Resilient Retreat

Chair Yoga & Intentional Breathing (Sponsored by The Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation) (online)
2024-11-26 17:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York)
We practice chair yoga because we want to reap the many benefits of a yoga practice but getting on the floor is either inconvenient or not possible. We want to relieve stress, learn to breathe effectively, improve our circulation, increase our mobility and flexibility, strengthen our bodies and seek an overall calm.Call (941) 343-0039 or e mail (info@resilientretreat.org) to register.

Morning Retreat (in-person) - PROGRAM FULL
2024-12-07 09:00 - 12:30
Join us retreat morning focused on self-care and overall wellness. The morning will comprise of 2 programs. Retreats focus on building community while also enhancing tools to manage stress and trauma.

If you are interested in attending, please contact us at info@resilientretreat.org or call 941-343-0039. Some follow up questions may need to be answered to confirm attendance. We ask that participants plan to stay for the duration of the retreat. Space is also limited.

Musituality (Sponsored by the Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation) (in-person)
2024-12-19 17:00 - 18:00
Join Sarasota Performing Arts Teaching Artist, Maria Carolina Alban for an hour of music, meditation and connection (Musituality). Sound bath meditation is an ancient practice designed to encourage deep states of relaxation and meditation, through use of a variety of instruments and the human voice, to create a landscape of sound that washes over you. The instruments offer unique frequencies which result in a relaxing experience that allows us to regulate. Call 941-343-0039 or e mail info@resilientretreat.org to register. Prior registration is required and space is limited.

Equine Assisted Activity (in-person) - FULL PROGRAM
2025-01-17 10:00 - 11:30
Join us as we explore equine behavior. How horses communicate; herd dynamics, predator versus prey, gaining an understanding of the horse’s needs and how to help them feel safe. Learn about horse senses as we focus on the horse-human relationship. Equine Assisted Learning provides emotional and social benefits. By caring for horses and working with them we are able to develop a keener awareness of our surroundings, community and peers. We explore boundaries and empowerment while interacting with the horses and focusing on our breathing as it relates to the horses. ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST WEAR SNEAKERS OR BOOTS TO PARTICIPATE. This program is limited to 12 participants and registration is required. Please call 941-343-0039 or e mail (info@resilientretreat.org) to register.

Way to Start your Day Peer Support Group (online)
2025-01-28 17:15 - 18:15
Morning person? Or night owl? Whatever time of day you get up, that first segment can set the tone for a day of possibility, or for a day that’s pretty much like the day before. Nature shows us ways to start the day with ease, joy and creativity. Current neuroscience reflects this and gives us the keys to harmonizing body and mind. Would you like to explore ways to create something new in your day? You will create a customized menu of rich, practical, and inspiring ways to set you up for the best day possible. This interactive program is designed to help you craft a nourishing beginning. Please have pen (or colored pencils or markers) and paper handy. A good morning has a remarkable impact on the rest of our day, and can influence greatly how organized, grounded and productive we feel. Sharing and receiving support. Call 941-343-0039 or e mail info@resilientretreat.org to register.

Needle Felting (Sponsored by the Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation) (in-person)
2025-02-14 13:30 - 15:00
Needle crafting is the process of creating 3D shapes out of wool. Using a repetitive motion, we agitate the wool fibers which causes them to bond together to create a unique piece of art. Call 941-343-0039 or e mail (info@resilientretreat.org) to register. The deadline to register is Tuesday, February 11th to prepare supplies. The retreat will provide all the supplies.

Restorative Yoga (in-person)
2025-02-20 11:00 - 12:00
A gentle yoga class that will include stretches and meditation and that focuses on breathing. The goal of this group is to address the body-based impacts of trauma by providing participants with a safe space for relaxation and peace.

When the Sun Goes Down (online)
2025-02-20 17:15 - 18:30
A mindful evening transition routine is important because it acts as a signal to your body and mind that it’s time to wind down, preparing you for a restful sleep by creating a conscious shift from the day’s activities to a calmer state, ultimately leading to better sleep quality and improved mental well-being. Join us sharing and receiving support, thoughts and ideas. Call 941-343-0039 or e mail info@resilientretreat.org to register.

Immersive Nature Walk - Forest Bathing (in-Person)
2025-02-27 16:00 - 17:00
Join us for an immersive nature walk on our 84 acres of conservation land focusing on sensory awareness activities that allow us to connect and be present with nature. Exposure to green space results in mental restoration, increased positive emotions and decreased anxiety. Closed – toe shoes are required to participate. Please call 941-343-0039 or e mail info@resilientreatreat.org to register.

Musituality (Sponsored by The Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation) (in-person)
2025-02-27 17:00 - 18:00
Join Sarasota Performing Arts Teaching Artist, Maria Carolina Alban for an hour of music, meditation and connection (Musituality). Sound bath meditation is an ancient practice designed to encourage deep states of relaxation and meditation, through use of a variety of instruments and the human voice, to create a landscape of sound that washes over you. The instruments offer unique frequencies which result in a relaxing experience that allows us to regulate. Call 941-343-0039 or e mail info@resilientretreat.org to register.

Observing Spring Equinox (online)
2025-03-20 17:15 - 18:15
Yes, we have seasons, even here in Florida! And learning to honor the seasons both inside and outside us is a component of greater enrichment in life. Spring is traditionally a time of rebirth., of new growth. How can you use self-care, nature and neuroscience to support your new dreams? This program will be part group idea exchange and a short ceremony to honor the changes this season brings….Call 941-343-0039 or email info@resilientretreat.org to register.

Breaking Patterns (online)
2025-03-27 15:00 - 16:00
How do we identify the patterns we need to break and create new ones? This workshop consists of creating a pattern, be it with actual items like small stones or with line drawings, or drawn shapes and colors, etc. After some discussion, we then explore creating new patterns out of the old, using all of what is already there and creating something totally different. You will need paper and markers, crayons, colored pencils, stones, beads, wool or anything you have available to create a pattern. Please call 941-343-0039 or e mail info@resilientretreat.org to register. Sponsored by the Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation.

Day Retreat (in-person) - PROGRAM FULL
2025-04-08 09:45 - 15:30
Join us for a day retreat focused on self-care and overall wellness. The day will comprise of 3 programs, time for rest and a light lunch will be provided. Day retreats focus on building community while also enhancing tools to manage stress and trauma.

We ask that participants plan to stay for the duration of the retreat. Space is also limited.

Sound Bath (in-person) - PROGRAM FULL
2025-04-09 17:00 - 18:00
The intention of a sound bath is to create a state of harmony using sound to clear discordance. Among the benefits are relaxation, an increased sense of well-being and an expanded awareness. The different frequencies of sound healing instruments such as tuning forks and crystal singing bowls, affect different organs, emotions, illnesses, diseases, chakras and trauma. . Call (941-343-0039) or e mail (info@resilientretreat.org) to register.

Community Resilience Model (CRM)® (online)
2025-04-15 17:00 - 18:00
The Community Resiliency Model (CRM)® offers us the opportunity to understand our nervous system and how our body and brain respond to times of high stress and trauma. Simple biologically-based skills to support and stabilize the nervous system will be introduced in this workshop. Call 941-343-0039 or e mail (info@resilientretreat.org) to register.

Outdoor Mindfulness (in-person)
2025-04-23 11:00 - 12:30
Join outdoor mindfulness guide Kathleen, in the ‘more than human world’ for 90 minutes of quiet nature-focused time. Carve some space for yourself in the outdoors as we transition through spring and feel the benefits on our bodies and minds that we achieve by connecting with our senses while outside. Practicing breathing, relaxing, feeling and watching in the natural environment around us can provide beneficial results even after the actual session. The session will involve some gentle movement, slow walking over uneven terrain and participants will be invited to sit on the ground for a short period of time. This session is open to adults who are comfortable with the mobility described. Please bring a towel to sit on and sunscreen or bug repellent if that will make you more comfortable. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy closed toe shoes (sneakers or boots) Call 941-343-0039 or e mail info@resilientretreat.org to register. Space is limited to ten.

Trauma Informed Yoga with Extended Meditative Sivasana (in-person) - PROGRAM FULL
2025-05-13 10:30 - 12:00
Led by a yoga instructor trained in trauma-informed care, this in-person gentle yoga class will include stretches and meditation. The goal of this group is to address the body-based impacts of trauma by providing participants with a safe space for relaxation and peace. Call (941) 343-0039 or e mail (info@resilientretreat.org) the office to register.

Immersive Meditation (Online)
2025-05-27 15:30 - 16:45
Join Mindfulness coach, Julie Burch, for mindfulness training with an emphasis on specific techniques for relaxing and feeling good.Please call (941-343-0039) or e mail (info@resilientretreat.org) to register.

Immersive Nature Walk (in-person)
2025-05-29 16:00 - 17:00

Celebrating the Summer Solstice (online)
2025-06-10 17:15 - 18:00
What’s your favorite season? Our bodies and minds are exquisitely designed to be in harmony with the rest of nature. As we transition through the seasons, things change within us and around us. Learn to flow with the changes through reflection and setting intentions. Create your own road map to enjoy the summer and reap its benefits as we celebrate the Summer Solstice! Call 941-343-0039 or e mail info@resilientretreat.org to register.

Mindful Meditation (online)
2025-06-17 16:30 - 17:00
Mindfulness meditation is a guided technique you can use to develop focus, clarity and balance as well as to increase inner peace, resilience and happiness. Call (941) 343-0039 or e mail (info@resilientretreat.org) the office to register.

Essential Oil Yoga (week 12 of 12)(in-person)
2025-07-16 09:30 - 10:45
Using essential oils on pressure points and meridians in conjunction with yoga to facilitate the release, balance and connection of our emotion’s energetic patterns and unique frequencies. Encouraging the release of muscle tension through movement and static stretches. Call 941-343-0039 or e mail info@resilientretreat.org to register and for the facilitator to prepare oils.

Immersive Meditation (online)
2025-07-23 15:30 - 16:45
Join Mindfulness coach (Julie Burch) for a multi-sensory mindfulness practice designed to promote deep relaxation, emotional well-being, and sustained focus. The program uses carefully guided audio to create a soothing “cocoon” that gently minimizes external distractions and helps participants turn inward. By fully engaging the senses, Immersive Meditation supports a state of ease and presence where the mind can settle naturally.

With an emphasis on practical mindfulness techniques, the training focuses on relaxing the body, calming the nervous system, and cultivating feelings of comfort, safety, and pleasure. Participants are guided through methods that encourage letting go of tension, enhancing awareness of pleasant sensations, and developing a positive, grounded emotional state that can be carried into daily life..Please call (941-343-0039) or e mail (info@resilientretreat.org).

Beyond Counting Sheep (online)
2025-08-13 16:30 - 17:30
Getting a good night’s sleep is important for our mental and physical health. Yet, quality rest often eludes many of us. Join us for this virtual workshop where we will share helpful sleep strategies beyond just counting sheep. Call 941-343-0039 or e mail (info@resilientretreat.org) to register.

Humming for Happiness for Beginners (in-person)
2025-08-21 14:00 - 15:00
Humming is an internal sound bath and the vibrations you create can be intentionally directed to the parts of your body, offering pain relief and healing. In addition, humming is a way to bring your mind into a deeply calming and meditative state. Call 941-343-0039 or e mail info@resilientretreat.org to register.

Becoming Picasso (Peer Support Group) (online)
2025-08-22 11:00 - 13:00
Through a series of exercises, inspired by theater directors Boal and Stanislavski, and ancient knowledge from the Yoga Sutras, explore the thoughts that think they are facts and that have the most influence in our behaviors. Take an inventory of your consciousness, examine your intelligence, outer mind, senses, and ego. Be in the present moment, break the habitual cycle of thinking and step into the space of infinite possibilities. This program is facilitated by Maria, a teaching artist and sponsored by the Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation. Call 941-343-0039 or e mail info@resilientretreat.org to register.

Community Resilience Model (CRM) ® (online)
2025-09-09 17:00 - 18:30
The Community Resiliency Model (CRM)® offers us the opportunity to understand our nervous system and how our body and brain respond to times of high stress and trauma. Simple biologically-based skills to support and stabilize the nervous system will be introduced in this workshop. Call (941-343-0039) or e mail (info@resilientretreat.org) to register.

Educator Strong Peer Support Program (3 of 4) (online)
2025-09-16 16:00 - 17:00
Calling all school staff – this series of virtual peer support groups is for you! Connect with other school staff members to give and receive support. PRE REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Call 941-343-0039 or e mail (info@resilientretreat.org) to register.

Fall Equinox Celebration (online)
2025-09-18 17:15 - 18:15
Fall is in the air! Well… at least the calendar says so! While leaves may not be turning in Florida, there are still changes a plenty this time of year. Join us for a ceremony to mark the fall equinox, the first official day of fall. Decide which experiences and ideas to “harvest” from the summer and what to bring forth into the next phase of the year. Learn about the cycle of the year and how to work closer with nature in the process. When you register, you will receive a worksheet through email. If you’d like, have colored pencils or pens or other art supplies in case you would like to make your worksheet festive. Call 941-343-0039 or e mail (info@resilientretreat.org) to register.
