Between Earth + Sky
The Desert Retreat | A Family Gathering in Sedona, Arizona.
November 11th - 15th
The Invitation:
You’re invited to an intimate gathering in Sedona, Arizona — home to sacred red rock formations, high desert landscape, and soul land for hikers, artists, and spiritual seekers from around the world.
Sedona sits in a unique pocket of the Southwest — a landscape carved over time by wind and water — where canyon walls rise up out of the earth, and the stone shifts in vibrant colors with the light of the day. Known for its sacred vortex sites, it holds a resonance that is immediately felt — something alive and quietly vibrating beneath the surface.
We’ll gather in a beautiful private home, held within this landscape, for a few days of shared practice, community and nature — not as visitors passing through, but as participants in the rhythm of the land.
Each day will begin with morning sadhana — embodied yoga, meditation, mantra/chanting, breathwork, and sound — a way of arriving fully into the body before the day unfolds. From there, we move into the land itself — hiking through red rock trails, and soaking in the colors, textures, and majesty of the desert. Time and space to explore how to listen more closely to the nature within and around us – re-membering, re-weaving, and returning to a deeper sense of connection and belonging.
Nourishing meals will be prepared by a local private chef and shared with love around the table.
If you feel drawn to Sedona — there’s wisdom in listening to the call.
It would be an honor to share in this experience with you in this place so dear to my heart — one that has called me back again and again — where something inexplicable continues to open and come alive.
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What’s Included
- 4 nights/5 days accommodation in a private home in Sedona
-Daily yoga, meditation, mantra, breathwork, sound therapy, creative art and writing, and explorative group practices
-Guided hikes through Sedona’s red rock landscapes and trails
-A visit to the Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park for meditation and exploration
- 2 nourishing meals per day prepared by a private chef, using seasonal and locally inspired ingredients
*All meals are tailored to support a variety of dietary needs and preferences.
- Evening practice - restorative yoga, guided meditation, and sound immersion
- A private kirtan led by renowned musician, Ananda Das, whose music has been a deep source of inspiration, connection, and healing on my path.
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What’s Not Included:
• Airfare
• Transportation to/from Sedona unless joining the scheduled group shuttle departing at the designated times. (Additional transportation details/options provided upon registration.)
• Optional in-home therapeutic bodywork and holistic offerings
-Food and beverages outside the 2 meals provided daily
-Travel insurance (highly recommended)
Transportation
Included Group Shuttle:
Our group van will depart from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport at approximately 2pm on Wednesday, Novmeber 11th, and will arrive back to the airport at approximately 11am on Sunday, November 15th. This is a wonderful option if your travel plans align.
*All pickup/drop-off details will be shared with all family members prior to the retreat. :)
Alternate Transportation Options:
If your flight arrives earlier and/or later and you’re unable to join the group van, we recommend Groome Transportation, a comfortable and reliable shuttle service offering direct transportation from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport to Sedona.*We will coordinate your transportation to and from the house.
-Renting a car is also an option for those wishing to explore the area further, and/or extend their stay.
Daily Rhythm
8 AM | Morning Sadhana
10 AM | Brunch
11:30 AM | Hiking + Connecting to the Land
5/5:30 PM | Evening Practice
7 PM | Dinner
*This schedule is intended as a general guide and may shift to support the flow of the retreat and the needs of the group.
Our Shared Sanctuary & Shala
Where red earth meets deep restoration
* These gatherings are a merging of hearts and minds centered around nurturing connection, and are an open, supportive, and loving space for all who identify as a woman, and non-binary, and gender non-conforming individuals. They are a coming together of all ages and backgrounds to learn, grow and heal together.
Please email wellness@joannabenevides.com for more information on Availability, Accommodations, and Pricing.
*We offer an supported rates and discounts, as well as provide flexible payment plans for anyone who is interested in joining, but is only able to pay in increments. Please reach out directly for more details.
