5 Best yoga retreats in the US

It doesn’t get any more scenic than being up in the mountains, so it’s a good thing that this one’s nestled up high on 45 acres of gorgeous terrain surrounded by Santa Margarita Ranch. Begin your days with sunrise meditation with views overlooking wine country, followed by a post-breakfast hike, a round of afternoon fitness some dinner, and finally, Yin yoga to wrap up the day. Come nightfall, you’ll get to enjoy a nightcap with a glass of wine by the bonfire. There’s also an outdoor pool where you can kick back and go for a few laps in between sessions.

Yoga instructors: Sessions will be led by the well-traveled pair, Mellisa Joy Scholler and Laurel Van Matre

Sessions: 3 yoga sessions a day

Rooms: choose between single rooms and shared dorms

Great for: all levels

Price: from $2,150

Head to Sedona for a transformative five-day women’s retreat set in – wait for it - a mansion overlooking the mountains. While on this wellness vay-cay, you can expect a generous helping of daily yoga, breath work, meditation, and hikes. To accompany your flows and daily reflections, a healing massage, and nourishing meals prepped by a private chef to help you fuel the right way. The best part? Your retreat, your schedule. That’s right, all workshops throughout the day are optional to suit your pace and your goals.

Yoga instructors: certified life coach Lorri Code and certified yoga instructor Bailee Code

Sessions: totally flexible, but you can expect hiking, vinyasa, a burning bowl ceremony, Soul Process, and more

Rooms: choose between a private room and a shared room

Great for: beginner and intermediate 

Price: from $3,287

Find your zen in LA at this three-day meditation and yoga retreat. Practice will take place in a historic home featuring cozy rooms, a picnic area, dining facilities, a yoga studio, yoga deck, library, free parking, and many more helpful amenities to get you in the flow. During the retreat, you’ll attend a variety of daily yoga sessions including a compulsory Satsang and Asana class, light breakfast, vegetarian brunch, a yoga philosophy workshop as well as other cool impromptu workshops. The end goal? Reconnecting with nature, a sense of renewal, discovering your deepest self, and connecting with others.

Yoga instructors: Swami Sivasankariananda a certified yoga instructor and yoga therapist, and Radha a certified yoga instructor

Sessions:  2 daily yoga classes, community selfless service, Pranayama and more

 Rooms: private rooms only.

 Great for: all levels

 Price: $350

Looking for some peace and serenity? You’ll find it right here. Nestled in Tellico Plains in Tennessee, you’ll be shrouded by virgin forest land, this four-day Smokey Mountain top retreat is the perfect backdrop for contemplation, empowerment, and a killer mountain pose. You’ll stay in gorgeous rustic, cabin-style rooms, receive daily meals, attend two daily yoga classes, a daily strength training class, and various wellness workshops. You’ll also receive one massage treatment and three complimentary gifts to take home. Leave the retreat feeling renewed, stronger, and bendier than ever.

Yoga instructors: Terry Tateoddian, a certified yoga instructor, personal trainer and nutritionist

Sessions: 2 daily yoga sessions, daily strength training, 1 massage session, and various wellness workshops.

Rooms: choose between single or double occupancy room

Great for: all levels

Price: from $1,668

Feeling adventurous? Then get ready for a full weekend of camping, climbing, and cat cows at this three-day women’s weekend yoga and climbing getaway set in Joshua Tree National Park. You’ll start each day with morning yoga among the trees before beginning your climbing day. If climbing is not your usual domain, no need to freak out, AMGA-certified guides will be on hand during your trip to show you the ropes and guide you on the best climbing routes that suit your level.

Note: Each campground features toilets, fire pits, cell service, wood, a few pots and pans, and aluminum foil, but you’ll likely need a cooler and your own dining ware.

Yoga instructors: Amy Ness, founder of Whitney Base Camp and Climbing School, and AcroYoga instructor, Casey Stroud

Sessions:  Daily yoga and climbing sessions

Rooms: Campsites and glamping options available

Great for: all levels – must be able to at least half a mile over varied terrain.

Price: from $475