Re-Source & Essential Nature

with Laura Fuller, M.A., C.Ht., S.E.P.

January 3rd - 6th, 2026

Saturday 4 pm - Tuesday 11 am

Deep in the silent and unseen, a new way can begin.

Come empty into stillness and be held by the generative darkness of Winter in the Valley. Let your energy return to the purest root of your existence. Refine your direct relationship with truth and source. Release what is done, integrate the wisdom of all you have made it through. Redefine the foundations from which you will go forward from here. 

For some plants in Winter, the energy rests in the roots. Outward expressions go dormant. From an outside observer, it may even appear that the plant is dead, but it is not. The energy goes to the roots to re-source. It is a great wisdom to take this pause. The process of return to essence, brings restoration - and an opportunity to refine the root from which you will grow forward from. This pause takes courage and gives incredible gifts of self-authority and peace. As we reclaim our direct root to source, we deepen our capacity to listen and choose.

During our time together, you will get to enjoy the beauty of nature of Zion National Park and also the beauty of the grounds and buildings of Nama-stay. Nama-stay is built with exquisite intelligence which deeply supports an inner organizing of energy. The space, the practices, and the energy of the group will support you to empty and deepen trust in the nurturing presence of life.

This intimate retreat will include:

Deeply held space for group connection, meditation and yoga to help you rest into essence, breathwork for meeting and mending any places where you got stuck or weakened, a tea ceremony for presence and profound connection, free time to rest and enjoy, and a guided process of contemplation where you will define the values that you want to live from this year. There will also be the options for private sessions, including talk-based sessions and massage sessions for support of heart, soul, and body. In free times, you are welcome to rent e-bikes to explore Zion National Park.

The timing of this retreat begins the year. We will leave the retreat on January 6th - Epiphany - and begin in a new way.

What we will be doing:

• Circle work & connection - We will create a space together of deep listening and sharing. Especially in a small group, the alchemy of group work is present and it becomes clear that each person is a part of the medicine. Circle work and work in partners will help you connect to the group and to yourself. 

• Yoga - Yoga is a sweet, gentle way to cultivate peace in the body, mind, and soul. It supports you to meet yourself with kindness, rest and restore, and continue forward with reassurance and faith. Morning classes will be energizing, building strength, and helping focus the mind. Evening classes will be restorative and will lead into silent meditations. All levels of experience will be supported.

• Meditation - In the quiet and darkness of the mornings and evenings, we will go deep into meditation. This may include chanting, kriya, or breathing and focusing practices. 

• Breathwork  - The term "Breathwork" refers to the technique of the consciously connected breath. It is a ceremonial use of the breath that will take you to states of revelation and healing. In the afternoons, we will do processes of contemplation that will lead into a session of breathwork that will support you in whatever healing is needing to be done. 

• Contemplation of Values - over our 4 days together, you will be guided in a contemplation of values that you want to root into this year. 

• Art Table  - We will build an art table together where anyone can come to explore and express. If you are willing, please bring some art supplies to contribute.

• Free time - There will be free time in the middle of the day. During this time, you can rest, journal, reflect, connect with others, or journey into the national park.

•Tea Ceremony A beautiful tea ceremony will be guided by Atonka Ma. Through presence and the magic of connection to nature, and sitting together in this practice, guidance and medicine will come.

Description:

Our accommodations will include the beautiful Nama-Stay Retreat House, plus 8 private cabins. Regardless of if you stay in the house or in the cabins, you will have use of the common areas in the house during free time, providing us a warm and beautiful place to connect. You may choose to have your own private space in a cabin that you can enjoy alone, or with a partner, friend, or roommate. Or, you can choose a room in the house to have as your private space, or to share.

There is a beautiful studio space for our yoga and a dining room in a separate building that is just across the yard from the house. The cabin are locate in between the house and the pavilion. The whole property is spacious, but very local and accessible (no long walks, just a few steps.

The gorgeous Nama-Stay property in Springdale UT, 5 minutes away from the Zion National Park entrance and walking distance to the grocery store, restaurants, coffee shops, outfitters, and shuttle stops.  This provides perfect options between a deep, quiet retreat and connection with retreat participants and with the energy of the world and beauty of nature. The retreat property is very quiet and still. These amazing rooms become your sanctuary space during your time visiting.

Each Cabin offers a harmony for you to relax and rejuvenate. The Nama-Stay Cabins are only footsteps away from our Nama-Stay dining room and meditation space, yet each unit has its own charm of privacy within its own space. With a beautiful, simple zen interior these Rooms invite you to let your thoughts go and truly relax. Each Cabin has a luxurious shower/bathroom, cabinetry, granite countertops, and a mini fridge! There is no microwave, grill, or stove top. 

Each room has a sweet patio with some of the best sunsets in Zion.

The house has a beautiful, spacious interior and each room is different. There is a shared kitchen. Please read the descriptions below to see your options.

Each unit is allocated one parking space. Please contact if you are going to bring more than one vehicle so we can show you the overflow parking options.

Neighborhood
The Nama-Stay property is tucked away in a private lane property, in the town of Springdale.

Other things to note:
There is a $25 fee for any lost/misplaced Cabin keys.  Quiet hours are from 10PM-8AM  

WIFI in the mountains is good but not like what one may experience in the cities. If you need to work during your visit we recommend you bring your hotspot as well, or visit our local library. The WIFI tends to slow down early in the mornings and later in the evenings due to everyone on Property and in town all trying to use it at the same time.

– When enrolling:

When enrolling for this retreat, you enroll by selecting your accommodations. There are different costs based on different accommodations and also based on whether you are sharing a room with others. The costs include all retreat costs (not just your room and space) - this includes rood, shared spaces, classes, and supplies. For this reason, it is not direct division when you add another person to the room.

Below, you will select your accommodation and how many people you will be sharing with. There are multiple entries listed for each room because of different options for how many people you are bringing to share with. Please select the room and share (or private) that you desire.

Rooms include

Cabins

• 2 cabins with 2 twin beds, private bathroom, patio, and mini fridge - for 2 people - come with a friend or be assigned a roommate.

• 6 cabins with a queen bed, private bathroom, patio, and mini fridge - could be a private space for one person or could be shared with a partner or friend that you will share a bed with..

House

• Bedroom with a King bed and private bathroom - for 1 or 2 people - this could be a beautiful private room, or shared bed with partner or friend.

• Bedroom with two queen beds, private bathroom and patio access - for 1 to 4 people - sharing 2 beds - a lovely space to share with a friend. Or a low-price option if you are bringing a group.

• Bedroom with two twin beds, uses house shared bathroom - for 1 or 2 people.

Check-in opens on Saturday, January 3rd, 2026 at 4:00 pm
Check-out is Tuesday, January 6th, 2026 at 11:00 am
(the retreat will finish after brunch)

Brunch, afternoon snack/light lunch, and dinner will be provided. Food will be clean, healthy, and nourishing. Meals will be prepared in a way where you will be able to eat vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free. Those who want to add meat, egg, dairy, or bread can do so. There will be a few meals with meat/fish. We will do our best to accommodate special needs. There is a grocery store walking distance. Please let me know your needs and we will see if we can accommodate.   

Everyone is invited to contribute a favorite box of tea to share with the group.

If you cancel more than 120 days before your retreat start date, 100% of your payment will be refunded.
If you cancel 119 – 70 days before your retreat start date, 75% of your payment will be refunded.  
If you cancel 31 – 69 days before your retreat start date, 50% of your payment will be refunded.  
If you cancel 30 days or less before your retreat start date, you can apply 25% of your payment to another retreat. Please do not come if you are sick. Do your best to ensure good health leading up to the event. As all money will have already been paid out, I will have to stick to these policies so please purchase trip insurance in case there is illness or emergency.

It is recommended that you purchase trip insurance if you think there may be a possibility that you can't make it due to illness or life circumstances. Money most likely can't be refunded beyond what is listed in this policy, even with medical reason.

Weather and Climate in Springdale (Zion), Utah, in winter is absolutely beautiful, with crisp clean air, and often snow-capped mountains to view. 

Plan and pack accordingly for these averages and we will provide more accurate forecasts as the date nears.

January averages:

High: 54 °F

Low:  30 °F

Precipitation: 1.8"

Snowfall: 12.5 Days 

The Zion National Park shuttle service does not operate during winter months (Dec-May), as such, visitors can drive personal vehicles on Zion Canyon Scenic Drive.

Zion National Park Daily Entrance Fees range from $20-$35 (walk-in, motorcycle, or car), or an annual pass for $70. An annual pass for all US National Parks is $80.

For more information about Zion National Park visit this website:

https://www.nps.gov/zion/index.htm

Driving to Springdale, Utah

From Los Angeles (500 miles) about an 8 hour drive, depending on your route and stops along the way.

From Las Vegas (170 miles) about a 2.5-3 hour drive 

Check with Waze or Google Maps for a more accurate route. It's a good idea to print-out your route before traveling, in case loss of cell service along the way.

*Note: depending upon your route, you may travel through the National Park, in which case, be prepared to pay the park entrance fee ($35 for cars).

International Airport:
Las Vegas, Nevada (170 miles)

Closest Airports is Regional:
Saint George, Utah (49 miles) has flights from Salt Lake City, Utah and Denver, Colorado.

Shuttle

Saint George Shuttle runs daily from Los Vegas to Saint George, Utah

Red Rock Shuttle offers taxi/shuttle service from Saint George to Springdale, Utah

Rental cars are available at both airports

Due to Nama-Stay already having animals on the property, no pets will be allowed. Even my Labrador, Dolly, will not be attending this event.