Wellness Retreat
Friday
April 25, 2025
Body Room
12:00PM - 1:30PM • Registration
2:00PM - 3:30PM • Restorative Sonic Immersion
Presenter: Kim Dick
Allow yourself to become fully immersed in the present as you journey within the frequencies of sacred instruments. This deeply restorative sonic immersion features Planetary Gongs and Alchemical Crystal Bowls that offer tones to calm the mind, reset the nervous system and activate your higher potential healing codes. Ascend to new heights with the high frequency of crystalline tones and descend into the inner realms of knowledge with the deep waves of the ancient gongs. Drift away on a sacred sojourn to activate your innate soul’s wisdom and allow the binaural tones to balance the brain’s hemispheres, while you rest in a restorative nest. Embody the lessons found in the journey as you move forward on your path.
4:00PM - 5:00PM • Somatic Stretch
Presenter: Kim Mayberry
Nurture your body with a series of movements based on classical stretch and somatic exercises. Move slowly and intuitively for optimum openness while calming your nervous system. You will feel more open and relaxed with each movement and you will also receive Reiki at the end of class for full relaxation and release. This event will give you tools to use throughout the Retreat Weekend to alleviate any tension and keep your body in balance.
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 • Roll and Release
Presenter: Tamara Royal
Discover the process of rolling your muscles using therapy balls. Relief is possible with myofascial release, using simple techniques you can integrate and carry into your current routine. Your self-massage session will target deep into your high-tension areas and can increase your range of motion, ease muscle pain and support muscle recovery. Experience this unique healing modality, connect with your breath and ease into a gentle release. Therapy balls are provided.
Mind Room
12:00PM - 1:30PM • Registration
2:00PM - 3:30PM • The Healing Power of Sound
Presenter: Sharon Carne
Sound is nourishment for your nervous system. However, in a noisy world it is often challenging to discern what sounds nourish you and what sounds don’t. Sound is a supremely effective tool for self-care. Explore how to tune your nervous system with the powerful effects of sound and music to create wellbeing. Discover effective ways to make your days calmer and experience how quickly sound can help you shift into harmony and ease.
4:00PM - 5:00PM • Navigating Perimenopause with Confidence
Presenter: Dr. Kate Hadfield
Perimenopause is a misunderstood time of life best described as a second adolescence or a hormonal roller coaster ride. During this event, you will discover the physical and emotional changes that occur during this pivotal time. You will explore common symptoms such as irregular periods, hot flashes and mood swings, and you will learn how hormonal fluctuations impact your body and mind. You will learn practical strategies for managing symptoms - including lifestyle changes, nutrition and stress reduction techniques. Empower yourself with knowledge and embrace this natural phase of life with confidence and clarity. This event is recommended for women, as well as men who want to better understand and support the women in their lives.
5:30PM - 6:30PM • Ancient Knowledge for Modern Living
Presenter: Kim Dick
Delve into the wisdom of Ancient Chinese Medicine, a 5,000 year old modality that has its roots in shamanistic, cosmological and folk-medicine practices. Discover the Five-Element Cycle and discuss seasonal strategies to align with the energetic pivots throughout the year. Learn and incorporate the strategies of the Wood season of Spring to allow you to stay flexible, nourished and ready to sway in the wind. You will study Acupressure points, interact with the meridian system of your body and talk strategy to bring the flavors and colors of the season into your kitchen. During this informative event, you will discover practices that can support you during the current seasonal shifts and bring sacred knowledge home with you to integrate the ancient into your daily life.
7:00PM – 8:30PM • Shift Your Limiting Beliefs
Presenter: Randa Sultan
Your limiting beliefs can result in the manifestation of undesired cycles and keep you trapped in repeating patterns. During this transformative event, you will discover how your body holds the key to unlocking deeply ingrained beliefs that may be holding you back in life. By reconnecting with your body’s innate intelligence, you will gain valuable insights into your thought patterns, emotions and behaviors - empowering you to make lasting change. You will be guided through an experiential somatic exercise, to harness the wisdom of your body, release old patterns and embrace new possibilities. Whether you're seeking to overcome self-doubt, break free from old habits, or step into your fullest potential, this event offers practical tools and profound insights to support your journey. Leave feeling empowered, inspired and ready to embrace a life of greater authenticity, joy and abundance.
Saturday
April 26, 2025
Body Room
8:30AM - 10:30AM • Balance Your Being
Presenter: Randa Sultan
Enhance your ability to heal through knowledge of the chakras, accompanied by an experiential guided meditation and crystal sound bowl alignment. Discover the seven main energy centres in the body and their connection to your emotional, physical and mental state of being. Learn how to identify when the chakras are out of balance and what your ailments and physical symptoms are telling you – allowing you to achieve a healthier state overall. Dive into the understandings of how your dominant chakra can affect your relationships and influence your perspectives. Align your energetics through a guided meditation and visualization for chakra clearing and balancing. This event will enhance your ability to walk through life empowered, with greater ease, balance and a deeper connection to yourself.
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.
12:30PM - 2:00PM • LUNCH BREAK
2:00PM - 4:00PM • Witches Magick Circle
Presenter: Gillian White
It is time to gather by the sacred fire and celebrate as our ancestors did many moons ago - for it is Spring. It is a time for profound inner change, bringing powerful shifts filled with hope and optimism. 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. You will weave spells around releasing what isn't serving you and call in new vibrations of fresh beginnings, abundance and creativity. Come and participate in a circle filled with magick, ritual and lots of cackling fun. Muggles are welcome too.
4:30PM - 5:30PM • Movement Temple
Presenter: Kim Mayberry
Expand into joy with this creative combination of dance, yoga, somatics and meditation that encourages deep release and fosters well-being of body, mind and soul. Take care of your beautiful Temple and embrace all aspects of self. Nourish yourself through movement and music. Sweat it out. Breathe it out. Let the rhythm become a remedy.
6:00PM - 7:30PM • Kundalini Yoga: Balancing the Ten Bodies
Presenter: Dr. Christine Perkins
Experience a traditional Kundalini Yoga class that will increase your energy and modulate the effects of stress on your body. Learn about ancient breathing techniques proven to relax the mind and cleanse energy pathways in the body and allow the “Kriya” to assist you in detoxing your precious lymphatic system, bowels and liver. Discover your ten energetic, mental and physical "bodies" and experience the amazing effects of movement, breathwork and meditation designed to balance you energetically, mentally and physically.
Mind Room
8:30AM - 10:30AM • Live Your Purpose
Presenter: Jay Clarke
Living in alignment with what matters most to you changes the entire dynamic of your life. Your perspectives and experiences are enriched through the joy you feel by following your passions and embracing your purpose. Whether you are maneuvering through a major transitional period in your life, or you simply feel that you are meant to do more, discovering - and embracing - your true calling is life changing. During this event, you will embark on a powerful journey of self discovery where you will begin the process of taking control of your life. You will learn strategies and practical steps to discover, unlock and truly live your purpose. No matter your stage in life, it is never too late to embrace who you know you are meant to be.
11:00AM - 12:30PM • The Toxicity Dilemma
Presenter: Dr. Christine Perkins
Toxicity has become a common concern in the modern world. While the human body is a miraculous system designed to protect and heal, modern society has created a challenging environment for our bodies. This enlightening event will delve into the concept of toxicity and explain how your body becomes toxic. Although the dilemma you face living in a polluted world can feel overwhelming, there are many tools at your disposal. During this event, you will discover naturopathic solutions to create vibrant health and resiliency against toxicity so that you can thrive.
12:30PM - 2:00PM • LUNCH BREAK
2:00PM - 4:00PM • Connecting Beyond the Veil
Presenter: Jaime Breeze
Delve into the transformative world of mediumship that opens the doorway to connection beyond the veil. During this event, you will embark on a journey like no other - a journey of discovery, connection and profound insight. Delve into the depths of the spiritual realm where you may receive messages from your loved ones and beloved pets who have crossed over. This is an opportunity to explore the power of your own intuition and enhance your skills, as you learn valuable techniques and practices to strengthen your connection with the other side. Discover that each moment is infused with the potential for healing, closure and spiritual growth. Embrace the mystery and the magic of mediumship, as you ignite your innate abilities and open the mind to the limitless possibilities of the unseen world. Please bring a pen, journal and a photo of a deceased human or pet that you would like to connect with.
4:30PM - 5:30PM • Messages from the Other Side
Presenter: Jaime Breeze
Embark on a fascinating journey into the afterlife and experience a live mediumship event. Immerse yourself in the wonder of spirit communication, where connections to the other side may bring messages of love, healing and guidance. You may be invited to participate in a deeply personal experience, where the spirits may communicate directly with you - offering comfort and insight into your life journey. Within this supportive and inclusive environment, all attendees can witness the awe-inspiring connections between this world and the next. Whether you receive a message or simply bear witness to the magic of mediumship, this event promises to leave you with a sense of wonder and reverence to the unseen forces that guide and surround you.
6:00PM - 7:30PM • Embodied Psychology for Anxiety & Depression
Presenter: Laurie Trace
There are over 400 models of psychotherapy, many of which contradict each other, and most of which strive to 'cure' human suffering in one form or another. But what if the so-called problem isn't the symptoms themselves, but rather, the way you've been taught to relate to distressing emotions. Pioneers in the field of trauma-informed compassionate approaches to human distress propose that depression and anxiety are actually normal responses to a culture that pushes you past your limits, normalizes business, promotes competition and rewards you for betraying yourself daily. It's time for a new perspective on mental health, one that views suffering through a trauma-informed, strength-based lens, one that honours human resiliency and the innate wisdom for self-healing you have always possessed. This session will leave you hopeful, inspired and practically equipped for the peace and joy you deserve.
Sunday
April 27, 2025
Body Room
8:30AM - 10:30AM • Sacred Heart Journey
Presenter: Gillian White
During this heart opening meditation, you will begin your journey in ritual creating a sacred space for healing, love and transformation. You will explore opening your heart to compassion, forgiveness and the limitless flow of love. As you relax into a peaceful state, you’ll release emotional heaviness and past hurts creating space for profound healing and deeper connection with yourself and others. Living from your heart guides you on the path that calls to your soul, aligning you with your truest self and the manifestation of your heart’s deepest desires. This practice invites you to embrace the energy of love within and around you, cultivating a sense of lightness, joy and clarity. Through this process, you’ll awaken your innate ability to create a life filled with meaningful relationships, heartfelt intentions, and abundant possibilities. This meditation is not just a practice of healing, but a transformative journey into the essence of your being, where the wisdom of the heart serves as a compass to navigate life’s challenges with grace and authenticity. Embark on a powerful journey and expand your heart’s capacity to give and receive love freely - stepping into the vibrant flow of your soul’s calling.
11:00AM - 12:30PM • The Power of Manifesting
Presenter: Dr. Alishia Alibhai
With its vibrant blooms and budding new life, Spring offers nature’s inspiring lesson in renewal and growth. As the earth awakens from its slumber, this season invites you to plant the seeds of fresh beginnings welcoming in new energy and opportunities. With prompts to guide you, you’ll reflect on qualities, experiences and opportunities you wish to cultivate in your life. You will then be led on a guided meditation journey to visualize planting these seeds to help you vibrationally align with your heart’s desires.
12:30PM - 2:00PM • LUNCH BREAK
2:00PM - 4:00PM • Inner Resources For Resilience
Presenter: Laurie Trace
The human brain is highly adaptable and can learn new ways of feeling and reacting in response to stressful events. Even if you’ve survived traumatic circumstances. Even if you’ve never been nurtured, seen or supported the way you deserved to be. Even if you have no interest in talking about painful memories or engaging in talk therapy. During this powerful event, discover how to use your body and mind to create your own personalized team of inner resources. Allow yourself to rewire your brain for joy, confidence, safety and unconditional love.
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 embody your experience and finish feeling lighter and clearer.
Mind Room
8:30AM - 10:30AM • Harness the Power of Your Brain
Presenter: Kyle Henderson
Embark on a powerful journey where you will explore brain states, limiting beliefs and the intricate relationship between your mental patterns and emotional well-being. Discover how different brain states - such as beta, alpha, theta and delta - affect your thoughts and behaviours, influencing your perceptions of reality. By understanding these states, you will learn how to identify when they are operating from limiting beliefs, which often stem from past experiences and societal conditioning. This event will include practical exercises that you can perform at home to shift brain states, enabling you to access a more empowered mindset on a daily basis. By uncovering the origins of your limiting beliefs, you will be equipped with tools to reframe your thoughts and foster personal growth. This enlightening event will emphasize the power of neuroplasticity, illustrating how conscious effort can reshape your beliefs and ultimately transform your life. Discover powerful teachings that combine science and self-discovery, paving the way for a more fulfilling future.
11:00AM - 12:30PM • How to Heal Attachment Wounds
Presenter: Laurie Trace
Your earliest experiences in relationships form the blueprint for how you attach to others in adulthood. Your attachment style is not fixed, but it creates a predictable emotional landscape across your lifespan. Attachment patterns inform the way you see yourself and others which means they can solidify, or disrupt, your capacity for true intimacy. Because your attachment system is neurologically synched with your survival system, attachment trauma is often found at the root of emotional reactivity and interpersonal stress. Ready for the good news? You can restore security and a felt sense of connection regardless of your past experiences. During this event, you will discover key insights and practical steps for healing attachment wounds and reclaiming your inherent felt sense of belonging.
12:30PM - 2:00PM • LUNCH BREAK
2:00PM - 4:00PM • Embracing Power: Healing the Witch Wound
Presenter: Gillian White
The Witch Wound, a trauma echoing through ancestral roots and past lives, 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 you. This journey will awaken the empowered, wise mystic that lives within you and allow you to embody your full potential and reclaim your magickal birthright. You will emerge with a deep sense of self-worth, self-trust and a profound connection to your ancestors.
4:30PM - 5:30PM • Unlock the Power of Essential Oils
Presenter: Dr. Alishia Alibhai
Dive into the world of essential oils. Discover their origins, benefits and healing properties, as well as how they can support physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being. During this event, you will explore various oils and their wide range of unique properties, from promoting relaxation and mental clarity to enhancing spiritual connection and supporting bones, joints and skin. Learn how to assess the quality of essential oils and safely incorporate them into your daily life. Whether you’re looking to reduce stress, support physical health, release emotions, or deepen your personal wellness journey - this event will empower you with the knowledge and tools to make essential oils a meaningful part of your life.