Hello Dear One~
I'm thrilled to learn you're considering joining me on a weekend retreat to the beautiful Land of the Medicine Buddha located in the Santa Cruz Redwoods.
If we haven't met, I am San Francisco based Vinyasa yoga teacher and owner of a light-filled community yoga studio- The Pad Studios. Join me on this incredible weekend retreat, Summer Camp style, as we immerse ourselves in a remarkable opportunity to receive the nourishing benefits of yoga, meditation, sound, Cacao, sauna, pool and beautiful meals in the pristine Redwoods of the Santa Cruz Mountains.
Nicole Cronin has studied with many teachers across a handful of lineages. She began her yoga journey in 2008 practicing a style of Ashtanga yoga- called Rocket yoga. She then was trained in Hatha, Vinyasa, Slow Flow, Yin & Restorative and completed her 500 Hr with Janet Stone Yoga in 2018. Nicole is known for her intuitive, precise and thoughtful sequencing and approachable, compassionate and light-hearted themes grounded in the 8 Limbs of Yoga.
Santa Cruz, CA is Nicole's hometown and it brings her so much joy to welcome guests to a location so near and dear to her heart.
The Land of The Medicine Buddha (LMB) is a Buddhist retreat center in Santa Cruz, CA set on 108 acres of magical redwood forest amongst the coastal foothills with crisp, fresh ocean and mountain air.
This weekend yoga retreat is for those who love to explore, adventure, practice yoga, move into stillness, connect and disconnect (from technology)!! The Land of the Medicine Buddha even has a working old-school pay phone, if you really want to disconnect:). Don't worry, cell phones work in designated areas.
The Land of the Medicine Buddha has a pool and a sauna as well…we will enjoy our time on this beautiful land no matter what the weather holds for us, although August is usually beautiful and sunny! Lastly, some of Nicole's favorite beaches (New Brighton) & restaurants are just 10 minutes away from the retreat center.
Enjoy beautiful nourishing vegetarian meals lovingly prepared all weekend! Friday Dinner, Saturday Tea & Coffee, Brunch, Lunch & Dinner & Sunday Brunch. Gluten Free options available.
Enjoy all-levels soulful vinyasa flow by Nicole upon arriving Friday afternoon, Saturday & Sunday mornings. Saturday afternoon will be a gentle Slow Flow into Restorative followed by a Cacao Ceremony
Your choice of a single or shared room is included. Every room has their own private bathroom with a shower.
The Land of the Medicine Buddha has many groomed hiking trails and opportunities to walk amongst the Redwoods or down by the river, many opportunities to adventure or go lay amongst the trees
With Santa Cruz native and Esalen trained, Shannon Archea
Optional~ offered by licensed acupuncturist, Jason Cronin
The high likelihood of meeting other amazing humans!:)
The Land of the Medicine Buddha requests no alcohol on property. Namaste:)
Location:
The Land of Medicine Buddha
5800 Prescott Rd, Soquel, CA 95073
Arrival Window: Friday, August 21st 2:00–4:00pm
Room Check-In: 3:30–4:00pm in front of the Main Office
I’ll be outside the front office with your room key and a big smile :)
If you’re able, I highly encourage leaving the Bay Area by noon to avoid traffic.
You can arrive on property anytime on Friday, however, room check in isn't until 3:30-4pm.
Arriving later? No problem—just find me in the Pine Room or dining hall for your key.
Friday, August 21st
Arrive anytime between 12–4pm to enjoy the grounds
3:30–4:00pm Check-In (Find me right outside the Main Office for your Key)
4:30pm Orientation (Pine Room)
4:45–6:00pm Welcome Vinyasa Flow (Pine Room)
6:30pm Dinner
Free time
Saturday, August 22nd
7:00am Light Fruit + Nut Butter & tea/coffee
8:30–9:45am Yoga
10:00am Brunch
1:30pm Lunch
3:00–3:45pm Group Acupuncture (Optional)
4:30pm Slow Flow + Restore + Cacao Ceremony
6:30pm Dinner
Free time
Sunday, August 23rd
7:00am Light breakfast & Coffee & Tea
9:00am Farewell Vinyasa Flow
11:00am Room Check-Out
11:00am Farewell Brunch
