GET SOME REST

We’re so thrilled you’re joining us!

For four days, we will gather as an act of resistance, presence, and devotion. Supported by practices in the realms of inquiry, creativity, spiritual growth, and mindfulness, our intention is to hold an expansive container to shape change together.

If you have not filled out the Google Form, please do so as soon as possible. This will help us finalize the agenda.

Please also be sure to fill out the Waiver and Release Forms. These are required by the retreat space, and need to be submitted before we can finalize room assignments.

YOUR DEEP REST EXPERIENCE

BWB will lead the experience with lightly guided activities and rituals in the morning and evening. Group wellness sessions and program offerings will be available throughout the retreat. Session details, scheduling and guest facilitator information can be found below.

DAY 1: WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1st

  • 4- 5PM: ARRIVAL

  • 6PM: WELCOME CIRCLE & DINNER

  • 7:30PM: Yoga for Deep Sleep with Jammella Anderson

DAY 2: THURSDAY, October 2nd

  • 7:30-9AM: SELF-SERVE BREAKFAST

  • 9AM: Morning Circle

  • 9:45-11AM: Change + Transformation through the Enneagram with Maren Gauldin

  • 11AM-12PM: RELAXATION TIME

  • 12-1:30PM: SELF-SERVE LUNCH

  • 1:30 - 3:30PM: Sound Journey + Meditation for Deep Rest with Carrie Grossman

  • 3:30 - 5PM: FREE TIME 

  • 5PM: Yoga Nidra with Jammella Anderson

  • 6:30PM: GROUP DINNER

DAY 3: FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3rd

  • 7:30-9AM: SELF-SERVE BREAKFAST

  • 9AM: Managing Time Through Astrology with Jocelin Martinez

  • 11AM-12PM: RELAXATION TIME

    • Massage + Body Work Sessions with Kate Mial

    • Reiki Sessions with Casey Carroll

  • 12-1:30PM: LUNCH

  • 1-5PM: RELAXATION TIME

    • Massage + Body Work Sessions with Kate Mial

    • Reiki Sessions with Casey Carroll

  • 5-6:30PM: FREE TIME

  • 6:30PM: GROUP DINNER

  • EVENING FIRE CIRCLE

DAY 4: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4th

  • 7:30-9AM: SELF-SERVE BREAKFAST

  • 9AM-12PM: MORNING RITUAL + RELAXATION

    • Soap Making Sessions with Cait Fitzpatrick

    • Reiki Sessions with Casey Carroll

  • 12-1:30PM: LUNCH

  • 2-3PM: Restorative Meditations and Affirmations with Sadee Brathwaite

  • 3-6PM FREE TIME

    • Soap Making Sessions with Cait Fitzpatrick

    • Reiki Sessions with Casey Carroll

  • 6PM: GROUP DINNER

DAY 5: SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5TH

  • 7:30-9AM: SELF-SERVE BREAKFAST

  • 10AM: CLOSING CEREMONY

  • 12PM: SELF-SERVE LUNCH

  • 2PM: DEPARTURE

GUEST EXPERTS

  • Sadee Brathwaite

    RESTORATIVE MEDITATION & AFFIRMATIONS

  • Jocelin Martinéz

    MANAGING TIME THROUGH ASTROLOGY

  • Maren Gauldin

    CHANGE & PERSONAL TRANSFORMATION THROUGH THE ENNEAGRAM

  • Jammella Anderson

    YOGA NIDRA

  • Kate Mial

    MASSAGE SERVICES

  • Casey Carroll

    REIKI & QUESTIONS TO HOLD

  • Carrie Grossman

    SOUND JOURNEY & MEDITATION

  • Cait Fitzpatrick

    SOAP MAKING & SENSORY PLAY

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

A few things to know before for your arrival:

AKERA provides plenty of snuggly blankets and pillows for your stay. Bath and hand towels, washcloths and spa area towels are provided to each guest. Shampoo, conditioner, and body soap are also provided in each bathroom.

Suggested Packing List:

  • water bottle

  • swimsuit for spa area

  • sturdy shoes for nature trails

  • weather/season considered clothing/layers

  • eyemask for slumber after sunrise

  • an umbrella

  • a journal or notebook for your dreams, insights and learnings

Akera’s address is: 2299 Ulster Heights Rd, Woodbourne, NY 12788

You can find additional transportation info on Akera’s website including the nearest bus stations, and taxi services. Once you arrive, you can use this map of AKERA to navigate to the Grand Chalet where we’ll meet.

Enjoy your journey through the Catskills! We’ll see you soon!