Preparing to Winter: A Som∂lchemy Movement Weekend

How does registration work?

Retreat Package

The following are included the Retreat Registration Fee of $380 (Early Bird $340 thru 8/31/24). Prices exclude tax.

1. Opening/Closing Circle
2. 5 Som∂lchemy Movement Experiences (75min-90min.)
3. 1 or 2 optional workshops (TBD)
4. Large brunch and dinner each day. (Light meal on arrival evening)
5. Selected art supplies
6. Dance Party
7. Cleaning and facility fees

Tuition Due, Refunds and Cancellation Policy

Final payment is due Tuesday, October 1st.

• Refunds of deposits available through Sunday, September 15th.
• A full refund for cancellation, less deposit, is available until October 7th.
• Cancellations* fewer than 14 days (October 11th) prior to the start of the program will be refunded 50%, and
• Cancellations* fewer than 7 days (October 18th) will be refunded 25%
• Your total investment depends on your lodging choice ($100-$167/night).
• A $50.00 refundable, until 9/15/24, deposit is required to secure your lodging preference.

*excluding deposits or 3rd party fees

Program Agenda Timeline

You can arrive anytime after 5:30 PM on Thursday evening, ideally no later than 7:00 PM for an informal gathering, location orientation and a small meal. The official program begins at 8:30 AM Friday morning and closes Sunday morning. Departures are required by 12:00 PM Sunday

Stay Well

We strongly recommend using mitigation measures against any and all infectious illness in the 7–10 days prior to the retreat. If you become ill after the cancellation date (October 16th) I will forward your payment and/or deposit towards a future retreat, workshop or Som∂lchemy class at Sway or on Zoom. Paid registrations also may be transferred or gifted.

What to Bring

1. Snacks or other items if you require nourishment beyond the provided meals.
2. BYOB. (There is a kitchen/fridge for guests in both the Main and Ranch Houses)
3. Clothing for moving and sweating as well as for being outside in fall weather, think layers.
4. Walking or hiking shoes.
5. Journal, writing implements, art supplies.
6. Flashlight/headlamp, swimsuit, towel.

About Vista Verde

Vista Verde Retreat sits on 40 acres of land on the west edge of the Taos Gorge surrounded by juniper and piñon trees. There is a beautiful sprung wood dance floor for our movement classes and lots of space to be outdoors, with two hiking trails looping through the natural surroundings, a ceremonial sand circle, an outdoor fire pit and labyrinth. With no television or cell service you can’t help but disconnect and plug into natural time (though, if absolutely necessary a landline and WiFi are available). Nearby, there are a variety of unique day trips and activities: from Taos gallery touring and the Taos Pueblo to viewing the Rio Grande Gorge or the Earthship Biotecture. A short 25 minute drive takes you to the famous Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs where you can soak in the healing mineral waters of northern New Mexico. Hiking and walking trails abound.

Movement Studio Rules

The Movement Studio must be closed and locked when not in us. The Movement Studio floor must remain clean and dry at all times. No food, beverages, or street shoes in Studio. Guests will ensure the 9:00 p.m. – 8:00 a.m. quiet hours are observed. There are two bathrooms in the Movement Studio, one with a shower.