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Ayurveda Summer Wellness Retreat: Balancing Pitta Season
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Ayurveda Summer Wellness Retreat: Balancing Pitta Season
4.93134 reviews
141 Monastery Road, Sand Springs, OK, USA
Up to 15 in group
July 11 - 13, 2025
Retreat Highlights
- Community.
- Meditation.
- Nature.
- Hiking.
About this Retreat
Your Guides
Jeni is a perimenopause guide and educator. She helps you navigate the confusion of your perimenopause with a holistic framework of spiritual and practical practices, interwoven with Ayurvedic feminine wisdom, so you can find relief and be resourced for menopause. You can follow her writings and offerings at jenienns.com
She is rooted in the earth-based, Celtic spirituality of her ancestors and in the Divine Feminine. Her spirituality is very much centered in the cycles of nature and the seasons. As a ceremonialist, she loves to create ceremonies for herself and others (personalized rites of passage ceremonies), a potent and transformative way to move through the seasons of life.
From 2016 – 2018 and in 2024, she lived and served at the Forest in various capacities. She spent 2024 at the Forest in a menopause sabbatical.
Certifications
Red School Menstruality Mentor Ayurvedic Health Counselor, Kerala Ayurveda Academy Ayurvedic Skin and Body Care, Kerala Ayurveda Academy Ayurvedic Assessment and Pulse Diagnosis, Kerala Ayurveda Academy Menopause Health Coach, MyMT Menopause Joint Health, MyMT Womb Awakening 9 Moon Apprenticeship As an Ayurvedic Health Counselor, she can:- Determine your unique constitution and imbalances.
- Help restore and preserve health and prevent disease.
- Understand your history.
- Make preventative recommendations for diet, lifestyle, daily and seasonal routines, and supplements.
- Teach Ayurvedic concepts.
- Teach Ayurvedic cooking classes.
- Diagnose diseases.
- Treat diseases.
- Prescribe treatments or medicines.
Details of this retreat
Cooling and Heart Opening
Explore Ayurvedic Skin and Body Care
During the time of year when the Pitta dosha rules the summer season, when the sun blazes high and Pitta energy is at its most intense, we invite you to step into a sanctuary of cooling, heart-opening renewal at the Forest of Peace
Join us for a restorative and playful Ayurvedic retreat designed to balance the heat of the season with gentle self-care, Ayurvedic skin and body care, and the soothing embrace of the full moon.
What awaits you
Join certified Ayurvedic Health Counselor Jeni Enns for a weekend to nourish the mind, body, and senses through theory, experiential practices, and time on the Forest's beautiful grounds. Over this weekend in the company of a caring community, you’ll experience:
✨ Ayurveda & the doshas: A welcoming introduction to Ayurveda and how to stay in balance during the summer Pitta season.
💆🏽♀️ Skin & body care: Nourishing self-care rituals with massage oils, floral waters, and soothing botanicals for your skin and body.
🌊 Fun & play: Activities that encourage fun and play in a way that feels lighthearted and free (Pitta needs that!). We'll make mason jar lanterns and decorate them with images and objects that delight us.
🌸 Heart-opening practices: Gentle movement, breathwork, and ceremonies to soften, expand, and invite ease into the summer season.
🌕 Moon bathing ritual: An enchanting walk under the full moon with our mason jar lanterns, honoring its cooling, calming energy.
This retreat is less about learning and more about experiencing joy, beauty, and rejuvenation. This weekend is an invitation to soften, restore, and reconnect in the forest during the summer heat.
About Ayurveda
Ayurveda is an ancient, 5,000 year-old health system from India and means the science or wisdom of life: Ayur (life) and Veda (study or knowledge). It's thought to be the oldest healing system in the world. The knowledge contained in Ayurveda encompasses the nature, scope, and purpose of life.
Pitta is the fire dosha in Ayurveda. It can be balanced by cooling foods and activities, heart-opening practices, and joyful play without an agenda.
It's the art of daily living. Ayurveda says that health encompasses every aspect of your life, such as physical, spiritual, emotional, mental, environmental, financial, vocational, relationships, and so on.
Ayurveda is a sister science with yoga. The reason for practicing Ayurveda, such as through food and lifestyle, is to create the right conditions for your body and life to create yoga, the union of self with the Divine.
Who this is for
This retreat is for you if you're:
A total beginner to Ayurveda and want to learn about balancing the Pitta dosha during the Pitta time of year.
You've practiced Ayurveda in the past and want to refresh your memory and get back into it.
What's included
Skincare kit
You'll receive a skincare kit of Ayurvedic goodies.
Meals
All meals from Friday dinner through Sunday brunch. The meals will be Pitta-balancing with vegetarian, vegan, and meat options.
Lodging or commuter options
You can stay in a cabin overnight or stay offsite and come as a commuter. If you choose to commute, we kindly ask that you commit yourself to the weekend and the schedule of the retreat to avoid disruptions to the group. We find this creates a better experience for everyone, including yourself.
You can optionally add-on Thursday night if you want an extra day to relax at the Forest before the retreat starts. To do this, add-on an extra night during the registration process.
What's not included
Personalized assessment of your dosha or state of imbalance.
Personalized recommendations of foods, supplements, etc.
Ayurveda is highly personalized, and the scope of this weekend is to provide you with education, exploration, and experiences of self-discovery that you can easily incorporate into your life. You can optionally add-on a personalized consultation with Jeni as an Ayurvedic health counselor (or with a recommended Ayurvedic practitioner) to get a personal assessment of your dosha and what may be out of balance.
An Ayurvedic consultation is a very thorough process of up to two hours of time and includes a lengthy discovery of your entire, holistic picture of health. If you'd like to know more and get pricing, please contact hello @ redearthcircle.com.
What to bring
Your favorite yoga mat.
If you'd like to experiment with self-massage (abhyanga) oil in your cabin, bring an old towel and flip-flops or shower shoes that you don't mind getting oily.
Comfortable clothes.
Journal.
Testimonials
Jeni was an absolutely amazing retreat leader and kind soul. She put forth a tremendous effort for a very well-thought-out retreat. Highly recommended!
Jennifer
What a fantastic group! I appreciated Jeni's sincerity, compassion, and knowledge shared during the Menopause Retreat. She was an exceedingly gracious, creative and caring host. 5 out of 5 stars!
Amy
Schedule
(Subject to change)
Friday
1:30-5:30 Arrival, check in, settle into cabins if staying overnight
4:30 Meditation
5:30 Dinner and introductions
6:30 Opening ceremony, intro to Ayurveda, the elements, doshas, learning about Pitta, electronics off by 8:00 PM
9:00 Yoga nidra for sleep
10:00 Lights out
Saturday: We'll experience an "ideal" day according to the circadian rhythms of the Ayurvedic "clock"
7:00-8:00 Morning sadhana: Silent meditation, breath work, movement (your choice: yoga or walking on grounds)
8:00-9:00 Self-serve silent breakfast
9:00 Skin and body care rituals and exploration
12:00 Community meditation (optional) or rest
12:30 Lunch and free time
2:30 Fun and creative time: mason jar lanterns
5:30 Dinner
7:00 Evening cooling activities, such as gentle movement
9:00 Full moon walk with our mason jar lanterns
10:00 Lights out
Sunday
7:00-8:00 Morning sadhana: Silent meditation, breath work, movement (your choice: yoga or walking on grounds)
8:00-9:00 Self-serve silent breakfast
9:00 Self-reflection and integration, create your wellness plan
10:00 Closing ceremony and sharing time
11:00 Brunch and good-byes
Cancelation policy
If the reservation is canceled within the 7 days before the scheduled retreat date and time, a credit towards a future stay is provided. A credit is valid for one year from date of issue.
If the reservation is canceled up until the 7th day before the scheduled retreat date and time, a refund will be issued, minus any credit card transaction fees and donations. Refunds will be made to the original credit card on file or by check within two weeks of the notice of cancelation.
An exception may be made in the case of illness, death in the family, or inclement weather, in which case a credit towards a future stay is provided. A credit is valid for one year from date of issue.
Any donations added to a registration can’t be refunded.
Explore Ayurvedic Skin and Body Care
During the time of year when the Pitta dosha rules the summer season, when the sun blazes high and Pitta energy is at its most intense, we invite you to step into a sanctuary of cooling, heart-opening renewal at the Forest of Peace
Join us for a restorative and playful Ayurvedic retreat designed to balance the heat of the season with gentle self-care, Ayurvedic skin and body care, and the soothing embrace of the full moon.
What awaits you
Join certified Ayurvedic Health Counselor Jeni Enns for a weekend to nourish the mind, body, and senses through theory, experiential practices, and time on the Forest's beautiful grounds. Over this weekend in the company of a caring community, you’ll experience:
✨ Ayurveda & the doshas: A welcoming introduction to Ayurveda and how to stay in balance during the summer Pitta season.
💆🏽♀️ Skin & body care: Nourishing self-care rituals with massage oils, floral waters, and soothing botanicals for your skin and body.
🌊 Fun & play: Activities that encourage fun and play in a way that feels lighthearted and free (Pitta needs that!). We'll make mason jar lanterns and decorate them with images and objects that delight us.
🌸 Heart-opening practices: Gentle movement, breathwork, and ceremonies to soften, expand, and invite ease into the summer season.
🌕 Moon bathing ritual: An enchanting walk under the full moon with our mason jar lanterns, honoring its cooling, calming energy.
This retreat is less about learning and more about experiencing joy, beauty, and rejuvenation. This weekend is an invitation to soften, restore, and reconnect in the forest during the summer heat.
About Ayurveda
Ayurveda is an ancient, 5,000 year-old health system from India and means the science or wisdom of life: Ayur (life) and Veda (study or knowledge). It's thought to be the oldest healing system in the world. The knowledge contained in Ayurveda encompasses the nature, scope, and purpose of life.
Pitta is the fire dosha in Ayurveda. It can be balanced by cooling foods and activities, heart-opening practices, and joyful play without an agenda.
It's the art of daily living. Ayurveda says that health encompasses every aspect of your life, such as physical, spiritual, emotional, mental, environmental, financial, vocational, relationships, and so on.
Ayurveda is a sister science with yoga. The reason for practicing Ayurveda, such as through food and lifestyle, is to create the right conditions for your body and life to create yoga, the union of self with the Divine.
Who this is for
This retreat is for you if you're:
A total beginner to Ayurveda and want to learn about balancing the Pitta dosha during the Pitta time of year.
You've practiced Ayurveda in the past and want to refresh your memory and get back into it.
What's included
Skincare kit
You'll receive a skincare kit of Ayurvedic goodies.
Meals
All meals from Friday dinner through Sunday brunch. The meals will be Pitta-balancing with vegetarian, vegan, and meat options.
Lodging or commuter options
You can stay in a cabin overnight or stay offsite and come as a commuter. If you choose to commute, we kindly ask that you commit yourself to the weekend and the schedule of the retreat to avoid disruptions to the group. We find this creates a better experience for everyone, including yourself.
You can optionally add-on Thursday night if you want an extra day to relax at the Forest before the retreat starts. To do this, add-on an extra night during the registration process.
What's not included
Personalized assessment of your dosha or state of imbalance.
Personalized recommendations of foods, supplements, etc.
Ayurveda is highly personalized, and the scope of this weekend is to provide you with education, exploration, and experiences of self-discovery that you can easily incorporate into your life. You can optionally add-on a personalized consultation with Jeni as an Ayurvedic health counselor (or with a recommended Ayurvedic practitioner) to get a personal assessment of your dosha and what may be out of balance.
An Ayurvedic consultation is a very thorough process of up to two hours of time and includes a lengthy discovery of your entire, holistic picture of health. If you'd like to know more and get pricing, please contact hello @ redearthcircle.com.
What to bring
Your favorite yoga mat.
If you'd like to experiment with self-massage (abhyanga) oil in your cabin, bring an old towel and flip-flops or shower shoes that you don't mind getting oily.
Comfortable clothes.
Journal.
Testimonials
Jeni was an absolutely amazing retreat leader and kind soul. She put forth a tremendous effort for a very well-thought-out retreat. Highly recommended!
Jennifer
What a fantastic group! I appreciated Jeni's sincerity, compassion, and knowledge shared during the Menopause Retreat. She was an exceedingly gracious, creative and caring host. 5 out of 5 stars!
Amy
Schedule
(Subject to change)
Friday
1:30-5:30 Arrival, check in, settle into cabins if staying overnight
4:30 Meditation
5:30 Dinner and introductions
6:30 Opening ceremony, intro to Ayurveda, the elements, doshas, learning about Pitta, electronics off by 8:00 PM
9:00 Yoga nidra for sleep
10:00 Lights out
Saturday: We'll experience an "ideal" day according to the circadian rhythms of the Ayurvedic "clock"
7:00-8:00 Morning sadhana: Silent meditation, breath work, movement (your choice: yoga or walking on grounds)
8:00-9:00 Self-serve silent breakfast
9:00 Skin and body care rituals and exploration
12:00 Community meditation (optional) or rest
12:30 Lunch and free time
2:30 Fun and creative time: mason jar lanterns
5:30 Dinner
7:00 Evening cooling activities, such as gentle movement
9:00 Full moon walk with our mason jar lanterns
10:00 Lights out
Sunday
7:00-8:00 Morning sadhana: Silent meditation, breath work, movement (your choice: yoga or walking on grounds)
8:00-9:00 Self-serve silent breakfast
9:00 Self-reflection and integration, create your wellness plan
10:00 Closing ceremony and sharing time
11:00 Brunch and good-byes
Cancelation policy
If the reservation is canceled within the 7 days before the scheduled retreat date and time, a credit towards a future stay is provided. A credit is valid for one year from date of issue.
If the reservation is canceled up until the 7th day before the scheduled retreat date and time, a refund will be issued, minus any credit card transaction fees and donations. Refunds will be made to the original credit card on file or by check within two weeks of the notice of cancelation.
An exception may be made in the case of illness, death in the family, or inclement weather, in which case a credit towards a future stay is provided. A credit is valid for one year from date of issue.
Any donations added to a registration can’t be refunded.
Getting Here
Osage Forest of Peace, 141 Monastery Road, Sand Springs, OK, USA
Directions
FROM TULSA:
Take Hwy 64 West past the town of Sand Springs; exit at 177 West Avenue.
Turn RIGHT on 177 West Avenue and drive about 1 mile to Anderson Road.
Turn LEFT on Anderson Road.
Continue about ½ mile to the entrance to the Shell Creek West housing division.
Turn RIGHT into Shell Creek West housing division.
Turn RIGHT at Lakeview Drive.
Continue until you see Monastery Road.
Turn RIGHT onto Monastery Road until you come to the parking lot for Osage.
Take Hwy 64 West past the town of Sand Springs; exit at 177 West Avenue.
Turn RIGHT on 177 West Avenue and drive about 1 mile to Anderson Road.
Turn LEFT on Anderson Road.
Continue about ½ mile to the entrance to the Shell Creek West housing division.
Turn RIGHT into Shell Creek West housing division.
Turn RIGHT at Lakeview Drive.
Continue until you see Monastery Road.
Turn RIGHT onto Monastery Road until you come to the parking lot for Osage.
Accommodation
Our guest cabins provide a cozy and simple spot in the Forest to focus on what truly matters during your retreat. Many guests comment that they experience deep peace upon arriving at the Forest. Staying in a guest cabin allows you to experience the serene rest that comes with sleeping in the woods. STANDARD CABINS Our standard cabins feature a full bathroom, heating and air conditioning, and WiFi access. They include: Twin beds Bathroom with shower Bed linens, pillows, blankets, and towels Hair dryer Desk Dresser Comfortable chair Alarm clock Hand soap Makeup remover wipes Tissues Insect repellent Umbrella Flashlights GUEST HERMITAGE Our guest hermitage cabin is located in a private spot with big picture windows for looking out at the forest. This cabin features two rooms and a larger bathroom. There is a microwave, small refrigerator, plates, mugs, and eating utensils. A private deck is perfect for experiencing the wonder of the forest in solitude. This cabin includes: Twin beds Bathroom with shower Bed linens, pillows, blankets, and towels Hair dryer Desk Dresser Comfortable chair Alarm clock Hand soap Makeup remover wipes Tissues Insect repellent Umbrella Flashlights
Standard Cabin
Our standard cabins feature a full bathroom, heating and air conditioning, and WiFi access. They include:
Two twin beds
Bathroom with shower
Bed linens, pillows, blankets, and towels
Hair dryer
Desk
Dresser
Comfortable chair
Alarm clock
Hand soap
Makeup remover wipes
Tissues
Insect repellent
Umbrella
Flashlights
Photos shown are for a typical cabin setup. Cabin layout and furnishings may vary.
Upgraded Cabin: Mary (#6)
Our Mary cabin (#6) is our most beloved standard cabin, located in a private spot with a private porch perfect for experiencing the wonder of the forest in solitude.
This cabin includes:
Two twin beds
Bathroom with shower
Hot water kettle
Coffee pot
Bed linens, pillows, blankets, and towels
Hair dryer
Desk
Dresser
Comfortable chair
Alarm clock
Hand soap
Makeup remover wipes
Tissues
Insect repellent
Umbrella
Flashlights
Upgraded Cabin: Scholastica (#10)
Our Scholastica cabin (#10) has been freshly renovated!!!
It has new flooring, paint, and fixtures, along with gorgeous new curtains, bedspreads, and decorations. This space is light, bright, joyful, and colorfully soothing.
Scholastica is a standard cabin located in a private spot with a private porch perfect for experiencing the wonder of the forest in solitude.
This cabin includes:
Two twin beds
Bathroom with shower
Hot water kettle
Coffee pot
Bed linens, pillows, blankets, and towels
Hair dryer
Desk
Dresser
Chair
Alarm clock
Hand soap
Makeup remover wipes
Tissues
Insect repellent
Umbrella
Flashlights
Commuter: Full Weekend
Includes all retreat sessions and all meals from Friday supper through Sunday brunch. Overnight lodging is not included.
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
Entering the Forest is a peaceful experience and you'll have the opportunity to meditate in a beautiful Meditation Chapel with large windows looking out into the woods. Other meditation areas include a traditional Zen Garden, a woodland labyrinth for walking meditation, and an underground meditation chamber (the Cave of the Mothers) with wonderful acoustics for chanting.
Our retreat center also has a trail system along wooded bluffs with views of Shell Lake and downtown Tulsa. You can rent a cabin to experience the peaceful setting overnight for your own personal retreat. Our rental rates include three meals a day in our dining room, where you'll eat alongside other guests and residents of our community. The Forest also offers a full range of programs and retreats on meditation and spiritual topics.
You have a range of options to experience meditation in a way that suits you. You might choose to join our resident community for meditation held Tuesday through Saturday at 7:00 a.m., 12:00 noon, or 4:45 p.m., and on Sunday at 9:45 a.m. in our Meditation Chapel. Here you'll experience a meditation of 25 to 45 minutes with others who can help guide you.
Or, you may wish to simply rake the Zen Garden as you contemplate the prayer flags in the trees overhead. If you prefer to move while meditating, walking the labyrinth or hiking the trails will give you a chance to reconnect with nature. The Cave of the Mothers provides you with a dark, quiet place where you will be amazed by the sound of your chanting reverberating all around you.
Our retreat center also has a trail system along wooded bluffs with views of Shell Lake and downtown Tulsa. You can rent a cabin to experience the peaceful setting overnight for your own personal retreat. Our rental rates include three meals a day in our dining room, where you'll eat alongside other guests and residents of our community. The Forest also offers a full range of programs and retreats on meditation and spiritual topics.
You have a range of options to experience meditation in a way that suits you. You might choose to join our resident community for meditation held Tuesday through Saturday at 7:00 a.m., 12:00 noon, or 4:45 p.m., and on Sunday at 9:45 a.m. in our Meditation Chapel. Here you'll experience a meditation of 25 to 45 minutes with others who can help guide you.
Or, you may wish to simply rake the Zen Garden as you contemplate the prayer flags in the trees overhead. If you prefer to move while meditating, walking the labyrinth or hiking the trails will give you a chance to reconnect with nature. The Cave of the Mothers provides you with a dark, quiet place where you will be amazed by the sound of your chanting reverberating all around you.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
Breakfasts are a self-serve buffet style with cereal, oatmeal, yogurt, toppings such as nuts and raisins, hard-boiled eggs, and a variety of milks from dairy to dairy free. On weekends, we additionally offer a variety of breads and toppings for toast.
Lunch is our main meal of the day and is eaten together in community. Before the meal, we all circle around the table for a blessing and to introduce ourselves. Food options typically include a meat, a variety of vegetables, tofu or other protein for vegetarians, salad bar, and a healthy dessert.
Supper is a light meal and is eaten together in community. Food options typically include a hearty soup, a meat, a variety of vegetables, crackers, salad bar, and a healthy dessert.
What's Included
- Meals.
- Meditation.
- 2-nights Lodging.
- Yoga nidra.
- Cooking.
What's Not Included
- Airfare.
Customer Reviews
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Just what I needed
After a year of moving from out of state, supporting a friend through dying and settling into a new community, these days of silence were just what I needed. The Forest is truly a place of peace with powerful energy spots.
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Great service
My retreat filled a need in me for silence and a decent degree of solitude in a setting that is (mostly) about that. This is a great service. Much appreciated.
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Wonderful stay
I had a wonderful stay at the Forest. I especially love the daily meditation times and walking on the labyrinth. It is always so peaceful there and the staff is warm and friendly. The meals are great too. It’s a place I will continue returning to!
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Refresh and Reset Retreat March 2025
This was my first visit to the Forest of Peace. What a beautiful place! The hiking trails were plentiful, the scenery magnificent, the staff was kind and caring and it was a lovely weekend to be surrounded by nature's healing magic.
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