Autumn Reset: A Grounding Yoga Retreat in the Catskills
With Gabrielle James and Maureen Ferry
October 22 - 25, 2026
Escape to the Catskills this fall for a grounding weekend of yoga, nourishing meals, and meaningful connection. Surrounded by crisp mountain air and peak foliage, you’ll begin and end each day with intentional movement: sunrise flows to awaken the body and sunset practices to unwind, each woven with meditation and breathwork to help you fully arrive in the present moment. Throughout the weekend, our asana will thoughtfully move through the chakras, creating space for balance, release, and deeper connection within.
In between practices, immerse yourself in the beauty of the outdoors—whether that’s hiking through scenic trails, taking quiet moments to wander, or simply breathing in the stillness of nature. As the day winds down, we’ll gather for cozy bonfires, shared meals, and meaningful conversation, cultivating a sense of community that feels both nourishing and effortless.
Designed to support the transition into fall and the grounding energy of vata season, this retreat is an invitation to slow down, reconnect, and reset. You’ll leave feeling steadier and more open – carrying a sense of calm and connection with you long after the weekend ends.
Schedule:
Thursday, October 22
- 3 – 5 pm Arrival and Check-in
- 5 – 6 pm Yoga class
- 6 – 7 pm Dinner
- 7:30 – 8:30 pm Sound Bath
Friday, October 23
- 6:30 – 7 am Meditation
- 7 – 8 am Yoga Class
- 8 – 9 am Breakfast
- 9:30 am – 12 pm Mindful nature walk
- 12:30 – 1:30 pm Lunch
- 2 – 5 pm Free time
- 5 – 6 pm Yoga class
- 6 – 7 pm Dinner
- 7:30 – 9 pm Evening Activity
Saturday, October 24
- 6:30 – 7 am Meditation
- 7 – 8 am Yoga Class
- 8 – 9 am Breakfast
- 9:30 am – 12 pm Mindful nature walk, or more active hike
- 12:30 – 1:30 pm Lunch
- 2 – 3:30 pm Free time
- 3:30 – 4:30 pm Inversion workshop (optional)
- 5 – 6 pm Yoga class
- 6 – 7 pm Dinner
- 7:30 – 9 pm Bonfire
Sunday, October 25
- 6:30 – 7 am Meditation
- 7 – 8 am Yoga Class
- 8 – 9 am Breakfast
- 9 am – 12 pm Free time, check-out
- 12:30 – 1:30 pm Lunch & Departure
*Please note this schedule is subject to change.
About the Leaders
Gabrielle James
Gabrielle blends her gymnastics and theater roots with a soulful yoga practice, creating classes that feel like a joyful dance. Her sequences flow with intention, weaving breath, movement, mudras, and mantras into an uplifting experience. Known for her playful transitions and dynamic energy, Gabrielle invites students to explore flight and freedom on the mat. Since […]
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Maureen Ferry
With a background as an educator - most recently as a middle school principal - and a seasoned yoga practitioner, Maureen seamlessly transitioned her expertise from leading a school to guiding individuals on their yoga journey. Her initial inspiration from practicing asana with her older sister years ago blossomed into a profound exploration of meditation […]
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