DETOX YOGA & FASTING RETREATS
AZ I AM is a pioneer in the world of detox and fasting, innovating wellness experiences for over 25 years. Founded by Alanna Zabel, who was among the first to create retreats centered around fasting and cleansing, our programs are a blend of rejuvenation, self-discovery, and holistic healing.
Originally called "Goddess Retreats" and exclusive to women (read the story below to see how it all began!), these retreats evolved over the years as more men expressed interest in joining. Embracing unity and inclusivity, we rebranded as "Detox Retreats," inviting everyone to participate—exactly as they are.
Our retreats go beyond cleansing the body. They offer tools to tap into the ultimate source of health: your mind. By rewiring limiting patterns and creating space for transformation, we guide you toward lasting wellness. Whether it’s Detox Yoga Retreats, Detox Sculpt Retreats, or Dharma Zone Digital Detox Retreats, each experience is designed to nurture your body, mind, and spirit.
Each of our Detox Retreat formats includes the following wellness treatments: Sauna, Cold Plunge, Massage, Reiki, Energy Healing, TheraPhi, Assisted Stretch, Recovery Boots + Infrared Therapy.
We can’t wait to retreat with your most authentic self!
AZ I AM's Approach
AZ I AM's philosophy has always been in support of authentic expression. It sounds simple, but it's one of the most challenging aspects of being human. We are told who we are by others from early onset that the process of rediscovering our inner voice seems impossible. We're programmed to a harmful level of supporting the lies to avoid doing the work to unravel our truth. AZ I AM is driven to awaken others to live their truest self, because only when we are all aligned with who we are will our magnificent and naturally synchronistic world reveal itself, effortlessly. These messages are woven into every aspect of the AZ I AM brand.
How it all Began ...
28 years ago, Alanna Zabel was a young yoga teacher making her mark in the thriving Los Angeles yoga community. Her style was groundbreaking—strong, fluid, and infused with dance and fitness movements that were unheard of in traditional yoga classes at the time. After one of her classes, a woman approached her with a spark of inspiration and said, “Alanna, if you ever lead a yoga retreat, I’d definitely sign up!”
Alanna, ever quick-witted, replied with a playful twist: “If I were to lead a retreat, it would be all women, and we’d be fasting the entire weekend!” Their laughter quickly turned into an electric pause as they locked eyes and simultaneously realized, That’s a great idea. And just like that, the seed was planted. Goddess Detox Retreats were born.
Those early retreats were raw and intense in the best possible way; there were no prior templates—we were creating organically. We partnered with Native American tribes to incorporate transformative sweat lodges and silent nature hikes. It was uncharted territory—free from rules or expectations, allowing us freedom to innovate and to be, as we were.
Looking back, it’s almost a relief Instagram didn’t exist yet. Without the pressure of curated posts or wanderlust aesthetics, we were able to fully immerse in the rawness of the process. We peeled back layers—sometimes too fast, sometimes too deep—but each retreat taught us something valuable. Alanna refined her approach over time, learning how to balance intensity with moderation, and meeting participants where they were, whether they were new to fasting or seasoned practitioners seeking deeper transformation.
Because sometimes, the most profound shifts come not from doing more, but from allowing ourselves the space to simply be.
LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR RETREATS
DETOX YOGA RETREAT
- Two-Night Accommodations at a private home in Santa Monica
- Three Yoga Sessions
- Two Restorative Yoga Sessions
- Two Meditation Sessions
- Cacao Ceremony + Sound Bath
- Fresh squeezed juices, superfoods, herbal elixirs, teas, healing soup broths
- Sauna + Cold Plunge
- Discounted Massage and/or Reiki sessions
Enjoy a three-day healing retreat to reset your Mind, Body and Spirit!
DETOX SCULPT RETREAT
- Two-Night Accommodations at a private home in Santa Monica
- Three Yoga Sessions
- Two Restorative Yoga Sessions
- Two Meditation Sessions
- Cacao Ceremony + Sound Bath
- Fresh squeezed juices, superfoods, herbal elixirs, teas, healing soup broths
- Sauna + Cold Plunge
- Discounted Massage and/or Reiki sessions
Our Detox Sculpt Retreat will help you get toned mentally, physically and spiritually!
ONE DAY DETOX
AZ I AM Yoga has created a powerful weekly One Day Detox Retreat "staycation" retreat. Your retreat begins with endocrine stimulating herbs and tea, followed by vinyasa yoga. Throughout the day our fresh-squeezed organic juices are blended into superfood smoothies. You'll have the afternoon for wellness treatments, or a hike in the Santa Monica mountains. We'll meditate and apply thoughtful, intentional, positive mind enhancing techniques. After a deeply restorative stretch session, mineral rich soup broth and a kava ceremony goddess circle + sound bath, you'll seal the perfectly healing one day yoga retreat.
THE DHARMA ZONE DIGITAL DETOX RETREATS
5-7 DAY FASTING RETREAT
If you have attended at least one Detox Yoga 3-day Retreat with us, we offer a more intensive 5- or 7-day Fasting Retreat that will vastly deepen your connection to who you are. The Dharma Zone © is AZ I AM's Mind-Body Detox program, as detailed in Alanna Zabel's book, As I Am: Where Spirituality Meets Reality.
THE DHARMA ZONE (DIGITAL DETOX)
During this virtual 21-day Retreat, you will be guided into stillness, anti-inflammatory processes and nutrition, calming and clarifying yoga + meditation, guided inspirational walks, journaling, self-care and a community to support your inward journey.
This is a powerfully transformative program with 13-20 wellness facilitators guiding you along the way, each day of the journey.
AZ I AM's 21-Day Dharma Zone Retreat includes:
~ One copy of As I Am: Where Spirituality Meets Reality
~ 21 Dharma Zone AM Meditations (live streamed)
~ Daily Guided Walks with Inspiration (live streamed)
~ Daily Yoga
~ Daily Meditation + Sound Healing
~ Daily Guided Mirror Theory Journaling
~ Daily Recipes for Fresh squeezed juices, herbal elixirs, teas, healing soup broths + salads
~ Daily Self Care
~ Daily Guidance, Inspiration and Coaching from your AZ I AM team of Wellness Experts!
Discover who you are, undisturbed, unforced, as you are!
- Week 1: Create
- Week 2: Be
- Week 3: Reveal
Our intelligent mind-body re-wiring program, coupled with silence, community and healing practices will align you with your truest self. We are committed to guiding you through this journey.
The Home Destination:
We are hosting our Retreat online. Please be comfortable and undisturbed as best that you can. The magic of stillness is upon us, and we will guide you deeper into those spaces, to discover you at your truest essence.
"Alanna Zabel is a gifted and inspirational teacher, and As I Am is a practical and gentle guide to help people realize their fullest potential. By following "The Dharma Zone," a 21-day program full of daily practices, readers will find the much-needed space within themselves to live truthfully and in harmony." ~ Mary Bemis, Founder, Organic Spa Magazine
The Dharma Zone © is AZ I AM's 21-day Mind-Body Detox program, as detailed in Alanna Zabel's book, As I Am: Where Spirituality Meets Reality.
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Meet your AZ I AM Detox Team
When women support each other, aligned with a vision to serve the greatest good of all, true unstoppable magic happens. Meet your Modern Goddess™ Detox Team, committed to serving your journey to live AZ I AM.
Alanna Zabel
Founder & Chief Executive Goddess
Alanna Zabel is the creator of Detox Yoga Retreats, leading hundreds of participants deeper into their truest selves each year, for over 25 years. You will feel supported, challenged, awakened and deeply grateful for the rich experience offered on our retreats.
Haley Kiss
Chief Sculpt Goddess