Retreats & Workshops
We offer various retreats throughout the year, as well as rent the retreat to other groups who wish to facilitate their own retreat.
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PAST RETREATS
Summer Wellness Retreat:
Love Yourself Up! (full)
July 17-18, 2018 at Renewal Retreat
(Tuesday 8 am - Wednesday 6:00 pm)
Facilitators :
Therese Bowler & Jenna Bowler-Cooke
therese bowler: owner & facilitator of renewal retreat
jenna bowler-cooke: artist at flowjbc.com
join us for two days of deep care for your mind, body and spirit
see below...
Love Yourself Up! (full)
July 17-18, 2018 at Renewal Retreat
(Tuesday 8 am - Wednesday 6:00 pm)
Facilitators :
Therese Bowler & Jenna Bowler-Cooke
therese bowler: owner & facilitator of renewal retreat
jenna bowler-cooke: artist at flowjbc.com
join us for two days of deep care for your mind, body and spirit
see below...
come relax, play and nourish yourself! |
indulge yourself in quiet riverfront yoga,
guided and silent meditation, expressive art, personal nature mandala, reiki share and closing healing circle in the tipi nutritious vegetarian meals and accommodation in the log retreat, also... plenty of free time to enjoy the outdoor hot tub under the stars, fire pit, hammocks, kayaks, paddle boards, wellness library etc Cost: $400 Register with a friend and save $25 each. To register: complete the form below or email relax@renewalretreat.com or call 519-525-5568 |
Women's Retreat at Renewal Retreat
Re-Wilding: Fierce and Free
March 9-11, 2018 ( sorry. now full)
Facilitated By Daniella Comacchio
Owner and Instructor at The Yoga Nook
Reiki - Thai Yoga Massage - Meditation
Link to Women's Retreat
Please contact Daniella directly regarding this retreat.
theyoganookcontact@gmail.com
905-808-2166
Re-Wilding: Fierce and Free
March 9-11, 2018 ( sorry. now full)
Facilitated By Daniella Comacchio
Owner and Instructor at The Yoga Nook
Reiki - Thai Yoga Massage - Meditation
Link to Women's Retreat
Please contact Daniella directly regarding this retreat.
theyoganookcontact@gmail.com
905-808-2166
Summer Soul Retreats : Yoga & Wellness Retreats
July 11-13, 2017 (full)
August 1-3, 2017 (full)
come treat yourself to two nights and two days of deep care for yourself
register with a friend and save $25 each
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indulge in quiet riverfront yoga, guided and silent meditation, expressive art, healing reiki, nutritious vegetarian meals and accommodation in the log retreat,
also... plenty of free time to enjoy the outdoor hot tub under the stars, fire pit, hammocks, kayaks, paddle boards, wellness library etc |
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arrive: tuesday 7 pm depart thursday 5 pm
cost: $400 all inclusive (plus hst) facilitators: therese from renewalretreat.com anne from healingrootsreiki.com jenna from flowjbc.com click on this link to view jenna's artistic process: https://youtu.be/7NIA_57xbPI
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Summer Love Yourself - Soul Retreat Schedule
July 11-13, 2017 and August 1-3, 2018
All inclusive; however, you are free to participate at your leisure.
The Riverfront Yoga Deck and The Inner Peace Room are available throughout the retreat for personal yoga practice and meditation.
The Riverfront Yoga Deck and The Inner Peace Room are available throughout the retreat for personal yoga practice and meditation.
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Tuesday, July 11, 2017 / August 1, 2017
7 pm Welcome Circle, Letting Go and Welcoming In Sign up for Karma Yoga and Treatment of choice 8– 10 pm Free time: Treatments, Hot Tub, Fire pit, Walk, Read, Journal, Sit By The River … 10 pm Lights Out and Silence (10 pm – 8 am) Wednesday, July 12, 2017/ August 2, 2017 6-8 am Self Serve: Silent Breakfast and Free Time “Silence Please” until first session at 8 am 8 am Guided Pranayama & Self Love Meditation 9 am Yoga 10:15 Tea and Snack 11 am Guided Chakra Activation and Meditation Session 12-1 pm Lunch 1-3 pm Treatments and Free Time 3-6 pm Expressive Art Session 6 pm Dinner and Free Time 8 pm Evening Yoga followed by Camp Fire, Hot Tub … 10 pm Lights Out ( Silence please until |
Thursday, July 13, 2017/ Thursday August 3, 2017
6-8 am Self Serve: Silent Breakfast and Free Time “Silence Please” until first session at 8 am 8 am Guided Gratitude Meditation 9 am Yoga 10:15 Tea and Snack 11:00 am Walking and Movement Meditation in Nature 12-1 pm Lunch 1-4 pm Treatments and Free Time 4 -5 pm Yoga 5 pm Closing Circle and Metta Bhavana Meditation
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A Winter's Day Retreat (sorry now full)
The Miracle of Mindfulness Saturday, January 14, 2017 (9:00 am – 5:00 pm) at Renewal Retreat This retreat is for those who wish to learn how to slow the hurried mind,be nurtured by winter’s beauty and cultivate loving kindness for self, others and the world through the practice of mindfulness The day will include: Mindfulness Meditation (non-judgmental awareness) Metta Meditation (loving kindness) Gentle Yoga (body awareness and care) Silent Walking Meditation (being present in nature) The retreat will also provide quiet time to enjoy the river front Snow Shoe or X-country ski, soak in the outdoor hot tub, Read with a cup of tea, and simply breathe. Cost: $150 per person ( plus hst): Vegetarian Lunch, teas, juices and healthy snacks provided. Complete contact form or call 519-525-5568 for more details or to register. |
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Inner Peace ~ Inner Joy Retreat
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The day will include: Mindfulness Meditations (cultivating inner peace)
Gentle Hatha Yoga (no yoga experience required)
Metta Meditation (cultivating inner happiness)
Walking Meditation (being healed by nature)
Colouring Meditation (Mandalas)
Gentle Hatha Yoga (no yoga experience required)
Metta Meditation (cultivating inner happiness)
Walking Meditation (being healed by nature)
Colouring Meditation (Mandalas)
The retreat will also provide quiet time to enjoy the riverfront grounds,
soak in the outdoor hot tub,
read with a cup of tea, and simply breathe.
Includes: Vegetarian lunch, healthy snacks, herbal teas, fruit infused waters
soak in the outdoor hot tub,
read with a cup of tea, and simply breathe.
Includes: Vegetarian lunch, healthy snacks, herbal teas, fruit infused waters
Registration Fee: $150 plus HST = $169.50 or Register with a friend: $125 plus HST = $141.25
CALL 519-525-5568 TO REGISTER OR COMPLETE THE FORM BELOW
The retreat will also provide plenty of quiet time to enjoy the riverfront grounds: soak in the hot tub, read with a cup of tea, walk or (weather permitting) snow shoe/x-country ski along the country road, sit by the camp fire, and simply breathe.
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Autumn Retreat - The Quiet Within
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“Waking up this morning I smile,
twenty-four new hours are before me I vow to live fully in each moment and to look at all beings with eyes of compassion." Thich Nhat Hanh 
Perhaps you will be blessed by a
visit from our deer and feathered friends. It is remarkable what we notice when we slow down. |
A Winter's Day Retreat
The Miracle of Mindfulness Saturday, January 24, 2015 (9:00 am – 5:00 pm) at Renewal Retreat This retreat is for those who wish to learn how to slow the hurried mind, be nurtured by winter’s beauty and cultivate loving kindness for self, others and the world through the practice of mindfulness The day will include: Mindfulness Meditation (non-judgmental awareness) Metta Meditation (loving kindness) Gentle Yoga (body awareness and care) Silent Walking Meditation (being present in nature) All welcome The retreat will also provide quiet time to enjoy the riverfront Snow Shoe or X-country ski, soak in the outdoor hot tub, read with a cup of tea, and simply breathe. Help yourself and others at the same time.... $25 from every registration fee will go to help the women and children of Huron Women's Shelter Register with a friend, and both receive $25 off the registration fee. |
Registration Fee: $150.00 (plus HST) Total: $166.25
Includes: Vegetarian lunch, healthy snacks, herbal teas, use of yoga mats, meditation cushions
Overnight accommodation is available in the log retreat: why not extend the peaceful experience
add $75 for Evening accommodation, Saturday night dinner and Sunday breakfast
TO REGISTER: Submit the form below with your name and contact info,
as well as which retreat you wish to attend.
Or Call 519-357-1914 or email relax@renewalretreat.com
Includes: Vegetarian lunch, healthy snacks, herbal teas, use of yoga mats, meditation cushions
Overnight accommodation is available in the log retreat: why not extend the peaceful experience
add $75 for Evening accommodation, Saturday night dinner and Sunday breakfast
TO REGISTER: Submit the form below with your name and contact info,
as well as which retreat you wish to attend.
Or Call 519-357-1914 or email relax@renewalretreat.com
YOGA RETREAT - Saturday Nov 29/14
Time: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm at Renewal Retreat
Location: Renewal Retreat
85185 Marnoch Line
Belgrave, ON
Cost: $120/ person
($80 non-refundable unless we can fill your spot)
Nutritious vegetarian lunch, snacks, and drinks included.
Facilitated by: Adrienne Pollock, professional level Kripalu Yoga instructor - email her directly at
tasrpollock@hurontel.on.ca
Come join me in a yoga day retreat for mind/ body/ and spirit, to deepen your yoga practice.
The focus of this retreat will be on the CHAKRAS. The goal for the day is to come away with the knowledge of what chakras are, why it is important to keep them balanced, and how to achieve that through yoga postures, mantras, visualizations, and other possibilities. It is also an opportunity to take time for yourself before the business of the holiday season arrives:)
The day will include yoga philosophy to deepen your practice, asana (yoga postures), pranayama (breath exercises), meditation, guided imagery, mantra (chanting...Bija mantra's only incase you are worried:),
You will need to bring your mat, a journal/ pen, comfortable clothing, clothing suitable for a nature walk outdoors, swim suit (if you wish to enjoy the hot tub), and an open mind.
There will also be some free time for the outdoor hot tub, walking the grounds, and relaxation....
Please let me know if you would like to join me. There are only 4 spaces still available, and will be filled on a first come, first served basis. Payment will be due by Nov 13/14 to hold your space.
In Peace,
Adrienne
"Peace is every step."
Thich Nhat Hahn
Register by contacting Adrienne directly: tasrpollock@hurontel.on.ca
Adrienne Pollock, professional level Kripalu Yoga instructor
Time: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm at Renewal Retreat
Location: Renewal Retreat
85185 Marnoch Line
Belgrave, ON
Cost: $120/ person
($80 non-refundable unless we can fill your spot)
Nutritious vegetarian lunch, snacks, and drinks included.
Facilitated by: Adrienne Pollock, professional level Kripalu Yoga instructor - email her directly at
tasrpollock@hurontel.on.ca
Come join me in a yoga day retreat for mind/ body/ and spirit, to deepen your yoga practice.
The focus of this retreat will be on the CHAKRAS. The goal for the day is to come away with the knowledge of what chakras are, why it is important to keep them balanced, and how to achieve that through yoga postures, mantras, visualizations, and other possibilities. It is also an opportunity to take time for yourself before the business of the holiday season arrives:)
The day will include yoga philosophy to deepen your practice, asana (yoga postures), pranayama (breath exercises), meditation, guided imagery, mantra (chanting...Bija mantra's only incase you are worried:),
You will need to bring your mat, a journal/ pen, comfortable clothing, clothing suitable for a nature walk outdoors, swim suit (if you wish to enjoy the hot tub), and an open mind.
There will also be some free time for the outdoor hot tub, walking the grounds, and relaxation....
Please let me know if you would like to join me. There are only 4 spaces still available, and will be filled on a first come, first served basis. Payment will be due by Nov 13/14 to hold your space.
In Peace,
Adrienne
"Peace is every step."
Thich Nhat Hahn
Register by contacting Adrienne directly: tasrpollock@hurontel.on.ca
Adrienne Pollock, professional level Kripalu Yoga instructor
Inner Peace, Outer Peace Retreat Saturday, Sept 20 - Sunday, Sept 21, 2014
2 Day Retreat
Date: Saturday, Sept 20 - Sunday, Sept 21, 2014
Location: Renewal Retreat
Facilitator: Therese Bowler
In celebration of the International Day of Peace on Sept 21st, this retreat will offer various forms of Peace Meditation (guided, silent, walking and yoga meditations). Our intention is to foster peace within ourselves, peace with nature, and peace in our world. The weekend will move from inner awareness to outer action, as we share our hopes and ideas for creating a more peaceful world, one step at a time. Our mindfulness practice will flow from inner awareness to outer awareness, by connecting with others around the globe who will also be holding Peace celebrations. As an act of intentional solidarity with all beings of the world, we will create a Group Peace Pole that will stand at the centre of Renewal Retreat's Peace Labyrinth. Each person will also be invited to create a Peace Pole of your own, to place in the space of your choosing (your yard, home, school, garden, community). This is a sacred, joyful process that we hope you will extend to your loved ones.
The retreat will also provide plenty of quiet time to enjoy the riverfront grounds: relax in the hammock, soak in the hot tub, read by the river, paddle in the pond, go for a bike road along the country road, sit by the camp fire, and simply breathe.
Fee:
$250.00 Weekend Retreat: Saturday and Sunday (plus HST) Total: $282.50
Includes overnight accommodation in the log retreat
All vegetarian meals (includes lunch, dinner, snacks and teas on Sat and breakfast, lunch, snacks and teas on Sunday.)
Includes Peace Poles, paints, brushes
Please bring the following:
water bottle, comfortable clothing, yoga mat (if you have one), bathing suit and towel, meditation cushion (if you have one) and blanket/throw
TO REGISTER: Submit the form (AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE) with your name and contact info,
as well as which retreat you wish to attend
Or Call 519-357-1914 or email relax@renewalretreat.com
Register with a friend, and both receive $32.50 off the registration fee.
Date: Saturday, Sept 20 - Sunday, Sept 21, 2014
Location: Renewal Retreat
Facilitator: Therese Bowler
In celebration of the International Day of Peace on Sept 21st, this retreat will offer various forms of Peace Meditation (guided, silent, walking and yoga meditations). Our intention is to foster peace within ourselves, peace with nature, and peace in our world. The weekend will move from inner awareness to outer action, as we share our hopes and ideas for creating a more peaceful world, one step at a time. Our mindfulness practice will flow from inner awareness to outer awareness, by connecting with others around the globe who will also be holding Peace celebrations. As an act of intentional solidarity with all beings of the world, we will create a Group Peace Pole that will stand at the centre of Renewal Retreat's Peace Labyrinth. Each person will also be invited to create a Peace Pole of your own, to place in the space of your choosing (your yard, home, school, garden, community). This is a sacred, joyful process that we hope you will extend to your loved ones.
The retreat will also provide plenty of quiet time to enjoy the riverfront grounds: relax in the hammock, soak in the hot tub, read by the river, paddle in the pond, go for a bike road along the country road, sit by the camp fire, and simply breathe.
Fee:
$250.00 Weekend Retreat: Saturday and Sunday (plus HST) Total: $282.50
Includes overnight accommodation in the log retreat
All vegetarian meals (includes lunch, dinner, snacks and teas on Sat and breakfast, lunch, snacks and teas on Sunday.)
Includes Peace Poles, paints, brushes
Please bring the following:
water bottle, comfortable clothing, yoga mat (if you have one), bathing suit and towel, meditation cushion (if you have one) and blanket/throw
TO REGISTER: Submit the form (AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE) with your name and contact info,
as well as which retreat you wish to attend
Or Call 519-357-1914 or email relax@renewalretreat.com
Register with a friend, and both receive $32.50 off the registration fee.
“Be still. Stillness reveals the secrets of eternity” Lao Tzu
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Autumn Retreat - The Quiet Within Saturday, October 25 - Sunday, October 26, 2014
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Yoga Retreat: Saturday, March 29, 2014
Location: Renewal Retreat
85185 Marnoch Line, Belgrave, Ontario
519-357-1914
Instructor: Adrienne Pollock
email Adrienne for details and to register
tasrpollock@hurontel.on.ca
Location: Renewal Retreat
85185 Marnoch Line, Belgrave, Ontario
519-357-1914
Instructor: Adrienne Pollock
email Adrienne for details and to register
tasrpollock@hurontel.on.ca
SPRING FORWARD Saturday, April 5, 2014
YOGA RETREAT (all welcome)
Location: Renewal Retreat
85185 Marnoch Line, Belgrave, Ontario
Time: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Nutritious vegetarian lunch and snacks provided
Cost: $125 per person
$100 each if you register a friend/partner
facilitated by: western woods yoga
yoga instructor: cailin b
Cailin is a yoga instructor based in Toronto. She completed her Teacher Training in Hatha Yoga at the Yoga Vidya Ashram in India and has lived and worked at Salt Spring Centre of Yoga in British Columbia. Cailin has Thai Massage and Reiki training and is First aid and CPR certified. She loves the opportunity to blend diverse healing modalities and methods of inquiry into her personal practice and instruction alike.
For detailed information about this yoga retreat please click below
https://www.smore.com/x9nz
To Register:
Space is limited and is filling up quickly, so please contact
Cailin at begin@westernwoodsyoga.com to reserve your spot.
85185 Marnoch Line, Belgrave, Ontario
Time: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Nutritious vegetarian lunch and snacks provided
Cost: $125 per person
$100 each if you register a friend/partner
facilitated by: western woods yoga
yoga instructor: cailin b
Cailin is a yoga instructor based in Toronto. She completed her Teacher Training in Hatha Yoga at the Yoga Vidya Ashram in India and has lived and worked at Salt Spring Centre of Yoga in British Columbia. Cailin has Thai Massage and Reiki training and is First aid and CPR certified. She loves the opportunity to blend diverse healing modalities and methods of inquiry into her personal practice and instruction alike.
For detailed information about this yoga retreat please click below
https://www.smore.com/x9nz
To Register:
Space is limited and is filling up quickly, so please contact
Cailin at begin@westernwoodsyoga.com to reserve your spot.
PEACEFUL MIND RETREAT Saturday, October 26, 2013 (9 am - 5 pm)
Open to All
If you have been feeling stressed, anxious or are just looking for a space to quiet your mind and reconnect with nature, please join us for a day of fostering deep inner peace. You deserve it.
The day will include:
Guided Peace Meditation
Silent Walking of the Peace Labyrinth,
Isochronic Om Meditation - in the teepee
Time in nature to walk, journal, breathe by the river
Relax in the outdoor hot tub, if you wish
Vegetarian lunch, snacks, herbal teas
PEACE
It does not mean to be in a place where Facilitator: Therese Bowler
there is no noise, trouble or hard work. Location: Renewal Retreat
It means to be in the midst of those things Cost: $125, bring a friend $100 each
and still be calm in your heart. Accommodation in log retreat - add $50/night
To Register: call 519-357-1914 or email Therese at relax@renewalretreat.com or
submit entry form at bottom of this page
If you have been feeling stressed, anxious or are just looking for a space to quiet your mind and reconnect with nature, please join us for a day of fostering deep inner peace. You deserve it.
The day will include:
Guided Peace Meditation
Silent Walking of the Peace Labyrinth,
Isochronic Om Meditation - in the teepee
Time in nature to walk, journal, breathe by the river
Relax in the outdoor hot tub, if you wish
Vegetarian lunch, snacks, herbal teas
PEACE
It does not mean to be in a place where Facilitator: Therese Bowler
there is no noise, trouble or hard work. Location: Renewal Retreat
It means to be in the midst of those things Cost: $125, bring a friend $100 each
and still be calm in your heart. Accommodation in log retreat - add $50/night
To Register: call 519-357-1914 or email Therese at relax@renewalretreat.com or
submit entry form at bottom of this page
BRAIN GYM WORKSHOP: For Educators and Parents
Thursday, October 24, 2013
9 am - 4 pm
Location: Renewal Retreat
Contact Faye Murray for details and registration
Instructor: Faye Murray
email Faye at murrays5@tcc.on.ca
call: 519-233-7450
Click on the file below for full details of a brain gym workshop
9 am - 4 pm
Location: Renewal Retreat
Contact Faye Murray for details and registration
Instructor: Faye Murray
email Faye at murrays5@tcc.on.ca
call: 519-233-7450
Click on the file below for full details of a brain gym workshop
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MINDFULNESS & MEDITATION FOR CHILDREN
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The first thing we do when we are born is breathe.
The last thing we do before we die is breathe. And all the moments in between - we breathe. Let us teach our children how to breathe well. Let us teach children to breathe peace in, and breathe peace out. Let us teach children to be self aware. Let us teach children kindness and compassion for all living beings. This is also how we end bullying - one breath at a time. Contact Therese to facilitate mindfulness meditation for your class. email: relax@renewalretreat.com or call 519-357-1914 |
PEACE IN OURSELVES, PEACE IN OUR SCHOOLS
Staff Retreat for Educators
Fostering peace within our schools
through mindfulness and meditation
Facilitator: Therese Bowler BA, B Ed, CCP
Location: Renewal Retreat
Day Retreat: 9:00 am -3:00 pm
Contact Therese to arrange a retreat for your staff
email: relax@renewalretreat.com or call 519-357-1914
Fostering peace within our schools
through mindfulness and meditation
Facilitator: Therese Bowler BA, B Ed, CCP
Location: Renewal Retreat
Day Retreat: 9:00 am -3:00 pm
Contact Therese to arrange a retreat for your staff
email: relax@renewalretreat.com or call 519-357-1914
MAKING POSITIVE CHOICES
Student Retreat
Facilitator: Therese Bowler
Location: Renewal Retreat
The power to change your life by
making positive choices and taking positive action
Contact Therese to discuss a retreat for your students,
your school.
Facilitator: Therese Bowler
Location: Renewal Retreat
The power to change your life by
making positive choices and taking positive action
Contact Therese to discuss a retreat for your students,
your school.
Fall Equinox Meditation: Peace Teepee at Renewal Retreat
Sunday, September 22, 2013
7 pm in the Peace Teepee - no charge
Sharing the teachings of
The Thirteen Indigenous Grandmothers
Care for self, all living beings and Mother Earth
now and for the next 7 generations.
Bring your drum if you have one.
Please rsvp as space is limited.
email: relax@renewalretreat.com or call 519-357-1914
7 pm in the Peace Teepee - no charge
Sharing the teachings of
The Thirteen Indigenous Grandmothers
Care for self, all living beings and Mother Earth
now and for the next 7 generations.
Bring your drum if you have one.
Please rsvp as space is limited.
email: relax@renewalretreat.com or call 519-357-1914
UWO Student's Council Annual Retreat
USC - UWO
Student Council Retreat
Council Members only
Location: Renewal Retreat
Student Council Retreat
Council Members only
Location: Renewal Retreat
Living from the Heart
JUNE 2015
SONG WRITER'S RETREAT (Singer/Song Writer: Katherine Wheatley)
ART RETREAT: WATERCOLOUR WITH WOOL (Artist: Pam Carnochan)
To be announced
CALLING ALL ANGELS RETREAT
MAY 2015