Autumnal Awakening
Yoga Retreat
October 29 - November 1, 2026| Dharmakaya Center for Wellbeing
Catskill Mountain, NY
As the vibrant foliage transforms the Catskill Mountains, join us at the
Dharmakaya Center for Wellbeing for Autumnal Awakening, a retreat designed to help you slow down and reconnect with your inner rhythm.
Surrounded by the serene beauty of New York’s high peaks, you will embrace the cozy stillness of the season through daily yoga, nourishing seasonal cuisine, and the tranquil atmosphere of this mountain sanctuary. Whether you are seeking a profound reset, creative inspiration, or simply the space to breathe, this experience offers the perfect blend of nature and community to guide you gently into the slower pace of fall.
At the Autumnal Awakening Yoga Retreat, you can expect a carefully curated schedule designed to align your mind and body with the season's transition.
Please visit Dharmakaya Center for Wellbeing for full retreat details and to reserve your spot now. We are offering an early bird special through March 31st!
Nurturing Your Body
Seasonal Local Vegetarian Cuisine: Savor three chef-prepared meals daily, featuring varied and nutritious vegetarian and vegan dishes made with locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. Enjoy your meals in a tranquil dining hall, often shared with the resident community in an atmosphere of quiet reflection.
Serene Amenities
Between meals & sessions, find quiet in the extensive spiritual library or meditate at one of the many outdoor statues and pavilions.
Daily Practice & Reflection
Each day begins with morning sun salutations and guided meditation to ground your energy as the sun rises over the high peaks. Each afternoon, enjoy a 75- or 90-minute practice guided by Megan or Vicki. Practices are taught for all-levels with options to explore and deepen your practice. Bakasana/arm-balancing workshop included!
Restorative Evenings
Unwind with gentle restorative yoga, evening Yoga Nidra (guided relaxation), and healing sound baths to settle the nervous system.
Sharing & Journaling
Participate in intimate sharing circles and dedicated journaling time to process your experience and set intentions for the months ahead.
Release & Gratitude
Engaging practices focused on letting go and cultivating thankfulness will be integrated throughout the weekend.
Connection with Nature
Nature Bathing & Hiking: Immerse yourself in 90 acres of private forest.
Guided nature walks and "forest bathing" experiences allow you to soak in the Catskills' peak fall foliage.
Exploration: Hike winding woods paths or venture to nearby mountain trails for expansive valley views.
Digital Detox
To maintain a deep state of peace, guest rooms are intentionally free of internet, telephones, and televisions.
Vicki Bannister & Megan Martino
A mother-daughter team who co-own Rolling Brook Yoga and co-run yoga retreats together will be your retreat hostesses.
Find our full bios here.
As the vibrant energy of summer fades, autumn calls us inward. Autumnal Awakening provides the sacred space to step away from the relentless demands of a busy world, allowing you to slow down, recharge, and reconnect with your deepest self. This is your invitation to embrace the season's natural rhythm, engaging in the introspection necessary to find clarity, stability, and your own unwavering inner light before winter’s stillness arrives.
Come discover a sanctuary where the turning leaves and mountain air inspire a profound return to balance. Your path to inner peace and seasonal alignment begins in the Catskills—reserve your space today.
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Visit the Dharmakaya Retreat Center to reserve your place of awakening this autumn. Reserve before March 31st and receive an early bird discount.
Weekend Schedule
All activities are optional and subject to change due to weather.
Thursday
3:00 pm Check-in Begins
4:30-6:00: Welcome circle and 60-minute yoga practice
6:00-7:00 pm Dinner
8:00-9:00 pm Restorative Yoga
Friday
7:00-8:00 am Morning Sun salutations & Meditation
8:00-9:00 am Breakfast
9:00-11:30 am Walking Meditation & Gratitude project
12:00-1:00 pm Lunch
1:00-3:00 pm Free Time
3:00-4:00 pm Dharma talk, meditation, & journaling
4:00-5:15 pm 75 min Gratitude Yoga Practice
6:00-7:00 pm Dinner
8:00-9:00 pm Yoga Nidra
Saturday
7:00-8:00 am Morning Sun salutations & Meditation
8:00-9:00 am Breakfast
9:00-10:30 am Free Time
10:30-12:00 pm 90 min Halloween-Inspired Yoga Practice
12:00-1:00 pm Lunch
1:30-3:00 pm Free time or Bakasana/Arm Balancing workshop with Megan
3:30-5:00 pm Pranayama, meditation, & restorative yoga
6:00-7:00 pm Dinner
8:00-9:00 pm Yoga Nidra & sound bath
Sunday
7:00-8:00 am Morning Sun salutations & Meditation
8:00-9:00 am Breakfast
10:30-12:00 pm 75 min Yoga practice and closing circle
12:00-1:00 pm Lunch
1:00 pm Departure