Autumn Som∂lchemy Movement Weekend
We plan our weekend around moving, grooving and grub with plenty of freedom to move at your own pace – choosing what feels right for you. This presents an opportunity to connect to your natural rhythms by integrating with the world around us via the senses, expression and creativity. This gathering is an occasion for movement and stillness, exploration and connection. Riffing off our theme last year – "the sweetness of doing nothing" – you can, once again, give yourself this rest and prepare for the coming winter, the slowing down. In a world which celebrates and rewards production and consumption use this time to 'do nothing', it's sweet and rebellious! Rest and play are necessary, nourishing components in our lives.
Learn more about the retreat center that hosts us, Vista Verde Retreat Center (in Carson, NM west of Taos) and prepare for a great weekend of community with dancing, eating, exploring and contemplating.
One of the great views from Vista Verde towards Taos, NM.
How does registration work?
✤ Step 1: Check out the Vista Verde website to orient yourself to the lodging options.
✤ Step 2: Secure your choice of lodging by registering and paying the deposit (non-refundable after 9/1/25). We cannot secure lodging preferences for registrations made without the $50.00 deposit.
✤ Step 3: Put it on your calendar and anticipate a great weekend!
Retreat Package
$400 Early bird | $450 after July 31, 2025
Included in the Registration Fee:
5 Som∂lchemy Movement Experiences (75min-90min.)
Brunch and dinner each day. (Light meal on arrival evening)
Dance Party/Other activity
Cleaning and Facility Fees
Lodging is separate and ranges in price from $120 – $200/night, excluding tax.
Program Agenda Timing
Arrive by 6:00pm October 16th for informal gathering and exploration. The program begins Friday morning and closes Sunday morning. Departures are required by 12:00pm Sunday.
Payment and Cancellation Policy
Your total investment depends on your lodging choice ($120-$200/night).
A $50.00 – refundable until 9/1/25 – deposit is required to secure your lodging request.
Final payment is due by Friday, September 26th and non-refundable after, October 6, 2025.
Organizer will refund 50% of your invoice up to 15 days prior to arrival.
Stay Well
We strongly recommend using mitigation measures against any and all infectious illness in the 7–10 days prior to the retreat. If you become ill after the cancellation date I will apply your payment and/or deposit towards a future retreat, workshops or Som∂lchemy classes at Sway or on Zoom. Paid registrations also may be transferred or gifted.
What to Bring
Snacks or other items if you require nourishment beyond the provided three meals/day.
BYOB. (There is a kitchen/fridge for guests in both the Main and Ranch Houses)
Clothing for moving and sweating as well as for being outside in fall weather: layers. And, walking or hiking shoes.
Journal, writing implements, art supplies.
Flashlight/headlamp, swimsuit, towel.
About Vista Verde
Vista Verde Retreat sits on 40 acres of land on the west edge of the Taos Gorge surrounded by juniper and piñon trees. There is a beautiful sprung wood dance floor for our movement classes and lots of space to be outdoors, with two hiking trails looping through the natural surroundings, a ceremonial sand circle, an outdoor fire pit and labyrinth. With no television or cell service you can’t help but disconnect and plug into natural time (though, if absolutely necessary a landline and WiFi are available). Nearby, there are a variety of unique day trips and activities: from Taos gallery touring and the Taos Pueblo to viewing the Rio Grande Gorge or the Earthship Biotecture. A short 25 minute drive takes you to the famous Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs where you can soak in the healing mineral waters of northern New Mexico. Hiking and walking trails abound.