Ratna Ling Retreat Center, Estados Unidos

A group and personal retreat center north of San Francisco in the redwood forests of Sonoma County. Grounded in the wisdom traditions of Tibetan Buddhism.

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Kimberly Millard

Kimberly Millard, 500 RYT, discovered yoga when she was living in chronic pain and emotionally lost. She believes one must descend into the deep and dark places of the soul to find the light. Based on this, her classes are built from a foundation of compassion and encouragement to discover the mysteries that lie within. She teaches with the intention to serve and aim to anchor the ancient teachings of yoga into modern life so that they may be useful tools as you traverse down into the light. She is currently studying Yoga Therapy at Loyola Marymount University.

Nikki Estrada

She has more than 20 years of teaching experience and has been leading 200 and 300-hour teaching training. She is YA500hr E-RYT and was Director of Trainer Development for YogaWorks where she supported and mentored teacher trainers. She leads intensives, immersions, and workshop series in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. She contributes to Yoga International where you can find her articles and videos. Nikki was an Athleta Ambassador for embodying the Power of She, was sponsored by Zobha, has presented at Yoga Journal conferences, and was voted the best yoga teacher by Marin Magazine.

Melina Meza

Melina Meza is a pioneer in the field of yoga, nutrition, and Ayurvedic health, sharing her knowledge with yogis around the world for more than 25 years. She is the creator of Seasonal Vinyasa Yoga, a holistic practice that features lifestyle, diet, and yoga practices tailored to the rhythms of the four seasons to help people stay healthy as they age. Her passion for nature, the five elements, beauty, and humor forge the foundation of her unique approach to well-being.

Baxter Bell

He has been actively deepening his understanding of the power of yoga since making the stress-reducing move from a career as a busy family doctor to that of a yoga teacher and medical acupuncturist. Baxter is a graduate of the Piedmont Yoga Studio’s 18-month Advanced Studies Program, and served as Director of PYS’s Deep Yoga Program for many years, teaching the Experiential Anatomy, Yoga Technique, and Yoga Methodology portions of that training. Baxter is a Certified Yoga Therapist and a co-founder and a past contributing writer for the blog Yoga for Healthy Aging.

Nicole Griffin

Nicole Griffin is a teacher, coach, writer, and retreat leader. She is a caring and transformative guide, blending genuine expertise with warmth and compassion. Nicole’s calming presence and gentle guidance create a safe space, guiding you to find relaxation, inner strength, and self-awareness. Passionate about mindful living, growth, and exploration, she curates transformative journeys for those seeking meaningful connections. As a guide, mentor, and friend, Nicole leaves a lasting impact, empowering others to explore self-discovery and well-being.

Melody Hopkins

After attending massage therapy school in 2002 she studied alternative medicine to have a deeper knowledge of herbs, Ayurvedic medicine and TCM. Shortly after her studies she became an esthetician. Melody has worked closely with acupuncturists, chiropractors and physical therapists. Working in conjunction with these professionals has deepened her understanding of the body as far as the benefits of manual manipulation, breath and encouraging an easeful nervous system. In 2017, Melody was reintroduced to the benefits of gua sha while learning to teach yoga at the Dhyana Center in Sebastopol, CA.

Dana Hancock

Dana Hancock is known for her soulful and creative Vinyasa classes. Each class with Dana features fun, sweaty sequences, great hands-on assists, spiritual teachings, music, and meditation. After many years of studying as a classically trained opera singer, musician, and composer, Dana sees yoga practice and teaching as an art form. She trained with master teachers Lesley Desaulniers from the Jivamukti Yoga tradition, and Nubia Teixeira from the Bhakti tradition. Dana was also certified in a Baptiste-style program, and she studied harmonium and chanting from Grammy-nominated singer Jai Uttal.

Felicia Evans

Felicia is a body-mind coach and 200-hour certified yoga teacher. She guides her students and clients to embrace their own unique individuality, inner wisdom, and strength within. Felicia encourages everyone she works with to embrace who they truly are and step away from the fears of not fitting in. She believes that life is too short to spend it judging yourself, and instead, you should use this human experience to be who you are.

Diana Stork

Diana Stork is an acclaimed harpist and a longtime Buddhist student and practitioner. She has shared her harp music for decades with Buddhist teachers, spiritual retreats, and a wide variety of healing and spiritual settings. Diana finds that she is devoting an increasing amount of her work with the harp, to the service of harmony and world peace.

Anonymous

from United States, March 2024

"Great spring refresher retreat. "

The instructor was exceptional. The facilities were beautiful.

Carol Beck Crosby

from United States, November 2023

"Wonderful experience "

Awesome experience connecting with beautiful powerful women. Jenn is a skillful Yogi, caring and inspirational. She gives modifications for each pose and helps one to become aware of their body and breath. Gorgeous acreage, surrounded by redwoods and nature. Modern, immaculate cottages provided everything you could possibly need. We will definitely return!

Renee Boatman

from United States, December 2019

"Amazing Experience"

The incredible and thorough teaching of yoga philosophy and movement was far beyond my expectations! Not to mention the journey of introspection and growth that happens organically within the atmosphere created by the amazing teachers. I honestly wouldn't have changed a thing.

Hilary Spaulding

from United States, November 2019

"Found my Joy!"

The whole training was amazing! The routine was challenging, the teachers were positive and encouraging and meeting the goal day after day brought me immense joy.

Angie Fredericks

from United States, November 2019

"Wonderful experience overall"

We loved the facilities, the food was amazing and the yoga and meditation was wonderful. The staff and volunteers were all so kind and loving. We would love to come back and spend more time there.

Leah Bassoff

from United States, May 2018

"Yoga retreat review"

The location is beautiful - quiet, peaceful, lovely flowers. The meditation room, reading room and outdoor area are all just lovely.

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Ratna Ling Retreat Center

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