Palm Springs Retreat

October 19-22, 2023

Enjoy 4 Days of Modernism & Yoga in Gorgeous Palm Springs

This retreat during 'Mini Modernism' in the beautiful Palm Springs offers an opportunity to tour architectural properties, listen to a fascinating lecture on Palm Springs, soak in the sunshine and warmth by the poolside and enjoy morning Hatha Yoga and evening Yin Yoga in the garden.

Mini-Modernism Week is a four-day long event featuring tours, talks, and parties in unique locations around Palm Springs not regularly open to the public. It is an introduction to Modernism Week that takes place annually in February.

For more information and to book events visit the Modernism Week website:

modernismweek.com

Enjoy morning Hatha Yoga and evening Yin Yoga in the garden of the only William Krisel-designed house on the US National Registry of Historic Places. Feel rejuvenated and at ease following each class.

We are also offering a guided walking tour of the historic Twin Palms neighbourhood with a special inside tour of three houses designed by William Krisel, a lecture presented by Heidi Creighton (author of "William Krisel's Palm Springs: The Language of Modernism"), and visit the Cactorium- the first one in the world- local and eccentric!

For information on the Cactorium visit: www.moortenbotanicalgarden.com

You'll have time each day to explore Palm Springs, hike, shop, savour wonderful meals, relax, rest, lounge poolside, soak in the hot tub, practice twice daily yoga, meditate, sketch, journal, or read.

Be inspired during Modernism Week, soak in the sunshine, enjoy mouth-watering local cuisine, feel relaxed & rejuvenated with twice-daily yoga, have great fun and make wonderful memories!

Itinerary:

Oct 19 - Thursday

Arrive and check-in at your hotel.
5 pm - Welcome cocktails and appetizers at the property.
6 pm- Palm Springs Modernism Lecture.
Return to Hotels for dinner & change into Yoga attire.
8-9 pm Candle Light Yin Yoga a the property.

Oct 20 - Friday

7:30 am - Coffee, tea & juice
8-9 am - Shoulder Opening & Neck Tension Release Hatha Yoga Class in the garden at the property.
9-10 am - Continental breakfast with fresh croissants from the infamous local French bakery.
Return to your hotel and change for a neighbourhood walking tour.
11 am -1 pm - Walking tour of the neighbourhood and Cactorium visit.
1 pm - 8 pm - Open time for attending Modernism events, shopping at Cabezon, or visiting the museum and art gallery.
8 -9 pm - Shoulder Opening & Neck Tension Release Candle Light Yin Class at the property.

Oct 21 - Saturday

7:30 am - Coffee, tea & juice
8-9 am - Happy Hips & Hamstrings Hatha Yoga Class in the garden at the property.
9-10 am - Bagels and lox from local bagel shop Townies.
11 am - 1 pm - Open time for attending Modernism events, shopping at Cabezon, or visiting the museum and art gallery.
1-3 pm - Three home tours walk with Heidi. Owners will tour their homes.
3-6 pm - Free time to enjoy the pool, and hot tub, relax in the garden or lounge by the poolside.
6-7:30 pm - (Optional) group dinner at Mr. Lyons (50’s vibe). Dinner not included in the retreat price.
8-9 pm - Happy Hips & Hamstrings Candle Light Yin Yoga Class at the property.

Oct 22 - Sunday

7:30 am - Coffee, tea & juice
8-9 am - Low Back Release & Core strengthening Hatha Class in the garden at the property.
9 am- Continental breakfast
10 am - Lounge by the pool, for those who have to check out but have later flights- There will be food and the pool at Heidi's.

Retreat Includes:

6 yoga classes: 3 morning Hatha, 3 evening Candle Light Yin
Palm Spring Lecture
3 Home Tours
Entrance to the Cactorium
Cocktails and appetizers
3 Light breakfasts (local French patisserie & bagel shop)
Coffee, tea, and juice throughout the day
Laundry and Kitchen Use.
Pool & Hot Tub
Complimentary WIFI

Not included in the price:

Airfare
Lunches and dinners
Modernism event
Transportation

OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS:

Visit the art museum.

Visit the architecture museum.

Heidi's Palm Springs Property

Enjoy the peacefulness of desert living in the large, secluded backyard with mountain views.

Restored in collaboration with William Krisel, this lovely home presents “the future as it was conceived of” in the 1950s — with today's contemporary amenities.

Accommodation Options - Each within walking distance of the property:

Ace Hotel

https://acehotel.com/palm-springs/

The Saguaro

https://thesaguaro.com

The Sparrows Lodge

https://www.sparrowslodge.com

RETREAT COST:

$997.USD

$500.USD reserves your spot on the retreat.

Reserve Your Spot HERE

A two-payment option of $248. is available for the remaining amount.

Meighlin

Heidi

Meighlin is dedicated to bringing the heart of yoga into the lives of others. She teaches traditional Hatha Yoga, weaving the wisdom of Ayurveda into her classes, in a way that students can relate to and apply in their daily lives.

Come develop your practice in the warmth and sunshine of Palm Springs in October!

Her joyful, inspirational teaching, for all levels, will nourish your body, mind and your spirit.

Heidi Creighton is a Midcentury Modern enthusiast, writer, collector, and researcher. In 2012 she purchased a restored and updated Palm Springs home designed by William Krisel in 1957.

She is known for the first major monograph chronicling his work and architectural philosophy.

In addition to her work on William Krisel, Creighton has also contributed to a variety of other publications and
she regularly speaks at conferences and workshops on Modernism, architecture and Palm Springs.

BOOK NOW!

$500. USD reserves your spot on the retreat

Please note deposits are non-refundable.

Two payment option of $248. is available for the remaining amount.