Winter Wellness Escape

Snow, Sauna & Serenity Retreat 

February 20th-22nd, 2026

Ripon, Quebec

Are you yearning for a dedicated space in nature to truly rest and recharge? Whether you’re seeking a solo escape, a romantic getaway, or a refreshing weekend with friends, this retreat is your perfect opportunity. Join us for an immersive experience designed to restore your body and soothe your mind, surrounded by the tranquil beauty of winter.

A Winter Wellness Escape with Andrea

THE RETREAT: Your Winter Reset

This winter, choose to truly unplug and let your natural rhythms return. Join Andrea for a transformative 3-day retreat set against the idyllic backdrop of a quaint farmhouse in Ripon, Québec. This is more than a holiday—it’s a carefully curated space where you can feel deeply nurtured, ground your energy, and restore mental and physical wellbeing.

What to Expect:

  • Deep Restoration: Practice a variety of vitalizing and restorative yoga sessions designed to harmonize your body and mind.
  • Nourishing Cuisine: Savor delicious, healthy, and wholesome meals prepared with care.
  • The Nordic Experience: Warm up and relax completely in the wood-burning sauna—the ultimate way to soothe your soul and melt away the winter chill!
  • Winter Play: Embrace the snowy landscape with optional outdoor activities like snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
  • Healing & Connection: Enjoy available healing therapies (e.g., massages), and carve out sacred time for connection, guided meditation, and revitalizing silence.

Prioritize yourself for this precious weekend. Step away from the noise, clear your mind, and return home rejuvenated, grounded, and fully restored.

LOCATION:

CENTRE OF LIFE | RIPON, QC

14 chemin du petit 5e Rang, Ripon, Quebec J0V 1V0

 

Centre De Vie is a place that promotes a healthy body and mind. Are you looking for a place in the middle of nature to rest and recharge your batteries? Whether you are alone, as a couple or with friends, take advantage of their beautiful site and services. The owners and staff are dedicated to providing a relaxing space for people to retreat.

 

MEET YOUR RETREAT ORGANIZER & HOST

Join Andrea Robertson (Trainer, Yoga, Pilates, Meditation, Breathwork & Wellness Professional)  for a 3-day Restful Retreat for, designed to help people find calm amidst the chaos, relaxation without distractions, and inner joy that you can bring back into your daily life.

And I am thrilled to meet you!

Andrea is a dedicated yoga instructor whose passion for the practice began over two decades ago as a way to balance her athletic pursuits. Inspired by various yoga styles—Vinyasa, Hatha, Iyengar, Yin, and Power—Andrea’s classes blend strength, mobility, and fluidity, creating a balanced experience that connects the mind, body, and spirit. She loves teaching yoga because it allows her to guide students toward personal growth, mindfulness, and physical well-being. Andrea finds great joy in leading and creating Yoga + Adventure retreats worldwide, as they offer unique opportunities for deeper connection, exploration, and transformation in breathtaking settings. Through her teaching, Andrea aims to inspire others to live fully and embrace the transformative power of yoga. Andrea has been in the fitness industry for over 25 years and has been a full time Yoga teacher for 23 years.

WEEKEND RETREAT SCHEDULE (some changes might be made):

*Note: all activities are optional. Make this weekend, your weekend!​

RETREAT INCLUDES:

  • 3 Days, 2 nights at Centre de Vie
  • 6 Delicious Vegetarian Meals (2 Breakfast, 2 lunches, 2 dinners)
  • Coffee included with breakfast, teas all day
  • 4 Unique Yoga Classes
  • Use of beautiful property space, common areas and amenities (wifi)
  • Yoga Props (yoga mat, blocks, bolsters, strap, blankets)
  • Use of Nature Trails on 216 acres of land
  • 2 Guided Snowshoe
  • Snowshoes
  • Dry Sauna sessions (Friday evening, Saturday day/night, Sunday morning)
  • Bonfire at Outdoor Fire pit

 

 

Retreat Cost: 

Private Room with Shared Bathroom  |  $885 + HST * two left

Double Occupancy with Ensuite Bathroom |  $769 + HST * one left!!

Double Occupancy with Shared Bathroom |  $699 + HST 

Triple Occupancy with Shared Bathroom  |  $625 +HST 

 

What about the food ……

At the Centre de Vie, we create vegetarian meals and mostly gluten and lactose free (vegan or meat options is available for extra cost) We source our supplies from organic farms in the region. For over 10 years now, we have been offering our customers a unique experience with nature and allowing them to benefit from all that this little corner of the country has to offerThus, in collaboration with the farms of the beautiful region of the Petite Nation , we are proud to serve you entirely vegetarian meals cooked from mainly organic and local products. During the summer period, we grow our own herbs and vegetables from the garden. Our kitchen will fill you with an abundance of fruits and vegetables, whole grains and cereals. A delicious culinary experience!  A refrigerator is also at your disposal for your special needs.

HOLISTIC TREATMENT AVAILABLE:

Massotherapy:  / 60minutes and / 90minutes
Naturopathy & iridology
Energetic harmonization
Cupping massage
Reflexology

Clinique holistique

Additional Fees:

  • Transportation to Retreat
  • Treatments $100-$150 (depending on service)
  • Additional Specialty Coffees after breakfast (Lattes, Espresso) $6
  • Wheatgrass shot $4.50

Payment Options:

*Deposit ($350) or full payment via email transfer [email protected] or paypal (4% fee)

*Full Payment due by Jan 15th

 

Cancellation Policy:

*Full refund if Retreat is cancelled

*Refund minus deposit until Jan 15th

*No refunds after Jan 15th but I can try to fill your spot and if I do you will receive refund minus deposit

*Please Fill Registration form 

https://bodyandbalance.ca/retreat-registration-form/

 


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