Join Anjali Deva {CAP} and Gaby Colletta {AHC, E-RYT, YACEP} in Idyllwild, California for a 4-day immersion into the ancient practices of Ayurveda and Yoga. Nestled in an alpine forest and mountain country, we will reconnect to nature and explore the foundations of a 5000-year old science to self-healing, longevity and renewal. “Ojas” is the Sanskrit word for the subtle essence that bolsters immunity, vitality and resilience. Through holistic health practices we will explore ways to cultivate Ojas. Enjoy embodiment practices of yoga to deepen connection with self. Discover daily rituals to align with energetics of the season and support self-care. Learn how to infuse your meals with Ayurvedic principles and presence using spices and culinary herbs to maximize digestion. Drop into communal connection and slow living. This is for rejuvenation, renewal and inspired learning. 

Ayurveda is a traditional healing system and science from India dating back at least 5,000 years. This living body of wisdom uses many different modalities for healing, including using food as medicine, lifestyle changes, herbal remedies, bodywork and extensive detoxification practices. In India, Ayurveda is still practiced as a complete medical system with its own hospitals, treatment centers, and pharmacies that dispense herbal medicine. Here in the United States, Ayurveda is better known for its emphasis on preventative health, promoting a holistic lifestyle, and being a sister science to Yoga. Ayurveda’s emphasis on cultivating a balanced state for mind, body and spirit through diet and lifestyle changes makes it an accessible science for anyone wanting to improve their life. Ayurveda’s emphasis on holistic nutrition teaches us to use food as medicine—eating correctly for our dosha and for the season at hand. Ayurveda believes that agni, or the digestive fire, is the foundation for the health of our entire mind and body. 

In this retreat, we will cover the foundational elements of Ayurveda so we can best get to know ourselves, our dosha’s, and the rituals we need to create an individualized self-care routine. 

Explore embodied connection through daily asana yoga practices infused with seasonal Ayurvedic wisdom. 

Each class is guided with mindfulness, somatic inquiry, alignment foundation, and Ayurvedic principles to integrate body, mind and heart. Morning Asana is inspired by solar energy, a mindful Vinyasa class unfolding consciousness through the dance of breath with movement. In the afternoon, we wind down the day with a lunar-inspired practice such as Restorative, Aromatherapy Grounding Flow, or Yoga Nidra. One can expect meditation, pranayama, breath awareness, mudra and mantra.

Whether a seasoned practitioner or new yogi, instruction and variations are offered for each individual to explore one’s potential. Our retreat includes 5 yoga practices: one grounding practice, afternoon practice, three solar morning yoga classes, and one restorative yoga nidra. 

Ayurveda’s emphasis on holistic nutrition teaches us to use food as medicine—eating correctly for our dosha and for the season at hand. Ayurveda believes that agni, or the digestive fire, is the foundation for the health of our entire mind and body. Current research on the microbiome continues to prove the importance of the gut-brain connection and to demonstrate the link between healthy digestion and the functioning of many other systems in the body.

In this retreat, we will learn to cook seasonal appropriate meals that offer variations for each dosha. All of the food prepared will be organic, seasonal and local where possible. We can support any dietary accommodations, please just let us know ahead of time so we can plan accordingly.

Idyllwild, CA is in the heart of the San Jacinto Mountains of Southern California. A high elevation getaway with views of grand mountains and tree-lined valleys below, Idyllwild has been a retreat destination for many since the early 1900’s. With fresh crisp air nestled high above the clouds, we are only two-hours outside of Los Angeles though it will feel like a far-away destination. Surrounded by luscious pine trees, a running creek, incredible sunsets and a true place of solitude and tranquility, we chose Idyllwild because it is a true gem. Ayurveda believes that we are impacted by the environment we spend time in, choosing Idyllwild as a magical backdrop for our retreat was a given!

• A reservation requires a deposit of $350 USD.
• The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is canceled.
• The rest of the payment must be paid 30 days before arrival.

For cancellation policy details please review: www.gabycolletta.com/embodied-ojas-policies OR www.rootedrasa.com