Grand Haven, on Lake Michigan
Full Retreat June 7-10
Day Experience June 8
Wise Women Renewal Retreat
Indulge in a restorative, inspiring and blissful retreat centered on embracing your wisdom, connecting deeply with nature, and reveling in the joyful bonds of sacred sisterhood.
Two Ways to Retreat
Day Experience:
Sat. June 8 from 10am-6pm
Full Immersion Retreat:
Fri. June 7 arrive 2-4pm thru
Mon. June 10 depart 10-11am
Highlights
PLAY in the water
ADVENTURE into your true self
LIBERATE your natural way of being
OPEN to more pleasure and joy
DANCE under the stars
MEDITATE with shimmering sunsets
DELIGHT in ceremony and rituals
UNWIND with gentle yoga
RELEASE through somatic movement
NOURISH with wholesome meals
CONNECT with other conscious women
EMBODY your natural internal rhythms
PRACTICE morning & evening rituals
CREATE a juicy and blissful vision for life
DELVE into a daily and eternal legacy
EXPLORE a new way of well-being
Lots of lovinG
You’ll be surrounded by sand and surf, in a beautiful home nestled in nature, nourished with locally sourced and seasonally inspired meals from professional chefs, exploring your goddess self, receiving massage, being pampered and opening up to the most blissful transformation from your dedicated wellness retreat guru.
You are going to LOVE this retreat and we are going to LOVE on you!
Two ways to retreat
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Day Experience Sat. June 8 from 10:00-6:00
Experience a full day of Lake Michigan magic with Yoga Bliss, Land-Water-Art-Embodiment, New Moon Intention Ceremony, Seasonally Inspired Lunch, and Sacred Sisterhood.
$215 early bird thru May 27
$245 May 28-June 7
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Full Retreat Fri. mid-day, June 7 thru Mon. mid-morn, June 10
An intimate retreat with AM & PM rituals, yoga, breathwork & meditation, massage & goddess readings, all seasonally crafted meals, beverages & snacks, an interactive four-course-chef-prepared Sunday Sunset dinner, all of the Day Experience retreat activities, wise women legacy ceremony, new moon intention setting & integration, wellness gifts, and plenty of relaxation along the shores of Lake Michigan.
$200 off all rooms - Early Bird Specials thru May 27!
Full Retreat Itinerary
June 7-10
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Arrive
Arrive between 2-4:00, settle into your room, enjoy lounging on the deck or taking a beach walk.
Welcome Circle & Intention Setting
Dinner
Legacy Exploration, Eve Yoga, Breathwork & Meditation
Hot Tub, Leisure, Sleep
sweet dreams under the stars
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Day Experience
Greet The Day Rituals
Breakfast
Sacred Circle before Day Retreaters arrive
Day Activities: Yoga Bliss & Breathwork, Seasonally Inspired Lunch, Land-Water-Art Embodiment Ceremony, New Moon Manifestation, Closing Sisterhood Circle
Dinner
Evening New Moon Meditation & Stretch, Hot Tub, Leisure
waves lull you to sleep
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Soulful Sunday
Greet The Day Rituals
Leisure Time
Sunday Brunch
Massage or Goddess Readings optional
Chef-led Culinary Journey
Sunset four-course dinner & wine
Legacy Celebration
peaceful slumber
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Wise Women Wrap-Up
Greet The Day Rituals
Closing Ceremony, Transformation Integration
Breakfast
Pack and Depart 10-11am
wise woman wellness, body, mind, heart & soul
Room prices include: 4 days/3 nights, with the full retreat experience, two Breakfasts, Saturday Lunch, Sunday brunch, three dinners all locally sourced and seasonally inspired by featured chefs; Lisa Paulus, Master Gardner and Noe Castro, professional chef preparing a four-course interactive meal.
Massage and Goddess Readings with Wendy Coon Sunday, optional
EARLY BIRD PRICING ENDS MID-NIGHT MEMORIAL DAY, MAY 27 ($200 increase after)
Full retreAt experience room choices
Lake Michigan King & Bath
Lake Michigan King, Deck, Full Bath
$2450 Sgl
$1850 Dbl
Upper Level King & Bath
Upper Level King with Full Bath
$2050 Sgl
$1650 Dbl
Queens & Shared Baths
Lower Level Queens with Full Shared Bath
$1850 Sgl
$1450 Dbl
“The day retreat was the perfect amount of time to recharge and relax."
“The sacredness of the land & water brought incredible harmony to me."
"Being at the entire retreat was the medicine I needed."
“The day retreat was the perfect amount of time to recharge and relax." “The sacredness of the land & water brought incredible harmony to me." "Being at the entire retreat was the medicine I needed."
"Barb holds a safe space for everyone."
"I left feeling more connected to the earth, myself and others."
"Really was able to bliss out."
"Barb holds a safe space for everyone." "I left feeling more connected to the earth, myself and others." "Really was able to bliss out."
“Barbara put attention into so many details and thoughtful touches."
“Left feeling physically and emotionally well and empowered."
"You have such talent and women need this."
“Barbara put attention into so many details and thoughtful touches." “Left feeling physically and emotionally well and empowered." "You have such talent and women need this."
FAQs
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The Day and Full Retreats will be at regular price starting Tuesday, May 28.
The Day Experience will increase from $215 to $245.
The Full Retreat will increase by $200 for all rooms.
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Only 6-8 women will attend the Full Wise Women Renewal Retreat. This is a deeply caring and transformative experience. The small group lends itself to a safer container for women to connect and be themselves.
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Movement is self-directed. You'll be encouraged to honor your body and its' unique expression. There will be chairs and modifications provided. Barbara has been teaching yoga and somatic movement over 40 years, so you'll be in good hands. Please share any specifics with her at the retreat or in your welcome email.
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We want to know this! When you register, you will receive a welcome email. This is where you can tell us anything we need to know to make your retreat experience healthy and supportive for you.
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We know sometimes things come up and you can't make it. If so, you can sell or gift your registration to another. Please contact Barbara Badolati with the name, phone # and email of the person you are transferring your registration to or if you won't be attending. Email this information to Barbara Badolati at bealiveandwell@gmail.com
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One of you will purchase the double occupancy for the room of your choice.
The transaction between the two of you is your arrangement and responsibility.
Barbara will need to know both parties’ contact info, so that the welcome packet can be emailed to both registrants.
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75% refund by 11:00pm EST, April 28th
50% refund by 11:00pm EST, May 12th
25% refund by 11:00pm EST, May 26th
No refund May 27th or thereafter.
Transfers are acceptable. Please contact Barbara with the name, phone # and email of the person you are transferring to.
You must call or text Barbara at 616-638-5625 AND provided written notice by emailing Barbara Badolati at bealiveandwell@gmail.com
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Wendy Coon, Licensed Massage Therapist since 2000 will be offering 60-minute massage for $120. We encourage you to sign up since a minimum number of appointment times are available. Massages will be held in the Cottage outside of the house. A schedule link will be provided when you register for the Full Retreat.
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Wendy Coon, will guide you through a personalized reading and intuitive meditation using The Goddess Oracle deck by Amy Sophia Marashinsky. 30-minute readings are $50. We encourage you to sign up since a minimum number of appointment times are available. Readings will be held in the Cottage outside of the house. A schedule link will be provided when you register for the Full Retreat.
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Full Retreat guests: You will be given the Airbnb address and instructions where you can park after you register.
Day Experience guests: You can park at Coast Guard Park (free parking), off of North Shore Drive, Ferrysburg OR North beach park (paid parking). Shuttle service is provided from either of these parking lots to and from the Retreat Home between 9:30-9:50am, Saturday, June 8th.
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Of course! You can call, text or email Barbara Badolati. She will reply as soon as possible.
Hint: Texting or Calling will be the most immediate response.
616-638-5625 or bealiveandwell@gmail.com
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No other future dates are scheduled for West Michigan at this time. Barbara offers retreats in various locations throughout the world. Stay subscribed to her e-letter for future retreat dates and locations.