Sacred Earth
yoga retreat
3 - 5 july 2026
Grounded Roots, Utrecht
Leave the city's rush behind and slow down for three days at Grounded Roots, near Maarn on the Utrechtse Heuvelrug, surrounded by forest. I very much look forward to welcoming you at the Sacred Earth yoga retreat where we will gather with an intimate group of women. Bhūmi, the earth element, is the theme of this weekend: a gentle invitation to soften, slow down and root yourself midway through the year. The grounding yoga practices will open space and insight for what truly wants to grow.
Each day begins with a wake up flow to start the day, followed by practices and rituals that helps you ground (silent walk, making a vision board, field trip into the forest) and reconnect with your inner nature. Next to that there is plenty of time to relax at the pool, read a book or enjoy a sauna session. Expect nourishing, seasonal food and rituals that support rest and reflection. Sessions are suitable for all levels, so come as you are with an open heart and a curiosity to listen and connect 🌻.
A weekend in nature
Experience connection & inner calm
〰️ You want to immerse yourself in the healing energies of nature and experience the principles of slow living in the beautiful surroundings of Grounded Roots.
〰️ You want to deepen your yoga with sessions that restore energy and cultivate a grounded connection to your body.
〰️ You want to begin the summer season with a clear mind, balance the vibrant summer energy and tune into how to channel it intentionally in your life.
〰️ You want to treat yourself to three days of nourishing, delicious meals lovingly prepared by our private chef, with a focus on plant-based ingredients that make you glow.
This retreat is for you if…
About Esther
I feel my dharma is to bring people together and cultivate connection, leading retreats comes from my heart and I do it with so much joy and love. I’m an adventurous bon vivant who moves through life with enthusiasm and brings that energy to the mat. Inspired by Shiva Rea, I use the cycles of nature to deepen self-connection. In seven years of teaching I invite you to feel your life force energy by moving with the elements. As a mentor in the 200-hour yoga training at De Nieuwe Yogaschool I share knowledge and wonder while remaining an eternal student.
For me, bhūmi the earth element is a living teacher: its steady presence mirrors my own inner landscape and anchors me in truth. Surrounded by the forest I feel a deep connection to myself; the earth’s rhythm restores and heals, inviting me to slow down. A grounding practice opens space and insight for what truly wants to grow. My intention for this retreat is to help you connect with your roots so you leave feeling grounded, renewed and guided to move forward with calm and presence.
Friday
✿ 14:00 arrival with tea & cake
✿ 16:30 welcome circle
✿ 18:00 grounding dinner
✿ 19:30 lunar flow & yin
Saturday
✿ 8:30 wake up earth flow
✿ 9:45 breakfast
✿ 11:30 field trip
✿ 13:00 lunch
✿ 15:30 vision board workshop
✿ 18:15 dinner
✿ 20:00 embodied yin flow
Sunday
✿ 8:30 silent walk
✿ 9:15 wake up earth flow
✿ 11:00 yummy brunch
✿ 13:00 cacao ceremony + mantra's
✿ 14.30 goodbye hugs
*there is also plenty of time to relax, lie by the pool and use the sauna.
The journey 🌼
Prices & Rooms
✽ (SOLD OUT) Double room (shared): €595 per person
✽ (1 spot left) Quadruple room (shared): €535 per person
✽ (1 glamping left, 2 spots) Double glamping tent (shared): €555 per person
• All bath and body products provided are from Marie Stella Maris
• All tents include electricity, heating (electric blanket and very comfortable beds)
• A welcome goodie package awaits in every room/glamping
Would you like to join?
Email retreat.sacredearth@gmail.com and tell us which room you would like to book. After confirmation, a deposit of €250 is required. The remaining balance must be paid four weeks before the retreat starts.
Get in touch!
I would love to meet you and discuss whether this retreat is right for you. Email me and I will get back to you as soon as possible.
Transport to the venue
We help participants who want to get in touch with each other to arrange carpooling. We will communicate about this in time and discuss further details.
