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The Slow Return: Spring Yoga Retreat

May 6 - 9, 2027

Perth Road, Canada

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Hosted By

Carolyn Anne Budgell

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3 nights, 4 days

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25 person retreat

Highlights

  • Spa Yoga and Restorative Movement sessions indoors and outdoors

  • Guided Meditation and Breathwork sessions

  • Sauna sessions and time to rest by the water

  • Evening bonfire gathering

  • Thoughtfully designed Retreat Centre on Loughborough Lake and 900 acres of biodiverse boreal forest

  • Somatic Movement sessions

  • Option to book a massage onsite (*additional)

  • Nervous system regulation tools and practices woven throughout the retreat

Details

Join Carolyn Anne Budgell for a nourishing spring retreat designed to support deep rest, gentle release and renewed clarity at Bloom, near Toronto, Ontario. As a child, Carolyn spent many summers in Ontario visiting family, and she feels deeply grateful to return in a new and meaningful way this spring - to gather in community and share the practices that have most profoundly supported her own healing, grounding and growth. Set along the water and surrounded by forest, Bloom Holistic Retreat Centre naturally invites you to slow down and reconnect with yourself. Over the course of this 3-night, 4-day retreat near Toronto, you'll be guided through thoughtfully curated experiences designed to calm the nervous system, replenish energy and create space for insight and renewal. Whether you're feeling stretched thin, standing at the threshold of a new season in life, or simply craving a few days to breathe more deeply, The Slow Return offers a welcoming space to show up exactly as you are and remember what it feels like to move through life with greater ease.

Location

Perth Road, Canada

Located in the scenic countryside of Perth Road, this peaceful rural area offers a quintessential Canadian retreat experience surrounded by forests, lakes, and rolling farmland. Just a short drive from the historic city of Kingston, Perth Road provides a tranquil setting for relaxation, outdoor recreation, and nature-based experiences. Visitors can enjoy hiking, paddling, wildlife viewing, and stargazing while experiencing the quiet beauty of eastern Ontario’s landscapes, making it an ideal destination for wellness retreats and restorative getaways.

Venue

Bloom Holistic Retreat

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Bloom Holistic Retreat is a serene wellness sanctuary nestled in the peaceful countryside of Ontario, Canada, offering a restorative environment for personal growth, relaxation, and holistic healing. Surrounded by nature, the retreat provides a tranquil escape from the demands of everyday life, inviting guests to reconnect with themselves through mindfulness, yoga, meditation, nourishing cuisine, and immersive wellness experiences. With its warm, welcoming atmosphere and thoughtfully curated programs, Bloom Holistic Retreat creates the ideal setting for reflection, renewal, and meaningful connection in a beautiful natural setting.

Yoga Studio

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Accommodation

Poplar Lakeview Room for 1 or 2 people

Private room for 2

$1,240 USD / person

Poplar Lakeview Room for 1 or 2 people

Private room for 1

$1,980 USD total

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Designed by acclaimed architect Siamak Hariri, the rooms are thoughtfully crafted to blend comfort, simplicity and natural beauty. Large windows invite in the surrounding landscape, creating a light-filled space that encourages deep rest and renewal. Each room includes comfortable linens, essential amenities and the quiet atmosphere needed to truly settle into your retreat experience. Beyond your room, you'll enjoy access to Bloom's stunning wellness spaces, including a bright and spacious yoga studio fully equipped with premium props, as well as a 1,700-square-foot outdoor practice deck immersed in nature. Every detail has been carefully considered to support your comfort, well-being and connection to the land.

Meals

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Meals provided

Brunch · Dinner

Diets catered

Vegan · Vegetarian · Gluten-free · Dairy-free · Nut Allergy Friendly

At Bloom, we believe that food is not just sustenance; it’s an essential part of holistic wellness. Our culinary approach is rooted in simplicity and mindfulness, focusing on whole foods that nourish both body and soul. We celebrate vegetarian cuisine, curating vibrant dishes that highlight seasonal produce, including the organic vegetables, fruits, herbs and edible flowers from our Bloom gardens. Each meal is well balanced and includes protein, to keep our guests feeling satisfied and nourished. In alignment with our commitment to sustainability, we implement practices such as composting and sourcing ingredients from eco-conscious suppliers. This approach not only minimizes waste but also promotes environmental stewardship. * Bloom offers set daily vegetarian menus, with gluten-free and dairy-free options upon request. While we do our best to accommodate dietary restrictions, our kitchen is not certified allergen-free.

Schedule

Expect spacious mornings, nourishing meals, guided practices, meaningful conversations, moments of stillness and gentle opportunities for reflection woven throughout each day. Every day includes guided practices, nourishing meals, time for reflection and spacious opportunities to rest. Through Meditation, Breathwork, Spa Yoga, Mindfulness workshops, and meaningful connection, you'll be supported in slowing down and listening more deeply to yourself.

Testimonials

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I wanted to thank you for such a wonderful retreat experience. I gained so much insight and value from the week we had together and have so looked forward to implementing my takeaways as I navigate my journey forward. Thank you again for being so authentic and vulnerable with all of us and allowing us the space to do the same. Looking forward to future opportunities to practice together.

Justina, Canada

I just wanted to say thank you. Thank you for such an amazing experience at your retreat. It was so well planned! So full of experiences and important time for myself to reflect, unwind and decompress from what has been one of the most challenging years of my life. Your retreat reminded me to not forget to put myself first so that I can remain strong not just emotionally but physically. You are very good at what you do! Not everyone in life finds their calling. You certainly have. Thank you for an unforgettable experience Carolyn.

Lorelie, Canada

Thank you for helping me to have a wonderful retreat. Thank you for leading such a kind, welcoming and well rounded experience for meditation. I’ve had a meaningful and nourishing time for my soul. I am grateful that you care, for what you reminded me and that you made all of this possible.

Nancy, Canada

I wanted to let you know how that weekend helped me, in many ways, and gave me the gentleness I needed. I'm really driven by your approach, and it helped me to heal from different things I've been going through in the last year, even if it's a journey. Thank you so much for that opportunity, for your kindness and to allow us to live that beautiful experience with you.

Mireille, Canada

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Host

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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

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English

Teaching for 9 years

Joined Insight Timer in Sep 2016

What's Included

3 nights + 4 days accommodation at Bloom Holistic Retreat Centre

Daily nourishing meals, snacks, coffee + tea

Morning Meditation + Breathwork practices with Carolyn

Restorative + Slow Flow Yoga classes curated by Carolyn for all levels

Guided Reflective Inquiry + Journalling practices

Nervous system regulation tools and practices woven throughout the retreat

Fireside connection under the stars

Spacious free time to walk, reflect, read, nap or connect in community

A thoughtfully curated welcome gift

Not Included

Travel to and from Bloom Holistic Retreat Centre

Optional onsite massage treatments and additional wellness services

Personal expenses

FAQs

Cancellation policy

The remaining balance for the retreat is due 90 days prior to the start date. If this balance is paid earlier than these 90 days, you are eligible to cancel and receive a full refund of this remaining balance, provided you do so at least 90 days before the retreat begins.