Wild at Heart

A Women's Wellness Retreat in Bend, Oregon

June 9–13, 2027

Adventure when you want it. Rest when you need it.

Imagine waking to crisp mountain air, coffee in hand as the morning sun filters through towering pines. Your only decision today? Whether to join a morning hike, soak in the hot tub with a good book, or simply linger on the deck a little longer.

For five days, you'll leave behind the endless to-do lists and responsibilities of everyday life and settle into a slower, more intentional rhythm.

Together we'll move our bodies through daily yoga, explore the breathtaking beauty of Central Oregon, float a peaceful river, share nourishing chef-prepared meals, and enjoy plenty of unscheduled time to simply rest.

No cooking.

No planning.

No rushing from one thing to the next.

Just fresh mountain air, meaningful connection, delicious food, gentle adventure, and the freedom to be completely present.

Whether you're craving stillness, adventure, laughter, or a little of everything, Wild at Heart is your invitation to reconnect with yourself in one of Oregon's most beautiful mountain landscapes.

Why Bend?

Central Oregon has a way of slowing you down the moment you arrive.

Surrounded by snow-capped peaks, ancient lava fields, crystal-clear rivers, and miles of towering ponderosa pines, Bend is a place where nature invites you to breathe a little deeper.

Here, life revolves around the outdoors. Mornings begin with fresh air and birdsong. Afternoons are spent hiking scenic trails or floating gentle rivers. Evenings end around the dinner table, sharing stories before watching the stars emerge overhead.

This retreat is thoughtfully designed to balance adventure with rest, giving you plenty of time to explore, recharge, and simply enjoy being exactly where you are.

Your Home in the Pines

Nestled on nearly two private wooded acres within the beautiful Black Butte Ranch, Black Bear Lodge will be our home for five restorative days together.

With soaring wood-beamed ceilings, a grand stone fireplace, cozy reading loft, wraparound deck, spacious gathering areas, and a relaxing hot tub, the lodge offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comfort.

Whether you're sharing morning coffee on the deck, reading by the fire, soaking beneath the stars, or laughing together over dinner, every corner of this beautiful home invites you to slow down and savor the moment.

Nourishing Meals, Made with Love

One of the highlights of our retreat will be the incredible meals lovingly prepared by our private chef, Samantha of Soma Wellness.

As both a chef and yoga teacher, Samantha believes food is an essential part of the wellness experience. Each meal is thoughtfully created using fresh, seasonal ingredients that nourish your body while bringing everyone together around the table.

Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary needs can all be accommodated, ensuring everyone feels cared for throughout the retreat.

Your Retreat Experience

Our days are intentionally spacious.

While we've planned wonderful experiences together, there is never pressure to participate in everything. This is your retreat, and you're encouraged to listen to what your mind and body need most.

Throughout the retreat you'll enjoy:

• Daily yoga and meditation

• Guided hiking through Central Oregon

• A relaxing river tubing adventure

• Plenty of free time to read, nap, journal, or simply enjoy nature

• Chef-prepared meals

• Meaningful conversations and connection

• Fireside evenings and stargazing

• Space to simply breathe

A Sample Day

7:30 am | Coffee & quiet morning

8:00 am | Yoga & meditation

9:30 am | Nourishing breakfast

11:00 am | Hiking or excursion

2:00 pm | Lunch & free time

Afternoon | Hot tub, reading, naps, walking trails, or simply relaxing

6:30 pm | Dinner together

Evening | Fireside conversation, gentle stretching, or stargazing

What's Included

• Four nights at our private luxury mountain lodge

• Daily yoga and meditation

• All chef-prepared breakfasts, lunches, and dinners

• Guided hiking excursion

• River tubing adventure

• Transportation to all scheduled retreat activities

• Roundtrip group airport transportation from Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM) during designated arrival and departure windows

• Plenty of free time to relax, reconnect, and enjoy the beauty of Black Butte Ranch

Choose Your Retreat Experience

Adventure Suite – $1,995 per person

Six handcrafted log bunk beds create a cozy, camp-inspired space perfect for solo travelers who love meeting new friends.

6 spots available

Shared Queen Room – $2,295 per person

Comfortable accommodations for two guests.

2 rooms available (4 total spots)

Shared King Room – $2,395 per person

A spacious king suite shared with one other guest.

1 room available (2 total spots)

Private Queen Room – $2,795

Enjoy your own private space throughout the retreat.

Only one private room available.

A $500 non-refundable deposit reserves your space.

Flexible payment plans are available.

This intimate retreat is limited to just 12 women.

Is This Retreat for You?

This retreat is for the woman who gives so much of herself—to her family, career, community, and everyone around her—that she rarely pauses to refill her own cup.

You don't need to be an experienced yogi.

You don't need to be an avid hiker.

You don't need to come with anyone.

You simply need a willingness to slow down, reconnect with nature, and give yourself permission to receive.

For five beautiful days, everything has been thoughtfully planned for you.

All you have to do is show up.

I can't wait to share this special place with you.

With gratitude,

Alisha

Mindful Balance Travel & Retreats

The Instructor

Alisha Petak

Alisha Petak is the founder and operator of Mindful Balance Retreats a company that she started in the year 2013 to guide yoga students on adventurous journeys around the world. Having led over 13 retreats herself she has found a way of integrating the excitement of travel with a holistic approach to health and wellness that provides a supportive and nurturing environment for healing. Alisha carefully plans and organizes every detail of the retreat so the student can relax and focus on their well-being. By creating a nurturing and transformative experience Alisha inspires students to connect to the depths of their being, the glorious mother earth, and each other all with a fun and casual approach.

Alisha’s style of teaching reflects upon the many teachers that she has studied with over the past 20+ years, offering a varied and challenging practice of strength, stability and focus balanced with mindfulness and meditation. She has had the opportunity to work with thousands of different bodies and is well suited to adapt the practice to each student. Her detailed verbal cues allow the student to mindfully turn inward and focus on what is needed for their own personal journey. She empowers each person to explore their boundaries and make choices based on that intuition, on and off the mat. Her compassion is seen in her eyes and love is felt in her presence.

She is passionate about health and wellness and teaches that all aspects of our being make up the our happiness. With her background in Holistic Nutrition and Therapeutic Recreation she is well suited to make sure her guests/students have a fun, healthy and transformative vacation!

Vanessa anderson

Meet Vanessa Anderson, a radiant soul on a mission to spread love, inspiration, and encouragement through the transformative power of yoga. With a heart as expansive as the universe and a spirit as free as the wind, she guides students on a journey of self-discovery, healing, and empowerment.

Rooted in a deep reverence for the ancient wisdom of yoga, Vanessa infuses each class with a harmonious blend of asanas, pranayama, and meditation, creating a sacred space where bodies, minds, and spirits unite in harmony. With gentle guidance and unwavering support, she invites students to explore the depths of their being, cultivating strength, flexibility, and inner peace with every breath.

But Vanessa’s teachings extend far beyond the confines of the yoga mat. With boundless compassion and infectious enthusiasm, she serves as a beacon of light in the lives of all who cross paths with her. Whether offering words of wisdom, a comforting embrace, or a contagious smile, radiates love and positivity, inspiring others to embrace their true selves and live authentically.

In Vanessa’s presence, obstacles melt away, fears dissolve, and hearts open wide. Through her gentle guidance and profound wisdom, empowers students to unleash their inner radiance, embrace their divine essence, and shine brightly in every aspect of their lives.

Join Vanessa on a journey of self-discovery, transformation, and boundless joy. Together, let us awaken the light within and illuminate the world with love, inspiration, and encouragement.