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Buffalo Gap Retreat is the perfect spot to step away and enjoy a break from the stresses of everyday life. Come slow down, breathe, and share space with us for this rejuvenating weekend of activities
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Please send email to:
with any questions
LODGING​
Please note that weekend lodging is
not included with the price of a ticket
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Limited number of private rooms available:
Queen or double bed rooms: $120+tax each
Single bed rooms - $99+tax each
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Or you may review our available on-site
cabin and campsite rental options here:
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​CAMPSITES
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Send us an email at:
reservations@buffalogapretreat.com
to book a cabin or campsite directly.
We will apply a 15% discount on the
nightly rate for all ticketed participants
for all full cabin rentals
TICKETED ACTIVITIES
(subject to change)
Yoga
Join Crystal Woodling for an all-levels yoga class Saturday afternoon at the pavillion. Class features meditation, breathwork, long-hold postures, kriyas, and flows, for a well-rounded practice that will leave you feeling refreshed, energized,grounded, and nourished. Mats are available for all participants.
Morning Qigong
Energize your day with a morning Qigong session with Matthew Kenny. This workshop is tailored for beginners and introduces participants to the ancient Chinese mind-body practice that uses slow, deliberate movements, controlled breathing, and meditation to improve health and spiritual well-being. The term translates to "cultivating vital energy," referring to the life-force, or qi, that traditional Chinese medicine believes flows throughout the body.
Evening Meditation
Join a guided meditative journey to the sanctuary residing within each of us. Take time to unwind and settle into the rhythm of nighttime at Buffalo Gap Retreat in this gentle guided interlude to relax and prepare for a night of restoration.
​Indian Cooking Workshops
Join Amit & Jinder for a unique hands-on experience to learn the art of preparing authentic Indian food and drink. Participants will learn to use a variety of spices and practice cooking techniques in this fun, interactive experience.
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Saturday morning, Jinder will teach the group to make a delicious Chai, based on a favorite family recipie.
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Saturday evening, Amit will lead the group in learning to cook Palak Paneer, a classic curried dish from North Indian cuisine made with fresh spinach, onions, spices, paneer and herbs.
​Nature Walk @ Ice Mountain Preserve (off site)
or Nature Walk (on-site)
Sean will guide a nature walk at the local and mysterious Ice Mountain Preserve.
Going back to when natives called this area home, people have utilized this unique geologic feature to gather naturally forming ice from the vents at the base of an ancient rockslide. The cooling effect sustains flora and fauna normally found much farther north. Come explore this unique natural and cultural touchstone. Moderately strenuous. Come prepared with sturdy hiking shoes, water, and walking stick (recommended).
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For those looking for a milder activity, Crystal will lead an interpretive plant walk on-site at Buffalo Gap, exploring and educating the diverse local plantscape.
Wood Fired Sauna & Cold Plunge
Relax and unwind in our traditional wood-fired sauna. Built in 1985 by master
carpenter Peter Gott, the sauna is a popular amenity at Buffalo Gap Retreat.
The naturally cold spring water is perfect for a casual cold plunge
after warming up. It will be set up for daily group participation.
Evening Bonfire & Dessert
Hang out, warm up, and wind down at the evening bonfire.
Enjoy a curated bonfire dessert designed to indulge your sweet tooth,
as you reflect and chat about the activities of the day.
PAID EXTRAS
Couple's Massage Class - $60/couple
This hands-on workshop will teach you how to give and receive
a full-body Swedish and deep tissue massage. You will learn
Effularage strokes to help relax muscles and increase circulation,
and Kneading strokes to work out knots especially in the shoulders, back
and legs. You will also learn how to work with your body mechanics so you
won't get tired and hurt after you give a massage. Cost is $50 per couple.
Bring a mat, blanket or flat sheet or large towel and wear
loose fitting clothing. We will provide a printed protocol sheet
with the strokes broken down and massage cream for you to take home.
​Spa Services
The Spa at Buffalo Gap Retreat will be open for private massage
and wellness services throughout the weekend. See our Spa page
for a menu of services:
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SCHEDULE
FRIDAY
SEPTEMBER 12, 2025
2:00 - 4:00 PM
Registration & Check In
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Open Sauna
6:00 - 7:30 PM
DINNER
7:45 PM
Evening Meditation
8:30 PM
Bonfire & DESSERT
SATURDAY
SEPTEMBER 13, 2025
8:00 AM
Morning Qigong or Open Sauna
9:00 - 10:00 AM
BREAKFAST & Chai Making Class
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Ice Mountain Hike or Plant Walk
12:00 - 1:00 PM
LUNCH
1:00 - 3:00 PM
Couple's Massage (extra charge)
or Open Sauna / Free Time
3:30 - 5:00 PM
Yoga
5:15 - 6:30 PM
Indian Cooking Class & BUFFET
7:30 PM
Bonfire & DESSERT
SUNDAY
SEPTEMBER 14, 2025
8:00 AM
Morning Qigong or Open Sauna
9:00 - 10:30 AM
BREAKFAST
11:00 AM
Check Out
MEAL PLAN
4 meals included:
​​​​Friday - Dinner
Saturday - Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Sunday - Breakfast
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All meals may include gluten free and dairy free options
We can accommodate most food sensitivities
FACILITATORS
CRYSTAL WOODLING
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MATTHEW KENNY
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AMIT BHATNAGAR
Amit was born and raised in Delhi, India. He learned to cook traditional dishes at the side of his mother. He now lives in Arlington, VA with his wife and 2 daughters and is the primary chef for his family. He often hosts dinner parties where he cooks all his favorite Indian dishes.​
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JINDER GILL
Jinder was born in Punjab, India. She is a chai connoisseur having traveled the world tasting all different preparations of chai. She now makes her favorite version of chai that she learned from her Auntie.
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BARBARA JAZZO
Barbara is a licensed massage therapist practicing for 35 years. She has taught couple’s massage, infant massage and conducted an infant massage study at George Washington hospital’s NICU for at-risk premature babies. She had taught childbirth classes at Georgetown, GW and Sibley hospitals.
She was one of the original founders of Buffalo Gap Retreat. It is her happy place. She lives with her husband, Frank, in Arlington, VA but retreats to Buffalo Gap every weekend.
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SEAN HEFFRON
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