Come home to yourself in the desert
love yourself unconditionally
a women's self-love + energy healing retreat at gaia luxury villa.
three nights, sixteen women, zero to-do lists.
this isn't a vacation.
it's an act of self-love.
you've spent too long taking care of everyone else. for three nights and four days, it's your turn. here, we nourish your nervous system, give your mind a break, slow down, and actually listen to your body.
sunrise mindfulness practices. desert sunsets. stars from the rooftop. sixteen like-minded women ready to show up fully.
short flight. deep reset.
the villa
a private desert estate at gaia villa, shared only with our circle. pool, hot tub and cold plunge under open sky.
the sky
some of the darkest skies in california. fire, blankets and the brightest stars you've ever seen.
the time
three nights. easy to fly into from LAX or palm springs, back before monday's meetings.
the work
himalayan kriya, breathwork and nervous system regulation. real tools you take home with you.
more than a getaway.
your complete reset -
body, mind + soul.
this experience exists at the intersection of relaxation and personal transformation - designed to bring women together in a powerful, safe and supportive container where we can explore deeply, relate and express authentically and release fully.
each day offers both deep, restorative rest and potent inner work. the practices we will use - coaching + discussion, Himalayan Kriya Yoga, somatic movement, breathwork, energy work, meditation, ecstatic dance, sound healing - are not random. they are carefully and intentionally woven together because they work at the level of the subconscious, the nervous system, and the energy body, not just the thinking mind.
this is how real, lasting change is created.
four days to get out of your head and into your body
himalayan kriya yoga
tapping, breath and movement to restore the flow of life force energy.
somatic movement + energy healing
daily practices to release what you've been holding.
breathwork + meditation
guided sessions to soothe your nervous system and lead you back to yourself.
coaching workshops
thought provoking, perspective shifting mindset + self-love discussions and practical self-regulation tools to support you.
sound healing journey
relax, receive, restore.
ecstatic dance
shake it off, get weird, wild and silly, feel alive and free in your body again.
opening + closing circles
arrive with intention. leave with a new sisterhood.
nourishing food
three delicious, healthy catered vegetarian meals daily and a morning coffee + tea bar.
a private desert sanctuary, all to ourselves
- slow afternoons by the salt water pool with a grotto waterfall
- hot tub and cold plunge
- a rooftop patio for stargazing under the desert sky
- cozy fire pits and a stone labyrinth to walk in the quiet
- indoor and outdoor yoga spaces filled with desert light
- six bedrooms, each shared with 1–3 soul sisters
your all-inclusive wellness retreat experience includes:
3 nights and 4 days stay at the stunning Gaia Villa Joshua Tree - a luxury oasis. Joshua Tree is known for being a powerful energy vortex. Enjoy breathtaking sunsets and world-renowned stargazing within a designated Dark Sky area from the comfort of our private villa.
- ✨ daily somatic movement + energy healing sessions
- ✨ guided breathwork + meditation
- ✨ 3 delicious, fresh and healthy catered meals daily
- ✨ mindset, self-love + self-regulation coaching workshops
- ✨ ecstatic dance experience
- ✨ professional sound healing journey
- ✨ opening and closing circles
- ✨ beautifully designed rooms (shared with 1-3 other attendees)
optional upgrades: private airport transfer, half day guided hike in Joshua Tree park, human design readings, 1:1 coaching sessions, massage + various 1:1 healing experiences.
is this for you?
a retreat is an investment.
here's how to know if this is the one:
this IS FOR YOU if you are:
- ready to do the real, deep (and sometimes messy) inner work in a safe, supported container
- feeling called to energy healing, somatic healing or nervous system healing practices
- craving genuine connection with like-minded women
- wanting to invest in yourself in a way that creates lasting behaviour change, mindset shift + new habits
this is NOT for you if you are:
- seeking a regular "vacation" or party trip
- not open to spiritual practices or energy work
- looking for a quick fix or band-aid
- in a mental health crisis requiring professional support (please reach out for resources)
- not wanting to build new friendships and/or connect with like-minded women
hi, i'm riley
i am a self-love, mindset and self-regulation coach, certified behaviour change specialist, himalayan kriya yoga instructor, and energy healer with 5+ years of experience creating transformational retreat experiences for women. i am from vancouver, BC.
my work weaves together mindset transformation, nervous system healing, and energetic wellbeing. i believe that real change can only unfold when all layers are tended to - the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual - and i have designed this retreat to address all four in depth.
by nature, i am a truth speaker. an answer seeker. a problem solver. a shit disturber. a disrupter. a cycle-breaker. a critical thinker. a skeptic. a rebel. i have a fierce and untameable curiosity. i refuse to settle. i reject band-aids and seek deep understanding. always have. always will.
i have had the privilege of guiding women through some of the most significant breakthroughs of their lives. not because i have all the answers, but because i know how to hold the space for you to find your own.
joshua tree is a deeply magical place, and i can't wait to be with you under the stars.
— riley xx
what past retreat attendees say
shares + reflections from past retreats. joshua tree will be our first gathering at this magical property, and i'd love for you to be part of the founding group.
i feel seen. i feel heard. i feel connected. i feel whole. i feel authentically myself. riley's retreat was transformative. a new level of healing, learning, and connecting filled our hearts. we nourished our mind, body, and souls with yoga and incredible workshops. riley guided us to a new, elevated level of ourselves with himalayan kriya yoga. we healed and grew in a community of sisterhood. i can't wait till next time!— krissy from canada
riley's retreats are a delicious, expansive experience. i have attended three of her retreats now and each one has sky-rocketed my personal growth in ways i didn't know i needed or were possible. the kriya practices allowed us to shed our old stories and call in new energy of transformation. i feel so renewed, so grounded, and so ready to step into the next best version of myself. a truly profound, heart-opening, mind-expanding and soul-enriching experience.— chandra from canada
this women's retreat was simply divine and very well organized. riley created a safe atmosphere with her grounding presence, allowing us to connect deeply in sisterhood. i really benefited from the kriya yoga practice and i feel how much space was created in my body from releasing stagnant energies. i am so grateful that i said yes to this retreat — it was so much more than i hoped to experience. i feel renewed and like i've shifted into my best self moving forward.— jaimie from canada
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say yes to yourself
every session, every meal and your stay at gaia villa.
or 2 payments of $1,275 · 4 payments of $650 CAD
plus 12% TOT tax. a $500 CAD non-refundable deposit holds your spot.
not included
- flights
- travel medical insurance (strongly recommended)
- optional upgrades: private airport transfer, guided hike, massage, human design reading, 1:1 coaching or healing
- personal purchases
this is a 100% alcohol + substance free retreat
an opportunity to be fully present.
questions
can i come on my own?
yes. you'll share a room with 1–3 other women, so you'll arrive with new friends built in. coming with a friend? send your deposits at the same time so you can room together.
how do i get there?
the closest airport is palm springs, about 40 minutes away, or you can fly into LAX, about 2.5 hours away. a private airport transfer can be added if you'd prefer.
who comes to your retreats?
the beautiful thing about my retreat groups is that they are such a unique opportunity to be with and hear from women in all chapters of life. ages almost always range from early 20s to 65+, and women join from across canada and the US.
what if my plans change?
all payments are non-refundable under the villa's policy, so trip insurance is strongly recommended.
what about allergies and dietary restrictions?
our caterer can accommodate allergies and dietary restrictions. just let us know when you apply.
i've never done kriya or breathwork. can i still come?
absolutely. every practice is fully guided and beginner friendly, and you can go at your own pace.
the desert is waiting for you
joshua tree, california · february 12–15, 2027
apply now or request a call with riley