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Awakened in Sedona: An Oneness Retreat Among the Red Rocks
A guided, immersive yoga and meditation program set in Sedona’s red-rock landscape — a compact guide to what to expect across the retreat and how to plan for it.
Awakened in Sedona: An Oneness Retreat Among the Red Rocks.
Set against Sedona’s ochre spires and juniper-studded canyons, this guided retreat pairs intentional yoga and meditation with mindful hikes and group workshops designed to reset your body and clarify priorities. The program moves between gentle studio practices, silent outdoor meditations and guided walks through signature local trails, all held in an intimate setting that emphasizes connection and integration.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Daily Yoga, Meditation & Sound Work
Four days of intentional yoga and meditation—ranging from dynamic vinyasa at sunrise to deep yin and yoga nidra—culminate in evening sound baths, chanting and reflection circles to anchor each day.
Guided Walks Through Sedona’s Signature Trails
Guided hikes feature local highlights: Bell Rock or Cathedral Rock, a Boynton Canyon vortex hike and a long, mindful hike along West Fork Trail—each integrated with meditation and restorative practices.
Lantern Light Inn & Intimate Community
The retreat is hosted at Lantern Light Inn in West Sedona with an intimate group format, nourishing vegetarian meals, and workshops in Oneness philosophy led by Sedona locals Christopher and Brittney Nimtz.
What the day feels like
What the retreat feels like
Days progress from arrival and grounding into progressively deeper practices: morning meditations and flowing yoga to open the body, guided hikes that use the landscape as a living classroom for mindfulness, workshops on Oneness and self-inquiry, and evening restorative sessions that create space for integration and journaling. The tempo is deliberate—practices, meals and shared circles are designed to foster stillness, connection and practical takeaways for returning home.
THE PRACTICE
Daily Yoga, Meditation & Sound Work
Four days of intentional yoga and meditation—ranging from dynamic vinyasa at sunrise to deep yin and yoga nidra—culminate in evening sound baths, chanting and reflection circles to anchor each day.
THE HIKES
Guided Walks Through Sedona’s Signature Trails
Guided hikes feature local highlights: Bell Rock or Cathedral Rock, a Boynton Canyon vortex hike and a long, mindful hike along West Fork Trail—each integrated with meditation and restorative practices.
THE SETTING
Lantern Light Inn & Intimate Community
The retreat is hosted at Lantern Light Inn in West Sedona with an intimate group format, nourishing vegetarian meals, and workshops in Oneness philosophy led by Sedona locals Christopher and Brittney Nimtz.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this retreat suits — and a note on limits stated in the listing.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The retreat spans four days (multiple sessions across consecutive days); review the itinerary for daily rhythms of practice, hikes and workshops.
Bring comfortable clothes suitable for yoga and hiking, a refillable water bottle, a journal, and an open heart.
Two nourishing vegetarian meals are provided each day as part of the retreat program.
Check-in and venue are at Lantern Light Inn in West Sedona; Saha Shuttle pickups are arranged from Phoenix Sky Harbor or Flagstaff and shuttle returns to the airport are provided at departure.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the retreat?
The program is presented as a four-day retreat.
Where do I meet the group on arrival?
Check-in and the retreat venue are at Lantern Light Inn in West Sedona, with Saha Shuttle pickups available from Phoenix Sky Harbor or Flagstaff.
Are meals included?
Yes — two nourishing vegetarian meals are provided each day.
What types of outdoor activities are included?
Guided hikes on local trails are part of the schedule, including options such as Bell Rock or Cathedral Rock, Boynton Canyon vortex and a longer West Fork Trail hike.
What should I bring?
Bring comfortable clothes for yoga and hiking, a refillable water bottle, a journal and an open heart.
Who leads the retreat?
The retreat is guided by Sedona natives Christopher & Brittney Nimtz.