Join me for a two-night women’s yoga retreat - April 10-12, 2026 - at Elohee Retreat Center, nestled in the beautiful mountains of the Sautee Nacoochee National Forest.
This is your invitation to soften.
To lay down the weight you’ve been carrying.
To step outside the noise.
To finally feel like you again.
Serenity is a deeply nourishing women’s retreat designed for those who are ready to move through life with more ease, presence, and grace. Set against the serene backdrop of Elohee Retreat Center—where spring blooms gently and the sound of a waterfall quiets the mind—you’ll find space to exhale… and remember who you are beneath it all.
This retreat is not about doing more. It’s about doing less—with intention.
The Essence of Serenity
Spring whispers what we so often forget:
You don’t have to bloom all at once.
You can rise slowly, softly, rooted in rest.
This retreat mirrors that energy.
Through slow, grounding yoga, calming breathwork, nourishing meals, and sacred circle connection, Serenity offers a gentle reset—a space to listen inward, recharge deeply, and reconnect with the calm that’s always been within you.
You don’t have to earn this rest. You just have to receive it.
Over the course of this retreat, you’ll be invited to:
→Release tension, old patterns, and the pressure to “keep it all together”
→Settle into your body and breath with compassion and curiosity
→Reclaim rest as a sacred, non-negotiable part of your wellbeing
→Reconnect with your essence in the company of kind, like-hearted women
→Remember the power of simply being
You’ll leave feeling:
→Lighter
→Centered
→Clear
→Nourished—body, mind, and soul
This is the pause you didn’t know how much you needed.
The space you’ve been craving.
The peace you’ve been searching for—but already carry inside you.
The Journey
Arrival: Friday, April 10, 2026 at 2 PM. We begin at 4 PM.
Departure: Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 6 PM
Your experience includes:
→Yoga + embodied movement (all levels welcome)
→Breathwork + guided meditations
→Reflective journaling + rituals
→Communal meals crafted with care
→Time to rest, reflect, wander, and reconnect
→A safe, sacred space to just be yourself
Whether this is your first retreat or your tenth, Serenity welcomes you exactly as you are.
NO Yoga or Meditation Experience is necessary to participate in this weekend of serenity and sanctuary. All are welcome!
Come as you are—no prep, no pressure.
Because serenity lives in the moments we choose to slow down.
Wondering what a retreat with Melba is like? Here is what participants are saying:
Melba’s retreat was simply amazing. The location in the Georgia mountains was beautiful. Melba’s thoughtful preparation wove a relaxing schedule of yoga, group discussion and activities, self-reflection, and self-care opportunities. I was exhausted when I got there from being a caregiver to an aging parent and wasn’t sure what I would feel like at the end. Melba’s guidance led me to renewed belief in myself with new confidence and courage to prioritize taking care of myself through physical, mental, and spiritual practices.
—2024 attendee
I didn’t know what to expect walking into my first yoga retreat. I craved time to reconnect with myself, but leaving my family and responsibilities behind felt a little selfish. Still, I listened to my gut—and I’m so glad I did.
From the first circle, something shifted. What began as a room full of strangers quickly became a space of trust, vulnerability, and connection. I felt seen, supported, and surrounded by genuine love.
Between grounding yoga flows, delicious meals, quiet moments, and deep conversations, I found exactly what I didn’t know I needed: peace, clarity, and a new soul family.
When the weekend ended, I wasn’t ready to leave—but I left with a full heart and lasting connections. Take the “selfish.” We all deserve time to fill our own cups—and mine was overflowing.
—2024 Attendee
The Yoga Retreat was one of the highs of the year!
—2024 Attendee
Attending the retreat for the first time was more profound than I ever expected. I arrived emotionally drained, burdened by guilt, and weighed down by a heaviness I couldn’t shake. I hoped for a shift—any shift—and I found so much more.
From the moment I arrived, the space felt grounding and safe. Nature, the sessions, the stillness, and the energy of the group began to soften something within me.
By the end, it was as if a fog had lifted. I felt lighter, clearer, and more connected to myself. The retreat reminded me of the power of stillness, presence, and being with myself without judgment. I left feeling renewed and deeply grateful.
—2025 Attendee
Embarking on my first yoga retreat was a transformative journey that awakened my inner resilience. Melba's expert guidance inspired me to reclaim my self-assurance, unlocking unprecedented confidence and courage to prioritize my holistic well-being. The majestic Georgia mountains setting was a serene sanctuary that nurtured my mental and spiritual growth. Melba's meticulous planning crafted a soothing schedule of yoga, hiking, and downtime, while the delectable cuisine brought us together, fostering profound connections and conversations in the most incredible way.
-2025 Attendee
Melba’s retreat was mentally, spiritually, and physically rejuvenating. Every detail—from the meditations and affirmations to the yoga and sound bath—was thoughtfully curated. It was a beautiful space to heal, reset, and reconnect. Forever grateful!
—2025 Attendee
Accommodations and Pricing
The Thanksgiving House was the original structure at Elohee. With six bedrooms and four bathrooms, it sleeps up to thirteen people. It offers two community rooms with fireplaces, a kitchen and dining room, as well as a meditation/yoga room. The outdoor patio has a fireplace and overlooks a 100-foot waterfall and a small pool.
The Thanksgiving House is nestled in a Rich Cove Forest niche which supports a wide range of trees and plants. Red maple, oak, basswood, and poplar are only a few of the types of trees growing here. Spring wildflowers and medicinal herbs flourish here. Mosses and rotting logs make the damp forest floor suitable for a wide variety of salamanders and one of the most diverse ecosystems found outside the tropics.
The Thanksgiving House is situated next to a 100-ft. waterfall, and about a 10-minute walk from Bald Mountain. It has 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2 indoor fireplaces, 1 outdoor fireplace, and a meeting space that comfortably fits 10-13 people.
(from Elohee)
This is an All-Inclusive Retreat (see what’s included below):
Queen Suite (queen bed, private room, shared bathroom)
Single Occupancy: $1250
Double Occupancy: $950 (must book alongside another guest, must share a bed)
Double Room (twin bed, shared room, shared bathroom)
$900/person
Triple Room (twin bed, shared room, shared bathroom)
$850/person
King Suite (king bed, private room, private bathroom)
Single Occupancy: $1450
Double Occupancy: $1150 (must book alongside another guest, must share a bed)
What’s Included:
3 days/2 nights accommodations in the Thanksgiving House.
Twice daily yoga and meditation offerings
All meals per day made with fresh, local ingredients (most special diet requirements can be accommodated)
Tea Service throughout the day
Free Unlimited Wi-Fi Access
Guided hike and access to multiple hiking trails, including waterfalls and streams
Use of the naturally-filtered pond at the top of Bald Mountain
What’s Not Included:
Transportation to and from Elohee
Spa treatments and/or Reiki Sessions (you can book these through Elohee)
Optional Excursions
Ready to Reserve Your Spot?
A $300 deposit is required to reserve each individual space and is non-refundable, non- exchangeable, and non-transferrable. Once your deposit has been made, a Retreat Agreement Form will be sent via email, which will confirm your room of choice once it is signed and returned. Full payment is due no later than March 20, 2026, and payment plans are available upon request.
Reservations made after March 20, 2026 require full payment.
Need assistance or have questions? Please feel free to reach out to, me, Melba, at amalieyoga@gmail.com, especially if you are booking alongside family or friends.