Coming into Balance - A retreat with yoga and massage

We welcome Dana Hancock and Melody Hopkins of Sebastopol to offer a nourishing self-care retreat that will leave you relaxed and renewed!

Pairing two powerhouses in health and wellness, this weekend retreat combines yoga practice with the traditional Chinese medicine of gua sha to invite self-care and overall wellness.

Attendees will enjoy refreshing vinyasa yoga counterbalanced by both restorative yoga and gua sha face and body treatments to create harmony in body and mind. You will leave deeply nourished by this unique combination of yoga, dharma, and meditation practices.

This weekend includes:

Daily dynamic and energizing Vinyasa yoga paired with restorative yoga in the evenings
Dharma and spiritual insights to inspire practice and integrate into everyday life
Specialized lymphatic facials and fascial release massage treatments offered by Melody Hopkins using organic oils and fresh, local skincare products
Delicious all vegetarian cuisine
Relaxing in the natural beauty of Ratna Ling among the redwoods

COVID POLICY ( as of JAN 2025 ):  For your safety and ours, we require proof of vaccination AND negative test result from all visitors to Ratna Ling Retreat Center. We wish to provide peace of mind for all of our residents and guests.

SCHEDULE (subject to change):

FRIDAY

3:00-4:00 Check-in
5:30-6:30 Dinner
6:45-7:30 Opening gathering
7:30 Free time and/or gua sha massage or facials by appointment with Melody Hopkins

SATURDAY

8:00-8:45 Breakfast
9:00-11:00 Dharma, vinyasa and meditation practice
11:00-12:15 Free time
12:15-1:00 Lunch
1:00-4:00 Quiet time and/or gua sha massage or facials by appointment with Melody Hopkins
4:00-5:30 Restorative and yin yoga with massage by Melody Hopkins
5:30–7pm Dinner
7:00 Free time and/or gua sha massage or facials by appointment with Melody Hopkins

SUNDAY

8:00-9:30 Vinyasa yoga practice
9:30-10:00 Closing circle
10:00 Brunch
11:00 Gua sha massage or facials by appointment with Melody Hopkins
12:00 Checkout

For directions to Ratna Ling - Ratna Ling Retreat Center 35755 Hauser Bridge Rd Cazadero, CA 95421
Accommodations are beautiful lux cabins



ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Transportation to/from Ratna Ling is NOT included - carpooling encouraged
Payments are nonrefundable and transferable to a future Ratna Ling stay or retreat
Each cottage includes TWO private rooms with queen beds, large dining & living area, gas fireplace,
spacious deck, jacuzzi tub, linens/towels/hand soap, kitchenette with tea & coffee, complimentary wireless internet. Towels and hand soap are provided.
vegetarian meals are served during our weekend together.

What people are saying about our retreats:



“The accommodations were great along with the beautiful surroundings - everything was so peaceful and nurturing”
“It was exactly what I needed – to disconnect, get in tune with my soul and recharge my spirit.”
“I loved having time to myself to reflect on my life and where I am going. Thank you Ratna Ling."


“Space for reflection while also giving me anchor points through teachings.
“Space and time for meditation and movement classes were truly wonderful.”
“Being able to move at my own pace is a luxury. And of course the food was delicious."