Women's Wellness Reset: 5-Day Desert Oasis Retreat in Sedona, Arizona

The retreat is built around a structured program called The PATH of Well-Being. It's a five-path framework—Presence, Abundance, Transformation, Happiness, and The Path Forward—grounded in what the organizers describe as ancient wisdom and modern neuroscience. Each day has a theme: Day 1 is about presence and abundance with earth and water elements, Day 2 is transformation and happiness with fire and air, and Day 3 is purpose and the path forward with space or ether. You're not just doing yoga and hoping for the best; there are guided workshops, personal consultations, and a custom well-being plan you build as you go.

The daily schedule is consistent: meditation and yoga at 7:00 AM, breakfast, group activities, lunch, outdoor time or free time, more group work in the afternoon, dinner, and a themed meditation and group circle in the evening. It's a full program, but with enough free time to wander the property, rest, or process what's coming up. The first evening starts with a welcome dinner and opening circle, and the final morning ends with a farewell breakfast before checkout.

What makes this different from a generic wellness retreat is the combination of a structured curriculum and the raw, natural setting. It's held at Ancient Springs, a place where you're literally surrounded by artesian springs, organic gardens, and rescue ponies. Your hosts, Anaya and Rutury, have been welcoming guests for years, and Rutury is a traditional medicine person who brings the wisdom and ceremonies of his heritage into the experience. Proceeds from the retreat also support indigenous artists, elders, and communities, which adds a layer of purpose.

Amber Heinrich is your primary facilitator. She's the founder of Spirit Stone Wellness and the creator of The PATH of Well-Being. She has 25+ years of experience, starting in corporate and consulting before becoming a wellness coach, energy healer, and retreat facilitator. She's certified as a Chopra Certified Well-Being Coach, a Paul McKenna Certified Hypnotherapist, a Reiki Master, and a Yoga Alliance RYT 200 teacher. She's also authored an upcoming book called Debug Yourself: Reprogram Your Mind, Body & Spirit for Well-Being. Her style, based on the reviews, is about really listening and challenging you without pressure.

What's included

- 4 nights accommodation at Ancient Springs - 3 daily meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) plus snacks - Welcome dinner on arrival and farewell breakfast on departure - Non-alcoholic beverages (water, tea, coffee) throughout the day - Daily yoga classes (all levels) - Daily pranayama (breathwork) classes - Daily meditation classes - The PATH of Well-Being workshop series (4 guided sessions) - Group excursions and outdoor activities - Nature hikes with a trusted guide - Personal consultation and custom well-being plan - Post-event group call and lifetime membership in the PATH Community - Pre and post retreat support from the team - Wifi connection - Free parking

What's not included

- Flights and ground transportation - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Alcoholic beverages - Spa services or additional personal excursions - Additional activities not listed in the itinerary