Had a great time at the Shasta Embodied Joy retreat. Everyone was welcoming and kind. Yoga, breath work and guided meditations were invigorating and restorative. I enjoyed the delicious healthy food, fellowship with amazing women, and the beautiful location at the base of Mount Shasta. Kirstin and Melissa put on another great retreat!

Beautiful retreat setting near outdoor activities, very comfortable beds, excellent food, thoughtful and engaging yoga, breath, and meditation sessions.

Beautiful retreat. Excellent hosts & lovely schedule. I loved the group & will go again.

My experience at Haramara was truly magical. The retreat is a sanctuary by the ocean, surrounded by nature and the soothing sound of waves. From the moment I arrived, I felt welcomed and supported by the Haramara staff and our Lighten Up group. Kristen and Mel created a week long, safe space with other incredible humans to explore our minds and bodies through; intention setting, all levels yoga(one session in the morning and one in the afternoon), breath work, tarot reading and a crystal grid, all aligned with the week's theme, Lighten Up. Our week started with an intention setting ceremony, where we wrote our intention on a piece of paper and placed it in a bowl. We each picked out an intention of someone else and held it through the week. This made me feel instantly connected to the group and valued. Each day brought moments of peace and self-discovery. Whether savoring the delicious meals, a massage, a simple cup of coffee in a hand-painted mug or walking barefoot, silently through the trees to the beach, I felt gratitude and clarity. The yoga sessions, the ocean air, the whale watching (on a boat and from the pool), walks into town, and the beauty of the surroundings, grounded and connected me to myself in ways I never thought possible. Letting go of things that no longer served me. Haramara is more than a retreat—it is a place for healing, growth, and deep connection with yourself and others. I left feeling lighter, refreshed, inspired, and grateful for every moment. Highly recommend for anyone seeking peace, purpose, and a truly transformative experience. I loved this retreat so much that I signed up for the next retreat hosted by Kristen and Mel: Elevate & Evolve: A Retreat for Whole-Being Renewal.

This was my first time attending a yoga retreat with Kristin and Mel and it was outstanding. Haramara Retreat in Sayulita, Mexcio is a breathtakingly beautiful yoga retreat that offers a serene and rejuventating experience. The accommodations, though simple, are charming with oil lamps and candles, creating a peaceful ambiance. Kristin and Mel were the perfect retreat leaders offering a lightly structured day with yoga twice a day and outings that were incredibly memorable. The meals were delicious and more importantly the women they gathered together were exceptional. I will follow Kristin and Mel wherever they go in the world!