with Jo Kirsch, Anharad Llewelyn and Amy Chamberlain
Monday, September 28 to Friday, October 2, 2026
Step away from the noise of daily life and reconnect with yourself during this rejuvenating five-day women’s yoga retreat on the ocean in Rockport, Massachusetts. Nestled along the breathtaking shoreline of Long Beach, our serene oceanfront setting offers sweeping views, fresh sea air, and 500 yards of soft sand and flat shoreline—perfect for peaceful walks, meditation, and relaxation.
This immersive retreat is designed to nourish body, mind, and creativity. Each morning begins with a guided walking meditation on the beach, followed by an energizing yoga practice to awaken the body and calm the mind. As the day unfolds, you’ll have time to explore, connect with nature, and enjoy the peaceful rhythm of coastal life.
In the afternoons, unwind with deeply restorative yoga sessions led by Yoga Therapist Jo Kirsch, designed to release tension and leave you feeling grounded and renewed.
Beyond yoga, you’ll experience the natural beauty of Cape Ann with a guided hike through Halibut Point State Park, known for its dramatic coastal views and scenic trails. Adventurous participants may also choose to sea kayak along the coastline, while others may simply relax on the beach, journal, or soak in the ocean breeze.
A Retreat for Creativity and Connection
Creativity flows naturally by the sea. Throughout the week, artist Anharad Llewelyn will guide you through gentle, inspiring art sessions using watercolors and collage to capture the beauty of the surrounding landscape. No prior art experience is needed—just curiosity and a willingness to explore.
One magical evening, join us for a Sip & Paint gathering on the deck, where you’ll create a plein air acrylic painting overlooking the ocean—your own handmade keepsake from this unforgettable retreat.
Nourishment for Body and Soul
Renowned chef Amy Chamberlain will prepare fresh, nourishing meals each day, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Her thoughtfully crafted menus are designed to energize and delight, using wholesome ingredients to support your wellness journey.
As the sun sets, we’ll gather around the fire, listen to the waves, and enjoy meaningful conversation under the stars.
What You’ll Experience
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Daily beach meditation and yoga
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Afternoon restorative yoga sessions
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Oceanfront accommodations on Long Beach
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Guided hike at Halibut Point State Park
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Optional sea kayaking adventure
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Daily creative art workshops
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A special Sip & Paint evening
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Chef-prepared meals throughout your stay
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Time to relax, reflect, and connect
This retreat is an invitation to slow down, breathe deeply, and rediscover yourself in one of New England’s most beautiful coastal villages.
🌊 Spaces are limited to keep the experience intimate. Reserve your spot today and give yourself the gift of rest, creativity, and renewal by the sea.
Your Investment:
Includes accommodations, meals, the yoga program and art. There are a variety of bedrooms and 3 shared bathrooms. Prices range based on the bedroom:
•King Bedroom with en Suite Bath (bath to be shared with adjacent Queen Loft): $1595 ppso; BOOKED
•Queen Loft with shared bath: $1345 ppso
•Bedroom with Full Size Bed and shared bath: $1445 ppso
•Twin Bedroom with two Twin Beds and shared bath: $1245 ppdo
CLICK HERE TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT WITH A $500 DEPOSIT. Balance due June 30, 2026.
EMAIL [email protected] to select your room.
Jo Kirsch has been practicing yoga for over 35 years and teaching for more than 25. A yoga therapist and seasoned yoga teacher, she has led yoga retreats for the past 20 years, guiding groups to inspiring destinations including Snowbird Ski Resort in Utah, Rockport, Massachusetts, Spain, Costa Rica, and Italy. Jo loves combining adventure with mindful living, beginning and ending each day with a nourishing yoga practice.
Her initial yoga teacher training was in Ashtanga Yoga with Beryl Bender Birch. Since then, Jo has pursued extensive continuing education and holds certifications in Adaptive Yoga, Trauma-Sensitive Yoga, Yoga Nidra, Yoga of 12-Step Recovery, Yoga for Traumatic Brain Injury, Yin Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, and Yoga Therapy.
Jo’s contagious enthusiasm and positive energy shine through in her classes. She is a strong, grounded, determined, caring, funny and fun-loving person.Jo has a gift for discerning the groups needs and desires and meets them gracefully on and off the yoga mat. Her classes feature seamless sequencing, balancing effort and grace throughout. Whether you are a seasoned yogi or a beginner the morning and afternoon classes will meet you where you are.
There’s something magical about bookending each day of the Retreat practicing mindfulness and yoga. Your mind, heart, body and spirit will be primed to absorb the extraordinary gifts the Ocean has to offer.
Growing up in a family of artists, Anharad Llewelyn has been creating artwork and delving into art history since she was a child. For the last 20 years Anharad has been a high school art teacher in the Manchester area, but now enters a new chapter of teaching and learning. She will be retiring from teaching school and is embarking on destination art retreats, as well as continuing to teach adults and curious artists of all levels in the Northshire region. Anharad has a passion for igniting creativity in people of all ages and experience levels; encouraging them to find JOY through the art of self-expression.
Anharad is an art journal enthusiast, and she enjoys painting with watercolor, acrylics, water based oil, and mixed media. The medium of collage painting combines acrylic paint and a variety of patterned papers. She often uses hand written letters and pages from recycled books to enhance her mixed media paintings, adding another element of her personality into the work.
In addition to teaching and creating art, Anharad enjoys travel, yoga, hiking, x-country skiing, kayaking, and taking as many art classes as she can to expand her own practice.
Chef Amy Chamberlain, a graduate of New England Culinary Institute and a Manchester local, has been cooking since her teenage years, most notably at The Perfect Wife Restaurant and Tavern from 1996 to 2018 and at her airstream from 2018 to 2023. Making delicious food for folks makes Amy’s heart sing. You can look forward to delicious and nutritious meals at this Oceanfront Retreat. Some examples are: Harvest Vegetable Breakfast Bowl with Farm Fresh Eggs and Tomato Chimichurri; Blueberry Overnight Sourdough French Toast with Lemon Skyr; Eggs baked with Polenta, Spinach, Fresh Corn and Feta; Line Caught Cod with White Beans, Tarragon, Orange and Broccolini; Local Cherrystone Clams with Linguini; and The Howling Wolf Special: Brown Rice and Lentil Pilaf with Fresh Veggies, Roasted Yams and Tomato-Coconut Curry Sauce. In addition to brunch and dinner, a continental breakfast of fruit, toast, yogurt, and hot beverages will be available for early morning before yoga.
