"This retreat was well organized from the very start. The drive was beautiful, the grounds to the venue were gorgeous, everything was the ultimate relaxation and no pressure to do anything. The food was even amazing! Our instructor was fantastic and really listened to what the group wanted and needed. I want to do this at least 2x/year and cannot wait to go back!"
Highly Rated Retreats in Ohio United States
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Types of Retreat in Ohio United States
Short Retreats in Ohio United States
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Experiences on Retreat
"I was a little worried when my friend asked me to go on a yoga retreat because although I have taken yoga classes in the past, I don't regularly practice. However, I quickly realized it was a no-judgment zone and felt instantly welcomed by Jess and the others at the retreat. Jess was helpful with correcting poses which I was glad about. I enjoyed having free time to relax and explore in-between the classes. I also really enjoyed the property and the delicious food! After the weekend I felt rejuvenated, relaxed, happy and strong, some of which I don't feel regularly after having a baby this year. Thank you for the amazing retreat!"
"The retreat was a wonderful experience. It was relaxing and Hocking Hills is beautiful. It is a perfect place for a yoga retreat. "
"This was the most relaxing, fun, and laid-back retreat I have been to. The instructor was magnificent, it was a nice small group of 14, the accommodations were outstanding, and the yoga was very doable yet quite a workout after an hour or more.
Loved this yoga retreat so much I am going again in the fall. "
"The retreat was wonderful and I fully enjoyed the yoga classes. However, I did think the instructor went too fast and did not add modifications for beginners. "
"My boyfriend and I had planned this yoga retreat awhile ago and it was the perfect getaway. Jess was a great instructor and the community of people who attended were all amazing.
The location was also incredible."
"It was a great weekend and great experience. I was looking for a reset, and I definitely got it. The yoga, meditation and all around community experience was wonderful. The grounds around Cedar Falls Inn, including Hocking Hills, were beautiful. Thank you so much for such a memorable experience.
~Susan"
"I’ve been on yoga retreats, in fact I’ve even facilitated several. But this retreat was by far one of the nicest ones! Our teacher Rachel Roberts, was a great storyteller & yoga teacher. We all got little gifts and “arts & craft projects”, which is always fun!
I also loved the venue, Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls. The setting was beautiful and the food was amazing!
I highly recommend this retreat for anyone💜"
"The retreat was in a beautiful, serene setting in Hocking Hills and made it more accessible/feasible than trips that are farther away. The yoga was a great balance for different levels of experience and included great meditations. Jess did a really nice job creating a welcoming culture in a short period of time. I was glad to learn that this retreat is offered seasonally -- I'll definitely plan to come again! "
"The Bija Retreat in Hocking Hills was such a special treat for me. I had never done anything like it before and I left feeling confident, renewed and happy. Jess was a wonderful and talented leader who was able to not only teach challenging and enjoyable sessions; she somehow managed to bring together 9 personalities and we left the weekend feeling like lifelong friends. Her easy approach to socializing, yoga and meditation made it so accessible. I went in feeling intimidated and left feeling like a new person. The Inn is adorable, the food is great and the surroundings are so peaceful. What a fun and special time - truly unforgettable in the absolute best way. "
"What a perfect way to relax and recharge! Perfect setting, great leader. I will return. "
"Relaxed, recharged, and rejuvenated in the peace of Hocking Hills. Enjoyed yoga outdoors, opened up my chakras, relaxed at the spa with a massage, and the food was delicious after a nice hike. Rachel and Jessica are expert yoga teachers. "
"I just completed my 200 hour yoga teacher training coursework with Rachel and Bija Yoga School. I can't say enough great things about my experience. The coursework was appropriately challenging, the modules were informative and the guest teachers were a wealth of knowledge. I feel prepared to share my love of yoga with others and am confident in my abilities. Thankful for help in finding my teacher voice and the space Rachel created for us to deepen our practice.
~ Lauren the Yogini"
"The location and time of year paired to make everything extremely pleasant. The grounds had a lovely location for us to do our twice-daily practice and then had so much more to offer in terms of delicious food, lovely pools, natural thermal waters, tubing and zip-lining opportunities, a spa, and a delightful staff. The weather cooperated the entire time and the wildlife was abundant. If anything could be improved with the facilities, it would be the addition of ceiling fans as a little air movement could go a long way at times.
As for the yoga practice itself... I have participated in yoga one or two other times in my life. I went on this retreat more to take a trip with my "better half" and originally did not intend to do the practices (or maybe just check out the meditations), but finally decided to give it a go and I'm very glad I did! While I might have benefited from a primer with some yoga 101 poses (child's pose, warrior 2, etc.), nothing was so difficult that I couldn't grasp from sneaking a peak at Rachel, our instructor, when I had a question. Speaking of our instructor, she was incredibly attentive to anyone's needs during the practice. If she saw me looking confused or struggling with a pose/movement, she would provide more clarity and/or offer alternative methods to accomplish some of the same things. I felt very well cared for!
I definitely plan to pursue some more yoga and meditation, thanks to how accessible I now realize it is. It will be a shame to do it in a studio instead of the jungles of Costa Rica, but I'm game!"
"I had an absolutely amazing experience with Rachel and Bija Retreats in Costa Rica. The location and venue was simply beautiful. It's clear that Rachel spends the time to curate the retreat experience prior to our arrival. Yoga practice and meditation are themed for the week for the group, but also individually tailored as needed. The retreat was the perfect balance of yoga practice, meditation, self care, and fun. This is my second retreat with Bija Retreats and I recommend them to everyone!"
"LOVED this retreat. We did different practices each day that were all really nice. The meditative hike around Rose Lake and the firepit forgiveness exercise was great too. ALL meals were fantastic!"
"What an amazing weekend!
The Cedar Falls Inn and Spa was a great place to stay. They have cabins, yurts and rooms at the Inn. The restaurant had great food and a good wine list. Lots of hiking in the area and the owners and staff are a pleasure to work with.
The Yoga retreat was fantastic!!! Jessica was our instructor and led us through a fabulous weekend of yoga, mediation and discussion. We also had lots of free time to explore the area or hang out in your room under a blanket reading a book.
I will definitely be back."