Relax, Recharge

& Reconnect

Aqua Yoga Women’s Retreat

Santa Rosa, California

August 29-September 2, 2027

Imagine a few days away from your usual responsibilities and routines. Days filled with warm water, gentle movement, laughter, meaningful connections, and plenty of time to simply relax.

Welcome to our Women's Aqua Yoga Retreat in beautiful Santa Rosa, California!

This isn't your typical yoga retreat. There's no pressure to keep up, no packed schedule, and no expectation that you need to be a certain age, size, or level of fitness to belong.

Just a welcoming community of women coming together to enjoy Aqua Yoga, sunshine, relaxation, and a little adventure.

Come as you are. Make the experience your own. Leave feeling refreshed, connected, and inspired.

A Retreat That Feels Like a Vacation

Sometimes the most nourishing thing we can do is step away from our everyday routines and give ourselves permission to slow down.

Our retreat offers a relaxed, easygoing schedule with just the right balance of guided activities and free time.

Enjoy two Aqua Yoga classes each day, soak up the California sunshine, join a fun group outing, or simply lounge by the pool with a good book.

Want to spend an afternoon resting in your room? Wonderful! Feel like connecting with other women over a meal or exploring Santa Rosa? There's room for that, too.

This is your retreat, and you're encouraged to enjoy it in whatever way feels most nourishing to you.

Aqua Yoga for Every Body

You don't need to be flexible, experienced in yoga, or even know how to swim to enjoy this retreat.

Our Aqua Yoga classes are gentle, accessible, and welcoming to beginners. The supportive environment of the water makes movement feel more comfortable and enjoyable, especially for women who may not feel at ease in a traditional yoga setting.

Whether you're new to Aqua Yoga or have been practicing for years, you'll be encouraged to listen to your body, move at your own pace, and discover what feels good.

There's no competition, no complicated poses to master, and absolutely no need to prove anything.

Just the simple pleasure of moving, breathing, and relaxing in the water.

A Special Invitation to Aqua Yoga Teachers

If you're an Aqua Yoga teacher, this retreat is also a wonderful opportunity to fill your own cup!

Step away from leading classes and enjoy being a student again. Experience different approaches to Aqua Yoga, discover fresh ideas for your classes, and connect with other women who share your love of teaching in the water.

Share stories, exchange ideas, find inspiration, and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow teachers.

And perhaps most importantly, give yourself permission to rest and receive.

You spend so much time supporting others. This is an opportunity to nourish yourself.

Friendship, Laughter & Community

One of the most memorable parts of our retreats is the wonderful community that forms.

There's something special about bringing together women from different backgrounds and walks of life to share a few days of movement, laughter, relaxation, and connection.

Some women arrive with friends. Others come on their own and leave with new ones.

Our gatherings are casual, warm, and inclusive. Whether you're naturally outgoing or a little more reserved, you're welcome just as you are.

Expect plenty of laughter, heartfelt conversations, and the simple joy of spending time with other women.

A joyful getaway filled with Aqua Yoga, sunshine, friendship, and time just for you.

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Simple, Comfortable & Easygoing

We've intentionally kept this retreat simple and relaxed.

With private accommodations, accessible room options, and convenient access to the airport, we hope to make your getaway as comfortable and easy to plan as possible.

This isn't about luxury or elaborate schedules. It's about enjoying the things that matter most: feeling comfortable, moving your body, connecting with others, and having time for yourself.

What You Can Look Forward To

Two Aqua Yoga classes each day, with opportunities to relax, restore, and find inspiration

  • A welcoming community of women where beginners and experienced practitioners feel at home

  • Plenty of free time to enjoy the pool, sunshine, or a little solitude

  • Fun optional outings to explore and enjoy the area

  • Private accommodations, with ADA-accessible rooms available

  • A casual, flexible schedule that allows you to make the retreat your own

  • Connection and inspiration for Aqua Yoga teachers and enthusiasts alike

In a Comfortable Hotel Setting

With Choice & Autonomy

The retreat takes place at a welcoming hotel in Santa Rosa, California, offering you full autonomy over your accommodations.

Each guest enjoys a free hot breakfast each morning.

Hotel name and discounted booking link will be emailed to you upon registration.

You choose:

  • Your room type (ADA available upon request)

  • Your roommate — or no roommate at all

  • The level of privacy and comfort that best supports you

Feedback From Previous Aqua Yoga Retreats:

  • "If you ever want to do something really nice for yourself and hit the reset on the trajectory of your busy life, do this retreat."

  • "I really enjoyed the opportunity to disconnect and renew my heart and body. Before retreat my mind was not in a great place, but for a few days, I was truly able to tune into my body and heart and mind in ways I hadn't up to the retreat. Thank you for all of your offerings! I had a lot of fun at every gathering or class!"

  • "I felt relaxed and invigorated. This retreat had a profound effect on my mind, body and emotional wellbeing. I felt like I went on a two week vacation. Katherine is a fantastic instructor and is very responsive and in-tune with individual needs, and is very creative in the discussions and meditative class time. The aqua yoga makes me feel like I just had both a massage and a chiropractic visit. I love this retreat."

  • "It was reviving and relaxing at the same time and encouraged reflection. I felt both calm and energized as I left. A total stranger just looked at me the next day as I walked by, and said, wow, you are smiling. And I didn't even realize I was smiling. It's been a while since I felt like that."

  • “I have never had such an incredible experience with a community of women. This was like spending a long weekend in a hug. Katherine really knows how to set a safe environment. The classes themselves set the tone. There are so many things I loved."

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Hotel room with two queen beds, white bedding, decorative pillows, orange semicircular headboards, and side lamps.
Hotel room kitchenette with a mini fridge, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, sink, and wall-mounted TV.
Bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, white towels, and a toilet.
Outdoor seating area with chairs, tables, and barrels in a park-like setting, with trees and sunlight.
An outdoor swimming pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a hot tub, a small building, and lush greenery in the background.
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Outdoor patio area with a green kettle-style grill, orange umbrellas, seating, a swimming pool, and surrounding trees.
Hotel room with a bed, two pillows, a nightstand with a phone, a gray armchair, a white side table with a magazine, and framed abstract artwork on the wall.
Living room with a large mounted flat-screen TV, wooden storage cabinet, small refrigerator, sink, and open shelving on a beige wall.
Outdoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a shaded area, surrounded by trees and a fence.
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Registration opens January 5th 2027

Maybe you're craving a break from your daily responsibilities. Maybe you'd love to experience Aqua Yoga in a supportive environment.

Perhaps you're a teacher longing for fresh inspiration and connection with others who understand your passion.

Or maybe you'd simply enjoy a few days of sunshine, laughter, gentle movement, and good company.

Whatever brings you here, we'd love to welcome you!

Interested in joining us?

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FAQ

  • Refund policy:

    Full refund till April 1, 2027

    Half refund AFTER June 15, 2027

    No refund after July 1. 2027

  • The closest airports are as follows:

    Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County (STS)

    • 7 miles northwest of downtown Santa Rosa).

    Oakland International Airport (OAK)

    • Around ~56–64 miles away.

    San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

    • Around ~60–68 miles away by road.

    If you plan to rent a car and are open to offering a ride — or if you’re hoping to share a ride with someone arriving at the same airport — please let us know. We’re happy to help coordinate connections.

  • Santa Rosa. Hotel and location are released after tuition payment.

  • Retreat tuition covers all activities and classes.

    The hotel provides a free hot breakfast to all guests from 6-9am

    Retreat tuition does not cover: Accommodations, lunch, dinner, snacks, airfare, Uber, Taxi, Lyft, or any other transportation to or from the retreat.

  • No. At this time, the only options for attending classes at the retreat are as follows:

    • Attend the entire retreat and stay at the hotel:

      • January 5: Registration opens

    • Attend the entire retreat and stay off-site:

      • May 30: Registration opens

    • Attend a day of retreat (no accommodations):

      • July 7, day passes will become available.

        • In future retreats we may have the option for class drop-in however for this retreat you must purchase an entire day pass.

More questions?

Email Susan

Your Retreat Guides:

Camella Nair C-IAYT

Katherine Winge E-RYT

Aqua Kriya Yoga. founder. Swami. Author & educator in yoga and mysticism from pre-birth to death. 
Aqua Kriya Yoga Senior Teacher & yoga therapist
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Susan Giba 

Long time aquatics professional, Aqua Kriya Yoga Specialist & AEA certified

Led by Three Highly Experienced Aqua Yoga Teachers

Camella Nair — Founder of Aqua Yoga, with over 20 years of teaching experience and a global influence on how aqua yoga is practiced today.

Katherine Winge — A longtime aqua yoga teacher, Aqua Kriya Yoga specialist, and yoga therapist, known for creating accessible, compassionate, and mindful movement experiences.

Susan Giba — AEA, Aqua Kriya Yoga certified, and a much-loved Bay Area aqua yoga teacher with a large following and 15 years of experience in aqua fitness.

Together, these teachers offer a rich, supportive, and inspiring retreat experience rooted in wisdom, play, and care.

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“You will leave rejuvenated, rested, and restored deep within your soul. You will also make some new friends!”

— Coleen