Re-Wilding
A retreat for coming home to oneself.
Autumn
19 - 22 September 2024
Pays Basque, France
Engage in a transformative journey with us, an ode to the soul's longing for sustenance, warmth, and profound connection. In a world often overshadowed by chaos, we invite you to rediscover the solace that resides within and around us.
This autumn, join us for a renewing Basque journey imbued with energetic practices and somatic explorations
This retreat is an expedition into the heart of your innate human nature, a recognition of the connection to self through an intimate communion with the natural world. Like the ever-shifting tides, we'll delve into the ebb and flow of energy and patterns, etching intentions into the core of your being as we work with the tools of neuroscience and somatic (re)storytelling.
Meet Our Guides
Our highly-curated family of leaders, joining from all parts of the globe are each deeply immersed in their respective disciplines, with skills and a presence that are sought after and celebrated by many. You’ll be in exquisite hands during this introspective and joyful retreat.
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Maggie is an Immersive Experience Designer, Herbalist, Bathroom Curator, and founder of WHISK.
She is certified in facilitating Reiki, as well as leading transformative breathwork and meditation journeys.
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Annsonia is a Paris-based Canadian Yoga teacher and teacher trainer. Her teaching is rooted in the fluid nature of a Vinyasa practice, but also showcases her passion for the details of alignment and science of functional movement. Her creative teaching continuously evolves as a combination of those 3 elements, and brings together a vibrant tapestry of cultures, experiences and endless inspiration.
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Adam is known for his pivotal roles in many renowned restaurants including Saison (San Francisco) and Ilis (NYC). His dedication to quality ingredients has led him to study the intricacies of nature, seeking to understand the elements which yield the finest ultimate outcome.
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Mariah (she/they) is a Colorado-based trauma therapist, educator and somatics practitioner. Her work is justice- and collective-liberation oriented and she works to honor and welcome all parts of people in order to understand stories of adaptation, survival, coping and thriving. Mariah's work is rooted in a deep understanding of the nervous system, the body and the intersections of our histories, identities and cultures.
What will you take away from this sacred gathering? The gift of being fully present, a profound re-centering within the boundless realm of your own existence. Our path doesn't follow a linear route; it winds like the branches of ancient trees, refusing to conform to conventional maps and boundaries.
Much like the whisper of wind through leaves, we lure you to the sacred within, a place of both/and. Here, you'll unfurl, transform, and become whole, all at once. Embrace your wild and sovereign essence, for you are the lunar explorer.
As we traverse the thresholds of dawn and dusk, we find ourselves at the juncture of liminal spaces. It is here, in the in-between, that you'll rekindle the magic of being present with it all.
This is our dream, our enchantment, woven within these words, this community, and the series of gatherings that await, commencing this winter. Be a part of the circle, and let your untamed spirit roam freely. We are all that is, everything at once, and our sanctuary is the ever-changing dwelling of our bodies, returning to the wild, again and again.
What’s Included
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Accommodations
Luxury accommodations for 3 nights, 4 days at one of the French Basque region’s most rejuvenating countryside maisons, complete with an organic farm, terrace overlooking the valley and stunning outdoor pool
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Healing Rituals
Morning breathwork, meditation, and journaling practices with soul rejuvenating practices and somatic rituals interspersed
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Soul-Nourishing Meals
Three in-season, farm-to-table organic meals per day with delicious snacks and fermented beverages and tonics
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Yoga, Surf, & Hikes
Daily yoga & somatic healing practices and optional hikes or surf along France’s Atlantic Coast - the most sought after surfing region, where you’ll be serenaded by seagull calls and golden light in the distance, plus a relaxing pool and terrace overlooking the rolling hills of the countryside, with its epic sunsets
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Reconnection to Self Amidst Community
Dive deep into your most authentic self amidst nature and a group of alike-minded yet diverse community
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Wilderness & Foraging
Foraging and wilderness expeditions into the Basque countryside, forest, and coastal waters. We’ll return and prepare special items from the adventure!
Welcome to charming Pays Basque, along the French Atlantic
How We Will Start Our Days
Each morning, you will enjoy a light breakfast with freshly brewed Ethiopian coffee, tea, seasonal fruit and local treats from the region before we gather for a morning flow, chant, and/or cold plunge. This ritual will form our daily morning practice. After our breathwork and journaling session, we will begin each day with a variety of learning and soul-nourishing exploratory experiences, from a wild foraging expedition to hikes through the countryside, and somatic experiencing.
…and Ease into the Afternoons
Our afternoons are spent in a variety of ways, including visits to the coast, an exploration of seasonal herbs, time to rest and integrate, and if the early autumn weather woos, the perfect perch to watch the sun dip below the Atlantic Sea. We always end our day in community and reflection by savoring a family-style meal together.
Know Before You Arrive
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Book round-trip airfare to and from Biarritz, FR (BIQ) airport. Alternatively, book travel into Paris (CDG, ORY) and catch the direct train from Gare Montparnasse. You can also reach us via BCN, but it’s a little more logistics-heavy. Chartered transfers will take you from BIQ to the retreat house. You may arrive at the retreat house from 3 p.m. onward on February XXX. If you plan to arrive earlier, get in touch with us, or if you desire to arrive later than the available time frames, a private transfer can be arranged for you at your own expense. If your flight is delayed, we will book a private transfer for you. Outgoing transfers depart the retreat house at 11:00am on February XXX. Please plan transportation accordingly.
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The beginning of February mark an ideal time to visit the French Basque region for renewing the spirit. While the tourists have all gone home, we’ll have this magical and healing coastline nearly to ourselves. We suggest checking the temperatures before you arrive, but typically, the days are mild, and the evenings can be somewhat brisk. We suggest packing a hat, a warm & cosy coat, comfy yoga clothes, and plenty of layers. Also, a bathing suit for those cold plunges!
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Included in the price are three nights and four days at our private retreat abode, as well as all meals: a light breakfast, lunch, and dinner. All experiences listed in the itinerary are included, unless otherwise noted, such as renting surfing gear.
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Your roundtrip airfare, travel insurance, and activities and meals not listed in the itinerary are not included in the trip price. Other expenses not included are any damages that occur to the retreat facility, laundry service, airport transfers outside of those outlined, and equipment for surface or other optional outdoor sports.
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All bookings are final. No refunds are accepted. We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance as we are not able to make exceptions to this policy in cases of any unforeseen family or medical emergencies that may result in you needing to cancel your trip.
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You can and we would highly recommend it! Your transfer back to Biarritz airport is included, so you’re free to go there and rent a car and continue exploring the region—or fly to another beautiful part of France or Spain!
Want more info?
Book A Call
Interested in attending, but want more info? Book a call with one of our team to learn more about our upcoming retreat.
“Learning to trust ourselves is where true healing begins – we often know the way, but find ourselves caught in the abyss of self-doubt and a long list of false beliefs about how-to-live our lives, none of which include our own. Taking time to process our experience facilitates a deeper understanding of who we truly are, what motivates the choices we makes, and gives us a new-found freedom to make conscious and deliberate decisions about how we want to weave the larger tapestry of our lives.” -Stacie Overby
A special token of gratitude to our Retreat Partners
D.S. & Durga
Bocci
BMW
PLAQ Chocolat
La Marzocco
Gabriel Glas
