: a “dwelling among the elder trees,” offering a sense of seclusion, natural beauty, and calm through rolling hills, forested surroundings, and sweeping views.
There are trailheads right from the land. Morning walks, meditative nature exploration, and quiet moments among the trees are woven into every day
Wellness amenities include a cedar sauna, a cold plunge, and a Japanese soaking tub, all tucked into the natural landscape of redwoods for restorative rituals.
Sleeping quarters are cozy and intentionally designed, allowing for both community and solitude.
Various accommodation options, both private and shared.
What your weekend will look like
We intentionally plan the agenda for each retreat we host based on factors like location, time of year, group size and more. We typically share a finalized agenda no later than 2-3 weeks prior to a retreat. Here’s some of the things you may expect each day.
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Arrival time is typically around 4pm. We like to let folks ease into their retreat experience by unpacking, meeting others and settling in for the weekend.
Welcome dinner starting around 6pm.
Opening ceremony and restorative yin.
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Morning meditation at 7am followed by a power Vinyasa yoga class to start the day.
Breakfast around 9am followed by guided community cold plunges. We highly encourage everyone to participate here.
Lunch is usually around 12-1pm each day based on other activities.
Sacred silence in the early afternoon allows everyone some downtime to spend however they’d like. We strongly encourage no screens during this time.
A community hike for late afternoon before dinner.
Dinner around 6pm.
Restorative yin yoga around 7:30pm
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Morning meditation at 7am followed by a power Vinyasa class.
Breakfast around 9am followed by guided community cold plunges.
Movement based workshop. Sacred silence after that before dinner.
Community dinner around 6:30pm.
Restorative yin around 7:45pm.
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Morning meditation at 7am followed by our final Vinyasa class and closing ceremony.
A grab-and-go style breakfast is usually what we offer on our final day.
Check-out is usually around 10am.
Reviews
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Keirst & April went above and beyond to ensure that every aspect of the retreat was thoughtfully curated and nourishing for everyone. Their passion was evident in every detail and they are simply beautiful human beings.
Jess - Arizona 2023
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Yoga ever intimidated you before but you are curious and feel drawn to it? Then attend this retreat. Whether you have zero yoga experience or knowledge or lots. All levels feel home here. These hosts create a rare space of yoga immersion, experience, inclusion and FUN.
Michael - Joshua Tree 2025
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I had such a great time with this group. They are great facilitators that bring together lovely people. Give yourself a treat/break and go on a trip with them!
Alexis - New Mexico 2025
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Simply say YES to YOU!! Joshua Tree was my first retreat of any kind! My daughter had been asking for me to join her on an adventure… when things finally aligned I blindly said YES! This leap of faith changed my life!
Lori - Joshua Tree 2024, Arizona 2025 & New Mexico 2025
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I’ve done a few wellness retreats over the years and what April and Keirst are doing with Rooted Renewal retreats is something special. Expect authentic yoga practices, integrated wellness activities (hiking, cacao, cold plunges), community building and personal journey guidance — all of the items to curate a holistic wellness journey.
Tom - Joshua Tree 2024
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Transformative. This retreat really sparked a year-long journey of self-discovery. Through the modalities that Keirst, April, and Cody taught, i learned so much. About myself, my coping skills, and my tolerance. Thanks to each one of you for reminding me about my power.
Madison - Colorado 2023
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Being new to the yoga practice, I was a little hesitant on going at first because this was a new experience for me. But man, I am so glad I went. They truly put so much love and effort to make their retreats comfortable, fun, challenging and educational.
Brennan - Joshua Tree 2024
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Empowering, supportive and kind...this yoga retreat settled my spirit, fed my soul, and inspired me to do hard things. I knew no one when I arrived and left with my yoga practice invigorated & with dear friends. Be courageous and just GO--you are worth it!
Linda - Arizona 2025
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This retreat brought clarity and peace in my life! From the facilitators coming in authenticity and raw, to the in house private chef, I could not imagine a better place to recharge and recenter. 12/10 recommend to anyone wanting to deep dive in their yoga practice and find a place to rest and renew.
Autumn - Arizona 2023 & Joshua Tree 2024
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Not only did we get to do yoga in the most beautiful atmosphere, but the organization of dinners and excursions were so thoughtfully planned, I couldn’t have embarked my 2024 with a better trip than a rooted renewal retreat.
Noelle - Costa Rica 2024
Payment Overview
Accessibility is a top priority for Rooted Renewal. If you would like to book your spot at The Summer Solstice Retreat, a $500 non-refundable deposit is required. Upon payment of your deposit, the remainder owed will be split into two automatic payments. Dates will be based on what works for you, and how far out the retreat is.
Total Cost: $500 - $3,200 (pricing depends on your specific room selection)
Meet Your Teachers
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Keirst Ferguson
Co-Founder & Lead Yoga Instructor
200-HR RYTKeirst is the founder of Afternoon Yoga. She has completed two 200-hour RYT trainings, with an additional 20 hours in Katonah yoga.
Her practice incorporates elements from Ashtanga and Katonah, with a focus on individual empowerment, nervous system regulation and alignment. Keirst is based Tucson, Arizona.
What Keirst will offer in Marble Falls: Vinyasa Yoga, Yin Yoga & Asana Lab Workshop
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April Denning
Co-Founder & Lead Yoga Instructor
200-HR RYTApril loves inspiring people to connect with themselves through a movement- and inversion-based practice. With the proper guidance and training tools, we make what seems impossible, possible.
As we dive into this journey together, April will be there every step of the way to remind you that yes, this is hard work but this is work that you can do. April is based in Phoenix, Arizona.
What April will offer in Marble Falls: Vinyasa Yoga, Yin Yoga & Asana Lab Workshop
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Cody Ferguson
Co-Facilitator
Cody is an adventure enthusiast and a supporting facilitator of Rooted Renewal Wellness Retreats. He helps others develop more compassion and resiliency by guiding meditation and cold exposure practices. Cody is based in Tucson, Arizona
What Cody will offer in Marble Falls: Meditation & Cold Exposure
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FAQs
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Anza is tucked into the hillside just 10 minutes from UC Berkeley and 30 minutes from San Francisco. The property is offers privacy, natural beauty, and modern amenities.
Exact address is 630 Kenyon Ave, Kensington, CA 94708.
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If you are looking for intentional time to rest, unplug, nourish your mind and body and connect with others doing the same, this retreat is for you. Our unique retreat experiences strike the perfect balance between rest, movement, connection, nature, knowledge and of course, delicious food.
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You can expect yoga twice daily, guided meditation and cold plunge, 3 meals per day (with exception of arrival and departure days), 1-2 workshop style offerings and more. An exact agenda will be released closer to the retreat dates. You will also get Rooted swag along with your ticket including a t-shirt, stickers and other small/intentional surprises:)
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The closest airports are Oakland Airport, about 30 minutes away and the San Francisco airport , about 40 minutes away.
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There are variety of room options. Pricing depends on which specific room option you select and whether you are booking it solo or shared. Upon paying your deposit, you can provide this information. Complete pricing is available on the overview deck linked at the top of this page. Click on the “View Accommodations” button. Any accommodations that are booked/sold will be indicated.
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No. Our retreats are open and accessible to all levels of yogis. If you have specific questions, feel free to submit the form on this page and we will follow-up.
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Tickets are nonrefundable. Absolutely no exceptions. While we offer payment plans as a form of accessibility to retreats, you are responsible for the full amount of your ticket reserved at the time of booking.