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The Grace of Enough: A Winter Gathering
The Grace of Enough: A Winter Gathering
January 9 - 10, 2026
Whistler, Canada
Hosted By
1 nights, 2 days
40 person retreat
Highlights
Heart-led Talks with Sarah
Guided Meditation and Breathwork sessions with Sarah & Carolyn
Deep Self-Reflection + Mindfulness Workshops
Slow Yoga and Restorative Movement classes with Carolyn
An Afternoon of Hot / Cold Circuit Therapy with Aika Spa
Full access to the entire property and trails at Brew Creek Centre
Extra time for snowshoeing or to visit Whistler
Welcome Gift included
Details
A long weekend to rest the urge to strive. To stop reaching, fixing, or becoming, and instead learn to receive. Through meditation, gentle movement, reflection, and shared quiet, we’ll nourish what already lives within us. This is a time for deep listening, quiet dreaming, and remembering that nothing is missing. Come as you are. Let this be your place of rest—a circle of women returning to what’s true and whole within. Carolyn and Sarah will share practices and reminders that have guided them along their journeys of “undoing,” offering tools to release what no longer serves you and reconnect with your own vitality. Sarah will offer heart-led talks exploring the beauty and challenge of being human, and a flow writing workshop that invites reflection, creative expression, and a renewed sense of trust in yourself and the path you’re on. Carolyn will guide slow yoga classes, cathartic breathwork & sound journeys and workshops for unpacking old, worn-out narratives of grief and guilt, supporting your nervous system, and creating space for deep restoration. Our retreat home is the stunning Brew Creek Centre - a 1.5-hour drive north of Vancouver, BC, Canada, two hours from the airport, and 15 minutes south of Whistler, an all-season, world-renowned alpine resort. If transformation is going to happen, it’s going to happen here - in an intimate, exclusive forest setting. You will receive a follow up Welcome Email from Sarah & Carolyn and directions for how to send the remainder of the deposit, within 48 hours of registering.
Venue
The Brew Creek Centre
4.8 ★ 37 Reviews
People come here to make lasting commitments, unplug, share, reflect, rejoice, find inspiration and connect. The deep sense of serenity here sets in the minute you cross the bridge onto our exclusive 20-acre private property—an oasis of rainforest and ferns, cozy nooks and meandering contemplation paths, and colourful gardens bursting with bright blooms and fragrant herbs. Ours is a place that’s warm and welcoming, serene and charming, with beautiful natural indoor and outdoor spaces thoughtfully designed to foster meaningful connection. We’re also easily accessible—no ferry or floatplane required. And, though you might find no need to leave our little slice of heaven, Whistler is just a 15-minute drive away.
Free Wifi
Garden
Restaurant
Kitchen
Free Parking
Bathtub
Bathroom
Accommodation
Main Lodge Single Occupancy Private Room
Private room for 1
$2,850 USD total
Brew North Building Double Occupancy Shared Room
2-person shared room
$2,290 USD / person
Brew East Building Single Occupancy Private Room
Private room for 1
$2,850 USD total
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The deep sense of serenity at Brew Creek Centre sets in the minute you cross the bridge onto the exclusive 20-acre private property—an oasis of rainforest and ferns, cozy nooks and meandering contemplation paths, and colourful gardens bursting with bright blooms and fragrant herbs. If transformation is going to happen, it’s going to happen here. That’s because of the seclusion and privacy, and because all the spaces are sustainably designed to be stunning and inspiring, and seamlessly connected to nature. This intentionally crafted environment allows guests to cut out distractions and tap into creative thinking, making any venture that much more successful. It is different here. Minutes from Whistler, British Columbia, and miles away from it all. Our accommodations are diverse, distinctive and filled with character—whether it’s a wood cabin, upstairs lodge perch or one of our new rooms made of handsome reclaimed wood and recycled materials. Each is furnished tastefully in contemporary West Coast style with classic, unfussy touches.
Meals
Meals provided
Brunch · Dinner
Diets catered
Organic · Vegetarian · Gluten-free · Dairy-free · Vegan · Nut Allergy Friendly
Nourishment is an essential part of the retreat experience, and our cuisine reflects the cozy, coastal abundance of the Pacific Northwest in winter. Thoughtful, nourishing, and deeply satisfying — each meal is designed to ground the body and warm the spirit after time spent in practice or out in the snow. Each morning begins with a leisurely brunch served after practice: an abundant spread of seasonal fruits, fresh breads, farm eggs, local cheeses, wholesome grains, and comforting bowls — always accompanied by herbal teas and freshly brewed coffee. In the evening, we gather again for dinner — a wholesome, west coast–inspired vegetarian meal crafted with local produce and hearty winter ingredients. Expect vibrant soups, roasted vegetables, earthy grains, and creative plant-based dishes that celebrate balance and comfort. Between meals, you’ll be nourished by two hearty snacks each day, to keep you energized and cozy throughout your time here. Our chefs work closely with local growers and markets to source the freshest seasonal ingredients, creating dishes that are both grounding and uplifting. Plant-based and vegan options are always available and thoughtfully prepared. Whether you join around the long communal table or settle near the fire with a warm bowl in hand, meals at the retreat are an invitation to slow down, savour, and connect — with yourself, with nature, and with one another.
Testimonials
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Hosts
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
Sarah Blondin
British Columbia, Canada
Sarah Blondin is the founder, writer, videographer and podcast creator of 'live awake'. She lives in British Columbia, Canada with her husband and two sons. I love to teach people how to regulate you...
2 languages
English and BR. Português
Teaching for 9 years
Joined Insight Timer in Sep 2016
What's Included
All Accommodations, linens, shampoo, conditioner, soap
Heart Led Talks and Discussions
Group vegetarian meals daily (Brunch, Dinner and 2 Hearty Snacks)
Daily Slow Yoga and Restorative Movement classes
Daily Guided Meditation and Breathwork + Sound sessions
Flow Writing Workshop
Workbook and Welcome Gift
An AIKA Hot + Cold Therapy Circuit on Day 2 of the retreat
Full access to the entire property and trails at Brew Creek Centre
Not Included
Airfare, flights and airport transfers (we can help to coordinate)
Travel insurance
Snowshoeing excursions (we can help to coordinate)
Massage treatments (we can help to coordinate)
FAQs
Guest requirements
This is an experience for women only
All levels 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.
