Upcoming Retreats, Classes + Workshops
From Agitation to Activation: A 21-Day Journey to Harness Marsβs Potential
What?
Step into the new year with purpose and power through this transformative 21-day Japa mantra practice. Together, weβll repeat a potent mantra tied to the planet Marsβan energy of vitality, courage, and disciplineβthousands of times.
With Mars in retrograde (the most intense of planetary retrogrades), this practice aligns with the cosmic energy to refine your inner fire and turn agitation into activation.
This journey includes:
β¨ 3 live virtual sessions:
Kickoff (Tuesday, January 9th): Welcome, introduction to the practice and mantra, and an active practice to dive in.
Midway Check-In: Stay accountable, share insights, and practice together.
Closing (Thursday, January 30th): Reflect, share your experiences, and celebrate your growth.
β¨ Daily mantra practice with the support of a like-minded group via WhatsApp
β¨ A framework that gently encourages discipline, accountability, and perseverance
Why?
Japa meditation is powerfulβbut not always easy! Itβs designed to push you up against the edges of resistance. With Mars retrograde stirring unresolved energies like frustration or restlessness, this is the perfect time to transform those emotions into growth, clarity, and purpose. When the mind tells you to quit, the group and structure of this practice will help you stay the course, showing you whatβs possible when you persevere.
Mars retrograde is rare (once every two years) and profoundly impactful. This practice helps you harness its energy to ignite your vitality, activate courage, and align with a greater sense of purposeβall in a playful and creative way!
How much?
This offering is priced accessibly at $33 for 21 days, including all three live sessions.
Do I need a mala?
While itβs not absolutely necessary, a 108-beaded mala can be a wonderful tool to support your mantra practice. It helps you keep count while creating a tactile connection to the mantraβs energy. If you donβt have one, I encourage you to get oneβitβs a beautiful way to deepen your commitment to the practice and feel more connected.
I also have a selection of malas I brought back from India, now available for purchase. Theyβve been dipped in the Ganga and are infused with the energy of the land where mantra has been practiced for centuries. Message me to let me know if youβd like more info or to purchase one!
Magical Month of Meditation
What?
As we approach the holidays and the final weeks of 2024, indulge in different yogic meditation practices to relax your nervous system, calm and clear your mind, and increase intuition and subtle body awareness, includingβ¦
Yoga Nidra
energizing and calming breathwork
chakra activation practices
mantra meditation
and more!
All are offered virtually to practice from the comfort of your own environment.
Why?
Hilary Jackendoff and I are both new mothers, and we feel like we have so much to share, but we have no time to share it. So weβre being gentle with ourselves and coming together to share the workload and bring you a series of 8 classes over 4 weeks, alternating teaching slots. We may have to swap things around - because babies - but meditation is all about adaptability and acceptance, so youβll understand! :)
How much?
This series is priced very affordably at $120 and includes streaming access to all the recordings, through the end of December.
When?
TIMES
Wednesdays from 7:30-8:30 p.m. PT
Sundays from 2-3 p.m. PT
DATES
Wed. Nov 13 - Hilary
Sun. Nov 17 - Meghan
Wed. Nov 20 -
Sun. Nov 24 -
Wed. Nov 27 - Meghan
Sun. Dec 1 - Hilary
Wed. Dec 4 -
Sun. Dec 8 -
About Hilary Jackendoff
Iβm here to be of service, hold space, create community, uplift, and bring light to the shadows. Iβm all about creating sacred space, diving deep into powerful, transformational practices - without the dogma - and having a LOT of fun while I do it. Because spirituality doesnβt have to be so serious!
Iβm looking forward to sharing some of the tools and teachings that have helped me become a more self-aware, patient and compassionate human being - and less of an asshole! Thank you for trusting me to guide you!
Break the Cycle of Burnoutβa Desert Oasis Retreat
A Transformational Retreat Rooted in Rebellious Rest
Prioritizing yourself (read: rest!) can be one of the most challenging things. Believe me, I get it.
But Iβve come to learn that when youβre going quickly, doing more, and keeping busy in a season (read: fall) designed for naps, slowing down, and doing less, youβre going against the flow of nature.
Letβs face it, we live in a culture that celebrates busyness. A culture that would like us to believe we need to prove our worth through productivity.
But as the days get shorter, the nights get longer, and the weather gets cooler, do you really want to be doing more?
I believe we actually want to enjoy fall + winter resting and digesting with regulated nervous systems.
βIf we want to live more restful lives, we have to actually allow ourselves to rest.β
β NICOLA JANE HOBBS
Imagine getting to the root of where exhaustion and overwhelm stems from.
And, from there, planting seeds of an easy practice that transforms you from the inside out.
Imagine feeling refreshed, inspired, and aligned with natureβs rhythms, so much so that your heartβs deepest desire is effortlessly fulfilled.
This is all possible and waiting for you.
Take this long weekend to rebel against hustle culture + overdoing, to rebel against conditioned markers of success through busyness.
Take this invitation to see how much is possible when you actually do less.
Feel more alive by actually doing less. And learn to let go of feeling a guilty stigma about it!
PREPARE TO REST + DIGEST
Think of this retreat as an initiation to experiencing life without unnecessary exhaustion.
We will be doing deep work in an intimate group setting (5 participants max), so you walk away feeling empowered with easy-to-implement, transformational techniques.
ποΈ Bonus: This four-day, three-night desert retreat would be nothing without the nourishment of world-class (and dear friend!) Chef Shirley Temple. She will even be sharing a nourishing + inspiring cooking workshop in the spirit of rebellious rest.
Whatβs included?
Daily Yoga Nidras (aka Non-Sleep Deep Rest)
Daily morning rituals + guided meditation
Morning all-levels kriya yoga practice
Three truly incredible daily meals cooked by world-class Chef Shirley Temple
Class props + mats
Intention Setting (Sankalpa) Workshop
Cooking Workshop with Chef Shirley Temple
Nature walks in the beautiful desert landscape
Excursion to the Desert Botanical Garden
Integration practices to take with you
And some fun surprises!
Whatβs not included?
Transportation to/from Phoenix Airport (only a 15 minute drive to the Desert Oasis home)
Sample Schedule
THURSDAY
4pm Arrival
5pm Welcome circle
6:30pm Dinner
8pm Yoga Nidra
FRIDAY
7-7:30am Meditation (optional)
Tea/coffee
8-9:30am Kriya yoga practice
10am Breakfast
12pm Sankalpa workshop
1:30pm Lunch
Rest / reflection
4pm Yoga nidra
6:30pm Dinner
SATURDAY
7-7:30am Meditation (optional)
Tea/coffee
8-9:30am Kriya yoga practice
10am Breakfast
12pm Chef Shirleyβs inspired cooking workshop
1:30pm lunch
Optional: Desert Botanical Garden excursion
6:30pm Dinner
8pm Yoga Nidra
SUNDAY
7-7:30am Meditation (optional)
Tea/coffee
8am Kriya Yoga + Nidra
10am Breakfast
11:30am head home!
Accommodations + Pricing
Situated just 10-15 minutes from Phoenix International Airport, the retreat is held in a beautiful and spacious home located in one of Phoenixβs stunning historic neighborhoods.
Secure your space with a $500 non-refundable deposit; remaining balance due by September 15th. Retreat booking will become available on Wednesday, July 5th.
Single Occupancy: Queen Bed, Shared Bath (2 Spots)
A queen sized bed in a private room.
Youβll be sharing a bathroom with two others.
$1,450
Double Occupancy: King Bed, Shared Bath (1 Spot)
A king sized bed in a shared room.
Youβll be sharing the room with another guest sleeping on an air mattress.
Youβll be sharing a bathroom with your roommate.
$1,300
Double Occupancy: Air mattress, Shared Bath (1 Spot)
A queen sized air mattress in a shared room.
Youβll be sharing the room with another guest sleeping on a king bed.
Youβll be sharing a bathroom with your roommate.
$1,200
Shared Space: Pull-out Couch, Shared Bath (1 Spot)
A queen sized pull-out couch in the living space.
Youβll be sharing a bathroom with two others.
$1,150