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Root 2 Rise Yoga with Michelle Chua

Sacred Space

Women's Retreat in Central California
​September 13-15, 2025

SOLD OUT (Waitlist available)
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With Michelle Chua
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Nestled in the tranquil countryside of Santa Margarita, California, at the award-winning Sagrada Wellness Retreat Center, gather with diverse like-hearted women to awaken clarity, ground in loving kindness, spark your inner light and deeply nourish your whole self, rippling these qualities into the lives you affect.

Learn more about your Retreat Facilitator, Michelle Chua.
Learn more about (newly added) Guest Facilitator Ana Liz Ceregatti.

What's included:

  • 3 Days + 2 Nights Accommodation at Sagrada Retreat Sanctuary
  • Nutritious Gourmet Vegan Meals by Sagrada's Chef
  • Retreat Center Amenities:  Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub, On-Site Nature Preserve with Hiking Trails, Common Lounge Areas and Yoga Shala with Props
  • All-Levels Group Sessions in Hatha Flow, Yin, Flow & Restore Yoga Asana, Pranayama & Meditation with Yoga Alliance Registered Teacher Michelle Chua (over 15 years teaching experience)
  • Women's Circles on Self-Compassion, Authenticity, Equanimity & Aligning with What You Hold Sacred
  • Creative Arts Play*shop:  Multi-Modality Art Explorations to Nurture Your Inner Child & Relationship with Your Intuition (Materials Provided)
  • Somatic Movement and Expressive Arts Workshop with Guest Facilitator Somatic Therapist Ana Liz Ceregatti
  • Group Reiki Soundbaths for Healing through Harmony and Promoting Restorative Sleep
  • Discounted Pricing for a Private Reiki Session with Michelle during your retreat or within 30 days after

What's not included:

  • Transportation to and from the retreat (Those interested in carpooling may join our Rideshare Contact List upon registration to arrange their carpool.)
  • Trip Insurance (A minimum occupancy is required by August 11 for the retreat to occur. Otherwise, registrants will have the option for a refund or to transfer their deposit to the rescheduled date.)

Why this retreat?

The global and national challenges of today call for an even greater rise of compassion, wisdom, clarity, harmony, creativity, joy and love-inspired action.  To see these healing and uplifting qualities in the world, we must nurture them within ourselves.  As Alice Walker wrote, "We are the ones we have been waiting for."  The task may seem overwhelming at times, but when you make it a priority to nurture these energies within, you empower your resilience and awaken the powerful truth of your being.  And stepping into the power of your true nature is contagious. Let's dive in together!

This curated immersion is an offering from the heart, driven by the inner knowing that when we come together wholeheartedly as women to consciously tend to our minds, hearts, bodies and spirits and share mutual support and collaboration, deep healing and potent inspired action happens.  Strengthen your devotion to your WHY on your soul journey and rekindle your trust in the benevolent flow of Life.  As Wayne Dyer wrote, "If you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change."  Let's be the change, starting within.

What's the flow of activities?

REad the itinerary here

Your Accommodation Choices:

Sagrada's all-inclusive retreat center is designed around a landscaped courtyard, where guests can enjoy their meals, or a glass of wine at sunset. At the end of the day, relax in the hot tub or saltwater pool under our starry night skies.  Purified spring water and an abundance of fresh fruit are always available. A cool cleanse in Sagrada's outdoor shower is refreshing after yoga or a walk on one of Sagrada's nature trails.  All rooms share indoor bathrooms with showers.  Bathrooms are cleaned daily with fresh towels washed in environmentally-friendly detergent and mostly sundried for energy conservation.

​The cost of your 3-day retreat depends on the accommodation you book.  Early Bird prices are valid thru August 11, 2025.  Thereafter, prices increase by $150 and are based on availability.  Prices are per person.
ALL ACCOMMODATIONS ARE NOW FULLY BOOKED.  If you'd like to join the waitlist in case of any changes, please register below to be contacted.
A. Full Bed in Communal Room - $700
Early Bird 

With up to 4-6 beds in the Communal Bedroom, enjoy a full-sized bed.  
B. Single Bed in Yoga Loft - $770 Early Bird 
With 2 single beds in the Yoga Loft, enjoy a semi-private sleeping area.
C. Shared Queen in Private Room - $800 Early Bird 
Book your own private room with a friend or loved one and share a queen-sized bed.​  To book this option, you must already have chosen a roommate who is booking the retreat at the same time as you.
D. Shared King in Private Room - $900 Early Bird 
Book your own private room with a friend or loved one and share a king-sized bed.  To book this option, you must already have chosen a roommate who is booking the retreat at the same time as you.
E. Single Queen in Private Room - $1,222 Early Bird 
Enjoy your own private room with queen-sized bed.
F. Single King in Private Room - $1,322 Early Bird 
Enjoy your own private room with king-sized bed.
Register Here
​Payment Schedule for Your Retreat  
To secure your reservation on this retreat, the following must be completed in a timely manner:
(1) 50% deposit is due upon acceptance of your registration form.  
(2) The final 50% of your total retreat cost is due by Aug. 25.  

Cancellation Policy:  
No refunds or transfers after Aug. 11.  

REviews of Root 2 Rise Yoga with Michelle chua:

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Michelle truly lives out what she teaches. She is so much more than a yoga teacher - I learned this when I went on her exquisitely curated trip that she organized to Costa Rica this past June 2018...Hopefully like me, you'll be delighted by her effervescent love of movement, nature, and all people!
-Rebekah B. (Virginia, USA) *See more YELP Reviews
Michelle clearly stands out with her beautiful and bright energy. I love how her practice and teaching encompass body, mind and spirit. She not only teaches yoga but lives and exudes it.
-Marianne Manes (Los Angeles, CA)
Michelle not only teaches 'yoga', she embodies it fully with her heart and soul...
​-Christin M. (Los Angeles, CA) *See more YELP Reviews
Michelle is by far one of the best instructors I've ever had, period. Patient, clear in her explanations and demos, and so encouraging...
-Jessica L. (North Hollywood, CA) *See more YELP Reviews
My first yoga class was with Michelle years ago.  ​You can have the best (yoga pose) sequence and not teach from your heart.  With Michelle, I also feel her passion when I'm in her class.  I can see she loves what she does, and she inspired me to want to teach yoga, too.
-Janette Guzman (Certified Yoga Teacher in Northridge, CA)

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I'm so grateful to have met Michelle! Her kind energy opened up my interest in pursuing yoga and meditation. She is such an incredibly light and soul. She starts with grounding ourselves through mindfulness and breathing exercise. She brings the most authentic energy to the class by sharing the history and understanding behind poses, names, and techniques. I truly appreciate her work and impact on my well-being!
-N.C. on Yelp!
I’ve had dozens of instructors over the years, but Michelle is far and away the best yoga mentor I’ve ever practiced with. She epitomizes grace during these difficult times. Michelle has saved my sanity and my back while working from home, keeping me grounded with her sharing of yogic teachings and meditation techniques. Her repertoire of physical asanas is encyclopedic, and I’ve loved learning new poses and stretching my boundaries. Jump in, all. You’ve got this!
- Cathleen Fager (Attends Zoom Yoga Classes)
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