Discover tranquility as you connect with a welcoming community of like-minded individuals. Enjoy a three-day journey of rejuvenating yoga practices, where you can also explore serene grounds, bask in healing waters, and nurture your body, mind, and soul.
Included:
4 Yoga (Asana) Practices in a beautiful yurt - 1.5-2 hour practice every day, 2 offerings on Wednesday
Healthy meals - Tuesday dinner, 3 meals Wednesday, breakfast Thursday *meat, vegan, and gluten free options
Access to Hot Springs - 3 soaking pools & 2 jacuzzis (98*-108*), sauna, cold plunge
Access to Labyrinth modeled after Chartres Cathedral near Paris, with 11 circuits for walking/mindful meditation purposes
Options for additional spa services:
Treatments include therapeutic deep tissue, reflexology, scrubs, & a full menu of massage services
Further Information
Only 15 spots available!
Public registration open April 14
Registration deadline September 1st!
Lodging:
Lodging will need to be booked separately through Joyful Journey Hot Springs Spa
Enjoy staying within ‘Yurts’ or ‘The Lodge’ with the discounted group retreat weekday rate
4 Double Queen Rooms - $208.16*, tax included (*single occupancy)
2 Single King Rooms -$202.80*, tax included
1 King Suite, Non Pet Friendly - $229.62*, tax included
3 Double Queen, Pet-friendly - $208.16*, tax included
Yurt 1 Single Queen, Two Twins - $177.05*, tax included
Yurt 2 One Queen, One Twin - $177.05*, tax included
*Additional adult in any accommodation: $40/$42.92 after tax
Pet friendly spaces are available
Pet Fee for lodge/yurts: $50.00 Flat Rate
More information and photos of rooms at ‘The Lodge’
More information and photos of ‘Yurts’
Spa Services:
Full menu of services
To book, call the Front Desk at (719) 256-4328
More about Joyful Journey Hot Springs Spa:
Joyful Journey Hot Springs Spa is a quiet oasis located 32 miles south of Salida and 50 miles north of Alamosa on scenic Highway 17, which runs parallel to the Sangre de Cristo mountain range
Joyful Journey offers some of the most beautiful stargazing skies in the country as a Dark Sky initiative advocate
Meditation Hill has four benches (built for the four directions), for relaxation while viewing the expansive Sangre de Cristo mountain range, vibrant sunrises and colorful sunsets
Tour their geodesic dome greenhouse, which produces flora throughout the year - you may be served some of our homegrown herbs and greenery during meals
If you would like any further information about Joyful Journey Hot Springs visit their website
FAQs
Do I need to bring a yoga mat?
Yes! If you have one, if not please let me know so I can make arrangements
Can I bring my spouses, partners, friend?
Yes. They are welcome to stay and share rooms. All are invited! *Important* - To participate in yoga practices and have a catered lunch option, you MUST reserve a spot (only 15 available) If loved ones still want to experience Joyful Journey Hot Springs, a breakfast and dinner option are included in your room rate and the hot springs are open to all guests
Do I need to bring any other yoga props?
No. Blocks and blankets will be provided. Please feel free to bring any additional props such as bolsters, pillows, or additional blankets if you’d like
What will the tentative schedule be?
Tuesday:
4pm Check-in
5:30-7pm Orientation and dinner
7pm 90 minute TBD yoga practice ex.Slow Vinyasa Flow
Wednesday:
7-9am Breakfast
9am 2 hour TBD yoga ex.Vinyasa + Yin
12pm Lunch
3pm Optional 90 minute Int. Vinyasa Practice
5pm 90 min Yin + Meditation
6:30-8pm Dinner
Thursday:
7-9am Breakfast
9am 90 minute TBD yoga practice
11am Check-out*
Are there any other activities planned outside of yoga practices?
Only the optional 90 minute Intermediate Vinyasa Workshop! Enjoy ample free to explore the land, soak in the healing hot springs, book a spa service (ahead of time), mingle with retreat participants, do as you please to help soothe your spirit during this retreat. Daily soaking begins at 7:30am for overnight guests until 9:50pm
What is the Intermediate Vinyasa Workshop?
The 90 minute practice will consist of more challenging peak postures as we immerse in vinyasa flow. Additional $45 investment.
Are there any chemicals in the pools?
No! All pools are filled with the natural, mineral-rich, geothermically heated water that rises in artisanal springs on the property. The pools are emptied, cleaned, and refilled each night.
Do I need to bring towels for the springs?
No. They will have towels and robes provided
Can I come early/stay late?
Yes! *Overnight guests can enjoy the pools beginning at noon on the day of arrival through 9:50p.m. on the day of departure
What can I expect for food?
Joyful Journey uses locally grown, sustainable and organic ingredients whenever possible. In addition, vegan and gluten-free options are available each meal. The food is VERY good, both healthy and filling without being too much of either. The dinner desserts were excellent as well!
Typical Joyful Breakfast Menu: Muffins/bagels/sweet rolls/gluten free bread, yogurt, freshly cooked eggs with either bacon or sausage (or impossible bacon or sausage) and either hashbrowns or seasoned potatoes OR bowls of oatmeal with seasonal fruit, some type of tofu or veggie scramble or a breakfast salad, pancake machine, variety of milks (dairy and non-dairy), juice/coffee/tea/water
Lunch TBD
Dinner themes such as Mediterranean, Caribbean, Asian inspired menus
Can I leave during free time?
Yes! You are free to come as go as you wish, exploring the surrounding areas
Are there deposits or cancellation fees?
Retreat rate is due in its entirety upon registering, in the event you need to cancel, you will receive a refund of half the investment, $137.50
Guest-reserved accommodations: Upon reserving your spot reach out to Joyful Journey to select your room and place a 50% deposit at the time of reservation and the remainder is due 3 days prior to the date of check-in.
Guests sharing an accommodation, Joyful Journey will take one, 50% deposit. In the event one person cancels, the room charges will be applied to the remaining retreatant(s) on that reservation.
For individuals participating in a retreat they require a 2 week minimal cancellation notification. If cancellation is received within the 2 week period, a six-month, in-house credit will be issued.
How do I sign up?
Public registration begins April 14. To reserve your spot fill out the form below and Venmo $349 or contact me to make other arrangements.