Phoenix Rising Retreat Yoga Session

About

At Phoenix Rising Retreat & Wellness, it’s time to embrace the power of sisterhood and let your spirit rise with new heights.

Phoenix Rising Retreats & Wellness is a collective dedicated to empowering individuals through transformative experiences that nurture the mind, body, and spirit. With a focus on self-discovery and holistic healing, we create immersive retreats, gatherings, and workshops that inspire growth, connection, and renewal.

We blend somatic wellness practices such as breath work, sound healing, and yoga with the grounding presence of nature, creating a space for profound personal transformation. Guided by the belief in the power of community and sisterhood, we foster meaningful connections that support healing and growth.

From serene overnight retreats to intimate workshops and gatherings, Phoenix Rising offers opportunities to slow down, reconnect, and embrace your true self. With every experience, we provide the tools, space, and support to help you rise into your fullest potential.

At Phoenix Rising, we invite you to step into a world where healing is not just a destination but a journey—a journey of balance, self-love, and awakening.

Read Yael’s Story: Rising From The Ashes

My Journey to Empowering the Feminine. In 2020, my life changed in ways I could never have anticipated. An intense awakening shook me to my core—physically, spiritually, and emotionally. It was a time of profound transformation, one that led me to the darkest corners of my soul. But through the shadows, I discovered the light, and in that light, I found the strength to rise again.

As I navigated my journey toward enlightenment, life tested me in ways that seemed unbearable. I faced a divorce that shattered my sense of stability, mourned the loss of a pregnancy that I had held so close to my heart, and grieved the passing of my soul animals who had been my loyal companions. I found myself entangled in a toxic, narcissistic relationship that eroded my self-worth and endured breakups that left me feeling isolated and vulnerable.

There was even a point where I suffered a nervous breakdown, convinced that I would never find my way back to the surface. But somehow, in the depths of that pain, I found a way to alchemize it into power.

I realized that the very darkness I feared held the key to my rebirth. Through somatic therapy, I learned the importance of pausing, reflecting, and nurturing myself. I turned to plant medicine, seeking wisdom from the earth to heal the wounds that had festered for so long. Retreat after retreat, I delved into my childhood trauma, moving it through my body, releasing it from the grip it had on my spirit. I committed myself fully to understanding the depths of my soul. I refused to show up as the victim any longer.

I chose to rise from the ashes like the phoenix, reborn in my own power. My past is one of struggle—of drug and alcohol addiction, of sex work, of physical and spiritual trauma, of loss and shame. But it was in that crucible of suffering that I found my calling. I realized I was meant to work with women, to bring us together so that we could help each other heal.

Healer, Yael Malkin of Phoenix Rising Retreats

The feminine has been silenced and diminished for far too long, and it’s time to reclaim our voices, our power, and our place in this world. My dedication to self-healing is not just for myself, but for all my sisters. Together, we can elevate the feminine, rising in our strength and unity. We can lead each other home to love, acceptance, and sisterhood. We need each other now more than ever. It’s time to rise in our power, to support and uplift one another, to become the goddesses we were always meant to be. Let us awaken, strengthen, and support the feminine, for the time of our ascension is here.

We are rising. We are powerful. We are one — Yael

Meet Our Facilitators

Yael Malkin

Tiff

Jasmine, Facilitator of Phoenix Rising Retreats
Healer, Yael Malkin of Phoenix Rising Retreats

Jasmine

Tiff, Yoga Instructor of Phoenix Rising Retreats
  • Founder

    In 2020 I’ve experienced an intense awakening that shook me to my core , physically spiritually and emotionally, in the years of that journey I’ve developed learned and mastered modalities that saved my life , helped me rise above my darkness and to even allow for it to teach me and strengthen me as a woman .

    as I went through my enlightenment life threw many hardships in my path , from a divorce to the loss of my pregnancy ,the loss of my soul animals , narcissistic relationship, breakups and even a nervous breakdown.

    I thought I was not going to be able to come back up after grief and loss like this but I alchemized the pain into power and rose above , I’ve realized the power in somatic therapy , in pause and reflection , in self care , I healed with plant medicine ,did many retreats to integrate and heal my childhood trauma and move it through my body .

    I genuinely and truly committed to understand myself deeply and Fully to be able to observe my life to be able to give myself a chance to no longer show up as the victim

    To rise from the ashes like a phoenix

    From a past of drug and alcohol addiction , sex work , physical and special trauma , loss and shame , I realized very quickly I was meant to work with women , bring them together so we can help each other heal

    I was called to share the modalities and awaken , strengthen and support the feminine

    my dedication to self healing with fellow sisters to help elevate the feminine , for far too long the feminine has been dimmed and robbed of its voice , and it’s time to rise up again, claim back our power and lead each other home with love acceptance and sisterhood

    We need each other more than ever ❤️

    It’s time to rise in our power

  • Yoga Insturctor

    Meet our passionate yoga instructor, who has embarked on a transformative journey through yoga and mindfulness to heal and empower herself and others.

    With over 6 years of experience in practicing asana yoga, she discovered a profound connection with herself and a path to regulate her nervous system after facing challenges as a young mother as well as battling a long-standing health issue. Her transformative experiences in Peru and Bali in 2022 marked pivotal moments in her life, where she explored biohacking, yoga retreats, and intensive yoga teacher training. Her dedication to her healing journey not only helped her navigate life's complexities but also enabled her to be a present and healthy parent to each of her children. This journey of self-discovery led her to delve into mental, spiritual, emotional, and physical healing.

    Driven by a passion for healing and growth, she continues to expand her knowledge in many healing practices with special interests in generational trauma, mental health, addictions, neurodiversity, and spirituality.

    Join her in a journey of self-discovery, healing, and empowerment through yoga, mindfulness and harnessing the power of your life force energy.

    Certifications

    • Reiki Master Practitioner

    • 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training

    • 100 hour Meditation Teacher Training

    • 20 hour Yin Yoga continuing education

    • 40 hour Yoga Assisting Intensive training

  • Shamanic Celestial Fire Ceremony

    Jasmine works with the element fire to retrieve parts of ourselves that were left in a timespace of grief or trauma.

    Step into your personal power through drumming, movement, dance and song.

    Bio:

    Jasmine is a Shamanic Practitioner, energy healer, herbalist and modern day medicine woman. Her focus is: Embodiment for personal mastery and somatic release therapy.

    She has facilitated many plant medicine ceremonies and is dedicated to working gently with Mother Nature to help connect us back to our divine roots.

  • “My experience at the revival goddess retreat was nothing short of amazing. It was the perfect combination of deep soul searching shadow work, emotional release and rest and relaxation. Yael has an incredible capacity to make everyone feel welcomed and to open up the space in a way that allows our sisters to feel safe to express, to be felt and to be seen. This weekend filled my heart with an unforgettable feeling of real connection and bonding with sisters, something I have been seeking for many yeats. Thank you Yael for holding space for us and encouraging and inspiring raw unfiltered expression from all of us.”

    — Edina

  • “Yael, thank you for the opportunity to “eat, pray, love… grow & heal". Your vision manifested into a beautiful reality that changed my view on things & opened windows….for me and everyone there this weekend.”

  • “Yael's Goddess Retreat was truly life-changing. For eleven years, I'd carried the weight of a past relationship. With this past partner I carried emotional numbness that had slowly suffocated my spirit. I arrived at the retreat feeling closed off to the world. But something shifted within me as the days unfolded. The gentle guidance of Yael, the shared vulnerability of the other women, and self-care practices - all of it began to chip away at the walls I'd put up around my heart. Through the soulful meditations, the heart-opening rituals, the expressive dance sessions, and the safe space for honest conversation, the anger workshop, I started to reclaim my voice. The tears that flowed, both bitter and sweet, were like a cleansing rain, washing away years of suppressed emotions. I learned to express my anger, sadness, love, all without judgment, allowing them to flow freely through me. I truly discovered my feminine side and how to love me. This retreat wasn't about forgetting the past, but about understanding its impact and then choosing to move forward with a renewed sense of self. I left the retreat feeling lighter, more open, and truly connected to the powerful goddess within me. It was a journey of self-discovery, healing for my wounded soul, and a reminder that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope for a new beginning.”

    — Jennifer

  • “Yael, thank you for the opportunity to “eat, pray, love… grow & heal“ Your vision manifested into a beautiful reality that changed my view on things & opened windows….for me and everyone there this weekend.”

    — Martese

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the retreat?

All communal spaces and amenities

All meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Accommodations (We offer a range of accommodations from private rooms with private baths to shared rooms and shared baths.

Yoga

Meditation

Workshops

Do I have to participate in everything listed on the itinerary?

No! Yoga, meditation, and sound baths are all available to you and included in the cost of the retreat but are not mandatory! This retreat is for you. Choose your own adventure.

Is the Yoga beginner friendly?

Beginner friendly Hatha yoga that focuses on slow movements, breathwork, meditation and asana poses

Can you accommodate food allergies or dietary restrictions or preferences?

We do our best to accommodate all, we do ask that you to share these details with us ahead of time.

What should I bring?

Comfy, weather appropriate clothes, an open mind and a yoga mat.

Can I come late or leave early if the dates don't exactly work for me?

As this is a group retreat, you are encouraged to arrive or depart on the designated arrival/departure days at whatever time works best for your travel schedule. That being said, to get the full experience, late arrivals/departures (other than on designated arrival/departure days) are not recommended.

Is there WiFi and cell service?

Yes, but it may be limited, depending on your service provider. Wifi is available in the common areas and in each room.

I’m camera shy, do I have to be photographed?

No, you do not have to be photographed. Our photographer is the best at capturing you when you’re not even looking and always at your best angle but she is happy to omit you from photos if you prefer.

Can I drink alcohol?

This retreat is intended to be substance free in order to connect with your body, but whatever your preference is, it’s never an issue.

Is this retreat for men or women?

We welcome anyone who is on a journey to reconnect with themselves. Openness, intelligence, kindness, honesty and fun are not gender specific qualities.