Windhover Weekend Retreat 9/18-21
Join us for a long weekend of camaraderie and connection to nature while we celebrate this Summer's grand finale. September is a time of change and renewal, and the Fall equinox reminds us to balance darkness with light. The rustic setting is perfect for that, like a summer camp for adults!
The Venue: Windhover Performing Arts Center in Rockport, Massachusetts. Comprised of a collection of 8 small shingled cabins scattered on a grassy meadow at the tip of Cape Ann, Windhover has been well-known as a historic locale for traveling dance troupes for the past 50 + years. It is ideally located very near the Halibut Point State Park, where we will take our morning walks. The park has a breathtaking view of the Atlantic Ocean adjacent to a dazzling pristine granite quarry. This is our second time hosting a retreat there. Please scroll all the way down to see the cabin and bed choices.
Retreat Activities: Our Creative Well-being Retreats are a curated blend of art workshops, yoga, nature walks, guided meditation, journaling and sharing sessions. This format was designed over 16 years ago and still brings participants together in the most amazing way. You will leave refreshed, inspired and with new insights to guide you on your personal path. Read more here.
Retreat Leaders: Sigrid Olsen, Jamie Coffey and Martha Abbot.
SCHEDULE:
Friday 9/18 Arrivals 2-4 pm, Welcome Circle 4 pm, Welcome Dinner 6 pm
Saturday & Sunday 9/19
7:15 am Breath-work with Martha or Morning Stretch with Jamie
8:30 am Nature Walk, 10 am Guided meditation/Journaling/Sharing Circle
12 noon: Lunch
1:00-4:00 Art workshop
4:30 pm All Levels Yoga
6:00 pm Saturday: Catered Dinner, Sunday: Dinner Out
Monday September 21 Departures (after Closing Circle around noon)
7:15 am Breath-work with Martha or Morning Stretch with Jamie
8:00 am Nature Walk, 9 am Yoga, 10:30 am Closing Circle
MEALS:
Breakfast: For those staying at the venue, the kitchen will be well-stocked with breakfast items and you can serve yourself at any time. Please let us know if there is anything in particular you would like us to provide. Please note: We only include fresh, unprocessed, natural foods in our pantry. Be sure to let us know of any food allergies or dietary preferences.
Lunch: Buffet style lunch is provided for everyone on Saturday and Sunday--usually includes soup, salad, breads and spreads (cheese, hummus etc).
Dinner: Friday and Saturday evenings dinner is provided for the entire group. Sunday night is our night to go out and cover your own meal. You can choose to join the group at a local restaurant or go out on your own. It is usually a fun event to get out and see the area and share a meal together!
Retreat Fee: Overnight guests will have a choice of private or shared cabins (first come, first served), ranging in price from $660 (shared)-$1200 (private). We are also offering a day rate of $500 for locals or those staying elsewhere. Fee includes: 2 lunches, 2 dinners and provisions for self-serve breakfast in the communal kitchen. Some shared art supplies will be provided and those participating in the art workshops will receive a supply list to purchase/bring additional supplies.
TO REGISTER: Please email sigridolsen@mac.com or call 508.843.8096 to ensure your room choice is available. A $100 non-refundable deposit is required to hold your space. Final payment is due by September 1, 2026.
