Reach into Wellness!
a self-care retreat for women
September 17-20th, 2023
Why go on a wellness retreat? There are tremendous benefits to stepping back from the busyness of everyday life. From this place of rest, we can focus more clearly on our health and well-being. Connecting with other supportive women, participating in as many or as few group activities as desired, and simply being in nature, all contribute to the process. When we return home to "normal life" we are grounded, refreshed, rejuvenated and better able to continue giving of ourselves to others.
~De-stress your mind~
~Rebalance your body~
~Reclaim your vitality~
Our retreat begins on Sunday afternoon with check-in starting at 4:00pm to get settled. A light supper will be served between 6:00-7:00, then we will have an opening session to meet each other and set our intentions for the retreat. We end the evening with gentle yoga to help unwind from traveling and sleep like a (happy) baby.
Monday and Tuesday will have lots of options, but in general it flows like this:
Sunrise meditation/gentle stretch (for the early-risers in the group)
Morning- Wellness talk , group discussion circle or therapeutic yoga workshop
Afternoon- mindful hike, active yoga/movement session, or spa/nap/ soak in pools, healthy happy hour?
Evening- personal growth activity or restorative yoga and/or perhaps another soak in the mineral pools as the stars come out for the night...
On Wednesday, we will enjoy breakfast, a final all-levels yoga class and wrap-up session, checking out of our rooms by 11:00. A delicious sack lunch will be ready for you as you head home, or you may stay, enjoy lunch and complimentary use of the pools for the rest of the day on your own.
All activities and group sessions are OPTIONAL; participate in as many or as few as you desire. We offer many options so that you can customize this retreat to be exactly what you need!
Monday and Tuesday will have lots of options, but in general it flows like this:
Sunrise meditation/gentle stretch (for the early-risers in the group)
Morning- Wellness talk , group discussion circle or therapeutic yoga workshop
Afternoon- mindful hike, active yoga/movement session, or spa/nap/ soak in pools, healthy happy hour?
Evening- personal growth activity or restorative yoga and/or perhaps another soak in the mineral pools as the stars come out for the night...
On Wednesday, we will enjoy breakfast, a final all-levels yoga class and wrap-up session, checking out of our rooms by 11:00. A delicious sack lunch will be ready for you as you head home, or you may stay, enjoy lunch and complimentary use of the pools for the rest of the day on your own.
All activities and group sessions are OPTIONAL; participate in as many or as few as you desire. We offer many options so that you can customize this retreat to be exactly what you need!
What is included in the cost of this retreat:
What is not included:
- A variety of yoga and mind-body movement sessions (multiple levels offered; no experience necessary)
- Group sessions- wellness lecture/discussions, personal growth activities
- Eight meals (Sunday supper to Wednesday lunch)
- Coffee, teas, infused water and snacks 24/7
- Unlimited access to three mineral soaking pools, two jacuzzies and a sauna
- A few fun surprises
What is not included:
- Yoga supplies- please bring your own mat, blocks, blanket and strap (or they do have a few for rent with advance notice)
- Massage or other Spa services- prices HERE
- Accommodations (to be paid directly to Joyful Journey Hot Springs)
- Airfare, ground transportation (will try to facilitate car-pooling to hiking locations and airport)
- Staff gratuities
- Private individual counseling sessions
Group sessions will be led by Diane Doolin, RN, CYT (gentle, therapeutic & flow yoga), and Brooke Seiz, LPC, NTP (functional medicine, nutrition & emotional health for women). Julie Annett, CPT, will assist with the retreat experience and lead mindful hiking. Our combined talents will help you de-stress your mind, rebalance your body and reclaim your vitality!
Wellness topics covered include: Understanding the root of (and finding solutions for) metabolism/weight issues, heart/brain/gut/joint health, anxiety and other nervous system dysregulation (yes, they are all connected!). Creating & embracing change throughout our lives, Positive aging strategies. Therapeutic & flow yoga themes will be based on the needs of participants (will send survey prior to retreat to assess for needs).
Wellness topics covered include: Understanding the root of (and finding solutions for) metabolism/weight issues, heart/brain/gut/joint health, anxiety and other nervous system dysregulation (yes, they are all connected!). Creating & embracing change throughout our lives, Positive aging strategies. Therapeutic & flow yoga themes will be based on the needs of participants (will send survey prior to retreat to assess for needs).
Our retreat will be held at Joyful Journey Hot Springs, located in the serene San Luis Valley in southern Colorado. We will be at 7700 feet elevation, with views of the 14,000 ft peaks of the Sangre De Cristo mountains. The nearest airport is in Alamosa, 50 miles away. Driving time is 2 1/2 hours from Colorado Springs, or 3 1/2 hours from Denver, and is a beautiful drive.
Joyful Journey is a delightfully unpretentious, peaceful place that is perfect for yoga and wellness retreats. We have reserved their spacious, light filled event center and private outdoor courtyard for our use. Our meals will be simple and satisfying, prepared using local and organic ingredients when feasible (meat, vegan and gluten free options available). There are three mineral-rich soaking pools of various temperatures onsite that we have unlimited access to from 7:30am-10:00pm daily to help melt our cares away. Towels and robes are included. Spa treatments are also available onsite (additional fee) to truly pamper ourselves. .
We strive to make self-care affordable! Your investment for this retreat ranges from $729-$990, and is broken down as follows:
The retreat fee is $485 and is due upon registration. This fee is non-refundable, but fully transferrable to another gal if your plans change. Click HERE for the Terms & Conditions.
Joyful Journey will provide the lodging, and is booked separately. There is one remaining double-occupancy "hotel-style" lodge room available; 2 queen beds and private bath for $326 per person (based on two people sharing the room). They also offer modern, comfortable yurts with queen or king bed + twin in some, skylights to see the stars at night, heaters and fans to keep you cozy, and a separate bathhouse close by. Yurt pricing for the 3-night retreat is: single occupancy-$505, double occupancy- $309 ea, triple occupancy- $244 ea. There is also a two-bedroom casita available if interested. You will be directed to reserve and place a 50% deposit for your accommodations directly to Joyful Journey upon retreat registration. Here are some of their yurts:
The retreat fee is $485 and is due upon registration. This fee is non-refundable, but fully transferrable to another gal if your plans change. Click HERE for the Terms & Conditions.
Joyful Journey will provide the lodging, and is booked separately. There is one remaining double-occupancy "hotel-style" lodge room available; 2 queen beds and private bath for $326 per person (based on two people sharing the room). They also offer modern, comfortable yurts with queen or king bed + twin in some, skylights to see the stars at night, heaters and fans to keep you cozy, and a separate bathhouse close by. Yurt pricing for the 3-night retreat is: single occupancy-$505, double occupancy- $309 ea, triple occupancy- $244 ea. There is also a two-bedroom casita available if interested. You will be directed to reserve and place a 50% deposit for your accommodations directly to Joyful Journey upon retreat registration. Here are some of their yurts:
Here is a lodge room:
Considering joining us, but not quite sure? Contact me (Diane) at going2stretch@gmail.com and we'll schedule a discovery call to see if it is a right fit for you!
❤ Get ready for an amazing experience! ❤