7 Days Yoga Retreat in New Mexico

Mabel Dodge Luhan House, also known as Big House and St. Teresa House, is a house in Taos, New Mexico, United States. It was a home of artist Mabel Dodge Luhan and was a haven for artists and writers.

The Mabel Dodge Luhan House truly unique historic hotem with offers 21 rooms that are individually furnished with one-of-a-kind furniture and decor. Some rooms have their own fireplace and views of the mountains or the Taos Pueblo. Much of the construction retains the original adobe, which invites you to soak in the permanence and organic ambiance of a place that was constructed by hand and inspiration.

During your stay at the Mabel Dodge Luhan House, expect to enjoy warm adobe charm, early century elegance, traditional arched doorways, kiva fireplaces, carved pillars, a welcoming hearth, relaxed ambiance, panoramic view, a labyrinth, quiet patios, and tree-lined acequia. All within walking distance to the center of town.

Daily activities

In this retreat, you will have daily yoga and meditation sessions as well as some other activities such as contemplative journaling, sacred circle (establishing sacred space and community), sanga, dharma talks, deep listening, storytelling, ceremony and ritual based on spiritual and cultural traditions, and there will be one evening off to explore Taos and experience the local cuisine.

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  Raye Lynn Rath

  Yoga Alliance E-RYT 500 (Anusara Yoga)

  Raye Lynn received her first certification at The Yoga Institute in 1993. She received her Anusara Yoga Teacher Certification in 2001, and is registered with the Yoga Alliance at the 500-hour ERYT level.

Located on the border of the Taos Pueblo lands, the location is quiet and restful, yet is still an easy ten minute walk to the center of Taos. Rich in history, authentic in architecture, The Mabel Dodge Luhan House has been a center of Taos arts and education for nearly 100 years. You will experience the rustic and relaxing ambience that makes the Mabel Dodge Luhan house an artistic salon of the Southwest.

An assortment of freshly brewed coffee, teas, and juice awaits the early arising guests eager to start the morning. Awaken to the hearty aroma of freshly baked breakfast rolls and a gourmet breakfast to provide sustenance for the day of exploring Taos or participating in the workshops. Summer and fall offer the special treat of garden raised or locally obtained produce.

Workshop participants are provided meals on site in accordance to the workshop presenters’ schedule. While some presenters choose to have three meals a day served at the house, others prefer breakfast and lunch so that their participants have an opportunity to enjoy fine dining at the many and varied restaurants of Taos.

Sample meals

Lunch

• Pissaldiere
• Tomato bisque served with croutons
• Mixed baby greens and Dijon vinaigrette
• Iced herbal tea, lemonade, coffee, ice water
• Carrot cake

Dinner

• Grilled chicken cutlets in tomatillo-chipolte sauce
• Herbed rice
• Whole wheat tortillas
• Squash stew
• Sonoran salad
• Mexican chocolate Cake

• 3 daily meals
• 6 nights accommodation
• Ceremony and ritual
• Contemplative journaling
• Daily yoga and meditation session
• Deep listening and storytelling
• Explore Taos square, Pueblo, and local cuisine
• Sacred circle, sanga, and dharma talks
• Silence and mantra
• Walking meditation and labyrinth

Arrival by bus

All of the large bus companies service Taos area. From Albuquerque, a local charter bus service (Twin Hearts Express) is also available with a reservation.

Arrival by taxi

When you arrive in Taos and need additional in-town travel, please call Faust Taxi Service.