Art Journaling (in-person) - FULL
2024-04-24 11:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York)
Art Journaling provides an opportunity to explore and express yourself through a variety of art mediums. Art journaling holds a focus of process, rather than end product, and may help reduces stress, boost mood, help memory, and bring joy. Call (941) 343-0039 or e mail (info@resilientretreat.org) the office to register.

Ideal Scene (online)
2024-05-02 10:00 - 11:00
How many of us have said at one time or more in our lives, including the present, I wish my life was different. I wish I could have more of, or change? This program will allow you to explore intentions, wants and needs through interactive activities. Call the retreat (941-343-0039) or e mail (info@resilientretreat.org) to register.

MINDFUL BODIES & REFLECTIVE PRACTICES (In-person) Guest Facilitators/Urban Bush Women
2024-05-08 17:00 - 18:30
Join us for an evening of Mindful Bodies and Reflective Practices with Urban Bush Women sponsored by Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation. This participatory workshop focuses on self-care, rejuvenation, and (re-) constructing healthful images of ourselves and our communities. As we move, share stories, and discuss holism practices from food choices to daily stress relief, Urban Bush Women BOLD Facilitators offer simple tools for reinhabiting our bodies and reinforcing holism from the inside out. We also bring out and affirm the wisdom that is already in the group, fostering resource exchange and building community. The goal is to bring ourselves to balance, thereby bringing our families and communities to balance as well. No dance or fitness experience is necessary…just a body and a willingness to exhale! Call the retreat 941-343-0039 or e mail info@resilientretreat.org to register.

Mindful Morning (in-person)
2024-05-22 09:30 - 12:00
Join Mindfulness coach, Julie Burch, for mindfulness training with an emphasis on specific techniques for relaxing and feeling good. Followed by Zentangle! Zentangle is an easy-to-learn, relaxing and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structures patterns. We call these patterns tangles. You create tangles with combinations of dots, lines, simple curves, s-curves and orbs. Zentangle art is unplanned and more about the process than the end result. E mail (info@resilientretreat.org) or call 941-343-0039 to register.

Mindful Movement with a Beginner Ballet Focus (In-Person)
2024-06-18 15:00 - 16:00
Join Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation Teaching Artist Sarah for a gentle stretching and beginner ballet exercises to prepare the body for dance. An introduction to basic ballet movements, fostering balance, strength, and posture. Followed by guided dance exercises and improvisation to encourage emotional expression and release. Participants will have the opportunity to incorporate elements of beginner ballet into their movements, allowing for a unique blend of self-expression and dance technique. Please call (941) 343-0039 or e mail (info@resilientretreat.org) to register.

Movement, Mantra's & Meditation (Online)
2024-07-11 15:00 - 16:00
Movement – basic Yoga vinyasa practices (movement aligned with breathing) to be truly present & attentive to the physical body. Mantra’s – plan to have a notebook & pen nearby to create a simple seasonal mantra & to jot down encouraging messages to help you embody your steps of healingMeditation – quieting of thought is easier now as we have moved our body and mind and can settle in.

Thoughts will rise and fall – observing/ witnessing this activity provides a meaning-filled opportunity to safely move forward incrementally. Over time, steady and sustainable shifts support ease and alignment of Mind, Body & Spirit. Call (941-343-0039) or e mail (info@resilientretreat.org) to register.

"DroneScape" - Mindful Color Tinting (In-person)
2024-07-31 11:00 - 12:30
In this workshop you will have the opportunity to choose from a large variety of actual black and white drone photographs to “color tint” . Using a variety of pencils and markers you will create a “DroneScape”. The process is easy, very relaxing, and the outcome is beautiful. Mindful Meditative Art helps to embrace our Inner Critic, tap into our creativity, trust the process, and be in the present moment without judgment

With advancements in small-scale Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV’s) commonly known as drones, aerial photography has completely evolved over the last decade. Drones are able to capture a unique perspective of the world. This perspective is known as a “birds eye view”. Call 941-343-0039 to register or e mail info@resilientretreat. Space is limited.

Yoga to Balance the Seven Chakras (In-Person)
2024-08-21 09:30 - 10:45
A chakra – the Sanskrit word for “wheel” represents a focus or concentration of energy in the body. There are seven different chakras, corresponding with seven locations on the body. Join Bridgette in learning how to bring your chakras back into balance through your yoga practice. Yoga is strongly associated with restoring balance to the chakras. There are several asanas that correspond to the chakras and can be opening and balancing when done correctly. Call the retreat 941-343-0039 or e mail info@resilientretreat.org to register. Space is limited and registration closes the day prior to prepare oils.

Yoga to Balance your Seven Chakras (In-person)
2024-08-28 09:30 - 10:45
A chakra – the Sanskrit word for “wheel” represents a focus or concentration of energy in the body. There are seven different chakras, corresponding with seven locations on the body. Join Bridgette in learning how to bring your chakras back into balance through your yoga practice. Yoga is strongly associated with restoring balance to the chakras. There are several asanas that correspond to the chakras and can be opening and balancing when done correctly. Call the retreat 941-343-0039 or e mail info@resilientretreat.org to register. Space is limited.

Non-Linear Movement (in-person)
2024-09-12 10:00 - 11:00
The Non-linear Movement Method utilizes the mind-body connection to help you survey your internal self and encourages you to listen to signals your body sends about areas of discomfort, imbalance, or pain. Through movement with and releasing tension patterns and contractions we are able to access information about the ways you hold on to experiences in your body. . Please call 941-343-0039 or e mail info@resilientretreat.org.

Mindful Meditation (Online)
2024-10-22 16:30 - 17:00
Mindful meditation is a guided technique you can use to develop focus, clarity, and balance as well as increase inner peace, resilience and happiness. Please call 941-343-0039 or e mail info@resilientretreat.org to register for programs.

Suminagashi Day Retreat (Sponsored by the Johnson Singer Foundation(in-person) - PROGRAM FULL
2024-10-29 10:00 - 15:00
Artistic endeavors provide an expressive outlet that allows us to channel and process emotions in a safe and constructive way. Join us for a Suminagashi Day Retreat. Suminagashi, is the Japanese technique of decorating paper with inks. It is believed to be the oldest form of marbling, originating in China over 2,000 years ago. Suminagashi (sue-me-NAH-gah-she), means literally “ink-floating”. We will make prints in the morning and jewelry using Cobochon glass and bezel trays in the afternoon. Space is limited to 15 participants. Please call 941-343-0039 or e mail (info@resilientretreat.org) to register.

Just Craftin' Around: Nip and Paint Edition - canceled
2024-10-30 16:30 - 17:30
Join us for a hilariously creative class where the only thing more vibrant than your canvas will be the personality of our furry co-artist! In this wild and wacky class, we’ll provide the canvas, paint, and the feline flair— while our trusty rescue cat, Chance, gets their paws into the action!

Here’s the plan: each canvas goes into a plastic bag, drizzled with paint, and our esteemed feline art critic will roll, rub, and frolic to create a masterpiece that’ll leave you wondering if it’s art or just a cat-astrophe!

See an example here:https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=828115882169881

Get ready for a class full of purrs, giggles, and maybe a splash or two of paint! Who knows? You might just create a masterpiece worthy of a gallery (or at least a spot on your fridge)! Prior registration is required. Space is limited. Please call (941-343-0039) or e mail (info@resilientretreat.org) to register.

Remarkably Resilient - Self Care & Regulation (Online)
2024-11-01 12:00 - 13:00
Please join us for this interactive presentation to learn about Remarkably Resilient Together™ a wellbeing campaign to raise awareness about the importance of regulation and self-care to strengthening resilience while practicing grounding techniques and identifying important self-care activities. The presentation will address ACEs, the Pair of ACEs, Empathy-based trauma, chronic stress and trauma, as well as the root cause nature of trauma. This workshop is appropriate for those looking for ways to strengthen resilience. This campaign was developed in accordance with the neuroscience of trauma, utilizes the evidence-based practice of interactive journaling and self-reflection and is grounded in the lived experience of the Harnish sisters, authors of the book Remarkably Resilient: Community Matters. Please call 941-343-0039 or e mail info@resilientretreat.org to register.

Non-Linear Movement (Online)
2024-11-05 10:00 - 11:00
Guides participants in gentle movements designed to release tension, regulate the nervous system and unite the mind and body. Call 941-343-0039 or e mail info@resilientretreat.org to register.

Chair Yoga & Intentional Breathing (online) (Sponsored by The Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation).
2024-11-12 17:45 - 18:45
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.

Gratitude Mapping Peer Support Group (online)
2024-11-13 17:00 - 18:00
Gratitude Mapping Support Group

Choose to spend an hour exploring the impact of gratitude. This group will provide different ways to define gratitude, practice ways of expressing gratitude and offer peer support in a safe, confidential space. Call 941-343-0039 or e mail (info@resilientretreat.org) to register.

Expressive Movement & Reflection (Sponsored by the Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation) (in-person).
2024-11-15 10:00 - 11:00
Our bodies are the container of our experiences; they hold memories and emotions, and can help us understand ourselves better. In this experiential class, modern dance movement and improvisation is fused with creative writing to create a playful connection to the self and other. Embodied and sensorial, students will be encouraged to participate in unstructured dance, mindful movement practices, and reflection. Through movement and storytelling our bodies will convey what words cannot. Self-paced and gentle, this class is for all bodies. No prior dance experience required. Prior registration is required. Please call 941-343-0039 or e mail info@resilient retreat.org to register.

Essential Oil Yoga - week 2 of 12 (in-person)
2024-11-20 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.

* 12 week Awake Yourself protocol. Best results are attained by attending each of the 12 modules. Call (941-343-0039) or e mail (info@resilientretreat.org) to register. REGISTRATION closed the Friday prior to prepare oils.

Chair Yoga & Intentional Breathing (Sponsored by The Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation) (online)
2024-11-26 17:30 - 18:30
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.
