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Explore the Healing Power of Yosemite

Yosemite’s premier health & wellness organization offering nature retreats, guided adventures, community classes, and yoga teacher trainings since 2000.

What is Balanced Rock?

We’re Yosemite’s leading health and wellness nonprofit organization, offering transformational programs, retreats, and guided experiences since 2000. Located in one of the world’s most celebrated and sacred places, Yosemite National Park, we inspire healing and wellness through yoga, hiking, Ayurveda, creative expression, and community.

Meet us on the path where Yosemite’s awe and beauty meets your wild and curious spirit!

  • Our Mission

    To inspire health and well-being through deep connection to nature & spirit.

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  • Our Vision

    To hold space for healing, self-reflection, joy, and community while delighting in the magic of the natural world. Help us support that vision!

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Start Your Healing Journey

  • Choose Your Adventure

    Uncover the magic and mystery inside Yosemite National Park with a personalized guided adventure tour.

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  • Relax & Replenish

    Enjoy a peaceful and rejuvenating wellness getaway or trek to a high-country view, customized just for you.

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  • Deepen Your Practice

    Join us for a myriad of programs designed to invigorate your wellness practices and enhance your yoga skills both on and off the mat.

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Are you planning a trip to Yosemite National Park this season? Here are some tips to know how to recreate responsibly: 🧠 Be informed about the potential hazards and conditions in the park. Check the Park's website or social media channels for updat
Join us for a special camping weekend this June where we explore… ✨THE AIR ELEMENT✨ Led by @natkendallyoga & @heathsulli June 2-4 in Foresta! 🌬️ This 3-day all-inclusive training presents a unique opportunity for yoga instructors &
Our kids summer camp in Yosemite this July offers an unforgettable experience for children aged 9-13 to connect with nature, learn valuable outdoor skills, and practice yoga and mindfulness! As they explore Yosemite Valley’s stunning wildernes
We’re all smiles because of the EPIC SUMMER LINE-UP OF TRIPS & PROGRAMS FOR 2023!!! 🤩🤩🤩 🎒Summer Solstice Backpack in June with @sarah_sugarlady & @catherine_wortmann (only a few spots left!!!) 🏕️Camp Balanced Rock for kids ages
Community Yoga tonight! 😍 Two chances to practice yoga this evening in community: ⏰ 6pm - 7:15pm 📍El Portal Community Hall with @kyra.kathleen -&- 📍The Redwoods in Wawona with @breezyatlarge Classes lately have been packed and we&rsquo
What past participants have said about our Women of Color trip…👀 ✨”This was the greatest weekend of my twenties thus far! I was challenged, loved, and supported!” ✨”This was a life-changing and empowering trip—to be
Exciting news! 🚨 Today one of our favorite orgs we partner with @yosemiteclimbingassociation is launching their online auction for the annual Yosemite Facelift! 🥳 They’re also hosting an in-person fundraiser in South Lake Tahoe on June 4th
We had a wonderful time at the Mariposa Butterfly Festival! 🦋 We met a ton of great people and had the chance to share our upcoming and ongoing programs for both locals & visitors alike. Highlight of the weekend was our very own @klarabaena of
🌟INSTRUCTOR SPOTLIGHT🌟 We’re super excited to share our 2023 Women of Color Trip Leader Paola Arboleda! 🥰 @p__a__0 joins us as a gifted yoga instructor and wilderness guide. Join her for our Women of Color Camp-Out this July! 🦋About Paol

Balanced Rock Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3). Copyright 2022 Balanced Rock Foundation.

Header Photo Credit: Fred Pompermayer