Elevate & Explore Wellness Retreat
Our Elevate & Explore Wellness Retreat was created in collaboration with Rajean Willis (RSW/Therapist).
“Retreating meant for us, Black women, a time of togetherness, reflection, discussion, relaxation and joy. We spent time elevating our connection to self and each other spiritually, emotionally, mentally and physically with the most beautiful elements of Mother Nature at our fingertips. We acknowledge our ancestral journey, and those of our grandmothers and even mothers who may not have had the opportunity to retreat in these ways but continued to survive and thrive. We honoured their presence with our sincerest gratitude for this opportunity and the commitment to continue these kinds of “treating” of self.” - Rajean Willis
Location: Owl & Otter Airbnb, Mineville, NS (approximately 30 minutes from Halifax)
Testimonials
“I’m still thinking about my time at the retreat! Although the location was not far from the city, I felt like we were away from everything. The venture was amazing and being there with other Black women gave me a safe space to share and be myself. Having scheduled activities gave me something to look forward to but also having down time to relax and reflect was great. Overall, I felt at peace and comfortable, not to mention the food was incredible! Thanks for inviting me and sign me up for the next one!”
— Monique
“René, first I want to thank you for the amazing experience. The retreat was way more than I could’ve ever imagined! This was the first retreat I’ve ever attended and let me tell you it was full of so much amazingness! The way it was thought out was top tier, from the events, the location & even the food. This is now something I can’t wait to do again. 5 star experience, I highly recommend.”
— Shanea
“The Elevate and Explore retreat was amazing. First, the location was one I’ve never been to before so I love that René got me to explore a new place in Nova Scotia. The environment was very welcoming and the food was incredible. I throughly enjoyed the travel theme, decorations and programming was on point. I’d never been to a birthday party with an agenda and programs so that was so great. The bonfire, s’mores and wine tasting was my favorite. Overall the weekend was rejuvenating and refreshing and I can’t wait for the next event.”