A one-day women’s retreat and your invitation to soften, make space, and reconnect with what’s ready to bloom.
Hosted at Yoga Spirit Studio in Bragg Creek, this elevated VIP experience weaves together yoga, meditation, and hands-on aromatherapy rituals, with practical insights to bring into your everyday life. With unhurried time to connect, reflect, and simply be, you’re invited to step away from the demands of daily life, release stress, and return to what matters most—you.
Your experience includes lunch and afternoon snacks, a take-home AromaYin ritual gift, and a digital companion to help you carry moments of renewal into everyday life.
Retreat Details*
Date: Saturday, March 20, 2026
Time: 9:00 am arrival · 9:30 am start · 5:30 pm finish
Location: TBD (Bragg Creek or Priddis)
Who it’s for: Women · All levels of yoga experience welcome
Limited spots (only 16 participants).
*Details may be adjusted.
Is this one-day retreat for you?
You’re holding a lot. Your days are full, your mind keeps moving, and even when you pause, it can be hard to truly settle. As spring approaches, you might feel ready for something to shift—not another goal to chase, but a little more space to breathe, listen, and feel like yourself again.
Return to YOU: Reawaken — A Spring Equinox Yoga & Wellness Retreat is your invitation to soften, set down some of what you’ve been carrying, and reconnect with what’s ready to bloom. Hosted at Yoga Spirit Studio in Bragg Creek, this intimate, one-day women’s retreat offers time to rest, reflect, and welcome the new season on your own terms.
You don’t need to arrive feeling inspired or ready for a fresh start. Come as you are. There’s room for that, too.
This retreat is for you if:
- You crave a day away from everyday demands—to breathe deeply, feel cared for, and reconnect with yourself.
- You’ve been feeling stretched thin or constantly “on,” and want space to slow down, along with simple practices to bring home.
- You’re drawn to the possibility of a new season, but want to explore what comes next without pressure to do more or become someone new.
- You love yoga and meditation—or feel curious—and would enjoy exploring different practices in a welcoming, thoughtfully guided setting.
- You’re curious about aromatherapy and want hands-on experiences and practical education to make it part of your everyday rituals.
- You long for meaningful connection with other women, balanced with quiet moments to reflect and simply be.
- You want self-care to feel less like another task and more like a genuine return to what nourishes you.
If you’re nodding along, this day was created with you in mind.
Step away from the noise. Let yourself be supported. Make room for what’s ready to bloom—at your own pace.
What you’ll experience
At Return to YOU: Reawaken Retreat, you’ll experience a thoughtfully curated day of yoga, meditation, aromatherapy, and meaningful connection—all with space to pause, reflect, and simply be.
Held in the welcoming atmosphere of Yoga Spirit Studio in Bragg Creek, this intimate women’s retreat blends guided experiences, nourishing food, and unhurried moments to yourself. You’ll be invited to soften into rest, reconnect with what matters to you, and explore the possibilities of a new season—without pressure to do more or be anything other than yourself.
The full schedule and special touches will be shared closer to the event, along with everything you need to prepare for your day. For now, know that a warm welcome and a thoughtfully prepared experience await.
*Schedule and offerings may vary based on availability of guest instructors and attendee preferences.
What you’ll leave with (benefits)
A little more space. A softer pace. A renewed connection to you.
This day is thoughtfully designed to help you feel:
Rested and grounded—with opportunities to release tension, breathe more freely, and settle into a gentler rhythm.
Calmer and clearer—with space to quiet the noise and notice what deserves your energy.
Reconnected with yourself—with a deeper awareness of what nourishes you, what you’re ready to set down, and what you’d like to welcome.
Gently renewed—not pressured to transform, but free to explore what’s ready to bloom in your own time.
Supported and seen—through meaningful connection with other women in an intimate, welcoming environment.
Equipped with practical rituals—including simple aromatherapy, breath, and reflection practices to bring moments of care into everyday life.
This isn’t about leaving as a whole new person. It’s about returning to yourself—with room to rest, permission to begin gently, and something nourishing to carry into the season ahead.
The Flow of the Day (Sample Schedule)
Schedule is based on previous events. Final schedule will be released n the new year.
9:00–9:30 am – Arrival, tea & settling in
Check in, enjoy tea, find your space in the studio, and gently land in the retreat environment.
9:30–10:15 am – Opening circle & meditation
Welcome, intention setting, and guided meditation to shift from everyday mode into retreat mode.
10:15–11:15 am – Kundalini Inspired Flow Yoga
An energizing, yet gentle practice using movement, breath and mantra. Designed to awaken and clear, not exhaust.
11:15–11:30 am – Tea & Reset Water, tea, washroom, and a little movement or fresh air.
11:30 am–12:30 pm – Essential Emotions (Ride The Wave) Session
Experience an essential emotions breakthrough session using aromatherapy, guided prompts and quiet time to integrate personal discoveries into daily life.
12:30–1:30 pm – Nourishing Lunch & Connect
A seasonal, grounding meal that’s satisfying yet supportive of continued practice. Lunch provided by Jennifer Schulhauser, Red Seal Chef, Master Herbalist and owner of Wild Roots Wellness.
1:30–2:30 pm – AromaYin Yoga
Slow, floor-based practice with longer holds to release deep tension, support the nervous system, and cultivate stillness.
2:30pm – 2:40pm: Short Bio Break
2:40–3:40 pm – Return To YOU Discovery Experience
A sensory experience to Return To YOU and take the experience home with you.
3:40pm – 4:00 – Refresh & Reset
Tea, water and light snack.
4:00–5:00 pm – Yoga Nidra & Sound Bath with artist, Crystal McGrath
Guided “yogic sleep,” a deeply restorative practice to close the arc of the day while experiencing an immersive sound journey, allowing your whole system to drop into deeper rest.
5:00–5:30 pm – Closing circle
Final reflections, gratitude, and gentle closing ritual. Leave with a clear, simple way to continue your practice at home.
What’s included
Your ticket includes a thoughtfully curated day of rest, renewal, and reconnection at Yoga Spirit Studio in Bragg Creek:
A full day of guided retreat experiences, with the final schedule shared closer to the event.
Yoga and meditation, with opportunities for both gentle movement and deep rest.
Hands-on aromatherapy experiences and practical education to inspire your everyday self-care.
Time for journaling, reflection, meaningful connection, and quiet moments to yourself.
A nourishing lunch and afternoon snacks.
A take-home gift to help you carry the experience into daily life.
An intimate, welcoming group setting for women in a beautiful space surrounded by nature.
The specific practices, special guest contribution, and finishing touches are still taking shape. You’ll receive the full schedule and confirmed details closer to the retreat.
Come in comfortable clothing, and bring your favourite yoga mat and a journal if you wish. A complete what-to-bring list will be sent before the event, so you can arrive feeling prepared and ready to settle in.
Investment
$247 – $297 (only 16 tickets available)
Includes meditations, yoga, lunch, snacks, and special VIP Gift.
Sale ends March 15, 2027 or until sold out.
*Previous attendees, watch your email for special Founders’ rate.
Who’s guiding you
Hosted by:
Rachel Joy Olsen (R.J.O. Wellness)
Yoga teacher (BYT-500, BCEP), author and women’s health and wellness coach.
Rachel creates heart-centred, sensory-rich experiences that blend yoga, meditation, aromatherapy, and nervous system support. Her work is rooted in the belief that every woman deserves spaces where she can soften, be held, and reconnect with the truest version of herself. Return to YOU: Yoga & Wellness Retreat is the next evolution of those spaces—a retreat in one day.
FAQ’s
No. All levels are welcome. You’ll be offered options and can rest whenever needed.
Comfortable clothing, a yoga mat if you prefer your own, a water bottle, and a journal/pen.
We aim to provide a nourishing meal and can often accommodate common dietary needs with advance notice. Details will be shared closer to the event. All meals and snacks are vegan. *Gluten free upon request.
Aromatherapy is used intentionally and gently. If you have sensitivities, please note this when registering and accommodations will be discussed where possible.
Ready to soften, reconnect, and welcome what’s ready to bloom?
Return to YOU: Reawaken is your invitation to step away from everyday demands and into a day of rest, renewal, and meaningful connection.
With space for just 16 women, this retreat is intentionally intimate, with room to feel supported and simply be. If this feels like the pause you’ve been longing for, reserve your place. You don’t need to arrive ready to bloom—just come as you are.