Illumination Women's Retreat
SPRING 2023
Cleanse and Reenergize your Mind, Body and Spirit through Food, Nature and Movement
A three-day getaway to be deeply nurtured and reconnected to yourself so you can return to everyday life feeling renewed, aligned and inspired to create the life you truly want to be living.
3:30pm April 20th - 12pm April 23rd, 2023 | Cuyuna, MN
Alright sleepyhead, it’s time to pull yourself out from under the heavy blanket of winter into the new, fresh energy of spring!
This transition can be a difficult one. A feeling of heaviness pervading your body and your mind. You may feel sluggish, tight and unmotivated.
But with a little help you can move out of that weighted energy and bring in a sense of lightness, vibrancy and expansion by giving yourself space and time to realign with nature’s cycles and your own true rhythm.
Spring is the season to cleanse and rejuvenate in order to create rich soil for planting the seeds of growth, happiness and overall wellness you deserve.
This is a fresh new start for YOU!
Imagine what it would feel like to be completely revitalized - mind, body and soul.
Throughout the retreat you will:
Rid yourself of the heaviness you’re carrying by cleansing yourself physically and mentally
Learn beneficial practices for rejuvenating your entire system
Get clear about what new “seeds” you want to plant in your life
Recognize how you need to nourish those seeds in order for them to BLOOM
Bring awareness to what “weeds” get in the way of living your best life
Practice season specific yoga sequences and breathwork that will support the transition from winter to spring
Learn about healthy spring eating by preparing nutritious meals together
Immerse yourself in the elements of nature to connect you with your True nature
Explore the wisdom and power of your body through various forms of movement
Determine what true self-care looks like for you and how to integrate it into your current routine.
Create a vision of your future that aligns with your unique path.
Join us for the retreat and you will leave feeling:
Refreshed, recentered, nurtured, connected, radiant, nourished, with excitement and clarity for the season ahead.
Thursday
Arrive
Welcome!
You will be greeted with an assortment of healthy snacks, a refreshing beverage and a gift package containing all you will need for your stay.
We will acquaint you with the venue and then gather together for the opening.
Using grounding and centering practices, we will then allow you to truly “arrive”.
Friday
Assess
Where are you now, mentally, physically, and spiritually?
In this portion of the retreat you will take an honest look at the areas of your life that are weighing you down, what is lying dormant and what is eager to grow.
Saturday
Pulling Weeds and Nourishing the Soil
Everyone has “weeds” and imbalances in their “life gardens” that get in the way of living our best lives.
This day will be all about clearing and cleansing the way with loving self-compassion and then deeply replenishing your energy.
Sunday
Grow
What is your most beautiful vision for your “life garden”?
How will you tend to it so it can bloom and grow?
Our final day will bring it all together.
You will use all we’ve learned to create your “life garden” vision and then devise a plan to intentionally care for it and bring it to fruition.
Finally, we will celebrate!
If you are wanting. . .
Time in nature
Nutritious and delicious food
Daily movement
Personal reflection
Connection with other like minded souls
then this is the retreat for you!
Here’s an idea of the flow of each day. . .
The day will begin with a morning meditation and gently waking up our bodies.
We will then prepare and eat breakfast together.
Next we will move into our learning & activity, followed by either yoga or other movement.
Lunch will be a take and go meal to allow you space and time to visit or be on your own.
After lunch you will have some space to do as you please until we gather back for our afternoon learning & activity session.
We will then do either a yoga practice or other movement followed by dinner.
The evening will close with a relaxing meditation practice.
Venue
The retreat will be held at a newly built home on the pristine and quiet East Rabbit Lake in northern Minnesota, near Crosby. It is surrounded by forests that host hiking, ATV and biking trails.
Accommodations
There are 5 available rooms at the house, each with a king-sized bed.
If you are choosing to stay at the house, you will be given a single occupancy room.
The bathrooms are shared by the occupants of 2 of the rooms.
There is a large kitchen with all items needed.
Rooms are also available at the Red Rider Resort and Crosby Lofts
There is also a “glamping” option close by the venue.
Covid-19
All appropriate sanitary measures will be taken.
*Understand that you are attending at your own risk as we are not requiring vaccinations, masks or social distancing. That said, you are encouraged and supported in taking any personal measures you feel appropriate to feel safe and comfortable.
Frequently Asked Questions
+ Who is this retreat for?
It’s for women who are looking for some time and space to replenish their energy, reconnect with their true selves and learn valuable tools to improve their health and overall wellness. And have fun!
+ Can I sign up with a friend?
Yes, you will even receive a special price, select the "bring a friend" option at checkout.
+ When is check-in & check-out?
Check-in is between 3pm-3:30 on Thursday April 20th. Check out is at noon on Sunday April 23rd.
+ What should I bring?
- Medium to heavy clothing for wide range in temps (30F-70F)
- Yoga clothes/comfortable clothing that allows for movement
- Good walking shoes or boots
- Yoga mat/props, only if you prefer to use your own
- Rain Jacket/Warm Coat
- Toothbrush/toothpaste/personal toiletries
- Pillow or anything you need to have a good night’s sleep.
+ What will be provided?
- All meals/snacks/beverages
- Toiletries- shampoo, conditioner, body wash
- Bath towels/washcloths
- All bedding
- Yoga mat and all props
+ Will there be free time or is the entire time programmed?
There will be blocks of free time each day to use as you wish.
+ What level of yoga will we be doing?
All yoga practices will be beginner level with options for modifications.
+ What are the onsite amenities?
Participants will have access to kayaks, infrared sauna, and hammock.
+ What other activities are available in the area?
- Hiking trails
- Paved biking trails (offsite rentals available)
- Fat Tire bike trails (offsite rentals available)
- Canoeing (offsite rentals available)
- Kayaking
- Paddle Boarding
+ How big is the group?
In order to keep it intimate, we are keeping it at 8-10 participants plus the two facilitators.
+ What is the refund policy?
Once booked, we will not be offering a refund, but will apply a credit to use at a future offering.
Hi there, I’m Victoria Lahr!
I’m the owner of Illumination Coaching and Yoga. I am a wife, mother of four dynamic adult children, a holistic life and integrative health coach and a yoga instructor.
Life has taught me that so many of our cultural norms threaten to keep us unhappy, unhealthy and looking outside ourselves for validation. This personal experience has led me to my passion of guiding and supporting people to live their most authentic and health-filled lives.
My approach is rooted in a holistic view of a person’s life, including the connection between their mind, body and spirit. I believe when the whole person is taken into account, true healing, growth and happiness are the result.
I help my clients and students bring clarity to their “why” and then together we design a path that is customized to their specific goals, circumstances and individuality. This personalized process has been extremely beneficial for those I work with and an incredible honor to facilitate.