Desert New Moon Yoga Retreat with Star Gazing in the Mojave

The retreat takes place at Gaia Villa, a six-bedroom house in Yucca Valley, right at the entrance to Joshua Tree National Park. You'll have plenty of space to spread out, but the design of the weekend encourages the group to come together for meals on the outdoor patio, evening practices in the yoga pavilion, and storytelling around the boulder fire pit at night.

Mornings start with a vinyasa practice in the outdoor pavilion or the indoor studio, depending on the weather. Rima's classes combine classic Krishnamacharya-lineage yoga with insights from her physical therapy practice, so you'll get a workout that's attentive to alignment and longevity. After practice, brunch is served, often in the form of leftovers from the previous night's dinner, so nothing goes to waste.

Afternoons are completely unstructured. You could drive into the park, hike among the boulders, read by the pool, or take a nap in your room. Rima sometimes organizes optional group excursions to nearby attractions, and this retreat includes a Sound Bath at the Integratron, a short drive away.

Evenings bring everyone back together. There's a grounding yoga session in the early evening, then a shared dinner cooked by a private chef. After dinner, the fire pit is a natural gathering place. On clear nights (which are most nights here), you'll have a telescope or just your eyes to take in the Milky Way.

What's included

- 3 nights accommodation at Gaia Villa - 3 daily meals (brunch and dinner, with snacks) - Daily yoga classes (twice daily) - Meditation and breath work sessions - Sound Bath at the Integratron - Group excursions and activities - Specialized workshops - Star Gazing Experience on-site - Water, tea, and coffee throughout the day - Use of all property amenities (pool, jacuzzi, cold plunge) - Parking and wifi

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Flights costs - Travel insurance - Optional personal expenses - Extra meals or snacks outside provided meals - Spa treatments (if any)