Radiance in the Rockies Retreat 2025
A magical weekend in nature harmonized with Qigong, Sound Therapy, Meditation, Gongfu Tea Ceremonies, and other Wellness Practices
Thursday, August 7th - Sunday, Aug 10th, 2025
Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Resort, Colorado
The quiet Rocky Mountains and bubbling hot springs are calling your name…
Join us for a restorative long weekend at the Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Resort in Colorado! Together we’ll bask in the powerful energies of the Sturgeon Full Moon and Lion’s Gate Portal and journey in healing Qigong movement, sound therapy, tea ceremonies, and wellness practices….all while enjoying majestic surroundings of nature, nourishing food, Colorado sunshine, and healing thermal waters.
This wellness retreat adventure is curated by Judy Thurman, a Daoist Priest, Monk, Qigong Instructor, Sound Therapist, and Classical Chinese Medicine Practitioner, alongside Alina Nikishina, a Transformational Coach and Licensed Hypnotist.
Think of this as a magical vacation in nature combined with a deeply nourishing inner healing. You deserve it!
This retreat may be a fit for you if…
You’d love a getaway this year that nourishes your body, mind, and spirit and leaves you feeling peaceful, rejuvenated, and grounded
You’re focusing on self care, healing, nourishment, and/or transformation this year
You’re going through a transition in life and are desiring clarity and answers from inner wisdom
You’re open to holistic healing experiences and learning about activating self-healing and expanding your growth
You love connecting with nature
You enjoy to gather with like-minded, conscious humans
Early Bird
$700!
What’s Included?
4 days and 3 nights of retreat time - supported by the energies of the Lion’s Gate Portal and Sturgeon Full Moon
Daily Group Qigong Movement (except the day of arrival)
Evening Sound Baths
Gongfu Tea Ceremonies
Guided Group Meditations for Peace & Manifestation
Self directed practices and tools to help you step into peace, sleep better, reduce stress, and live more from your wholeness.
Gift bag full of goodies for wellness and nourishment!
Free time to relax and enjoy the hot springs resort
3 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 1 Dinner - All vegetarian, gluten, & dairy free. Drinking water available all day
Special discounted group rate on lodging at the Mt. Princeton Resort
Special retreat only rates on private services with Judy and Alina (I Ching Readings, Private Sound Therapy Sessions, and Core Transformation Coaching).
To learn more about the types of private sessions Judy offers click here.
To learn more about Alina’s Core Transformation sessions, click here.
What’s Not Included?
Lodging (Discounted group rate at Mt. Princeton Resort available)
Resort amenities (included with lodging or day pass): hot springs, 700’ water slides, dry sauna/steam room/cold plunge, fitness classes, bike rental, and gym
Spa treatments (10% off discount available for Resort guests)
Dinner on Fri & Sat (Resort fine dining available, and/or cooking your own meals in select lodging, and/or dining in the town of Buena Vista)
Beverages other than water and hot tea with breakfast
Travel costs to/from Mt. Princeton Resort
Your Retreat Destination
Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Resort, Nathrop Colorado
(About 2.5 hrs drive from Denver, CO)
Tucked away in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Resort offers a hot spring haven combined with other luxuries of a modern resort with lodging, fine dining, spa services, and more! Located just 15 minutes from the beautiful town of Buena Vista and 25 mins from Salida, there are plenty of activities to enjoy inside and outside the resort.
Lodging
Stay at the Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Resort or book a different lodging option in the towns of Buena Vista or Salida, CO!
(More details and bigger photos available on the Mt. Princeton Hot Springs website here)
All Rooms Include:
Full day access to the hot springs
Access to spa amenities like sauna, steam room & cold plunge
Complimentary fitness classes
Bike rental
10% off spa treatments
Room Options
Creekside King Suites
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Luxury king rooms located directly on Chalk Creek, a beautiful and serene setting. Rooms feature kitchenettes (no oven), fireplaces and outdoor lounge space. No pets allowed, non-smoking.
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Thursday night rate = $256 or $280 (depending on which room you get)
Fri/Sat night rate = $300 or $324 per night
Pricing does not include tax or any extra expenses you may incur while staying at the resort.
All lodging includes access to hot springs, spa amenities, 10% off spa treatments, bike rental, fitness classes and more!
Creekside Double Queen Suites
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Luxury rooms with two queen beds located directly on Chalk Creek, a beautiful and serene setting. Rooms feature kitchenettes (no oven), fireplaces and outdoor lounge space. No pets allowed, non-smoking.
If you get one of the Lower Creekside rooms: Ground level entryway and open patio facing Chalk Creek. Standard room amenities – Direct TV service, Nespresso coffee, refrigerator. No pets allowed, non-smoking.
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Thursday night rate = $256 or $280 (depending on which room you get)
Fri/Sat night rate = $300 or $324 per night
Pricing does not include tax or any extra expenses you may incur while staying at the resort.
All lodging includes access to hot springs, spa amenities, 10% off spa treatments, bike rental, fitness classes and more!
Cliffside Double Queen Room
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This spacious room features two queen beds and amenities that will help you relax. Enjoy the incredible views of the surrounding 14,000 foot peaks along the Continental Divide. Includes Microwave | Mini Fridge | Air Conditioning | Nespresso Coffee Maker | Flat Screen TV | Satellite TV | Patio
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Thursday night rate = $224
Fri/Sat night rate = $260/night
Pricing does not include tax or any extra expenses you may incur while staying at the resort.
All lodging includes access to hot springs, spa amenities, 10% off spa treatments, bike rental, fitness classes and more!
Hillside Double Queen Rooms
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Hillside rooms are centrally located at the resort near the upper pools with amazing mountain views. This room features two queen beds and amenities that will help you relax. Enjoy the incredible views of the surrounding 14,000 foot peaks along the Continental Divide. Rooms have a Mini Fridge | Air Conditioning | Nespresso Coffee Maker | Flat Screen TV | Satellite TV.
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Thursday night group rate = $208
Fri/Sat night group rate = $247/night
Pricing does not include tax or any extra expenses you may incur while staying at the resort.
All lodging includes access to hot springs, spa amenities, 10% off spa treatments, bike rental, fitness classes and more!
Lodging must be booked separately. Please check Mt. Princeton Resort’s website for current availability. Depending on when you book, certain rooms may be sold out.
Physical, Mental, and Spiritual Healing
Intuitive guidance
The gift of stillness
Energy for the rest of your year ahead
New tools to take home to continue your wellness journey
New connections
Permission to play and relax!
Radiance in the Rockies Retreat can be a great way to receive:
Retreat Itinerary
*Subject to slight changes as we finalize details
We invite you to follow your nature during this retreat.
All of these activities are available to you as an option, not a requirement!
Thursday, August 7th, 2025
Arrival & check in (by 5pm)
Welcome ceremony
Group Dinner
Group I Ching Reading
Sound Bath
Friday, August 8th, 2025
Qigong Movement, Meditation, Mini Sound Bath
Group Breakfast
Free time to enjoy the resort and private sessions
Group Lunch
More free time!
Limitless Potential Gongfu Tea Ceremony
Dinner on own & free time
Qigong Movement
Sound Bath
Saturday, August 9th, 2025
Qigong Movement, Meditation, Mini Sound Bath
Group Breakfast
Guided Full Moon Meditation
Group “Qi Hiking” & Break
Group Lunch
Free time to enjoy the resort and private sessions
Interactive Class: Inner Peace Toolkit
Dinner on own & free time
Qigong Movement
Full Moon Sound Bath
Sunday, August 10th, 2025
Qigong Movement, Meditation, Mini Sound Bath
Group Breakfast
Pack & check out (by 10:30 am)
Gratitude Gongfu Tea Ceremony & Closing
More time to enjoy the resort (full day hot springs pass is available even after check-out if you stay at the resort)
Add Even More Activities!
Private services with Judy and Alina (I Ching Readings, Private Sound Therapy Sessions, and Core Transformation Coaching)
Soaking in the different hot springs and infinity pool
Playing on the 700’ water slides!
Enjoying dry sauna, steam rooms, and cold plunge
Fine dining experiences
Unique fitness classes (like aqua biking & water yoga)
Spa Treatments
Hiking
Biking
And More!
Meet Your Hosts
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Judy is a 22nd-generation Daoist Priest, Monk, & Wanderer who received her studies and ordination in remote China through the Dragon Gate lineage. She has over 20 years of experience as a renowned practitioner and teacher of Classical Chinese Medicine, Qigong movement, Clinical Qigong, Sound Therapy, Meditation, and more. Judy’s clients and students appreciate her easy-going, “wu wei” nature while providing services that support growth and harmonious living. She’s been hosting sold-out sound bath and tea ceremony experiences at Hudson Gardens in Colorado. She’s excited to share all of this with you at this retreat!
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Alina is a Transformational Coach and Licensed Hypnotist. She specializes in subconscious change, helping folks transform lower emotions and habits into inner-peace, wellbeing, success, and joy through methods that are kind to the whole system. Being a student and client of Judy’s for over 6 years now, Alina’s work flows with the principles of gentleness, no-force, kindness, acceptance, and harmony of all that is. She’s excited to guide you in transformative meditations and teach you self-directed tools for wellbeing at this retreat! She’s also who you can contact for any logistical questions to help make your getaway be magical.
Ready to Join Us?
Radiance in the Rockies 2025 Retreat Package
August 7-10th, 2025 | Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Resort, Colorado
Here’s a recap of what you get when you join:
4 days and 3 nights of retreat time - supported by the energies of the Lion’s Gate Portal and Sturgeon Full Moon
Daily Group Qigong Movement (except the day of arrival)
Evening Sound Baths
Gongfu Tea Ceremonies
Guided Group Meditations for Peace & Manifestation
Self directed practices and tools to help you step into peace, sleep better, reduce stress, and live more from your wholeness
Gift bag full of goodies for wellness and nourishment! 🎁
Free time to relax and enjoy the hot springs resort activities
3 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 1 Dinner - All vegetarian, gluten, & dairy free. Drinking water available all day
Special discounted group rate on lodging at the Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Resort
If you stay at the resort - hot springs access (+ water slide), dry sauna/steam room/cold plunge, fitness classes, bike rental, gym, 10% off spa treatments
Special “retreat only” rates on private services with Judy and Alina
Total Investment = $824*
🐥 Early Bird Special: Book by March 31, 2025 and Save $124!
*Lodging not included - see Terms of Conditions for other costs not included
Your Questions Answered
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This retreat will be at the Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Resort in Nathrop, Colorado from August 7-10th, 2025. We’ll begin Thursday evening (the 7th) around 5pm and end around 12pm on Sunday (the 10th).
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Here is a sample of activities you can expect:
Daily Qigong movement (except day of arrival)
Sound Baths
Gongfu Tea Ceremonies
Guided Meditations
Wellness Practices Experiences and Classes
Group Nutritious Meals
Private sessions with Judy & Alina (extra cost)
Enjoying the resort - soaking in hot springs, spa treatments, fine dining, etc.
And more!
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The non-refundable portion of your retreat ticket cost is $300.
For the remainder of your investment, we’re able to extend refunds in emergency situations prior if cancelled on or before May 31, 2025. Otherwise, we do not offer refunds.
Please confirm with Mt. Princeton Hot Springs or your lodging facility on their refund/cancellation policy when it comes to lodging.
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We are opening up this retreat to 26 people over the age of 16.
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The minimum age to attend the retreat is 16. However, children are welcome at the resort with adult supervision in case you’d like them to join you on this trip and have someone watch them while you’re on retreat activities!
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Absolutely, YES! We welcome folks with all levels of experience. Judy and Alina are happy to go slow and answer questions if they come up.
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To learn more about the types of private sessions Judy offers click here.
To learn more about Alina’s Core Transformation sessions, click here.
All private sessions will be available at a special retreat only rate as an optional addition. More info will be provided upon registration.
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We recommend booking as soon as possible after you register. Our block of rooms with Mt. Princeton Resort is booked until July 7th, 2025. After this date, all of those rooms will be available to the general public and may be sold out. Please book on the Mt. Princeton Hot Springs site here. Our group code is already entered on the link.
You may also call them at 719-395-2447.
We’ll also provide you more detailed instructions upon registration in case you need them.
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That’s ok! However, the full retreat fee is still due.
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Great! We ask all of our guests to be responsible for booking their own lodging. If you already know who you want to room with, please coordinate with them on booking a room together and splitting costs.
If you’re coming in as a solo traveler and are looking for a roommate from the retreat, we can connect with you with other guests who are also looking for roommates.
Please note that a roommate situation is not guaranteed as it depends on demand and availability. We do have plenty of rooms blocked off at the Mt. Princeton Resort to where everyone attending could have their own room if needed.
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Yes! Take a look at options in the towns of Buena Vista, CO (~15 mins drive from Resort) or Salida, CO (~25 mins away).
Please note we don’t provide transportation, so you would need a car to come to Mt. Princeton Resort each day.
The Resort also offers day passes for their hot springs and spa so you can still enjoy the resort even if you don’t stay there! Learn more about that by clicking here.
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It’s about a 2.5 hour drive from Denver, Colorado, so you’ll need a car to get there.
The most popular closest airport is Denver International Airport and is approximately 3 hours away. Colorado Springs is about two hours away.
There are smaller airports that are closer, but they are non-commercial.
Check here for various transportation and getting there options.
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No. However, we can try to connect you with other folks who may be flying in and may want to share a ride (not guaranteed).
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Check out their website!
Their FAQ page is also helpful.
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We’ll be offering catered vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free meals.
If you have other food preferences or allergies, please let us know upon booking, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.
There are rooms that have fridges and kitchenettes available if you choose to make your own meals or snacks. Check before booking.
All meals are included in your retreat ticket except dinner on Friday & Saturday nights. You have options to dine at the resort, make your own meals in your room, or explore options in Buena Vista (town ~15 mins from resort)!
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On the registration page, you’ll find a question that asks about this. Please let us know which conditions are applicable to you so we can be mindful of your wellbeing during retreat activities.
We recommend checking in with your doctors about participating in retreat activities and being at the hot springs resort prior to booking.
Please let us know if you have any questions about the activities in this retreat by e-mailing Alina (retreat coordinator) at hello@alinanikishina.com
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The Resort’s lodging, common areas, and transportation services are all in compliance with all public accommodation requirements under ADA. Please let us know at registration which auxiliary aids you may require. Please contact the resort by calling +1-719-395-2447 for more information.
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Please contact Alina (retreat coordinator) at hello@alinanikishina.com. We’ll respond within 48 business hours!
Does your soul need a break? Join us for a restorative weekend in the heart of the Rocky Mountains in August.
Resort photo credits on this page: Courtesy Of Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort