Elemental Balance Retreat: April 22-24 2022

 

Elemental Balance Retreat 
• The Wood Element •

April 22-24, 2022

Awakening from the deep introspection of the Winter season, we embrace the bubbling energy of Spring. We are called to embody the balance between yin and yang, structure and flow. The element of wood reminds us of the tree slowly drawing nourishment from its roots to generate renewal and rebirth. We mirror this energy as we patiently allow the seeds we planted during the winter months to blossom. 

The Elemental Balance Retreat is centered on celebrating your ability to deepen your connection to the body and mind so that you may navigate your path with a playful spirit. Daily offerings in guided meditation, breath work, vinyasa and yin practices will focus on balancing the liver and gall bladder meridians to promote effective communication and expression and bring forward your soul's deep, loving compassion. During this three day and two night experience, You will harness your joy with vibrancy to prepare for this new season. I invite you to join me on this journey exploring the growth and change you are capable of creating.

The Space

We will gather at Four Farms Place in Greensboro, NC in their newly renovated private lake house. This peaceful abode offers three shared bedrooms, bathroom, full kitchen, mediation room, lake access and walking trails, and several indoor and outdoor spaces for us to relax, journal, and connect over the weekend.

View overlooking Jefferson Club Lake

The Great Room

Shared Queen

Shared Twin

Shared Queen

Shared Bathroom

The Journey

The journey begins Friday afternoon at 3p as we arrive into the space. We will open with a gathering circle and ayurvedic dinner prepared by our private chef. The evening will conclude with a Yin practice to balance the liver and gallbladder meridians. 

Saturday morning, Julia-Grace will lead a guided meditation and breathwork practice to clear stagnation and prepare us for the day ahead. Brunch and Vinyasa yoga will follow leading into an afternoon of integration and play. Saturday evening, Kari Allison will be on-site to host our Cacao Ceremony. Cacao is a powerful plant medicine  (not psychoactive) that expands the heart space so that we may connect with the blessings of Mother Earth more deeply. This Cacao Ceremony will prepare us for a guided meditation to embrace your inner child and peer into your vision for the coming season. We will share a nourishing family-style dinner before closing our night with a guided Yoga Nidra to relax the body for a deep, restful sleep.

Sunday morning will open with another meditation and breathwork practice with Julia-Grace. Brunch and our closing send-off circle will conclude this journey together.

Investment

Your experience includes your accommodations for the weekend at Four Farms Place, 5 Ayurvedic meals prepared by our private chef, Cacao Ceremony with Kari Allison, daily guided practices lead by Julia-Grace, and access to the private lake and walking trails on the property.

$695     Early Bird (before February 28th)

 

$795     Wise Owl (after February 28th)

$895     Late Owl (after March 31st)

A $250 deposit is required to secure your spot. Deposits are non-refundable. Payment plans are available upon request. 

By making your deposit, you are agreeing to the Retreat Terms and Conditions.

Note: All rooms are shared, so please let me know of roommate requests and I will do my best to accommodate. If you require a private room, there is a $200 upcharge. 

If your Soul would prefer to sleep in nature under the stars, we do have a camping option with space for your hammock or tent! Please notify upon booking of your accommodation preference. There is a $100 discount if you choose the camping option.

To book your journey at the Elemental Balance Retreat, please email jpolich@wakehealth.edu.

I look forward to this journey home with You, my dear friend!

         In Joy,

        Julia-Grace