A Women's Full Moon Retreat in Joshua Tree
April 30-May 3, 2026
Beneath the desert sky and glowing full moon, this 3 night, 4 day retreat is an invitation to pause, reset, and return to yourself in the embrace of nature. Far from the noise of daily life, you’ll be guided through mindful movement, grounding practices, and nourishing stillness, while evenings invite us to gather beneath the stars and the fullness of the moon, soaking in the beauty and wisdom of the natural world.
This retreat is designed as a simple and restorative experience, where the desert landscape becomes your sanctuary. Each day will unfold with a gentle rhythm, flowing between yoga, meditation, breath work and intentional rest so you can release what feels heavy and reconnect with what truly matters.
What makes this gathering especially powerful is the circle of women who come together-each bringing her own story, strength, intuitive spirit. In a safe and supportive community, you will experience the deep nourishment that arises from sisterhood: sharing, listening, laughing and holding space for one another.
As the sun sets and the full moon rises, we’ll honor the cycles of nature and the sacred cycles within ourselves. You will leave this retreat not only lighter and renewed, but also more deeply attuned to your body, heart and soul, carrying with you the inspiration, connection and strength that only women gathering together can create.
What's Included
- Each morning begins with a soulful vinyasa flow to energize your body and mind.
- Daily Ayurvedic meals prepared by Chef Mike Lattuca, Yoga Barn Ranch Caterer.
- Ayurvedic cooking class that makes healthy, nourishing meals accessible and fun.
- Evening meditation, breathwork, restorative yoga.
- A sound meditation under the full moon and stars to guide you into deep rest.
- Time to explore the desert, journal, or simply soak in the stillness.and be calm.
Why Join?
- Reset your nervous system and reconnect with your inner rhythms.
- Deepen your practice in sacred surroundings that invite reflection and renewal.
- Learn simple Ayurvedic-inspired cooking you can bring home.
- Experience the magic of the desert illuminated by the full moon.
- Carry home sustainable practices for balance, clarity, and everyday ease.
- Share this journey with a small, intentional community
- Nourish your body with wholesome meals, soothing hot tub soaks, and revitalizing cold plunges.
- Unplug from daily distractions and return to a sense of true presence.
Location
Gaia Villa is located 15 minutes from Joshua Tree National Park. This gorgeous and quiet 3.5 acre property is 30-45 minutes from the rejuvenation and beauty offered by the towns of the Coachella Valley including Palm Springs, Rancho Mirage, and Palm Desert. The house offers a multitude of carefully curated spaces for relaxation, reflection, and attunement.
The outdoor property offers:
- Saltwater pool with grotto waterfall
- Outdoor yoga pavilion
- Labyrinth walking meditation
- 7-person hot tub spa with state-of-the-art massaging jets
- Large beautiful outdoor fire pit (propane)
- Outdoor kitchen (32″ BBQ grill, sink, and fridge)
- 2 cold plunge tubs
- Rooftop patio with firepit and amazing desert views
- Multiple patio areas and expansive backyard
- Outdoor games: Bocce Ball, Cornhole, Jumbo Jenga
- Peaceful upscale residential neighborhood
- Plenty of on-site parking
- Convenient access to Joshua Tree National Park, trails & shops
To see more photos of the property, click here.
Pricing and Registration
All 6 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms are shared and beautifully finished. Rooms are available both on the ground floor and upstairs.
April 30, 2026 (check in: 4pm) – May 3, 2026 (check out: 10am
Guest Room 1
Occupancy:
Triple or Quad
(3 twins with an option to add a cot)
Price per person:
$1550 (without added cot)
$1500 (if cot is added)
Guest Room 2
Ocupancy:
Double
(1 twin bunk bed)
Price per person:
$1600
Guest Room 3
Occupancy:
Double
(2 twin beds or 1 king bed)
Price per person:
$1600
Guest Room 4
Occupancy:
Double
(2 twin beds or 1 king bed)
Price per person:
$1600
Guest Room 5
Occupancy:
Double
(2 twin beds or 1 king bed)
Price per person:
$1600
Guest Room 6
Occupancy:
Quad
(2 twin beds and 1 twin bunk bed)
Price per person:
$1500
For more photos of the rooms at Gaia Villa, click here.
Spots are limited to keep this retreat intimate and deeply restorative. If your heart is calling for a pause, this is your invitation to step away from the noise and return to yourself.
Reserve your spot now—your full moon reset awaits.
Participation Agreement
Click here to review the retreat participation agreement and payment schedule.
Secure your spot with a nonrefundable $500 deposit.
Payment schedule: December 30, 2025. Final payment due: March 30, 2026. See the payment schedule on the Participation Agreement here.
Guests who sign up to share a room without specifying a roommate(s) will be placed with other attendees pending availability. If a roommate is not available, the next available room type rate will apply.
Transportation to and from the retreat is not included.
Reach out to your host, Kristina Shafton, for registration and to request room occupancy choice using the Contact Me link here
Retreat Host
Kristina believes in the power of retreating from our everyday routine — to pause, travel, and reconnect with what truly matters. Immersing ourselves in different cultures, climates, and ways of living opens the heart and expands perspective, helping us grow into who we are meant to be while realigning with our inner divinity.
As an international and local retreat leader, Kristina curates transformational experiences both near and far. Each retreat is intentionally designed to create space for rest, reflection, movement, and meaningful connection. Through yoga, meditation, breathwork, sound healing, and mindful living, she guides participants back to balance, clarity, and purpose.
Kristina’s retreats blend soulful exploration with grounded practices, offering a supportive environment where individuals feel safe to release, reset, and rise. Whether nestled in nature or exploring a new destination, her retreats invite you to step away from the noise, reconnect with yourself, and return home renewed, empowered, and deeply aligned.