Learn the mindful running form and pacing techniques you need to run efficiently and confidently on trails
You don’t have to worry about being the slowest one at this retreat! This four-day women-only mindful running retreat is ideal for those who are either new to running, returning to running after an injury or layoff, or who prefer to run short distances. All of the runs (which are between three and six miles) employ a run-walk approach, so no matter your pace you’ll be able to go at pace that’s comfortable for you. With the support of our professional running guides, you can relax and enjoy the running without having to navigate or worry about logistics.
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treat is ideal for those who are either new to running, returning to running after an injury or layoff, or who prefer to run short distances. Learn the mindful running form and pacing techniques you need to run efficiently and confidently on trails.
Through our practical clinics, informative discussions, mindful movement and free time for quiet contemplation, you’ll develop a valuable set of tools for establishing a consistent, sustainable running practice.
"Words cannot express the exhilaration I felt everyday during my Level 1 Moab retreat. To only focus on being in nature and running is an important experience we all need. I recommend Run Wild to anyone looking to rekindle or build your relationship with running in a mindful and present way."
--Anne R.
"I had the BEST experience with Run Wild Retreats in Moab! Everything was well-organized and scheduled perfectly. The focus on mindfulness and just running by feel truly resonated with me. It was definitely liberating to leave my GPS watch at home. I rediscovered the joy of running!"
--Patty T.
This retreat is Level I. That means it's for you if:
During this retreat, you'll cover approximately 18 - 20 miles total, depending on which options you choose on choose when there are options for shortening a route to suit your needs. Our guides will make changes to run routes as need for your safety and comfort.
Mindful Running is this retreat's defining experience. Your dedicated Retreat Leader will lead you through experiences on and off the trail that are designed to help you discover how to run with more ease and flow. And if you've never run trails before, you'll learn how to adapt your road running technique for this new terrain. And if you're an experienced trail runner, you'll take your running to a whole new level of efficiency and joy. Connect more deeply with nature, yourself and other women through this powerful practice that provides you with skills and insights to maximize the stress-reducing effects of running.
This retreat can be the kind of vacation that truly transforms your state of mind and body, if you're open to it. Our retreats are designed to support you as a whole woman, not just a runner. That means you can expect free time to yourself, away from the group. It means that there are wellness experiences included in your retreat package to support your nervous system reset. This is your chance to heal from the effects of stress and focus on doing the things that energize you, inspire you and feed your soul.
Discover tranquility at Red Cliffs Lodge through morning Sunrise Yoga & Meditation sessions—a blissful hour of relaxation, healing, and wellness amidst the captivating red rocks. Led by expert instructors from Desert Power Yoga Studio in Moab, these sessions are complimentary for lodge guests. Simply book directly with the front desk and embrace the serene morning vibes daily at 7:00 AM.
Elevate your retreat further with Red Cliffs Lodge Massage services, where skilled therapists provide tailored treatments for ultimate relaxation. Choose from a variety of massages, available daily. Book your massage directly through the Spa Booking Link and immerse yourself in a state of complete rejuvenation. Please note that spa services are not included in the retreat package.
Suggested Spa Appointment Times:
Experience exceptional dining at the Red Cliffs Lodge's Cowboy Grill and some of Moab's best restaurants. Most meals are included in your retreat package, and we handpick high-quality restaurants for unforgettable culinary experiences. We make every effort to accommodate your dietary preferences and restrictions. However, there are occasions when we may face limitations. You'll have a chance to indicate your specific dietary requirements in the retreat participant intake form. Please note that alcoholic drinks are excluded, and snacks and beverages outside of meals and trail runs are not included.
Moab, UT, USA 
If you are flying, Moab, Utah is best reached by a number of airports, such as Salt Lake City, Grand Junction, Colorado or even the regional Canyonlands Airport. After you register for this retreat, you will see detailed trip planning information including airport shuttle and ride-share options in the "To Do List" section of your TripPage. Please note that the retreat is at Red Cliffs Lodge, which is 14 miles outside of the town of Moab. 
Our program begins at 2:00 pm at Red Cliffs Lodge. After checking in and settling into your room, we’ll have an official welcome meeting, during which your retreat leader will review what’s in store for the upcoming days and answer your questions. After the meeting, we’ll carpool (kindly asking for volunteers) to a nearby trail for our first group run.
We begin the day with breakfast at the lodge, then drive to the Dino Trail. Discover the ease of managing your effort level with this simple technique during today’s scenic and rewarding trail run that takes us along a scenic loop trail featuring “slickrock” (which is actually grippy sandstone) and vast desert views.
Included with your retreat package is a 75-minute stretching and lengthening yoga class designed specifically for runners. You don't need any yoga experience at all to get the most from this relaxing sequence of poses designed to support post-run recovery and healing. You'll finish this class feeling limber and open! After class, we will walk to a nearby restaurant for dinner. 
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After breakfast at the lodge, our guides will drive us to a local trailhead at the Navajo Rocks Trails. After an easy warm-up section of trail, we’ll pause for our second Natural Running Form clinic that will give you the tools and tips to run more efficiently. Our run contours along the base of massive red cliff walls on fun, rolling terrain. After about an hour, you have the option to end your run here, or continue another hours (approximately) on an out-and-back section of trail.
Tonight you’re in for a special treat at neighboring Sorrell River Ranch, where we’ll enjoy a three-course farm-to-table check-prepared dinner in a luxurious lodge no the banks of the Colorado River.
After eating breakfast and checking out of our rooms (you can store your luggage in your vehicle or with the front desk), it’s a short drive with our guides to the final out-and-back trail run that is truly a celebration in the simple joy and adventure of running for our own health and happiness.
