“As I have been reflecting on life lately and what has brought me peace and joy, you and our experiences together are definitely at the top of that list. When times are tough, I remember the inner peace and growth I have had at the retreats and I really lean into that. I hope you know how much that has meant to me…”
“…once again you did a masterful job of orchestrating both the details and the energy. The place was beautiful and the activities were perfect!
I felt like I could have a pleasant, easy, yet meaningful conversation with any given person at any given time. Like last time, the food from Jax was the ‘cherry on top’ of a great retreat. It's so delightful not to have to worry about food… just served nourishing and delicious food (with lots of options of course) family-style.”
“This trip was amazing. I appreciate how organized every detail was, so that I felt taken care of and fully able to relax and focus on myself. I was also really impressed with the quality of the location, food, and how thoughtfully you planned each day. The balance of free time and organized time was perfect, and I most appreciated knowing that I could choose to not attend something without judgment. Each session allowed me to learn about or reflect on some aspect of myself that I don't usually have the time to deeply ponder. I had never experienced the somatic work that Ruth introduced us to and really enjoyed her walking us through the exercises of identifying emotions in our bodies and learning to engage with and move that energy through ourselves. You are a gifted yoga teacher and your classes not only left my body feeling good, but also brought me back to an appreciation of my body exactly as it is. I love that we had an active class in the morning and a restorative class in the evening.
I think the most impactful thing about the retreat was something that can never be forced or scheduled. The openness and vulnerability of each woman there was so inspiring; I've never experienced anything like that before and feel truly blessed to have been a part of it. You have a gift at bringing people together and creating a space where magical connections can happen authentically. Wherever life takes you, I hope that you keep hosting these events. I will never run out of the need to pause, reflect, and connect with others. You can count me in whenever I can.”
“The entire experience exceeded my expectations! Kelsey truly has a gift as a retreat host. I never imagined that I would make such strong connections with a houseful of women that I had never met before. I believe that Kelsey’s role in making all of us feel comfortable and accepted played a big part in that. All of her yoga offerings, as well as her guest facilitators that offered workshops were so unique and amazing!! The private chef that she had available was also incredible. All of the food was nourishing and healthy as well as delicious and decadent. The schedule for each day allowed for time to choose to move our bodies, attend workshops, or take time to rest. I never felt pressure to attend all of the things that were available. I truly felt welcome to be myself and fill my cup in whatever way that I needed. Kelsey also had a photographer available to capture special moments throughout the weekend so that we could be present and not worry about having our devices handy. That was such a gift.
I can’t recommend Kelsey as a yoga instructor and a retreat leader enough. She’s professional, fantastic at what she does, and a ray of sunshine!“
"Can't thank you enough, I feel as though the weekend changed the trajectory of my life and my attitude. My work/family/soul thanks you for it.
I'm so fueled and I haven't felt that way in a long while!
It's one thing to have the retreat but to use it as a tool to move forward is solitude; we did what we were meant to do. You continue to change lives ma'am be you have a gift!"
“Kelsey is incredible! My best friend and I found her yoga, hiking experience on Airbnb Experiences and thought it sounded fun but it was so much more than just fun. Kelsey planned an incredible experience where we got to see the beauties of Colorado Springs. She brought mindfulness to our hike allowing us to not only see the landscape but feel it, too. At the end of the hike we had an hour long yoga session completely embracing all that we had just experienced on the hike. She had everything thought out and made it an unforgettable experience for us.
She truly went above and beyond our expectations and I cannot wait until our paths cross again. Thank you so much, Kelsey!”
“Kelsey was an absolute gem! I highly recommend booking an experience with her. She is very knowledgeable about the area and its trails. I was actually able to relax for the first time on our trip because I knew we were in trusted hands! Kelsey was so welcoming and positive it felt like we were all old friends hiking together.
During the hike, she guided us through a meditation, and some much needed journal reflection. I didn’t realize how far we hiked until the very end, and I usually complain about half way! Our group agreed that Kelsey was one of the main highlights on our trip to Colorado Springs. She’s inspired us all!”
“Kelsey has a beautiful welcoming energy. She has a wonderful way of looking at the world and I’m so blessed to have been able to spend an afternoon with her! She is a knowledgeable yoga instructor and all around great guide and host to nature!”
“This experience was both life changing for myself and my boyfriend. The view was indescribable and Kelsey was amazing.
There are some super genuine people in this world, and she is one of them. I’ve never felt so comfortable with revealing my entire life story with a complete stranger, but it was so natural and authentic with her.
Experience internal and external peace with this experience. You will not regret it!”
“This experience was nothing short of amazing. From our amazing, personable host, the meditative stops, the excellent views and the thoughtful conversation. This experience has it all. Kelsey has thought of everything you will need on your hike.
The locations she selects for reflective meditation really allows you to center your thoughts and take in the nature around you. Kelsey was genuinely interested in every person's story and experience, often connecting how we're more alike than we are different. Absolutely loved meeting her and highly recommend this experience.”
“We had such an amazing time. Kelsey knew the area perfectly and showed us these hidden little gems. The entire experience was geared towards what we needed at the moment (hiking, mediation, journaling, deep breathing), which was delightful.
The yoga at the end was such a pleasant way to end a hike and to center our day. This experience was one of the best date ‘days’ we've had and I hope to come back to be able to repeat it!”
“Beautiful hike, yoga was great, journaling on the side of an overlook is a truly amazing way to spend a morning. Kelsey is fantastic, personable and engaging.”
“Kelsey was an amazing and such a hospitable host. She made sure my friends and I were comfortable and I felt like I was on an experience with an old friend. We all felt right at home and would definitely book with her again.
She even went the extra mile by getting us birthday donuts for our birthday girl. Kelsey was extremely prepared with backpacks, water and even journals for us to take home. Thank you Kelsey!!”
“Kelsey’s class was just what we needed for a long day of travel! She has a kind spirit and heart which is truly golden to the core! We enjoyed our time with her on the mat and off of the mat exchanging stories!”
“Kelsey was absolutely amazing! She has such a great personality and spirit, which made this an even better experience! I definitely recommend booking this experience. It was a super cold day that I booked, but Kelsey was very accommodating and even brought hot decaffeinated tea because I had a dietary restriction.”
“Kelsey is an amazing guide and gave a wonderful experience. This experience far exceeded my expectations. She really cares and is passionate about what she does. A lot of thought was put into it. Our packs were ready, clean, and professional grade. The water bottles were filled with ice cold water and made a great souvenir. These are not chintzy water bottles.
She gave great information about the natural surroundings. The breaks for stretching and breathing techniques are a nice element to the hike. I personally thought the hike was very easy and could be accomplished by nearly all skill levels.
There are many photo opportunities along the way and Kelsey will gladly take pictures of you. The yoga session at the end of the hike was great. I thought it was appropriate for the beginner and experienced alike. 10/10 would recommend to any one and definitely a great value.”
“Kelsey was such an amazing host. She has such a genuine, caring soul. She was very flexible with our experience and I felt like I could talk to her forever. She has so many good stories of her worldly travels, it made the hike fly by. She took great photos for us. My husband even enjoyed the yoga even though he is not that flexible- she provides yoga blocks and modifications to help. I highly recommend. Thanks Kelsey for the amazing adventure!”
“Kelsey was an amazing guide for this experience. She is very personable and a great listener. The trek was very well paced with time to relax and practice mindfulness. Kelsey is also a great yoga instructor and excellent for beginners. Would highly recommend!”
