Winter is restorative and contemplative by nature. Spring prompts us to emerge from the insights that are gained from Winter.
Join Erica Chen, assisted by Christina Anand, this spring for a retreat upstate from April 24-27, 2025. Step into the season ahead by immersing yourself in a setting that inspires and broadens your perspective. Take time to connect with community while basking in the beauty of nature!
With yoga practice, breathwork and meditation twice daily, you’ll gain the tools to prepare yourself for the rising of Spring and all that it encompasses, so that your vision of summer is fruitful. With plenty of quiet time to self reflect, moments to gather together over nourishing and delicious meals, and a chance to get bodywork done on the property - don’t miss this opportunity to wrap yourself in the cozyness of this home, and surround yourself with incredible humans for a long weekend of well fed spirit and joy, just two hours outside of the city.
RETREAT IS SOLD OUT
WHATS INCLUDED IN YOUR STAY:
Accommodations
Two yoga classes daily (restorative and open practice/workshop)
Meditation/breathwork practices daily
Organic farm to table meals and snacks prepared at home by home owner and chef extraordinaire Kristen Leonard
Hiking
Jacuzzi
Home-built Wood-fired sauna
Walking meditation labyrinth
Hammocks
NOT INCLUDED IN YOUR STAY:
Bodywork by our incredible massage therapist, Paula Macali, $160 per session
LODGING ACCOMMODATIONS
Groundworks offers a serene retreat nestled on 35 acres, boasting breathtaking views of the Shawangunk Ridge. This haven is designed for relaxation, focus, and creativity, providing a medley of activities to engage with the natural beauty of the surroundings. Guests can meander along walking trails, indulge in a peaceful meditation walk, unwind in gazebos, or luxuriate in hammocks with a book. The property features several spots to savor the sunset, including a deck, and multiple fire pits for nocturnal relaxation and stargazing.
The centerpiece is a renovated net-zero studio, formerly a garage, now a radiant 1200 sq. ft hall with a responsive sprung wood dance floor. It includes a fully equipped kitchen and one and a half bathrooms. The main residence, where hosts Kristen and Frank live, is a welcoming farmhouse with five bedrooms. It's a space shared with guests, offering home-cooked meals in a large kitchen and dining room for various activities. The comforts extend outdoors with a spacious deck, a fire pit, sauna and a hot tub.
An apartment perched above the stables provides stunning ridge views, accommodating 4-6 people with two bedrooms, one bathroom, and a kitchenette. Dining at Groundworks is a culinary delight with health-conscious, vegetable-centric dishes prepared from the freshest local produce, including organic garden offerings and eggs from the property's free-range chickens.
Please note
Room & board portions for the cost of this retreat will go towards Groundworks’ primary goal: to provide free-of-cost residencies supporting people such as artists and activists who are working on projects that they value. It is of great importance to know that we can partner in providing this support for their mission.
TRANSPORTATION
The Trailways bus goes from Port Authority to New Paltz. Approximate cost is $25
Groundworks will offer one group transport for up to 4 people to bring arriving guests arriving from the local bus station on Thursday, and will drop off up to 4 departing guests at the station on Sunday. (Carpooling options from NYC may also be available.)
Taxis from New Paltz to Groundworks: $20-$25
ADDITIONAL NOTES + DISCOUNTS
A $400 non-refundable deposit is due at time of booking
Please note that a one-time $50 transaction fee for credit card processing will be included on the final invoice
After the Retreat: You’ll receive lifetime free access to our Digital Flows online platform. We’re grateful to have you with us and look forward to staying connected through the House of Flow community.
