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About this trip
Deepen your yoga and meditation practices. Learn about and receive hands-on reiki. Enjoy unlimited time in the resort spa, and visit the unforgettable Yosemite Valley. Savor delicious and hearty meals, relax in the hot tub or sauna, and experience the great outdoors.
This 4 day retreat takes place at the Yosemite Bug, a rustic resort in Midpines, California, 27 miles from Yosemite Valley that dates back to the 1930s. Freshly prepared breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served at the June Bug Cafe. Practice yoga (vinyasa and restorative), meditation, and pranayama (breath work) with a dedicated and experienced teacher. Take part in a reiki experience of hands-on healing.
Visit the Yosemite Valley taking a scenic bus ride to and from the park, or driving your car on your own. You can request a packed lunch to bring with you on your visit to the park!
The spa is part of your retreat package with unlimited access to the hot tub and sauna. Leave our retreat blissed out and inspired.
Sample Schedule
Subject to Minor Changes
Day 1
Check in + Get Settled - 3:00pm
Dinner - 5:30pm. Aim to arrive 5 minutes early if possible
Opening Circle + Welcome - 7:00pm
Day 2
Vinyasa Yoga and Meditation - 7:00am
Breakfast - 8:30am
Free time - Visit Yosemite Valley, relax in spa, explore the Bug trails, etc.
Lunch can be packed to bring to Yosemite or eaten in the restaurant
Dinner - 6:00pm (order packed lunch for following day)
Reiki Workshop - 7:45pm
Day 3
Vinyasa Yoga and Meditation - 7:00am
Breakfast - 8:30am
Free time- Visit Yosemite Valley, relax in spa, explore, etc.
Lunch can be packed to bring to Yosemite or eaten in the restaurant
Dinner - 6:00pm (order packed lunch for following day)
Gentle Practice (eg. Yoga Nidra or Restorative) - 7:45pm
Day 4
Farewell Yoga and Meditation - 7:30am
Breakfast- 9:00am
Check Out - 10:00am
Lunch- anytime. You can even take it to go with you!
About Christie Pitko
Christie Pitko, ERYT 500 is an expert at leading retreats both in the U.S. and abroad. She guides 5-6 retreats per year, and has been hosting retreats since 2014.
Christie is a dedicated student and full-time yoga and meditation teacher in San Francisco, California. She has taught over 3000 hours of yoga classes. She is part of the faculty at Folk SF (formerly Yoga Garden San Francisco) for their 200 and 300 hour teacher training programs. She teaches alignment-based yoga, restorative, as well as meditation. Her biggest influences are Annie Carpenter and Richard Rosen whom she studies with frequently.
Christie is also a Reiki Master Teacher.
What to Bring
Clothing layers
Backpacks
Water bottle
Yoga mat
Sunscreen and Hat
Comfortable shoes for walking and hiking
Bathing suit for hot tub
Transportation - Please Read
The transportation and the fee to enter the park is not included in this package. The Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort is 27 miles from Yosemite National Park. It will take about 45 minutes to an hour to get there by car.
You will need to register your vehicle ahead of time for Saturday and Sunday's visit to the park (not Friday). LEARN MORE
Another way is to take the YARTS scenic bus, which picks up at the Bug and takes you directly to the park. I have personally done this, and really enjoyed it. The ride is about an hour and 20 minutes due to the stops the bus makes. You will also need to book your reservation ahead of time if visiting the park via YARTS bus on Saturday and Sunday.
Please visit the YARTS website for the schedule and to purchase tickets.
We recommend purchasing YARTS tickets ahead of time. Note that the walk from your room at the Bug to the bus stop is about 15 minutes.
Meals at June Bug Cafe
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner is included. We will do our best to accommodate special requests. The cafe has both indoor and outdoor seating. Beer, wine, and dessert can be purchased separately.
The June Bug Cafe is the only restaurant for miles, so dinner will get busy. Please do your best to get to dinner by 6pm. If you cannot make scheduled meal times, just let us know. Meals are still included, you might just miss the evening yoga session.
Request a packed lunch to take with you to Yosemite. Orders for packed lunches must be placed at dinner the night before.
Balance Due
*Balance for retreat due Tuesday, September 3rd.
What’s included
- 3 nights accommodationsSingle or shared rooms in the rustic Yosemite Bug Resort. Rooms come with mini fridges.
- Freshly made mealsBreakfast, lunch, and dinner are served at the June Bug Cafe. Packed lunches available by request when you are going to the Yosemite Valley!
- Daily yogaMix of alignment-based vinyasa flow and restorative or yoga nidra in the evenings.
- Daily meditationMindfully guided meditations
- Reiki WorkshopLearn a bit about reiki, and receive hands-on healing .
- Unlimited spa accessEnjoy the hot tub and sauna at the resort
- Towels, linens, soapYour room will have towels, linens, soap, shampoo, and conditioner..
- Community kitchenSeparate from the dining room. Use this if you want to store snacks, or if you come early, stay late, etc.
What’s not included
- Transportation to BugFresno airport - 2 hours drive. Oakland, San Francisco, and San Jose about 3 hours drive. We recommend renting a car to drive to the resort.
- Entrance fee for parkYou MUST reserve your car and fee into the park ahead of time for Saturday and Sunday (not Friday)
- Travel InsuranceRequired. There are no refunds if you need to cancel for any reason. We like World Nomads.
- Transport to YosemiteOur venue is 27 miles from the famous Yosemite Valley. You can drive (about 45 minute drive) or take the scenic YARTS shuttle.
- Alcoholic beveragesThe Cafe sells beer and wine.
- Additional spa treatmentBook a massage or private salt and essential oil soak for an additional fee
Available Packages
This is a shared room for 2 people, and price is per person.
This room also has a private bathroom.
**You must let us know if you require 1 or 2 beds in the notes when you register**
This room is for ONE person.This is a single queen room and private bathroom all to yourself. If you are bringing another person with you, you must book a double room. **If you are a couple sharing a bed, you must book a Double Room, with the price being per person.
Price is per person. This is a shared room for 3 people and a private bathroom. There is 1 queen bed, and 2 twin beds.