The Art of Yoga & Creativity
January 15-18, 2027
Join Dani and Angela for a long weekend yoga retreat in the Catskills devoted to creativity, art, music, movement, and deep renewal.
Your stance, your voice, your mark are the seat of your power. Why have so many of us been shut down, disempowered and inhibited in our expression? Why are so many of us scared to sing, move, dance and draw? Join Dani & Angela in a unique retreat experience that integrates the practices of Raja Hatha Yoga and Bhakti yoga with the arts for finding freedom in yourself.
We are on a mission to hold this sacred safe space for deep practices & play to come together to be guided by the fluidity of grace through yoga, mantra, music and mark making. This is an alcohol free retreat.
The Art of Yoga & Creativity is where effort meets release, discipline meets surrender, and movement meets stillness—so you can tap into the creative potential with in you to move through mental blocks, take artistic risks, and build daily routines that foster innovation and fulfillment feeling spiritually integrated, grounded, and empowered to live with balance and intention with music, art and yoga or your way of soulful self-expression.
Step Away, Reset, and Reconnect
Step away from the noise of daily life and immerse yourself in a weekend of renewal, self-exploration, and meaningful connection. This intimate retreat is designed for those seeking to reset, find balance, unplug from daily demands, and walk the path of yogic integration and devotion.
Spend your free time resting in nature, hiking, relaxing in the sauna, journaling, creating, and reconnecting with yourself. Be ready to use your voice and make your mark in a place of freedom, no judgement and energetic flow.
A Private, Intimate Catskills Retreat
Stay in a charming, spacious, historic country home nestled in the serene woodlands of the Catskills. This artsy, welcoming home has become a beloved retreat space for Dani and offers a perfect blend of comfort, nature, and the yogic arts.
Dani and Angela are artists who live their yoga and practice music and art with reverence for Shakti. Together, they offer an integrated curriculum designed to help you become present, unwind, reflect, and connect with your source energy to be expressive.
Space is limited - 16.5 continuing education credits available.
Creative & Customized Yoga Practices
Dani and Angela will guide you through a multi-faceted exploration of yoga philosophy, asana, breathwork, art therapeutics, chanting, music, meditation, restorative yoga, yoga Nidra, and heartfelt discussions. Expect accessible yoga practices, deep workshops on the fundamentals of yoga, and space to explore how movement, breath, sound, and creativity can support vibrant balance in daily life.
Nourishment from the Land
All meals are farm-to-table and locally sourced, including seasonal ingredients from Dani’s CSA at Glynwood Farms. Enjoy delicious, wholesome meals creatively prepared by Dani to nourish body, mind, and soul throughout the retreat. This is an added bonus for all who come to enjoy her food!
· 3 continental breakfasts
· 2 gourmet sit-down lunches
· 3 gourmet sit-down dinners
· Healthy snacks throughout the weekend
· Non-alcoholic beverages served *please note there is no -alcohol served this weekend
Come tap on into your limitless creative potential and dance with shakti in this soulful weekend retreat where you will be nourished and inspired.
Limited space available!
Lodging Options
Please note: the house is not wheelchair accessible. All bedrooms are located on the first and second floors, and some stairs are required. This is a beautiful large country home with 3 full baths . This is an intimate weekend. This will be Dani’s 4th time here hosting a special retreat . Yoga workshops in great room. Plenty of room to be in community and alone in reflection. Large outdoor sauna on property and hiking trails nearby.
January 15 - 18, 2027
Reserve your place for The Art of Yoga & Creativity, a long-weekend yoga retreat in the Catskills created by Dani and Angela for those seeking renewal, self-expression, and a deeper connection to their creative spirit.
Held in an intimate, historic country home nestled in the woods, this experience brings together yoga philosophy, asana, breathwork, meditation, restorative practice, chanting, music, art, and heartfelt conversation. With time for nature, sauna, journaling, and rest, the retreat offers space to soften mental blocks, take creative risks, and reconnect with the energy that helps you feel grounded, expressive, and inspired.
Your retreat includes three continental breakfasts, two gourmet lunches, three farm-to-table dinners, healthy snacks, non-alcoholic beverages, and beer and wine with dinner.
*Please Note: This deposit reserves your place for our Catskills Retreat.
January 15 - 18, 2027
Choose the room experience that best supports your retreat: a cozy shared option, a spacious shared room, or a private single-occupancy room.
The Art of Yoga & Creativity is a long-weekend Catskills retreat created by Dani and Angela for renewal, self-expression, and a deeper connection to your creative spirit. Held in an intimate, historic country home in the woods, the experience brings together yoga philosophy, asana, breathwork, meditation, restorative practice, chanting, music, art, and heartfelt conversation.
Your stay includes time for nature, sauna, journaling, and rest, along with three continental breakfasts, two gourmet lunches, three farm-to-table dinners, healthy snacks, non-alcoholic beverages, and beer and wine with dinner.
*Please note: Price total includes all associated fees.
Private Room — $1,871 per person
Enjoy the most privacy and personal space during your retreat weekend.
Shared Room with Your Own Bed — $1,662 per person
A balance of community and personal space, with your own bed in a shared room.
Cozy Shared Bed Option — $1,440 per person
Coming with a partner, close friend, or someone you’re comfortable sharing a queen bed with? This is the most budget-friendly way to experience the retreat.
Room selection preferences must be confirmed at the time of booking. All prices include taxes and fees.
Registration & Deposit
Spaces are limited and held on a first-come, first-served basis with a non-refundable $400 deposit. Your deposit will be applied toward your selected accommodation and retreat total.
Once your deposit is received, you will receive a confirmation email with a questionnaire for food allergies, dietary restrictions, wellness considerations, and yoga experience.
MEET THE EDUCATORS
Dani’s Bio
Dani’s energy, expertise, and enthusiasm are a rare gift that helps students design their own practice to tap into their own innate power. She is a professional artist, textile designer, entrepreneur, and yoga teacher with a 500 hour-ERYT/YACEP with additional certifications in Iyengar Yoga Wall, Trauma Informed Yoga, Kids Yoga and Yoga Therapeutics. She is the creator and founder of Heartful Yoga- which integrates yoga and art modalities for cultivating creativity, healing, and self-expression. Each collaborative workshop print is which is manufactured into lifestyle products for all to share & wear.
Through the integration of many different styles of Raja Hatha Yoga, Dani’s teachings are compassionate and created for inclusivity in mind. She believes that yoga and art should be accessible to all bodies and identities and works to hold a safe space where anyone can show up for themselves as they are. Dani cultivates individualized practices tailored to her students’ needs, considering her knowledge of anatomy, to ensure that the practices are flexible, strengthening, engaging, and serving each student. She will guide you into understanding the connections of mind, body, and spirit hrough thematic principals; leaving you feeling embodied, connected and directed on a path towards wellness and self-expression.
Angela’s Bio:
Angela Hassan is a vocalist and multi-instrumentalist specializing in guitar, zither, and harmonium. Most known for leading kirtan, she also offers meditative sound journeys and live music for yoga classes. Her music blends her angelic voice and devotion with transcendent sound to create an environment which softens the heart and invites deep connection.
With more than a decade of experience and certifications in yoga, meditation, and multiple energy healing modalities, Angela's offerings gently guide people back to themselves, to their breath, their heart, and the present moment. She has worked with various communities including youth, young adults, senior citizens, people in recovery, incarcerated individuals, and the general public. Angela has shared music across the globe, including the United States, Europe, India, and Africa.
Scenes from our previous Catskills Retreat
