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What an experience!
Ratna Ling Retreat Center was the ideal location for this spiritual weekend of introspection, exploration & yoga.
Women's Self-Care Retreat
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Women's Self-Care Retreat
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October 9 - 12, 2026
About this Retreat
Sarah has loved all forms of movement from a young age and was a competitive athlete for many years. After college rugby took a physical toll on her body, Sarah found a balance of strength and ease through her yoga asana practice. During her years living in West Sonoma, Sarah’s teachers Jenn Russo & Ann Austin helped her deeper her physical & spiritual practice, and showed her the power of a moving meditation to calm busy chatter in the mind.
Wanting to deepen her practice further after relocating to the Big Island of Hawaii, Sarah completed her 200-Hour teacher training with Shivakali Yoga, led by Gloria Baraquio & Serge Bandura. Sarah now resides full-time in Kona, teaching weekly classes at the Yoga Nest while balancing a career in corporate event production. Sarah’s flow classes sequence related postures in a creative, scalable way for all practitioners to connect breath with movement. Sarah encourages her students to approach their practice without judgement, with an end goal of bringing more gratitude, joy, and peace to her students’ lives.
Laura Moir (E-RYT 200 | YACEP) is a full-time yoga teacher based in Oakland, CA, offering accessible, heart-centered classes rooted in trauma-informed care. Specializing in Vinyasa, Yin, and Restorative practices, Laura brings over five years of teaching experience and advanced trainings with renowned teachers including Judith Lasater and Jason Crandell. Her teaching seamlessly integrates alignment, somatics, and nervous system regulation, creating practices that are both grounding and transformative.
Laura’s classes are known for their unique blend of strength and softness, offering space for authentic connection and deep self-inquiry. She teaches weekly studio classes, corporate wellness sessions, community-based donation offerings, and private one-on-one instruction throughout the Bay Area, as well as international retreats. Grounded in her own healing journey, Laura holds space with empathy, presence, and deep respect for every student’s individual path. Her students consistently describe her classes as powerful, inclusive, and deeply nourishing.
Since beginning her yoga journey in 1998, Laura has cultivated a practice rooted in kindness, authenticity, and joy. She combines thoughtful movement with creative sequencing and a playful spirit, encouraging students to explore what feels supportive in their own bodies. Her approach blends mindful movement with compassionate instruction, creating a welcoming environment for growth, healing, and connection- both on and off the mat.
Details of this retreat
JOIN US FOR 3 NIGHTS AT RATNA LING'S PREMIER WOMEN'S EVENT
Ratna Ling's Women Self-Care Retreat is an annually anticipated event with many women returning each year to share the love and community. Whether it is your first time or fifth, come join us for a long weekend of healing sisterhood.
Are you hungry for a safe place to rest and relax?
Come together with fellow women to celebrate our innate strength, wisdom, and compassion. We will celebrate the importance of connecting with girlfriends and remember all the beautiful parts of being a woman. This time is to reconnect to the sacred feminine and cultivate a community of sisterhood and solidarity through deep listening, laughter, self-care, and ceremony. This retreat is for you if you love women, miss your sisters, or want to deepen your relationship with the feminine, soft, sexy, strong, surrendered parts of yourself.
This weekend will include:
Yoga for all levels
Relaxation
Meditation
Mantra + Music
Soundbath
Nature Walk
Journaling + Reflection
And so much more!
Celebrate yourself and the beauty and power of sisterhood!
All bookings are NON-REFUNDABLE. Should you wish to cancel your stay with us, Ratna Ling Retreat Center requires 30 days notice for your full credit to be TRANSFERRED to a future retreat within 1 year of original booking.
SCHEDULE (Subject to change):
FRIDAY
3:00-4:00 Check-in
4:30-5:20 Grounding Yoga - Sarah
5:30-6:15 Dinner
6:30-7:30 Opening Circle
SATURDAY
8:00-8:45 Silent Breakfast
9:00-10:15 Ways to Self-Care - Sarah + Laura
11:00-12:10 Vinyasa Yoga - Laura
12:15-1:00 Lunch
1:30-4:30 Personal Time (Massage by Appointment)
4:15-5:15 Myofascial Release + Relaxation - Laura
5:30-6:15 Dinner
7:00-8:00 Music & Mantra - Sarah
SUNDAY
8:00-8:45 Silent Breakfast
9:00-10:15 Forest Bathing + Journaling - Laura
11:00-12:10 Vinyasa Yoga- Sarah
12:15-1:00 Lunch
1:30-4:30 Personal Time (Massage by Appointment)
4:30-5:20 Guided Movement + Release - Sarah
5:30-6:15 Dinner
7:00-8:15 Restorative Yoga & Sound Bath - Laura
MONDAY
8:00-9:00 Yin Yang Yoga - Sarah + Laura
9:00-10:00 Closing Circle - Laura + Sarah
10:00-11:00 Brunch
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
All bookings are NON-REFUNDABLE. Should you wish to cancel your stay with us, Ratna Ling Retreat Center requires 30 days' notice for a full credit to be TRANSFERRED to a future retreat within 1 year of original booking.
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 made me open up to new ways of self care. Reminded me of things I want and should do. Was fun and renewing.”
“Wonderful group of women leading and participating, very warm, welcoming and open."
“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."
Ratna Ling's Women Self-Care Retreat is an annually anticipated event with many women returning each year to share the love and community. Whether it is your first time or fifth, come join us for a long weekend of healing sisterhood.
Are you hungry for a safe place to rest and relax?
Come together with fellow women to celebrate our innate strength, wisdom, and compassion. We will celebrate the importance of connecting with girlfriends and remember all the beautiful parts of being a woman. This time is to reconnect to the sacred feminine and cultivate a community of sisterhood and solidarity through deep listening, laughter, self-care, and ceremony. This retreat is for you if you love women, miss your sisters, or want to deepen your relationship with the feminine, soft, sexy, strong, surrendered parts of yourself.
This weekend will include:
Yoga for all levels
Relaxation
Meditation
Mantra + Music
Soundbath
Nature Walk
Journaling + Reflection
And so much more!
Celebrate yourself and the beauty and power of sisterhood!
All bookings are NON-REFUNDABLE. Should you wish to cancel your stay with us, Ratna Ling Retreat Center requires 30 days notice for your full credit to be TRANSFERRED to a future retreat within 1 year of original booking.
SCHEDULE (Subject to change):
FRIDAY
3:00-4:00 Check-in
4:30-5:20 Grounding Yoga - Sarah
5:30-6:15 Dinner
6:30-7:30 Opening Circle
SATURDAY
8:00-8:45 Silent Breakfast
9:00-10:15 Ways to Self-Care - Sarah + Laura
11:00-12:10 Vinyasa Yoga - Laura
12:15-1:00 Lunch
1:30-4:30 Personal Time (Massage by Appointment)
4:15-5:15 Myofascial Release + Relaxation - Laura
5:30-6:15 Dinner
7:00-8:00 Music & Mantra - Sarah
SUNDAY
8:00-8:45 Silent Breakfast
9:00-10:15 Forest Bathing + Journaling - Laura
11:00-12:10 Vinyasa Yoga- Sarah
12:15-1:00 Lunch
1:30-4:30 Personal Time (Massage by Appointment)
4:30-5:20 Guided Movement + Release - Sarah
5:30-6:15 Dinner
7:00-8:15 Restorative Yoga & Sound Bath - Laura
MONDAY
8:00-9:00 Yin Yang Yoga - Sarah + Laura
9:00-10:00 Closing Circle - Laura + Sarah
10:00-11:00 Brunch
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
All bookings are NON-REFUNDABLE. Should you wish to cancel your stay with us, Ratna Ling Retreat Center requires 30 days' notice for a full credit to be TRANSFERRED to a future retreat within 1 year of original booking.
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 made me open up to new ways of self care. Reminded me of things I want and should do. Was fun and renewing.”
“Wonderful group of women leading and participating, very warm, welcoming and open."
“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 for 3 nights with a private bedroom in 2 bedroom shared cottage, meals & classes. Book with another guest, or we choose your roommate.
For 1 guest for 3 nights with exclusive use of a 2 bedroom cottage (No Roommate), meals, & 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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Rooted in Nature Yoga retreat
This is my second time visiting Ratna Ling. The location is absolutely beautiful! Being surrounded by Oaks and majestic redwood trees while hearing sounds of nature truly soothed my soul.
The Retreat Center compliments the surrounding natural beauty. Not only is the retreat center beautifully appointed with windows opening out onto nature; it is impeccably clean, the staff is lovely and the calm energy is infectious to all who are lucky enough to visit.
I stayed in one of the wooden cottages and not only was it beautifully clean, the beds were incredibly comfortable. The cottages are paneled with wood and the natural beauty of the interior harmonizes with the views out the windows. The deck is perfect for stargazing. Everything was there for me to be able to reset myself. I remain grateful for my time at Ratna Ling. 🙏 Namaste
The Retreat Center compliments the surrounding natural beauty. Not only is the retreat center beautifully appointed with windows opening out onto nature; it is impeccably clean, the staff is lovely and the calm energy is infectious to all who are lucky enough to visit.
I stayed in one of the wooden cottages and not only was it beautifully clean, the beds were incredibly comfortable. The cottages are paneled with wood and the natural beauty of the interior harmonizes with the views out the windows. The deck is perfect for stargazing. Everything was there for me to be able to reset myself. I remain grateful for my time at Ratna Ling. 🙏 Namaste
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Much needed
I can't say enough about how Ratna Ling set the bar high when it comes to a peaceful environment. All the volunteers were very kind and helpful. The cottage was uniquely charming and memorable. The food was outstanding,
I will be sharing my experience with friends and family.
Thank you!
I will be sharing my experience with friends and family.
Thank you!
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A Truly Transformative and Beautiful Experience
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A Truly Transformative and Beautiful Experience
My experience at Ratna Ling Retreat Center was absolutely incredible. From the moment I arrived, I felt a sense of peace, beauty, and tranquility that is difficult to put into words. The breathtaking surroundings, serene atmosphere, and welcoming energy create the perfect environment to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and simply be present.
There is something truly special about Ratna Ling. The peaceful natural setting, thoughtful accommodations, nourishing food, and wonderful people make it feel like a place where your mind, body, and spirit can genuinely reset.
As someone on a yoga and spiritual journey, I found the retreat to be deeply inspiring. It gave me the space to reflect, learn, breathe, and connect on a deeper level. I left feeling refreshed, grounded, grateful, and carrying a renewed sense of peace with me.
Ratna Ling is more than just a retreat center—it feels like a sanctuary for the soul. I’m incredibly grateful for my time there and would wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone looking for rest, reflection, healing, connection, or simply a beautiful place to step away from the busyness of everyday life.
Thank you, Ratna Ling, for creating such a beautiful and sacred space. I hope to return again and again. ❤️🙏✨
A Truly Transformative and Beautiful Experience
My experience at Ratna Ling Retreat Center was absolutely incredible. From the moment I arrived, I felt a sense of peace, beauty, and tranquility that is difficult to put into words. The breathtaking surroundings, serene atmosphere, and welcoming energy create the perfect environment to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and simply be present.
There is something truly special about Ratna Ling. The peaceful natural setting, thoughtful accommodations, nourishing food, and wonderful people make it feel like a place where your mind, body, and spirit can genuinely reset.
As someone on a yoga and spiritual journey, I found the retreat to be deeply inspiring. It gave me the space to reflect, learn, breathe, and connect on a deeper level. I left feeling refreshed, grounded, grateful, and carrying a renewed sense of peace with me.
Ratna Ling is more than just a retreat center—it feels like a sanctuary for the soul. I’m incredibly grateful for my time there and would wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone looking for rest, reflection, healing, connection, or simply a beautiful place to step away from the busyness of everyday life.
Thank you, Ratna Ling, for creating such a beautiful and sacred space. I hope to return again and again. ❤️🙏✨
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Amazing Respite near the Bay Area!
I had such a wonderful experience at Ratna Ling for my yoga teacher training. The staff are amazing, warm, and genuinely supportive. The food, gorgeous drive and sacred land alone is worth a few days or week away! It's a true respite from the Bay Area and an ideal place to slow down, reconnect, and immerse yourself in what matters. I’m very grateful for my time there!
