Rest and Receive™

Learn how to maintain and return to those practices on-demand, continuing long after the retreat.

It’s not all “dolce far niente” sweet doing nothing time. Some adventure takes place, too!

Upcoming Retreats

Join us for a 3-day Rest and Receive™ retreat at the stunning Skamania Lodge in the heart of the Pacific Northwest. Nestled in lush forests and overlooking the Columbia River, Skamania Lodge is the perfect backdrop for a transformative experience.

We’ll immerse ourselves in nature, enjoying gentle hikes and mindful movement sessions that reconnect us with our bodies and the world around us. Our time together will be a balanced blend of relaxation and activity, designed to help you recharge physically and mentally.

We’ll explore the art of moderation, learning to find harmony in our lives through insightful workshops and practical exercises, including a keynote by former owner and CEO of Ponzi Vineyards, Anna Maria Ponzi. These sessions will equip you with tools to integrate balanced living into your daily routine, ensuring the benefits of the retreat extend beyond your stay.

In addition to our educational activities, you’ll have ample time to rest and reflect in the serene environment of Skamania Lodge. Enjoy nourishing meals crafted from local ingredients, unwind in cozy accommodations, and take advantage of the lodge’s luxurious amenities.

With this Rest and Receive™, you are taken care of from arrival to departure in Zagreb, Croatia’s capital, and throughout our leisurely journey together in Istria, a triangular peninsula at the head of the Adriatic arm of the Mediterranean Sea.

We’ll explore spectacular locations of ancient history, including Roman temples, Colosseum and basilicas, medieval towns in refreshing natural settings, mystical stone hills, and ancient Goddess sites. We’ll also spend time in vibrant city settings, romancing our taste buds with gourmet organic food bursting with vitality.

We’ll incorporate morning movement and skillful workshops to teach you how to amplify, maintain and return to practices of self-rejuvenation on-demand, continuing after the retreat.

Past Retreats

Experience a mini Rest and Receive™ retreat to restore and cultivate your personal power through rest, movement, and nourishment after a busy week. Relax with us in a serene, tree-lined setting by the river, just minutes from downtown Portland. 

Enjoy light libations with lovely rosé, other delicious wine, or refreshing non-alcoholic beverages as we get to know each other and the beautiful premises, followed by a scrumptious family-style meal that accommodates dietary restrictions (GF, V, VG options available).

Engage in retreat facilitation with delightful, fun workshop-style exercises, and gentle movement in nearby nature. Receive carefully curated gift bags upon arrival and departure, with a special winner prize.

This retreat offers an opportunity for women to connect, share experiences, and build lasting relationships in a warm and welcoming environment.

With this Rest and Receive™, our attendees were taken care of from arrival to departure in Zagreb, Croatia’s capital, and throughout our leisurely journey together in Istria, a triangular peninsula at the head of the Adriatic arm of the Mediterranean Sea.

We explored spectacular locations of ancient history, including Roman temples, Colosseum and basilicas, medieval towns in refreshing natural settings, mystical stone hills, and ancient Goddess sites. We spent time in vibrant city settings, romancing our taste buds with gourmet organic food bursting with vitality.

We incorporated ritual and skillful workshops to teach you how to amplify, maintain and return to practices of self-rejuvenation on-demand, continuing after the retreat.