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Discover Ayurveda, the ancient science of natural healing, and learn how its time-tested wisdom can transform your well-being. Led by Larissa Hall Carlson, an esteemed Ayurvedic Practitioner and Yoga Specialist, this retreat offers an immersive experience in holistic self-care, seasonal nutrition, and mind-body balance.

Set amidst the serene beauty of Woodside Retreat, this rejuvenating weekend blends Ayurvedic wisdom with the richness of California’s summer landscape. Through expert guidance, practical applications, and nourishing rituals, you’ll gain simple yet powerful tools to cultivate lasting health, vitality, and inner harmony. This three-day wellness retreat will leave you with simple yet profound Ayurvedic healing practices to restore a sense of balance to your everyday.

Your all-inclusive stay at Canyon Ranch includes all meals, a daily schedule of wellness activities, access to select luxury amenities, and no hidden fees.

Larissa Hall Carlson, M.A. in Mindfulness Studies Ayurveda Practitioner and Ayurvedic Yoga Specialist
With 25+ years of experience, Larissa Hall Carlson is a renowned expert in Ayurveda, yoga, and mindfulness, specializing in optimal performance and holistic well-being. A certified Ayurveda Practitioner and Yoga Educator, Larissa has spent her career training elite-level musicians, athletes, and executives in mindful living. A Lead Faculty member for the Kripalu Schools of Yoga and Ayurveda for 20+ years, Larissa previously served as Dean of the Kripalu School of Ayurveda and co-created the popular Yoga Journal courses Ayurveda 101 & 201. A passionate writer and educator, Larissa’s rich teachings have been featured in Yoga Journal, The Washington Post, Men’s Journal, Shape, Elephant Journal, InStyle, Prevention, Well+Good, MindBodyGreen, and more. She is also the creator of transformational audio courses on Insight Timer—Ayurveda for Meditators, Mindful

Musicianship, Mindfulness for Caregivers, and Pranayama for Restoring Vitality—guiding listeners toward balance, breath, and deeper self-connection. Through her warm, engaging teaching style, Larissa makes ancient wisdom accessible, empowering students to integrate mindfulness, movement, and Ayurveda into their daily lives for greater ease, energy, and well-being.

Friday, August 14

10 a.m. Introduction to Ayurveda: Yoga's Sister Science of Holistic Medicine
Learn Ayurveda’s foundational principles, including the three doshas—vata, pitta, and kapha—and how they shape your health and vitality. Discover practical, seasonal strategies to enhance digestion, support immunity, and bring balance to daily life.

Saturday, August 15

2 p.m. Unlock Your Ayurvedic Blueprint: Discover Your Unique Mind-Body Type
Whether you align with vata, pitta, or kapha, this session will illuminate your natural strengths and tendencies. Walk away with valuable diet and lifestyle strategies to enhance energy, optimize digestion, and create sustainable wellness.

Sunday, August 16

11 a.m. Ayurvedic Teas, Spices & Seasonal Foods for Summer Wellness
Enhance your well-being with Ayurveda’s wisdom on seasonal nutrition while enjoying a refreshing summer tea. Explore how cooling teas, spices and fresh foods can support digestion, reduce inflammation and keep the body nourished in the warmer months.