Autumn Yoga Retreat
October 16-19, 2025
Coeur d' Alene, Idaho
“Even if something is left undone,
everyone must take time to sit still and watch the leaves turn.”
– Elizabeth Lawrence
Crisp Air, Fall Colors & Beautiful Scenery Join me for a magical weekend at a private ranch near Lake Coeur d' Alene. Discover Autumn's peace through Yoga and meditation in a secluded, cozy and supportive environment. With a maximum of seven students, you will receive individual attention and assistance in your and meditation Yoga practices. All meals are vegetarian/vegan, cooked with love and meticulous care using, as much as possible, organic and local ingredients.
Asanas are the Yoga postures we practice every time we come to the mat. Asanas, done properly, can have a profound effect on our mind and body. In this intimate and peaceful setting we will move inward as we delve into the most important details of Yoga asana practice. You will receive practical tips and advice that will increase your confidence in Yoga asana practices.
The retreat will be centered around deepening and improving the Yoga asanas (postures) and re-connecting with your calm center through meditation, breathing and chanting. Escape the routines of daily life for time to rest and renew your mind and body. All levels of practice, and each individual;s needs, will be considered in class planning. Props such as blocks, chairs, blankets and straps will be available for use and will be incorporated in each practice session as needed. All Yoga classes taught by Tish Hegel. Julia Peterson, music therapist, will be leading us through an amazing drum circle experience on the final evening.
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LOCATION
Elk Mountain Ranch is a magnificent private ranch on 150 acres. Located 15-minutes east of downtown Coeur d' Alene, Idaho, the property is close to ammenities, but still feels private and secluded. The 4000 sf house is a spacious, comfortable home built with love by the owners. The heart of the home is the original 1908 homestead cabin, the original deed was signed by President Theodore Roosevelt.
The unique setting of this home is at the confluence of two streams and surrounded by pristine natural beauty to stir your heart. Like a painting come to life with romantic rock bridges, quaint stone steps and walls, lush pastures, fruit trees, flowers and two jade-green ponds filled with trout that guests are encouraged to feed with food provided. This enchanting home is surrounded on three sides by 2.5 million acres of U.S. Forest land extending into Montana and Canada. It is common to see bald eagles, wild turkeys, deer and elk on the property.
TRAVEL & ARRIVAL
Travel expenses are not included in registration costs.
The nearest major airport is in Spokane, Washington. It is a 50 minute drive to Coeur d' Alene from the Spokane airport. The Missoula, Montana airport is a 2.5 hour drive to Coeur d' Alene. Ride sharing may be able to be arranged with other participants, please let me know if you would like me to help arrange this.
Each participant will receive a map with driving instructions to the ranch before the retreat.
Arrive anytime after 2:00 PM on Thursday, October 16th. The first Yoga Practice will be at 3:30 PM, Oct.16th.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Six bedrooms are dispersed throughout the ground and the second floors with comfortable beds, plenty of space and privacy. Each of the three rooms on the second floor has it's own private stair case leading to the room The two large, main-floor bathrooms are located at the front and rear of the home. A well stocked laundry room is available for use. Bathrooms have hairdryers.
Wifi is available in the main areas of the house, but cell phone signals are 'spotty' at best. There is a land line for local (208) calls and emergencies. What'sApp works well for phone calls outside of the local area code.
MEALS
Savor delicious, nourishing meals prepared with ingredients that celebrate the flavors of autumn. Two, hot, vegetarian/vegan meals each day, lunch and dinner, will be prepared for you. Light breakfast foods are self-serve. Coffee and tea available in the mornings. A hot tea station is available for use all day. Guests' special dietary needs can be accommodated (gluten free, vegan, allergies). The cook for this retreat is Shelby Dobbins. You can learn more about Shelby here.
COEUR D'ALENE
Downtown Coeur d' Alene and Lake Coeur d' Alene are just a 20-minute drive from the ranch. An abundance of hiking and biking trails are in and around Coeur d'Alene. If you are interested in exploring Coeur d'Alene during afternoon free time, I can provide you with hiking and town information upon arrival. Weather permitting, there is the potential for a group hike during afternoon free time, this can be arranged as the retreat date gets closer.
RETREAT SCHEDULE
Oct 16, Arrival Day:
2:00-3:00 PM Arrival
3:30-5:30 PM: Yoga Practice for the Hips
5:30 PM: Welcome Dinner ~ Family Style
7:30 PM: Fireside Chat with Candlelit Yoga-Nidra Guided Meditation (In pajamas)
Oct 17, First Full Day :
Self-Serve Light Breakfast
9:00-11:45 PM Yoga Practice
12:00 Lunch
Free time / Rest & Digest
3:30 PM: Gentle Practices, Restorative & Yin Yoga w/ Sound Bath Savasana
5:30 PM: Family Style Dinner
7:30 PM: Kirtan
Oct , 18 - Second Full Day:
Self-Serve Light Breakfast
9:00-11:45 Workshop & Practice, Building a Strong Foundation
12:00 Lunch
Free time / Rest & Digest
3:30 PM: Gentle Practices, Restorative & Yin Yoga w/ Sound Bath Savasana
5:30 PM: Family Style Dinner
7:30 PM: Drum Circle with Julia Peterson
Oct 19, Final Morning:
Self-Serve Light Breakfast
9:00-11:00: Yoga & Meditation Practice
11:00 AM: Family Style Brunch
1:00 PM: Re-Entry into Regular Life
REGISTRATION INCLUDES
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Accommodations for Three Nights
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Welcome Gift Bag
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Thoughtfully Created Yoga Practices
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Individual Assistance, Small Group Setting
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Daily Asana Workshops & Practice
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Candlelit & Fireside Yoga Sessions
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Drum Circle
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Kirtan
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Wholesome, organic, vegan/vegetarian meals prepared by Shelby Dobbins
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Small group instruction (maximum of 7 students)
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Access to the 150 acre ranch to hike, explore and relax
ROOM CHOICES
1) Balcony Room: RESERVED
Large room with queen bed, private full bath and patio/terrace. Located on the second floor, private staircase leads to the room. Stunning views of the forest through large glass windows at front of house can be seen from the bed. This is a loft type of room with an open railing above the Yoga room. People cannot see into the Balcony Room from the lower level. The Yoga room is closed to the rest of the house between 9:30 PM and 8 AM to ensure complete privacy for those in the Balcony Room.
Single Occupancy: 1775.00, one person
Double Occupancy: 2575.00 total for two people
2) Silver Room: RESERVED
Large room on main floor, center of the house, queen bed and views of the fruit tree orchard and small pasture. Shared bath located across hallway from room. Bathroom shower is shared with the Bear's Den.
Single Occupancy: 1575.00 one person
Double Occupancy: 2575.00 total for two people
3) Bear's Den: Available
Part of the original 1908 log cabin. A large room with one queen bed, two twin beds. Private powder room (toilet/sink). Located on second floor, private stair case leads to room. Full bathroom located at the base of stairs is shared with the Silver Room.
Single Occupancy: 1575.00
Double Occupancy: 2575.00 two people
4) Moose Room: RESERVED
Queen bed. Located on the main floor at the back of the house. Large bath shared with Wolf and Native American rooms.
Single Occupancy: 1575.00 one person
5) Wolf Room: RESERVED
A cozy room with a twin bed and a private exterior door. Located on the main floor at rear of house. Large bath is shared with the Moose and Native American rooms.
Single Occupancy: 1575.00
6) Native American Room: RESERVED
A large, second floor room with a double bed. This is the quietest room in the house with a shared bathroom located at the base of the stairs. Private staircase leads to the room. Bathroom is shared with the Moose and Wolf Rooms.
Single Occupancy: 1575.00
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Reserve your room with a non-refundable 500.00 deposit per room.
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Registration: Submit the form in the link below. An invoice for the deposit will be emailed to you after the registration from is submitted.
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Nearest airports are Spokane, WA (60 minutes away) and Missoula, MT (2.5 hours away). Please let me know if you are interested in car-sharing from the airport, I will try to connect you with other students to arrange a carpool. Uber/Lyft are appx. 100.00 each way.