In the Heart of Devotion Retreat

with Pauline Drossart & Atonka

Zion, Utah USA | May 8 - 12, 2025

Being a woman today is both a privilege and a profound responsibility. We are asked to navigate an ever-changing world while staying connected to the essence of who we are.

In The Heart of Devotion, we’ll step away from the noise and distractions, coming together in the sacred stillness of Zion, Utah, to honor our strength, grace, and vitality through the art of ritual and devotion.

Early summer is the season of the Heart meridian in Chinese medicine. It's a time to nourish our emotional clarity, strengthen our inner connection, this supports us to  open ourselves to joy and love. This retreat is an invitation to slow down, listen, and restore.

Through the practices of Kundalini yoga, meditation, mantra, and sacred singing, we’ll reconnect to the wellspring of our inner wisdom.

With the grounding beauty of Atonka’s tea ceremonies and the power of women’s rituals, you’ll learn to create spaces of devotion in your daily life...spaces that nurture your body, center your emotions, and awaken your feminine power.

Led by Pauline from Shakti School and Atonka from Nama-stay Retreat Village, this retreat blends ancient traditions with simple, accessible practices designed to meet you where you are. Together, we’ll create a sanctuary for healing, self-discovery, and community, offering you the tools to navigate your life with more presence and ease.

If you’re longing to feel more connected to yourself, to other women, and to the power of devotion in your life; this retreat is for you. Let this be a sacred pause, a time to reclaim your vitality and remember the beauty of who you are.

“Slowing down isn’t a luxury; it’s a necessity. In the stillness, we find our vitality, our clarity, and our deepest truths.”

 

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Step away from the noise and distractions, and come together in the sacred stillness of Zion, Utah. Join us to honor our strength, grace, and vitality through the art of ritual and devotion.

 

4 Days & 4 Nights in Zion, Utah USA

 

Deepen Your Devotional Practice

Through Kundalini yoga, mantra, and sacred singing and tea ceremonies, you’ll explore new layers of devotion and uncover subtle shifts that bring more clarity, ease, and depth to your daily life.

Restore Your Energy & Focus

Through guided practices like tea ceremonies, breathwork, and meditation, you’ll learn how to create restorative pauses in your day-to-day life. These moments of stillness can help you feel more present and connected to what truly matters.

Nourish Yourself in Community

Step into a sacred space of connection with like-minded women. Together, we’ll create a supportive circle for exploration, reflection, and growth, reminding you of the beauty and power of walking this path in community.

Dive into the practices of Kundalini Yoga for Women, Ritual & Tea Ceremonies

This Retreat is For You...

This retreat is for women ready to pause, reflect, and reconnect with themselves. If you’re craving balance, clarity, and tools to nourish your daily life, this is for you. It’s an invitation for those who want to deepen their practice, restore their energy, and feel more grounded. Whether you’re seeking community, renewal, or simply a moment to breathe, this space is yours to step into.

Retreat Includes:

  • 4 Days & 4 Nights in Nama-stay Retreat Center in Springdale, Zion, UT
  • 2 Nutritious Vegetarian Meals Per Day
  • Daily Guided Walks, Kundalini Yoga, Mantra, Meditation, Live Music, Women's Work & Song Circles
  • 3 Tea Ceremonies with Atonka
  • 1 Mantra Writing Workshop

 

Hosted by the beautiful Nama-Stay retreat center in Zion, Utah USA. At Nama-Stay property you are in “downtown” Springdale Utah, 5 minutes from the Zion National Park south entrance, shuttle buses, grocery stores, restaurants, galleries, and an array of outdoor adventure activities. And yet, you are far enough from the road to have a sound, silent sleep.

 

This space is a journey and a destination. A place of LOVE with rich, wide-open views. 

 Thoughtfully designed to be in harmony with nature, surrounded by the beauty of Zion National Park in Springdale, Utah. This beautiful property gives you the comfort of a true sanctuary space.

 

 

 

 

The Nama-Stay property includes: The Nama-Stay Vacation House, 3 Nama-Stay Suites, and 8 Nama-Stay Cabins. All buildings are spaciously held within 2 acres of land that were once beneath an ancient ocean before human habitation.

 

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Nama-Stay House

With 3 bedrooms and 2 1/2 half bath, and a central living room area, Nama-Stay Retreat House offers a spacious living with an exclusive patio.

  • 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths
  • Courtyard and Outdoor Patio
  • Full equipped Kitchen
  • WiFi and Ethernet
  • Large Common Areas
  • 8 ft tall Windows with Zion Canyon Mountain Views
  • Bed Linens Provided
 
NAMA-STAY HOUSE

King Bed in Private Room

Reserve 1 King bed in a Solo Occupancy room & Shared Bathroom

$3,997 $2,997

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NAMA-STAY HOUSE

Queen Bed in Shared Room

Reserve 1 Queen bed in a room with 2 Queens & Private Bathroom

$3,597 $2,597

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NAMA-STAY HOUSE

Single Bed in Shared Room

Reserve 1 Twin bed in a room with 2 Twins & Shared Bathroom

$3,397 $2,397

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Nama-Stay Suites

With a beautiful spacious simple zen interior, the high wooden ceiling of these suites invite you to let your thoughts go and truly relax. Each Suite has a luxurious shower in a private bath, kitchenette with microwave, coffee maker, french press, and a 17 cubic foot refrigerator.

  • Ensuite Bathroom
  • Private Outdoor Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • WiFi and Ethernet
  • Bed Linens Provided
 
PRIVATE SUITE

King Bed in Private Suite

Reserve Private Solo Occupancy Suite with King Bed & Private Bathroom

$4,197 $3,197

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SHARED SUITE

King Bed in Shared Suite

Reserve 1 King Bed on the Groundfloor of a Shared Suite with Ensuite Bathroom. (Shared with 2 Queen Beds in Loft)

$3,797 $2,797

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SHARED SUITE

Queen Bed in Shared Suite

Reserve 1 Queen Bed in the Loft of a Shared Suite with Ensuite Bathroom. (Shared with a second Queen Bed in Loft & King Bed on Groundfloor)

$3,597 $2,597

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Nama-stay Cabins

With a beautiful spacious simple zen interior, the high wooden ceiling invites you to let your thoughts go and truly relax. Each Cabin has a private shower room, private restroom, mini fridge, a cozy porch for enjoying the views!

  • Private Bathroom
  • Cozy Porch
  • Mini Fridge
  • WiFi and Ethernet
  • Bed Linens Provided
 
PRIVATE CABIN

Queen Bed in Private Cabin

Reserve Private Solo Occupancy Cabin with Queen Bed & Private Bathroom

$3,797 $2,797

PAY IN FULL
SHARED CABIN

Twin Bed in Shared Cabin

Reserve 1 Twin Bed in a Cabin with 2 Twins & Private Bathroom

$3,397 $2,397

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What's Included

Included in the above reservation costs:

  • 1 bed at Nama-Stay Village for 4 nights
  • 2 Nutritious Vegetarian Meals per Day (protein option)
  • Daily Kundalini Yoga, Mantra, Meditation, Tea Ceremonies

NOT included in the above reservation costs:

  • Travel to Zion, Utah
  • Additional food & beverages outside of retreat meals
  • Add-on excursions or park entry fee

 

Travel Details

Arrival Airport & Shuttle

The closest airports to Zion Canyon are Saint George Municipal Airport (SGU) serviced by Skywest, Delta, and United (SGU), 1 hour south, and McCarran International Airport (LAS), 2.5 hours south.

Saint George Shuttle runs daily from Las Vegas to Saint George, UT, and Red Rock Shuttle (435-635-9104) or Zion Guru can pick you up in Saint George and transport to Nama-Stay. Saint George Express offers daily transport from Las Vegas to Zion Canyon with one change over. We have found it is best to call them directly for that reservation.

Rental cars are available at either airport. April through October, the Free Zion Canyon Shuttle, operating in Zion Canyon and Springdale, is excellent for basic transportation through town or into Zion Canyon for many of the Park’s most famous hikes.

Trip Insurance

Even if you think you could never, ever imagine canceling your participation in this amazing retreat, we recommend that you purchase a cancellation/travel insurance policy to protect your investment. >>insuremytrip.com is a company that has a multitude of policies to choose from, including a “cancel for any reason” rider option.

 

Payment Information

Deposit Notes: Please specify your desired room after checkout. If you make a deposit for a room that is not longer available, you will have the option of choosing another room or receive a refund of your deposit, minus a $17 processing fee.

Payment Plans: After completing your deposit, please email us at audri@shaktischool to confirm with room you would like to reserve. Please note, all payments must be complete by March 30th, 2025

Refunds & Cancellations: Our cancellation policy is strict and firm. 50% of your deposit is non-transferrable & non-refundable. If you cancel prior to March 1, 2025, you will forfeit 50% of your deposit. 

Please do not make any travel arrangements before receiving confirmation of registration.

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About Your Guides

Pauline Drossart

Pauline is a mystic, mother, and artist whose journey into consciousness began with profound loss, which ultimately led her to a path of transformation and healing. After experiencing the deep grief of losing both her mother and grandmother at an early age, she spent two decades in addiction before finding her way to spiritual awakening.

Moving from London to Los Angeles, Pauline discovered a powerful path of self-healing and sobriety, immersing herself in ancient wisdom teachings that would guide her for the next 20 years.

In honoring her lineage, Pauline founded the Shakti School, a sacred space that empowers women to embrace their strength, wisdom, and leadership. Through circle-style gatherings, she creates a space for women to deepen their connection to themselves and each other.

Alongside her husband, Akah, she co-founded Aykanna, a musical duo celebrated for their soul-stirring music. Through their music, Pauline shares the transformative power of sound, healing, and connection with audiences worldwide.

Now living in Costa Rica with her husband and daughter Sahej-Rose, Pauline continues to serve and share the creativity that moves her.

Listen to Pauline's music with Aykanna here!

 

 

Atonka

A Qigong and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) master, Atonka’s teachings are rooted in the ancient practices that harmonize the body, mind, & spirit. Her work emphasizes the importance of self-awareness & self-regulation, guiding students to harness their energy for balance, vitality, & spiritual growth.

Central to her approach is the recognition of the womb as an energetic center of creation and intuition, where cultivating warmth and harmony fosters clarity of mind, emotional stability, and a deeper connection to the spirit. 

Atonka’s teachings also incorporate the ancient framework of the five elements (wood, fire, earth, metal, water) and their seasonal significance, encouraging students to nurture these energies in daily life. Through her insights and guidance, students are invited to explore their unique energetic patterns, embrace practices that restore balance, and cultivate a deeper understanding of the soul’s journey and its interaction with the physical form.

Her unique approach will empower you to integrate these practices into your circles and personal life, fostering a deeper connection to your inner healing potential. 

FAQ's

Q: Is yoga experience necessary?

A: Yes, you will want to have at least begun a practice of yoga. However, the yoga we teach, while challenging to each individual, will be accessible to practitioners at every level.

Q: What time should I plan to arrive/leave the retreat?

The retreat program will begin in the evening on Friday, May 8th  around 6pm MST. Ideally you would arrive at the retreat center around 4pm MST to get settled, but feel free to arrive at any point during the day.

The retreat program will end on Monday, May 12th at 10am MST, so you can book your flight  anytime after 2pm CST, but if you need to leave earlier in the day for your flight, feel free to book what works for you 

Q: Can I bring a partner or friend?

A: Absolutely! If you have a partner who is a woman or you have a friend who wants to join, yes! Sharing this transformational week with someone close to you is such a gift.

Q: What is included in the price?

A:  A shared luxury room or a single luxury room. Your accommodations at Nama-Stay, all of your meals (with ample vegan and GF options or added protein) and full program. 

Q: What is not included in this price?

A: Flights, Shuttle to and from airport to center. Massages or treatments, park entry fees.  

Q: Does the center have Wi-Fi?

A: Nama-Stay provides complimentary WiFi  for those who need to stay "connected" during their retreat.

Q: What should I bring?

A: Yoga clothing & hiking clothes. One ceremonial dress. Yoga mats and props are also provided, as are bath towels.

There are no laundry facilities, so we recommend packing accordingly.

Q: Are there places to stay before and after?

A: The area has many wonderful places to stay at all price points. There are budget-friendly hostels, luxury hotels and airbnb recommendations. please contact [email protected]

Q: Where do I fly into? What is the best way to get to Nama-Stay

A:The closest airports to Zion Canyon are Saint George Municipal Airport (SGU) serviced by Skywest, Delta, and United (SGU), 1 hour south, and McCarran International Airport (LAS), 2.5 hours south.

Saint George Shuttle runs daily from Las Vegas to Saint George, UT, and Red Rock Shuttle (435-635-9104) or Zion Guru can pick you up in Saint George and transport to Nama-Stay. Saint George Express offers daily transport from Las Vegas to Zion Canyon with one change over. We have found it is best to call them directly for that reservation.

Rental cars are available at either airport. April through October, the Free Zion Canyon Shuttle, operating in Zion Canyon and Springdale, is excellent for basic transportation through town or into Zion Canyon for many of the Park’s most famous hikes.

Please contact Pauline at [email protected] with any additional questions.

 

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