Begin the new year by stepping away from the noise and creating space to listen inward. Planting Intentions for the Year Ahead is a restorative and reflective yoga retreat designed to help you pause, reconnect with yourself, and thoughtfully consider what you want to cultivate in the year ahead.

Through mindful yoga, breathwork, meditation, journaling, and guided reflection, we’ll explore the difference between simply setting goals and planting meaningful intentions. Like a seed, an intention needs attention, nourishment, patience, and space to grow. Surrounded by the beauty and quiet of the botanical gardens, you’ll have time to move, breathe, reflect, and envision what you want to nurture in your life. You’ll leave with a deeper sense of clarity and a personal intention to carry with you into the year ahead.

Come as you are. No previous yoga or meditation experience is necessary.

What to Bring

Bring your yoga mat, water, sunscreen, and hat. Please dress in layers so you can bundle up or get more comfortable. If you would like any blankets or pillows, feel free to bring them, as we will be relaxing in our space for periods of time while we visualize/journal, meditate, and focus on breathwork. If you have a personal journal or drawing book, feel free to bring it with you. The instructor will provide resources, but many students enjoy having their own journal or bringing theirs from previous years. You may also bring some snacks that can be enjoyed during the retreat.

The instructor will provide resources for the visualization/journaling portion of the retreat, and will provide oranges, fruit, and small snacks to enjoy during the session. The instructor will also have a few extra props available on a first come first serve basis for those who may need them during the movement portion of the retreat.  If the weather is chilly, we will have heaters available to accommodate a more comfortable temperature.

Pricing

$80 Public | $70 CalBG Members

Participants will be asked to sign a liability waiver form upon registration of the class.

‍Weather Policy: This class takes place outdoors and will be subject to cancellation and/or postponement due to weather forecasts. In the case of inclement weather, this class will be postponed to January 17, 2027. Participants will be notified of any class changes 24 hours in advance.