Yoga in Ceremony: Sacred Silence in Joshua Tree

November 7-10, 2025

Bathe yourself in the quiet serenity of the desert

Attuning to the slow pulse of this sacred landscape, set aside the busyness of daily life to remember a more aligned, authentic rhythm. Through inquiry, ritual, asana, breath work, dance, cacao, mythology, and meditation you are invited into a transformative experience of connection and catharsis. This intimate retreat will be a ceremonial space to discover your authentic awakened heart practice for a living, integrated yoga beyond the mat.

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What’s Included:

  • Yoga (asana), breath work, meditation, sound bath, cacao ceremony, self-inquiry, dance, & more

  • Delicious vegetarian meals

  • Luxury accommodations with indoor yoga shala and outdoor yoga spaces, booked exclusively for this retreat

  • Cozy soulful rooms and communal spaces + plenty of outdoor space to enjoy time alone

  • Private outdoor tubs and daybeds, bath salts and herbal cleanses

  • Vast expanse of sky and shimmering stars, miles of trails for hiking

  • Joshua Tree National Park pass, good for the entire trip

  • Mauna mornings (silence) + cell phone-free + alcohol-free

  • The center is building a pool, possibly ready for November!

Sample Schedule:

Day 1: 

Recommended to arrive in town early for shopping, sightseeing, etc.

5pm -6pm Arrive at venue

7:30pm Dinner

8:30pm Opening ceremony + yin yoga

10pm Star gazing + Story time/mythology

Day 2: Silence through walking meditation

7:30am Coffee/tea

8am Morning breathwork

8:30am Yoga (asana) + meditation

10am Brunch

11am Outdoor walking meditation

12:00 Free time (option to explore JT National Park)

4pm Sunset cacao ceremony + indoor yin yoga + sound bath

7:30pm Dinner

8:30pm Star Gazing + *special event

Day 3: Silence through brunch

7:30am coffee/tea

8am Morning breathwork

8:30am Yoga (asana) + meditation

10am Brunch/Free time (option to explore JT National Park)

2pm Workshop: TBD

4pm Sunset dance as movement medicine

7:30pm Dinner

9pm Star gazing in celebration w/closing ceremony 

Day 4: 

7:30am Outdoor morning meditation

8am Breakfast

11am Check out

Joshua Tree Park + group hike (all day)

* Optional add on: 1 hour in-house massage

Immersed in awe-inspiring nature and tucked away from all sources of street light and sound, Sacred Sands Retreat Center is an oasis within the desert.

The sprawling property of Sacred Sands includes a retreat center with attached private rooms and Lobo Luna, a full 2 bedroom home just a footpath away. We will use both properties for activities; the full location is rented exclusively for this retreat. Pricing is listed under each room and is all-inclusive.

Email Rachael.here.and.now@gmail.com to request a room

Lobo Luna Master Bedroom + Outdoor Tub

  • Enjoy this room for yourself or share it with a friend. If you are single paying for a shared room without a chosen roommate, you will be paired with a same-sex roommate to share the California King bed with.

    Pricing includes the room + full retreat

    Pricing for 1 (single occupancy): $2,500

    Pricing for 2 (shared bed, per person): $1,450

    • California King Bed with plush mattress and pillows

    • West Elm and Parachute  Bedding

    • West Elm Robes

    • Parachute Slippers

    • River rock bathroom floors

    • Record player

    • Authentic Moroccan lamps that cast surreal patterns on the bedroom walls at night.

    • Indoor Showers with rain shower head and additional shower head

    • Outdoor shower with rain shower head

    • Cast iron outdoor soaking tub

    • Outdoor swinging bed

    • Platform stargazing bed

    • complimentary tea, water, coffee, mini-fridge

    • On-site parking

Lobo Luna Main Bedroom + Outdoor Tub

  • Enjoy this room for yourself or share it with a friend. If you are single paying for a shared room without a chosen roommate, you will be paired with a same-sex roommate to share the California King bed with.

    Pricing includes the room + full retreat

    Pricing for 1 (single occupancy): $2,300

    Pricing for 2 (shared bed, per person): $1,350

    • California King Bed with plush mattress and pillows

    • West Elm and Parachute  Bedding

    • West Elm Robes

    • Parachute Slippers

    • River rock bathroom floors

    • Record player

    • Authentic Moroccan lamps that cast surreal patterns on the bedroom walls at night.

    • Indoor Showers with rain shower head and additional shower head

    • Outdoor shower with rain shower head

    • Cast iron outdoor soaking tub

    • Outdoor swinging bed

    • Platform stargazing bed

    • complimentary tea, water, coffee, mini-fridge

    • On-site parking

Jade Bedroom + Outdoor Tub @ Sacred Sands

  • Enjoy this room for yourself or share it with a friend. If you are single paying for a shared room without a chosen roommate, you will be paired with a same-sex roommate to share the California King bed with.

    Pricing includes the room + full retreat

    Pricing for 1 (single occupancy): $2,300

    Pricing for 2 (shared bed, per person): $1,350

  • The Jade Room is a 300 sq.ft. accommodation fit for two that serves as your private gateway to Joshua Tree. The room is designed for the ultimate in rest, with plush California king mattresses, luxury bedding and linens. Melt into the evening in the relaxing ambiance of Moroccan lights.

    The indoor showers feature multiple body sprayers to surround you, rain head fixtures and river rock floors to massage your feet. Outside you can shower al fresco with rain shower heads, or relax in your own private brand new soaking tub as you view Joshua Tree’s famous sunsets. Rest in the sun in our outdoor beds, or sleep under the stars on your own terrace, complete with meditation platform.

    • California King Bed with plush mattress and pillows

    • West Elm and Parachute  Bedding

    • West Elm Robes

    • Parachute Slippers

    • River rock bathroom floors

    • Record player

    • Authentic Moroccan lamps that cast surreal patterns on the bedroom walls at night.

    • Indoor Showers with rain shower head and additional shower head

    • Outdoor shower with rain shower head

    • Cast iron outdoor soaking tub

    • Outdoor swinging bed

    • Platform stargazing bed

    • complimentary tea, water, coffee, mini-fridge

    • On-site parking

Onyx Bedroom + Outdoor Tub @ Sacred Sands

  • Enjoy this room for yourself or share it with a friend. If you are single paying for a shared room without a chosen roommate, you will be paired with a same-sex roommate to share the California King bed with.

    Pricing includes the room + full retreat

    Pricing for 1 (single occupancy): $2,300

    Pricing for 2 (shared bed, per person): $1,350

  • The Onyx Room is a 300 sq.ft. accommodation fit for two that serves as your private gateway to Joshua Tree. The room is designed for the ultimate in rest, with plush California king mattresses, luxury bedding and linens. Melt into the evening in the relaxing ambiance of Moroccan lights.

    The indoor showers feature multiple body sprayers to surround you, rain head fixtures and river rock floors to massage your feet. Outside you can shower al fresco with rain shower heads, or relax in your own private brand new soaking tub as you view Joshua Tree’s famous sunsets. Rest in the sun in our outdoor beds, or sleep under the stars on your own terrace, complete with meditation platform.

    • California King Bed with plush mattress and pillows

    • West Elm and Parachute  Bedding

    • West Elm Robes

    • Parachute Slippers

    • River rock bathroom floors

    • Record player

    • Authentic Moroccan lamps that cast surreal patterns on the bedroom walls at night.

    • Indoor Showers with rain shower head and additional shower head

    • Outdoor shower with rain shower head

    • Cast iron outdoor soaking tub

    • Outdoor swinging bed

    • Platform stargazing bed

    • complimentary tea, water, coffee, mini-fridge

    • On-site parking

Moroccan Upstairs Bedroom @ Sacred Sands (no outdoor area/tub)

  • Enjoy this room for yourself or share it with a friend. If you are single paying for a shared room without a chosen roommate, you will be paired with a same-sex roommate to share the California King bed with.

    *This room does not come with the outdoor tub and day bed

    Pricing includes the room + full retreat

    Pricing for 1 (single occupancy): $2,100

    Pricing for 2 (shared bed, per person): $1,100

    • The Moroccan bedroom boasts a California King mattress suspended from the ceiling on a swinging platform. Let the gentle movement of your body rock you to sleep while gazing at the stars through the overhead skylight. The ceiling is painted black to invite the bright, night sky into your room. You can dim the signature Moroccan light fixtures and relax under the mesmerizing light patterns cast on the walls at night. Enjoy the sunrise from bed with mountain views in every direction.

      This room has a reading chair, side table, plenty of cacti and small treasures.

      This room has a shared bathroom with the 2nd upstairs room.

    • Hanging California King Bed with plush mattress and pillows

    • West Elm and Parachute  Bedding

    • West Elm Robes

    • Parachute Slippers

    • Indoor Shower with rain shower head

    • River rock bathroom floor

    • Authentic Moroccan lamps that cast surreal patterns on the bedroom walls at night.

    • On-site parking

“In many shamanic societies, if you came to a medicine person complaining of being disheartened, dispirited, or depressed, they would ask one of four questions. When did you stop dancing? When did you stop singing? When did you stop being enchanted by stories? When did you stop finding comfort in the sweet territory of silence?”

 FAQs

  • $300 non-refundable deposit. The balance is due by September 1, 2025.

  • I will curate partners to share rooms. Partners will be of the same-sex.

  • 2 delicious vegetarian meals + snacks

    Yoga, breath work, sound bath, meditation, self-inquiry, cacao ceremony, dance, & more

    Star gazing and hiking

    Joshua Tree Park passes

    Bath salts + herbal cleanses

    1 group Q&A Google Meetup call prior to the retreat

  • Generally it is mid-60’s during the day and 40’s at night.

  • This retreat will be cell-phone free (exceptions for parents, please use discretion) and alcohol-free. Smoking is allowed on the property in designated locations. Absolutely no littering, we are on protected and sacred land.

  • The desert can be dangerous. You are highly encouraged not to wander off alone or far from the grounds as it is easy to get lost (especially in the national park). There are critters out there and you’ll need to mind your step. You are responsible for your safety and you will need to sign a waver prior to the retreat.

  • The retreat fee does not include your flights, airport transfer, retreat staff tips, or additional excursions or services.

    • The retreat fee (minus your $500 non-refundable deposit) is refundable until September 1, 2025.

    • For cancellations made after September 1, 2025, payment is completely non-refundable. However, you may transfer to a friend or family member who wishes to take your spot.


  • Yes! All practices will be accessible for everyone.

  • Palm Springs airport is about 50 minutes away, Burbank Airport (BUR) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are about 2.5 hours away. Airport transfer is not included in the retreat cost.

  • You can enjoy as many of the offerings as you’d like. This is a time to honor you’re energy, curate the trip to your needs.