Somatic Yoga Retreats
Life is hectic.
“Life is hectic. That’s why these retreats are so powerful—they offer a sacred container of somatic embodiment, rest and community where you can realign with what truly matters.
Unlock Your Body's Wisdom:A Somatic Yoga Retreat
Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health • February 1-6, 2026
At Kripalu, surrounded by nature, nourished by wholesome food, and supported by compassionate guidance, you’ll have the rare chance to truly listen—
to what your body needs, what your heart longs for, and what your spirit remembers.
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When you return home, you bring more than memories.
You bring embodied tools for navigating life with clarity, ease, and resilience.
“I came away more centered and connected
to who I am at this moment in life.” ~ Bonnie
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Unlock Your Body's Wisdom: A Somatic Yoga Retreat
with Karin Weinstein & Bobbie Ellis
Are you ready to slow down, reconnect, and listen to the wisdom within?
Join us for Unlock Your Body’s Wisdom, a 5-day immersive somatic yoga retreat at Kripalu designed to help you deepen your connection to your body, quiet your mind, and restore your natural vitality.
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Guided by somatic yoga educators Bobbie Ellis and Karin Weinstein, this immersive retreat weaves together gentle yoga, mindful movement, breathwork, meditation, and guided self-inquiry to help you move with greater ease, awareness, and joy. You’ll explore what it means to truly inhabit your body as a source of healing and strength.​
Slowing Down: A Radical Act of Rebellion
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In a culture that glorifies hustle, productivity, and perpetual motion, slowing down is revolutionary. It challenges the belief that our worth is measured by how much we do, achieve, or produce.
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Taking a full week for yourself is not indulgent—it’s an act of reclamation. It says: My wellbeing matters. My pace matters. My presence matters.
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When you step away from constant striving, something profound happens. The noise quiets. The nervous system exhales. Space opens for reflection, creativity, and the simple joy of being alive.
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This retreat isn’t about checking out—it’s about opting in to a saner, more sustainable way of living. One where rest is productive, movement is mindful, and doing less allows you to experience more: more connection, more vitality, more peace.
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By slowing down, you create the conditions for true healing—physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
And in doing so, you model a new kind of strength: one rooted in presence, not pressure.
“The retreat unfolded like a labyrinth.
I knew what to expect, but also welcomed the surprises.
It was an organic process of learning and connection.” ~ Kristy
What to Expect:
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Somatic Yoga & Gentle Movement: Mindful, accessible practices that invite curiosity, freedom, and presence.
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Breathwork & Meditation: Techniques to calm your nervous system and expand awareness.
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Creative Reflection: Journaling and expressive practices to integrate your insights.
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Community Connection: Experience the power of shared practice in a supportive circle of women.
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There was no high pressure—only kindness and playfulness.
It was exactly what I didn’t know I needed.” ~ Tina
​Benefits of Attending:
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Release physical tension and emotional stress.
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Build resilience and body awareness for everyday life.
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Reconnect with your creativity and inner compass.
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Leave feeling grounded, energized, and renewed.
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Who Is This Somatic Yoga Retreat For?
This retreat is open to all levels, from beginners to experienced practitioners. If you’re seeking a nourishing reset or longing to reconnect with your body and your inner wisdom, this week is for you.
Join us and begin a journey toward greater harmony and balance in your life.
A Deeper Investment in Self-Care
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It’s easy to think of self-care as something small—a massage, a walk, a weekend away. Those things help, but their effects are often fleeting. A weeklong immersion creates lasting change that ripples into how you move, think, and live long after you return home.
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When you commit to a full week:
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You give your body enough time to release long-held tension rather than just manage it.
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You give your mind enough space to shift patterns of overthinking and reactivity.
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You give your heart enough safety to open to what’s ready to be felt, released, or renewed.
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You give your nervous system enough rest to recalibrate to calm and clarity.
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This is more than a retreat. It’s an investment in your healthspan—in the quality of your future days, not just their number.
Slowing Down: A Radical Act of Rebellion
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The Value Beyond the Price
The cost of a week away may seem significant—especially in this economic climate—but the return is profound and enduring. You’re not buying another experience—you’re creating the conditions for long-term wellbeing, and that is priceless.
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Think of it as tending to the foundation rather than the surface:
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Gain life-long tools for handling stress.
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Sleep better.
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Improve nervous system regulation.
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Renew energy and focus.
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Find a deeper sense of self that supports everything you do.
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A weekend may give you a glimpse of possibility, while a week gives you embodiment—the time to integrate that possibility into your daily life.
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So yes—the cost is higher. But so is the return.
A week at Kripalu is not an expense. It’s an act of devotion—to your body, your wellbeing, and the life you want to live.