Catalina Island Retreats
A thoughtfully curated group escape just 75–90 minutes from Southern California.
Designed for the person who always ends up planning everything. This time, you get to relax too.
You don’t need an international retreat for it to feel like a reset.
International retreats are beautiful, but sometimes you want an escape without taking a full week off, coordinating a huge trip, or carrying the stress of planning every detail yourself.
That is where Catalina Island comes in.
Just 75 to 90 minutes from the Southern California mainland, it offers the feeling of getting away while staying surprisingly close to home. Soul Fulfilling Yoga helps turn that island escape into something intentional, restorative, and easier to enjoy — especially for the person who usually ends up organizing the whole trip.
From private group workshops to mini retreat excursions to fully customized White Glove retreat experiences, we help create the kind of getaway your group will remember, without leaving all the work on your shoulders.
Catalina Island Retreats
From a simple group workshop to a fully handled island escape, these experiences are designed to make planning easier and the getaway more memorable.
Private Group Workshop
A quick, meaningful 90-120 minute reset for your group.
Mini Retreat Wellness Excursion
A half-day experience with more support and more intention.
The White Glove Experience
A fully curated 3-day getaway with the details handled for you.
Why Catalina Feels Like a Real Getaway
There is something magical about stepping off the ferry and into a place that naturally slows you down.
Catalina quiets the noise, invites more play, and makes it easier to shift into a different rhythm. The ocean air, the sound of the waves, the open space, and the slower pace of island life help your body begin to soften almost immediately.
That is what makes wellness experiences here different. You get the feeling of a true escape without the time, distance, and planning pressure of a much bigger trip.
• Just 75 minutes from Long Beach, CA
• Feels like a true getaway without major travel stress
• Ideal for destination gatherings
• Nature, stillness, and ocean air are built into the experience
What Your Experience Can Include
Each Catalina experience can be tailored to your group’s needs, pace, and planning level.
Included Wellness Elements
- Private yoga sessions
- Guided meditation or breathwork
- Scenic outdoor practice locations
- Group wellness excursions
Planning Made Easier
- Custom itinerary support
- Retreat logistics coordination
- Local insight for a smoother island experience
For Retreat Hosts & Group Leaders
- Optional support for hosted group leaders
Planning for your own group or bringing one here?
Whether you need a fully handled group getaway or a meaningful wellness add-on, these experiences are designed to make planning easier and the trip more memorable.
For Private Organized Groups
Planning a bachelorette weekend, friend getaway, celebration, or restorative group trip? We can help you create a meaningful Catalina experience without leaving all the planning on your shoulders.
For Yoga Teachers & Wellness Leaders
Bringing your own group to Catalina? We can support the local logistics, wellness excursions, and custom planning behind the scenes so you can stay focused on leading your people.
Locally Rooted.
Thoughtfully Led.
Designed for Meaningful Experiences.
Soul Fulfilling Yoga offers Catalina Island wellness experiences for visitors, private groups, retreat leaders, and locals who want something more intentional than a generic activity on the itinerary.
Led by Mary Bentdahl, Soul Fulfilling Yoga blends grounded yoga instruction, local island knowledge, and thoughtful experience design to create offerings that feel restorative, memorable, and easy to enjoy.
From private workshops to curated retreat support, each experience is designed to help groups connect more deeply with the island, with each other, and with themselves — while making the planning process feel easier for the person organizing it all.
Catalina Island local resident for over 7 years
Private group and retreat-focused experiences
10+ years of wellness facilitation and logistics support
What our customers say
Client reviews from Catalina wellness experiences and group retreats
Mary made everything feel easy and well organized. Our Catalina Island experience felt personal, thoughtful, and so much more relaxing because of her.
- Sarah J.
I wish we had found Mary before our last trip to Catalina. She made our group getaway smoother, easier, and way more relaxing.
- Michelle C.
Mary creates thoughtful Catalina wellness experiences that feel organized, personal, and genuinely memorable from start to finish.
- Kristine, Group Leader
FAQ Section: Everything You Might Want to Know Before You Book
What kinds of wellness experiences do you offer on Catalina Island?
Soul Fulfilling Yoga offers Catalina Island wellness experiences, including private group yoga workshops, mini retreat excursions, and fully customized white-glove retreat support for visitors, retreat leaders, and private groups.
What is the difference between a White Glove Retreat, Mini Retreat, and Private Group Workshop?
The White Glove Retreat is a fully customized, high-touch Catalina wellness getaway. The Mini Retreat is a 3 to 4 hour private wellness excursion. The Private Group Workshop is a shorter 90 to 120 minute reset experience.
Who are these Catalina wellness experiences best for?
These experiences are ideal for bachelorette groups, friend trips, retreat guests, yoga teachers bringing groups, wellness leaders, corporate gatherings, and locals looking for a private group experience on Catalina Island.
Can yoga teachers or retreat leaders bring their own groups?
Yes. Soul Fulfilling Yoga offers local support for yoga teachers, retreat leaders, and hosts bringing groups to Catalina Island who want help with planning, wellness add-ons, or custom retreat logistics.
Do you only work with yoga retreats?
While yoga can be part of the experience, these Catalina wellness offerings are also designed for private groups, looking for a personalized wellness experience, which can include other activities such as horseback riding, mermaid photoshoots, nature immersion, and so on.
Do I need to stay overnight on Catalina Island to book an experience?
Not always. Some groups book day trips or shorter wellness excursions, while others choose overnight accommodations for a more immersive Catalina Island retreat experience.
Where do the yoga and wellness experiences take place?
Experiences may take place outdoors in scenic Catalina locations or at a private site depending on the group, the experience booked, weather, and logistics.
How do bookings work?
A quote is customized based on your group’s needs and desired experience. A 50% deposit confirms your retreat booking, with the remaining balance due before your scheduled experience.
You can view our cancellation and refund policy before booking.
How far is Catalina Island from Southern California?
Catalina Island is approximately 75 to 90 minutes by ferry from the Southern California mainland, making it a convenient getaway that still feels far from everyday life.