Return to the Heart – 1-Day Retreat at The Hartman Farm

Step away from the busyness of life and reconnect with your inner wisdom at The Hartman Farm in Mechanicsville, iowa hosted by Bethany Hartman, ERYT-500, founder of HEAT Yoga. Just 30 minutes from Cedar Rapids and nestled in the serene beauty of Iowa, this intimate 1-day retreat offers a heart-centered experience designed to help you release what no longer serves you, rediscover joy, and cultivate balance in body, mind, and spirit.

Through guided yoga, breathwork, meditation, creative expression, and reflective exercises, you’ll explore new ways to listen to your heart, direct your energy, and align with your authentic self. Return to the Heart is a unique opportunity to connect with nature, yourself, and a small, supportive community in the warm, welcoming space of a family farm.

By the end of the retreat, you’ll leave with practical tools to carry heart-centered living into your everyday life—feeling grounded, renewed, and connected.

Day 1 – Awakening the Heart {830 AM -4 PM}

Focus: Presence, Playfulness, and Emotional Exploration

• Morning Heart Alignment Flow: A gentle yet intentional yoga session designed to open the chest, shoulders, and spine, paired with focused breathwork to connect with inner stillness.

• Interactive Journaling: Guided prompts focused on uncovering what nurtures your heart and what constricts it. Participants will explore emotional patterns and self-expression.

• Painted Yoga Practice: Using paint and movement, participants translate emotions into creative form, exploring joy, grief, or gratitude in a playful and non-judgmental way.

• Guided Heart Meditation: A visualization to meet your “inner guide” and explore the wisdom of your heart center.

• Evening Circle: Sound Bath, group reflection and discussion on insights from the day, emphasizing connection and shared experiences.