Oct 16 to Oct 20, 2024
Let your soul explore during this wonderful adventure and yoga retreat in Utah. Unlike any landscape on the planet, the area around Moab, Utah has to be seen, felt, and explored by everyone at some point in the arc of their life. Nestled next to the mighty Colorado River and in between Arches and Canyonlands National Parks, Moab will be our home base for this adventure-packed retreat of hiking, mountain biking, yoga, and soaking in the dramatic sandstone cliffs and high desert of eastern Utah.
Our women’s only travel group will explore some of the over 2,000 natural sandstone arches in Arches National Park, including a sunset hike to the famous Delicate Arch. We’ll also venture into the Islands in the Sky portion of Canyonlands National Park to hike among the cliffs plunging down to the powerful Colorado and Green Rivers. We’ll also mountain bike on easy trails in the area many call the mountain bike capital of the World on trails suited for your confidence and skills.
Highlights
Spending 5 days and 4 nights on the banks of the Colorado River at the beautiful Red Cliffs Lodge
LOTS OF HIKING! Hike in Arches National Park to inspiring Delicate Arch
Hiking the Devil’s Garden trail in Arches passing through giant fins and by 11 natural
arches
Hiking in Islands in the Sky area of Canyonlands National Park with breathtaking views of the canyons carved by the Colorado River and passing arches, upheaval domes, hoodoos and Anastasi ruins
EASY Mountain biking out to Dead Horse Point to get a unique glimpse across to Canyonlands and into the Colorado River canyon
Yoga on the banks of the Colorado River or in our yoga space
Colleen
Host enriching, rejuvenating adventure retreats to renew the spirit and strengthen the body. A unique and powerful approach to creating vibrant health and personal empowerment deals for women of any age, background, or athletic ability. Programs targeting the mind, body, and spirit have been developed and refined over 16 years by world champion triathlete Colleen.
The retreat starts at 1:00 p.m. at the Lodge on October 16th. at 1:00 p.m. We recommend having lunch before you arrive.
We will arrange a shuttle to pick up in Grand Junction on October 16th around 11 am and head to the lodge which is 1.5 hours away. We may also see what flights are available right in to Moab.
Most people will want to fly in the afternoon on the 15th to Grand Junction Colorado because they have more flights available. Then stay in Grand Junction that night (many reasonable hotels by the airport) *If you would like a roommate for the 15th, let us know.
The shuttle will pick up on the 16th at 11:00 a.m. so you have time to fly in on the 16th but you must land and get your luggage by 11:00 a.m. that morning. It is a small airport so we recommend you fly in by 10:00 a.m. at the latest on the 16th. We cannot wait for you if your flight is delayed. The cost of the shuttle is $50 each way.
Grand Junction, Colorado
Most likely! We adapt to all levels of fitness for this yoga retreat in Utah. You can choose your pace. We have a variety of trail options for walking/hiking/running/mt biking. Groups are formed according to each woman’s level of fitness, experience, and desire to challenge themselves. We do suggest that you start a training or workout program before you come so that you can get the most out of the retreat. Your training does not need to be a hard-core program…just get out and PLAY and BE ACTIVE several days a week.
On average the temperature ranges from 76°F to 50°F, rarely falling below 50°F.
The two major differences between altitude and sea level are decreased oxygen density and decreased humidity. The most important thing you can do to minimize the affect of altitude is to DRINK A LOT OF WATER! If you fly to the retreat, be sure you drink at least 32 oz. of water on the airplane. Avoid alcohol and get extra sleep the week before the retreat. We will ease you into activities and provide tips for adjusting to the change in altitude. Moab is around 4,500ft.
No. We consider “Everyone an Athlete” and we welcome all ability levels. A variety of options are available for our walks and runs depending on each person’s comfort level. If you can, we suggest you start a training or workout program at least a few months before you come so you can get the most out of the weekend. It does not need to be a hard-core program, just get out, play and be active a few days a week. If you just can’t find the time, don’t worry, there will always be others in the same situation and the supportive staff will help you along.