Explore New Depths

Williston, FL 32696, USA

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Toni Ann Benino
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Feb 23 - 26, 2022
Group size: 10 - 12
Explore New Depths
Williston, FL 32696, USA

Toni Ann Benino
  • Email address verified
1 review

Feb 23 - 26, 2022
Group size: 10 - 12

About this trip

What to Bring:

 -Yoga mat

-Refillable water bottle

-Yoga attire

-Sneakers

-Small backpack for botanical gardens 

-Toiletries

-Journal

-Bathing suit

-Wetsuit top (*optional* for cave snorkeling excursion to stay warm in the water)

-Self-Love

-An open mind and heart

About this trip:

“They both listened silently to the water, which to them was not just water, but the voice of life, the voice of Being, the voice of perpetual Becoming.”― Hermann Hesse


Join Toni Benino and Laura Gotlin this February on "Explore New Depths," a 4-Day Yoga Retreat in Williston,  Florida.  This city in North Central Florida offers visitors the opportunity to experience some of the last remaining parts of Old Florida.


We will be staying in a private country lodge on 5 acres. The surrounding land includes a barnyard with animals, "The Hammock," a serene environment to take in the scenery while nestling under a massive oak tree (with a swing), a conservation easement for hiking, koi pond, outdoor pool, hot tub, and fire pit. The lodge is in walking distance to excursion sites, allowing for ease of travel as well as increased time outdoors and in exploration of nature. 


The retreat presents unique options for both peace and adventure.

Our intention is for you to connect with your depth of being, while discovering both that which grounds you, and creates flow and harmony in your life.

Stay connected with your teachers:

Laura Gotlin: 

Website: https://www.lgwholisticwellness.com

Instagram: @lg_wholistic_wellness


Toni Benino: 

Website: https://tonibenino.com/

Instagram: @toni.yogasoul

Disclaimers:

-$250 deposit is non-refundable

-We reserve the right to cancel retreat if minimum sign ups are not reached 30 days prior.

- We are not responsible for lost, stolen, or missing items.

- We are not responsible for airline cancelations, missed flights, or transportation issues prior to or departing the retreat. 

- All reservations and bookings are first come first serve. 

- A VALID PASSPORT IS REQUIRED if you are leaving your home country to attend retreat.  

- Travel insurance is NOT included in the price of the retreat, yet is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED for your protection.

-Negative Covid test is required prior to retreat 

What’s included

  • Yoga
    Various styles & for all levels
  • 4 days, 3 nights
    Private country lodge, *all rooms shared occupancy *all rooms private bathroom
  • Daily Excursions
    A snorkeling adventure to Devil’s Den, and botanical gardens exploration at the beautiful Cedar Lakes
  • Nourishment
    8 vegan friendly, health conscious & lovingly prepared meals by our in house chef
  • On-Site Activities
    Planned group activities at our stay, including a cacao ceremony and dance party (because JOY heals :) )
  • Meditation
    Morning meditations before physical Yoga practice
  • Use of Entire Property
    Use of grounds, outdoor patio & barn. Off-site heated pool and hot tub also accessible for retreaters
  • Fur baby cuddles
    Cozy up with Laura, Toni, and Chef Jordan’s pups, joining us on their first Yoga retreat!
  • Connection
    The healing power of connecting with others through Yoga
  • Space
    Ample physical space, and energetic space provided to be met exactly as you are

What’s not included

  • Flight & Transportation
    Local Airport: Gainesville Regional. It is about 40 minutes to our stay from the airport
  • Traveler’s Insurance
    Recommended, not required
  • Covid Test
    Negative test required prior to arrival

Available Packages

Trip Price
$800
Deposit:$250

Available options

30 minute Reiki sessions: Contact Laura
$50

Itinerary

Day 1: February 23, 2022
Landing, Grounding, & Connecting

3pm retreater arrivals begin, with free time to unpack, form bonds, explore the grounds, use the pool, snack or settle in any way needed.  

Our first yoga class will focus on grounding, followed by a nourishing dinner. An on-site campfire will close our first night together, providing space to talk and connect with like-minded individuals: the healing power of aligned community. 

Your Organizer


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Toni Ann Benino
1 review
Toni Benino, 500 ERYT, first turned to Yoga in 2014. A deep and continual connection to the practice inspired her to pursue multiple teacher trainings, including a recent certification completion as a Yoga Therapist. Toni continues to share her knowledge and passion through teaching, and sustains an excitement for learning. She additionally co-leads local & international yoga retreats. Toni is passionate about offering introspective adventures, and holding space for others to self-heal and self-serve, while building community.

Reviews

Honestly it has taken me almost one week to reflect and I'm still laughing and crying and rolling in the energy from this trip. Its the trip and then the afterwards, but lets talk about Toni and the Garden Goddess. Toni is an amazing soul, warm and very observant. As a hostess and organizer everything was better than expected, The accommodations, food, staff, quarters all top notch. The property is amazing, the Yoga spaces top notch. With both in and outdoor practice spaces and all props needed are available. Garden Goddess is built for Yoga retreats. From the peaceful and transforming surroundings to the nature that you experience every day from morning to night!. To the special requests- we requested coffee, meaning me, lol, every morning at 5.30, my coffee was in the pot waiting!!! Seriously, every day... The food was prepared and served every day with an abundance of choices including soups, salads, fresh fruit, vegetarian and animal protein meals, every request was satisfied. Again, the food and resort was awesome! My room was very nice size double with air conditioning and large bathroom. Double doors opened to a large semi private seating area, all very clean and attended. No worries there. really only slept there, lol Now the transformation part!! Toni set the tone with some grounding on the first day, boy I'm glad she did because the the rest of the week my kapha was off the charts. Every morning there was practice and every morning was new experience that included either planned excursions or spontaneous taxi rides up and down the coast from Cahuita to Punta UVA! My inner monkey was on fire!!! Simply amazing experiences, I highly recommend both the Bri Bri Indian reservation and the Punta Uva kayak and beach excursions. Both awesome days and learned so much. And its everything in between that adds up, the people you meet. The ones you travel with, the bonds you create. All of it And through it all Toni is watching and guiding and asking if she can help in any way. Awesomeness all around!! I can honestly go on and on. This experience stays with you, will change you and continues to lift you far after you return! Personally, I would take another excursion with Toni and her compadre anytime they offered because they have the experience and are true to the practice of Yoga! So I would say to you go!!! Hanuman
By John H for Return To You Yoga Retreat on Jul 18, 2024