Seek the wisdom that will untie your knot. Seek the path that demands your whole being

I am a wisdom keeper, a guide, and a space holder, weaving the teachings of ancient lineages with an intuitive, grounded approach to healing and transformation. My path has been shaped by deep study and embodied practice—rooted in Zen Buddhism, Sufism as a semazen, yogic traditions learned under the guidance of Saraswati Jois in India, and the sacred plant medicine traditions of the Amazon. These lineages, along with my own lived experience, inform the way I hold space—with reverence, presence, and deep trust in the unfolding journey.

Through yoga, bodywork, breath, movement, and ceremony, I offer a supportive environment where you can come home to yourself. My intention is always the same: to hold space for you to reconnect, realign, and remember who you truly are. In this work, there is no hierarchy—only deep listening, shared wisdom, and the sacred journey of awakening. Here, you are seen, supported, and honored exactly as you are.

Rose is a chef and retreat facilitator with a passion for food, nutrition, and creating welcoming spaces. She prepares nourishing meals and ensures guests feel at home with thoughtful hospitality. With experience in retreat settings, she brings warmth, organization, and care to every gathering. Whether in the kitchen or setting up spaces, she helps create a seamless and enriching retreat experience.

With the spirit of a jester and the heart of a Zen practitioner, Bri brings high energy and deep presence to the retreat center. As the fire tender and sous chef , she tends not just to the flames but to the communal spirit, creating warmth and transformation through food, laughter, and stillness. After spending several years as a resident at the Ithaca Zen Center, she now is on the move, spending time adventuring in her van.