elemental wisdom retreat
september 12, 13, 14, 2025
ojas retreat center
murrieta, california
Where do YOU fit into the elemental cosmology of life?
Join Kristina Cotran and Kathy Bolte this Fall for a weekend in the hills of the beautiful Murrieta Valley, overlooking the Santa Rosa Plateau Ecological Reserve, as we dive deep into the elemental teachings of the Dagara Tribe of Burkina Faso, West Africa.
Come . . . immerse yourself in a weekend of transformation, sisterhood, and self-discovery.
The centerpiece of this very special women's weekend will revolve around the teachings of the Dagara Tribe of Burkina Faso, West Africa.
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The Dagara people are known for their deep spiritual traditions, communal way of life, and rich cultural heritage. Their society is deeply rooted in spiritual practices, including ancestor veneration, nature reverence, and divination. The Dagara people have existed for several centuries, with their cultural practices and traditions passed down through oral history. Their origins can be traced to ancient African civilizations that predate written records.
The Dagara people emphasize a holistic approach to life, where spiritual, physical, and social aspects are intertwined. Their beliefs about the elements (Earth, Water, Fire, Mineral, and Nature) influence daily life, and their rituals, and are integral to their culture.
The Dagara people emphasize a holistic approach to life, where spiritual, physical, and social aspects are intertwined. Their beliefs about the elements (Earth, Water, Fire, Mineral, and Nature) influence daily life, and their rituals, and are integral to their culture.
Join us as we explore the tribe's cosmology of the elements to understand the power of Fire, Water, Earth, Nature and Mineral. Altars will be created for each of the elements as we explore their power in our lives. We'll combine these ancient teachings with our Western sensibilities to dig deep and gain a better understanding of who we are and how we relate to our world.
The weekend will be filled with story, journaling, discussion, ritual, sisterhood and celebration. Each of us will learn which of the 5 elements we resonate with the most, and whether we are a "Seeker" or a "Keeper" of the element. We will explore the ways in which we can understand our own unique path more fully and take our gifts home with us to further nurture our own lives, our families, and our communities.
Gentle yoga, community drumming, live music, delicious gourmet vegetarian meals, swimming, and some meandering nature walks will be a part of our weekend.
We will gather on Friday afternoon at 2pm through Sunday afternoon at 3pm.
This special retreat will be the perfect way to welcome in the energies of the upcoming 2025 holiday season and set your intentions for your highest expressions of Self for 2026.
All inclusive cost is $675
$300 non-refundable deposit upon registration and $375 due by August 1.
Register early. We only have space for 14 women.
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Submit payment here:
$300 deposit $375 due by August 1
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Virtual Tour of Ojas Retreat Center
and their website to peruse the accommodations.
www.ojasretreatcenter.com/accomodations
and their website to peruse the accommodations.
www.ojasretreatcenter.com/accomodations
Your retreat leaders:
Kristina Cotran has been a yoga practitioner and Special Educator teacher for over a decade. She is a certified Wellness Educator and a specialist in Social Emotional Learning. She has worked for Breathe For Change, an organization that trains educators to integrate yoga, mindfulness and S.E.L techniques in the classroom. She is experienced in teaching meditation to beginners, and in teaching Restorative and Yin yoga to all levels.
Kathy Bolte is an international Yoga teacher, Mantra Meditation teacher, Kīrtan musician, and facilitator of wisdom circles. She is a featured writer on Elephant Journal and author of her book, "Ringo's Rainbow Journey: A Memoir of Our Border Collie's Return to His Soul Family". She loves leading annual spiritual and healing retreats to India, riding her mountain bike, and running agility courses with her two beautiful Border Collies.
Kathy & Kristina sing together in the popular Kīrtan band, Akashavani.
Kristina Cotran has been a yoga practitioner and Special Educator teacher for over a decade. She is a certified Wellness Educator and a specialist in Social Emotional Learning. She has worked for Breathe For Change, an organization that trains educators to integrate yoga, mindfulness and S.E.L techniques in the classroom. She is experienced in teaching meditation to beginners, and in teaching Restorative and Yin yoga to all levels.
Kathy Bolte is an international Yoga teacher, Mantra Meditation teacher, Kīrtan musician, and facilitator of wisdom circles. She is a featured writer on Elephant Journal and author of her book, "Ringo's Rainbow Journey: A Memoir of Our Border Collie's Return to His Soul Family". She loves leading annual spiritual and healing retreats to India, riding her mountain bike, and running agility courses with her two beautiful Border Collies.
Kathy & Kristina sing together in the popular Kīrtan band, Akashavani.