Yoga Self-Care Retreat for Body, Mind & Spirit
With Meerabai Jackson and Gayatri Kretzmann
April 10 - 12, 2026
Unplug, Slow Down, and Rediscover the Joy of True Self-Care
BONUS: Included is a visit to the world-renowned Crystal Hermitage Gardens in peak Tulip Season. 20,000 tulips await you!
Are You Longing for a Reset That Nourishes You—Body, Mind & Soul?
Are you longing to find more balance and inner harmony? To create a lifestyle that can keep you centered and uplifted? Take a break from the busyness of life and give yourself a gift that will keep giving. This retreat is a sanctuary for your soul—a sacred pause to rest, renew, and remember who you truly are. When your body, mind, and spirit are in balance, you radiate harmony into every area of your life.
This retreat isn’t about escape—it’s about coming home to yourself.
During This Retreat, You’ll Experience:
- Gentle and Restorative Yoga to release tension and reconnect with your body in a loving way
- Guided Meditation, Journaling, and Affirmations to calm your mind and strengthen inner clarity
- Spiritual Teachings on Relaxation and Self-Care that you can carry into your daily routine
- Free time for inner sanctuary—to rest, reflect, and simply be
- A Soul-nourishing Visit to the Crystal Hermitage Gardens, where 20,000 tulips bloom in extraordinarily beautiful gardens.
Are you Ready to Reconnect, Recharge, and Rise?
Imagine…
You’re lying in Savasana, the soft breeze from an open window drifting across your face, as sunlight dances gently through pine branches outside. Your breath is calm. Your body, finally still. And your mind—quiet for the first time in days—begins to soften into a deep, nourishing peace.
Later that afternoon, you wander into the gardens of the Crystal Hermitage, 20,000 tulips in bloom, whispering color and beauty into your heart. You feel something shift inside. An exhale. A coming home.
This is the self-care your soul has been asking for.
Come Home to Your Center. Restore Your Energy. Awaken Your Spirit.
Through gentle yoga, meditation, relaxation, and guided self-reflection, you’ll experience a weekend of deep replenishment and spiritual renewal. Whether you’re new to these practices or returning after time away, you’ll feel supported every step of the way.
You’ll leave not only rested—but recharged, inspired, and empowered with tools to create a self-care lifestyle that brings more balance, joy, and inner harmony into your everyday life.
What is Ananda Self-Care?
At Ananda, self-care is more than pampering. It’s a spiritual practice—nurturing body, mind, and soul so you can live in alignment with your highest Self. It’s how you refill your cup, remember your purpose, and return to your life with more energy, clarity, and joy.
From Retreat to Real Life
Go home not only feeling better—but living better. You’ll have gained practical tools and inner shifts that help you create a more conscious, joyful, and balanced life. This weekend is your invitation to slow down, listen deeply, and honor what your heart truly needs.
About the Hosts
Meerabai Jackson
Her gentle and grounded presence is felt by all. Among her many talents, Meerabai is gifted at holding others in her awareness, and is deeply sensitive to their needs. Meerabai has lived at Ananda Village since 2013 and serves as Guest Services manager, lovingly supporting the staff, guest reservations and accommodations. She’s also a regular […]
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Gayatri Kretzmann
Born in Maryland, Gayatri moved to Ananda in 2017. Since then, she has served in various roles—including yoga and meditation instructor, high school science teacher, and retreat center cook. As a new mother, she finds joy in connecting with other parents to support and inspire spiritual family life. Gayatri is part of the team that […]
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