self care summer camp
WOMEN’S WELLNESS RETREAT IN EASTERN ONTARIO
AUGUST 1 — 4, 2025
Join us for an immersive 4 day escape designed to nourish your mind, body + spirit.
Gift yourself the opportunity to prioritize true holistic self-care. Surrounded by over 900 acres of breathtaking Boreal forest, a stunning clear lake, and likeminded sisterhood, you’ll feel instantly at ease— and be so glad you came.
Born out of a desire to create more space for calm, connection, and playfulness— our Self-Care Summer Camp is here! A transformative sanctuary set in a serene natural landscape, where women gather to embrace their well-being and deep, genuine communion with others. This encompassing experience is dedicated to fostering a supportive sisterhood through various mindfulness practices, skincare rituals, guided movement, creative workshops, and enlightening group discussions.
Experience complete nourishment of mind, body and soul. This is an opportunity to become empowered to truly love the skin you’re in. We have an innate ability to heal and thrive when mental and physical well-being are aligned. Immerse yourself in true relaxation in a holistic way, revealing the powerful tools you have to regulate your nervous system within you already. Leave feeling radiant and fresh while looking and feeling like the best version of yourself— naturally.
Throughout this retreat, you’ll build lasting connections with like-minded women who share your commitment to wellness and self-discovery. We encourage a safe space to practice vulnerability and explore our inner landscapes more deeply. Share stories, laughter, and support as you cultivate friendships that uplift and inspire one another.
When women gather, it is pure magic. Many come to the retreat solo and leave with new friends that they’ll cherish for a long time. It’s an absolute delight to witness the meaningful connections that develop throughout our powerful time together.
this is for you if—
YOU WANT TO CREATE SPECIAL MOMENTS WITH WOMEN THIS SUMMER. Moving, breathing, creating, laughing, talking, eating, swimming, playing, resting, and just being together.
YOU WANT TO START PUTTING YOURSELF FIRST. You care a lot for others, and know how important it is to put that same care back into yourself.
YOU’D LIKE TO BE MORE INTENTIONAL. Life gets busy and we get distracted, but what if you could press pause and come back to the present moment?
YOU HAVE A DESIRE TO NOURISH YOUR MIND, BODY AND SOUL and you want to receive inspiration and motivation to continue nourishing yourself back home.
YOU WANT TO FEEL THAT IT’S OKAY TO REST. Hustle culture is real, and often productivity is on the mind when we should be resting. This retreat celebrates honouring our need for true rest.
YOU CRAVE A CHANCE TO GET CREATIVE. You know how good it feels to get back to your innate creativity and playful attitude.
YOU’D LIKE TO GET IN TOUCH WITH NATURE. This landscape is truly magical and you’ll be in awe of the beauty and thoughtfulness in this natural environment.
YOU ARE CURIOUS ABOUT NEW WAYS OF APPROACHING BEAUTY AND SELF-CARE. Whether you’re sprawled out in the comfy living room, in the glass box dining area, on your mat, around the fire, or any of the other magical nooks you find yourself this weekend— thought-provoking conversations stirring up new ways of perceiving ourselves and others are had.
Bloom Holistic Retreat Centre
Loughborough Lake, ON
This stunning meditation and wellness centre (thoughtfully designed by celebrated architect Siamak Hariri) is situated on a quiet lake with over 900 acres of biodiverse boreal forest. The venue maintains a deep sense of place while offering unparalleled comfort.
Just 20 minutes north of Kingston, the venue is accessible by car. Carpooling can be arranged if desired. You can take the train to the Kingston VIA station and hop in a cab to Bloom as well.
your destination
savour, nourish & thrive
The kitchen at Bloom follows a seasonal farm-to-table food philosophy that makes every meal at the communal table truly memorable. Organic, vegetarian meals will be lovingly prepared with fresh ingredients grown from their gardens.
Help yourself to unlimited herbal tea, coffee, and fresh snacks in between meal times. Indulge in a unique, unforgettable lakeside cook-out dinner on our final night together.
With a commitment to sustainability and a desire to decrease waste, each meal is innovative, inspired and incredibly delicious.
*Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated, please outline your needs upon applying.
full itinerary
*subject to change, but unlikely
Friday, August 1
4PM — Check-in
5PM — Opening Ceremony
6PM — Dinner
7:30PM — Somatic Skincare Ritual, Yin Yoga & Soundbath
Saturday, August 2
7AM — Breakfast
8:30AM — Meditation, Breathwork, Hatha Yoga
10:30AM — WORKSHOP Understanding the language of your skin: A mindful journey toward holistic wellness.
12PM — Lunch
3:30-5PM — WORKSHOP Herbal Facial Treatment & Lymphatic Drainage / Sauna Sweat
6PM — Dinner
7:30PM — Somatic Skincare Ritual, Yoga Nidra & Soundbath
Sunday, August 3
7AM — Breakfast
8:30AM — Meditation, Breathwork, Hatha Yoga
11AM — WORKSHOP Sacred ritual of Body Oiling: create a unique botanical blend and discover the power of self-massage.
12PM — Lunch
* Plenty of free time to enjoy the property— swimming, paddle boarding, kayaking, hiking, visiting the farm animals, relaxing in a hammock or whatever your heart desires.
5PM — Lakeside Cookout Dinner
7:30PM — High-vibe Somatic Dance Party, Lakeside Fire & Release Ritual
Monday, August 4
7AM — Breakfast
8:30AM — Meditation, Breathwork, Yoga
10AM — Closing Ceremony
11AM — Brunch
12PM — Checkout
*You are free to enjoy the property (hiking trails, deck, paddle boards etc) as long as you wish after check-out, but you will not have access to indoors and must remove all personal items from the retreat house by 12pm. There is an outhouse on site.
**All scheduled sessions and workshops are strongly encouraged, but are not mandatory. This is YOUR retreat. Opt out anytime.
workshop / group session details
Understanding the language of your skin: a mindful journey toward holistic wellness.
In this informative workshop you will be empowered to develop a deeper understanding of your largest organ— the skin. Through a trauma informed and holistic approach we explore the many ways our skin is speaking to us, and learn how to better understand the messages being sent our way. This communicative organ allows us to dive deeper into our wellness— a portal into our inner organs, showing us what we otherwise may not have the ability to see. Through self-reflection and group discussion you will learn to love the skin you’re in and develop a dialogue within yourself that can lead to further inquiry and profound discovery.
Herbal facial treatment, lymphatic drainage & sauna sweat
Enjoy being guided through a DIY facial treatment that will be customized to suit each individual as well as the summer season we’re in. Using the power of plants, natural scents and metaphysical cleansing rituals, we’ll refresh and revitalize our skin and soul before stepping into further detoxification in the sauna sweat. Encourage lymphatic drainage, cellular regeneration and deeper healing. Feel empowered to continue a regular at-home facial ritual post-retreat.
Sacred ritual of Body Oiling: create a unique blend and discover the power of self-massage.
Wrap yourself in a blanket of plant magic. This ancient beauty ritual is an effective way to connect more deeply with ourselves and nourish our nervous system, priming us for optimal resilience. Begin by creating a custom botanical blend using organic carrier oils and essential oils. Play with various scent combinations until you find what speaks to your soul. Record your recipe so you can continue blending back home. Using your bespoke body oil, we will practice the art of body oiling together and learn why this sacred ritual is so powerfully healing.
High-vibe Somatic Dance Party: get out of your head and into your body
Remember who the fuck you are and leave everything else on the dance floor. This is an invitation to reclaim your wild feminine— shake off what no longer serves you and call in the very essence of your being. Surrounded by your sacred retreat family— move your body intuitively, tapping into your felt-sense experience and letting go of the idea of being perceived. We begin with an opening sequence, warm up, let loose, cool down, then close the ceremony together in circle— followed by a lakeside fire and release ritual. Stay by the fire as long as you desire, sharing heart-centred conversations with your new soul sisters, or jump in the lake to cool off.
Accommodation options & pricing
This all-inclusive retreat includes accommodations, all meals, unlimited drinks & snacks, daily yoga and meditation sessions, all guided workshops, a detailed retreat workbook, and a wellness welcome bag featuring a collection of curated items to support your holistic self-care journey on retreat and when you return home.
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Each room has its own private ensuite bathroom with a shower. For your convenience and comfort, your room includes unscented soap, shampoo and conditioner, indoor/outdoor towels, hair dryer and fan. Air conditioning is throughout the space.
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Room availability is first come, first serve. Every room is superb, but the best rooms will be given to those who sign up first.
All pricing is in CAD and per person.
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Payment plans available. PAY IN FULL to receive $100 off!
rest in complete comfort
Quad Bunk Room—
$1,500 + HST
Enjoy your own private twin bed (with partition) in a bunk-bed.
2 bunk beds in each room, 4 beds total
Semi-Private Room —
$1,900 + HST
Enjoy a twin bed in a room with 2 twin beds.
Private Room—
$2,400 + HST
Enjoy a queen or king bed and room all to yourself.
Once your application has been approved, a deposit will be required to secure your registration.
You can request to share your room with specific retreat guests if you desire. Feel free to let Cassandra know who you want to share with when the time comes. Adjustments can always be made as needed to ensure your comfort.
We can’t wait to share space with you!
Meet your retreat team! Abbey and Cassandra began working together in early 2023 offering transformative group sessions in Niagara, ON. They share similar values, holistic health ideals, and aim to cultivate a safe space for women to gather, connect and grow together. They each have unique gifts that they bring to the world which are amplified in the presence of each other.
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Trauma Informed Somatic Skin Therapist (CAHP)
Hi, I’m Cassandra 👋 (she/her) I have a compassionate and trauma-informed practice that weaves physical, emotional and energetic healing modalities into magical bespoke treatments + experiences.
I am a highly sensitive, empathetic and feminine being that prioritizes rest and time to care for myself so I can do this beautiful work.
I am honoured to hold a safe space that acts as a respite amidst stress. The stories that have been shared with me over the years all hold a special place in my heart, and I am deeply grateful for the genuine connections and exchanges made. I have been working in the personal care industry for over 10 years and it has mostly taught me this— you never know what someone is dealing with under the surface.
My experience ditching a chemical-laden beauty routine + lifestyle rooted in ‘fight or flight’ mode in exchange for rituals of radical self-care fuels my passion and desire to share this journey with you. I empower my clients to develop a more intimate knowledge of their skin and truly love the skin they're in.
I believe we have everything we need within us, and true healing is a return back home to that wholeness. It is a passion of mine to guide others in embodying their fullest most authentic self so they can find more joy, health and connection in their life.
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Certified Sound Healer, Meditation Instructor, and Ayurvedic Yoga Specialist
I believe that yoga is a homecoming to the truest most authentic version of myself.
I fell in love with the practice of yoga while embarking on my own personal healing journey from a severe eating disorder. I experienced a complete shift in the perception I had of myself and the world through the development of my own inner awareness. Practicing and living my yoga completely changed my life.
It became my mission to share this ancient wisdom with others who have a desire to come home to their authentic selves, find healing, self-compassion and inner peace. Following the path of yoga introduced me to the power of meditation, sound healing and ayurveda, immersing me further into the healing of mind, body and spirit, and the potential to help others heal too.
I am here to guide you on a journey of seeing that you have the power to shift your state of being, and to heal, with the tools that exist within you already.
Hear what past retreat guests are saying..
I cannot thank you enough for giving me the courage & confidence to embark on this experience solo! I was so nervous to get out of my car in the parking lot and your warmth and big hug washed away my fears instantly and from that moment my anxiety dissipated and I finally felt this feeling that it was ok to just be me … that I was not alone … and that I am enough. You are truly magic! Don’t ever lose sight of the goodness within you! I am already looking at my calendar to see when I can journey to Niagara for a facial :)
— Daniella
I just wanted to send a huge thank you. As I said (more than once), I really was not sure what I was getting myself into and I didn't know if I was going to be able to fully participate. I am actually pretty pleased with how I hung in.
But I have to say that it was the energy and the collaboration between the two of you that really helped me achieve my goal. You work so well together and while you are both quite unique, there is a chemistry between you that just made the entire adventure really meaningful.
I consider myself truly blessed to have been able to share the experience with the group.
Thank you and be well!
— Sylvia
This was the most magical weekend of my life and I am so eternally grateful for this entire experience. I left feeling so full and overjoyed. I am so proud of you to witness this come to full fruition after months of planning and it could not have been more perfect. ❤️ You are magic!
— Presley
The most magical weekend, really have no words to express the gratitude I have for you two and this entire group of women.
— Shannon
