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One Day Restorative Yoga & Mindfulness Retreat



One Day Restorative Yoga & Mindfulness Retreat
May 10, 2026
Bowen Island, Canada
1 day
18 person retreat
Highlights
Practice in a Geodesic Dome in the Forest
20 minute ferry from Vancouver, BC, Canada
Gentle Hatha & Restorative Spa Yoga Sessions
Breathwork for Clarity & Calm
Guided Stillness: Meditations & Nature Walks
Reflective Writing, Group Sharing & Intention Setting
Details
An opportunity to experience the beauty of Bowen Island while immersing into soothing mindfulness practices and a renewed connection to self. Join Carolyn for a grounding day at Nectar Yoga. This retreat is designed to help you discover new ways of caring for your nervous system and heart. Through powerful guided Meditations, restorative Spa Yoga, Breathwork and open discussions, you’ll leave feeling whole again. You’ll find new reasons to celebrate yourself and all that you’ve grown through. Give yourself permission to pause and rest. It’s a perfect mini getaway to Nectar Yoga, on Bowen Island.
Venue
Nectar Yoga Retreat
4.9 ★ 243 Reviews

Time to press pause. Enjoy a balance of introspection through yoga and relaxation and connection through community both here and throughout Bowen Island. The Nectar Yoga Experience is a link back to your inner self and nature—a space to dream. A womb to deeply relax. Explore, read, write, draw, enjoy one of Bowen Island’s many offerings—do whatever lights your fire. This is your retreat to enjoy as you please.
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Garden
Towels
Housekeeping
Coffee / Tea
Restaurant
Heating
Meals
Not included - self catered
Meals are not included during this Day Retreat. There is a break midway through our day (at 3pm) where guests can enjoy a light fruit snack from Carolyn, or their own snack.
Testimonials
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Host

Carolyn Anne Budgell
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Sharing Mindfulness, Meditation + Breathwork since 2009, Carolyn's experience is vast: presenter at Wanderlust & Lululemon Festivals, published on My Yoga Online & Halfmoon Yoga, instructed over 20 Yo...
Certified Yoga Instructor
Accreditation has been verified
1 language
English
Teaching for 9 years
Joined Insight Timer in Sep 2016
What's Included
Gentle Hatha & Restorative Spa Yoga Sessions - Unwind with yoga practices designed to nourish your body and calm your nervous system, in the most serene environment.
Breathwork for Clarity & Calm - Practice simple, powerful breathing techniques to release tension and reconnect with inner stillness.
Guided Stillness: Meditations & Nature Walks - Drop into the present moment through seated guided meditations and mindful walking practices for grounding and awakening awareness.
Reflective Writing, Group Sharing & Intention Setting - Dive deeper into your inner world with directed journaling prompts, thoughtful group discussions, and the intentional creation of personal goals.
Self-Myofascial Release & Tension Relief - Explore body-based release through guided massage techniques using a lacrosse ball, helping to ease tight muscles.
All yoga mats, props and extra gifts are included.
Not Included
Travel & Ferry Costs
Food is not provided, but you can bring snacks to leave in the fridge and enjoy them during our mid-afternoon break
FAQs
Guest requirements
All levels are welcome
Cancellation policy
The remaining balance for the retreat is due 60 days prior to the start date. If this balance is paid earlier than these 60 days, you are eligible to cancel and receive a full refund of this remaining balance, provided you do so at least 60 days before the retreat begins.
