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Retreat Lineup

Namaste! Please see the full Retreat Lineup below, for a complete description of the 2018 offerings.
Looking forward to welcoming you to Shanti this season.
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2018 RETREATS

Jun 29th to Jul 2nd
Shanti's Canada Day Long Weekend Yoga & Meditation Retreat with Darin and Wendy
THIS RETREAT IS NOW FULL. Join Darin and Wendy, co-creators of Shanti, for this 4 day Canada Day long weekend retreat. Celebrate the glory of summer here on beautiful Wolfe Island. Retreat offerings include gentle hatha, slow flow and restorative yoga, guided meditation, yoga nidra, and delicious, lovingly prepared vegetarian meals. Enjoy the sun, a dip in the Bay, and cultivating the practice of simply Being. From the Shanti docks we can take in Kingston's fireworks and spend time with kindred spirits around the bonfire (weather permitting)! All activities are optional - it's your Retreat! Please see the More Information document below for rates, schedule and details. There is also a camping option. Contact Shanti Retreat to make a booking, or for any questions.
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Jul 2nd to Jul 4th
Canada Day Mid-Week Retreat with Jaffer
THIS RETREAT IS NOW FULL. Join Jaffer at Wolfe Islands Shanti Retreat in beautiful Kingston, Ontario. Whether you are tired and wired, lost and searching for connection, need a break from the grind or simply want an affordable vacation - whatever your reason, this retreat will fill you up and leave you recharged and rejuvenated. You may never want to leave! Please see the website link below for more details.
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Jul 5th to Jul 8th
Annual Summer Retreat with dallas delahunt
Join dallas delahunt for her annual 4 day July retreat here at Shanti Retreat Centre. Find yourself nourished through 8 yoga practices, delicious vegetarian cuisine, summer amenities, and water-side accommodation. Shape your own experience by exploring the beauty of Wolfe Island, swimming in the lake, walking the Labyrinth, or spend your time between classes in one of the many hammocks on the property. This retreat is for everybody and every body! Full $600+hst payment is required to secure your spot. Cancellation policy: full refund available if your spot can be filled, or $500 if not. No refunds or transfers after June 15th, 2018. Email [email protected] and register today.
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Jul 9th to Jul 12th
Restorative Yoga & Meditation Retreat with Leslie Buback
Join Leslie for her fourth annual mid-week retreat at Shanti! Leslie's renowned retreats are designed to inspire and deeply nourish you physically and emotionally. Come get away this summer to completely de-stress with restorative yoga; to a place of beauty and serenity where you have the space and time to turn your attention inward, to be gently and expertly guided in developing your yoga and mediation practice. Leslie's retreats are for everyone at any level, and include yoga, meditation and pranayama practices, inspiring and practical lectures and workshops on yoga philosophy and restorative yoga, as well as her signature small group restorative yoga with massage classes. Book early to avoid disappointment - Leslie's retreats fill up quickly!
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Jul 13th to Jul 15th
Closed Retreat


Jul 16th to Jul 19th
Relax, Rejuvenate, Revive
THIS RETREAT IS NOW FULL. Join long-time teaching partners Kellie Dearman and Brendon Abram for some deep rest and restoration during this 4-day Monday-Thursday mid-summer yoga retreat. There is always magic at Shanti, and even more magic when you commit to four days of deepening your yoga practice, learning or developing your meditation skills, and just taking enough to to really settle into your spiritual and self-care practices. This retreat is appropriate for all ages and skill levels, but particularly for those who enjoy slow, mindful movement….and for anyone ready to commit to extra down-time, at one of the world’s most glorious yoga retreats. Reiki master Alex McLeish will also be with us for optional reiki sessions during this retreat. When it’s time to head home, you’ll leave feeling relaxed, refreshed and restored!
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Jul 19th to Jul 22nd
Mid- Summer Vitalizing Retreat with Andrea Robertson
THIS RETREAT IS NOW FULL. Everybody needs a little time away. Escape daily routines and other demands and encounter the joys of yoga, outdoor fitness and the beautiful surroundings of Shanti Retreat and Wolfe Island. Join Andrea Robertson, founder of Body and Balance for her annual Mid-Summer Vitalize Yoga Retreat July 19th-22nd 2018 for the perfect combination of relaxation, restoring and energizing weekend.
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Jul 23rd to Jul 26th
Awakening Devotion & Heart Wisdom: A Mid-Week Retreat with Brenda McMorrow
Join Brenda McMorrow for a very special mid-week retreat sharing nourishing practices that encourage our true beings to shine! We will deepen into what we truly are beyond our everyday thoughts and ideas through: guided meditations; reflective dyad self-inquiry exercises; healing mantra practices and joyful Kirtan (call and response) singing; body and soul awakening Yoga asana; and enlivening group sharing and teachings inspired by the Bhakti (Devotion) and Jnana (Wisdom) Yoga traditions. Through this unique blend of experiences you will be supported in resting back and awakening into your heart- the place where deep peace, wisdom and true Being reside. Please see more information document for schedule, rates, and what's included. Contact Shanti Retreat by phone or email to register.
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Jul 27th to Jul 29th
Closed Retreat


Jul 30th to Aug 1st
Honouring the Self: A Yoga, Meditation and Self-Care Retreat
What fills your cup? What feeds your soul? What makes you smile? We live in a culture where we are constantly on the go and so much is demanded from us. What if we were to slow down, breathe and check in? What if we valued taking care of ourselves as much as we do others? Join Stella Artuso, Yoga & Meditation teacher, on a journey of self-discovery and self-care. You will be guided through mindful yoga practices, meditations aligned with daily affirmations, reflective journaling sessions, mauna (silence), a nature walk and other self-care rituals leaving you feeling centered, intune and replenished. Additionally, an inspiring workshop will be led by Lacey Budge, a Registered Holistic Nutritionist and Yoga Instructor, exploring simple and nourishing holistic self-care practices to balance all layers of your being: physical, emotional, mental and spiritual. This is Stella’s second offering at Shanti Retreat. It is the ideal sanctuary for this gift to yourself; offering a naturally serene space for relaxation, rejuvenation, and soul­ nourishing vegetarian meals. "Your self-love is a medicine for the earth" Yung Pueblo
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Aug 2nd to Aug 6th
Shanti’s 5 Day August Long Weekend Yoga & Meditation Retreat with Darin & Wendy
Join Darin and Wendy for five delicious days on Wolfe Island in the energy field of a retreat! Enjoy the beauty and wonderment of Shanti and its spectacular setting in August. Immerse yourself in five days filled with yoga, meditation, delicious vegetarian cuisine, connecting with kindred spirits, and plenty of free time to spend savoring the beauty and Presence that surrounds us, and that which lies within. Retreat offerings include gentle hatha, slow flow and restorative yoga, guided meditation, and yoga nidra. On Saturday evening, guests will have the opportunity to enjoy a special kirtan (devotional call and response chanting) and gong meditation by Shantdeep. Her gentle presence, and soulful chants draw participants into an experience of allowing the soul to radiate its natural joy and divinity. On Sunday afternoon, join Lacey Budge for a moving meditation practice that will enliven your spirit and invite you to dance in freedom. Please see the More Information document below for rates, schedule and details. Contact Shanti Retreat to make a booking, or for any questions. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing this unique offering together.
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Aug 9th to Aug 12th
Summer Retreat: Nourish & Ritualize with Kathryn Flynn
THIS RETREAT IS NOW FULL. Join Kathryn Anne Flynn for a retreat to nourish + ritualize your self-care routine, helping you create space for wellness and restoration. It's an all-levels yoga experience that combines all-levels yoga, with slower flows, gentle, yin and restorative yoga practices, gorgeous hyper-local meals that are lovingly prepared, treats, and a healing atmosphere. We’re going to create a special time together; you’ll leave feeling fresh and rested. Download the more information document to see the details, or visit Kathryn’s website link below.
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Aug 13th to Aug 16th
Escape and Unwind with Nicky Poole and David Good
Escape from the city and unwind at the beautiful Shanti Retreat Centre on Wolfe Island with David Good and Nicky Poole from Octopus Garden Yoga Centre. This full spectrum retreat, balances strength and softness, structured learning and spacious time in nature, through yoga, meditation and community. Each morning, we will enjoy meditation together before a nourishing breakfast. Dynamic morning yoga practice will include strength based yoga sessions with David, and fluid vinyasa style yoga with Nicky. Afternoons are reserved for hikes and visits to exquisite white sand beaches, paddle boarding, journaling and other delights. Late afternoons are for gathering in the circular Yurt for a more therapeutic approach to yoga, including self massage with the Yoga Tune Up balls. After a family style, organic vegetarian dinner lovingly prepared by our hosts, we will unwind with restorative yoga, and a sacred sonic sound bath curated by special guest Megan Marie Gates, guaranteed to transport you to another realm. Enjoy the magic of a late Ontario summer surrounded by water, at the magical Shanti Retreat Centre. Reserve your place by contacting Octopus Garden Yoga Centre at 416.515.8885 or email us at the address below.
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Aug 17th to Aug 19th
Soothe The Soul Retreat with Sabrina & Barb
A weekend to nourish with yoga, meditation, delicious whole foods and so much more. Discover the power to heal, grow and de-stress to soothe the soul. Sabrina is a certified Holistic and Culinary Nutritionist, Yoga Instructor and Reiki II practitioner. Barb is a certified Holistic and Culinary Nutritionist and Naturopathic Medical Intern. Your 'SOOTHE YOUR SOUL' Weekend Includes: 5 amazing yoga classes (all levels), discussions, an opportunity to win one-on-one acupressure sessions, 5 vegetarian meals, morning coffee, all day tea bar, and full use of the facility (including yoga spaces, common areas and amenities: canoes, kayaks, water trampoline, swimming dock, wifi, meditation garden, labyrinth, bonfire and infra-red sauna). See Website link for rates, schedule and to register.
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Aug 20th to Aug 23rd
Shanti's 4 Day Silent Yoga & Meditation Retreat with Darin & Wendy
Give yourself the gift of retreating in silence and join Darin and Wendy, co-creators of Shanti, for 4 days of diving within. This offering is an opportunity to go beyond the mental chatter of the mind and connect with the Stillness – the Presence – that lies at the level of our Spiritual Heart. Silent Retreats are a beautiful practice of mental hygiene; cleansing the subconscious mind. The practice of shifting attention from the mind to the Stillness of the heart brings depth - connecting us with the sacred dimension of our being, and anchoring life in a place of increased peace, joy, love, and Freedom. Disconnect from the “busyness” of life. Relax, reflect and unfold waterside while enjoying the peace and tranquility of the countryside and Shanti's country inn. Retreat offerings include gentle hatha, slow flow, restorative, and laughter yoga, yoga nidra, guided meditation, morning walks, inspiring talks, and delicious, lovingly prepared vegetarian meals. Please see the More Information document below for rates, schedule and details. A camping option is also available. Contact Shanti to make a booking, or for any questions.
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Aug 24th to Aug 26th
Know the Light Within - Kundalini Yoga Retreat with Devinder Kaur
Some of our most profound and transforming moments on the yogic path happen when we have a clear perception of our luminous inner Self. Together, with the practices of Kundalini Yoga and Meditation, we will bring our awareness to our soul’s radiance to let go, to awaken and stabilize our energy and to shine bright for our self and those around us. Ignite your inner light and you illuminate the world! Balance activity and rest and recreation alongside your fellow Kundalini Yoga practitioners. Unplug & discover the pristine and expansive night skies, crisp clean air and the deep peace that a visit to Shanti Retreat on Wolfe Island offers. Learn more about Devinder at: http://devinderkaur.ca/. To register please click on the website link below.
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Aug 27th to Aug 30th
Savour the End of Summer: A Yoga and Writing Retreat
Do you need time this summer to unwind, relax, play in the outdoors, but still feeling the call to begin anchoring and grounding for the fall? Join Joshua Lewis and Trevor Corkum for an end of summer retreat. In this four day mid-week retreat, we'll engage in anchoring yoga practise, outdoor meditation and mindfulness activity, and structured writing time to fully absorb summer's gifts and prepare you for the transition into fall. Whether you are curious about writing, love to journal, have been working on a secret memoir, or have a specific fiction, poetry, or other project in mind, complement your writing practise with some embodied bodywork, yoga and meditation. Writing activities will include responding to writing prompts and the opportunity to complete a short piece through the week. No prior writing experience necessary, and there's no need to share your work if your prefer to simply indulge in some quiet writing time. Take the time to connect with your deepest self in community with others, and with the opportunity to connect with your body. Bonus: if you're missing out on a summer cottage experience, take full advantage of Shanti's gorgeous waterfront retreat: swim, sunbathe, canoe and kayak to your heart's content.
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Aug 31st to Sep 3rd
Shanti’s Labour Day Long Weekend & Conscious Cooking Retreat with Darin,Wendy & Lacey
Savor the last long weekend of summer. Swim, hang in a hammock, sit waterside, star gaze, and enjoy the aliveness of nature at Shanti. Simply Be. Nurture and nourish your body, mind and spirit with gentle hatha, slow flow and restorative yoga, guided meditation, yoga nidra, and delicious, lovingly prepared vegetarian meals. Registered Holistic Nutritionist Lacey Budge will also share two workshops on Conscious Cooking and shed light on how you can take your yoga practice off the mat, and into your kitchen! She will also discuss the importance of eating local, seasonal, organic, whole foods. Please see the More Information document below for rates, schedule and details. If interested, camping is also available. This retreat offers a 3 or 4 day option. Contact Shanti to make a booking, or for any questions.
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Sep 4th to Sep 6th
Deeply Radiant Retreat : Ultra Wellness from the Inside Out with Stefani Chan-Wright
Radiance is a state of being that encompasses mind, body and heart. In this three day, mid-week retreat, Stefani will guide you into exploring how to deeply nourish yourself with daily Yoga, Meditation, Ayurveda and Herbs & Nutrition. Discover what it means to feel deeply radiant from the inside out and leave feeling rejuvenated and equipped with practical tools on how to nurture yourself on a daily basis.  There will also be plenty of free time to enjoy the radiance of nature and September's beauty on Wolfe Island. Sit waterside and savor the warmth of summer's end, maybe even enjoy a swim in Brown’s Bay or take one of Shanti's kayaks or the canoe out for a ride. All scheduled activities are optional - it's your retreat! Please see more information below for full details. Contact Shanti Retreat by phone or email to reserve your space!
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Sep 7th to Sep 9th
Tools for Transformation Retreat with Swami Matananda
In this first-time retreat at Shanti Retreat, Swami Matananda of Yasodhara Ashram in Kootenay Lake, BC, invites you to learn yogic tools and practices to support lasting change in your life. Take steps to transforming challenges and patterns and become who you really are. Bring your values and ideals to life – and know the joy of discovering your own answers within. This spacious retreat introduces tools such as Hidden Language Hatha Yoga, meditations, reflection and journaling, mantra, relaxation and the exploration of symbolism in your life. Developed by Swami Sivananda Radha, Hidden Language Hatha Yoga takes the practice of Hatha Yoga far beyond a series of physical exercises. It is a gentle and meditative style of Hatha that respects the body as a spiritual tool. By working with metaphor, symbolism, imagery and visualization, the ‘hidden’ messages of each asana are revealed, reflecting exactly where you are, like a clear mirror. Please see more information document below for full details. To register , contact Shanti Retreat by phone or email.
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Sep 10th to Sep 12th
Yoga & Mindfulness Mid-Week Retreat with Liz and Roland
A cleansing blend of yoga, meditation and joyful self-discovery. Liz and Roland will lead varied all-levels meditation and asana practices, skillfully guiding you towards both physical challenges and deep relaxation. Through practices of movement and of stillness, this retreat offers a spaciousness in which to consider how you are living and how you want to move forward. Located at the Shanti Retreat on beautiful Wolfe Island, with ideal conditions for appreciation of nature and enjoyment of wholesome food. Please see more information below for full details, and visit website to register.
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Sep 13th to Sep 16th
Sacred Relationships Retreat {level 1} with Tiffany & Kristof
Join us for a retreat of exploration and an introduction into Tantra, Partner Yoga and Compassionate Communication, as we explore ways to maintain, Improve and re-ignite connection, communication and sexual intimacy. We will offer various techniques, exercises and a wealth of comprehensive information drawing from the teachings of Yoga, Meditation, Tantra, Compassionate Communication, Modern Sexology, Ayurveda and our own relationship! This will be a retreat filled with explorations, play and transformation in the way in which you view sexuality, partnership and love. 4 Day Retreat includes accommodation, vegetarian meals, use of Shanti's amenities, as well as the full retreat program with Tiff and Kristof. Please see more information document below for full details. Contact Shanti Retreat by phone or email to register. Want to join us for a 7 day Sacred Relationships Immersion Retreat combining Level 1 & 2? More details below.
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Sep 14th to Sep 21st
Unveiling Presence 8 day yoga and meditation retreat in Odemira, Portugal with Darin and Wendy
THIS RETREAT IS NOW FULL! Stay tuned for more information about the September 2019 Portugal offering and booking information.
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Sep 17th to Sep 19th
Sacred Relationships Retreat {level 2} with Tiffany & Kristof
Join us for this time for level 2 as we dive deeper into the exploration into Tantra, Partner Yoga and Compassionate Communication, as we explore ways to maintain, improve and re-ignite connection, communication and sexual intimacy. We will offer various techniques, exercises and a wealth of comprehensive information drawing from the teachings of Yoga, Meditation, Tantra, Compassionate Communication, Modern Sexology, Ayurveda and our own relationship! This will be a weekend filled with explorations, play and transformation in the way in which you view sexuality, partnership and love. Level 2 requirement is that you have attended the level 1 retreat, or other tantric workshops. There is also the option to join in for level 1 and 2 for a seven day immersion. Please see more information document for full details. Contact Shanti retreat by phone or email to register.
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Sep 20th to Sep 23rd
Annual Recharge & Restore Fall Retreat with David Good
Four days of yoga, meditation, relaxation and self-discovery. Join David Good for his 5th annual fall retreat to get reconnected with your true self. Come surround yourself with nature on Wolfe Island and leave life in the city behind for a long weekend. Discover how self-compassion, awareness and loving kindness can help us become more fully present in our lives. Take this time to recharge and restore yourself. Retreat begins Thursday and includes accommodation, delicious meals, an infrared sauna session, use of Shanti’s amenities, morning meditation and yoga sessions with David - morning hatha flow, afternoon yoga, evening restorative and a satsang too. This retreat has a 3 day option too for those who can only arrive Friday.
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Sep 24th to Sep 26th
Mid-Week Autumn Retreat with dallas
We carve out time together to escape from our regular week-day schedule and head into the healing space of Shanti Retreat Centre on Wolfe Island for dallas delahunt's mid-week Autumn Retreat. Enjoy the beauty of Brown's Bay right outside your window, indulge in delicious vegetarian meals, activating and soothing yoga practices, cozy company, and ease your way into dreamland after a session in Shanti's infrared sauna. This retreat is not to be missed! Full payment of $450 + hst is required to secure your spot. Cancellation policy: full refund available if your spot can be filled, or $350 if not. No refunds or transfers after September 3rd, 2018. Email [email protected] and register today.
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Sep 27th to Sep 30th
Autumn Yoga Retreat for Women - Body, Mind, Spirit...Aligned with Anne Stubbs
THIS RETREAT IS NOW FULL. In our busy lives, it is not uncommon to feel off balance or fragmented. How do you come back to your “centre”? How do you return to wholeness? Join Yoga and Meditation teacher, Anne Stubbs, for her fourth retreat at Shanti, where she will guide you in a “holistic re-alignment” of body, mind, heart, and spirit. Drawing from the wisdom of yoga, Ayurveda, mantra, meditative and contemplative practices, nature activities, and sharing of feminine energy, we will discover how to return to a more harmonious balanced state and learn ways to sustain it. Periods of silence will be woven throughout the weekend to enhance our self-study. Our 3-night/4-day weekend at Shanti Retreat includes morning meditations, daily yoga classes, evening programs, group and solitary activities, free time, all meals, and shared accommodations. Each guest is entitled to one complimentary use of the infra-red sauna. This retreat is suitable for women who have had some experience with yoga, although modifications will be given to suit all levels. For more info, please contact Anne at the email below.
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Oct 1st to Oct 3rd
Yoga Retreat with Lisa and Carolyn from Gananoque


Oct 5th to Oct 7th
Shanti's Thanksgiving Yoga & Meditation Retreat with Darin and Wendy
Join Darin and Wendy, co-creators of Shanti, for an autumn retreat on Wolfe Island. Savor the beauty of the fall colours, the moon lit nights, and the flocks of migratory Canada Geese gathering in Brown's Bay. In the spirit of Thanksgiving we will take time throughout this weekend of yoga, meditation, silent morning walks and informal gatherings to cultivate an attitude of gratitude that is a 365 day practice. What are we grateful for, and what role does gratitude play in our lives? The invitation in this retreat is to take time and connect with nature, kindred Beings, and Self - your Divine Essence. Please see the More Information document below for rates, schedule and details. Please contact Shanti to make a booking, or for any questions.
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Oct 8th to Oct 10th
Relax & Restore Retreat with Jaffer and Justin
Come relax and get grounded with a restful and restorative post thanksgiving retreat at the charming and tranquil Shanti Retreat Centre. This retreat will be rooted in attuning with the fall season - slowing down, connecting to nature and getting real cozy. Gentle flow practices, restorative yoga, Yoga Nidra and meditation practices will embrace you along with lake views, fire side hangouts, delicious food and healing sauna sessions. Please contact Jaffer at the email below to register, and see website link for full details.
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Oct 12th to Oct 14th
Yoga & Inner Practices Retreat with Debra Black
Join Debra on a weekend designed to bring a sense of equanimity or balance to your life -- exploring yin yoga, yang yoga, restorative yoga and walking and seated meditation. Participants will work with – loving kindness and compassion practices, breath work and visualizations during asana practice and meditation. In each class students will be able to rest, restore and find their ground – physically, mentally and spiritually. The yin/yang yoga classes will be designed to balance the Qi, or life force, in students that according to Traditional Chinese Medicine and Daoism flows within all of our bodies in a series of meridians. Both the asana practices and the meditation practices will give students an opportunity to work with their feelings and thoughts and cultivate moment-to-moment awareness as well as hone their ability to be mindful and balance their Qi. Debra will also introduce to students the Four Foundations of Mindfulness –Buddhist tools for meditation. After a weekend of meditation, yin/yang yoga and restorative yoga participants will head home feeling spacious, open, aware and ready to return to their every day life. Please see more information document below for full details. Contact Debra Black at the email below to register.
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Oct 15th to Oct 17th
Restorative Yoga and Meditation Retreat with Leslie Buback
Join Leslie at Shanti for a mid-week retreat at the peak of fall's splendour! Leslie's renowned retreats are designed to inspire and deeply nourish you physically and emotionally. Come get away this fall to completely de-stress with restorative yoga; to a place of beauty and serenity where you have the space and time to turn your attention inward, to be gently and expertly guided in developing your yoga and mediation practice. Leslie's retreats are for everyone at any level, and include yoga, meditation and pranayama practices, inspiring and practical lectures and workshops on yoga philosophy and restorative yoga, as well as her signature small group restorative yoga with massage classes. Book early to avoid disappointment - Leslie's retreats fill up quickly!
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Oct 18th to Oct 21st
AWAKEN & RESTORE Women's Retreat: yoga, nature & self care with Lacey Budge
Self Care is Self Love. Join Lacey Budge, Shanti Retreat’s Coordinator, for an inspiring four day women’s retreat to Awaken & Restore heart and spirit. Savour the beauty of fall on Wolfe Island with a weekend retreat of meditation, restorative and flow yoga, sacred movement, self care practices, countryside walks, soul nourishing vegetarian cuisine, inspiring gatherings and an evening bonfire. This offering also includes a special Cacao Ceremony where you will enjoy a delicious superfood chocolate elixir, followed by a guided movement practice that will open the heart and invite you to reconnect with beauty, freedom and infinite joy. Immerse yourself in a natural setting with time outdoors walking the labyrinth, cycling, reading in a hammock waterside, or cuddle up fireside in the lounge with a journal and herbal tea. Connect with nature, Self, and sisterhood. All scheduled activities are optional - it’s your retreat!  Please see the more information document below for details. Contact Shanti Retreat by email or phone to register.
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Oct 22nd to Oct 24th
Mid-Week Fall Restorative Retreat with Annie Bray
Widening Circles: Deep healing through movement, meditation and community. Join Annie Bray for her 2nd annual fall women's retreat at Shanti. Experience yoga and meditation, supportive community circles, delicious food and plenty of time to rest and explore the land and water. We will nourish both connection and solitude while holding space for the fullness of our experience. Annie's 18 years of teaching yoga and meditation, her work as a massage therapist and her many years of community engagement come together in her approach to group facilitation. Join me for a deep dive into connection. Please visit the link for more information or contact Annie directly with any questions.
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Oct 26th to Oct 28th
Relax, Rejuvenate Retreat with Kellie Dearman
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Nov 2nd to Nov 4th
Magical Women's Retreat: Chakra Yoga, Mystical Dance &Tantric Wisdom with Monika Nataraj
Rejuvenate and renew in sisterhood. This special gathering is brought back by popular demand for its 10th season! Discover the secrets of subtle energy and your own boundless feminine potential in a sacred circle of women. Savor the beauty of autumn during this weekend retreat filled with chakra yoga, movement medicine, evening gatherings, and a special cacao ceremony. Monika will introduce tantric teachings for women including womb practices of the jade egg, yin/yang balancing and compassionate self care. Monika has shared women’s sacred practices in over 24 countries around the globe since 2005, and leads teacher trainings. Awaken the goddess within - your feminine self! Please see the More Information document below for rates, schedule and details. Contact Shanti Retreat to make a booking, or for any questions
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Nov 9th to Nov 11th
Rest & Reconnect: A weekend of Restorative Yoga with Joshua Lewis
We welcome back Joshua Lewis for his 4th annual fall retreat - the ideal antidote for the busy and often stressful lives we lead. The greatest gift you can give yourself is the opportunity to switch from a state of “doing” to a state of simply “being.” Through the therapeutic practices of Yin, Gentle Hatha, and Restorative Yoga, our overall intention this weekend is to support the entire organism through rest. We will yield the body with the assistance of multiple props and the luxury of time. This practice of global release is passive and nourishing, calming the nervous system and promoting deep healing. Lovingly come back to yourself through a process of replenishment and rejuvenation. Weekend retreat includes accommodation, vegetarian meals, yoga with Joshua and use of Shanti's amenities, include an infrared sauna session. Please see more information document (coming soon) for full details. Contact Shanti Retreat by phone or email to register!
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Nov 16th to Nov 18th
Relax, Refresh, & Unwind Yoga Retreat with Hali Schwartz
Nurture your body with a weekend of restorative & gentle hatha yoga with a highly gifted and fun loving instructor, Hali Schwartz. Restorative & hatha yoga are conducive to allowing a sense of peace and ease to unfold in your being. A weekend retreat suitable for all levels, especially anyone looking to relax, de-stress, and unwind. During the evening gathering, Hali will share teachings which reflect her deep passion and understanding of yoga philosophy. This unique weekend retreat will offer you the opportunity to gain greater insight into yoga while providing plenty of free time to enjoy Shanti’s grounds and amenities. Please see the more information document below and contact Shanti Retreat to register by phone or email.
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Nov 23rd to Nov 25th
Fall Restoring Yoga Retreat with Andrea Robertson
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Feb 4th to Feb 13th
Joy of Being 10 day Yoga & Meditation Retreat in Goa, India with Darin and Wendy
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