Restorative Wellness & Meditation Retreats

Upcoming Events & Retreats

FUNDRAISER FOR AMERICAN WILD HORSES

Join Alessandra at Soma, Sage & Soul on Sunday, January 19th from 1:30pm - 3pm
ACUPUNCTURE + SOUND BATH GATHERING
Event begins with a mixer where participants and supporters can mingle and enjoy Medicinal Tea.
There will be a 60 minute Sound Meditation a guided Loving Kindness Meditation.
Sonja will close out the event with important updates on policies.

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RELAX, REST & RESTORE

Meditation + Acupuncture Retreat @ Maple Grove Hot Springs in Idaho

Saturday September 7th through Monday September 9th, 2024

All-inclusive and an opportunity for you to cultivate deep inner peace:

Meditating… Sound Bath Meditation. SEPTEMBER RETREAT: Guests will receive a Mala Necklace along with a meditation to activate and imbue with intention.
Receiving Acupuncture and Cupping… Alessandra will address your individual needs in a private session, to relieve stress and reset your nervous system.
Practicing Hot / Cold therapy… Unlimited soaking in the hot spring mineral waters and “cool” plunging in the Bear River. The hot springs vary in temperature from 95 - 106 degrees.
Being “off grid”… We will connect to the Earth’s grounding energy by experiencing each moment without the distractions of modern life.

We will be nourished by foods that are plant forward, gluten-free, dairy-free, and following the wisdom of East Asian Medicine.

Travel to and from the venue is not included. All wheel drive vehicle may be required in certain weather conditions.

Maple Grove Hot Springs is a 45 acre retreat center property which includes 6 hot spring pools, riverfront beach, hiking trails, canoes and paddle boards, River House patio and bathhouse, snack bar, and more.
Located in Thatcher, ID and on The Bear River, approximately 2 hours North East of Salt Lake City, UT.
UNPLUG - This property is off-the-grid. Internet access is extremely limited. There is a landline that can be used in case of an emergency.
There are 14 naturally occurring minerals in the hot spring waters.
Through a process only Mother Nature can offer, the healing properties of each mineral combine to serve up a unique dose of mental, emotional, and physical support.
SEPTEMBER FACILITATORS
Alessandra Young is a Doctor of Acupuncture & East Asian Medicine and the creatrix of Retreatment Wellness in Salt Lake City, UT. She will be guiding this experience and providing Acupuncture, Sound Bath Meditation, Fire Cupping.
Mark Rudin is a Music Producer by day, a restaurant-trained Gourmand by night, and Alessandra's beloved life partner.
NOVEMBER FACILITATORS
Alessandra Young is a Doctor of Acupuncture & East Asian Medicine and the creatrix of Retreatment Wellness in Salt Lake City, UT. She will be guiding this experience and providing Acupuncture, Sound Bath Meditation, Fire Cupping.
Mark Rudin is a Music Producer by day, a restaurant-trained Gourmand by night, and Alessandra's beloved life partner.
SEPTEMBER RETREAT:
All accommodations are shared. Feel free to book your experience with a friend.
Stone Cabins are furnished with two Full Sized Beds.
Stone Full - $800 All Inclusive
Included - healing offerings, food and lodgings. (please note that massage is only offered at the November retreat)
Not included: transportation to and from venue, travel insurance.
NOVEMBER RETREAT:
All accommodations are shared. Feel free to book your experience with a friend.
Stone Cabins are furnished with two Full Sized Beds.
Stone Full - $1250 All Inclusive
Yurt Full - $1150
Yurt Twin - $900
Included - healing offerings, food and lodgings. WATSU OR TABLE MASSAGE INCLUDED
Not included: transportation to and from venue, travel insurance.
Guided Sound Bath Meditation to calm the nervous system - offered nightly (November retreat will include a morning meditation offering and will include ear acupuncture)
Restorative Yoga
Unlimited Soaking in the Healing Mineral Waters
Cupping Therapy - a myofascial technique for calming the nervous system, healing muscles, and cellular “detoxification”
Acupuncture - an ancient healing modality used to manage pain, anxiety, and all manner of imbalances of the body, mind and soul. (September retreat offers 1hr private acupuncture session. November retreat offers Ear Acupuncture while in meditation Morning and evening)
Canoeing, Hiking, Star-gazing, Bird Watching, Fresh-Air-Breathing
Plant Based & Meat Options available. All meals will be served family-style and prepared with the wisdom of the nutritional values of East Asian Medicine as guided by Dr. Alessandra Young, DAEAM. Offerings will be nourishing and promote a healthy gut.
The September Retreat is a small group of 6 participants and 2 facilitators. The investment is $800 per participant. Payment plan option available - please inquire. You may BOOK ONLINE
The November Retreat will be limited to 12 participants. The price will be $1250 and additional healing treatments will be offered - Watsu (water) Massage or Table Massage. More details will be announced In Mid-September.

"Glam"ping Off Grid in Shared Accomodations

Pictured here: the Yurt accommodation. For the September 2024 Retreat all guests will be resting in the Stone Cabins that offer two Full size beds in share accommodations.
Maple Grove Hot Springs Retreat Center is Off the Grid., There is a land line for emergency contact. This is an opportunity to disconnect from hurry, worry and electronic devices.
Unlimited Soaking Mineral Hot Springs

There are 14 naturally occurring minerals in the waters.
Through a process only Mother Nature can offer, the healing properties of each mineral combine to serve up a unique dose of mental, emotional, and physical support.
Acupuncture + Cupping

Guests will each receive a private Acupuncture and Cupping treatment with Alessandra. In this time you may address pain, energetic imbalance or eneryetic blockage. Enjoy a nervous system re-set.
Restorative Yoga

Restorative yoga (gentle Hatha) offered on the lawn and in the pools. All levels encouraged.
Cool Plunge, Canoe & Body Board

The Bear River temperature is typically around 55 degrees at this time of year and allows bathers to “cold plunge” The practice of cold baths can be traced back to ancient Japan. It was not only a means of invigoration but also a test of endurance. Warriors and samurai were known to take cold plunges to build mental resilience and physical stamina. Over time, this practice transitioned into a soothing and rejuvenating ritual, accessible to all.
Sound Bath Meditation

Highly Sound Bath Meditation while floating in Hot Springs or snuggled up in the green grass and under the starry skies.
Guests will receive a Mala Necklace and be instructed how to meditate using this ancient tool.