I will attempt to find the words to describe what an amazing experience I had with Suzanne during my week with Yoga Bloom Wellness in Carlsbad, CA. I had recently completed my yoga teacher training and this retreat deepened my practice and understanding of the yogic life that I know will help me to be a much better guide to my students as I build my career. During my solo retreat, I was introduced to skills and disciplines that I had not had the pleasure of experiencing. Suzanne lead me through a Hatha yoga practice and helped me to work toward overcoming my difficulty with inversions and pushed me to improve my alignment and to find my edge. In addition, I was exposed to a Sound Healing session, Kundalini and a combination of Kundalini and Vinyasa Flow. We went hiking along the gorgeous coast, did yoga in the park and Suzanne lead me in a beautiful guided meditation on the beach.

The accommodations were relaxing and quite comfortable. The outdoor living area and outdoor shower were perfect for the quintessential Southern California experience. Suzanne made sure that there was healthy food, a peaceful atmosphere and gave me exactly what I was hoping for when I set out to find a solo yoga retreat. I will definitely be back for another retreat with Suzanne!

Rusty Mccarver

The week was exactly what I had hoped for and needed. I am going through some significant life changes and needed a week to "re-center", not check out so to speak. We worked our way through the MBSR course which will be life changing in so many ways as I continue to utilize the tools and skills gained into every day life and, of course, dealing with stressful situations. I truly believe everyone would benefit from this course. I was able to experience many different disciplines of yoga, significantly brooding my horizons and awareness. The most rewarding aspect of the experience was Suzanne's intuition how best to communicate on an individual level. Most of our discussions took place during afternoon hikes in some of the most amazing surroundings along the San Diego coast. I was also able to experience visual and sound healing, as well, as making significant progress on my meditation skills. The food was amazing, healthy and prepared with care. I can’t imagine accomplishing more in a week of wellness, mindfulness and yoga immersion. l will forever be grateful and plan on returning to pick up where we left off.

Ali Rhoades

I initially booked the yoga/paddle board retreat at Casa De Chinquapin in early May, because I was unhappy at work and in life. I needed something to help guide me through this time in my life. Then I got layed off and that of course changed everything. It was truly a blessing in disguise. I was so happy I had booked the retreat. To sum up the week up... I would say it was nothing I expected and everything I needed. I had a wonderfully relaxing, spiritual, meditating and fun week. Suzanne was a wonderful host and very accommodating. I would totally recommend this retreat for anyone who may be struggling with something in their life, needs a break from reality or just wants to relax and have fun.

Trish Wilkinson

I've been on a couple of yoga retreats because I find them relaxing and rejuvenating, but Yoga Bloom Wellness puts on a retreat that is several tiers above the rest! Sure, the yoga sessions left me feeling loose and peaceful, the accommodations were comfortable, and the food was delicious. But the weekend is a whole experience of rising as a human in gratitude and acceptance as well as physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. Every day incorporates a beautiful hike (adaptable to whatever your comfort level) and/or a field trip to do something fun and interesting, nightly meditation with a "sound garden" (pure heaven), and lovely, honest conversations as a group as well as individually with other participants. I could go on and on. Yoga Bloom Wellness retreats get five stars in my book for so many reasons!

Rhonda Clayton

I attended two retreats with Suzanne last year in Sedona and San Diego, both were wonderful experiences. Suzanne makes you feel seen and heard. There were many growth experiences for me along with nurturing from the new people I met. I would highly recommend checking out what Suzanne is offering I think you’ll find it an amazing experience.

Carmel Baronoff

Suzanne is very knowledgeable, the experience was amazing and I highly recommend it, I can’t wait to go to Sedona, one of the most beautiful places on the planet.