Retreat & Studio Testimonials

“This beautiful week long retreat was amazing. The RipJack Inn was a quaint beach oasis. The food was plentiful and nourishing, the staff were so accommodating and friendly. The vibe laidback and the surroundings were awesome. Chelsea picked a wonderful spot and all the ladies spent time together getting to know one another and also work on themselves. Thanks for a wonderful week Chelsea & Mandy!”

“Thank you for an amazing week. You are so talented and put so much into the energy and details to make it special for everyone. It was magical for me.”

“I dropped into a deeper level of meditation and relaxation this week again and again. Something I have struggled to find lately. Thank you for helping facilitate in such a powerful way. This was so good for me!”

“Your focus on the subtle movements within poses is the most effective I have ever heard for my own personal growth in my asana practice. I also love how you used the breath and all of its power. Thanks for a wonderful retreat.”

“Chelsea has years of experience hosting yoga retreats and it shows. It is the intention, beauty, knowledge and anahata she incorporates into the retreat and yoga practice that will keep bringing me back.”

“This was my first retreat and I came solo. Chelsea made me feel welcomed from the very beginning. I felt a sense of belonging. I am grateful for this opportunity. I feel very lucky. Chelsea, this was such an amazing, grounding experience. We are lucky to have such a dedicated teacher in the valley. Thank you for sharing your passion & love.”

“Chelsea made me feel cared for and included as a solo traveler. Her yoga classes were meaningful and powerful and made me feel comfortable in deepening my yoga practice. She created an environment to not only grow and learn about yourself, but also to build bonds with other women on the retreat.”

“Chelsea is a fantastic yoga teacher. She did an amazing job planning, organizing and picking retreat location. She was excellent at planning the right mix of activities and personal downtime, giving you time to restore and reflect on yourself and life. Thank you Chelsea!”

“I enjoyed the range of age differences, I like that. No pressure anywhere as to attending sessions, outings. You are a soft spoken, empathetic, individual Chelsea and made everyone feel at ease. I enjoyed this retreat more than I thought I ever would. I am so glad I decided to go!”

“This was my first yoga retreat and it exceeded my expectations. The friends I made and the self introspections made it all worth it.”

“Chelsea provided such a loving environment to reclaim my practice and even myself- after a long and stressful time away from my mat. Would absolutely recommend!”

“It is how I feel when I retreat with Chelsea, that keeps me coming back. I have learned what it truly means to practice self care and self love. Equally, I have unlearned that selfishness has nothing to do with loving myself.”

“Chelsea brings her gifts as instructor, facilitator and meditation guide seemingly effortlessly to every single individual throughout the retreat. Her ability to teach to all levels of yoga experience, coupled with the beautiful and safe space she creates for deeper reflection and meditation is a restorative gift.”

“Chelsea has a gift for teaching and imparting yoga to her students. She challengers her students to go further, safely and with kindness. She offers insight into the myths and philosophy behind the asana to round out the experience. I highly recommend a retreat with Chelsea.”

“Open to grace, love & possibilities- Chelsea helps lead you there through her classes and yoga team.”

“Chelsea’s retreats are something special. Everything from the daily yoga classes to lodging to excursion offerings are so well thought-out and intentional. I’m grateful for this experience and for the deep sense of peace and happiness I am going home with.”

“I just returned from a week in Costa Rica with Chelsea for a retreat. If you're looking for a week long yoga retreat that rejuvenates, connects you to your self and others and at the same time you get to spend a week relaxing, meditating and exploring in the most beautiful and peaceful places, then this is for you. She is a gifted yoga teacher who radiates her kind and loving energy to her classes and students. It was amazing to be able to take my yoga practice to the next level, make new lasting friendships, and to spend time in a magical tropical location that I might not otherwise have ever discovered. She is highly detailed, organized, and thorough in her planning of every aspect of the trip, from lodging, to food, to the content of each and every class. I would highly recommend going on a retreat with her. After being a student of hers since she opened the studio, I couldn't wait to attend a retreat and will be going again as soon as I can!”

“If there was an option to rate Chelsea 1000 out of 10, I would! I went on Chelsea’s Baja Bliss Mexico retreat and it’s hard to put into words how magical the week and this place was. From the moment I booked the retreat, everything was seamlessly executed. Every aspect of the 7-day retreat was thoughtfully planned with sound baths, acupuncture, delicious/nourishing food, onsite masseuses, authentic Mexico experiences, challenging flows in the mornings and restorative practices to end the day. The location itself, Yandara, is a truly special place like no other where we had the entire beach to ourselves. It was incredible going waking up to the sound of the ocean and practicing yoga with a beachfront view.

When it comes to Chelsea as a yoga instructor, she brings an intentionality and purpose to each flow connecting the mind and body in a beautiful way. She’s armed with a wealth of knowledge of all things yoga and spirituality, imparting her wisdom in the most authentic way. You can trust if you book a retreat with Chelsea you’ll be surrounded by kind, engaging and fun women as this is the community that gravitates to her. I could not recommend a retreat with Chelsea enough!”

“Yoga with Chelsea at Anahata has been life changing. She’s constantly reminding you to “tap in” and “check in”! I just love the guidance she offers that helps me become so mindful during her classes! I experienced a breath work and sound healing workshop last night that was indescribable!!! I highly recommend Anahata and EVERYTHING they have to offer!! I will be retreating with her next!”

“Chelsea's retreats are a special experience! Her knowledge and expertise in all modalities of yoga is nothing short of impressive and her ability to connect with a room is incredible. A week away with Chelsea is filled with relaxation, deep inner processing and lightness that everyone should treat themselves to!”

“The Sansara Yoga & Surf Retreat in Cambutal, Panama was above and beyond what I expected and I am just so happy I joined you, Chelsea, on this retreat. Every aspect of it was incredible. My mind, body, and soul feel like they have been completely refreshed - it feels like a reset button has been hit for me. So, truly, thank you so much, Chelsea!

Chelsea organized a fantastic retreat at a stunning location with a beautiful mix of excellent yoga and mindfulness practices, delicious food, a great group of people, and a lot of fun additional activities, plus some much needed and much appreciated down time. I couldn't be happier with my experience. It was truly incredible and I can't wait to do another retreat with you in the future! You are an exceptional yoga instructor, as well as an incredible travel partner and just all-around amazing human!”

“Maybe the best class I have ever been in, thank you guys so much!”

"Chelsea is a gifted instructor, retreat facilitator and wise woman; I loved this retreat! Yoga classes allowed for all levels with excellent instruction. The days were spacious and allowed for personal and social time as well as exploring or retreating. The food and service were exceptional and the natural setting and beauty – breathtaking. Chelsea created a warm, friendly environment and attracted an open and welcoming group. I highly recommend Chelsea’s retreats!"

"I am so thankful for the chance to meet such great people and practice what I love around great energy and beautiful souls. Chelsea is such a fantastic teacher, so clear with her words. I hope to be half the teacher she is, thank you for everything."

"The retreat opened my mind and body up to new levels of self discovery. The balance of physical and meditative practice allowed me to appreciate yoga and understand it's place in my life going forward. I feel rejuvenated and energized!"

"Thank you for all of your heart and planning. You can tell you had everything dialed in and organized. You're such a gifted yoga teacher- you say the right things at the right time. Thank you, om shanti om!"

"Chelsea encompasses all the elements (yoga, food, location, etc) in her retreats. Her open, calm, methodical approach makes for a well organized retreat. Her grounding personality/energy is infectious and her charismatic approach/demeanor makes me keep coming for more. Thank you for everything, Chelsea."

"Chelsea provided a great retreat that had yogic and spiritual activities. The atmosphere is friendly and open and appropriate for all yoga practices. She picks beautiful locations and has activities I never would have tried on my own, e.g. sweat lodge, mala making, gong bath."

"The best retreat, thank you Chelsea for an amazing experience."

"The retreat exceeded my expectations! It had a great balance of yoga, meditation, free time and offered other fantastic, organized experiences. I was able to get more physically limber, mentally focused and grounded. I finished a book and started another. I collected seashells, and put my toes in the sand (though I live in San Diego I never have time to go to the beach). I learned a new skill and can now repair my fiance's mala necklace. I have a beautiful mala necklace of my own to remind me of my 'truth and expressions.' And best of all, I met you and all the other wonderful yogis and was able to spend some quality time with my friends. I would rate the retreat a 6 out of 5 stars! It truly was a wonderful experience, and we are excited to join you at future retreats."

"Thanks to Chelsea, this was the most relaxing & rejuvenating vacation I have ever had. She found a beautiful retreat center with nice lodging, good healthy food, and organized everything seamlessly . She made certain that my dietary restrictions were accommodated without hassle. Moreover, she planned and lead us through a progression of yoga sessions that helped us grow and enhance our practices, including adding new types such as Kirtan.”

"Chelsea, you put an amazing, flawless, retreat together and I felt I learned so much while expanding my practice both physically and spiritually. All the while, eating great food and getting to know such awesome people who share our love for yoga. Thank you so much!"

"Chelsea organizes an awesome retreat! Her attention to detail is exceptional, which comes out in her teaching, providing an excellent experience with variety."

"Chelsea is so professional and thoughtful. You can really see that she put her heart and soul into this retreat and cares deeply about the experience of each and every one of her students."

"This radiance retreat has helped me connect to my soul and my purpose on this earth. I am so grateful to have had this opportunity to share space with all the amazing people who are attracted to the energy vibrating from Apoyo and Yemaya."