LET’S REST + RESET TOGETHER

We’re so thrilled you’re joining us!

For fIVE 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.

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, APRIL 22nd

  • 4- 5PM:ARRIVAL

  • 6PM: WELCOME CIRCLE & DINNER

  • 8PM: WE BEGIN HERE SOUND BATH with Natalia

DAY 2: THURSDAY, APRIL 23rd

  • 8-9:45AM: SELF-SERVE BREAKFAST

    • 8:45AM YOGA with Jammella

  • 10AM-11:15AM: MORNING SESSION

    • MIND: ENNEAGRAM with Maren

  • 11:15-12:30PM: RELAXATION TIME

  • 12:30-1:30PM:SELF-SERVE LUNCH

  • 1:30 - 3:30 AFTERNOON WELLNESS SESSION 

    • BODY: GUIDED WALK with Yaniv

  • 3:30 - 5PM FREE TIME 

  • 5:30PM: EVENING RITUAL

    • SPIRIT: SPIRITUAL ALCHEMY JOURNEY with Judy

  • 6:30PM: GROUP DINNER

DAY 3: FRIDAY, APRIL 24th

  • 8-10:00AM: SELF-SERVE BREAKFAST 

    • 8:45 AM YOGA with Jammella

  • 10AM-11:15AM: MORNING SESSION 

    • MIND: ASTROLOGY with Jocelin

  • 11:15-12:30PM: RELAXATION TIME

  • 12:30-1:30PM:SELF-SERVE LUNCH

  • 1:30 - 3:30 AFTERNOON WELLNESS SESSION 

    • BODY: EMBODIED DESIRE PRACTICE with Tara

  • 5:30PM: GROUP DINNER

  • 8PM - late: SURPRISE!

DAY 4: SATURDAY, APRIL 25th

  • 8-10:00AM: SELF-SERVE BREAKFAST 

    • 8:45AM YOGA w. Jammella

  • 10AM-4PM: CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE DAY

    • Cait’s SOAP MAKING

    • Maren’s SALT SCRUBS

    • REIKI with Casey

    • EQUINE THERAPY (extra add on, book separately)

  • 12:30-1:30PM:SELF-SERVE LUNCH

  • 4PM-6PM HAPPY HOUR

    • GUIDED WINE TASTING with Casey

  • 6PM: GROUP DINNER

  • EVENING FIRE (Weather permitting)

DAY 5: SUNDAY, APRIL 26TH

  • 8 - 10AM: SELF-SERVE BREAKFAST

  • 10AM: CLOSING CEREMONY

  • 12PM: SELF-SERVE LUNCH

  • 2PM: DEPARTURE

GUEST EXPERTS

  • A woman with dark brown hair, smiling, wearing a blue shirt, hoop earrings, and a necklace, with a dark background.

    Jocelin Martinéz

    MANAGING TIME THROUGH ASTROLOGY

  • A woman with blonde hair wearing pink glasses and red lipstick, smiling outdoors with trees in the background.

    Maren Gauldin

    CHANGE & PERSONAL TRANSFORMATION THROUGH THE ENNEAGRAM

  • A woman with curly hair, tattoos on her arms, and rings on her fingers, is sitting in front of a window with her eyes closed and her hand on her chest, appearing to practice mindfulness or meditation.

    Jammella Anderson

    YOGA NIDRA & VINYASSA

  • A woman with curly hair wearing a maroon cap with the word 'Please' embroidered on it, smiling outdoors with trees in the background.

    Tara Rainstrom

    EMBODIED DESIRE PRACTICE

  • A woman with wavy blonde hair wearing a red leather jacket and black clothing, smiling and standing next to a brick wall.

    Casey Carroll

    REIKI & QUESTIONS TO HOLD

  • A woman with long, wavy red hair holding four rolls of washi tape, smiling outdoors near a body of water with boats and trees in the background.

    Cait Fitzpatrick

    SOAP MAKING & SENSORY PLAY

  • Judy Gomez

    SPIRITUAL ALCHEMY JOURNEY

  • Natalia Aristizabal

    SOUND BATH

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

MORE ARRIVAL INFO

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! 

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