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About this trip
Take a deep breath. Slow down. Connect to nature. This retreat will bring you back to yourself.
Deepen your yoga and meditation practices, enjoy unlimited time in the resort spa, and visit the infamous Yosemite Valley. Enjoy delicious meals, relax in the hot tub or sauna, and experience the amazing outdoors.
This 4 day retreat takes place at the Yosemite Bug, a rustic resort in Midpines, California, 27 miles from Yosemite Valley that dates back to the 1930s. Freshly prepared breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served at the June Bug Cafe. Practice yoga (vinyasa and restorative), meditation, and pranayama (breath work) with a dedicated and experienced teacher.
Visit the Yosemite Valley taking a scenic bus ride to and from the park, or driving your car on your own. (You can request a packed lunch to bring with you on your visit to the park!) The spa is part of your retreat package with unlimited access to the hot tub and sauna. Book a soothing massage for an additional fee. Leave our retreat blissed, refreshed, and inspired.
Sample Schedule
Subject to Minor Changes
Day 1
Check in + Get Settled - 3:00pm
Dinner - 6:00pm
Opening Circle + Welcome - 7:15pm
Day 2
Vinyasa Yoga and Meditation - 7:30am
Breakfast - 9:00am
Free time - Visit Yosemite Valley, relax in spa, explore, etc.
Lunch can be packed to bring to Yosemite or eaten in the restaurant
Gentle Practice (eg. Yoga Nidra, Meditation, Restorative) - 6:00pm
Dinner - 7:15pm
Day 3
Vinyasa Yoga and Meditation - 7:30am
Breakfast - 9:00am
Free time- Visit Yosemite Valley, relax in spa, explore, etc.
Lunch can be packed to bring to Yosemite or eaten in the restaurant
Gentle Practice (eg. Yoga Nidra, Meditation, Restorative)- 6:00pm
Dinner - 7:15pm
Day 4
Farewell Yoga and Meditation - 7:30am
Breakfast- 9:00am
Check Out of Dorm - 10:00am
Check Out of Other Rooms - 11:00am
Lunch- anytime. You can even take it to go with you!
About Christie Pitko
Christie Pitko, ERYT 500 is an expert at leading retreats both in the U.S. and abroad. She guides 5-6 retreats per year, and has been hosting retreats since 2014.
Christie is a dedicated student and full-time yoga and meditation teacher in San Francisco, California. She has taught over 3000 hours of yoga classes. She is part of the faculty at Yoga Garden San Francisco for their 200 hour teacher training program. She teaches alignment-based yoga, restorative, as well as meditation. Her biggest influences are Annie Carpenter and Richard Rosen whom she studies with frequently.
Learn more about Christie Pitko here: https://www.christiepitkoyoga.com/about
What to Bring
Clothing layers
Funds for transportation and entrance fee to the park
Water bottle
Yoga mat
Bug spray
Face masks
Backpack
Comfortable shoes for walking and hiking
Bathing suit for hot tub
Eye pillow (optional)
Important Things to Note
Prior to attending, we require proof of vaccination by emailing a photo of your vaccination card to christie@shiftingandinspired.com
Deposit is non-refundable. There will be no refunds 60 days prior to start of retreat. Please purchase travel insurance within 14 days of booking. Travel insurance is highly recommended in case you need to cancel for any reason, including Covid 19. We recommend World Nomads.
Note that most cell phones may not work in the rooms. There is WiFi in the restaurant.
Remainder of balance must be paid by February 1st, 2023.
Transportation to Yosemite
The fee to enter the park is not included in this package. The Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort is 27 miles from Yosemite National Park. It will take about 45 minutes to an hour to get there by car.
One way to visit the park is to drive. You'd pay separately for park admission as well as parking. Here are the details: Yosemite Park Entrance Website
Single vehicle entrance fee = $35 (not per person per car/ truck/ RV or Van w 15 seats or less)
(HWY 140)
Another way is to take the YARTS scenic bus, which picks up at the Bug and takes you directly to the park. I have personally done this, and really enjoyed it. The ride is about an hour and 20 minutes due to the stops the bus makes.
Please visit the YARTS website for the schedule and to purchase tickets.
We recommend purchasing YARTS tickets ahead of time. Note that the walk from your room at the Bug to the bus stop is about 15 minutes. $10 each way and it includes day use access to the park.
What’s included
- 3 nights accommodationsSingle, shared, or female dorm rooms in the rustic Yosemite Bug Resort
- Freshly made mealsBreakfast, lunch, and dinner are served at the June Bug Cafe. Packed lunches available by request when you are going to the Yosemite Valley!
- Daily yogaMix of alignment-based vinyasa flow and restorative or yoga nidra in the evenings.
- Daily meditationMindfully guided meditations
- Unlimited spa accessEnjoy the hot tub and sauna at the resort
- Coffee, tea, waterAvailable 7am-9pm in the June Bug Cafe.
- Towels, linens, soapYour room will have towels, linens, soap, shampoo, and conditioner..
- Community kitchenSeparate from the dining room. Use this if you want to store snacks, or if you come early, stay late, etc.
- Transportation to BugFresno airport - 2 hours drive. Oakland, San Francisco, and San Jose about 3 hours drive. We recommend renting a car to drive to the resort.
- Entrance fee for park
- Travel InsuranceHighly, highly recommended if you need to cancel for any reason. There are no refunds if we are 60 days from to the retreat, and the deposit is non-refundable.
- Transport to YosemiteOur venue is 27 miles from the famous Yosemite Valley. You can drive or take the scenic shuttle.
- Alcoholic beveragesThe Cafe sells beer and wine.
- Additional spa treatmentReceive massage or book a private salt and essential oil soak for an additional fee
Available Packages
This room is for ONE person.This is a single queen room and private bathroom all to yourself. If you are bringing another person with you, you must book a double room. If you are a couple sharing a bed, you must book a Queen Couples Room, with the price being per person.
Remainder of balance must be paid by August 22nd, 2022.
Price is PER PERSON. You must bring another person with you. This is a shared room for 2 people with 2 queen beds. This room also has a private bathroom.
Remainder of balance must be paid by August 22nd, 2022.
Price is PER PERSON. You must bring 3 people. This is a shared room for 3 people with a queen and 2 twins This room also has a private bathroom.
Remainder of balance must be paid by August 22nd, 2022.
Price is per person and you must share a bed. This is a room with a queen bed for couples and a private bathroom.
Remainder of balance must be paid by August 22nd, 2022.