A Devotional Yoga Immersion in the Northern California Redwoods
May 22–25, 2026 | Weekend Retreat | 4 Days | Friday to Monday
Immerse yourself in four days of devotional practice, soulful community, and heart-opening music. Guided by Nat Kendall, this retreat invites all beings to experience a rejuvenating blend of Yoga, Kirtan, Meditation, and Nature Walks in the lush Mendocino redwoods. Designed as a sanctuary for presence, connection, and Bhakti devotion, this weekend offers a rare opportunity to return to the essence of practice in a setting of extraordinary natural beauty.
Retreat Modalities Included
Yoga
Kirtan
Meditation
Nature Walks
Who the Retreat Is For
This retreat is open to all beings—whether brand new to Bhakti or deeply devoted to spiritual practice. It is ideal for those longing to reconnect with their heart, deepen their yoga and meditation rituals, experience community in nature, or simply step away from the noise of daily life. Participants will be held in a supportive, uplifting environment where authentic presence and embodied devotion take center stage.
Retreat Description
A Devotional Journey Into Bhakti Yoga
Anchored in the heart-centered traditions of Bhakti, this retreat invites guests into four days of steady practice, sincere devotion, and soulful connection. Under the guidance of Nat Kendall, participants will explore the pathways of mantra, movement, meditation, and music—an immersive experience designed to awaken the spirit and nourish the heart.
Expect mornings infused with meditation, mantra, and flow, afternoons steeped in restorative ease, and evenings illuminated by song. Each day offers a rhythm that encourages slowing down, softening the mind, and opening to the vast inner landscape that Bhakti reveals.
Daily Practices Rooted in Presence
Guests will gather twice daily for thoughtfully curated yoga practices. Mornings begin with Meditation, mantra, and flow to awaken the body’s innate vitality. Afternoons shift into nourishing restorative sessions supported by dharma reflections. Through these practices, participants have space to recalibrate, rest deeply, and rediscover their inner clarity.
Nature will be woven throughout the weekend—Nature Walks, sunlight filtering through towering redwoods, stargazing, crisp coastal air, and time to explore Mendocino’s serene forest pathways.
The Heart of the Retreat: Kirtan & Community
Each evening, the retreat gathers around the devotional fire of Kirtan, the ecstatic call-and-response singing that unites hearts and voices. These nightly gatherings offer participants a sacred space to open their voices, let go of self-consciousness, and experience the joy of singing as a collective.
Community plays a central role. Shared meals, group hikes, fireside conversations, and unplugged time in nature create an atmosphere of connection that continues long after the weekend ends. This is a chance to meet new friends, reconnect with your spirit, and cultivate meaningful conversations rooted in presence.
Nourishing Vegetarian Meals & Digital Detox
A local chef provides hearty, organic, vegetarian meals sourced seasonally and lovingly prepared on site. Meals are served family-style to encourage connection, nourishment, and the simple joy of dining together in community.
Participants are invited into a digital detox for the weekend—an opportunity to truly drop in. While WiFi is available for emergencies, the retreat encourages slowing down, unplugging, and making space for what matters most.
A Setting of Sacred Beauty
Nestled in the Mendocino redwoods north of the San Francisco Bay Area, Spirit Camp offers an oasis of serenity. Just minutes from the coastline, the land holds a quiet magic—misty mornings, sun-dappled afternoons, towering redwoods, and the grounding rhythm of forest and sea. It is a setting that naturally invites participants into deeper presence, reflection, and devotional practice.
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About The Retreat Facilitator: Nat Kendall
Led by San Francisco–based yoga teacher and world music recording artist Nat Kendall, this retreat draws from Nat’s deep devotion to yogic lineage, mantra, and community. His teachings beautifully integrate ancient yogic traditions with modern life—offering grounded insight, accessible guidance, and heartfelt practices that resonate with both beginners and longtime practitioners.
Nat is known for his authenticity, compassion, and ability to hold a devotional container where participants feel safe, inspired, and deeply connected to the teachings. His mission is rooted in sharing what has been generously shared with him—inviting others into the sanctuary of yoga’s timeless wisdom.
Spirit Camp Retreat Center
Within the gentle embrace of Northern California’s coastal woodlands, the Northern California Retreat Center at Spirit Camp stands as a dynamic portal to healing and self-discovery. Here, emerald ferns catch the morning light, and redwoods whisper old stories into the soft coastal wind. Just a short distance from Mendocino’s artisan shops and only a few hours from the Bay Area, this center merges accessibility and remoteness, granting each visitor the chance to activate their magic and align with nature’s primordial rhythm. You’ll find that even the simple act of wandering through quiet trails or settling before a campfire inspires a sense of reverence and grounded presence.
Spirit Camp curates a multitude of transformative experiences, offering spiritual retreats in Northern California for those seeking inner alignment, dance and embodiment retreats for those craving deeper bodily wisdom, and yoga retreat Mendocino immersions for anyone longing to harmonize breath, movement, and soul. Owned by a queer couple dedicated to inclusivity and authentic community, the center welcomes all who step onto its land. Whether you arrive for a men’s retreat, a women’s weekend, or a fully inclusive circle of seekers, you’ll find an atmosphere that respects diversity, encourages open dialogue, and honors each individual’s unique path.
The accommodations themselves reflect a spectrum of comfort and intimacy. Private cabins offer year-round coziness, while camping and glamping allow you to witness the forest’s nocturnal rhythms firsthand. Each season brings its own flavor of beauty: the hush of winter rains nurturing quiet reflection, the warmth of spring and summer evenings fueling communal connection. And throughout the year, moments of forest bathing, breathwork, and ancestral reconnection emerge as catalysts for meaningful healing, bridging the gap between who you’ve been and who you are becoming.
At Spirit Camp, you learn to unplug, not just from technology, but from the pressures and patterns that limit your growth. Here, you may rediscover your voice, tap into your inner wellspring of creativity, or simply rest in the company of towering trees that have stood watch for centuries. As you depart, carry with you the subtle lessons learned—an imprint of land, community, and spirit that continues to shape your journey long after you’ve returned home.