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Joshua Tree, CA

April 6-9, 2025

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Restore & ReTREAT Yourself

 15th annual Trainer In Your Back Pocket
Empowered Escape Women's Retreat 

Come find friendship and adventure on our next women's retreat as we explore magical Joshua Tree National Park.  Embrace the high desert energy as you recharge your soul with breathtaking hikes, delicious meals, healing sound meditations, tai chi, cold plunge therapy, outdoor rappelling adventures, and so much more! 
Contact Abby to get on the wait list.
See how below

Tentative Itinerary

Activities and days are subject to change.

Day 1

Arrive at our high desert retreat home at 4pm (that's check in time). We will have meet and greet activities, share a family style dinner, and spend the evening getting settled in for our adventures ahead! Quiet your mind with a meditative labyrinth walk on the grounds of the property. Relax in the hot tub, swim in the pool, or simply enjoy the sunset and cozy up with a cup of tea. Connect with your fellow retreat-mates! The evening is yours! 

Day 2

 

Let's adventure! Today put on your adventure hat as we rappel off of large boulders inside Joshua Tree National Park! We will bring a picnic lunch for after our rappelling adventure, and those who wish to stay and hike can explore the trails of Joshua Tree for the afternoon!  Joshua Tree National Park is (approx. 20 minutes from the retreat house).  We'll end the day back at our retreat home with a delicious family style dinner, and s'mores by the fire pit! Take a cold plunge, relax in the hot tub, take a swim, (or take a nap!) 

Day 3

Today we will enjoy a peaceful morning at our retreat house with a sound bath meditation. We will spend the afternoon in Joshua Tree, hiking and watching the majestic sunset. Then we will head back to the house for an evening under the stars, soaking in the hot tub, and relaxing.

Day 4

Enjoy another peaceful morning with a  meditation walk through the labyrinth  followed by a cup of coffee or tea. Then we will enjoy our breakfast, farewell activities, and pack up to depart at 10am.

The Details

Cost: $1,950-$2300 pp 

What's Included:

  • 3 nights stay at our high desert oasis retreat home, Gaia Villa.
  • All meals included, fresh juices stocked in the fridge, and more! (Sunday dinner; Monday Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Tuesday Breakfast, Lunch Dinner; and Wednesday Breakfast)
  • Rappelling or similar adventure tour
  • Sound bath healing meditation
  • All park fees & activities
  • Tai Chi and meditations led by Abby, labyrinth walks, cold plunge therapy, breathwork, and more!
  • As always, all activities are optional! 

What's not included:

  • Travel/Airfare to/from Joshua Tree and our retreat house in Yucca Valley, CA. Nearest airports: Palm Springs Airport (approximately 37 minutes drive), Ontario International Airport (approximately 1.5 hours drive) and Los Angeles LAX (approximately 2.5 hours drive). Carpooling and the sharing of rental cars is recommended. 
  • Souvenirs 
  • Extra gratuity for tour guides.

How to reserve your spot/get on the wait list: (Registration opens July 10, 2024 for TBP members, and August 1, 2024 for non-TBP members)

  • Email Abby your room/bed preference and if you will be sharing with a friend. [email protected]
  • 50% deposit due to hold your spot due to Abby via check, Venmo or Zelle/Bank Transfer.
  • Remaining balance due March 1, 2025
  • No refunds after March 1, 2025. Refunds before March 1, 2025, will incur a $500 non-refundable fee.

Choose your Room Preference

Room preferences are first come, first served, based on availability. All rooms and bathrooms are shared. We are currently FULL but you may email Abby to be put on the waitlist in case anything opens up. ([email protected])

  • Room of 2 Twin Beds: $2150 per person (full). 
  • Room of 3 Twin Beds: $2100. (full)
  • Private Room: $2300 (full)
  • Yoga Studio Room: $1950. (Full.) The yoga studio is a separate structure from the main house. Guests must access the bathrooms in the main house. We will be using the yoga studio for just a few certain activities throughout the retreat such as the sound bath meditation.

About our Retreat House

Indoor Amenities

  • Large living room, 2 dining rooms

  • Indoor yoga studio fully stocked w/ yoga supplies

  • Large kitchen with industrial range w/ all cooking and serving supplies

  • Entertainment bar w/ wine fridge

  • Oversized washer + dryer

  • Alkaline water on tap 

  • Whole house water softening system

  • Smart TV, board games, library of books

  • Wifi powered by Ubiquity Unifi Networks

Outdoor Amenities

  •  Saltwater pool w/ grotto waterfall

  •  Labyrinth walking meditation

  • Outdoor yoga pavilion

  •  7-person hot tub spa with state-of-the-art massaging jets

  •  Large beautiful outdoor fire pit (propane)

  •  Outdoor kitchen (32" BBQ grill, sink, and fridge)

  •  2 cold plunge tubs

  •  Rooftop patio with firepit and amazing desert views

  •  Multiple patio areas and expansive backyard

  •  Outdoor games: Bocce Ball, Cornhole, Jumbo Jenga

  •  Peaceful & upscale residential neighborhood

  •  Plenty of on-site parking 

  •  Convenient access to JT National Park, trails & shops

Empowered Escape Testimonials

"Abby's Well Weekends are a breath of fresh air, much needed "me" time and a wonderful time to connect with new friends. I can't express how much these well weekends feed my mind, body and soul."

Mandy Curry
Lake Tahoe, Destin FL, Moab UT & Yosemite Well Weekends

"Yosemite was amazing! Breathtaking views as we hiked the beautiful waterfalls, and the evening belly laughs at the pizza party. However, Lake Tahoe has my heart. My souls feels at peace near the water. Its beauty from seeing it from the plane in the sky to viewing on ground though... just wow! My favorite was yoga by the water one morning, the calmness, the sun shining on us, and being in tune with me. Ahhh!! Such great memories!"

Jenia Vest
Yosemite & Lake Tahoe Well-Weekends

"Abby’s Hot Springs retreat was an incredible, once in a lifetime experience. Abby is a wealth of knowledge and has such a giving heart. She truly wants everyone to be their healthiest self, mentally, physically and emotionally. Taking time to recharge and rediscover yourself is something everyone needs to do now and then. Having a few days of self reflection and growth was exactly what my soul needed. I can’t wait for the next one!"

Lindsay Nunn
Calistoga Hot Springs Retreat

"I came to the 2018 Well Weekend (Napa Valley) not quite sure what to expect. What I found was a group of welcoming, kind women from all over the country looking to make themselves a priority and to build relationships with each other. The food was great, the location was great and the company was the best part!"

Tami Hackbarth
Napa Valley Well Weekend

"I have been on 7 Well Weekends and they all offered something unique. A Wellness Weekend is a place you can speak and not be judged. Vacations are great, retreating with positive, strong women...life changing!"

Brandy Womble
Yosemite, Lake Tahoe, Moab UT, Destin FL, Napa Well Weekends

Slideshow of Past Empowered Escapes

Check out some of the great adventures we have had over the years!


COVID (and other illness issues) Information

Due to COVID (and any other potential illnesses), we recommend sharing a room only with someone you are comfortable sharing with. By joining this retreat, you understand that you will be sharing a house with several other women. We will respect and follow any rules and laws that California has in place to keep their cities and state safe.

Thank you for understanding.

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