Return to stillness

yoga Retreat for fall Equinox

Sedona, Arizona

Journey to the sacred red rocks of Sedona for a 4-day yoga and wellness retreat to renew and restore your being. As the Earth tilts toward equal parts light and dark, we gather in the threshold space of the equinox—a potent time to recalibrate, ground down, and return home to our center.

Through daily yoga practices rooted in the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda, restorative rest practices, and the healing embrace of the natural world, we'll align with the seasonal rhythms and discover what it means to live in balance. Expect soulful Vinyasa classes that honor both form and freedom, deep Yin and restorative sessions to settle the nervous system, sound healing to restore harmony within, and meditations that invite you back to the altar of yourself.

September 17-20, 2026

Reserve your spot

Early bird pricing $100 off with code BALANCE ends 3/15

Explore the equanimity of Sedona, Arizona

Sedona has long been regarded as a place both sacred and powerful. Its ancient red rock formations rise from the earth like silent temples, holding millions of years of wisdom in their weathered faces. Known for its powerful energy vortexes—places where the Earth's energy spirals upward from the ground—Sedona has long been considered sacred by indigenous peoples and seekers alike. Here, the veil between the ordinary and the extraordinary grows thin.

This is a place that asks you to arrive fully, to shed what no longer serves, and to remember the wild, grounded wisdom already living in your bones.

Daily yoga to cultivate embodied balance

Each day will move you through a full spectrum of practice—from dynamic, breath-centered Vinyasa flows that awaken stability and strength, to slow Yin and restorative sessions that invite deep release and integration. Rooted in the wisdom of Ayurveda and aligned with the rhythms of the fall season, these practices are designed to balance your energy, calm your nervous system, and return you to a state of harmony. 

Expect intelligent sequencing, refined alignment, playful exploration, and the weaving of ancient tools like pranayama, meditation, mantra, and sound. Whether you're new to yoga or have been practicing for years, all classes are accessible and adaptable to meet you exactly where you are. This is yoga as returning to your ground of being - present, embodied, and fully alive.

Yoga practices are taught by Michael and Gaby (alternating).

Nourishing food as medicine

Food is medicine, art and life force —nourishing us on every level. It restores health—building vitality, supporting digestion, stabilizing energy, and grounding the nervous system during the seasonal shift into Fall. 

Our plant-based menu is thoughtfully crafted with Ayurvedic wisdom to gently balance vata, featuring warm, grounding dishes made from seasonal root vegetables, sweet squashes, hearty grains, and nourishing oils sourced organically and, when possible, from local Arizona farmers. 

Each meal is prepared with mindfulness, enthusiasm, and love by our chef, transforming simple ingredients into artistic creations that delight the senses and invite deeper connection.

We happily accommodate dietary needs or restrictions.

what’s included

  • Daily yoga & meditation

  • Ayurvedic Wellness Workshop

  • Heart activation Meditation & Guided Cacao Ceremony 

  • Organic, farm to table, nutrient dense meals daily aligned with Autumn

  • Sound Bath Meditation and Yoga Nidra

  • 3 Night & 4 Day Accommodations

  • Sun-filled pool hangs & starry night hot tub soaks

  • Optional: Guided Hike to Sedona Vortex

  • Optional add on: Bodywork / Massage

Sample Schedule

7:00 AM Coffee, Tea, Warm Lemon Water

8:30 - 10:00 AM Asana, Pranayama + Meditation

10:00 - 11:00 AM Nourishing Breakfast + Free Time

11:00 - 1:00 PM Wellness Workshop

1:00 - 2:00 PM PM Nourishing Lunch

2:00 - 5:00 PM Optional Hike / Free Time / Rest

5:00 - 6:00 PM Yin / Restorative Yoga

6:00 - 7:00 PM Light Dinner + Sunset

Check-in: 3:00 PM Thursday // Checkout 11:00 AM Sunday

The Lodging

Moondance Sanctuary

retreat to Sedona

  • Join for 4 days & 3 Nights: Thursday September 17 and ends on Sunday September 20, 2026.

    • Programming begins Thursday Sept 17 at 4 PM

    • Retreat close is at 11 AM on Sunday September 20th

    If your schedule allows, we recommend arriving a day early or staying an extra day to enjoy Sedona.

  • Our retreat takes place at Moondance Sanctuary in Sedona, Arizona

    Sedona is located in north central Arizona.

    Flying

    • The closest airports are Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (PHX), two hours by car to the south of Sedona

    • Flagstaff Pulliam Airport (FLG), about 45 minutes to the north of Sedona. Please note that Flagstaff Pulliam airport offers only limited flight options.

    Driving

    • From Phoenix. Driving time from Phoenix is about two hours (120 miles/193 km).

    • From Flagstaff. Driving time from Flagstaff is about 45 minutes or about 1 hour, depending on the route you take. 

    We recommend renting a car to get to the retreat.

  • We offer tiered pricing options so you can modify your retreat experience to your personal needs.

    Below is the cost per a person in USD.

    Take an additional $100 off with the code BALANCE thru March 15, 2026.

    • King Bed in Master Suite with Jacuzzi & Private Outdoor Shower $2000 solo / $1450 shared

    • Queen Bed in Private Room $1750 solo / $1300

    • Twin Bed in Private Room - $1600

    • Twin Bed in Shared Room (Double Occupancy) $1500 

    • Twin Bed in Shared Room (Triple Occupancy) $1450 

    A $350 nonrefundable deposit reserves your spot and flexible payment plans are available.

  • All deposits are non-refundable as these are used immediately to support the planning and prepping process of the retreat. 

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About your retreat guides

  • Gaby Colletta

    YOGA INSTRUCTOR | SOMATIC THERAPIST | AYURVEDIC HEALTH COUNSELOR

    Gaby is a Yoga, Ayurveda and Meditation Teacher with over 15 years of practice in integrative wellness and healing arts. She facilitates nature-based retreats, guides mind-body courses and coaches individuals on how to create an ecosystem of internal resources that increase resilience and unveil intrinsic potential. Her teachings weave together the Ancient traditions of Ayurveda, Buddhism and Tantra, alongside modern-day neuroscience, somatic psychology and Earth wisdom. Through the tapestry of mind-body practices, Gaby shares tools for deeper intimacy and understanding one’s intuitive abilities, mental powers and pathways to freedom. 

  • Michael Peterson

    YOGA INSTRUCTOR | MEDITATION GUIDE

    Michael Peterson is a Tucson based yoga instructor with over a decade of teaching experience since 2014. Accumulating more than 1,000 hours in Vinyasa and Yin yoga, his classes are crafted to inspire, uplift, and leave every student feeling more connected to themselves.