Fall Equinox Sound Healing & Kundalini Yoga Weekend in Upstate New York

The retreat takes place at Holistic Horizons at Fiddlehead Grove Retreat and Healing Center, set on forested land near West Monroe, New York. The property features woodland trails, gardens, ponds, and two labyrinths—one classical and one a replica of the Chartres labyrinth. The whole place is fragrance-free, and smoking, vaping, and alcohol are not allowed, which helps keep the atmosphere clean and calm. You'll be staying in simple, comfortable rooms, some in a treetop studio called the Eagle's Nest, where the sounds of birds and rain on the tin roof become part of the experience.

Host Cathleen Kelly has over forty years of nursing experience, from ICU to home care, and she holds a Master of Science in Holistic Nursing. She's a Reiki Master, a board-certified holistic nurse, and a certified Kundalini Yoga instructor. Her background in healthcare means she approaches things practically—she blends traditional medicine with energy work, reflexology, and sound healing. She's also written books on wellness and spirituality. Guests often comment on how her coaching helps them see where to focus their personal growth.

What makes this retreat stand out is the depth of the sound work. You'll not just hear gongs—you'll learn why they work, practice with the instruments yourself, and experience a full gong bath, which is a 35-minute lying-down immersion in sound. The weekend also includes a cacao ceremony, a Kundalini yoga class, and guided labyrinth walks with gong accompaniment. It's a structured program, but there's also free time built in, and you can book optional Reiki or reflexology sessions if you want extra one-on-one healing.

The food is plant-based and gluten-free, with an emphasis on salads and soups—colorful and nutritious, made to support your healing. Meals are served three times a day, and snacks are available. Dietary preferences are accommodated if you let them know 48 hours ahead. The whole experience is designed to help you slow down, listen, and let the sounds of the forest and the gongs do their work. Whether you're new to sound therapy or a seasoned practitioner, you'll find something here that sticks with you long after you leave.

What's included

- Accommodation - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals - Daily yoga classes - Specialized workshops - Parking - Wifi connection - Luggage storage - Nature hikes with a trusted guide - Daily Sound/Gong Bath - Organic Yogi Chai Decaf Tea

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Flights costs - Travel insurance - Visa fee - Additional activities not included in the itinerary - Additional treatments