Wellness Retreat
Friday
October 18, 2024
Body Room
12:00PM - 1:30PM • Registration
2:00PM - 3:30PM • Crystal Sound Journey
Presenter: Colin Hillstrom
Begin your Retreat experience with a healing sound journey that will reset your body, mind and brain complex. Release and rejoice, as you immerse yourself in a high vibrational acoustic energy field generated by some of the world's finest sound healing instruments. Relax and surrender and allow your chakras, endocrine system and brain to rebalance and realign. Leave the world behind, find your magic and allow yourself to experience true inner joy, peace and well-being.
4:00PM - 5:00PM • Release with Osteopathy
Presenter: Lindsey Williams
Enjoy a fun workout that will uplift your spirit. Move through a thorough warm-up for joint mobility and ease and get your heart rate up with joy-based cardio. Strengthen and lengthen with barre exercises and challenge your brain with some easy combos and choreography. Dance will make you agile, flexible and strong and the music will make you smile. Movements will be drawn from Ballet, Belly Dance, Bollywood, Burlesque, Contemporary, Diva, Hip Hop, Ecstatic, Flamenco, Latin and Polynesian dance forms. No dance background needed - just an open heart.
5:30PM - 6:30PM • Connect to Calm with Qigong
Presenter: Munira Jiwa
Discover a powerful and ancient form of meditation exercises that will help you create an internal environment of peace and healing. Spring Forest Qigong is based on ancient wisdom that will empower you with simple tools and techniques to help you navigate daily stressors and embrace inner calmness. Learn how you can use the elements of breathing, visualization, moving meditation and sound to help transform energetic blockages and balance your energy. With balanced energy, you will experience optimal health and inner peace.
7:00PM - 8:30PM • Chakra Recharge and Restore
Presenter: Kim Mayberry and Lisa Phillips
Awaken your chakras! Explore your energy centers through movement, meditation and group energy healing. Let the power of dance and yoga based movements revitalize and balance each chakra. Dance and stretch in ways that feel best in your body - releasing and expanding your ability to connect to your own energetic needs. After vigorous movement, relax and integrate your own healing power through guided meditation, connecting to and receiving the balancing energies of crystals and Reiki. Reflect, re-connect, release and recharge! This is an opportunity to open up, tune in, and expand, in a supportive group setting. Leave feeling renewed, and invigorated - mind, body and spirit.
Mind Room
12:00PM - 1:30PM • Registration
2:00PM - 3:30PM • Human Design - Live An Aligned Life
Presenter: Hilary Wood
Human Design is a synthesis of Astrology, the Chinese I ‘Ching, the Hindu Chakra System and Quantum Physics. It is an extensive practice that is here to empower and expand you. Based on the time, date and place of your birth - it is a system that reveals how you’re uniquely wired to operate and thrive in work, relationships and life. So often what we criticize within ourselves is, in fact, our greatest gifts and human design is a permission slip to be the person you are meant to be. During this event, you will learn how your specific energy works and discover practical/actionable steps to live in alignment to create more flow and magnetize the life you want to live.
4:00PM - 5:00PM • A Guide to Energy
Presenter: Karen Musgrave
The process of a spiritual awakening can often be confusing and overwhelming. Without necessary information, many will struggle to maneuver through this rapid period of growth and the energy that they encounter daily. Awareness of what is happening around you, and for you, is a powerful tool that facilitates an environment where you can more gently learn and grow. During this event, you will discover five essential guidelines to keep your energy pure and authentic, and allow you to deepen your connection to your Self. Within these five guidelines, you will become the master of your energy and know how to move the energy that is no longer serving you. You will learn how to raise your vibration, manage energetic chords, ground your energy and receive guidance through meditation. Whether you are new to spiritual practices or looking to refresh your current knowledge - this event can assist you wherever you may be on your spiritual journey.
5:30PM - 6:30PM • Insulin and Hormones
Presenter: Dr. Kate Hadfield, ND
Insulin is the latest trendy topic, with everyone from celebrities to influencers discussing insulin resistance and weight-loss prescription drugs. Trying to learn the fundamentals of insulin, weight and hormones on your own can be overwhelming and confusing. During this event, discover the truth about insulin and how it relates to your hormonal health. Discover how insulin affects sleep problems, stubborn weight loss, painful periods, hot flashes and high cholesterol. Learn about insulin resistance, how it impacts your hormonal health and what you can do about it.
7:00PM – 8:30PM • Human design - Permission to be YOU
Presenter: Hilary Wood
Human Design is a synthesis of Astrology, the Chinese I ‘Ching, the Hindu Chakra System and Quantum Physics. It is an extensive practice that is here to empower and expand you. Based on the time, date and place of your birth - it is a system that reveals how you’re uniquely wired to operate and thrive in work, relationships and life. So often what we criticize within ourselves is, in fact, our greatest gifts and human design is a permission slip to be the person you are meant to be! During this event, you will learn how your specific energy works and discover practical/actionable steps to live in alignment to create more flow and magnetize the life you want to live.
Saturday
October 19, 2024
Body Room
8:30AM - 10:30AM • Breathwork for Self Compassion
Presenter: Iola Koether
The average person accumulates approximately 70,000 thoughts a day with 80% of them being repetitive and/or negative. When met with external pressures from everyday life, social expectations and traumas, our perception of what niceties, affirmations and encouragement we deserve become clouded. During this meditative breathwork session, you will learn how to use breathwork to drop past the chaos of the mind and into the essence of kindness and compassion found deep in your intuition. Allow yourself to look within and hear the kindness that you so easily give away to others. Bring your journal, a blanket, optional eye mask and anything that makes you feel comfortable.
Disclaimer: This event is not suitable for those who are Pregnant or those who have a significant history of Heart Conditions, Lung Conditions, Epilepsy, PTSD or Psychosis.
11:00AM – 12:30PM • Yoga for Adrenals and Stress
Presenter: Dr. Christine Perkins
EDIT During this traditional Kundalini Yoga class, you will experience a detoxification of your whole system: mind and body. You will begin with ancient breathing techniques proven to relax the mind and cleanse energy pathways in the body. The “Kriya” and movement will set you up to detox your precious lymphatic system, bowels and liver. You will conclude this event with Shavasana followed by a meditation to create a positive mind and invite prosperity into your life.
12:30PM - 2:00PM • LUNCH BREAK
2:00PM - 4:00PM • Shamanic Sound Meditation
Presenter: Hugo Lopes
Sound healing has been used by ancient civilizations since the beginning of time. This primordial teaching is based on the premise that all living matter vibrates at specific frequencies and that external sounds significantly change the vibration of different objects - such as our body. The sounds of nature alone instantly provides you a sense of immediate connection, creating an opportunity to release shields and masks you wear in your everyday life. During this event, you will have the opportunity to dive into a deep guided meditation, followed by the use of shamanic instruments to bring you to a pure state of presence and relaxation. In this state, you’ll be able to access parts of the self that have been hidden, and give awareness and love to a part of the self you haven’t explored yet. Connect to the source of everything and to yourself, through the guidance of the drums and your heartbeat. Through sound healing, you will discover the hidden power that exists inside you.
4:30PM - 5:30PM • Emotional Release Through Fascia
Presenter: Rima Chowdhury
It’s not all in your head - the issues can be stuck in your tissues as your body holds on to emotional memories too. In Osteopathy, the belief is that a person’s negative emotions - such as those experienced during a traumatic event - can stay locked inside the body deep within the fascia. If not released in a timely manner, these negative emotions can turn into emotional triggers and/or physical issues, such as neck or back pain. Discover mind-body techniques such as breathing exercises, meditation, dance and other forms of body movement to release the fascial tension that’s weighing on your emotional and physical well-being.
6:00PM - 7:30PM • Yoga Nidra and Sankalpa
Presenter: Kyle Henderson
Experience the transformative power of Yoga Nidra, a guided meditation practice also known as "yogic sleep." The event will begin with a discussion on Sankalpa - an affirmation that will help you achieve your goals. You will discover invaluable knowledge on brain states and how they are essential to enhancing your experience. Following the discussion, you will shift your focus inward, beyond the five senses, and learn to balance between the states of wakefulness and sleep. As you journey through different brain states and energy layers with awareness, you will explore the subconscious and become empowered to change your belief systems. You will also experience a sense of interconnected wholeness and become aware of your timeless Self, which is expansive and inclusive. This state will enable physical, emotional and mental healing, as you are restored and awakened to your deepest, all-knowing and all-welcoming self. Please bring a mat, blanket, pillow, optional eye mask and anything else you may need for your comfort.
Mind Room
8:30AM - 10:30AM • Sacred Manifestation
Presenter: Gillian White
You are the weaver of the web of your life. You are co-creating with the Universe with every breath, every thought and every action you take. You are either cosmically manifesting consciously or unconsciously and you are part of the decisions of the Creative Universe. You are all the power you need to create the life you desire! Manifesting is a way of living, and once you align yourself with this abundant energy, you will no longer need to chase after things; instead, abundance flows to you in the most magnificent ways. During this event, you will learn nine manifesting insights that will heal any manifesting blocks, so your soul's calling will flow easily and effortlessly, where your inner world aligns with your outer world. It is not about chasing; it is about being. This event is a springboard to your soul and your unique path to abundance.
11:00AM - 12:30PM • Spiritual and Personal Boundaries
Presenter: Stephanie Kamille
Boundaries are necessary – personally and spiritually – to support you in keeping a healthy balance. During this event, you will discover where you need boundaries, how to easily implement them into your life and how to reclaim your energy. You will come to understand boundaries in the five core areas: physical, mental, emotional, spiritual and time. If you are feeling unbalanced and heavy from other energy or overwhelmed by Spirit, you will develop a renewed sense of confidence in learning how to discern and set boundaries.
12:30PM - 2:00PM • LUNCH BREAK
2:00PM - 4:00PM • Exploring Past Lives
Presenter: Dr. Alishia Alibhai
Have you ever met someone and felt like you've known them forever? Have you had dreams that felt so real yet it seemed like another time and place? Do you struggle with certain areas of your life and cannot understand why? During this event, you will deepen your knowledge about past lives and explore how the clues around you in your current life are powerful links to your past lifetimes. You will learn how past life knowledge can be used to overcome obstacles, bring healing and provide beautiful insights into your present life. Following the lecture, you will have the opportunity to experience a mini past life guided visualization journey.
4:30PM - 5:30PM • Tapping to Transform Your Life
Presenter: Michelle Agopsowicz
EFT tapping is an energy Psychology technique that allows you to safely explore difficult emotions and release them from your body. The more you explore the exiled parts of yourself, the more you discover the messages those parts may have for you. We all struggle sometimes, but you don't need to suffer by getting stuck in difficult emotions. While it feels counterintuitive to go towards discomfort, the more you resist uncomfortable emotions - the stronger they become. During this event, you will discover what tapping is, how it works, the tapping points and why you need to address difficult emotions. Through several demonstrations, you will release emotions and beliefs so you can return to balance and find peace.
6:00PM - 7:30PM • Etheric Cord Cutting
Presenter: Dr. Alishia Alibhai
Etheric (energetic) cords attach between you and the people in your life. Energy flows back and forth between these cords and they contribute to deep connection when the relationship is flowing well. However, when there is discord between people - the energy flowing through the cords can negatively impact physical, emotional and mental well-being. For example, you may have a past relationship that is preventing you from moving forward (whether or not you still have contact with that person). Or there may be someone in your present life (e.g., a friend, family, member, co-worker, relationship partner) causing you pain, stress or unhappiness. You might even have some unresolved issues with someone who has passed away. During this event you will learn about etheric cords, what they are and how they impact us. You will experience a guided visualization designed to help you cut the negative cords between you and another person to bring you peace, alignment and healing.
Sunday
October 20, 2024
Body Room
8:30AM - 10:30AM • Witches Magick Circle – Celebrating Samhain
Presenter: Gillian White
It is time to gather by the sacred fire and celebrate as our ancestors did many moons ago, for it is Samhain! Samhain is a Gaelic festival marking the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter. It is the Witch's Halloween! Feel the magick of gathering in a witch's circle; it is a space to melt away your limiting beliefs and feel connected, healed and empowered. Activate your magickal ways and ignite the magick in your life. Learn the basic skills of spellwork and ritual, working with the elements, honoring our ancestors and connecting with nature and ourselves. Participate in a circle filled with magick, ritual and lots of cackling fun. Muggles are welcome too!
11:00AM - 12:30PM • Yoga Nidra
Presenter: Kyle Henderson
Experience the transformative power of Yoga Nidra, a guided meditation practice also known as "yogic sleep." During this event, you will discover invaluable knowledge on brain states and how they are essential to enhancing your experience. Following the discussion, you will shift your focus inward, beyond the five senses, and learn to balance between the states of wakefulness and sleep. As you journey through different brain states and energy layers with awareness, you will explore the subconscious and become empowered to change your belief systems. You will also experience a sense of interconnected wholeness and become aware of your timeless Self, which is expansive and inclusive. This state will enable physical, emotional and mental healing, as you are restored and awakened to your deepest, all-knowing and all-welcoming self. Please bring a mat, blanket, pillow, optional eye mask and anything else you may need for your comfort.
12:30PM - 2:00PM • LUNCH BREAK
2:00PM - 4:00PM • Crystal Sound Journey
Presenter: Colin Hillstrom
Integrate your Retreat experience with a healing sound journey that will balance your body, mind and brain complex. Release and rejoice, as you immerse yourself in a high vibrational acoustic energy field generated by some of the world's finest sound healing instruments. Relax and surrender and allow your chakras, endocrine system and brain to rebalance and realign. Leave the world behind, find your magic and allow yourself to experience true inner joy, peace and well-being.
4:30PM - 5:30PM • Root to Receive
Presenter: Hilary Wood
Experience a unique yoga class, designed to open the pathways of your lower body, creating a grounded connection to the earth. Through breath, movement and subtle body exploration - you will encourage a smooth current of energy through the body to help eliminate stress or stagnation and free up any areas that might feel blocked. Take time to physically connect to your inner knowing, a knowing that is always in alignment with your greater good and finish feeling lighter and clearer.
Mind Room
8:30AM - 10:30AM • The Five Elements of Letting Go
Presenter: Dr. Jared McCollum
Embark on a journey into The Five Elements of Oriental Medicine. The five element theory reveals the connection between your emotional, spiritual and physical body. Explore how your personality affects your organ system and can affect your experience of pain. During this event, you will learn how to use this system to help release trauma and find healing.
11:00AM - 12:30PM • Mediumship Mentorship: Wisdom From Spirit
Presenter: Tammy Tocheniuk
Discover how spirits communicate, how they use your senses to connect and how important validation and practice are to developing your own mediumship ability. You will learn what mediumship is and what it isn’t, how personal awareness and vibration are key to consistent connection, as well as how spirits may use symbology to deliver their messages. You will walk away with clarity, and most importantly, less confusion and fear regarding mediumship. There is nothing to fear and so much to learn. Mediumship at its core is validation of life after death - how life affirming is that!
12:30PM - 2:00PM • LUNCH BREAK
2:00PM - 4:00PM • Heal the Witch Wound
Presenter: Gillian White
The Witch Wound is trauma passed down through our ancestral roots and past lives that manifests as a fear of being seen, speaking one's truth and stepping into your full magick and power. Our Maiden, Mother and Crones were persecuted and hunted for being what people perceived as "witches," also known as Strong Women. Our ancestors who survived these dark times carried the memory of these events, not just in their minds but also in their bodies, which has been passed down through lineages. It is time to heal this wound and cut those ties that bind us. This journey will awaken that empowered, wise mystic that lives within you. You will emerge with a deep sense of self-worth, self-trust and a profound connection to your ancestors.
4:30PM - 5:30PM • Ayurveda
Presenter: Simmi Latulippe
Ayurveda is a system of holistic medicine designed to empower healthy living. During this event, you will discover your own unique dosha/constitution and learn to listen to the subtle whispers of your being. Discover how to support your unique body, so that it no longer needs to scream to get your attention. Cultivate better self-awareness and learn to embrace YOU.