Park City, Utah · Stoke Coach
Wonder
Walks
Guided mindfulness hikes in the mountains
For when you need to move, breathe & reconnect to what lights you up. Presence. Awareness. Awe.
Book a hikeNot a workout.
An experience.
Wonder Walks are 1:1 and 2:1 guided hikes through the trails of Park City — with a mindfulness component woven through every step.
A Wonder Walk isn't about distance or intensity. It's about noticing, breathing, and allowing movement to spark presence and joy. We set an intention before we head out, move with curiosity on the trail, pause at the good spots, and talk about what's coming up for you.
An invitation to get out of your head, into your body, and back to the part of yourself that already knows what it needs. Movement as self-love. Nature as medicine. Joy as fuel.
The science of wonder & awe
Wonder and awe aren't just nice feelings — they're medicine. Research from UC Berkeley shows that experiences of awe reduce stress hormones, quiet the nervous system, and lower inflammation in the body. Even a few minutes of genuine awe can shift your mood, expand your sense of time, and make you feel more connected to something larger than yourself.
Psychologist Dacher Keltner calls it the "small self" effect — when we encounter something vast or beautiful, our ego softens. We stop ruminating. We get present. Studies show that people who experience awe regularly report higher levels of life satisfaction, more generosity, and a deeper sense of meaning.
Nature is one of the fastest pathways to awe we have. The sweep of a mountain ridge, the sound of wind through aspens, the way light hits the trail in the morning — these aren't distractions from your life. They're a reset for your nervous system and a direct line back to joy.
Integrating small doses of wonder into your daily life — a mindful walk, a pause at a view, a moment of genuine curiosity — is one of the simplest, most powerful things you can do for your wellbeing. That's exactly what a Wonder Walk is designed to give you.
Notice how you feel. What's working? What's ready to shift?
Move toward what feels true. Let go of what drains your energy.
Take one small step each day that makes you feel more alive.
Awareness without movement gets stuck in your head. Movement without awareness loses its meaning. When you combine the two, you reconnect with yourself — and that's where real strength and joy come from.
Every hike follows a gentle arc
Intention
A short check-in before the trail. What are you carrying? What do you want to leave behind?
Movement
Mindful breathing on the ascent, sensory awareness pauses, guided reflection at key moments.
Stillness
A quiet moment at the top — seated meditation, mindful breathing, or a journaling prompt with a view.
Creativity
Depending on the vibe — yoga and movement, painting or drawing in nature, or a full-out dance party on the trail.
Integration
What came up? What shifted? A brief closing conversation to anchor the experience.
Choose your intention
Every Wonder Walk has a theme — a lens for the experience. You choose what you need.
Simple, honest pricing
- Duration 2–2.5 hrs
- Includes intention + integration
- Add a partner +$40
- Cadence Bi-weekly
- Includes voice note check-ins
- Add a partner +$80
- Cadence Weekly
- Includes voice note check-ins
- Add a partner +$120
- Rhythm Bi-weekly
- Bonus 1 sunrise hike
- Add a partner +$200
- Light weights + resistance bands provided
- 15–20 min burst of intentional movement
- Functional, feel-good — never punishing
Any of these programs can become a recurring commitment — not just a one-off. One hike shifts your day. A series shifts your season. A recurring practice shifts your life.
When you commit to a rhythm, the trail becomes your anchor — a regular reset that keeps you grounded, present, and connected to what matters. Commit to 3 months and lock in your current rate, no matter what.
Hi, I'm Rachel Elberts
I'm the founder of Stoke Coach, based in Park City. My work goes beyond personal training — it's holistic wellness coaching that helps people create intentional rituals for a more joyful, grounded life.
For me, fitness isn't only about building strength. It's a tool for something deeper. I guide people to weave together movement, mindfulness, outdoor adventure, and play into rituals that become pathways back to self-love, to nature, and to joy.
Wonder Walks are one of my favorite things to share — a reminder that wellness doesn't have to be complicated. All you need is yourself and the outdoors. I can't wait to take you out there.