Retreat Introduction

The warmth and vitality of summer is upon us, always a wonderful time to get out and enjoy the lush beauty of the majestic Northwest. For the past three summers I have been fortunate to have lead Women's Retreats on the peninsula, Whidbey Island and Cedar Springs. This year the Women's Retreat happened a few months early and at the end of the weekend was the request to make the next gathering for EVERYONE!!! Well, it's time to gather again and you are ALL invited, family, friends and children.

Bring your friends and family, grab your mat, your kicks, and your imagination and join us for an inspiring weekend full of yoga, art, organic fare, and play. This is an inclusive getaway for deepening our connections with community and our appreciation for life. Come as you are, share what you can and let go of anything you don't need to make space for the gifts of Sangha, or “Community”, the Third Jewel.

Some of you have this information, others have already reserved a space, but for the rest of you it is a new opportunity that I hope you will consider and share with your friends. Cedar Springs Renewal Center with Kristin Welch, Reiki Master, Soma Practitioner and Chakra Vinyasa Yoga Instructor and Caroline Rockey, Art Instructor and Reiki practitioner.

Nestled in the Skagit Valley River is a tranquil retreat known as Cedar Springs Renewal Center Opening its heart and sharing its healing spirit with groups and individual from around the world Cedar Springs is a rare jewel. Founded by Micheal Mhaffy, a 25yr cancer survivor, the center is a wealth of inspiration and information for anyone that wants to thrive in this life. Michael’s bold spirit, warm and gentle heart along with his intelligence and dedication to wellness makes every visit to the center an epiphany. The Staff is a kind and inspired extension of Michael’s vision and conviction. With a focusing on cleansing as well as teaching wellness the facilities offer organic raw food cleanses and classes lead by raw food chef Sage McClive more info, yoga, pilates, sauna, colon hydro-therapy, bodywork and counseling. Whether you’re a creator, inventor, survivor, or curious enthusiast one day or an extended stay at Cedar Springs will inspire and support your life.

3 nights lodging, 6 adult yoga classes, 4 art and moment classes for children, 2 raw food and nutrition classes, 9 lovingly prepared organic meals, infrared sauna and 50 acres of Skagit River Valley to enjoy. (children mindfully scheduled duringadult classes, child care also available)

ADULTS: $395 per person all inclusive / $475 massage included

CHILDREN: 3yrs and up $225/ children 2 and under FREE

Register: Contact Kristin Welch 206-271-7662 or

Caroline Rockey 206-265-1625