What does it really take to build your dream yoga retreat center—from scratch?

In this episode, I sit down with Kayla Nielsen, who shares the raw, inspiring truth behind building a yoga retreat space from the ground up. From buying land abroad to pricing retreats and navigating local logistics, Kayla opens up about the entrepreneurial journey few yoga teachers talk about.

We cover:

🔹 How to navigate land ownership and logistics in a foreign country

🔹 Smart strategies for planning, pricing, and co-teaching retreats

🔹 Why patience and community are the foundation of a sustainable retreat center

🔹 The beauty of letting your retreat space tell a story that reflects your values

Whether you're a yoga teacher dreaming of retreats or an entrepreneur craving land-based living, this conversation is your roadmap to turning inspiration into action.

GUEST EXPERT: Kayla Nielsen | @Kaylalanielsen | kaylalanielsen.com

Kayla Nielsen is a yoga teacher with over 1000 hours of training. Founder of international retreat business and yoga alliance registered yoga school, glow yoga retreats. CEO and co-founder of still salty escape, a hotel and retreat center in northern nicaragua.

She's been teaching and leading retreats around the world for 10 years, and established a successful online yoga app 3 years ago with thousands of subscribers.

Check out Kayla's retreat center: https://www.stillsaltyescape.com/

FREE Practice: Somatic Yoga Workout for Weight Loss | Awaken the Body & Release Negative Emotions

Relevant Blog: How to Plan a Yoga Retreat That Earns 6 Figures

Relevant to Today's Episode:

✅ 200-hour Online Yoga Teacher Training

🔮 300-hour Online Yoga Teacher Training

🐍 Yoga for Self Mastery

🎧 Also Listen to:

#299 – Strategies to Slay Imposter Syndrome and Share Your Gifts

#354 – Redefining "Niche" with Carla Cline Thomas

#365 – Launch Ugly! My Top 5 Business Tips for Yoga Entrepreneurs

© 2026 Uplifted Yoga | BrettLarkin.com

Build Your Yoga Retreat Center with Kayla Nielsen

The Uplifted Yoga Podcast