I CREATE SANCTUARY FOR ON-THE-GO WOMEN WHO OVER-GIVE
TO SLOW DOWN, RECHARGE, & CONNECT TO SELF.
U p c o m i n g D a y l o n g R e t r e a t :
Shanti Shala: a day of nourishment & connection
…SAT, AUGUST 22 | 8AM-7PM…
Need a break from the rat race aka city life? Feeling overworked and undernourished?
Craving to sloooooow down? Wanna make new besties?
Shanti means ‘Peace’ in Sanskrit and Shala means ‘Home’.
So, come home to peace inside yourself in this mountain sanctuary!
Yoga ~ Writing ~ Forest ~ Chai ~ River ~ Chill ~ Nourishment
Upon arrival, take off your shoes, put down the burdens you are carrying, walk barefoot in the forest, sit under a tree and just BE. Drink real Indian Chai tea with spices with a homemade energy snack. Try a neti kriya (salt water nasal rinse) and a Rosehip Seed oil facial massage followed by a rejuvenating & grounding yoga practice and a delicious organic homemade brunch. Then circle up for a creative leap into the unknown putting pen to paper for a deep, raw, enlightening, connecting Journey Writing Circle in the forest followed by a short trip to the nearby river for a walk and dip in the pure mountain spring water plus a letting go ritual. Head back for a closing circle and another homemade wholesome dinner before you head home or sleep over.
THE DAY’S FLOW:
8-9am — Arrive and Settle
9-11am — Yoga & Meditation
11am-1pm — Big Brunch & Big Chill
1-3pm — Journey Writing Circle
3-6pm — River Walk/Dip
6-7pm — Closing Circle & Delish Dinner
This nourishing daylong retreat in the mountains (just 40 mins from downtown Boulder up a beautiful canyon road) is at a private residence aka my home nestled amidst Pine, Spruce, and Aspen trees in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado! Location revealed at sign up.
THE OFFERINGS:
YOGA: A mix of Hatha Flow, Iyengar, and light Vinyasa with a short meditation and long savasana rest tailored to the group’s needs.
FOOD: All meals will be fresh, organic, home-made with spices, herbs and fresh ingredients that deeply nourish you.
WRITING: Journey Writing is a practice of putting your heart on the page, writing what’s real and true and being witnessed in the circle.
RIVER: A short walk to one of the most beautiful rivers in Colorado with little rock pools in a pine and spruce forest to sit by or dip in.
RETREAT COST:
DAYLONG COST (without overnight): $270 (includes yoga, brunch, writing, river, dinner)
DAYLONG COST W/ OVERNIGHT STAY: $325 (includes everything above plus camping in the woods & yoga and breakfast on Sunday)
SIGN UP & DISCOUNTS:
Email me at: shani@shaniraviv.com to let me know which option you choose.
Payment can be broken up into 2 payments if need be.
Bring a friend and each receive a 20% discount.
Retreat is limited to 7 participants.
Registration closes Monday, August 17!
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P a s t W e e k e n d R e t r e a t s:
~2026 CO Retreat~
Magical Mountain Sistership in an Earthship
Journey Writing Circle & Yoga Retreat 2026!
“Journey Writing is a deeply profound and cathartic process. Shani is a master at gathering the right people at the right time, and creating a program and schedule that is nourishing and soulful. Lots of laughing, crying, moving, being & delicious, healthy food!”
– Allison, retreat participant
“I joined the retreat as a slug, interested in a metamorphosis; trying something completely novel. I was rewarded: new friends, new foods, new thoughts, new soul, from greeting the morning with yoga to dancing on the roof, I smile in remembrance. Shani can bring together a diverse group of women, provide a space to write from our hearts, where creativity & compassion flourish in a cocoon of nature. I am emerged a butterfly!”
– Emily Kelley, retreat participant
“The retreat helped me to get clarity in my life and business and was absolutely transformational. The women Shani attracts are kind, warm, fun, and brilliant! This was exactly what I needed to reset as a neurodivergent entrepreneur and mom. The food was amazing and so nourishing. I loved the final circle when we shared appreciations for each other and they were telling me that I’m brave, badass, and a trailblazer. I felt so seen.”
– Meghan Bonde, retreat participant
“After the retreat I felt more connected to others with issues. Inspired by some of the powerful women I met.”
– Rachel, retreat participant
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~2025 CO Retreat~
Cosy-up Mid-winter
Journey Writing Circle & Yoga
Earthship Colorado Mountain Retreat February 2025!
“Given prior experience, I knew Journey Writing would allow me to dig into my soul and share as I desired. What I could never anticipate was how the beauty of the Earthship, the nourishment of the freshly cooked meals, the hearts and hugs of the participants, mix of free and social time, and the skilled facilitation would create the container I needed to hold my tears and truths. I highly recommend this emotional excavation work to all women longing to be heard and seen!!”
— Sandra Hall, retreat participant
“Journey Writing with Shani is a transformative experience. She creates a safe space where we can easily connect with each other and our true selves without judgment, critique, or commentary. Shani’s joyful, genuine, and thoughtful spirit permeates her intentionality in leading her writing circles, and certainly enveloped our entire retreat. From the Earthship lodging, to the incredibly fresh, nourishing, and delicious meals she cooked, to our hikes, yoga, and sunset watching in the hot tub, I felt fully accepted, valued, and treasured. I felt this from not only Shani, but from each of the women on the retreat, and this environment created authenticity and appreciation in our group. I would have never expected the level of openness and togetherness created in just the first night. It’s been something my soul’s needed for a long time, and I feel privileged to have experienced it on this retreat.”
— Amy B., retreat participant
“The Journey Writing Retreat was a wonderful experience full of laughter, reflection and connection with awesome women! The EarthShip setting was gorgeous and Shani served an abundance of exquisite, delicious food. I feel fortunate for this special experience of slowing down, being in nature and writing to witness and be witnessed.”
— Nicole, retreat participant
“When I first read about the retreat I felt really curious about this experience but since I don’t identify as a writer or as someone who does yoga frequently, I thought that it’s probably not for me. However, the experience was deeply nourishing, a huge gift, and the best thing I could have done for myself. I felt a genuine connection to every woman there and I felt safe, which really allowed me to be vulnerable and explore parts of myself that needed my love and attention. The Earthship was so beautiful and cozy. The location had breathtaking views and I felt so grounded while there. Participating in this retreat changed me and allowed me to heal in ways that I wasn’t expecting. Thank you for creating such a lovely experience and holding space for everything that came through. It was magical!”
— M.L., retreat participant
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~2024 CA Retreat~
Wind-down Mid-summer
Journey Writing Circle & Yoga
Russian River & Redwoods California Retreat July 2024!
“This was a very special container and the retreat was just what I needed. The location was amazing, the people were amazing, it was just perfect! Before the retreat, I was nervous because I didn’t know who would be there and what it would be like. During the retreat, I felt completely in the moment and enjoyed every single minute. I loved getting to intimately know the other women and feeling really safe with them. I loved all the time in nature and the location really felt like home away from home. The meals were incredible, as was the experience of sharing food together. The yoga was wonderful and I was able to participate as much as I felt comfortable doing. The journey writing was transformational. After the retreat, I felt nourished and rested. I wish it could have been even longer! I definitely want to do another one of Shani’s retreats!”
— Cara, Retreat Participant
“Shani’s Journey Writing Retreat was just what I needed! Time away from normal life, in a beautiful location, with wonderful people, food, yoga and outdoor activities, and a peaceful and comfortable house to hold us all. Shani’s writing facilitation was excellent and her enthusiasm made everything fun and welcoming. The writing was easy to get the hang of and I found it eye-opening and really fun! I came back feeling refreshed and relaxed and like I had been able to express myself in a safe place.”
— Leslie, Retreat Participant
“Shani did a wonderful job of welcoming everyone and taking our needs and wants into consideration. I am very grateful I got to attend and am looking forward to future retreats. Shani is a warm, open spirit who is generous with her energy and talents. She creates a safe container in which women are able to share their most intimate truths and build community. No previous writing experience needed. Interested in learning more about yourself while meeting amazing women…this is for you!”
— Sandra, Retreat Participant
” The location was amazing: being able to write on the deck with views of redwood trees and beautiful birds chirping was such a treat, as was swimming in the river and enjoying the hot tub during the breaks! The meals were incredible, the schedule flexible, and overall I felt so grateful that I decided to give myself the gift of time to write and rejuvenate in the magical forest of the Russian River!”
— Sammy, Retreat Participant
