Strong & Resilient: A Yoga & Pilates Retreat

Build strength in your body. Find steadiness in your mind. Reconnect with your capacity to meet life with resilience.

Life asks a lot of us. Whether we’re navigating change, stress, uncertainty, or simply the demands of everyday life, our ability to stay grounded often begins in the body. Strong and Resilient is a rejuvenating weekend in the Northern California redwoods designed to help you cultivate physical strength, mental clarity, and a deeper sense of inner steadiness through yoga, Pilates, meditation, and meaningful connection.

Throughout the weekend, experienced yoga teacher and certified Pilates instructor Denelle Numis will guide you through an energizing blend of yoga and Pilates. Yoga invites us to balance strength with flexibility, effort with ease, and movement with awareness. Pilates complements this practice by developing core strength, stability, precision, and control. Together, these practices offer a powerful way to feel stronger and more supported—not only on the mat, but in the way you move through your life.

There will be plenty of time simply to be. Between sessions, enjoy nourishing vegetarian meals prepared by Ratna Ling’s kitchen, take quiet walks beneath towering coastal redwoods, rest in the peaceful surroundings, and connect with a welcoming community of fellow practitioners. Away from the noise and responsibilities of daily life, the weekend offers space to remember what it feels like to be grounded, energized, and fully present.

Denelle Numis is a seasoned yoga teacher (E-RYT 500), certified Pilates instructor, and returning Ratna Ling retreat facilitator. Her thoughtful approach brings together intelligent movement, mindfulness, and accessible practices that support greater strength and well-being.

This weekend includes:

Yoga & Pilates
Meditation
Restorative Yoga & Yoga Nidra
Nourishing vegetarian meals prepared with care by the Ratna Ling kitchen
Time for rest, reflection, and connection in the beauty of the coastal redwoods
A supportive community and space to reconnect with yourself

Come as you are—whether you’re a longtime practitioner or simply looking for a weekend to move, breathe, recharge, and feel stronger.

 
SCHEDULE (Subject to change):

Friday

3PM - Arrival
4PM - Pilates
5:30PM - Dinner
6:45PM - Opening Circle & Yoga Nidra


Saturday

7AM - Morning Meditation
8AM - Breakfast
10AM - Pilates
11AM - Yoga
12:15PM - Lunch
1PM - Optional Hike and Free Time
4PM - Restorative Yoga
5:30PM - Dinner


Sunday

7AM - Morning Meditation
8AM - Pilates
9AM - Yoga & Closing Circle
10AM - Brunch
12PM - 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.
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. 
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.”
“Denelle was kind and patient with each individual in the workshop. She helped me extend my limits in the practice.”
“Being able to move at my own pace is a luxury. And of course the food was delicious."