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4 Day Nature, Meditation, and Yoga Retreat near Yosemite Valley
Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort, 6979A California, CA-140, Midpines, CA 95345, United States
Rejuvenating Yoga Retreat USA
Ready for a reset near one of the most beautiful national parks? Deepen your yoga and meditation practices, enjoy unlimited time in the resort spa, and visit the infamous Yosemite Valley! Enjoy delicious meals, relax in the hot tub or sauna, and experience the amazing outdoors. This 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 (breathwork) with a dedicated and experienced teacher.
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Christie
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Highlights
- Dharma talks
- Daily yoga and meditation
- Free time to visit the infamous Yosemite Valley
- Freshly made meals from the JuneBug Cafe
- Unlimited spa access and hiking trails
- 3 nights accommodation
- Coffee, tea, and water
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
4 days with instruction
Group size: 10-20 participants
Accommodation
Check-in Time:
15:00
Check-out Time:
11:00
During this retreat, you will be staying at Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort. You have the choice to stay in a rustic dorm, shared, or single rooms.
Program
Sample schedule
Subject to minor changes
Day 1
- 15:00 - 16:00 Arrival
- 17:00 Opening ceremony + Yoga and meditation
- 18:30 Dinner
Day 2
- 08:00 Vinyasa yoga and meditation
- 09:30 Breakfast
- Free time - Visit Yosemite Valley, relax in the spa, explore, and more
- 12:30 Lunch (If you are going to the Valley request a packed lunch at breakfast)
- 18:30 Dinner
- 20:00 Dharma talk or Yoga Nidra
Day 3
- 08:00 Vinyasa yoga and meditation
- 09:30 Breakfast
- Free time- Visit Yosemite Valley, relax in the spa, explore, and more
- 12:30 Lunch (If you are going to the Valley request a packed lunch at breakfast)
- 18:30 Dinner
- 20:00 Meditation with Restorative yoga
Day 4
- 08:00 Farewell yoga and meditation
- 09:00 Breakfast
- 10:00 Check out of the dorm
- 11:00 Check out of other rooms
- Lunch - Anytime. You can even take it to go with you!
Note
Christie Pitko Yoga encourages all levels of practitioners, from beginners to advance, to join the retreat. Please do have basic yoga knowledge. They recommend taking several Vinyasa classes before attending.
Instructors
Christie Pitko
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Christie Pitko, E-RYT-500, began practicing yoga in 2001, and since then, it has healed her spirit and ignited creativity. She teaches alignment-based Vinyasa flow and enjoys helping students stay curious about the inner landscape of their bodies and minds. Christie received her 200-hour teaching certificate in 2011 from the White Lotus Foundation and 300-hour advanced training in 2015 at Barefoot Movement. She continues her studies with Annie Carpenter and SmartFLOW yoga. She enjoys hosting yoga retreats in California and abroad. She is also passionate about the power of daily meditation.
Retreat location
Under a grove of oak and pine in our own small valley with a stream, the Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort offers a magical scene with cabins on stilts dotting the mountainside where walking is part of the experience.
This old camp dates from the 1930s and they now offer private hotel-style rooms in cabins, tent cabins, hostel cabins, house rentals along with group facilities, a health spa, and a highly regarded restaurant. You will encounter backpackers, young families, and outdoor adventurers in this fun place just 27 miles downstream from Yosemite Valley itself.
Food
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served at the June Bug Cafe. Packed lunches are available by request when you are going to the Yosemite Valley!
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
Things to do (optional)
- Massage therapy
- Aromatherapy soaks
What's included
- 3 nights accommodations
- Freshly made meals
- Packed lunches are available by request when you are going to the Yosemite Valley
- Daily yoga - Mix of alignment-based Vinyasa flow and Restorative yoga
- Daily meditation - Mindful guided meditations
- Unlimited spa access - Enjoy the hot tub and sauna at the resort
- Dharma Talks - How can we take yoga off the mat and into our world?
- Coffee, tea, water - Available all-day
- Towels, linens, soap - Your room will have towels, linens, soap, and shampoo
- Hiking trails - The Yosemite Bug has a couple of trails that start on their land
- Community kitchen - Separate from the dining room. Use this if you want to store snacks, or if you come early, stay late, and more
What's not included
- Airfare
- Travel insurance
- Transportation to the Yosemite Bug
- Transport to Yosemite
- Alcoholic beverages
- Additional spa services such as massage
How to get there
Recommended Airports
FAT
Fresno Yosemite International Airport
91 km
Transfer not provided
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT). Christie Pitko Yoga recommends renting a car.
Arrival by bus
One way is to take the YARTS scenic bus, which picks up at the Bug and takes you directly to the park. Christie Pitko Yoga has personally done this and really enjoyed it. The ride is about an hour and 20 minutes due to the stops the bus makes, but the ride felt much shorter because it is visually stunning!
Christie Pitko Yoga recommends purchasing ahead of time. As it gets closer to the retreat, they will suggest a couple of times that they can take the bus as a group. The price is 21 USD roundtrip and includes park admission. Note that the walk from your room at the Bug to the bus stop is about 15 minutes.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 40% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
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