September 25 – 29, 2024
Our new 4-night California yoga and wellness retreat is set in the beautiful Ojai Valley surrounded by orchards and vineyards.
This mini-retreat is hosted at a private hacienda-style luxury estate just outside the charming, artsy town of Ojai. Practice yoga and connect to the rhythms of nature. Enjoy a convivial atmosphere with a small group and balanced with personal time, in an unhurried, welcoming space. The retreat is the ultimate R&R: rest, relaxation, recreation, and return home renewed.
Ojai is known as a haven for creatives, spiritual seekers, and those who enjoy healthy living. There is an easy-going feel about the walkable downtown with Spanish-style architecture. Visit the boutique shops, art galleries, and popular farmers market.
Yoga sessions include revitalizing vinyasa and restorative yin. Participants can expect to destress the body and mind, and experience calm and centeredness. Classes are held on an open-air outdoor platform and are taught for mixed levels of experience.
Come escape the hustle of life at a sanctuary-like retreat in the Ojai Valley. We stay at a property designed around expansive indoor/outdoor spaces ideal for a variety of activities. This unique haven is also the perfect place to relax in ultimate privacy and tranquility.
We stay at a private luxury estate situated on five acres framing the great Topa Topa Mountains and surrounded by miles of orchards and farmland. It is a 10-minute drive to downtown Ojai.
The property features:
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Each uniquely designed guest suite has a private ensuite bathroom and a king-sized bed (one room has a queen bed) and window seat with pillows. Rooms accommodate 1 or 2 people.
$2,800 single room
$2,500 per person shared double room
The second house on the property has two bedrooms (one BR has a king bed; the other BR has one queen bed), one bathroom with a full kitchen, large outdoor living patios which include a hanging bed with the perfect view of the Topa Topa Mountain Range and its famous pink sunset moment. Rooms accommodate 1 or 2 people.
$2,800 single room
$2,500 per person shared double room
Included in the California Yoga Retreat:
Not Included in the retreat:
The nearest airport to Ojai is Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) which is about a 75-minute drive (34 miles away) and Los Angeles (LAX) is a 90-minute drive (60 miles).
To travel to Ojai it is recommended to arrive by car. If you are open to ride-sharing (as driver or passenger) please let us know when you sign up for the retreat.
After signing up for the retreat you’ll receive more details about getting to the property.
The retreat leader and yoga teacher is Sandra Tedeschi. The morning classes will be a mix of conditioning movements and vinyasa flow to revitalize one’s energy, enhance flexibility and mobility, and build strength.
Afternoon classes will be restorative yoga, meditation, breathwork, and other non-asana practices.
Each class is specifically sequenced around a theme based on the Hatha and Tantra traditions.
Classes are structured so that participants may learn and advance their practice. All levels of yoga experience are welcome, from beginners to more seasoned practitioners.
Daily brunches are included; other meals are not included. For dinners, we will have a more casual style and that is, we will coordinate group dinners together. This can be eating at a restaurant in town, ordering in, picnics, and having fun preparing a delicious, wholesome meal together. Guests are free to use the property’s kitchen or visit one of the fabulous cafes and restaurants in town. The house kitchen is stocked with a chef’s dream amenities! Closer to the retreat date we will share ideas to organize before arrival.
Ojai town is full of farm-fresh dining opinions, art galleries, premium boutiques and shopping, and local wine tastings. Visit the farmer’s market or pamper yourself with a spa treatment.
There is an array of activities to do in the surrounding mountains. Explore the outdoors hiking in the Los Padres National Forest, mountain or e-biking, horseback riding, and on a sight-seeing adventure Jeep Tour along winding country roads with stunning vistas.
The Krishnamurti Educational Center is worth a visit in the mountains above Ojai. It was once the home of the yogi philosopher and author J. Krishnamurti.
We will plan outings and activities together or explore on your own. There is plenty to see and do in the area. As well, the beauty of the retreat setting welcomes you stay and enjoy leisurely time around the pool or gardens.
Ojai Valley has a Mediterranean climate; hot, dry summers and a cool, crisp winter season. September is an ideal month to visit when temperatures average 84° F / 55° F. A year-round paradise, Ojai is an idyllic place to visit if you are looking to recenter and unwind in a peaceful, nature setting.
Due to the exclusivity of the property where the retreat is held, the number of participants is limited to 12 persons. There are two single rooms and five double rooms available. All rooms must be booked with a minimum of 10 persons for the retreat to be confirmed.
A non-refundable US $1,800 deposit is required to confirm participation in the retreat.
Full payment is due no later than July 15, 2024. Should you need to cancel your reservation at any time, for whatever reason, no refund or credit can be provided unless a replacement is found. If a replacement is found your payment can be refunded less $150 fee or 100% of your payment can be used as a credit to another retreat within one year. No refund will be given for arriving late or departing the retreat early or for meals/activities in which one does not participate.
In the unlikely event Vajra Sol needs to cancel the retreat for a non-force majeure reason, a full refund will be given.
If force majeure (e.g. pandemic, natural disaster, government travel restrictions, etc.) causes a retreat to be canceled we will offer alternative dates to reschedule the retreat within one year. In this case, there is no refund of payments when a retreat cannot be held due to causes beyond our control.
Purchasing trip insurance is recommended for coverage of any unplanned changes that may occur before or during your trip, such as trip cancelation, delayed flights, lost luggage, emergency medical assistance, and more.
To receive the complete retreat details, ask questions, or check on availability.
Every detail was taken care of – Great combination of yoga, touring, wonderful food and accommodations and plenty of extras! First trip and likely not the last!
Mark, Idaho
The planning for our adventures was exhaustive & flawless while the yoga was threaded into every moment. Sandra teaches that yoga is not just about the asana or what you do on your mat. It’s a way of life worth living with others. As for the accommodations, food & service – everything was top notch.
Christina, Labrador, CanadaThis was my third retreat with Sandra, I have been to Costa Rica twice and enjoyed my retreats so much there. I again traveled solo to this retreat and felt safe and confident the entire time. If you’re looking for a superbly organized adventure, mixed with spirituality and fun then do yourself a favour and go on retreat with Vajra Sol!
Nicole, California
