Put the phone down.
Pick the season up.
A weekend one hour from the city at a converted 1928 schoolhouse — where yoga on the lawn, a year-round cedar sauna, and unhurried meals replace the feed. Close enough that day guests can join us for a single session; far enough that the quiet actually lands.
"I went in knowing no one and left connected to so many people. Crystal creates a space that actually lets you exhale — I haven't felt that settled in years."
A 1928 schoolhouse, an hour from the city
A secluded hilltop retreat in Orange County, New York — surrounded by orchards, wineries, and hiking trails, and genuinely one hour from Manhattan. A converted 1928 schoolhouse with a cedar sauna open year-round, a fire pit, and open lawn for outdoor practice. No phones, no agenda pressure — just a house built for exactly this, close enough that day guests can join for a single session.
One hour from Manhattan and Hoboken — close enough that we're planning a single-day guest tier alongside the full weekend, for anyone who wants a taste without the overnight stay.
This environment supports nervous-system reset, real rest, and the kind of stillness that's genuinely hard to find in daily life.
Ready to Join!
A Day in Your Fall Rhythm
The weekend moves through one theme: Return to Enough — settling the nervous system, moving it, then sitting with what you already have.
Friday, 4:00 PM: Arrival, tea by the fire pit, welcome circle.
Friday, 6:00 PM: Dharma Yoga + devotional song — a slower, philosophy-rooted practice paired with call-and-response chanting to settle in.
Friday, 7:30 PM: Welcome dinner.
Saturday, 8:00 AM: Rocket Yoga (all levels, energizing vinyasa) — Session 1 of 3.
Saturday, 9:30 AM: Seasonal breakfast.
Saturday, 11:00 AM: Alive Reset — a yoga class paired with a workshop on living well with what you have: gratitude, contentment, and "enoughness" as the fall season turns — Session 2 of 3.
Saturday, 1:00 PM: Seasonal lunch, then free time — optional self-guided walk through the orchards and hiking trails nearby.
Saturday, 5:30 PM: Restorative Yoga + Sound Healing (gong and Himalayan singing bowls) — Session 3 of 3.
Saturday, 7:30 PM: Closing dinner, cedar sauna open through the evening.
Sunday, 9:00 AM: Closing circle + slow brunch, departure by late morning.
Sunday, 12:00 PM (optional): Vineyard visit — a short drive to a nearby vineyard for tasting and lunch on your own, for anyone extending their Sunday.
The Saturday Day Pass includes all 3 led sessions above (Rocket Yoga, Alive Reset, Restorative Yoga + Sound Healing) plus lunch — see the full breakdown below.
Sign Me Up!Hello! I'm Crystal, the founder of Aeterna Wellbeing. With over 20 years in yoga practice and a decade leading wellness experiences, I've shared mindfulness in places like Puerto Rico, New York, Costa Rica, Colombia, and Bali. I blend ancient yogic traditions with modern nervous system science to create experiences that are genuine resets — whether you're new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, you'll find a warm welcome here.
Yoga came to me early — at twelve — during a season of loss. It became my anchor, a way to breathe through the hard edges of life and remember my own center. I spent 10 years in corporate business development before teaching full-time, and in my late 30s, chronic stress and changing hormones became my next turning point. I doubled down on what I know and study: yoga, breathwork, nervous system healing, and longevity science — real tools that restore rhythm from the inside out. Trained in over 1,000 hours of Vinyasa, Hatha, Dharma, Ashtanga, and Rocket Yoga, I design retreats that go beyond the mat — ritual, movement, and science woven into experiences that help you reclaim vitality and live with intention.
Private rooms, shared rooms, or a single day — priced for a small group.
Overnight rates include the full weekend — all meals, sessions, and programming. A deposit holds your spot; the balance is due closer to arrival. Local to the area? Join us for Saturday only, or come for the whole weekend and arrange your own nearby stay with the Commuter Pass.
One of the private bedrooms — king bed, fresh linens, room to actually rest.
The living room — fireplace, deep sectional, and the open kitchen just beyond it.
The sunroom — floor-to-ceiling windows, a quiet spot to read or stretch out between sessions.
- Your own room for the whole stay
- Dharma Yoga + devotional song (Fri), Rocket Yoga, Alive Reset workshop & Restorative Yoga + Sound Healing (Sat)
- 5 meals + snacks, welcome gift & journal
- $300 deposit to hold your spot
- Balance due Sept 20, 2026
- Shared room with another guest
- Dharma Yoga + devotional song (Fri), Rocket Yoga, Alive Reset workshop & Restorative Yoga + Sound Healing (Sat)
- 5 meals + snacks, welcome gift & journal
- $300 deposit to hold your spot
- Balance due Sept 20, 2026
- Rocket Yoga
- Alive Reset — yoga + workshop on living well with what you have
- Restorative Yoga + Sound Healing
- Seasonal lunch included
- No deposit — pay in full to reserve
- All 3 days of programming: Dharma Yoga + devotional song (Fri), Rocket Yoga, Alive Reset workshop & Restorative Yoga + Sound Healing (Sat), closing circle (Sun)
- 5 meals + snacks, welcome gift & journal
- No lodging — arrive Friday evening and each morning on your own
- $150 deposit to hold your spot
- Balance due Sept 20, 2026
Local to the area and want the full weekend without lodging? The Commuter Pass covers all programming and meals — you arrange your own nearby stay. Traveling with a partner? Write to us about a couples room. Rooms are released on a rolling basis as deposits are received — availability shown above is current as of this week.
What's included.
Full weekend rates (Private & Shared Room, Commuter Pass) cover the items below unless noted otherwise on the value table above. Day Pass is Saturday programming only.
What's included
- 2 nights lodging in a private or shared room (Friday–Sunday)
- 5 seasonal meals + snacks, Friday dinner through Sunday brunch
- All led sessions: Dharma Yoga + devotional song (Fri), Rocket Yoga, Alive Reset workshop, Restorative Yoga + Sound Healing (Sat)
- Sunday closing circle
- Cedar sauna access (open Saturday evening onward)
- Welcome gift, journal & yoga props
- Fire pit gathering space & common areas throughout the stay
- Optional self-guided nature walk through the orchards & trails
What's not included
- Transportation to and from the property (shuttle coordination in progress for overnight guests — Day Pass & Commuter Pass guests arrange their own)
- Lodging for Day Pass & Commuter Pass guests
- Alcohol and between-session snacks beyond what's provided
- Personal bodywork or spa add-ons
- Travel or trip cancellation insurance (recommended)
- Optional Sunday vineyard visit — tasting & lunch on your own, short drive from the house
- Tips and gratuities for guides
A few practical things.
Do I need to be an experienced yogi?
No. Every practice is offered with options, and the weekend is built around rest as much as movement.
What about phones — really, fully off?
Phones are stored (not confiscated) for group sessions and shared meals. You're welcome to check in privately during free time — this is a reset, not a lockdown.
How do I get there without a car?
The house is about an hour from NYC/NJ. Most guests drive or carpool — we're coordinating a shared shuttle option for overnight guests. Day-pass guests are responsible for their own transportation. On-site parking is available for anyone driving in.
Can I bring a friend for the day, unregistered?
No drop-ins, sorry — every guest on the property needs a ticket, including for meals and shared spaces. If someone wants to join, point them to the Day Pass.
What's your cancellation policy?
Deposits are non-refundable. Because this retreat is in October and the balance is due just weeks out, full payments are also non-refundable — but never lost: we'll convert your payment to a credit toward a future retreat or Aeterna Wellbeing package.
What does the day pass include?
All three Saturday sessions — Rocket Yoga, the Alive Reset workshop (yoga + living well with what you have), and Restorative Yoga + Sound Healing — plus a seasonal lunch. It does not include a room, sauna access, or overnight meals — that's the private/shared room rates.
What if the retreat doesn't move forward?
If we don't have enough confirmed, paid guests by the deposit deadline, we'll notify everyone promptly and refund deposits in full before making any final commitments.