A summer retreat in the Rocky Mountains designed to bring people together in community, nourish the heart, and breathe in miracles.
Set on 20 acres of sacred land in Paonia, Colorado, this retreat takes place in a house surrounded by the beauty of the North Fork Valley. Expect flower fields, orchards, mountain streams, vineyards, and sweeping views that create a deeply grounding natural setting.
Daily Schedule (subject to change): Denise follows intuitive guidance, so the rhythm may shift slightly depending on the collective energy. The program is structured, yet spacious and fluid.
Friday, May 22:
Saturday, May 23:
Sunday, May 24:
Monday, May 25:
What's Included:
Energy Exchange: $999
What's not Included:
What is Breathwork?
Breathwork is an active meditation that uses the breath to help release emotional residue from the body and nervous system. It can support a greater sense of inner safety, open the heart, and interrupt patterns of depression or anxiety. As a self-healing practice, it offers an effective and powerful way to emotionally detox. There are many forms of breathwork; this approach was learned from David Elliott, who describes it as active meditation or pranayama breath for spiritual, physical, mental, and emotional healing.
What are the benefits of Breathwork?
The benefits are wide-ranging and can include releasing anger, shame, grief, sadness, guilt, fear, doubt, betrayal, anxiety, limiting beliefs, conditioning, trauma, and physical, mental, emotional abuse from the body and emotional system. Because the body holds what the mind may have forgotten or suppressed, the breath can move beyond thought and allow the nervous system to process and clear what has been stored, opening pathways for ease and connection.
This practice offers a deep exploration of your essential self, helping dissolve limiting beliefs and past trauma while inviting self-love, acceptance, intuition, creativity, freedom, and peace. It may also help regulate the nervous system and inspire action when you feel stuck or depressed. By bringing spirit and body into greater alignment, it can create clarity and help you “connect the dots.” As emotions are processed, physical healing may unfold more naturally, and self-love, gratitude, creativity, clarity, and peace can become more accessible.
Stephen Roehler (Host)
Stephen is a breathwork facilitator, feng shui consultant, and amateur farmer. Originally from Southern California and a New York City resident for more than 15 years, he now splits his time between Philadelphia and his small farm in Paonia, Colorado with his partner, Mike.
In 2018, Stephen fell deeply in love with breathwork, an experience that changed his life profoundly. He trained with master teachers Erin Telford and David Elliott, completing Breathwork Healer Training Levels 1-5.
Mike Reid (Host / Chef)
Mike and his husband Stephen will welcome guests at their beautiful home. As chef extraordinaire, Mike will prepare the retreat’s delicious vegetarian meals.
Denise Cooper Retreat Guide
Over the past 20 years, Denise has trained and earned certifications as a Medicine Woman/Shamanic Practitioner, Reiki Master, Life Coach, and Breathwork Healer, with additional intensives in yoga, meditation, and fasting. She also holds a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology.
Denise has a deep love for the Earth and a devoted commitment to the evolution and healing of humanity. She shares Earth-honoring teachings and invites others to remember our kinship with Nature.
CeSar EreT Retreat Guide
Cesar earned a Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering in the Netherlands in 2005, but chose to leave that path to follow the calling of his soul. Born and raised in Venezuela, he has walked a medicine path since December 28, 2007.
He studied with Taitas deep in the Colombian Putumayo jungle and spent 7 years learning with the Yanacona Tribe under the guidance of Taita Jose Silva, who prepared him in their sacred traditions. Cesar later studied with the Shipibo tribe, taking part in dietas and other shamanic practices that expanded his experience and understanding, especially in the safe and respectful conduction of Ayahuasca ceremonies. He uses voice and guitar to channel the healing vibrations of Ayahuasca, and his open heart, humor, and kindness help people feel at ease.
May 22-25, 2027
4 day event
Daily Schedule:
Denise Cooper
Stephen is a breathwork facilitator, feng shui consultant, and amateur farmer whose work is shaped by a deep appreciation for balance, transformation, and intentional living. Originally from Southern California, he spent more than 15 years in New York City before dividing his time between Philadelphia and a small farm in Paonia, Colorado, with his partner, Mike. His path into breathwork began...
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Guests will be welcomed into the beautiful home of Mike and his husband, Stephen, where the atmosphere is warm, relaxed, and thoughtfully prepared for a memorable stay. With Mike as your host, every detail is shaped by genuine hospitality and care. Known as a Chef Extraordinaire, Mike will be creating delicious vegetarian meals throughout the experience. His cooking brings together flavor,...
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About Cesar Eret Cesar completed a Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering in the Netherlands in 2005, but ultimately chose to leave that path in order to follow the calling of his soul. Originally from Venezuela, he has been walking the medicine path since December 28, 2007. His studies began with the Taitas in the remote Colombian Putumayo jungle. Taita José Eliezer Silva and...
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Price
$999.00