Strength in Transition Retreat
40-HOUR FALL POWER IMMERSION & TRAINING
Join Lead Teacher Jaime Russell and Yogamour founder Geni Donnelly for a five-day, four-night Power Yoga immersion retreat at River Mountain Retreat Center in the beautiful Allegheny Mountains of Pennsylvania. Located in Everett, PA, about two hours from the Baltimore–Washington area, this retreat offers the perfect opportunity to step away from daily routines and welcome the transition into fall.
As the seasons shift, nature reminds us of the power of transition, resilience, and renewal. This training draws inspiration from those natural rhythms, inviting you to harness the energy of change through powerful movement, focused breath, and intentional practice for both body and mind.
Strength in Transition is designed as an immersive Power Yoga experience to build strength, refine technique, and deepen your understanding of power yoga flow, alignment, and intelligent sequencing. Each day includes dynamic power yoga practices balanced with workshops on anatomy, breathwork, and recovery, supporting both physical vitality and mental clarity.
This immersion is open to anyone who wants to deepen their understanding of power yoga and elevate their personal practice, as well as teachers who wish to refine their teaching, enhance cueing and sequencing, and expand their continuing education.
Participants may also choose to upgrade and receive a 40-hour Yoga Alliance approved Power Yoga training certificate.
Step into The Season. Build Your Fire. Strengthen Your Foundation.
Wednesday, September 16 - Sunday, September 20, 2026
All-Inclusive
4-Days, 3-Nights
All-Inclusive Glamping Pod for One Person - $950, plus taxes and fees
25% Deposit to reserve today - remaining balance charged 30 days before your retreat!
Meet Your Hosts
Geni Donnelly
Geni Donnelly, the visionary behind Yogamour Yoga & Healing Arts Center and Yogamour Studio in Frederick, Maryland, is a beacon of holistic well-being. As a distinguished E-RYT 500® certified instructor and YACEP® approved, she co-founded Yogamour, Inc., now a Social Enterprise. Geni's commitment to healing is evidenced by her status as a registered Prana Vinyasa Flow® yoga teacher and holder of a 500-Hour Advanced Yoga Therapy certification. Her extensive qualifications include Somatic Experiencing Training™, Trauma-Sensitive Yoga for PTSD certification, and Yoga for Cancer (Y4C) Teacher Training. With decades of yoga experience, Geni uplifts survivors of trauma and marginalized communities through public and trauma-sensitive yoga classes. She leads global outreach efforts, facilitating transformative change through yoga fundraising and volunteer retreats in the US, Puerto Rico, and Asia. Geni's passion extends to developing Yogamour's Trauma-Informed Yoga, Social Justice, and Leadership Training Programs, inviting enthusiasts to explore the theory, philosophy, and practical applications of contemplative yoga.
Jaime Russell
Jaime Russell began her transformative yoga journey in 2007 after her father was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes. What started as a supportive visit to a YMCA yoga class quickly became a life-changing path. Through that experience, Jaime discovered not only the healing power of yoga, but her calling to serve and uplift others.
She soon joined the volunteer team at Sol Yoga in downtown Frederick, where she devoted eight years to learning the business and heart of yoga from the inside out. In 2016, Jaime completed her 200-hour foundational teacher training at Sol Yoga, deepening both her practice and leadership. She continued her education with a Power Yoga Teacher Training under Patty Ivey in 2017 and completed Baptiste Power Teacher Training in 2019 in Lancaster, PA.
Now the Lead Teacher at Yogamour, Jaime is known for her compassionate heart, strong leadership, and unwavering dedication to community. She manages the studio, leads five classes each week, and serves as a Power Yoga Teacher Trainer for Frederick’s premier yoga studio. Whether teaching, mentoring, or supporting students behind the scenes, Jaime approaches every role with authenticity, service, and love.
Her passion lies in empowering students to discover their strength—physically, mentally, and emotionally. Jaime’s commitment radiates both on and off the mat, inspiring those around her to step fully into their potential.
Wellness with Nature
Resting on 150 acres, River Mountain is bordered by Sweet Root Creek, Warrior Ridge and Tussey Mountain. River Mountain's stunning spaces are designed for reflection, mindfulness, and good vibrations on your self-care journey. Creekside yoga platforms, a restored barn turned wellness space, and the calm of nature make this the ideal destination for peace and wellness.
Located just a few hours from D.C., Baltimore, and Pittsburgh, in the mountains of Pennsylvania, River Mountain is remote yet easy to access.
THE GREENHOUSE
HAMMOCK HIDEAWAY
RESTORED 1850'S BARN
YOGA PLATFORMS
SPRINGS HOT SOAKING TUBS
SWEET ROOT CREEK
FRESH AIR + OPEN SPACE
EXPLORE
HIKE
STARGAZING
HIKE
CAMPFIRES + S'MORES
MEADOW TERRACE
HONEY + HIVE TOURS
History
Warrior Path
Running parallel to River Mountain's eastern ridge is Warriors Path, the great Iroquois Indian highway from Six Nations country, New York, to the Catawba country in the Carolinas. The historic path along Sweet Root Creek was one of the longest and most heavily traveled land routes in eastern North America, connecting Indigenous peoples over hundreds of miles.
The Underground Railroad
Black Valley was an active route along the Underground Railroad. Local histories principally credit four, free black residents with leading the aid network in this area: Rev. John Fidler, Elias Rouse, Joseph Crawley, and James Graham. Just to the south of the River Mountain property are 13 unmarked graves of enslaved people who died traveling the route to freedom.
Accommodations
Glamping Pods
Modern Design to Align with the Body's Circadian Rhythm
Standard Glamping Pod - Sleeps 1 Guest
Located in Cabin with Other Retreat Guests
Expansive Deck with Patio Seating
Top Pod Skylights to Fall Asleep to the Stars
Bedside Windows to Nature
Nestled Among Trees, Meadow + Creek
Mountain Views of Warrior Ridge
Strength in Transition Retreat
Wednesday, September 16 - Sunday, September 20, 2026
All-Inclusive
4-Days, 3-Nights
All-Inclusive Glamping Pod for One Person - $950, including taxes and fees
25% Deposit to reserve today - remaining balance charged 30 days before your retreat!
Retreat Inclusions:
All Retreat Experiences
150 Acres of Nature
Accommodations
Daily Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Access to Hot Soaking Tubs
Campfire + S'mores
Daily Housekeeping
Fresh Linens, Towels, Blankets
Fiber Internet Wi-Fi
Check-In After 3PM
Check-Out By 11AM
Retreat Policies, Payments, Deposit, and Cancellations:
DOGS ARE NOT PERMITTED ON RETREATS. This is for the safety and wellness of the dog and other guests joining the retreat.
25% non-refundable deposit to reserve. The remaining balance is automatically charged 30 days prior to the retreat start date using the initial card on file used to make the reservation and deposit. If reserving within less than 30 days of retreat start date, the remaining balance is automatically charged within 48 hours after reservation is made.
Please note that because River Mountain retreats are limited to a small number of attendees, to allow for a more personable, intimate experience, our cancellation policy is in place to help guests, hosts, and us alike work together sharing expenses that may arise from unexpected cancellations.
• All deposits are non-refundable.
• Full balance is automatically charged 30 days prior to retreat start date, unless otherwise noted.
• Cancellation requests submitted 61 days or more before the retreat start date, 50% of the total is due.
• Within 60 days of your retreat: full balance due, sorry but no refunds given, no exceptions.
Please know that our cancellation policy is designed to mitigate damages and costs incurred to retreat hosts and River Mountain in order to maintain the retreat experience and affordability for other retreat guests. Exceptions cannot be made for any reason, including weather, injury/illness, or personal emergencies. No refunds or credits for failure to attend or failure to complete the retreat, or for arriving late or leaving early.
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