YOGA RETREAT
August 16th - 18th, 2024
Cle Elum, WA
ABOUT THE PROPERTY
This retreat is being hosted at a private 27 acre property that's fully off grid and extends from the banks of the Yakima river up the side of a mountain with stunning views of the valley. It’s about 90 minutes east of Seattle and 30 minutes from Cle Elum Lake.
There is a wood fired sauna, a natural spring fed pond for cold plunging and a tree house outdoor shower to relax and recover during your stay. The sauna, treehouse, and decks were all made from trees harvested and milled on the land.
There are 5 glamping tents on the property as well as a large canvas tent where we will gather for yoga. There is plenty of space to hike, river dip, lounge in hammocks, connect with yourself, others & our beautiful mother earth!
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
+ 2 nights / 3 days of accommodation
+ nourishing vegetarian meals provided from Friday dinner through Sunday lunch
+ wood fired sauna & cold plunge
+ outdoor tree house shower with access to my hand crafted self care products - salt scrubs, clay masks & herbal body oil
+ river access & hiking
+ daily yoga & meditation
+ ample space to play, rest & recharge
ACCOMMODATIONS
13 foot bell tent
one inflatable queen bed provided for an individual, couple or we can add an additional single cot to the space if you'd like to share a tent with someone while still having your own bed
12 by 14 wall tent
one inflatable queen bed provided for an individual, couple or we can add an additional single cot to the space if you'd like to share a tent with someone while still having your own bed
16 foot bell tent
two inflatable queen beds provided (shared space - 2 couples or 2 individuals)
12 by 14 wall tent
two inflatable queen beds provided (shared space - 2 couples or 2 individuals)
10 by 10 cabin tent
perfect for the solo adventurerer or a couple
SET UP YOUR OWN TENT
If you're on a budget and want to save a few bucks, you're welcome to pitch your own tent for the weekend. You would be responsible to bring all of your own gear!
INVESTMENT
** one glamping tent left for either a couple or an individual **
I will be capping registration for the retreat once this is filled unless I can coordinate another tent arrangement for our yoga practice that can accommodate a few more people... stay tuned.
BRING YOUR OWN TENT & GEAR SET UP
$500
SHARED GLAMPING TENT
(includes couples sharing a bed)
$560
per person
PRIVATE GLAMPING TENT
(limited)
$615
YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR -
+ bringing your own yoga mat (and props if you have them)
+ your travel expenses to get to & from the retreat
+ any additional/specific snacks you'd like to have on hand
CANCELLATION POLICY
Please be sure you will be able to attend before you submit your payment. The total payment is due by July 30th.
- If you cancel before June 1st, I will send back your payment minus $100 for processing & admin fees. It takes a lot of time & coordination on my end to make this happen so thank you for understanding!
- If you cancel on or between June 1st - June 15th, you get a 50% refund.
- If you cancel on or between June 16th - July 15th, you get a 25% refund.
- Due to the nature of retreat centers’ refund policies & hiring outside support for this retreat to take place, I cannot offer any refunds, transfers or credits for cancellations for any reason on or after July 16th, 2024. Thank you for your consideration with this policy as so much time and heart go into planning retreats!
ABOUT YOUR HOSTS
Hi! I'm Mackenzie. I've been teaching yoga regularly for about 4 years now and practicing for about 15. Yoga has been a life changing practice and a grounding anchor through every season of my life. I feel honored and deeply on purpose sharing this beautiful practice with people.
I offer flows that are grounded yet fluid, strong yet soft, both creative and structured. I continuously weave in metaphors about ways we can take our practice off the mat into our every day lives. Asana, the physical practice of yoga, is just one element of yoga to explore. I am passionate about teaching yoga as a way of life... not just a physical movement practice.
I teach regularly at the Bellingham Yoga Collective. If you've never been to this studio and want to try out my class before signing up for the retreat, reach out to me and I can get you into my class for the first time free! And if you are curious about the other work I offer in the world, check out the rest of my website... thanks for being here.
YOUR CHEF & FAERIE GOD MOTHER
for the weekend
Rosey is a dear friend of mine who's driving in from Montana to help support the retreat. I am so excited to have her energy & presence with us! This woman is the embodiment of magic, pure love, laughter & authenticity. She will be present all weekend offering up her bomb chefing gifts... nourishing our bodies, hearts & souls through her food & presence.
As a business owner & birth doula, Rosey is passionate about human connection, community & nourishing ourselves through nature. If you have any questions or specific requests around food, don't hesitate to reach out. We will make sure you are taken care of.
SAMPLE SCHEDULE
this flow is not set in stone
FRIDAY
1-3pm - Arrival - Settle & Ground on the Land
4pm Gather for Opening Circle
Yoga Practice
Dinner
Fire, Story & Song
Sauna
SATURDAY
Yoga Practice
Breakfast
Optional Guided Activity or
Free Time
Lunch
Free Time
Restorative Yoga
Dinner
Fire, Evening Activity
Sauna
SUNDAY
Sauna
Yoga
Breakfast
Free Time/Pack Up
Lunch
2pm Closing Circle
WHAT TO BRING
PLEASE PACK
+ yoga mat/props if you have them
+ water bottle
+ a towel to sweat on in the sauna
+ clean towel for bathing/river dipping
+ bathing suit
+ layers
+ headlamp
+ plate, bowl, mug & utensils
+ any soaps/shampoos need to be biodegradable
OPTIONAL / RECOMMENDED
+ your own tent & gear if you're not staying in a glamping tent
+ hammock
+ bug spray
+ sunscreen
+ journal / book
+ additional toilet paper
+ hiking shoes
+ blanket/tapestry to lay on outside
+ sun hat
+ instrument
THE FOLLOWING WILL BE PROVIDED
+ clean drinking water available on site
+ pillows & linens available in all glamping tents
+ Dr. Bronners Peppermint soap, salt scrubs, herbal body oil available in the outdoor shower
+ toilet paper provided in 2 porta potties on site
+ garbage disposal
+ battery packs available at each tent site
+ lights available in each tent
GETTING TO THE PROPERTY
I will send out driving directions & instructions a couple weeks leading up to the retreat once you've reserved your spot & submitted payment. Please note that you need 4WD/AWD to get to the property. If that's not possible for you, please let me know!
The property is 90 minutes east of Seattle, 30 minutes from Cle Elum Lake.
FAQ
What's the bathroom situation?
We are Glamping!!! There are two porta potties available on the property. I know it's not the most ideal bathroom situation, but with everything else the property offers, it was not a deal breaker. You're welcome to pee outside. There is a beautiful outdoor shower & sauna available as well.
Can I bring alcohol or drugs?
Please do not bring alcohol to the retreat. This is a space to lean into deeper connection with yourself, the earth, your yoga practice, and others at the retreat. If you have a good relationship with cannabis and want to bring that into your experience, I ask that you do so mindfully & intentionally. If you are a smoker, I will ask that you do that far away from any food, sleeping or yoga practice environment. Please leave all other substances at home.
What kind of yoga will we be practicing?
I will be teaching a strong & slow vinyasa style practice. On Saturday evening, I will be offering a more restorative/yin & meditation practice.
What if I have to arrive late or leave early?
I would really love for everyone to be able to arrive before 4pm on Friday for the opening circle & leave after the closing circle completes on Sunday at 2:30pm.
Is there cell reception on the property?
There is decent cell service on the property. I will have my phone on while people are making their way to the property in case anyone needs to get a hold of me. I am going to encourage everyone to turn their phones off or leave them on airplane mode for the entirety of the retreat. If you need to have your phone on to be in communication with anyone, you are obviously welcome to, please just be mindful of how this impacts your experience and the rest of the group.
OTHER QUESTIONS?
Email contact@mackenzie-rae.com and I would be happy to answer them!
Also, if you've never taken a yoga class with me and are interested in coming on the retreat but want to try out my class first, come take a class with me at the Bellingham Yoga Collective. If you've never been to BYC, please let me know and I can get you into one of my classes for your first time free.