FAQ

  • I am registered, what is next?

    When we receive your registration an email will be sent with more information about the retreat.  You will also receive an INTAKE FORM & Waiver in your email.  The intake form and waiver are mandatory to attend the retreat.  Please complete ASAP.

  • When is the final payment due, & How Do I Make that Payment?

    An invoice will be sent via email. Payment is due on or before 7 days prior to your retreat Check-in. Retreat Payments can be sent via Zelle (preferred) Venmo, PayPal, or Credit card. For ALL credit card transactions, a 3.5% processing fee will be added to the total.  

  • What Are the Accommodations Like?

    • Blisstopia Retreats features a large 2-story villa with 6,800 sq ft of space
    • 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms
    • Family room, dining room, and front foyer sitting room
    • Rooms are shared accommodations with separate beds for each guest
    • We limit our retreats to 18 guests.
    • Features a very nice Indoor yoga studio, & Outdoor Yoga Studio.
    • Relaxing swimming pool with waterfall
    • Volleyball court
    • Outdoor games including Bocce Ball, Cornhole bags, horseshoes & others
    • Desert mountain hiking trails right outside our backyard gate
    • Nature hikes and mountain meditation with breathtaking views
    • Bedrooms are shared with two to four other guests unless you book a private room.
    • Shared bath per room.
    • When booking, you'll be able to choose your accommodation - private or shared - first-come, first-serve on all rooms.
    • Linens and towels are furnished.
    • Wireless internet available
    • The villa features a full spacious gourmet kitchen, a living and dining area, and a large patio with incredible mountain views.
    • Outdoor patio grill & full kitchen.
    • The Villa also features stone fireplace in the family room, a 2nd gas fireplace in the front foyer, an outdoor gas firepit, and a wood-burning fire pit.
    • Laundry facilities on both 1st and 2nd floors. (detergent is not provided)
  • What's the Yoga Like?

    • Yoga is for all levels, including beginners and advanced students.
    • If you have limitations, please share the information on the guest intake form after booking.
    • Check the specific retreat schedule for the amount and frequency of yoga.
    • We meet you right where you are at!
    • Our experienced and skilled teachers lead you through your practice. However, it is always YOUR practice.
  • What About Injuries or Food Allergies/dietary Restrictions?

    The intake form you will be sent immediately after registering will ask about any issues you are facing, injuries, limitations, medications that may affect your ability to participate etc..



    Injuries: If you have specific injuries or health conditions that may interfere with your yoga practice or other activities, please indicate the details on your intake form.



    You are encouraged to practice at your level and honor your body. Blisstopia Retreats is not liable for injuries.



    Food Allergies/Dietary Restrictions: Each Retreat menu is prepared from scratch, and you may choose what best suits your lifestyle. Indicate food allergies or restrictions in detail on your Intake Form. We use organic and local ingredients whenever possible.



    We appreciate your understanding when there are fewer options to choose from when personal dietary restrictions are involved. You are welcome to bring additional food, snacks, or beverages.  We will store them for you.

  • Do You Offer Massage?

    Yes! Massages are available on site with one of our talented massage therapists. The cost is $135 for 1 hour.  Registration and full payment must be completed no later than 10 days from your retreat start date. (drop-in requests may or may not be available) Payments are accepted via Zelle, Venmo, PayPal, or Credit card (a 3.5% transaction fee will be added for all credit card payments). Please remember to tip your therapist.

  • Do You Offer Healing Touch Therapy and or Reiki?

    Yes! Sessions are available on-site with our talented & experienced Energy Healing Practitioner (Lana Royce). $250 for 1 hour. Sign up before your retreat or during your stay. Payment is due a minimum of 1 hour before service (drop-in requests may or may not be available) Payments are accepted via Zelle, Venmo, PayPal, or Credit card (a 3.5% transaction fee will be added for all credit card payments). Please remember to tip your practitioner.

  • What is the Minimum Age?

    You must be 18 years of age or older to attend a retreat at Blisstopia Retreats.



    • Exceptions can be made for Mother/Daughter events.
  • What Are You Doing to Maintain Guest Wellness & Safety?

    • We care about the safety and wellness of each and every one of our retreat guests as well as our staff
    • Cross ventilation in the yoga studio and throughout the main house.
    • Smaller group size of 6-18 guests total.
    • Private rooms are available. Additional charge applies.
    • Our Dining options include multiple places to enjoy your breakfast, lunch & dinner options.
    • Blisstopia Retreats is professionally cleaned and sanitized after each retreat.
  • When and How Do I Make the Final Payment?

    Final Payment is due on or before 7 days prior to your retreat Check-in. Payments are accepted via Zelle, Venmo, PayPal, or Credit card (a 3.5% transaction fee will be added for all credit card payments). Your reservation is subject to a late fee if payment is not submitted by the final due date of 5% of the total.

  • What is the Cancellation Policy for Attending a Retreat?

    • In the event you have to cancel your retreat, we offer a couple of solutions.
    • More than 90 days from the retreat start date – we will refund your deposit in full minus a $100 processing fee.
    • 90 days or less from the retreat date we cannot offer a refund for cancellations.
    • All payments are non-refundable but may be transferred to a future retreat date.
    • There is a $100 processing fee for rescheduling more than 90 days before your scheduled retreat.
    • There is a $250 processing fee for rescheduling less than 90 days before your retreat.
    • All monies paid (less processing fee) will be emailed to you as an E-Gift Card.
    • E-Gift Cards do not expire and can be applied to any retreat or gifted to another guest.
    • No refunds or credits will be given for failure to attend or complete the retreat, arriving late, or leaving early.
    • It is your responsibility to read and understand our cancellation policies.
    • We recommend purchasing your travel/trip cancellation insurance so your trip fees will be covered in case you have to cancel your retreat.
  • What is the Cancellation Policy for Hosting a Retreat?

    To Secure dates for your retreat or event – a non-refundable 25% deposit is required at the time of booking



    • If canceled more than 90 days from retreat date = full refund of any additional payments collected less deposit.
    • If cancelled 89 days or less No Refunds
  • Can I Join A Waitlist?

    Yes! We'd love to have you join us if a spot opens up. Click the button "Join Waitlist." You will be contacted if and when a spot should open up. Payment or a deposit will be due at that time to finalize your booking.

  • Will I have access to Wi-Fi?

    Wi-Fi is available. Some of our guests use the opportunity to take an optional digital detox. Our Dining Table and Yoga Studio are designated phone-free zones so we may honor our community.

  • What About Pets?

    Unfortunately, due to liability issues, we are unable to accommodate pets, including emotional support animals.  We do have a dog on site (Bodhi is his name, he is a healing dog) And we also have free-range chickens behind our RV garage to get your animal lover fix.

  • What if I Leave Personal Belongings at the Retreat?

    If your item is found, we will contact you, & you will receive an invoice for shipping and handling. Once that is paid, it will be returned to you. Lost items are returned on the 1st of the month following your retreat.

  • Are You Hiring?

    For any job opportunities please send us a message on our Contact Us page. Yoga Instructors/Massage Therapists/Healing Touch Therapists/Retreat Leaders need at least three years of experience teaching yoga in a group setting. The cleaning staff needs at least two years of professional cleaning experience. We welcome your application.

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  • What do I need to bring with me?

    1. A good pair of walking/hiking shoes

    2. Comfortable clothing – workout wear

    3. A hat and sunglasses for when you're enjoying the outdoors.

    4. A swimsuit for the pool and hot tub

    5. A small backpack that could be used during a hike

    6. Personal items, toiletries 

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Blisstopia Retreats Mission

OUR MISSION

Blisstopia Retreats inspires our global community to live empowered, creative, vibrant lives through the practices of Yoga, Fitness, Meditation & Ayurveda as well as other wellness practices. Additionally, having a place and space for other wellness practitioners to support their own communities.


Blisstopia Retreats Vision

OUR VISION

To “Be Blissful” is to live an inspired life – one in which our true nature of wellness, happiness and peace is cultivated, so that we may experience the challenges of our human lives with an open-hearted ease. We invite our entire global community to discover their own blissful nature through a retreat space that is intimate, welcoming, heart-warming with yoga teaching – from beginner to advanced – meditation, workshops, classes, consultations, teacher trainings, ayurveda study and continuing education


Blisstopia Retreats Values

OUR VALUES

Blisstopia Retreats has evolved over the past 20 years. The evolution is about providing support and healing with others not to others. The belief is that WE, not I can create an environment where there is safety, security, knowledge, caring, nurturing and space for healing to occur. When there is we, the energy moves more freely. Everyone desires a place and space to feel accepted, tended to, and appreciated for who they are in order for BLISS to come through the womb of our souls. This is where you will find your Bliss through Yoga asanas, meditation, passionate teachers and teachings, workshops, meditation and energy work. So, we encourage you to join us, our retreat space is only a short trek from Phoenix, AZ, USA.

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