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Three days and two nights of yoga in the Joshua Tree desert, hosted by Kari Jaffe around the theme root to rise. Yasmina is the chef and cooks every meal. Open to all levels, and every activity is optional.
the days
- Friday. Arrive in the afternoon. Opening ceremony, a grounding yoga practice, a family-style dinner under the night sky, then the hot tub and stargazing.
- Saturday. Morning flow and brunch, free time to rest, explore or cold plunge, a group conversation, dinner, and a Yoga Nidra sound bath.
- Sunday. A last morning practice, breakfast and a closing circle.
included
- Two nights of lodging
- Every meal by Yasmina, with water, coffee and tea
- Yoga, reflection and group sessions
- Hot tub, cold plunge and stargazing
- Yoga Nidra sound bath
the food
Mostly vegetarian, with fish and some meat, and plenty of fruit and vegetables. Diets and allergies are looked after if you tell Kari ahead. No alcohol is served.
rooms
- King room with private bath: $2,900 alone, $2,300 each when shared
- King or queen room with shared bath: $2,100 alone, $1,700 each when shared
good to know
- Prices are per person. Rooms go first come, first served.
- $700 non-refundable deposit. The balance is due January 5, 2027, and payment plans are available.
- Travel is not included. Carpooling from Los Angeles is encouraged.
Email: kari.jaffe@gmail.com
From Kari Jaffe’s retreat page, October 21, 2026. She confirms rooms and prices when you book.
Four nights in the high desert around the full moon, with Reiki, meditation, yoga and creative practice. Hosted by Amy Potter of From the Earth Healing Arts and Jonny Ahdout of LightSpread, with daily yoga by Chris Norton and Ben Auman of Aumana Yoga. Yasmina leads the culinary program, and guests are welcome in the kitchen.
included
- Four nights at Saguaro Ridge or Big Star Ranch
- Three meals a day plus snacks, by Yasmina
- Every practice, ritual and experience
- The Saguaro Ridge pool, spa and yoga room
- Trips into Joshua Tree National Park, including a full moon ritual
the food
Cooking rooted in the Moroccan kitchens of Yasmina’s mother and grandmothers.
rooms
- Saguaro Ridge, private king room: $2,888 (sold out)
- Saguaro Ridge, king room for two booked together: $2,488 each
- Saguaro Ridge, two-king room, shared: $2,488 each (sold out)
- Big Star Ranch, private room in the main house: $2,588 (sold out)
- Big Star Ranch, the Bungalow, shared: $2,388 each
- Big Star Ranch, the Casita, shared: $2,288 to $2,388 each
good to know
- Prices are per person. The retreat is the same whichever room you choose.
- $1,188 deposit when you book.
- By invitation: Amy’s clients and friends, and their friends. A few massages with Ben can be booked.
Email: Amy@fromtheearthhealingarts.com
From Amy Potter and Jonny Ahdout’s retreat page, October 21, 2026. They confirm rooms and prices when you book.