Bare Essentials Yoga Day
Heal, reconnect, and restore by the ocean.
Bare Essentials Yoga Day offers a unique blend of oceanfront meditation and yoga with the option for a private, personalized overnight retreat in Long Beach, California. This center focuses on creating a secure, heart-centered space for individuals and couples to heal, reconnect, and restore balance through gentle yoga, sacred ritual, energy work, and conscious communication. The experience begins with a rejuvenating 3-hour beach session, followed by an exclusive opportunity for a select group to continue their journey at a luxurious ocean-view home. With a mission to foster accessible healing and embodied spirituality, Bare Essentials Yoga Day aims to equip participants with practical tools for real-life connection, all while enjoying the serene backdrop of the California coast.
Highlights
- Oceanfront meditation and yoga sessions
- Astrology-curated, plant-forward meals
- Option for private, personalized overnight retreat in a luxury ocean-view home
- Focus on conscious communication and energy work
- Guided by the rhythm of the waves
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Setting
Long Beach, California, provides a stunning backdrop of blue waters and endless skies. The day sessions unfold directly on the beach, allowing the rhythm of the waves to guide your practice. For those extending their stay, the private accommodations offer luxurious comfort in an ocean-view home, just a short distance from the beach, ensuring a serene and upscale environment.
The practice
Bare Essentials Yoga Day integrates gentle yoga, sacred ritual, energy work, and conscious communication to facilitate deep healing and reconnection. Participants engage in practices designed to release emotional weight and restore nervous system balance. The approach is heart-centered, guiding individuals to reconnect with themselves, each other, and the wisdom of body and spirit.
A typical day
The day typically begins with a 3-hour oceanfront Meditation & Yoga experience on the beach. For a select private group, the retreat continues at a luxury ocean-view home for a peaceful overnight stay, including personalized, one-on-one retreat time. The specific schedule for the overnight portion will be provided at the center.
Accommodation
For day-only participants, no accommodation is provided. For the private overnight retreat, guests stay in a luxury ocean-view home. This sophisticated space features plush seating, a fully equipped kitchen, and comfortable bedrooms, including a king-size bed with an ensuite, a queen-size bed, and a full-size sleeper sofa. The home is designed for comfort and style, with amenities like a balcony and dedicated workspaces.
What to bring
Given the oceanfront setting and California climate, bring comfortable clothing suitable for yoga and meditation, swimwear, and layers for cooler evenings. Sun protection like hats and sunscreen are advisable. For the private accommodations, consider that there is no air conditioning.
How to get there
Guests should first navigate to the welcome office at Long Beach Vacation Rentals, 6285 E. Spring St., Long Beach, CA 90808. From there, directions to the specific retreat property will be provided. GPS or mapping apps can be used to reach the welcome office.
Nearest airport: Gulfport Biloxi International Airport (GPT) (8 km)
The nearest international airport is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), approximately 20-25 miles away. Long Beach Airport (LGB) is a more convenient local option, about 2 miles from the welcome office. John Wayne Airport (SNA) is also an option, about 20 miles away. Guests can use Uber, Lyft, taxi services, or rental cars from any airport.
Nearest city: Gulfport
Pricing for the retreat starts from USD69. Specific details for the day session versus the overnight retreat are not provided, so confirm with the center.
Climate
Climate Zone: Subtropical
Best Months: Nov, Sep, Jul
Avoid: May, Aug, Feb
Long Beach experiences a mild climate with an annual average temperature of 20.2°C. The warmest months are July, June, and August, while January, December, and February are cooler. The driest months are November, September, and July, with May, August, and February being the wettest. Expect pleasant conditions for outdoor activities, especially by the ocean.
Location
Frequently asked questions
What is the group size for the beach meditation and yoga sessions?
The Day Group Meditation & Yoga Retreat can accommodate up to 33 participants for the beach session.
Are meals provided during the retreat?
Yes, nourishing, plant-forward meals are provided. They are designed to support healing, clarity, and grounded energy, and are astrology curated. Dietary accommodations for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets are available.
What is the check-in process for the retreat?
All guests must first arrive at the welcome office at Long Beach Vacation Rentals, located at 6285 E. Spring St., Long Beach, CA 90808, to receive their welcome package and property assignment. After check-in, guests will be directed to their retreat property.
Is air conditioning available in the private accommodations?
The private accommodations do not include air conditioning, as is common with many beachfront homes, relying instead on the ocean breeze for cooling.
What kind of activities are available in the Long Beach area?
Long Beach offers numerous opportunities for adventure and relaxation, including surfing, paddle boarding, boat rentals, whale watching, exploring the Aquarium of the Pacific, shopping, and enjoying the vibrant foodie and entertainment scene.
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