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About this trip
We know that finding calm and serenity is not always a piece of cake in today’s fast-paced world, so Erik and Britany have teamed up to bring you a little sunshine, a lot of community, tons of yoga and climbing, and the kind of fun you just can't resist!
Oh yes, join us for a 4-day climbing and yoga retreat! Nestled in Owens River Gorge near Bishop, one of the most sought-after climbing destinations in the West, this retreat is all about doing what you love, finding adventure, cultivating community, and strengthening your mind and body. Regardless of your experience, enjoy one-on-one rock climbing sessions and daily yoga practices. And when you’re not at the crag or the mat, savor delectable meals prepared by a chef, and wake up to fresh coffee sourced from a family friend and roaster. The evenings will be filled with delicious food, optional bevies, fireside chats and awesome community!
What's Included
- 4-days of endless fun, community, learning, and psych!
- Professional, guided climbing instruction with one-on-one attention
- A daily yoga practice with recovery movement, as well as introspective group work and journaling
- 3-nights of beautiful lodging at the East Side Guesthouse & Bivy
- Fresh chef prepared meals - breakfast, lunch + snacks, and dinner
- Climbing ropes, quick draws, and personal climbing gear can also be provided
- Gift box & T-Shirt with goodies to take home and enjoy!
- Gratuities for chef and lodging services
Climbing skills taught on this trip
- All levels are welcome!
- Lead and top rope climbing and belaying
- Anchor systems and rope management
- Safety management and rappelling technique
- You can opt to stay a few extra days to work with Erik one-on-one to learn more in-depth climbing or multi-pitch skills - experience dependent.
Yoga Practice & Group Work
- Enjoy a daily morning yoga practice. It will be a juicy, slow warming practice to open the body, mind and heart
- Daily breathwork with extended stretching and restorative practices to renew the body and retrain the nervous system
- Daily introspective writing through journal prompts
- Group and partner work to cultivate a greater capacity for courageous living and personal
Physical Requirements
- Ability to hike two miles over varied terrain while carrying a 15 lb backpack
- Ability to do 20 squats and 1/2 a pull up
- Must be 21 years of age or older
What's not included
- Airfare or travel to Bishop, CA
- Yoga mat (required)
- Trip protection, medical expenses, accident coverage
- Gratuities to guides and yoga teacher (We recommend $250-$500 experience dependent)
Packing requirements & Details to note
- Required equipment (NOTE: all climbing gear can be provided if needed)
- Climbing gear - climbing shoes, harness, and helmet; and an ATC Guide or Grigri, a PAS/personal anchor system (NOTE: all can be provided if needed)
- Yoga mat
- Journal, a pencil, or pen
- Headlamp with extra batteries
- You'll fly into Bishop, CA. This is the closest Airport.
- The climbing area is in Owens River Gorge.
- This is the Mountain Project link to the climbing area is here. You may want to download the Mountain Project App as well as that specific location in the app area before arriving.
Trip Itinerary
Friday (11/01):
- 6:00-8:00pm Arrival & Set-up, Gift Bags
- 8:30pm Intros & Happy Hour
Saturday (11/02):
- 7:00am Yoga & Morning Meditation
- 8:30am Breakfast & Pack bags for the day
- 9:30am - 5:30pm Climbing in Owens River Gorge
- 6:00pm Restorative Yoga, Stretching, Group Work
- 7:30pm Dinner & chill time
Sunday (11/03):
- 7:00am Yoga & Morning Meditation
- 8:30am Breakfast & Pack bags for the day
- 9:30am - 5:30pm Climbing in Owens River Gorge
- 6:00pm Restorative Yoga, Stretching, Group Work
- 7:30pm Dinner & chill time
Monday (11/04):
- 7:00am Yoga & Morning Meditation
- 8:30am Breakfast & Pack bags for the day
- 9:30am - 4:30pm Climbing in Owens River Gorge
- 5:00pm Goodbyes
Available Packages
- Twin bunk bed in a private, co-ed, shared room
- Private bathroom, air conditioning, heat, electricity, linens and towels provided
- This private bunk room sleeps six. Each bed has a private area for personal belongings
- Great Wifi and shared community spaces for lounging
The bunks are handcrafted beds that offer a sturdy and quiet wrap-around wooden enclosure with privacy curtains. Each bed has a reading lamp and a USB outlet to charge your phone or computer. There is ample, lockable storage space beneath each bed (Locker dimensions: 36″ deep, 36″ wide, 14″ tall). A beautiful newly constructed bathroom is attached to each room.
- Queen bed in a private room - sleeps two
- Add another person to this booking for $1,195
- Private bathroom, air conditioning, heat, electricity, linens and towels provided
- Great Wifi and shared community spaces for lounging
- Queen bed in a private room with dedicated desk area - sleeps two
- Add another person to this booking for $1,195
- Private bathroom, air conditioning, heat, electricity, linens and towels provided
- Great Wifi and shared community spaces for lounging
- King bed in a private room with a workspace - sleeps two
- Add another person to this booking for $1,195
- Private bathroom, air conditioning, heat, electricity, linens and towels provided
- Great Wifi and shared community spaces for lounging
Additional person in queen or king room booking.
The perfect way to adventure with your favorite person.
Custom payment plans are available. Your initial payment, upon booking, is $250. This holds your room.