Retreat Recap: joshua tree, california
We’re still on cloud 9 from our retreat in the high desert of Joshua Tree, California this last weekend. Joshua Tree held us close and reminded us to dream big. Read on for the official recap from our third retreat of 2025 in Joshua Tree, California.
Optional sunrise hike with the entire crew in Joshua Tree National Park.
Rest and relaxation are important aspects of every Rooted Renewal retreat. On Day 1 of our first full day of our Joshua Tree retreat, we spent the afternoon settling into our beautiful property with first vinyasa class of the weekend, a nourishing breakfast, and massages to follow! Not to mention plenty of pool hangs. It was a great way to settle into our retreat weekend.
A snapshot of Gaia Villa. This is our favorite place to host retreats in Joshua Tree, and our second time here! Located in Yucca Valley, with a natural salt water pool, and dark skies to showcase the beautiful star around the fire at night.
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We start each day at 7am with an awakening meditation followed by a one-hour Vinyasa class. We’ve found this to be the perfect mixture. We ease our students into each day with a grounding meditation and breath work exercise. Then build heat and strength through a powerful Vinyasa flow.
From here, we go into contrast therapy. Contrast therapy improves mental well-being by stimulating brain-boosting chemicals, enhancing cognitive function, reducing stress hormones, and fostering resilience through the brain's ability to adapt to rapid temperature shifts.
April leading one of our morning Vinyasa classes. We had our littlest, and most special guest quietly napping near his parents. It was such a delight, a Rooted Retreater even said Cyan was one of their highlights!
On Day 3, we were started the day with a dreamy sunrise hike. We make this optional, as we understand some are looking forward to sleeping in. This year? Every retreat attendee opted for going on the sunrise hike, it was exactly what we needed to start the day.
A few retreat attendees enjoying their time in Joshua Tree National Park.
Throughout each Rooted Renewal retreat, our students get a mixture of different yoga classes and workshops. You can expect at least one class to be led by either April or Keirst with each bringing their own style and flair to that particular flow.
This retreat was a real treat as we had Ben as our additional facilitator. He lead the group through a Kriya yoga workshop in addition to a Katonah focused Yin yoga class to wrap up the evening. Each Yin yoga session was accompanied by a sound bowl savasana.
Ben leading a Kirya Yoga workshop.
One of the 6 Pillars of Rooted Renewal is connection. We intentionally selected this property to host our Joshua Tree retreat (for the second time) because of it’s ability to let those connect with each other, and themselves. There’s always time to sit in silence with your new friends, all while feeling connected. We can’t thank this group enough for dropping in with us, and for the land holding us so close.
A view of our many, many sunsets.
Theses retreats, they just keep getting better. They were never not good but it feels soooo good meeting people in a state of curiosity, connection, and love. You’re safe in this space to let it all go, and call back what’s yours before ending your time with Rooted Renewal Wellness Retreats.
2025 Yoga Retreats
We have only one retreat left in 2025. It’s hard to believe we have one left already. If you are interested in attending a Rooted Renewal Wellness Retreat, check out our remaining locations and book your deposit to save your spot. Costa Rica is currently waitlisted but we’re able to add select accommodations so if you’re interested, fill out the form.
Nosara, Costa Rica - November 12 - 16th, 2025
Deposit: $500
Pricing: $2,200 - $2,700
Things to Know: Includes lodging, three meals per day (excluding arrival and departure days), yoga twice daily right next to the beach, workshops, guided hikes, excursions and more. *Pricing does not include airfare or optional excursions. Nearest airports include San Jose (4.5 hours) or Liberia Guanacaste Airport (2.5 hours). Transportation to and from Liberia Guanacaste Airport is included in your ticket price.
Marble Falls, Texas - January 29 - February 1st, 2026
Deposit: $500
Pricing: $1400-$1600
Things to Know: This is a family owned ranch, sitting on 46 acres. Pricing includes lodging, three meals per day (excluding arrival and departure days), yoga twice daily right in the ranch, workshops, equine therapy, excursions and more. *Pricing does not include airfare or optional excursions. Nearest airports include The closest airports are Austin International which is 60 minutes from the property. The other option is San Antonio International which is 80 minutes away. We offer shuttle services to and from the Austin airport, $60 each trip.
