I attended the USA Yoga Competition Training this past weekend June 25-27 with dedicated competitors from all age ranges from 14 yrs. young to 50 yrs. +, yoga studio owners, & our friends. Attendees traveled from Massachusetts, New York, Washington, Las Vegas, LA & Palm Desert, CA. It was a life changing experience to be in the same space with these amazing yogis and yoginis to work on & refine our competition routines in preparation for USA Yoga Nationals in Iowa at the end of July. We shared yoga classes & drills together, are meals together, & most especially, learned valuable techniques & teachings from the best yoga teachers & coaches in the world...Kim Tang & Spencer Larson!!! They have poured out so much love, energy, time, creativity, & passion into creating an energetic space for us to grow in our personal yoga practice & self-expansion. It was a loving & supportive community. Besides the large, airy wood floor yoga space/sanctuary, there is also a kitchen with all the appliances to prepare healthy meals, a stage for getting to practice our performance routines with singing bowls for Spencer's relaxing sound bath experiences, a separate building & room with bunk beds, a dining & lobby area for sharing meals indoors & outdoors amongst the oversized Josiah Trees. There are over a dozen fruit trees that were just planted & they are growing their garden. If you are considering coming to one of their events, don't hesitate, because you will find it to be well worth your time & expense. If you are considering renting the space to host your own event, they are set up to accommodate to whatever your needs are. Kim has been head coach of IYSF (The International Yoga Sports Federation) & USA Yoga. Spencer is currently the 2021 Men's USA Yoga Champion. They are phenomenal in their practice, but also the most loving & humble people. They care deeply for everyone who enters their presence & you will be blessed to work with them on any level. read more

This place is a slice of heaven. From outdoor, magnificent natural beauty of the desert with trees, stars... to the indoor spaces that are loving decorated with attention to all the details.  This is an idea place for any event or retreat that requires peace, serenity, joy, relaxation, nourishment, and surprising delights around every corner.  Words don't do it justice and I highly recommend that you visit and see for yourself. You will find that the very best part are the hosts who are so welcoming and will literally "bend over backward" to make sure your visit is pleasant and unforgettable .  Some highlights that I personally enjoyed and delighted in were an early morning having coffee on the swings. The anti-gravity lounge chairs set overlooking Wesley's pond for more sun exposure,  and under the shady tree covered in flowers  chatting with friends enjoying watching the fish and humming birds The "lobby", which to me is a library, with an abundance of books, and comfy couch and pillows and hearth.  Everywhere are nooks of inviting spaces to have cozy conversations or merely relax. I did avail myself of the cold water plunge, the sauna, and of course the main attraction...the yoga room itself with the sound bath stage, and so many "toys"/equipment/props.  Everywhere was excellent and no details were overlooked.   Even the beds were comfy!  And the dorm set-up made it feel private and cozy with everything contained in your own space.  Surprising quiet and plenty of privacy as well when desired. So, you have your choice and ease to be socializing or having private comtemplative time read more

I had a great experience at the Yucca Shala this weekend. I have been recovering from medical treatments and was able to let go of a lot of trauma in a very short time with the powerful Sound baths and Yin yoga practice offered by Kim Tang and Spencer Larson. Such informed treatments were a bonus to the incredible space they they have created and hold. I recommend this Shala to anyone who is looking for a weekend get away or a place to gather your community. The vibration of this sacred area adds to the energetic power of the offerings at this Shala. The accommodations are cool, comfortable, clean and quiet with everything you may need. The property is large with many areas for hanging out and enjoying the views of the mountains and huge, rad Joshua Trees. The yoga space is beautiful with a stage and vaulted ceilings that really brings the sound baths right into your body and the yoga instruction is world class. The town is cool and there are powerful places to recreate near by. The potato chip rock and the quartz hill was a great side activity. I live in Orange County and it was a easy drive for a weekend getaway. I am looking forward to spending more time at this well thought out retreat center. Next time I'm bringing friends and staying longer! read more

A perfect retreat! I stayed at the Yucca Shala in November 2021 to prepare for and compete in the IYSF World Yoga Chamionships. The Shala is accessible via a beautiful, short drive up into the high desert from the Palms Springs airport. The sanctuary/yoga studio was HOT (105F) when it needed to be and outfitted with every item a yogi dreams of, including a wall of windows through which one can appreciate the sun rising beyond mountains and a majestic Joshua tree that graces the courtyard. This sanctuary/yoga studio holds special energy that is calming and inspiring. One can appreciate that for years people came to this very space to pray. It is a gift to be able to come here now to develop your yoga practice or to celebrate a monumental life event in this space that can be adapted for a variety of purposes, and that proves to be acoustically perfect for sound baths. I stayed in the dormitory and can report that I slept soundly on a very comfortable bed in private accommodations. If you are looking for a gated, private property near Palm Springs to retreat into so that you can work on your yoga practice, on yourself, or to celebrate an event with the people who matter most to you, I suggest you consider this Shala. read more

This is an amazing event center, located in one of the most beautiful places I've had the pleasure to visit. I've been event planning for over 20 years, and this location has all the wow factors. With highly experienced hosts, this venue is perfect for a yoga retreat, a wedding, or any event looking for a departure from the "regular". The giant Joshua Tree at the entrance - along with its friends all over the sprawling property - give a welcoming feel for the cozy lobby, large sanctuary space with perfect stage, and updated sleeping accommodations. You are even greeted by hummingbirds at the beautiful flower beds. As a private getaway in the heart of this historic town it has spacious parking, is close to eclectic dining and numerous wilderness attractions. Optimal place for those looking to host a group of yogis, a celebration or whatever excuse you need to have a rejuvenating experience. I couldn't give a higher recommendation! read more

Kim Tang and Spencer Larson have created a magical and peaceful space to spend time in. This Yoga space combined with the teachings from Kim and Spencer is an invaluable gift to give to yourself...please say yes to yourself and spend some time at the Yucca Shalla. The dorm like setting is well equipped to keep you cool and comfortable, you can feel the care put into making it a special home away from home. There is a sweet two person dry sauna for use on site! There are beautiful outside spaces to sit and chat with friends or find a quiet spot to enjoy the blue skies, Joshua trees and evening sunsets. During our training we were treated to healthy vegetarian meals and fresh made juices after class. The Yucca Shalla is a vision created with love and now one of my special destinations that I will come back to again and again. read more

I recently attended a yoga retreat at Yucca Shala, and it was an incredible experience from start to finish. The atmosphere felt like a true home away from home, with a cozy, clean, and thoughtfully designed space that made me feel instantly at peace. One of the highlights was the beautiful sound bath - it was deeply calming and truly transformative. The attention to detail in every aspect of the retreat was remarkable, and it's clear the team at Yucca Shala genuinely cares about providing a healing, welcoming space for all. I'm already looking forward to my next visit! read more

The Yucca Shala is nothing less than the garden of Eden! I attended a yoga workshop here over the weekend and the space is ethereal! No matter what kind of event you are looking to have the space will elevate your vision to another level. The Shala is inviting, peaceful, beautiful and the team there with Kim, Spencer and Jordan makes it come alive with love and care of everyone who walks through the door. Ten outta ten recommend! read more