This retreat is designed to reconnect you to the spirit and playfulness of your inner child, give you opportunities to feel strong, wild, and free, and deepen your connection to yoga and nature.
Together, we will co-create a space for everyone to express authentically and be reminded of our inherent worthiness of self-care.
I believe all souls who answer this call will feel united as soul family when we gather at our private retreat grounds 🥰
Our environment and itinerary will encourage less screen time and catapult you in the direction of your dreams✨
We will have plenty of free time each day for rest and reflection, while also going on hiking excursions, practicing a variety of yoga styles, and eating delicious food!
What is included:
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4 nights, 5 days lodging
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3 daily meals + snacks
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Daily yoga/workshops
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Excursions (local travel to & from)
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On-site activities
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One free month in my virtual membership
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One copy of my poetry book
What is not included:
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Airfare/other travel/transportation
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Personal toiletries
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Towels (unless you're staying in The Cottage, The Bower, or The Coop)
*We can arrange airport pickup for an additional fee.
10/26 - 10/30, 2025
The mountains of North Carolina
Meet Your Teacher
Shelby Gorstein
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RYT 200
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Additional trainings: Yin, Thai Bodywork, Yoga Nidra
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Founder of the AWAKENED ALIVE virtual yoga membership
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Outdoor and indoor yoga teacher for privates and groups
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Lover of life and adventurer on a mission to create safe and welcoming spaces for individuals to express authentically and connect deeply.
My approach to teaching harmonizes effort and ease, inviting in moments of challenge, along with feel-good stretches. I prioritize offering a safe and welcoming space for humans and yogis of all walks of life to feel a sense of belonging.
My classes unite the asana practice with practical tokens of wisdom for how what unfolds on our mats can be translated into our lives off the mat.
Travel is a huge part of my life, just like yoga, and I feel absolutely delighted to bring like-minded souls along for some of the adventures that light up my soul!
Life itself is my greatest muse, and I believe that an equal trust in our own capability and in the universe itself is the recipe for a life of fulfillment, excitement, success, and joy.
Accomodations
Price includes everything in "what is included" list
Every room includes heat and A/C, aside from Bell tents, which have heaters + heated blankets and fans.
The Cottage (SOLD)
Cabin with bathroom & kitchen
Private
$2099
Shared
Bed $1699
Futon $1599
The Coop
Tiny Home with bathroom & kitchen
Private
$2099
Shared
$1699 each
The Bower
Cabin with bathroom
Private
$2099
Shared
Bed $1699
Futon $1599
The Basin
Cabin
Shared
Bed $1599
Futon $1499
The Overlook
Tiny Cabin
Private
$1899
The Nook
Tiny Cabin
Private
$1899
River's Edge
Cabin
Private
$1899
Shared
$1499 (one queen bed, so I recommend signing up with a partner/friend)
River Rock Retreat
Cabin
Private
$1899
Shared
$1499 (one queen bed, so I recommend signing up with a partner/friend)
On the Bank
Cabin
Private
$1899
Shared
$1499 (one queen bed, so I recommend signing up with a partner/friend)
Boho Luxury
Glamping Tent
Private
$1899
Luxe
Glamping Tent
Shared
Queen bed $1599
Twin bed $1499
Bell Tent 1
Private
$1699
Itinerary
(Subject to modify based on community vibes)
Day 1
3 pm check in
5:30 pm Welcome dinner
7 pm Connection workshop
8 pm Feel-good wind-down flow
Day 2
8 am Vinyasa
9:30 am Breakfast
10:30 am Depart for a waterfall hike
2:30 pm Lunch
Free time
6:30 pm Dinner
8 pm Yin into Nidra
Day 3
7 am Breakfast
8:30 am Depart for a hike to a lookout
Packed lunch at the peak
Free time
6:30 pm Dinner
8 pm Wind-down gentle yoga
Day 4
9 am Partner stretching workshop
10:30 am Breakfast
12 pm Activity on site or in town TBD
2:30 pm Lunch
Free time
5 pm Manifestion Workshop
6:30 pm Dinner
Day 5
8:30 am Vinyasa
9:30 am Breakfast
11 am Check out
Where We Will Be
Gold River Cabins
