5-Day Yoga & Nature Retreat in Yosemite
Schedule
Wed, 08 Oct, 2025 at 03:00 pm to Sun, 12 Oct, 2025 at 12:00 pm
UTC-07:00Location
UC Merced Yosemite Field Station | Yosemite National Park, CA
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Join us this October 8–12, 2025 for our 25th Anniversary Gathering!Come celebrate Balanced Rock’s 25-year journey with an immersive, community-centered experience in the heart of Yosemite National Park.
Join retreat leaders Heather Sullivan & Paula Wild plus several special guests for a meaningful blend of movement, reflection, nature immersion, connection, and celebration. You have flexible options for participation: come for the full five days, weekend-only, or a single-day!
✨ Why This Retreat is Special
This isn’t just any retreat—it’s a celebration of the best of Balanced Rock from the past 25 years.
Over the course of our time together, you’ll experience the full spectrum of yoga, wellness, and nature-based offerings that reflect the heart of our work: authentic connection, deep intentionality, and transformational experiences rooted in Yosemite’s magic.
Whether you're returning home to a familiar circle or joining us for the first time, this retreat is designed to nourish your body, mind, and spirit—and to celebrate a powerful legacy of growth, healing, and connection in nature.
🧘 Daily Flow & Activities
• Morning: Hot beverages, breakfast, and grounding yoga & meditation
• Midday: Hiking excursions to Yosemite icons like Glacier Point, Mariposa Grove, or Yosemite Valley
• Afternoon: Free time + optional guided nature and wellness activities
• Evening: Appetizer mixers, nourishing dinner, and campfire programs featuring guest speakers, live music, & community sharing
(Most activities are optional; participants can choose to rest or explore as they wish.)
🏡 What’s Included
• Park entry pass with registration
• Ayurvedic-inspired meals all day
• Shared, rustic cabin lodging (you’ll bring your linens)
• Expert facilitation & all retreat programming
• Group gear, yoga mats, and first-aid support
Participants arrange their own travel to Wawona; lodging and cooking are centralized at the UC Merced Field Station. Reach out to our team for support on travel logistics.
💵 Pricing & Scholarships
Full 5-day retreat (lodging included): $795/person
• Early bird discount: $695 if you register by Sept 1, 2025!
Weekend pass (Fri–Sun, lodging included): $395/person
Single-day pass (no lodging, day only): $150/person
– Scholarships and sliding-scale options available—just ask!
Link to the retreat webpage: https://www.balancedrock.org/programs/p/25th-anniversary-retreat
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Where is it happening?
UC Merced Yosemite Field Station, 7799 Chilnualna Rd, Yosemite National Park, CA 95389, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays: