3 Day Luxury Yoga, Hiking, and Breathwork Retreat in Saratoga Springs, New York, USA
Luxury Yoga, Hiking, and Breathwork Retreat in New York, USA
Join Vita Pura Yoga for an incredible weekend of yoga, hiking and breathwork held in the historical charm of Saratoga Springs, NY. Spend 3 magical days in a plush Victorian mansion surrounded by lush gardens and a private swimming pool. Unplug, disconnect, release stress and gain abundant health, clarity and spiritual purpose.
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Highlights
- Guided hiking with Hatha yoga on the trail
- Breathwork, meditation and forest bathing in nature
- Taste the famous healing mineral springs in Saratoga
- Work with highly experienced yoga teachers and guides
- Small groups - meet some amazing new people!
- 2 nights accommodation in a luxury private room (each unique!)
- Wholesome chef's breakfast and lunch
- One-of-a-kind historical mansion setting
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
Accommodation
Facilities
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
- Air-conditioned public areas
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Dining area
- Fireplace
- Garden
- Kitchen
- Lounge
- Meditation garden
- Picnic area
- Restaurant
- Smoke-free property
- Terrace
- Yoga deck
- Free bicycle
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Laundry
Relax in your own private room in a luxurious Victorian mansion
- Upgraded, suite-style private rooms with full bath
- Historical charm and unique decor at every turn
- Every room is unique, no two are the same!
- Large common room, fireplace, and a private swimming pool on site
Union Gables calls you back to classic hospitality surrounded by the charm and beauty of Saratoga Springs. A Victorian mansion turned upscale bed and breakfast, here, you will find classic charm at every turn that harkens back to when hotel design was an art. No two rooms are the same as each are uniquely curated to stand out for their beauty.
Take a stroll through beautifully landscaped gardens on your way to the private pool, or relax and enjoy a cup of tea on the massive wrap around porch. Outside, you'll find beautiful parks and all the rich excitement of downtown Saratoga Springs just a short walk away.
This beautiful abode plays host to your restoration and transformation during the retreat. Stay in a large, gorgeously decorated private king room with a fireplace and lush historical charm.
Program
This totally unique retreat blends a luxury setting with nature immersion and a powerful yoga practice to help charge you to the fullest. Discover your peaceful center with guided hiking through soft forest trails. Meditate near a waterfall, walk barefoot on the earth and discover the magic of Upstate New York!
Did they mention that every yoga session takes place in a new, beautiful spot in nature? Join a retreat unlike any other and remind yourself just how amazing your life can be!
- Enjoy a perfectly balanced itinerary
- Short, 3-day stay designed to recharge you fully
- Daily yoga and breathwork deep dives
- Daily gentle hiking of 2-4 miles
Preview your adventure with Vita Pura Yoga
During the retreat, you'll enjoy your own plushly decorated, private room in a 100-year-old mansion turned upscale inn, perfectly situated right in the charming heart of Saratoga Springs. Nourish the body and delight the senses with a delicious new, chef-created breakfast and lunch each day.
In a few short days, give yourself the total mind / body refresh you need with restorative Hatha yoga, energizing breathwork, and gorgeous New York hiking.
A deeper look at your journey...
At this magical, soul-filled, 3-day retreat you'll awaken your spirit with gentle, classical Hatha yoga classes held outdoors in one of the nation's most beautiful state parks. Release stress, anxiety, and tension as you let go of emotional baggage with masterful breathwork instruction.
Allow the healing properties of nature to wash over you and strip away your worries with mindful hiking and forest bathing each day. Perhaps even treat yourself with a massage or mineral bath at the famous Roosevelt Spa nearby. Regardless of your age or level, this is a retreat that inspires fresh joy and new energy for life in every way.
If you're burning out, spinning your wheels, and know you need time to come to center, this is your retreat. Or If you're already on the yogic path and yearn for a deeper understanding of breathwork, this is your university. Here, Vita Pura Yoga will give you a blissful yoga and wellness experience that will leave you feeling refreshed, nourished, and renewed for months to come.
Discover your perfect peace
You deserve to feel whole, complete, and empowered. You deserve to leap over life's challenges with grace and ease. At this retreat, Vita Pura Yoga will give you the tools.
This retreat is for successful individuals who recognize the importance of a spiritual practice in their daily life. Whether you are new to yoga or a lifelong yogi, they work only with students who are ready to embrace growth and change.
This yoga and hiking retreat is perfect for you if:
- You're a successful, busy professional who understands the value of taking time to recharge
- You're going through a big life transition (new career, new relationship, etc.) and want to begin this chapter with spiritual alignment
- You're experiencing a "dark night of the soul," a period of change or loss and want discover your peace and purpose once again
- You're recently more motivated to shift your life in the direction of health, wellness and spirituality
- You're looking for a once in a lifetime retreat in New York, and want to be guided through a unique, luxury transformational journey
Daily workshops: Transformational yoga and breathwork
Dive into an ancient yoga practice kept true to its Eastern roots. Daily classical Hatha yoga workshops provide the key to unlocking peace, health, and serenity. Move energy and release stress with powerful pranayama (breathwork) techniques.
Work through the various systems of the body as you develop a deeper understanding and communication with your inner self. Each session takes place in beautiful grassy gardens on Saratoga Spa State Park. Dip your toes in the cool grass, listen to the sound of birds and fresh mineral springs, and feel that thing you yearn for - deep, lasting peace.
Daily hiking: Mindful hiking and forest bathing
Explore the surrounding woods and trails of Saratoga State Park, a 1000-acre wonderland of fresh mineral springs, intersecting trails, beautiful meadows, and glorious trees. Immerse your senses in the natural world and let the stress fall away with ease.
Unplug and tune into the harmonic vibration of nature. Hikes culminate with a gentle, guided outdoor yoga and meditation session amidst the surrounding forest to create total alignment and serenity. The hiking is designed to be gentle and accessible for all ages and levels.
Experience deep connection
When you undertake the yogic journey, you embark on a journey towards a grand reunion - the reunion of the material self with your spiritual self. Embark on this journey towards wholeness with a group of dedicated, like-minded peers who have a tendency to become family by the trip's end. They keep their groups small and intimate to facilitate deep, lasting friendships. Come and meet your soul family.
A weekend to heal and inspire with hiking, yoga, and breathwork
Day 1 - Welcome to Saratoga Springs!
- 16:00 Check-in at Union Gables Inn
- 16:15 Meet and greet
- 16:30 Sunset stroll and intention setting
- 17:00 Hatha yoga and breathwork in the park
- 18:30 Free time to settle in and grab dinner
Day 2 - Awaken your energy
- 08:00 Chef's breakfast
- 09:00 Guided hiking and mineral spring tasting in Saratoga Park
- 11:00 Hatha yoga by the creek
- 12:30 Quick break to freshen up
- 13:00 Chef-created private lunch
- 14:30 Short rest - Pool time and journaling
- 16:00 Guided hiking and forest bathing
- 17:00 Yoga on the trail!
- 18:30 Free time to relax and grab dinner
Day 3 - Full circle
- 08:00 Chef's breakfast
- 09:00 Breathwork in the garden
- 09:30 Morning Hatha yoga
- 10:30 Closing reflection, shares, and goodbyes
- 11:00 Check-out
This itinerary is subject to minor changes based upon seasonality, weather, and group needs.
Included excursions
Guided hiking in Saratoga State Park with yoga on the trail!
- Daily walks in beautiful nearby parks
- Outdoor yoga sessions in nature
- Mineral spring tasting in the state park
Instructors
Rich Kreig
Rich's journey into the world of yoga began with his meditation practice, which he developed to find balance amidst the demands of a busy professional career while raising a growing family. As he deepened his practice, he experienced the transformative power of yoga (for him a major career pivot) which ultimately inspired him to share its profound effects with others.
Retreat location
Welcome to the "most charming village in New York" - Saratoga Springs
- Small, vibrant historical town in Upstate NY (just 3 hours North of NYC!)
- Upscale, classic neighborhood feel with lush, green parks
- Safe, inviting, and healthy natural vibe
Saratoga Springs is one of those special getaway spots where everything is just, well, pretty close to perfect. The city's lovely tree-lined streets and grand old Victorians, porch swings swaying and gardens brimming with colorful flora bring to mind a gentler era. It is located only a quick three hours north of New York City and was one of the first destination escapes in the US.
Retreat guests stay in the very heart of Saratoga Spa Springs with the Congress Park and Saratoga Spa State Park each within a few minutes. Here, you will experience renowned natural beauty, performing arts, and Mineral Spring spas. Spread across the quaint town are numerous parks, amazing restaurants, wellness centers, a lovely lake and plenty of quiet places to disappear in nature.
During free time, there is much to do and see! Relax at the Lincoln Mineral Baths, window shop in town, and then disappear into nature for a gorgeous hike. One of the oldest tourist destinations in the United States, Saratoga offers ample attractions for all types. The only drawback is you may never want to leave.
Distances
- New York City - 3 hours
Food
Nourish your body with a wholesome chef's breakfast and lunch
- Breakfast favorites include farm-to-table eggs, omelets, avocado toast, fresh fruit, parfeit, and more
- For lunch, enjoy delightful salads, grilled steak or chicken, tacos, homemade soups, and more
- Meals are prepared by a private chef and custom-made. All dietary restrictions are supported here
A delicious, chef-created daily breakfast and lunch are provided each day. Union Gables offers a creative and diverse array of wholesome favorites. They truly believe in serving their guests and work with you while you stay, learning your favorites and even creating new dishes based on special requests.
Enjoy attentive and personalized service from the caring staff and dishes that complement the nourishing retreat experience, prepared using locally sourced and seasonal ingredients whenever possible.
In the evenings, dinners are left open for you to venture out and explore the abundance of incredible local restaurants, many of which are within a few minutes walk.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Organic
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
- Whole food
Things to do (optional)
- Private yoga session (1-on-1)
- Spa treatments
- Arts and boutique shopping
- Local farmers market
- Dining at local restaurants
Book a spa treatment at the nearby famous Roosevelt Baths and Spa
Naturally, a spa destined to serve generations with healing experiences would evolve at such a powerful place as Saratoga Springs NY, a haven infused with history and hydrotherapy.
Established in 1935, the Roosevelt Baths and Spa Saratoga Springs spa resort opened thanks to President Franklin Roosevelt's visionary act to preserve the Saratoga Springs. Authentic and historic, today the Roosevelt Baths and Spa offers a transforming hydrotherapy spa experience with natural healing treatments, performed by an attentive staff known for caring and quality of service.
Transformation begins with a private soak in Saratoga's naturally effervescent water. Guests will discover a delightfully buoyant quality to the mineral water and revel in Saratoga's signature brand of aquatic bliss. The mineral water is captured cold from underground springs, then mixed with warm freshwater to a neutral temperature for maximum benefits.
The Roosevelt Baths and Spa offers 42 original treatment rooms. These treatments are not included with the retreat but can easily be booked at extra cost. Please call the spa directly to book.
- Mineral baths
- Massages
- Facials
- Body treatments
What's included
- 2 nights accommodation in a private room at Union Gables Inn
- Daily breakfast and lunch
- Daily Hatha yoga sessions outdoors
- Daily breathwork sessions
- Guided hiking and forest bathing
- Beautiful outdoor state park setting
- Special retreat gift basket
- Powerful connections with like-minded individuals
What's not included
- Airfare
- Airport transfer
- Dinner (free time in the evenings to explore great local restaurants!)
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Newark Liberty International Airport
267 km
Transfer not provided
LaGuardia Airport
256 km
Transfer not provided
John F. Kennedy International Airport
271 km
Transfer not provided
Albany International Airport
36 km
Transfer not provided
Arrival by airplane
Please arrange your flight to arrive at Albany International Airport (ALB), LaGuardia Airport (LGA), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), or John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
Enjoy easy access from Albany Airport! For the closet airport, please book your flight to arrive at Albany International Airport (ALB). Transfer is not included. The inn is a quick 30-minute drive from the airport. There are Ubers and private taxis available, along with the Amtrak Train.
Arrival by train
You can also take the train from NYC! Leave the car behind and enjoy a peaceful train ride via the Amtrak from NYC, with a drop-off point in central Saratoga Springs.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 15% 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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