Aging with Grace: A yoga retreat for adults 50+

We welcome back Guest Teacher Patricia Becker, beloved for her uplifting yoga and wellness teachings, to host a retreat that will rejuvenate your body, calm your mind, and rekindle your natural vitality.

Space is limited and tends to fill quickly—secure your spot today!

Step into a joyful weekend of movement, relaxation, and renewal, thoughtfully designed for adults 50 and better.

As the seasons shift and nature begins to blossom, this retreat invites you to do the same—reconnect with your strength, flexibility, and inner glow.

With a nourishing blend of yoga, breathwork, meditation, and meaningful connection, you’ll explore ways to move with greater ease, feel content, and age with grace. Whether you're seeking more energy, deeper calm, or simply a pause from routine, this weekend offers the space to replenish, reset, and return home to yourself.

You’ll stretch, strengthen, and smile your way through sessions supporting joint health, posture, spinal alignment, hip mobility, deeper breathing, and overall vitality—no pretzel poses required!

Playful curiosity and gentle guidance will help you tap into your body’s wisdom and celebrate what’s possible at every age.

What to Expect:

Uplifting yoga to build strength, balance, and mobility
Breathwork and meditation to calm your mind and restore energy
Time in nature to reflect, rest, and restore
Delicious vegetarian meals lovingly prepared
Connection with like-hearted people in a warm and welcoming space
Plenty of time to laugh, lounge, and be fully yourself

COVID POLICY: For your safety and ours, we require that all guests be vaccinated against Covid and provide proof of a negative Covid test result within 48 hours of arrival.  We wish to provide peace of mind for all of our residents and guests.

Hear what Guests have to say!

“I loved the invigorating Aging With Grace Retreat at beautiful Ratna Ling — which I attended with a few fellow Yoginis. I’m planning to return for more of Patricia’s gentle but powerful yoga, uplifting commentary, and lovely yoga community.”
— Desiree Petray

“I'm not a senior but I wanted gentle yoga and a relaxing weekend with time for introspection. I learned so much about my body and breath, and met amazing new friends. Patricia is knowledgeable, kind, and made the experience fun.”
— Ruby Williams

“My sister and I adored Patricia's yoga retreat. The minute you arrive you know it will be special. Patricia creates a sense of community and offers just the right amount of stretching and strengthening. You feel graceful—like you’ve been enveloped by unconditional love.”
— Ann Protter

Retreat Schedule (subject to change):

FRIDAY

3:00 PM – Check-in and Settle in
4:30–5:30 PM – Root & Release: Yoga for Your Feet & Ankles
Gently land at Ratna Ling and reconnect with your foundation through soothing stretches and grounding breath.
5:30–6:15 PM – Dinner
6:45–8:00 PM – Opening Circle & Centering Practice
Meet your fellow retreat guests and ease into retreat mode with light movement, intention-setting, and calming breathwork.

SATURDAY

8:00–8:45 AM – Breakfast
9:00–10:00 AM – Release & Realign: Yoga for Neck & Shoulders
Let go of upper-body tension and invite ease and openness.
11:15 AM–12:15 PM – Lengthen & Decompress: Yoga for a Healthy Back
Support your spine with mindful movement to restore strength and flexibility.
12:15–1:00 PM – Lunch
1:00–4:30 PM – Personal Time
Walk, journal, nap, read, or enjoy a bodywork session.
4:30–5:30 PM – Freedom to Move: Yoga for Hips & Hamstrings
Stretch and strengthen the lower body for greater balance and mobility.
5:30–6:15 PM – Dinner
7:00–8:00 PM – Glow & Unwind: Face Yoga + Restorative Yoga
A sweet blend of facial toning and deeply restful poses to help you relax and restore.

SUNDAY

8:00–8:45 AM – Hands, Wrists & Self-Compassion Flow
Care for your hands and wrists while cultivating presence and self-kindness.
9:00–10:00 AM – Head-to-Toe Stretch & Closing Circle
Seal in the weekend’s gifts with a full-body flow and heartfelt closing.
10:00–11:00 AM – Brunch
12:00 PM – Check-out

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
All bookings are NON-REFUNDABLE. Should you wish to cancel your stay with us, Ratna Ling Retreat Center requires 30 days' notice for a full credit to be TRANSFERRED to a future retreat within 1 year of original booking.
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. 
Vegetarian meals are served during our weekend together.