Desert Wellness Escape: 3-Day Yoga and Mindfulness Retreat in Joshua Tree

The retreat is hosted at Desert Dimension, a 5-acre property in Twentynine Palms that Shawna and John Bebbling have developed into a peculiar desert retreat space. With a name based on their desire to escape into 'another dimension,' the property includes a main house, three indoor themed bedrooms, five heated geodesic domes for glamping, an RV, and nine campsites for those bringing their own camping gear. There is an indoor and outdoor yoga studio, an affirmation path, a zen garden, a labyrinth, a hot tub, and a pool, plus more playful amenities like outdoor bowling, horseshoes, foosball, and a karaoke machine, which the description notes will be part of the fun.

Shawna Bebbling is the lead instructor and has been leading retreats for over 15 years. She is described by past guests as an exceptional instructor with a deep understanding of the 'why' behind yoga, weaving physical practice, philosophy, and teaching methodology. Reviews from a separate 200-hour teacher training praise her engaging format, her background in adult education as a college professor, and the way she has built a strong yoga community in Imperial Beach, CA.

The location itself is a major part of the experience. Twentynine Palms is in the Mojave Desert, and the property has been rated as one of the best places in the USA for stargazing. The retreat description emphasizes the powerful, humbling, and healing nature of the desert landscape. The itinerary includes a visit to Joshua Tree National Park, where guests will do a gentle hike to a formation called Heart Rock and have a picnic. The schedule balances organized classes with substantial free time for reading, napping, using the hot tub, or exploring the nearby town.

What's included

- 2 nights accommodation - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals - Water, tea, and coffee served throughout the day - Daily yoga classes - Daily meditation classes - Daily pranayama classes - Welcome drink - Specialized workshops (sound healing, breathwork, Reiki) - Parking - Wifi connection - Pre and post retreat support from our team

What's not included

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