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Wonderful experience
Loved all aspects of the retreat and the property. Really special place.
Awakening Flow - Vinyasa, massage, and sound healing retreat
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Awakening Flow - Vinyasa, massage, and sound healing retreat
4.95153 reviews
April 10 - 12, 2026
About this Retreat
Dana Hancock is known for her soulful and creative vinyasa classes. Each class with Dana features fun, sweaty sequences, great hands on assists, spiritual teachings, music, and meditation. After many years of studying as a classically trained opera singer, musician, and composer, Dana sees yoga practice and teaching as an art form.
Dana has been studying yoga since 2003. She trained with master teachers Lesley Desaulniers from the Jivamukti Yoga tradition, and Nubia Teixeira from the Bhakti tradition. Dana was also certified in a Baptiste-style program, and she studied harmonium and chanting from Grammy-nominated singer Jai Uttal.
Dana continues to study and practice yoga in her everyday life. She is thankful to all of the incredible teachers she has encountered on her path. Yoga practice has transformed Dana’s life, and she is dedicated to helping others and sharing her passion for yoga. https://danahancockyoga.com/
Melody had the desire to ease suffering in others at a young age. After working in the medical field as a nurse's aid and as an in-home caregiver for disabled persons, she decided to find a path that would better enable her to reach her personal and humanitarian goals. This led her to the healing arts.
After attending massage therapy school in 2002 she studied alternative medicine to have a deeper knowledge of herbs, ayurvedic medicine and TCM. Shortly after her studies she became an esthetician.
Melody has worked closely with acupuncturists, chiropractors and physical therapists. Working in conjunction with these professionals has deepened her understanding of the body as far as the benefits of manual manipulation, breath and encouraging an easeful nervous system. In 2017, Melody was reintroduced to the benefits of gua sha while learning to teach yoga at the Dhyana Center in Sebastopol, CA. After experiencing the personal benefits and the benefits her clients experienced from gua sha, she now incorporates gua sha in her bodywork and skin care. She also teaches self gua sha massage techniques at Radiate Studio, as well as Yin Yoga.
Details of this retreat
We welcome Dana Hancock and Melody Hopkins of Sebastopol to offer a nourishing self-care retreat that will leave you relaxed and renewed!
As winter moves into spring, we seek space to reset. What can blossom from introspection and self-exploration? What is our intention for this new cycle? Taking this time will help us nurture our spiritual growth and clarity.
This Spring retreat combines the vitality and fluidity of vinyasa yoga with the quieter practices of massage, yin & restorative yoga, and sound healing to invite overall wellness and vitality. You will experience the balance of strong, soft, and quiet through practice, discussion, and relaxation, getting deeply nourished in body, mind, and spirit.
This weekend includes:
Daily dynamic and energizing Vinyasa yoga paired with restorative yoga in the evenings
Dharma and spiritual insights to inspire practice and integrate into everyday life
Specialized lymphatic facials and fascial release massage treatments offered (at an additional cost) by Melody Hopkins using organic oils and fresh, local skincare products
Delicious all vegetarian cuisine
Relaxing in the natural beauty of Ratna Ling among the redwoods
*If you'd like to book a massage or facial at an additional cost, please call or text Melody Hopkins at 707-787-8076.
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.
SCHEDULE (subject to change):
FRIDAY
3:00-4:00pm Check-in
4:00-4:30pm Optional walking tour to the Wellness Center
5:30-6:30pm Dinner
6:45-7:45pm Introductions and Gentle Yoga
7:45pm Free time and/or gua sha massage or facials by appointment with Melody Hopkins
SATURDAY
8:00-8:45am Breakfast
9:00-11:00am Dharma Talk, Vinyasa Yoga, and Meditation
11:15am-12:00pm Optional Nature Walk
12:15-1:00pm Lunch
1:00-4:00pm Quiet time or Massage/Facial by appointment
4:00-5:15pm Restorative and Yin Yoga with massage by Melody Hopkins
5:30–7pm Dinner
7:00 Free time or Massage/Facial by appointment
SUNDAY
8:00-9:30 Vinyasa Yoga
9:30-10:00 Closing Circle
10:00 Brunch
11:00 Quiet time or Massage/Facial by appointment
12:00 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
Each cottage includes TWO private rooms with queen beds, large dining & living area, gas fireplace,
spacious deck, jacuzzi tub, linens/towels/hand soap, kitchenette with tea & coffee, complimentary wireless internet. Towels and hand soap are provided.
vegetarian meals are served during our weekend together.
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."
As winter moves into spring, we seek space to reset. What can blossom from introspection and self-exploration? What is our intention for this new cycle? Taking this time will help us nurture our spiritual growth and clarity.
This Spring retreat combines the vitality and fluidity of vinyasa yoga with the quieter practices of massage, yin & restorative yoga, and sound healing to invite overall wellness and vitality. You will experience the balance of strong, soft, and quiet through practice, discussion, and relaxation, getting deeply nourished in body, mind, and spirit.
This weekend includes:
Daily dynamic and energizing Vinyasa yoga paired with restorative yoga in the evenings
Dharma and spiritual insights to inspire practice and integrate into everyday life
Specialized lymphatic facials and fascial release massage treatments offered (at an additional cost) by Melody Hopkins using organic oils and fresh, local skincare products
Delicious all vegetarian cuisine
Relaxing in the natural beauty of Ratna Ling among the redwoods
*If you'd like to book a massage or facial at an additional cost, please call or text Melody Hopkins at 707-787-8076.
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.
SCHEDULE (subject to change):
FRIDAY
3:00-4:00pm Check-in
4:00-4:30pm Optional walking tour to the Wellness Center
5:30-6:30pm Dinner
6:45-7:45pm Introductions and Gentle Yoga
7:45pm Free time and/or gua sha massage or facials by appointment with Melody Hopkins
SATURDAY
8:00-8:45am Breakfast
9:00-11:00am Dharma Talk, Vinyasa Yoga, and Meditation
11:15am-12:00pm Optional Nature Walk
12:15-1:00pm Lunch
1:00-4:00pm Quiet time or Massage/Facial by appointment
4:00-5:15pm Restorative and Yin Yoga with massage by Melody Hopkins
5:30–7pm Dinner
7:00 Free time or Massage/Facial by appointment
SUNDAY
8:00-9:30 Vinyasa Yoga
9:30-10:00 Closing Circle
10:00 Brunch
11:00 Quiet time or Massage/Facial by appointment
12:00 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
Each cottage includes TWO private rooms with queen beds, large dining & living area, gas fireplace,
spacious deck, jacuzzi tub, linens/towels/hand soap, kitchenette with tea & coffee, complimentary wireless internet. Towels and hand soap are provided.
vegetarian meals are served during our weekend together.
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 (including meals and classes)
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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