THE ZEN OF
YIN & VIN
and then some...
Nevada City, California
May 20 - 24, 2024
or
May 27 - 31, 2024
If you're a fun-loving individual craving a personalized wellness retreat that blends gentle yoga with enchanting hikes and epicurean delights, come refill your spiritual cup while indulging in healthy pleasures. Return home feeling happy and harmonized.
SAVE MY PLACE
It’s Time To Treat Yourself
The Zen of Yin & Vin offers a unique and unforgettable experience in the beautiful, historic town of Nevada City. Join us in the prettiest of California Gold Rush towns!
Discover Yin
as in slow, deep, mindful yoga.
Begin each morning strolling through the quaint Victorian town to enter our cozy yoga studio for a quiet, contemplative practice targeting your deepest connective tissues. You'll drop down into your parasympathetic nervous system turning inward and tuning into the welcoming sensations of your mind and body relaxing, awakening, and healing. The true practice is to carry those feelings within you throughout the day.
Delight in Vin
as in the art of wine tasting.
Through warm hospitality, and delicious fine wines, you'll appreciate the small-town charm, character, and sense of community of our local tasting experience.
You'll visit two of Nevada City's oldest wineries to hear their history, stroll through the vinyards, sample their wines, learn how they were made, and discover the nuances of each. Even those that don't drink wine have enjoyed the ambiance and comaraderie of these outings.
Design your days
to match your mood.
Beyond Yin and Vin, we have an elaborate menu of wellness modalities for personal pampering. Once you have confirmed your reservation, you will receive a link to schedule your 1:1 Clarity Call and together we'll design your customized retreat. Extra fees will apply.
Here a few intriguing choices to:
- Dive deeper into Yoga Therapeutics or add some Vinyasa Flow.
- An Array of Massage Modalites
- Weightless Flotation Therapy & Infrared Sauna
- Western Astrology Reading & Hypnosis
- Vedic Astrology Reading with Vidya
- Divination Board Reading
- Holistic Skincare & Facials
- Sound Bath Meditation
I'm ready, Sophia. Sign me up!
Choose your room and save your space with a deposit today.
REGISTER TODAYWhere does this all lead?
CONNECT WITH WHAT MATTERS MOST
Allow yourself to disconnect from the noise around you and tune in to what's happening in your own mind, body, and soul...moment by moment. Practice the Power of Presence.
- Enjoy clearing your mind with simple meditations interspersed throughout the day.
- Feel your body thriving with the care you give it through mindful, intentional movement both on and off the mat.
- Watch your choices merge with the values of balance and moderation bringing you personal joy and fulfillment.
It’s time to nurture yourself like never before. Strike a balance and celebrate your health as you embrace the sacred pleasures of life.
LIVING YOUR YOGA
You begin each morning breathing deeply as you are expertly guided through mindful movement. You embrace the awakening of your senses to the beauty of each day integrating the wisdom from the ancient teachings of yoga and Ayurveda.
CAPTIVATING HIKES
You stroll along the picturesque trail overlooking the mighty Yuba River. Then savor a delicious organic picnic as you cool your toes in the clear mountain waters. The Yuba is well known for the pristine beauty of its emerald green water lined with giant, polished granite boulders.
SCRUMPTIOUS CUISINE
Being centrally located on Broad Street in downtown Nevada City, you have the privilege of dining in a variety of fine eateries. You feel nourished by beautiful, organic ingredients, locally sourced, and seasonally inspired. Your tastebuds and tummy are happy.
A CALIFORNIA ICON
Built in 1856, the National Exchange Hotel is a treasured piece of Nevada City history. This grand old dame has a new lease on life after an extensive, 3-year, floor-to-rafters renovation. Full of rich colors and patterns, opulent furnishings and lovingly restored original features.
LEARNING LOCAL LORE
You're enthralled by the history of the gold rush boom as the town grew to a peak of 10,000 citizens compared to only 3,000 today. Entertainment was top-notch with Mark Twain giving lectures and Lola Montez performing her exotic Spider Dance.
VICTORIAN CHARM
You sink into luxury of your chosen, uniquely appointed guest room which has been distinctly designed with its own unique story to tell. Curated vintage furniture and light fixtures complement modern amenities for an ideal stay. No two rooms are alike!
The Middle Path
Have your "vacations" ever left you feeling exhausted once you return home? You feel you need a few days to recover and recalibrate. Of course, fun memories were made, yet you somewhat regret over-indulging in so many ways that left you feeling guilty and a bit remorseful. We all do it. We're human. And there's another path.
Maybe you’ve considered a transformational wellness retreat, yet you are a foodie that prefers to delight in creative cuisine and an occasional glass of wine. You want to indulge yet without any shame. I've got good news.....
You can have your cake and eat it, too.
The Zen of Yin and Vin is a practice in moderation. Yoga calls this Brahmacharya – translated as honoring one’s true Self as the highest teacher. (brahma - highest acharya - teacher)
Explained also as “the virtue of self-restaint,” the results are conservation of energy and promotion of positive qualities. In this current day and age, it may best be translated as, “boundaries are good". This gives us the freedom to walk the middle path.
So yes, a transformational wellness retreat can include gourmet cuisine and wine tasting in balance with daily self-care practices and a rhythm to the day that leaves you feeling nourished, nurtured, and in reverence to the wisdom within.
This retreat is your opportunity to welcome sensual pleasures as you cultivate daily self-care habits connecting with your inner wisdom and committing to the daily choices that strike a balance in your well being.
Why should I say Yes?
- You have an adventurous spirit seeking both inner exploration and outdoor adventure.
- You've been curious about a Wellness Retreat yet you also enjoy a touch of indulgence. You CAN have both!
- You want a new approach to your Yoga practice that has you aging gracefully with poise and power!
- You need a reboot of your wellness routine to avoid the struggle with making healthy choices.
- You feel a longing for more meaning on a spiritual level in your daily life.
- You desire a getway that connects you with others in meaningful conversations.
- You long to expand into a more balanced way of living long after you return home.
The Venue
has her charms
The moment you set foot in the National Hotel you'll be delighted by the charm and beauty that has been well preserved over the years. First opening in 1856, the heart and soul of this building shines through. Listed as a National Historic Landmark, it has graduated to a new level of luxury, beautifully appointed, revived and renewed for today’s travelers.
An elegant, one-of-a-kind room awaits you filled with all the comforts you desire. Alluring colors and patterns, sumptuous furnishings, unique art and antiques, a bright and beautiful bathroom, and a plush bed with crisp white-on-white linens provides a tranquil night’s sleep.
This year you'll be choosing your own room separate from your retreat package. There are many options so enjoy booking the room that fits your mood. Reservations made directly with the hotel are the best option. Links are provided below with reservation form.
You may certainly choose another venue, or perhaps stay at a home in town as long as you can provide your own transportation to downtown Nevada City each day. Keep in mind, that the National Hotel is so special that even the locals choose to stay here occasionally.
The Coolest
of Small Towns
There's still gold in these hills - but these days, it's the cultural, foodie, and blissful vacation gold that draws visitors from around the country. This colorful town has prepared for its future by preserving its past. The entire downtown district is a national historic landmark where you will enjoy quality restaurants, a variety of fine boutiques and galleries all flavored with old-fashioned Nevada City hospitality.
Surrounded by deep green hillsides, white church steeples and red brick storefronts, this colorful Sierra foothills town is a different kind of place. There's an artsy, bohemian flavor that adds to its appeal. While other old towns have disappeared or fallen victim to urban sprawl, Nevada City has managed to retain its unique allure.
Your Host
Hi! I'm Nancy Ruby However, in Nevada City they know me as Sophia. You'll hear the story and you can call me Nancy or Sophia or Nancy Sophia.
I’m passionate about supporting those who want to be in service to their health and well-being through physical, emotional, and spiritual empowerment.
For the past 40 years, it has been my pleasure to share the full spectrum of Yoga, Ayurveda and Nature's Wisdom helping to shift thousands into living vibrant, easeful, soulful lives.
Join me for the Zen of Yin and Vin. You'll enjoy creating meaningful moments, cultivating healthy habits, and living with intention as you follow your bliss.
Five Days of Fabulous
DAY ONE - ARRIVING
DAY TWO - CONNECTING
DAY THREE - LISTENING
DAY FOUR - REFLECTING
DAY FIVE - CELEBRATING
YOUR CHAMBER AWAITS
Gift yourself a 5-day Personalized Retreat catering to a maximum of 6 guests. Create a private event with your own friends and family, or enjoy meeting new like-minded individuals. Reserve the room(s) of your choice at the National Reserve Hotel using the link below.
What's Included
- Pre-Retreat Clarity Call – 30 minutes of 1:1 time to clarify your wellness goals, pampering options, and personal intentions.
- Airport Pick up and Drop off on arrival and departure days
- Four Skillfully Guided 90-minute Morning Yoga practices
- Four Afternoon Yoga Practices and/or Dharma Talk
- ALL our amazing meals starting with dinner on Monday and ending with brunch on Friday.
- Two Fabulous Wine-Tasting Tours
- Two Stunning Hiking Excursions
- A peek into Nevada City History
- Group Transportation to Guided Excursions
- Personal Take-Home Wellness Plan
- Arrive home feeling refreshed, invigorated and inspired
- BONUS: An extra special post-Retreat 1:1 Coaching Connection
What's Not Included:
- Flights to Sacramento Intl. Airport
- Snacks and beverages outside of meals
- Travel Insurance (recommended)
- Wine, Spirits outside of Wine Tasting Tours
- Gratuity for service staff at the National