"Troubled? Then stay with me for I am not." - Hafez 

Your Cultivating Calm & Resilience in Turbulent Times Retreat includes 3 days and 2 nights at the Seven Oaks Retreat Center. Seven Oaks is located in Madison, VA and is nestled in the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains about 90 minutes southwest of the Washington, DC, area and 30 minutes north of Charlottesville, Va. This beautiful, quiet, peaceful land will help you reset your body and your nervous system. I will guide you through a transformative weekend to help you release anxiety and fear and live more fully in peace and love. 

I've curated a beautiful program where you can reset, relax and step into greater self-care. Here's what you get…

• I will guide you through a transformative weekend where you'll learn practical tools for managing your anxiety and fears.  
• Enjoy daily yoga classes and wellness classes that help you recommit to self-care. I am a gentle cheerleader and experienced teacher who will lead you in all-levels yoga, meditation and journaling and guide you to greater wellness. 
• Be a part of a small, friendly, supportive group of wellness seekers. Don't be afraid to come by yourself. My groups are always welcoming and lovely. 
• Imagine getting the rest you need, finally investing in self-care. There are lots of beautiful private areas for solitude. 
• Practice connecting with nature, mindfulness and consciousness. 
• Walk the 5+ miles of trails that wind through their 120 acres of woods and open fields. 
• Rest near the river and let the water renew you. 
• Explore the natural forest labyrinth and medicine wheel. 
• Connect with like-minded participants around the bonfire and participate in our fire ceremony to release what you no longer need. 
• Visit the small-scale forest sanctuary with its stained-glass window and altar. Set your intentions for wellbeing. Say a prayer to live in love. Rest in silence. 
• Imagine being able to fully relax knowing that all logistics and details are taken care of for you. All you need to do is to show up and relax. 
• Nourish your body with fresh, organic healthy foods that support, energize and calm you.  
• Come and join me for this and more. A $250 deposit holds your spot and is fully refundable (less a $50 fee) before September 6, 2024. If you book by Sept. 22, you'll get two EARLY-BIRD BONUSES (a $275 value). And ALL participants will receive my new companion course "Cultivating Calm & Resilience in Turbulent Times". 

During your retreat, you will release anxiety and stress and awaken new levels of energy and vitality. You’ll return home refreshed and revitalized. This is an all-levels event -- beginners welcome!

I just recorded a 26 min. audio recording of what you will experience during this special retreat, CLICK THE LINK BELOW to listen. This will answer many questions you may have. 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HzpNqKBC5EMji5J6H5-lN0tbFnrpAVks/view?usp=sharing

This weekend retreat is open for individuals to join our small group - or bring some of your friends or your significant other. We can accommodate between 10 and 22 people. This natural retreat center only has 15 rooms, so sign up early. Because of the limitation with rooms and these extraordinary offerings, the pricing reflects discounts for those who room with one or two more people. (Room with friends, your partner or an awesome stranger.)

This is one of my more affordable retreats.  So if your budget is more limited, this may be the retreat for you! 

My Gifts For You: 

I have several gifts for you that will support you beyond the weekend and that are included in your registration fee: 

TWO FABULOUS EARLY-BIRD SPECIALS: If you book by September 22 and attend the retreat, you'll get these two gifts from me: 

·  Get a free 45-minute consult/coaching call - a $125 value! – Book into my schedule anytime from Sept. 1 – Dec. 31, 2024. This call can be a health coaching call, a consult for spiritual guidance or a call to discuss how to manage your anxiety in practical ways. 

·  Get 3 months free Basic membership to my Wellness Community, Yoga Glow – a $150 value! (for new Yoga Glow members only). You can start your membership anytime between Sept. 1 – Dec. 31, 2024. Membership includes weekly live yoga and meditation classes with me, my extensive library of recorded yoga classes and meditations, weekly group coaching calls and monthly health challenges. You can access all of this via your computer or through my app. 

ALL PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE: No matter when you register, if you pay in full, you'll receive my companion e-course.: “Cultivating Calm & Resilience in Turbulent Times” is my new self-guided course, a $199 value! Yours to keep and use over and over. The course includes: 

o  Dharma talk 

o  Ayurveda Remedies for Managing Fear & Anxiety 

o  3 guided meditations 

o  Plus, more! 

o  The course will be delivered to you electronically on Nov. 22, 2024. 

o  It's yours to keep and to use over and over. 

About Suzanne: 

I am a yoga teacher, Ayurvedic Practitioner, health coach and life coach. I've been teaching yoga and meditation for 20 years. My style is accessible and all about love. I am more interested in how you feel than what your yoga poses look like. I want you to be in total integrity with how and where you are. Practice at a level that's comfortable for you. You won't hurt my feelings if you want to skip a class and spend time alone. I will help you reset your body and mind. I believe you'll leave feeling reconnected to your own true nature, relaxed and renewed. 

About the Food: 

You'll have plenty of healthy, delicious food that supports emotional balance, resetting the body and clearing the mind. Seven Oaks offers lacto-ovo vegetarian meals with fresh, seasonal ingredients prepared in healthful ways. The meals are simple and served buffet style. Seven Oaks can accommodate some dietary options such as vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free. Ask me if you have any questions on this. When you register, please let me know if you have any allergies or need any food accommodations so that I can modify the menu if I am able. Some of the sleeping houses have a kitchenette. You can bring food to supplement your special diet if you like.

To get an idea of what Seven Oaks might serve, go to the photo gallery to see a sample menu. You can view the photo gallery by going to the header photo at the top and clicking on "Photo Gallery" or by scrolling all the way down this retreat page. 

Note: Seven Oaks does NOT allow alcohol or drugs anywhere on the property. 

About the Accommodations: 

The accommodations at Seven Oaks are cozy, but modest. You'll enjoy comfortable rooms, but this is not a luxury retreat center. And here are a few things that will help you set your expectations. Seven Oaks asks that participants make their own beds upon arrival and strip the beds at the end of the stay. You'll be given sheets, a comforter, blanket and towels. At meals times, they ask that 2 volunteers at each meal clear the dishes and do a quick sweep of the dining area. Not a big deal. But I want to let you know that this is not a hotel, but more like a traditional yoga retreat center. There are no TVs on the property. There is reliable wi-fi, but we ask that you limit your screen time. 

About Seven Oaks: 

Seven Oaks Retreat Center is nestled in the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains about 90 minutes southwest of the Washington, DC, area and 30 minutes north of Charlottesville, Va. The drive is about 2 hours from Northern, VA or a bit more in Friday rush-hour. 

Seven Oaks Retreat Center resides on land originally inhabited by Siouan Indians of the Monacan and Mannahoac tribes. Seven majestic oak trees crown this ridge of the Blue Ridge Mountains near Madison, Virginia, and inspired the name Donovan and Susan Thesenga gave to the center they started in 1972. 

Through the years, Seven Oaks has continued this tradition of supporting deep spiritual experiences in a thoughtful manner and hosted a variety of tailor-made programs for contemplative people, including groups such as Buddhist students, yoga practitioners, creative arts groups, and other spiritually oriented gatherings.

Over five miles of walking trails wind through their 120 acres of woods and open fields, including 1,200 feet of frontage on the Rapidan River. Along with designated tent camping areas, you will find a natural forest labyrinth, bonfire circle, and medicine wheel. You might enjoy resting at the side of our pond, and join the turtles, koi, and frogs in enjoying nature in a quiet and simple way. A small-scale forest sanctuary building, with its stained-glass window and altar, offers a serene space for contemplation, in privacy or with a few others.

Most buildings of the Seven Oaks campus have reliable Wi-Fi and Internet service. Cell phone coverage is generally strong, depending on your carrier. There are no televisions on the property so you can immerse yourself in your retreat.

For more about Seven Oaks, go to their website here. 

To view the photos of the retreat center, see the link above in the photo banner that says see more photos or scroll to the bottom of this page. 

Fill out the registration form by first selecting your room type –

 · $825 – single with ensuite bathroom  SOLD OUT! 

·  $775 – double with ensuite bathroom SOLD OUT! 

·  $675 – single with shared bathroom (8 available)

·  $550 – shared with shared bathroom (10 available) 

If you are wanting to share a room, but don't have a roommate, I can probably accommodate finding a match for you if you register early. If you are sharing a room with a friend/partner(s), be sure to list the name of your roommate in the registration notes. Or register both of you at the same time, by selecting 2 occupants for the double room. If you want to share a room with 2 other friends, contact me at 703-626-8349. I have a nice private space for 3. 

If you are a member of Yoga Glow, my online wellness platform, you get a discount of $75 if you use the code: YOGAGLOW at checkout. You must be a paid member for at least 3 months to get this discount. 

When you register, be sure to include your phone number. I'll connect with you by phone to discuss your needs. Space is only guaranteed upon payment.

If you'd like to have a discussion before you register, please contact me, Suzanne Morgan at 703-626-8349. 

No one books a retreat with the intention of canceling it, but unexpected events do occur. So protect your investment by purchasing trip insurance. I recommend purchasing trip insurance that covers canceling for any reason. 

This is a boutique yoga retreat with limited availability. Guest cancellations have a huge impact on my financial well-being and I am often not able to fill spots when guests cancel. Therefore, I must enforce a strict cancellation policy. 

Cancellation Policy: 

👉 If you cancel before September 6, 2024, you'll get a full refund less a $50 cancellation fee. 

👉 If you cancel before September 22, 2024, you will receive a 50% refund of the total amount of the reservation. .  

👉 If you cancel before October 22, 2024, you will receive a 25% refund of the total amount of the reservation. You still receive my online course "Cultivating Calm & Resilience in Turbulent Times" available electronically on November 22, 2024. 

👉 There are no refunds for cancellation after October 22, 2024. You still receive my online course "Cultivating Calm & Resilience in Turbulent Times" available electronically on November 22, 2024. 

Please consider protecting your investment by purchasing travel insurance. Two recommendations for purchasing trip insurance include WorldNomads.com and Squaremouth.com.  

CLICK HERE to read our Waiver & Release of Liability form and agree to our terms when completing registration. If you do not agree to our terms, unfortunately, you will not be able to participate.