Travel & Arrival Details

Vivation Teacher Training · May 22 – June 5, 2027 · Joyful Journey Hot Springs, Colorado

Step 1: Getting to Alamosa

You have two options for reaching us:

Option A: Fly into Alamosa (recommended)

San Luis Valley Regional Airport (ALS) in Alamosa is the closest airport, just 45 minutes from Joyful Journey Hot Springs. Denver Air Connection operates daily nonstop flights from Denver (DEN), approximately 50 minutes each way.

Recommended arrival: Fly into Alamosa on May 22nd, arriving on the afternoon flight (typically lands around 2:00 PM). We will pick you up at the airport and drive you directly to Joyful Journey. Training begins that evening.

If you can't make the May 22nd afternoon flight: Fly into Alamosa on May 21st instead. Book one night at a hotel in Alamosa (see recommendations below), and we will pick you up from your hotel lobby on the morning of May 22nd.

Book your Denver–Alamosa flights at denverairconnection.com or through United Airlines (Denver Air Connection operates as a United partner).

Option B: Fly into Denver & drive

Denver International Airport (DEN) is approximately 3.5 hours north of Joyful Journey by car. If you'd like to explore the beautiful Colorado countryside, rent a car and drive south through the San Luis Valley. It's a stunning route through mountain passes and open high-desert plains.

Having a car also gives you flexibility during the training for lunch outings and exploring the area on your rest day.

If driving, please arrive at Joyful Journey Hot Springs by 4:00 PM on May 22nd. Training begins after dinner.

Step 2: If You Need a Night in Alamosa

If you're flying in on May 21st (the day before), here are two recommended hotels close to the airport. Both are budget-friendly and include breakfast.

Step 3: Transportation to Joyful Journey

You do not need to arrange your own transportation. We will provide a shuttle from Alamosa to Joyful Journey Hot Springs on May 22nd, and from Joyful Journey back to Alamosa on the morning of June 5th.

Pickup details and timing will be coordinated via a group WhatsApp chat, which we'll set up with all participants before the training.

If you're driving your own or rental car, the address is: Joyful Journey Hot Springs Spa, 28640 County Rd 58EE, Moffat, CO 81143. Free parking is available on-site.

Step 4: Lodging & Meals at Joyful Journey

Book your lodging directly with Joyful Journey. Once you've registered, contact their group line and mention the Vivation Teacher Training. You have two options: a shared room with one other student, or a yurt shared with one or two other students (2- and 3-person yurts available). Joyful Journey will give you current prices for each. We pair roommates thoughtfully before the training, so you can leave that part to us.

Your stay covers the full 14 nights (May 22 – June 5), including breakfast and dinner each day and daily soaking in the three natural artesian hot springs pools, plus the meditation labyrinth and the grounds.

Lunch is not included. There are several restaurants nearby and we make group lunch runs, or you're welcome to bring your own food.

Joyful Journey accommodates gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan diets. Please let us know your dietary requirements after registration.

For more about the venue, visit joyfuljourneyhotsprings.com

Step 5: What to Bring

A detailed packing list will be sent closer to the training date. In general, bring:

Comfortable clothing for training sessions (think yoga-studio casual). A swimsuit for the hot springs and Warm Water Vivation sessions. Layers: the San Luis Valley is at 7,700 feet, and late May and early June bring cool mornings (40s°F) and warm afternoons (70s°F). A notebook and pen. Sunscreen and a hat for the high-altitude sun. Any personal items or medications you need.

Towels and pool robes are provided by Joyful Journey for hot springs use.

Step 6: Departure

Training concludes on the afternoon of June 4th. You'll have one final night at Joyful Journey to rest and say your goodbyes.

On the morning of June 5th, we will drive you back to Alamosa, arriving in time for departing flights. If you're driving, you're free to leave at your own pace.

Step 7: Stay Connected

Before the training, we'll set up a WhatsApp group for all participants to coordinate logistics, share travel plans, and connect with your fellow trainees.

Approximately one week before arrival, we'll hold a group Zoom call to go over final details, answer questions, and make sure everything is in place.

If you have any questions at any time, reach out to us at [email protected]

We look forward to welcoming you to Joyful Journey. Safe travels.

Warm regards,
Paul Hughes & Samantha Bonavia, Training Coordinator