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Wonderful experience
Loved all aspects of the retreat and the property. Really special place.
Embodying Balance: A Retreat for Resilience and Renewal
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Embodying Balance: A Retreat for Resilience and Renewal
4.95154 reviews
February 26 - March 1, 2026
About this Retreat
Your Guides
Olivia is delighted to be practicing physical therapy and sharing the transformative practice of yoga in Sebastopol, CA, while also offering online yoga classes and patient care. With over two decades of experience, she played a pivotal role in YogaWorks teacher training programs for 15 years—training trainers, shaping curriculum, and authoring the YogaWorks Teacher Training Anatomy Manual. She has also created video content with YogaAnytime, sharing her approach to movement, anatomy, and yoga with a wider audience. She trains new teachers with the Center for Yoga Los Angeles and has collaborated with the Kinesiology department at Santa Rosa Junior College. A UC Berkeley alum, she earned her Master’s in Physical Therapy with Honors from CSU Northridge and began movement studies at the San Francisco Ballet School. Currently, she is pursuing her Doctor of Physical Therapy at the University of Montana. Her teaching and practice are deeply influenced by the teachers of the Iyengar and Ashtanga traditions as well as Insight Meditation, whose guidance has shaped her path.
www.oliviabarryptyoga.com
Details of this retreat
Join Olivia Barry on a a journey through nervous system support, alignment-based strength, joyful expression, and deep rest!
This retreat is a 4-day immersive experience designed to nourish your body, calm your nervous system, and reconnect you with your inner steadiness. Through a thoughtful blend of alignment-based yoga, gentle strength-building, yoga therapy, and joyful movement, you’ll explore how structure and softness support one another—both physically and emotionally. Throughout the weekend, you’ll gain practical, take-home tools grounded in cutting-edge nervous system science, including vagus nerve regulation techniques, HPA axis support strategies, and somatic tools for stress recovery and resilience. Practices are informed by research in polyvagal theory, interoception, fascia, and trauma-sensitive movement. Whether you're rebuilding after burnout, seeking clarity, or simply craving time in a grounded, supportive space, this retreat invites you to reset and remember your own resilience. We’ll move together, rest deeply, and leave with skills to carry balance into everyday life.
COVID POLICY: For your safety and ours, we require that all guests be vaccinated against Covid and provide proof of a negative covid test result within 48 hours of arrival. We wish to provide peace of mind for all of our residents and guests.
Sample Schedule (Subject to change):
Thursday – Ground & Arrive
4:00 PM – Arrival & Check-In
5:30 PM – Dinner
7:00 PM – Opening Circle + Gentle Grounding Practice
Friday – Root & Restore
8:00 AM – Breakfast
9:30 AM – Morning Practice: Foundations of Balance & Resilience
12:00 PM – Lunch
3:30 PM – Afternoon Session: Release & Re-pattern
5:30 PM – Dinner
7:00 PM – Evening Circle: Nervous System Literacy + Reflection
Saturday – Strength & Expression
8:00 AM – Breakfast
9:30 AM – Morning Practice: Align to Strengthen
12:00 PM – Lunch
3:30 PM – Embodied Dance Session: Joy & Flow
5:30 PM – Dinner
7:00 PM – Yoga Nidra & Restorative Reset
Sunday – Integrate & Depart
8:00 AM – Closing Practice + Circle: Integrating the Journey
10:00 AM – Farewell Brunch
12:00 PM – Checkout
For directions to Ratna Ling - Ratna Ling Retreat Center 35755 Hauser Bridge Rd Cazadero, CA 95421
Accommodations are beautiful lux cabins
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Transportation to/from Ratna Ling is NOT included - carpooling encouraged
Payments are nonrefundable and transferable to a future Ratna Ling stay or retreat, when canceled 30 days prior.
Each cottage includes TWO private rooms with queen beds, large dining & living area, gas fireplace, spacious deck, bathtub with jets, linens/towels/hand soap, kitchenette with tea & coffee, complimentary wireless internet. Towels and hand soap are provided.
Vegetarian meals are served throughout our weekend together, with gluten-free and dairy-free options.
What people are saying about our retreats:
“The accommodations were great along with the beautiful surroundings - everything was so peaceful and nurturing.”
“It was exactly what I needed – to disconnect, get in tune with my soul and recharge my spirit.”
“I loved having time to myself to reflect on my life and where I am going. Thank you Ratna Ling."
“Space for reflection while also giving me anchor points through teachings.”
“Space and time for meditation and movement classes were truly wonderful.”
“Being able to move at my own pace is a luxury. And of course the food was delicious."
This retreat is a 4-day immersive experience designed to nourish your body, calm your nervous system, and reconnect you with your inner steadiness. Through a thoughtful blend of alignment-based yoga, gentle strength-building, yoga therapy, and joyful movement, you’ll explore how structure and softness support one another—both physically and emotionally. Throughout the weekend, you’ll gain practical, take-home tools grounded in cutting-edge nervous system science, including vagus nerve regulation techniques, HPA axis support strategies, and somatic tools for stress recovery and resilience. Practices are informed by research in polyvagal theory, interoception, fascia, and trauma-sensitive movement. Whether you're rebuilding after burnout, seeking clarity, or simply craving time in a grounded, supportive space, this retreat invites you to reset and remember your own resilience. We’ll move together, rest deeply, and leave with skills to carry balance into everyday life.
COVID POLICY: For your safety and ours, we require that all guests be vaccinated against Covid and provide proof of a negative covid test result within 48 hours of arrival. We wish to provide peace of mind for all of our residents and guests.
Sample Schedule (Subject to change):
Thursday – Ground & Arrive
4:00 PM – Arrival & Check-In
5:30 PM – Dinner
7:00 PM – Opening Circle + Gentle Grounding Practice
Friday – Root & Restore
8:00 AM – Breakfast
9:30 AM – Morning Practice: Foundations of Balance & Resilience
12:00 PM – Lunch
3:30 PM – Afternoon Session: Release & Re-pattern
5:30 PM – Dinner
7:00 PM – Evening Circle: Nervous System Literacy + Reflection
Saturday – Strength & Expression
8:00 AM – Breakfast
9:30 AM – Morning Practice: Align to Strengthen
12:00 PM – Lunch
3:30 PM – Embodied Dance Session: Joy & Flow
5:30 PM – Dinner
7:00 PM – Yoga Nidra & Restorative Reset
Sunday – Integrate & Depart
8:00 AM – Closing Practice + Circle: Integrating the Journey
10:00 AM – Farewell Brunch
12:00 PM – Checkout
For directions to Ratna Ling - Ratna Ling Retreat Center 35755 Hauser Bridge Rd Cazadero, CA 95421
Accommodations are beautiful lux cabins
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Transportation to/from Ratna Ling is NOT included - carpooling encouraged
Payments are nonrefundable and transferable to a future Ratna Ling stay or retreat, when canceled 30 days prior.
Each cottage includes TWO private rooms with queen beds, large dining & living area, gas fireplace, spacious deck, bathtub with jets, linens/towels/hand soap, kitchenette with tea & coffee, complimentary wireless internet. Towels and hand soap are provided.
Vegetarian meals are served throughout our weekend together, with gluten-free and dairy-free options.
What people are saying about our retreats:
“The accommodations were great along with the beautiful surroundings - everything was so peaceful and nurturing.”
“It was exactly what I needed – to disconnect, get in tune with my soul and recharge my spirit.”
“I loved having time to myself to reflect on my life and where I am going. Thank you Ratna Ling."
“Space for reflection while also giving me anchor points through teachings.”
“Space and time for meditation and movement classes were truly wonderful.”
“Being able to move at my own pace is a luxury. And of course the food was delicious."
Getting Here
Directions
San Francisco International and Oakland International airports are approximately three hours south of Ratna Ling by car. Alaska Airlines flies to and from Sonoma County Airport in Santa Rosa which is approximately 1.5 hours from Ratna Ling by car. Unfortunately, there are no shuttles that bring you directly to Ratna Ling, so it is best to rent a car or email us to support in coordinating a carpool with fellow retreatants.
Accommodation
14 guest cottages on 120 acres of property. Each spacious, quiet cottage has 2 private rooms, with high ceilings and a deck with a view. Cottages include jet tubs (or ADA shower), towels, deluxe linens, refrigerator, tea kettle, coffee/tea, kitchen sink/counter, diningware, dining table, and living room with a stove fireplace. Free wifi available and a landline telephone. Guests can choose to have an exclusive cottage for ONE person; a private room for ONE person in a SHARED cottage; or a cottage for TWO people. Any additional guest after TWO is $100 per person per night. Meals and classes included.
For 1 guest in Private Room (Shared Cottage with 1 other guest)
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
Three miles from the beautiful Sonoma coast. Organic, vegetarian meals. 120 acres of redwoods, canyons, reservoirs, and wildlife. Sacred architecture timber cottages and communal spaces. Featured stupas, gardens, and temple empowered by Tibetan Buddhist Lama Tarthang Tulku Rinpoche.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
All of our meals are organic and vegetarian, made with love and care.
We provide homemade yogurt and granola for breakfast. Lunches and dinners always include salads or salad bar. Each meal is self-served on a buffet table.
Customer Reviews
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Lovely peaceful deep
My retreat at Ratna Ling was exactly what I needed to deepen my meditation practice - body breath and mind!
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Will Return
Beautiful place and in pristine condition.
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Breathtaking Beauty
Everything is coming up beautiful if you're planning to stay at the Ratna Ling Retreat Center.
Joined my daughter for the Radiance Retreat, hosted by the most delightful Yoga and Meditation professionals who's gifts were boundless and generously shared them with us.
The Cabin was clean, spacious, and newly renovated with natural light and heavenly views. We were bathed in millions of stars at night, cooled by refreshing fog in the morning, and surrounded by soaring trees and warming sunshine.
The staff are volunteers, and delightful without exception. The food was lovingly prepared fresh daily, and absolutely delicious.
The Retreat center includes a beautiful lodge, eating area with indoor/outdoor seating and the most enchanting Tibetan Buddhist Temple and we highly recommend the tour and if you are very lucky, George will be your tour guide.
Don't hesitate to experience the joy, laughter and enlightenment of the Ratna Ling Retreat Center. You will remember the experience with reverence.
Joined my daughter for the Radiance Retreat, hosted by the most delightful Yoga and Meditation professionals who's gifts were boundless and generously shared them with us.
The Cabin was clean, spacious, and newly renovated with natural light and heavenly views. We were bathed in millions of stars at night, cooled by refreshing fog in the morning, and surrounded by soaring trees and warming sunshine.
The staff are volunteers, and delightful without exception. The food was lovingly prepared fresh daily, and absolutely delicious.
The Retreat center includes a beautiful lodge, eating area with indoor/outdoor seating and the most enchanting Tibetan Buddhist Temple and we highly recommend the tour and if you are very lucky, George will be your tour guide.
Don't hesitate to experience the joy, laughter and enlightenment of the Ratna Ling Retreat Center. You will remember the experience with reverence.
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Space and Ease
The property is beautiful. The cabin gorgeous and well appointed. The food plentiful and tasty. Nature abounds - saw 3 deer, 15 wild turkey, and many different birds. The morning sunrise over the ridge and fog in the valley started the day and a star filled sky ended the night. Peace and tranquility.
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