Wellness Retreats

Yoga infused nature based retreats that create space to pause, breathe, and connect with what brings you joy.

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Upcoming Retreat

Greenhouse and outdoor hot tub at River Mountain
The greenhouse at River Mountain
The restored 1850s barn turned wellness space at River Mountain
Hammock hideaway in the woods at River Mountain

Sep 27–Oct 1, 2026

Nourish & Reconnect

River Mountain, Pennsylvania

5 days in the beautiful Pennsylvania mountains. Morning & evening yoga, sit spot practice, nature hikes, nourishing community meals & conversations, fire circles after dark with s'mores, and time to write, breathe, and simply explore your way.

We create the itinerary, but you choose the extent of your experience. Participate in all or only a few. We are here to support your journey.

NEW add-on nourishment: book a bodywork session with our massage therapist, Keri Higdon, who brings 25 years of experience and will be available throughout the retreat.

Nourishing U

creates space for you to slow down, tune into what brings you joy, and nourish your nervous system through thoughtfully curated retreats set in beautiful natural places.

No expectations.

No judgement.

Come as you are and be nourished.

Our Philosophy

Pause.

The Mind

In a world that constantly asks us to do more, move faster, and stay always on, Pause is an invitation to step away from the daily routine and create space for yourself. Pausing is an intentional act of self-care. When we give ourselves permission to simply be, we begin to notice what we have been missing: our thoughts, our emotions, our surroundings, and the wisdom within.

At Nourishing U, we create environments that encourage rest, reflection, and mindful presence, as well as curiosity, adventure, and play. Through yoga, meditation, time in nature, and meaningful moments of rest and play, you'll discover that pausing isn't falling behind. It's creating the space needed for healing, clarity, and renewal. When we pause, we open ourselves up to possibility.

Breathe.

The Body

Movement is medicine. Breath is movement. Breath is our most powerful and constant companion. It grounds us in the present moment, calms the nervous system, and reminds us that our center is always just one breath away. Each breath becomes an opportunity to let go of what no longer serves you while creating space for what nourishes you.

Take a moment to feel your breath. Place your hand on your chest and stomach, slowly breathe in. Feel the expansiveness of your breath filling, expanding beyond your hands to all the corners of your body. Slowly release your breath and feel that internal hug. With each breath, feel your aliveness. You are home.

Connect.

The Soul

Connection is one of the most fundamental human needs and one of the first things we sacrifice when life gets full. Connection is an invitation to return home to our own inner wisdom, the authentic voice within that gets dulled beneath the everyday hustle. Through shared adventures, mindful experiences, heartfelt conversation, and immersive time outdoors in beautiful places, our retreats foster genuine connection and lasting community.

Whether you're hiking through breathtaking landscapes, practicing yoga beneath open skies, sharing stories around a table filled with nourishing food, or sitting quietly beside the ocean, each experience is designed to deepen your relationship with yourself and the world around you. Wellness isn't simply practiced during our retreats. It's intertwined into your daily life.

Jill — nurse anesthetist and yoga teacher
Jenn — yoga studio owner and community builder

Who We Are

The Nourishing U duo!

Hi there! We're Jill and Jenn from coastal New Jersey. A nurse anesthetist and a yoga studio owner, two very different life paths toward the same goal: the love for life possibilities. Our life paths have had lots of ups and downs with many twists and turns that over time have altered our connection to ourselves. What we have cultivated through the years is the continued exploration of what brings us joy through different stages of our lives, through new experiences, adventures, and activities that inspire us to embrace ourselves and step outside our comfort zones into a world of possibilities.

It's part of our own self-care, and we want to share what we've learned and discovered along the way with you.

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