Gather Within: FAQs
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE RETREAT PRICE?
Twice daily yoga plus morning meditations
Three meals a day plus snacks
Coffee & tea
Lodging & Shared spaces
Amenities: Sauna, hot tub, cold plunge, fire pits, trails, lake, towels & bedding, shampoo, body wash
Every lodging has a private kitchen area where attendees can store any food they wish to bring
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RETREAT PRICE?
Travel insurance
Private sessions
Tips for the retreat venue staff
HOW DO I GET THERE?
Akera’s Address: 2299 Ulster Heights Rd, Woodbourne, NY 12788
Parking is available on-site for those driving up.
Take the Short Line Bus from Port Authority to Monticello,
followed by a car service from Monticello to Akera.
ARE THERE GLUTEN-FREE + VEGETARIAN OPTIONS?
Yes. Please share any dietary concerns with us so we can alert our chef.
WAHT IS YOUR REFUND POLICY?
Deposits are non-refundable after 14 days, but can potentially be given to another participant or moved to a future retreat.
• Cancellations made on or before July 25, 2026: Full refund minus deposit
• Cancellations made between July 26 - August 24, 2026: 80% refund minus deposit
• Cancellations on or after August 25, 2026: No refund (transfer to future retreat may be available)
ARE PETS ALLOWED?
Unfortunately, no they are not.
WHAT SHOULD I BRING?
We've taken care of the essentials so you can travel light and arrive with ease. Bedding, towels, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash are all waiting for you.
Here's what to toss in your bag:
Layers. Late September in the Catskills is golden — and unpredictable. Warm afternoons, crisp evenings, and the occasional rain shower are all part of the season.
Pack clothing you can move in, a bathing suit for the sauna, cold plunge, and hot tub, and shoes you don't mind getting muddy on the trail.
Your outdoor kit. Bug spray, sunscreen, and a rain jacket. We'll be spending realtime on the land — come ready for it.
Your personal care basics. Whatever you reach for in the morning. The bathrooms handle the rest.
Any medications or supplements you take regularly. Don't forget these.
Optional: Your mat. Everything else for practice is handled.
WHAT ARE THE RETREAT GUIDELINES?
This weekend belongs to everyone here. A few simple agreements to help us hold it well together:
Arrive fully. When you're here, be here. We invite you to limit phone use during shared sessions and meals — not as a rule, but as an invitation to actually feel the weekend.
Honor the rhythm. Morning and evening practices are the heartbeat of the retreat. Show up as you're able, and let the structure hold you.
Respect the land. We are guests of this place. Stay on marked trails, leave no trace, and treat the property as you would a home you love.
Hold space for others. Everyone arrives carrying something. Lead with kindness, assume good intent, and give people the room to have their own experience.
Rest is part of the practice. Free time is not empty time. Sleep, wander, do nothing — all of it counts.