3-Day Wellness & Yoga Reset in the Canadian Rockies

The retreat takes place at Chimney Rock Ranch Retreat Centre, a property in the Porcupine Hills about 1.5 hours south of Calgary. The land has a long history—the Chimney Rock formation visible from the lodge was an ancient vision quest site for native peoples, and the area is said to have healing qualities. The ranch itself is a working retreat venue, comfortable and low-fuss, set in a quiet valley that feels far from everything.

Each day follows a similar rhythm, built around the tradition of Sun Salutations in the morning and Moon Salutations in the evening. Mornings start with pranayama before breakfast, then an all-levels yoga class that includes a sun salutation flow. The mid-morning session focuses on inversions—Manogyan guides you safely toward headstands and similar poses, if your health allows, with a focus on building both physical strength and mental resilience.

Afternoons are quieter. There's a silent hour (maun vrat) with a mindful walking practice, then a longer walk and hike where you'll do mantra chanting and pranayama, including the vibration of "Om" and other traditional mantras. The evening brings a grounding moon salutation sequence, followed by Tratak meditation (concentrating on a candle flame) or yoga nidra, a guided relaxation that induces deep rest. The last evening is set aside for sharing stories and getting to know the other participants.

Manogyan brings a background of holistic yoga—combining pranayama, mantra, mudra, and asanas—and has been developing this retreat over the past three years. She's known for a warm, attentive teaching style, offering thoughtful modifications and creating a safe space for everyone from beginners to advanced practitioners. Reviews of her classes repeatedly mention feeling peaceful, strong, and centered afterward.

Optional add-ons are available for a more personalized experience, including tarot card reading, past life regression, hypnotherapy, grief counselling, and Ayurvedic treatments like Shirodhara and Abhyanga massages. Airport pickup and drop-off can also be arranged, including a return transfer for €93 per person.

What's included

- Welcome drink - Specialized workshops - Daily yoga classes - Daily meditation classes - Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day - Daily pranayama classes - Transportation during the retreat - Pre and post retreat support from our team - Wifi connection - Professional event photos - Parking - Accommodation - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals - Nature hikes with a trusted guide

What's not included

- Flights costs - Travel insurance - Visa fee - Additional treatments