Balanced in Baja

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February 2027

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Only 2 Rooms LEFT

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Balanced in Baja 〰️ February 2027 〰️ Only 2 Rooms LEFT 〰️

Welcome to Balanced Yoga Retreats. We are so glad you are here.

Find Your Balance

Practice yoga, cultivate community, and explore the world around you.

Who We Are

Founder and Instructor
Teaching yoga is a joy. After practicing yoga for many years, the natural next step was to deepen my personal practice by studying to become a yoga teacher, and for the past decade I have had the privilege of teaching yoga to others. As one of my teachers said, “We practice yoga for our students and we teach yoga for ourselves.” This turned out to be very true for me. Yoga has been a steady companion throughout my adult life—more than a practice, it is a way of being; a discipline that has evolved with me, supporting and challenging me as I grow older.
My approach to teaching is rooted in my other career as a college professor where I specialized in preparing teachers in the care and education of young children. When focusing on the adult learner, I try to meet each student where they are. My goal is to support students in reaching their goals—whether it is building strength, improving mobility, breathwork, or simply carving out time for presence and reflection.
My yogic philosophy draws inspiration from multiple traditions. I take cues from the precision of the Iyengars, the opposing forces in nature of Hatha, the fluidity of Vinyasa flow, the energy work of Kundalini, and the discipline of a more rigorous Ashtanga practice. This blend allows me to tailor the practice to individual needs while staying true to the core principles of yoga.
Yoga is not just something I do—it is who I am. It continues to shape my life, offering the dualities of structure and freedom, strength and flexibility, and discipline and expression. I believe the practice of yoga is a gift; one that I was given and one that I pay forward.
Founder and Instructor
I was introduced to yoga by a college dance professor many years ago and found a practice that has served my mind and spirit along with my physical body since.
I’ve been teaching yoga for a decade in my hometown, Chicago. I offer group classes in yoga studios and gyms; I also work privately with small groups and one on one with individual students. I have taught in schools, corporations, and hotels, at museums and parks. In my classes you will stretch, strengthen, and balance with guided breath awareness so you feel long, strong, calm and connected. My classes respect the many limbs of yoga and infuse a playful willingness to explore with deep curiosity and joy.
In the past few years, I started bringing my classes on the road, exploring new locations during long weekends or week-long yoga retreats. Balanced Yoga Retreats grew organically from a series of co-hosted yoga retreats with Jen Asimow. I’m delighted to bring the many gifts of yoga to beautiful locations nearby and far away and to share those with my co-host, Jen and the incredible souls who come along for the journey.

What is important to you?

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Thank you! Jen and Kathleen

Yoga Retreat Survey

Testimonials

Jen and Kathleen are such a great team when it comes to practicing yoga and hosting retreats. They effortlessly incorporate feedback and clearly have a deep love, understanding, and respect for the practice and the people they teach. Their approach to both the practice and the retreat is grounded, practical, friendly, and welcoming to all. They know how to mix in just enough activity, relaxation, and exploration into the experience. Plus you get to know some awesome women and hear some truly great stories and excellent music selection. Highly recommend taking their classes and joining their retreats!

Ally M
I've attended two retreats with Jen and Kathleen and I can't wait for the next one! They work together so well to create experiences that have left me feeling refreshed and relaxed yet energized and invigorated. Magic! The balance of scheduled activities and free time, with a supportive and open environment is perfect. The added bonus of meeting new welcoming friends and having a lot of laughs together makes these trips priceless.

Loreen S
Jen and Kathleen's knowledge and experience made it possible for me to deepen my practice in ways I could not have predicted. Practicing twice a day was challenging, but I found myself being able to try new things (go upside down and bind for example) and really see so much progress. Jen and Kathleen are there to give you personalized verbal and hands-on cues when you need it, it was invaluable. Besides just the yoga, we also had plenty of time to relax and go on excursions. I would definitely go on another retreat with these two great teachers!

Meredith G
I love the pairing of Kathleen and Jen for a yoga retreat! Kathleen with her long, lean dancer moves and Jen for her strength. It’s wonderful to start the day with a strong vinyasa flow and end with a more restoring, relaxing yoga flow at night. There’s a fun inclusive vibe with joining a journey with these two. They are receptive to suggestions to what u want to learn and open to excursion and playtime beyond yoga making them the perfect travel buddies. There’s attention to detail in the locations and food and downtime and an openness allowing you to achieve what you have set as your personal goals. Getting ready to take my 3rd retreat with them and as a yoga teacher myself, I continue to learn from them.

Debby F
Jen and Kathleen put so much love and care into our retreat! They thoughtfully planned our practices, excursions, and special treats. It was an unforgettable week both on and off the mat.

Betsy R
Jen and Kathleen create an open, welcoming space for growth and exploration. Their teaching is inclusive of all levels, and as retreat hosts, they are top notch! I have LOVED the two retreats I've attended with Jen and Kathleen!

Karen H