The Seven Trails Seeker | Free (August)
At Lake Osceola Retreat, we gather as women who believe that peace, healing, and joy can begin with something as simple as walking together in nature.
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Wellness Circle [Series]
Where Nature Invites Us to Grow Together
There are places we visit.
And there are places that quietly become part of us.
Lake Osceola Retreat is one of those places.
Here, nature is more than a beautiful landscape—it is a gentle teacher. The forest, the lake, the open sky, and the warmth of the fire remind us of something we often forget in our busy lives:
We were never meant to grow alone.
A forest is not created by one tree. Beneath the earth, roots quietly support one another. A lake is not fed by one stream alone. Every part of nature contributes to something greater than itself.
Nature teaches us that connection creates strength, and community helps us flourish.
The Wellness Circle was born from this wisdom.
On the first Saturday of every month, we gather in the heart of nature to slow down, reconnect, and share meaningful conversations. Together we create a welcoming space where ideas are exchanged, experiences are honored, and authentic relationships naturally grow.
This is more than networking.
It is a community built on trust, kindness, curiosity, and collaboration.
Whether you come to share your gifts, gain new inspiration, or simply enjoy the presence of like-minded people, your voice becomes part of the circle.
Around the fire, surrounded by the peaceful beauty of Lake Osceola Retreat, we remember that growth isn’t something we achieve alone.
It is something we create together.
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Who Is the Wellness Circle For?
The Wellness Circle welcomes both women and men who value connection, collaboration, and lifelong learning.
This gathering is especially meaningful for:
Wellness Practitioners
Yoga Teachers
Life Coaches
Therapists
Holistic & Energy Healers
Business Owners & Entrepreneurs
Creative Professionals
Community Leaders
Anyone who enjoys meaningful conversations, authentic relationships, and personal growth
No matter where you are on your journey, you are warmly welcome.
Monthly Gathering
First Saturday of Every Month
Wellness Circle
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Every gathering is unique because every participant brings a different story, perspective, and wisdom to share.
Together, we inspire one another, support each other’s growth, and build a community rooted in nature, connection, and belonging.
Registration
Investment: $15 per person
Advance registration is requested, as space is intentionally limited to create a meaningful and connected experience.
If you’d like to spend more time in nature before the Wellness Circle, we also offer an optional guided nature experience earlier in the afternoon. You can find the details and register for that experience on our website.
Men’s Retreat
If you are interested in joining the men’s retreat group, please send us an email
at: info@osceolaretreat.com
Rest & Restore
Rest & Restore
About this trip
Step away from the demands of everyday life and settle into a weekend intentionally designed to calm your nervous system, quiet your mind, and restore your body.
Surrounded by the beauty of nature on a private lake, you'll find space to slow down, breathe more deeply, and release the layers of tension that quietly accumulate through the busyness of daily life. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, mentally fatigued, physically tight, or simply in need of rest, this retreat offers exactly what your body & mind have been craving.
We will be staying in a historic home in Osceola, Wisconsin, nestled in the lush St. Croix Valley. The home was beautifully custom-built with numerous cushy bedrooms and areas for rest and relaxation. Intricate mosaic tile art, created by the owner himself, fill the home. The 100-acre wooded property boasts miles of hiking trails, a private lake with a resident pair of bald eagles just outside the door!
Throughout the weekend, you'll experience relaxation: restorative (restful) yoga, gentle stretching, mindful breathing practices, forest bathing, guided meditation, a sound bath - all thoughtfully designed to encourage deep rest and help your body shift back into its natural state of healing.
You'll learn practical tools and techniques that you can continue using long after the retreat ends, helping you navigate stressful seasons with resilience, greater ease and self-awareness.
This retreat invites you to embrace the healing rhythm of unhurried living. Sip your morning coffee overlooking the lake, wander peaceful forest trails, paddle across quiet waters, enjoy the sauna and cold plunge, soak beneath the stars in the hot tub, practice quiet reflection, or simply curl up with a good book in a cozy corner.
For those who enjoy creative expression, there will be opportunities for art, journaling, and meaningful conversation with a community of like-minded individuals. Or, if what you need most is silence, you'll find plenty of space to simply be.
Nourishing, home-cooked meals prepared with wholesome ingredients will support your well-being throughout the weekend. Our menu will be custom curated by a private chef, full of nutritious and tasteful ingredients; expect a full balance of color and flavors. Coffees and teas will always be available.
Thai massage, chakra balancing, and facial reflexology sessions offer another layer of relaxation and renewal for those who would like to add additional wellness therapies to their retreat. Also being offered are unique Water Wellness Reset sessions - you can't find these anywhere else!
This is more than a weekend away — it's an opportunity to reset your nervous system, reconnect with yourself, and return home feeling lighter, calmer, and equipped with practices that support lasting well-being. This retreat is especially well-suited for anyone feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, burned out, or simply in need of intentional rest and restoration. The practices you'll experience are designed to support nervous system regulation, encourage relaxation, and help you cultivate habits that promote greater resilience and well-being in everyday life.
Bring your tension and worries and be prepared to leave them behind.
Walking the Path to Your Best Life
Walking the Path to Your Best Life
A Weekend Retreat of Self Discovery and Empowerment September 11-13
Join us for a powerful and heart opening weekend of practice, contemplation, and connection designed to awaken your inner wisdom and affirm your most authentic, joyful path in life.
This retreat is an invitation to step more fully into who you are. It’s about self discovery, empowerment, authenticity, and growth. We are all unique, and one of the greatest gifts we can give the world is to become more fully ourselves and offer that truth with love.
Surrounded by the beauty of nature, we will move, reflect, express, and simply be in community, with purpose, and in peace.
Meet Our Guest Author & Teacher: Jean Jyotika Skeels
We are honored to welcome Jean Jyotika Skeels as our featured guest and guide during this retreat.
Jean is a death doula, life coach, yoga teacher, writer, and mother, who has spent over two decades creating transformational spaces for healing, self-inquiry, and soulful living. Her work is rooted in compassion, truth, and the belief that we all carry deep wisdom within.
On Saturday, Jean will lead a powerful, heart-centered experience inspired by her book:
“Before You Go” a poetic and thoughtful guide to living fully, letting go gracefully, and embracing the present with awareness.
This special session will weave together conversation, reflection, gentle practice, and creative expression inviting you to explore your life with deeper clarity, presence, and courage.
What Awaits You
Throughout the weekend, you’ll be supported by a nourishing blend of movement, rest, reflection, nature, and creativity all offered in a welcoming and peaceful environment.
Yoga : Ground your body, move with awareness, and reconnect with breath and presence. These sessions offer release, alignment, and restoration.
Meditation & Yoga Nidra : Settle into stillness through guided breathwork and deep relaxation. These practices help calm the nervous system and bring clarity to the mind.
Journaling : Tap into your inner voice through gentle writing prompts and self-inquiry—discovering wisdom, truth, and space within.
Yoga Dance : Joyful and expressive movement that invites freedom, play, and emotional release no choreography, just connection to the rhythm of your being.
Sound Healing : Let waves of sound carry you inward. Through bowls, chimes, and vibration, you’ll experience a deep sense of balance and energetic renewal.
Art & Music Expression Stations : Paint, play, or simply explore our open creative space invites you to express yourself through color, sound, and spontaneous inspiration. No experience needed.
Kayaking & Paddleboarding : Drift gently across still waters, held by the rhythm of nature. These moments on the lake offer calm, perspective, and joy..
Forest Meditation & Nature Immersion
Walk slowly, breathe deeply, and listen to the quiet wisdom of the trees, the breeze, and the stillness of the land.
Guided Hikes Around Our Private Lake
Peaceful trails await you offering a chance to move with intention, reflect in silence, or connect with others surrounded by natural beauty.
Nourishing Persian-Mediterranean Meals
Enjoy delicious, colorful meals prepared with organic, local ingredients. Each dish is crafted with love to nourish body and soul.
Retreat Schedule
Check-in: Friday, September 11, 2026 2:00 PM
Full Retreat Day (featuring Jean’s workshop): Saturday, september 13
Check-out: Monday, september 13, 2026 12:00 PM
Come walk with us.
Come rest, move, listen, and reawaken the path that is already yours
Walking the Path to Your Best Life.
THE AHA MOMENT RETREAT
One Insight Can Change Everything
Welcome
What if the clarity you have been seeking is already within you?
What if all you need is the space to slow down, listen, and reconnect?
Welcome to The AHA Moment Retreat, a transformative weekend designed to help you step away from the noise of everyday life and return to what truly matters.
Nestled in the peaceful beauty of Lake Osceola Retreat, surrounded by forests, water, and the healing rhythms of nature, this immersive experience invites you into a journey of self-discovery, renewal, and transformation.
Sometimes it arrives through stillness.
Through a walk in the woods.
A quiet moment by the water.
A deep breath.
A realization that suddenly changes everything.
That is the AHA Moment.
And this retreat is designed to help you discover yours.
Guided by the Ancient Cyclic Yoga Pillars
At the heart of this retreat is a unique framework inspired by the Ancient Cyclic Yoga Pillars.
Rooted in timeless yogic wisdom and the natural cycles of life, these pillars guide us through awareness, balance, growth, transformation, and renewal. Just as nature moves through seasons, we too move through cycles of healing, learning, releasing, and becoming.
Throughout the weekend, participants will be guided through experiences designed to awaken awareness, align energy, deepen self-understanding, and reconnect with inner wisdom.
Through mindful movement, meditation, chakra balancing, mudras, reflection, journaling, and nature immersion, we create space for clarity, insight, and meaningful transformation.
This is more than a retreat.
It is a journey inward.
A journey back to yourself.
During This Retreat You Will
Slow down and step away from daily distractions
Reset and regulate your nervous system
Reconnect with your inner wisdom and intuition
Gain clarity about your next chapter in life
Explore the Ancient Cyclic Yoga Pillars
Experience chakra-balancing and energy-awareness practices
Learn mudras that support focus, balance, and transformation
Deepen your connection with nature
Discover new perspectives and possibilities
Connect with a supportive community
Leave feeling grounded, renewed, and inspired
What to Expect
Nervous System Reset & Readiness to Receive
Learn practices that help calm the nervous system, release stress, and create space for clarity, healing, and insight.
Mindful Movement & Gentle Yoga
Accessible yoga practices designed to cultivate awareness, balance, presence, and connection between body, mind, and spirit.
Chakra Balancing Cycle
Experience guided chakra-balancing practices that support emotional, physical, mental, and energetic well-being.
Mudra Practice
Explore ancient hand gestures that help focus intention, direct energy, deepen meditation, and support personal transformation.
Meditation & Breathwork
Quiet the mind, regulate the nervous system, and create the conditions for insight and self-awareness.
Reflective Journaling & Self-Discovery
Engage in guided exercises and journaling practices that help uncover clarity, patterns, possibilities, and deeper understanding.
Nature Immersion & Walking Meditation
Slow down and reconnect with the wisdom of the natural world through mindful walking, observation, silence, and presence.
Community & Meaningful Connection
Gather with like-hearted individuals in a welcoming and supportive environment.
Nourishing Meals & Restorative Time
Enjoy wholesome meals and opportunities to rest, recharge, and integrate your experience.
Retreat Schedule
Saturday, November 21, 2026
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Welcome Circle, Meet & Greet
Arrive, settle into the peaceful surroundings of Lake Osceola Retreat, connect with fellow participants, enjoy a brief tour of the property, and review the weekend journey ahead.
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Nervous System Reset: Preparing to Receive
[6/14/2026 11:38 AM] elham ayoubu: Through breathwork, meditation, gentle awareness practices, and nervous system regulation techniques, you’ll begin shifting from doing into being.
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Personal Reflection & Nature Time
Enjoy quiet time to walk the trails, sit by the water, journal, or simply rest.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Gentle Yoga & Mindful Movement
Reconnect with your body through grounding and restorative movement practices.
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Nourishing Lunch
Enjoy a wholesome meal prepared to support vitality and well-being.
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Rest, Reflect & Reconnect
Personal time for reflection, nature immersion, quiet contemplation, journaling, or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings.
3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Mudra Circle, Energy Work & Chakra Balancing with Sound Healing
Experience sacred mudras, energy awareness practices, chakra balancing, guided meditation, and sound healing designed to support alignment, harmony, and deeper connection.
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Journaling & Integration
Reflect on the experiences of the day through guided journaling and self-discovery exercises.
6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Nourishing Dinner
Gather together for an evening meal and meaningful conversation.
7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Sauna, Hot Tub & Optional Evening Practices
Participants may choose to enjoy the sauna and hot tub experience as part of a gentle detoxification and relaxation process.
Optional evening offerings include:
Guided Meditation
Yoga Nidra
Deep Relaxation Practices
9:00 PM
Deep Rest & Integration
Prepare for restorative sleep and allow the subconscious mind to integrate the insights and experiences of the day.
Sunday, November 22, 2026
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Morning Energy Activation & Chakra Alignment
Begin the day with gentle movement, breathwork, chakra balancing, heart-opening practices, and mindful awareness.
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Nourishing Organic Breakfast
Enjoy a fresh and nourishing breakfast prepared to support vitality and well-being.
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Reflection, Integration & Closing Circle
Gather for a meaningful closing experience to reflect on your journey, celebrate insights, and create intentions for the path ahead.
Participants will receive:
Guided Reflection Process
Personal Goal-Setting Framework
A 21-Day Integration Program to support continued growth and transformation after the retreat
11:30 AM
Closing Circle & Departure
Leave feeling grounded, aligned, renewed, and inspired to carry your AHA Moment into everyday life.
Optional Enhancements
For those who wish to deepen their retreat experience, we are pleased to offer the following optional sessions:
One-on-One Chakra Balancing Session
A personalized energy-balancing session designed to support alignment, relaxation, clarity, and overall well-being.
$89 per session
Facial Reflexology for Deep Relaxation & Meditation
A gentle and restorative practice that promotes relaxation, energetic balance, and a deeper meditative state.
$89 per session
Mosaic Art Experience
Enjoy a guided mosaic art activity that encourages creativity, mindfulness, self-expression, and reflection.
$50 per person
Optional sessions may be reserved in advance or during the retreat based on availability.
Who Is This Retreat For?
This retreat is for anyone seeking greater clarity, balance, purpose, and connection.
Whether you are navigating change, seeking direction, recovering from burnout, exploring personal growth, or simply longing for time away to reset and reconnect, this experience offers a supportive and nurturing space for transformation.
No previous yoga or meditation experience is required.
Simply come with an open heart and a willingness to explore.
Your Next Chapter Begins Here
Sometimes a single realization changes everything.
A new perspective.
A forgotten dream.
A deeper understanding.
A moment of clarity that illuminates the path ahead.
Join us for a weekend of reflection, insight, connection, and renewal.
Reconnect with Nature.
Reconnect with Yourself.
Discover What Is Possible.
Lake Osceola Retreat
GUT HEALTH & HEALING RETREAT
A restorative winter weekend designed to support gut health, nervous system balance, metabolism, and overall vitality through nourishing foods, mindful movement, nature immersion, wellness education, and restorative self-care.
FRIDAY
3:00 PM – Arrival & Check-In
Arrive, settle into your accommodations, and begin your restorative retreat experience.
Welcome Meet & Greet
Connect with fellow participants and enjoy a warm introduction to the weekend.
Retreat Center Tour
Explore the beautiful grounds, walking trails, lake views, wellness spaces, and the peaceful atmosphere of Lake Osceola Retreat.
Healing Dinner
Enjoy a nourishing meal designed to support digestion, energy, and overall wellness.
Sound Healing Experience
Relax deeply and release stress through a restorative sound healing session that supports nervous system regulation and inner balance.
Evening Wellness Experience
• Sauna
• Hot Tub
• Himalayan Salt Wall
• Lemon Water
• Optional Sauna Face Masks
Enjoy a peaceful evening of rest, relaxation, and renewal.
SATURDAY
8:30 AM – Gut Health Yoga
Begin the day with a guided yoga, breathwork, and kriya practice designed to support digestion, calm the nervous system, improve metabolism, and enhance overall well-being.
9:45 AM – Nourishing Breakfast
Enjoy a wholesome, gut-friendly breakfast designed to nourish and energize the body.
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM – Gut Health Workshop
An educational and interactive workshop focused on digestion, inflammation reduction, metabolism, nervous system regulation, and practical strategies for improving gut health and overall wellness.
1:00 PM – Nourishing Lunch
Enjoy healing soups, fresh vegetables, gut-supportive foods, and nourishing beverages.
2:30 PM – Lakeside Nature Walk & Walking Meditation
Reconnect with nature through a peaceful guided walk, mindful breathing, and reflection along the beautiful grounds of Lake Osceola Retreat.
4:00 PM – Personalized Wellness Planning
Learn practical lifestyle, nutrition, and self-care strategies to support lasting gut health, energy, and vitality. Create an individualized wellness plan to continue your healing journey at home.
5:30 PM – Reflection & Journaling
Take time to reflect on your experience, gain insight, and set meaningful intentions for your health and well-being.
6:30 PM – Healing Dinner
8:00 PM – Evening Wellness Experience
• Sauna
• Hot Tub
• Cold Plunge
• Himalayan Salt Wall
• Lemon Water
• Optional Sauna Face Masks
Enjoy a relaxing evening dedicated to restoration, detoxification, and nervous system balance.
SUNDAY
8:30 AM – Metabolism Activation Yoga
Begin the day with an energizing practice designed to stimulate circulation, metabolism, and vitality.
9:45 AM – Healing Breakfast
11:00 AM – Integration & Wellness Planning
Reflect on your experience, receive guidance, and create a personalized wellness plan to support lasting health and wellness.
Closing Circle & Farewell
Share reflections, celebrate your journey, and leave feeling inspired and supported.
OPTIONAL WELLNESS SERVICES
(By Appointment)
Facial Reflexology – $85
A deeply relaxing treatment designed to support nervous system regulation, reduce stress, and encourage the body’s natural healing response.
Chakra Balancing – $85
Experience energetic alignment, relaxation, and inner harmony through a restorative chakra balancing session.
Please let us know when registering if you would like to reserve an appointment.
WHAT YOU’LL EXPERIENCE
• Gut Health Yoga
• Breathwork & Kriya Practices
• Gut Health Education Workshop
• Personalized Wellness Planning
• Nutritious Gut-Friendly Meals
• Nature Walk & Walking Meditation
• Sound Healing Session
• Journaling & Reflection
• Sauna & Hot Tub
• Himalayan Salt Wall Experience
• Rest, Renewal & Community Connection
Leave Feeling Refreshed, Nourished, and Renewed.
Valentine’s Couples Retreat
Love • Connection • Serenity
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12
Celebrate love with a peaceful winter escape designed to help you slow down, reconnect, and create meaningful memories together.
Surrounded by forests, snowy trails, and the peaceful beauty of Lake Osceola Retreat, this intimate weekend offers the perfect balance of relaxation, wellness, creativity, and quality time with your loved one.
To create a warm and personalized experience, this retreat is limited to only three couples. Each couple enjoys a private bedroom and private bathroom, creating the perfect space to rest and reconnect.
Friday • February 12
2:00 PM — Arrival & Welcome
Check into your private room and enjoy warm refreshments.
Meet the other couples during a relaxed welcome gathering before taking a guided tour of the retreat property, including the lake, forest trails, yoga sanctuary, and gathering spaces.
Take time to slow down, breathe deeply, and settle into nature.
5:30 PM — Dinner
Enjoy a nourishing homemade dinner prepared with fresh seasonal ingredients.
Evening
Relax and enjoy the evening at your own pace.
Sauna
Hot Tub
Fireside Gathering
Snowshoeing (weather permitting)
Winter Nature Walks
Quiet Time Together
Saturday • February 13
8:00–9:00 AM
Optional Morning Yoga & Meditation
Begin your day with gentle movement, mindful breathing, and meditation.
9:30 AM
Healthy Breakfast
10:30–11:30 AM
Nature Art Workshop
A local artist will guide the group through a relaxing nature-inspired art experience.
Using natural materials and inspiration from the beautiful surroundings of Lake Osceola Retreat, you’ll create a meaningful keepsake to remember your weekend together.
No artistic experience is necessary—just come ready to enjoy the creative process.
Free Time
Enjoy the rest of the morning relaxing, walking the snowy trails, visiting the lake, reading by the fire, or spending quiet time together.
1:00 PM
Lunch
Saturday Afternoon
Love in the Kitchen
Gather around our beautiful farmhouse table for two hands-on culinary experiences that celebrate connection, teamwork, and wholesome food.
🍞 Sourdough Bread Workshop
Learn the traditional art of making sourdough bread from scratch. Mix, shape, and prepare your own loaf while enjoying meaningful conversations and working together as a couple.
🥒 Probiotic Fermented Vegetable Workshop
Learn the traditional art of making probiotic fermented vegetables using fresh, seasonal ingredients and simple fermentation techniques. In this hands-on workshop, we’ll prepare delicious fermented vegetables together while exploring how natural fermentation supports gut health, digestion, immunity, and overall wellness. Leave with your own jar of probiotic vegetables, practical skills, and the confidence to continue fermenting at home.
After the workshops, enjoy free time to:
Walk the snowy trails
Visit the lake
Snowshoe
Relax by the fireplace
Enjoy the sauna
Soak in the hot tub
Simply relax and reconnect
6:00 PM
Dinner
Saturday Evening
Sound Healing Journey
Relax deeply with a peaceful sound healing experience using crystal singing bowls and therapeutic instruments.
Following the session, enjoy:
Sauna
Hot Tub
Herbal Tea
Fireside Relaxation
Couples Game Night
Bring your favorite board game or card game—or enjoy games provided at the retreat—for an evening of laughter, connection, and fun.
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Sunday • February 14
8:30 AM
Optional Morning Yoga
9:30 AM
Breakfast
10:30 AM
Closing Circle
A time for gratitude, reflection, and sharing before heading home.
12:00 PM
Check-Out
Leave feeling refreshed, renewed, and deeply connected.
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Optional Experiences
(Available by appointment or personal choice)
Wellness Sessions
Facial Reflexology
Chakra Balancing
Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)
Creative Experience
Mosaic Art Workshop
Investment
$845 per Couple
(Only $422.50 per person)
Your Retreat Includes
Two nights of accommodations
Private bedroom & private bathroom
Welcome refreshments
Friday dinner
Saturday breakfast, lunch & dinner
Sunday breakfast
Morning Yoga & Meditation
Nature Art Workshop
Sourdough Bread Workshop
Homemade Pickling Workshop
Saturday evening Sound Healing Journey
Unlimited access to the Sauna & Hot Tub
Fireside Gathering
Drum making & Rhythm Retreat
Drum Making & Drum Circle Retreat
The Drum Echoes the Heartbeat of Mother Earth
Presented by: Doris Linder, RedEagle Drums, and Gina Stave
Doris Linder made her first drum over 25 years ago using a Tandy Leather kit, sparking a lifelong passion for the craft and the spiritual essence of drumming. In 2009, she founded RedEagle Drums to share the practice and benefits of drumming and drum-making. Her energy, talent, and creativity have brought RedEagle Drums to a remarkable place, where she now shares Spirit through drums and drumming.
We invite you into a weekend of creation, stillness, and sacred sound—held in the quiet embrace of Lake Osceola Retreat.
As evening arrives, we share dinner by the fire—under open skies, where the lake reflects the last golden lightand the forest listens with us.
Night Drum Circle with Angela – Earth, Fire, Breath, Water
Under the night sky, we gather in rhythm.
Drums speak what words cannot hold.
We return to the elements:
the stillness of the earth
the wisdom of fire
the breath between beats
the emotional flow of water
A circle not of performance, but of presence.
Saturday – Creation, Healing, Sound
Morning opens with gentle yoga with Elham—
slow movements like poetry through the body,
softening what has been held too long.
A homemade organic breakfast follows,
simple, nourishing, real.
Then we return to the body through rest:
sauna heat, warm water, silence, release…
as the nervous system learns safety again.
Optional Healing Add-On Sessions (during the retreat)
You are invited to deepen your experience with additional offerings:
Chakra Balancing Session – restore energetic flow and inner alignment
$79
Facial Reflexology – gentle release through face and nervous system points
$79
These sessions can be added to your retreat for a more personalized healing journey.
🥁 Drum Making with Doris
From hide, hand, and intention—
you create your own drum.
Not just an instrument,
but a companion of rhythm, memory, and voice.
🍲 We share lunch as community,
where stories unfold easily, like breath.
🌙 Closing Drum Circle with Doris
In the final circle, each drum is born into sound.
We gather one last time—
voices, rhythms, and hearts woven together.
A closing not of ending, but of integration—
where everything we’ve created is finally heard.
💛 Investment: $497
Includes all sessions, drum making, meals, spa access, and full retreat experience.
Come as you are.
Leave as rhythm
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The Seven Trails Seeker | Free (July)
At Lake Osceola Retreat, we gather as women who believe that peace, healing, and joy can begin with something as simple as walking together in nature.
Compass of the Soul ❌BOOKED❌
Join us for a transformative day of reflection, self-discovery, and inspiration at beautiful Lake Osceola Retreat. Guided by the timeless wisdom of the great Persian poet and mystic Rumi, this workshop invites you to reconnect with your inner compass and explore the deeper purpose and meaning of your life’s journey.
Led by Getty Azod, author of Communication Beyond Words, lifelong student of Eastern and Western philosophy, teacher of Masnavi, and beloved guide known for her compassionate presence and heart-centered approach, this special workshop offers an opportunity to awaken the wisdom that already lives within you.
Drawing inspiration from Rumi’s teachings, participants will explore how to navigate life with greater clarity, joy, and authenticity while releasing obstacles that may be preventing personal growth and fulfillment.
During This Workshop You Will:
Unfold the unique story and myth you carry within.
Step through the doorway of Rumi’s wisdom and timeless teachings.
Release emotional and mental blockages.
Awaken joy as a daily practice.
Deepen your connection to yourself and your life path.
Explore practical insights for living with greater purpose, love, and presence.
Whether you are familiar with Rumi’s teachings or encountering them for the first time, this workshop welcomes all who are seeking personal growth, spiritual exploration, and a deeper understanding of themselves.
About Getty Azod
Getty Azod is the author of Communication Beyond Words and a lifelong student of both Eastern and Western philosophy. Her passion for Rumi’s teachings and the Masnavi has inspired countless individuals on their personal and spiritual journeys. Known for her warmth, wisdom, and genuine compassion, Getty creates a welcoming space where participants can explore life’s deeper questions and reconnect with their authentic selves.
The Seven Trails Seeker | Free (June)
At Lake Osceola Retreat, we gather as women who believe that peace, healing, and joy can begin with something as simple as walking together in nature.
Open House
Calling yoga teachers, psychologists, wellness coaches, retreat leaders, healers, creatives, and those passionate about mental well-being and conscious living 🌿
You are warmly invited to an Open House at our historic retreat center, Lake Osceola Retreat
Open House Experience at Lake Osceola Retreat
We warmly invite you to step into a space designed for rest, connection, and inspiration.
Our Open House is a gentle gathering where like-minded souls wellness leaders, teachers, healers, and seekers come together to connect, share, and explore new possibilities.
What we offer :
We hold space for:
Transformational retreats and events
Yoga, meditation, and mindful living
Deep rest and nervous system reset
Nature-based healing experiences
Meaningful collaborations and conscious gatherings
And More
During the Open House:
You’ll be welcomed into a relaxed and nourishing environment where you can:
Connect through a heartfelt meet & greet
Enjoy curated snacks and drinks
Experience a guided tour of the retreat space
Explore opportunities to host your own retreat or collaborate
Spend intentional time in nature
Receive a complimentary sound healing session, allowing you to fully feel the energy and intention of the space
Kindly register in advance through the “Join Us” button so we can prepare a beautiful experience for you.
The Return
Saturday: Walk the Pilgrimage
This is the heart of The Return.
A day to walk in solitude, reflect in silence, and discover what rises when the noise falls away.
For 6 hours, you’ll move at your own pace on a forest trail - looping, resting, and continuing in a steady rhythm.
Some will walk farther. Others will take it slower.
Everyone stays with the experience.
The consistency of the time creates space for both challenge and reflection - so you can see clearly what is ready to surface.
The Spirit
9:00 am | Arrival & Opening Circle
Arrive, get grounded & set your intention for the day.
10:00 am – 4:00 pm | The Long Hike
Our modern-day pilgrimage unfolds on a 4-mile forest loop trail. You’ll hike in solitude, yet always within the presence of your community of fellow seekers.
Hike for 6 hours
All fitness levels welcomed
4-7 loops of the trail
Food + hydration aid station at end of each loop
A rhythm that invites both challenge + reflection
Time to walk with your questions, your intentions and your silence
4:00 – 6:30 pm | Recovery
Refuel with a recovery snack, then a nice long shower and rest.
6:30 pm | Dinner
After solitude, return to community over a shared meal.
8:00 pm | Embers of Reflection Bonfire
Share your experience or simply listen as stories weave together into collective meaning.
Friendly Reminder: Attending with a loved one? Plan to hike solo. Save conversation for after The Long Hike!
Walk the Pilgrimage : This is the heart of The Return. A day to walk in solitude, reflect in silence and discover what rises when the noise falls away. For six hours, the trail becomes your teacher: the body engaged in steady movement, the mind clearing in rhythm, and the spirit awakening to what is ready to be seen.
Sunday Morning: Rest, Recovery & Joy
After the pilgrimage, this day is about restoring your body, mind, and spirit.
There’s no rush
Move slowly.
Savor stillness.
Let joy find you - through laughter, creativity, or simply doing nothing at all.
8:00 am | Group Yoga & Sound Healing
Gentle yoga to stretch out those muscles and healing vibration and resonance to deepen recovery.
11:00 am | Brunch
Sunday Afternoon: Remember & Return
This is where it all comes together.
You take the clarity from the weekend and decide what comes with you.
What fills you up.
What you’re ready to return to.
2:30 pm – 4:30 pm | Anchoring What’s Emerging
Receive reflection prompts and choose the pathway that supports how you integrate the experience.
Choose your pathway - writing, quiet conversation, walking reflection, or creative mapping.
Notice what’s taking shape, and allow it to become clear.
5:00 pm | Dinner
A final meal together.
6:15 pm | Closing Circle
Gather one last time to honor the journey, share reflections, and name the practices you’ll carry forward.
7:00 pm | Depart
Depart taking with you clarity, joy, and renewed intention.
Feminine Light in Serenity
Feminine Light in Serenity
A one-day feminine sanctuary where you are invited to slow down, soften, and remember the sacred rhythm within you.
This is not just a retreat…
It is a celebration of feminine energy in all its forms
Choose Your Feminine Frequency
Throughout the day, you are gently invited to move through different energetic states.
Each one carries a different feeling, like a whisper from within:
The Celebration State
Joyful expansion, connection, and honoring life as it flows
The Spring Awakening State
Freshness, rebirth, softness, and new beginnings
The Serenity State
Deep calm, nervous system healing, and inner peace
The Sacred Feminine State
Intuition, embodiment, emotional depth, and inner wisdom
You are not doing the retreat…
You are moving through your own feminine landscape.
The Experience
9:00 – 10:00 | Arrival & Gentle Landing
Tea, light nourishment, and soft arrival into presence
10:00 – 11:15 | Feminine Flow Cyclic Yoga
A slow, intuitive movement practice guided by feminine rhythm and body wisdom
11:30 – 12:15 | Sound Healing Journey
A vibrational immersion to release, soften, and reset the nervous system
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12:15 – 1:00 | Nourishing Lunch
Mindful eating and gentle connection
1:00 – 4:30 | Nature, Rest & Inner Journey
A spacious time to simply be:
walk in nature, rest deeply, enjoy sauna, or receive optional healing sessions
4:30 – 5:00 | Tea Ceremony & Closing Circle
A soft closing in gratitude, reflection, and heart connection
Optional 1:1 Healing Sessions
Facial Reflexology — $79 (3 spots)
Chakra Balancing — $79
Massage Therapy — $115 (4 spots)
Each session supports you in returning to balance, softness, and energetic alignment.
Investment
$187 per person
Final Invitation
Come as you are…
and choose your way of being.
Celebrate. Awaken. Rest. Remember.
Let your feminine light move through you like spring, like breath, like silence…
The Seven Trails Seeker | Free (May)
At Lake Osceola Retreat, we gather as women who believe that peace, healing, and joy can begin with something as simple as walking together in nature.
The Seven Trails Seeker | Free (April)
At Lake Osceola Retreat, we gather as women who believe that peace, healing, and joy can begin with something as simple as walking together in nature.
Walking the Path to Your Best Life (April)
Walking the Path to Your Best Life
A Weekend Retreat of Self Discovery and Empowerment April 10–12
Join us for a powerful and heart opening weekend of practice, contemplation, and connection designed to awaken your inner wisdom and affirm your most authentic, joyful path in life.
This retreat is an invitation to step more fully into who you are. It’s about self discovery, empowerment, authenticity, and growth. We are all unique, and one of the greatest gifts we can give the world is to become more fully ourselves and offer that truth with love.
Surrounded by the beauty of nature, we will move, reflect, express, and simply be in community, with purpose, and in peace.
Meet Our Guest Author & Teacher: Jean Jyotika Skeels
We are honored to welcome Jean Jyotika Skeels as our featured guest and guide during this retreat.
Jean is a death doula, life coach, yoga teacher, writer, and mother, who has spent over two decades creating transformational spaces for healing, self-inquiry, and soulful living. Her work is rooted in compassion, truth, and the belief that we all carry deep wisdom within.
On Saturday, Jean will lead a powerful, heart-centered experience inspired by her book:
“Before You Go” a poetic and thoughtful guide to living fully, letting go gracefully, and embracing the present with awareness.
This special session will weave together conversation, reflection, gentle practice, and creative expression inviting you to explore your life with deeper clarity, presence, and courage.
What Awaits You
Throughout the weekend, you’ll be supported by a nourishing blend of movement, rest, reflection, nature, and creativity all offered in a welcoming and peaceful environment.
Yoga : Ground your body, move with awareness, and reconnect with breath and presence. These sessions offer release, alignment, and restoration.
Meditation & Yoga Nidra : Settle into stillness through guided breathwork and deep relaxation. These practices help calm the nervous system and bring clarity to the mind.
Journaling : Tap into your inner voice through gentle writing prompts and self-inquiry—discovering wisdom, truth, and space within.
Yoga Dance : Joyful and expressive movement that invites freedom, play, and emotional release no choreography, just connection to the rhythm of your being.
Sound Healing : Let waves of sound carry you inward. Through bowls, chimes, and vibration, you’ll experience a deep sense of balance and energetic renewal.
Art & Music Expression Stations : Paint, play, or simply explore our open creative space invites you to express yourself through color, sound, and spontaneous inspiration. No experience needed.
Kayaking & Paddleboarding : Drift gently across still waters, held by the rhythm of nature. These moments on the lake offer calm, perspective, and joy..
Forest Meditation & Nature Immersion
Walk slowly, breathe deeply, and listen to the quiet wisdom of the trees, the breeze, and the stillness of the land.
Guided Hikes Around Our Private Lake
Peaceful trails await you offering a chance to move with intention, reflect in silence, or connect with others surrounded by natural beauty.
Nourishing Persian-Mediterranean Meals
Enjoy delicious, colorful meals prepared with organic, local ingredients. Each dish is crafted with love to nourish body and soul.
Retreat Schedule
Check-in: Friday, April 10, 2026 2:00 PM
Full Retreat Day (featuring Jean’s workshop): Saturday, April 11
Check-out: Monday, April 13, 2026 12:00 PM
Come walk with us.
Come rest, move, listen, and reawaken the path that is already yours
Walking the Path to Your Best Life.
Spring Beginnings - Renew and Release Retreat
Spring Beginnings - Renew and Release Retreat
Spring is a natural time of new beginnings. Let's work with the natural essence of this season in a retreat to renew our commitment to ourselves and our wellbeing, and release what we are ready to shed as we move into spring. We will have a deeply nourishing day of self-care that will include gentle movement and mediation to celebrate and release the winter months. Then we will bring in fresh energy for spring and the rest of the year with some activities to set intentions and create a fresh start.
Agenda:
10 a.m.: Welcome, introductions, and community building over warm tea
11 a.m.: Nourishing yoga and mindful movement themed around release
12 p.m.: Mini lecture on letting go of old patterns, guided meditation, journaling activity
1 p.m. - 3 p.m.: Delicious Middle Eastern lunch, then rest and rejuvenation time of your choice
3 p.m.: Activity to set spring intentions and usher positive energy into spring with creativity.
4pm: Closing fire ceremony, release and celebrate, drum and move as we seal in our good energy
5:30: Time to head home. *Or stay for an optional overnight for more relaxation, hot tubing and community dinner.
About Me
I specialize in wellbeing experiences that refresh your whole being mind, body, and spirit. I have been working in health and wellness for 20 years, creating wellness programs, providing workshops and trainings, and leading organizational wellness. With a background in public health, complementary healing practices, teaching yoga, and strategic development, I bring a unique, well-rounded perspective of wellbeing. I am passionate about creating transformative experiences and retreats for my community. I love to dance, and connect with nature
Root & Rise Retreat
Root & Rise Retreat
At the edge of the seasons when winter begins to soften and spring quietly stirs beneath the earth ,we gather for a weekend of release, renewal, and gentle awakening.
Root & Rise Retreat is a sacred threshold.
A pause between what has been and what is about to bloom.
Here, you are invited to slow down, ground your body, clear emotional weight, and awaken your energy with intention just as nature prepares to rise again.
Because the earth never rushes… yet everything blooms in its time
Why We Gather
This retreat supports you in
Releasing heaviness from winter physically and emotionally
Regulating and calming the nervous system
Reconnecting with nature and inner rhythm
Creating clear intentions for the coming season
Feeling deeply rooted and gently uplifted
You will leave lighter, clearer, and more aligned with your next chapter.
Retreat Intentions
This retreat is designed to help you:
Release old energy and emotional weight
Reconnect with yourself and nature
Restore your body and nervous system
Set fresh intentions for the new season
Feel grounded (rooted) and uplifted (rising)
Retreat Journey
Saturday :Arrival 9:00 AM
Arrival & Welcome
Settle into your cozy space, sip warm tea, and arrive not only to the retreat but to yourself.
Opening Circle
We begin with grounding breath, gentle presence, and intention setting for this seasonal transition.
Cyclic Yoga
Awakening the Body
A slow, nourishing movement practice to release winter stiffness, awaken circulation, and invite fresh life-force energy into the body.
Herbal Spring Tea Ceremony
With Angela from Rootstock Herbals
Experience thoughtfully crafted herbal blends designed to support the body’s shift from winter inwardness to spring vitality cleansing, warming, and awakening from within.
Mindful Nature Walk
Walk quietly among the trees as the land prepares for growth.
Listen, breathe, and remember your belonging to the natural world.
Earth Rhythm Drum Circle
Feel the grounding heartbeat of the drum.
Drumming releases stored tension, restores vitality, and brings joy through shared rhythm and connection.
Fire Release Ceremony The Heart of the Retreat
At sunset we gather around the fire.
You will be invited to write what you are ready to release old patterns, fears, emotional weight, or the residue of the past season and offer it to the flames.
Through rhythm, silence, and witnessing, we create space for renewal.
Here, you root into truth.
Here, you rise into possibility.
Nourishing Homemade Dinner
Wholesome, grounding food prepared with care shared in warmth and community.
Sunday
Morning Yoga gentle awakening
Homemade Brunch
slow and nourishing
Closing Circle :reflection and intention
Departure at 12:00 PM
Your Experience Includes
Yoga & mindful movement
Group sound healing journey
Fire release ritual
Drum circle with Rootstock Herbals
Herbal tea ceremony
Guided nature connection
Sauna & hot tub access
Homemade nourishing meals
Cozy overnight stay in nature
What to Bring
Comfortable indoor clothing
Warm layers for outdoors
Swimsuit for sauna & hot tub
Journal (optional)
We provide bedding, towels, yoga props, meals, and a peaceful natural environment.
Who This Retreat Is For
For anyone feeling the call to:
Let go of winter heaviness
Reset body and mind
Reconnect with self and nature
Begin a new season with clarity and intention
Experience gentle, meaningful wellness practices
The Seven Trails Seeker | Free (March)
At Lake Osceola Retreat, we gather as women who believe that peace, healing, and joy can begin with something as simple as walking together in nature.
Nourish & Renew in 2026
A Gentle Weekend of Cleansing, Nourishment, and Reconnection
Take a gentle approach to cleansing and renewal in 2026!
Nature & Renew offers a weekend of learning, wholesome food, movement, and relaxation to help you feel lighter, clearer, and more connected to your well-being.
If you’ve been feeling tired, sluggish, or sore… if sleep hasn’t been restful despite your best efforts… your body may simply be asking for a reset. During this nurturing weekend, you’ll explore where toxins commonly hide in food, home products, and even our daily habits — and learn practical, sustainable ways to support your body’s natural cleansing systems.
The Setting
Our retreat takes place in a historic, custom-built home in Osceola, Wisconsin, nestled within the lush St. Croix Valley.
Surrounded by 100 acres of private forest and trails, the property opens to a serene lake where a pair of bald eagles make their home. Inside, hand-crafted mosaic tile art by the owner fills the rooms with warmth, creativity, and peace. It’s the perfect sanctuary to rest, reflect, and rejuvenate.
Nourishing Meals
A private chef will curate a detox-supportive menu filled with fresh, colorful, and nutrient-rich meals designed to balance and renew.
Enjoy a vibrant array of flavors and discover how nourishing food can be deeply healing. Cleansing teas and hydrating beverages will help your body stay in natural harmony throughout the weekend.
Accommodations
Rest in comfort and serenity. Rooms are spacious and thoughtfully designed, with both private and shared options available.
Orange Lotus Room – King bed + private bath (main level)
Green Lotus Room – King bed (shared bath)
Purple Lotus Room – Queen bed (shared bath)
Red Lotus Room – Queen bed (shared bath)
Yellow Lotus Room – Two twin beds (shared bath)
Blue Lotus Room – Double + Queen (shared bath; suitable for 2–3 guests)
Each bed requires its own deposit to reserve. Shared rooms remain open until all beds are booked.
Activities to Support Natural Detox
Cleansing Yoga gentle flows to support digestion, circulation, and lymphatic balance
Sound Healing & Meditation release tension and quiet the mind
Restorative Practices & Mini Massage for deep mental and physical relaxation
Forest Walks & Snowshoeing reconnect with the beauty and rhythm of nature
Hot Tub & Cedar Sauna Under the Stars unwind, reflect, and restore
Meet Your Guest Guide & Retreat Teacher Trisha Flaherty
This Nature & Renew retreat is lovingly led by Trisha Flaherty, who received her 200-hour Yoga Teaching Certificate in 2014. Since then, she has continued her studies in restorative yoga, slow yoga, and yin, and is also a certified YOGABODY Stretch Coach.
In 2018, Trisha traveled to Thailand to study Thai massage, deepening her understanding of the body’s natural energy pathways and healing potential.
Trisha is passionate about wellness, travel, and nature, and brings these passions together through adventure retreats with Second Nature Studios. Her classes are nurturing, mindful, and grounding — an invitation to slow down, tune in, and reconnect with your body’s innate rhythm of peace and vitality.
About Lake Osceola Retreat – Your Hosts, Elham & Hossein Jalali
Your hosts, Elham and Hossein Jalali, are the heart behind Lake Osceola Retreat, a peaceful sanctuary where rest, nature, and healing meet. Together, they have lovingly created a haven surrounded by 100 acres of forest, trails, and a private lake — a space devoted to wellness, mindfulness, and creative expression.
Elham Ayoubi Jalali, a Cyclic Yoga Certified Teacher, trauma-informed yoga instructor, and founder of Mindful Life Journey, integrates yoga, psychology, and nature-based healing into every retreat experience.
Her teaching embodies a deep respect for inner awareness and the restorative power of stillness, while Hossein’s artistry and craftsmanship can be seen throughout the home in his beautiful handmade mosaic tile designs.
Together, they hold space for transformation and connection where each guest feels at home, at peace, and deeply nourished in body, mind, and spirit.
Come as you are and leave feeling renewed, nourished, and deeply connected to yourself and the natural world.
Winter Wellness - Winter series
Hosted by Lake Osceola Retreat & Rootstock Herbals
A nurturing afternoon designed to calm the nervous system, release stress, and support your winter well-being through movement, breath, and sound.
What’s Included
Sound Healing & Gentle Yoga
A soothing practice to nourish your nervous system and bring the body into balance.
Stress-Release Practices
Gentle movement and breathwork to soften tension and quiet the mind.
Meditation + Winter Sound Healing Session
Vibrational healing to deepen relaxation and support emotional wellness.
Create Herbal Wellness Oils
A hands-on herbal crafting experience to support immunity and emotional balance throughout the season
Refreshments
Tea and snacks available throughout the afternoon to keep you nourished and cozy.
What to Bring
Your cozy clothes for both outside and inside
Any personal items you may want
(We provide yoga mats and everything else you need.)
Couple’s Valentine Retreat at Lake Osceola
Couple’s Valentine Retreat at Lake Osceola
A magical weekend of love, laughter, and connection
We invite you to celebrate Valentine’s weekend in the heart of nature. With six charming bedrooms available, this retreat is an intimate gathering for couples who want to share sweet moments, create lasting memories, and nourish their love.
What We’ll Enjoy Together
Gentle Couple’s Yoga & Movement – flow together, breathe together, and connect heart-to-heart
Nature Walks & Winter Hiking – hand in hand, discovering the beauty of the trails
Sauna & Hot Tub Bliss – soak, relax, and let go together
Evenings by the Fire Pit – cozy blankets, starlight, and heartwarming conversations
Homemade Meals – nourishing lunches and dinners with love in every bite
Cooking Together Activity – playful teamwork to create a fun meal with shared recipes
Couple’s Mosaic Art – design and create a piece of art together to take home as a forever memory
Sound Healing Journey – soothing vibrations to calm and connect
Sweet & Playful Couple’s Games
Love Notes Game – write surprise notes to each other throughout the weekend
How Well Do You Know Me?” Challenge – fun questions that spark laughter and deeper connection
Couple’s Scavenger Hunt – explore together and find little treasures hidden around the retreat
Partner Trust Walk – a playful outdoor activity that builds connection and trust
Laughter Circle – joyful group games to keep the spirit light and fun
Optional Add-ons
Massage Therapy – Thai or oil massage available for deep relaxation.
(advance sign-up required)
Special Valentine Offers
Early Bird Discount – Book early and receive 10% off your retreat price.
Couple’s Gift Prize – Every couple receives a special discounted retreat pass, valid for 6 months, so you can return and enjoy another retreat together at Lake Osceola.
Room Options & Prices (per couple)
Orange Room (Private Bath) – $775
Green Room (Private Bath) – $675
Blue Room (Shared Bath) – $675
Red Room (Shared Bath) – $675
Purple Room (Shared Bath) – $675
Early bird couples save 10% — reserve now to lock in your special price!
This retreat is all about love – celebrating your partner, connecting with nature, and enjoying joyful moments with a community of couples. You’ll return home with shared memories, beautiful art, laughter in your hearts, and renewed closeness.
Yoga & Facial Reflexology
Yoga & Facial Reflexology
Step into a day of deep nourishment and renewal
Join us at the serene Lake Osceola Retreat Center for a day designed to restore your body, mind, and spirit through gentle practices, sacred healing, and connection with nature.
Your Retreat Experience Includes
Sacred Healing Sessions with Facial Reflexology
Gentle touch and stimulation of reflex points on the face help release stored tension, support the nervous system, and awaken your body’s natural healing response.
Why we need it: Stress and emotions often show on our face — this practice helps soften stress, improve circulation, and bring deep calm.
Gentle, Restorative Yoga
Guided movement and breathwork designed for all levels, easing stiffness and calming the mind.
Why we need it: Daily stress and busyness disconnect us from our bodies — yoga helps us return to balance, presence, and ease.
Sauna & Hot Tub Relaxation
Soothing heat and warm water therapy for deep release and renewal.
Why we need it: The body holds tension and toxins — warmth allows muscles to let go, circulation to improve, and the mind to truly rest.
Sound Healing Journey
Sacred vibrations and frequencies wash through the body and mind, guiding you into deep peace.
Why we need it: Our nervous systems are often overstimulated — sound healing helps reset energy, reduce anxiety, and restore inner harmony.
Organic Lunch & Dinner Meals
Freshly prepared meals with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, filled with local, organic ingredients.
Why we need it: What we eat shapes our energy — nourishing meals fuel body and spirit with clarity and vitality.
Snacks & Drinks available all day to keep you comforted and cared for.
Nature Connection
Free time to walk the forest trails, rest by the lake, or sit quietly in peaceful spaces.
Why we need it: Nature is medicine — stepping outside quiets the mind, lowers stress, and reminds us of our place in the greater whole.
What Makes This Retreat Special
A peaceful sanctuary tucked away in nature, just 45 minutes from the Twin Cities.
A chance to slow down and give your body the care it deserves.
Gentle practices that are suitable for all levels — no prior yoga or reflexology experience needed.
Community connection — share meals, laughter, and meaningful moments with like-hearted people.
Take home not just memories, but a renewed sense of energy, balance, and inner calm.
Choose Your Experience
Day Retreat
Saturday, February 7, 2026 | 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m : $240
Day Retreat + Overnight Stay with Bed & Breakfast
Saturday, February 7 – Sunday, February 8, 2026 (checkout at 12:00 p.m.) : $350
Winter Cozy Retreat - 2
Winter Cozy Retreat
A warm and peaceful winter retreat designed to calm your nervous system, reconnect you with nature, and nourish your body and heart through yoga, art, sound, and stillness.
This retreat is an overnight retreat only, offering a full two-day experience of rest, healing, and winter coziness.
Check-in + Meet & Greet
Warm tea, gentle music, and a soft invitation to arrive, settle, and connect. 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Cyclic Yoga for Calming the Nervous System 1:00 p.m.
A grounding, soothing practice that releases tension and brings your body into balance.
Nourishing Organic Lunch
Followed by a comforting tour of the house and its sacred winter spaces. 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Nature Time
A quiet winter walk to touch the stillness of the season
breathe the cold crisp air, listen to the silence,
and let nature teach you how to slow down, soften, and come home to yourself.
3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Mosaic Art Workshop
A cozy creative experience, making something beautiful with your hands, guided by warmth, presence, and winter inspiration. 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Sound Healing Session
Vibrations, frequencies, deep rest, and winter serenity to soothe the nervous system. 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Winter Dinner
Nourishing seasonal flavors with the best Mediterranean-style warmth for a cozy winter evening.
Evening
Sauna & Hot Tub
A warm, glowing winter setup for deep relaxation and a truly cozy nighttime experience.
Sunday, December 7th 8:00 – 9:30 a.m.
Chakra Balancing Yoga
with Cyclic Yoga 10:00 a.m.
Winter Brunch 11:30 a.m.
Closing + Checkout
Optional Add-On Healing Sessions
Optional Add-On Healing Sessions
Deep Tissue Oil Massage
A deeply relaxing full-body oil massage with gentle deep-tissue techniques.
Designed to release tightness, melt tension, and nourish the nervous system
a beautiful, grounding winter experience.
Invest in yourself: $110
Chakra Reading & Chakra Balancing
with Sound, Aroma, and Reiki
A one-on-one healing session supporting emotional balance, energetic alignment, and deep relaxation.
This personalized treatment includes:
Chakra reading - Sound healing - Aromatherapy - Reiki energy work - Gentle intuitive balancing
A calming, restorative session designed to bring harmony to your body, mind, and energy.
Invest in yourself: $79
What We Provide
Towels & robes for sauna/hot tub
Nourishing meals
Yoga mats & blankets
Cozy supplies & all retreat materials
Sound & Snow: Winter Series
Session One — Deep Wintering
Hosted by Lake Osceola Retreat & Rootstock Herbals
Step into the stillness of mid-winter with a grounding, heart-softening gathering that blends nature, sound, and herbal wellness.
Invest in yourself: $89
What’s Included:
Winter Foraging Walk
Gather natural materials from the land to create your own nature-inspired art.
Drum Circle
Connect with rhythm and vibration under the winter trees.
Herbal Tea Blend (Make & Take)
Craft a nourishing winter herbal tea to take home for deep comfort.
What to Bring
Good hiking boots
Warm clothes for spending time in nature
That’s it just dress warm and come ready to enjoy winter’s beauty.
This is part of our monthly Sound & Snow series, with a new theme and experience each month.
Please check our event calendar for upcoming dates and gatherings in this series.
Open to all. Bring your curiosity, your breath, and your willingness to receive.
The Seven Trails Seeker | Free (December)
At Lake Osceola Retreat, we gather as women who believe that peace, healing, and joy can begin with something as simple as walking together in nature.
Winter Cozy Retreat ❌Full❌
Winter Cozy Retreat
A warm and peaceful winter retreat designed to calm your nervous system, reconnect you with nature, and nourish your body and heart through yoga, art, sound, and stillness.
This retreat is an overnight retreat only, offering a full two-day experience of rest, healing, and winter coziness.
Check-in + Meet & Greet
Warm tea, gentle music, and a soft invitation to arrive, settle, and connect. 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Cyclic Yoga for Calming the Nervous System 1:00 p.m.
A grounding, soothing practice that releases tension and brings your body into balance.
Nourishing Organic Lunch
Followed by a comforting tour of the house and its sacred winter spaces. 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Nature Time
A quiet winter walk to touch the stillness of the season
breathe the cold crisp air, listen to the silence,
and let nature teach you how to slow down, soften, and come home to yourself.
3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Mosaic Art Workshop
A cozy creative experience, making something beautiful with your hands, guided by warmth, presence, and winter inspiration. 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Sound Healing Session
Vibrations, frequencies, deep rest, and winter serenity to soothe the nervous system. 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Winter Dinner
Nourishing seasonal flavors with the best Mediterranean-style warmth for a cozy winter evening.
Evening
Sauna & Hot Tub
A warm, glowing winter setup for deep relaxation and a truly cozy nighttime experience.
Sunday, December 7th 8:00 – 9:30 a.m.
Chakra Balancing Yoga
with Cyclic Yoga 10:00 a.m.
Winter Brunch 11:30 a.m.
Closing + Checkout
Optional Add-On Healing Sessions
Optional Add-On Healing Sessions
Deep Tissue Oil Massage
A deeply relaxing full-body oil massage with gentle deep-tissue techniques.
Designed to release tightness, melt tension, and nourish the nervous system
a beautiful, grounding winter experience.
Invest in yourself: $110
Chakra Reading & Chakra Balancing
with Sound, Aroma, and Reiki
A one-on-one healing session supporting emotional balance, energetic alignment, and deep relaxation.
This personalized treatment includes:
Chakra reading - Sound healing - Aromatherapy - Reiki energy work - Gentle intuitive balancing
A calming, restorative session designed to bring harmony to your body, mind, and energy.
Invest in yourself: $79
What We Provide
Towels & robes for sauna/hot tub
Nourishing meals
Yoga mats & blankets
Cozy supplies & all retreat materials
What to Bring ? Your personal items and a swimsuit for the hot tub.
❌Full❌
Yoga & Ayurveda Overnight Retreat ⛔️Full⛔️
Yoga & Ayurveda Overnight Retreat
Step away from the busyness of life and immerse yourself in a weekend of Ayurveda, yoga, sound, and deep rest. Surrounded by nature, this overnight retreat is designed to restore your nervous system, balance your energy, and help you reconnect with your true self.
Retreat Highlights
Opening Yoga & Relaxation with Elham – gentle therapeutic yoga to arrive and release stress
Ayurvedic Mini Consultation & Doshic Reading with Leah Moss (Simply Veda) – discover your unique constitution through pulse reading and tongue analysis
Learn Ayurveda’s Ancient Wisdom – how the elements shape your body, mind, and spirit
Sound Bath Healing with Elham – vibration and sound to calm the nervous system
Delicious Ayurvedic Dinner together
Evening Sauna & Hot Tub under the stars
Overnight Stay in a private cozy retreat room
Morning Yoga & Meditation on Sunday
Nourishing Brunch before departure at 11:30–12:00
Optional Ayurvedic Shirodhara Appointment
Shirodhara Treatment for Women
Treat yourself to this blissful, therapeutic, and rejuvenating treatment. This ancient Ayurvedic body treatment rejuvenates the entire nervous system, creating calm, peace, and deep relaxation. Herbalized Oil, warmed to just above body temperature, is streamed onto the third eye and across the forehead. Move into deeper levels of consciousness as this steady stream of oil glides slowly across the forehead in a pattern that mimics brain wave movement. A blissful Marma (energy center) point release and massage of the feet, face, and head precede the oil stream to prepare and ground the body and mind, as well as release and move stagnant energy.
Enhance your retreat with a 60-minute Shirodhara session ($110 add-on).
This ancient Ayurvedic treatment streams warm, herbalized oil gently across the forehead, soothing the nervous system, calming anxiety, improving sleep, and nourishing hair, skin, and scalp.
Meet Your Retreat Leaders
Elham Ayoubi Jalali
Founder of Lake Osceola Retreat | Certified Yoga Teacher (Cyclic Yoga International) | Psychologist & Therapeutic Yoga Guide
Elham creates nurturing spaces where body, mind, and spirit can come back into balance. With her background in psychology and yoga, she guides therapeutic and cyclic yoga, relaxation practices, and sound baths that help retreaters release stress and reconnect with peace.
Leah Moss (Simply Veda)
Board-Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner | Women’s Health & Nervous System Healing Specialist
Leah, founder of Simply Veda, brings the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda into modern life. With her expertise in dosha balancing, pulse reading, tongue analysis, and women’s health, she helps retreat participants discover their unique constitution and learn how to thrive in harmony. She will guide you in understanding your dosha and offer the optional Shirodhara treatment for deep rejuvenation.
What Is Ayurveda?
Ayurveda is an ancient system of natural healing that originated in India over 5,000 years ago. The word itself means “science of life.” It teaches us that true health comes from living in harmony with nature—by balancing the body, mind, and spirit.
At its core, Ayurveda recognizes that each person is unique. It uses the five elements—Ether, Air, Fire, Water, and Earth—to understand your body’s natural tendencies and guide you toward balance through personalized diet, lifestyle, and daily routines.
Why It Matters Today
In our fast-paced, modern world, stress, poor sleep, processed foods, and digital overload can throw us off balance. Ayurveda offers timeless tools to:
Prevent illness before it starts
Restore energy and vitality naturally
Support mental clarity and emotional wellbeing
Personalize care based on your unique body type (dosha)
It’s not just ancient wisdom—it’s a roadmap for thriving in today’s world.
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Discover your unique body–mind constitution through the lens of Ayurveda’s elemental wisdom. In this mini consultation, you’ll uncover how the five elements—Ether, Air, Fire, Water, and Earth—express themselves within you, shaping your physical, emotional, and mental tendencies.
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Identify your personal doshic type (Vata, Pitta, Kapha) and understand its influence on your health and wellbeing
Recognize early signs of imbalance and restore harmony with ease
Apply tailored dietary and lifestyle practices to support your constitution
Embrace ancient, time-tested tools to cultivate vibrant health and inner balance
This session is a gentle yet powerful introduction to Ayurveda’s transformative approach—designed to help you reconnect with your natural rhythms and live in alignment with your true nature. Each session includes a pulse reading and tongue analysis.
Fall Herbal Wellness Workshop ⛔️Full⛔️
Fall Herbal Wellness Workshop
Nourish your body, calm your mind, and celebrate peak fall
Join us for an immersive afternoon that blends hands-on herbal wisdom with gentle movement and restorative sound. Together we’ll craft Fire Cider, take a guided plant walk under autumn colors, enjoy a rejuvenating yoga session, and relax into sound healing with warming tea and seasonal snacks.
What’s included
Fire Cider Workshop (Make & Take): Learn the tradition, ingredients, benefits, and safe use—then mix your own jar to take home. All core ingredients provided.
Guided Plant Walk: Meet local fall plants, learn simple identification and respectful harvesting/uses.
Rejuvenating Yoga: Gentle, fascia-friendly practice to open the body and boost circulation (beginner-friendly).
Sound Healing: Deep rest with harmonious tones to settle the nervous system.
Tea & Snacks: Seasonal herbal tea and light, nourishing bites.
Schedule (1:00–6:00 PM)
1:00 Welcome tea & intentions
1:15 Fire Cider: demo, safety, benefits + make & take
2:30 Plant Walk (easy pace; forest & meadow edges)
3:45 Tea break & seasonal snacks
4:15 Rejuvenating Yoga (all levels)
5:00 Sound Healing & closing circle
6:00 Goodbye with good vibes (and your Fire Cider!)
What to bring
Comfortable layers for indoor/outdoor time, closed-toe shoes for the walk
Yoga mat, water bottle, and a light blanket or shawl for sound healing
Optional: a clean quart jar with lid for your Fire Cider (we’ll have jars on hand, too)
Walking the Path to Your Best Life
Walking the Path to Your Best Life
A Weekend Retreat of Self Discovery and Empowerment September 12–14, 2025
Join us for a powerful and heart opening weekend of practice, contemplation, and connection designed to awaken your inner wisdom and affirm your most authentic, joyful path in life.
This retreat is an invitation to step more fully into who you are. It’s about self discovery, empowerment, authenticity, and growth. We are all unique, and one of the greatest gifts we can give the world is to become more fully ourselves and offer that truth with love.
Surrounded by the beauty of nature, we will move, reflect, express, and simply be in community, with purpose, and in peace.
Meet Our Guest Author & Teacher: Jean Jyotika Skeels
We are honored to welcome Jean Jyotika Skeels as our featured guest and guide during this retreat.
Jean is a death doula, life coach, yoga teacher, writer, and mother, who has spent over two decades creating transformational spaces for healing, self-inquiry, and soulful living. Her work is rooted in compassion, truth, and the belief that we all carry deep wisdom within.
On Saturday, Jean will lead a powerful, heart-centered experience inspired by her book:
“Before You Go” a poetic and thoughtful guide to living fully, letting go gracefully, and embracing the present with awareness.
This special session will weave together conversation, reflection, gentle practice, and creative expression inviting you to explore your life with deeper clarity, presence, and courage.
What Awaits You
Throughout the weekend, you’ll be supported by a nourishing blend of movement, rest, reflection, nature, and creativity all offered in a welcoming and peaceful environment.
Yoga : Ground your body, move with awareness, and reconnect with breath and presence. These sessions offer release, alignment, and restoration.
Meditation & Yoga Nidra : Settle into stillness through guided breathwork and deep relaxation. These practices help calm the nervous system and bring clarity to the mind.
Journaling : Tap into your inner voice through gentle writing prompts and self-inquiry—discovering wisdom, truth, and space within.
Yoga Dance : Joyful and expressive movement that invites freedom, play, and emotional release no choreography, just connection to the rhythm of your being.
Sound Healing : Let waves of sound carry you inward. Through bowls, chimes, and vibration, you’ll experience a deep sense of balance and energetic renewal.
Art & Music Expression Stations : Paint, play, or simply explore our open creative space invites you to express yourself through color, sound, and spontaneous inspiration. No experience needed.
Kayaking & Paddleboarding : Drift gently across still waters, held by the rhythm of nature. These moments on the lake offer calm, perspective, and joy..
Forest Meditation & Nature Immersion
Walk slowly, breathe deeply, and listen to the quiet wisdom of the trees, the breeze, and the stillness of the land.
Guided Hikes Around Our Private Lake
Peaceful trails await you offering a chance to move with intention, reflect in silence, or connect with others surrounded by natural beauty.
Nourishing Persian-Mediterranean Meals
Enjoy delicious, colorful meals prepared with organic, local ingredients. Each dish is crafted with love to nourish body and soul.
Retreat Schedule
Check-in: Friday, September 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Full Retreat Day (featuring Jean’s workshop): Saturday, September 13, 2025
Check-out: Sunday, September 14, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Come walk with us.
Come rest, move, listen, and reawaken the path that is already yours
Walking the Path to Your Best Life.
New energy, new light - Lake Osceola yoga & meditation retreat.
NEW ENERGY, NEW LIGHT - LAKE OSCEOLA YOGA AND MEDITATION RETREAT
Escape the everyday and discover your inner sanctuary at Lake Osceola Retreat Center. Join us from June 27th to June 29th for a rejuvenating yoga and meditation retreat with Carrie Your Yogi. This transformative weekend is designed to deepen your yoga practice, cultivate inner awareness, and empower you to gracefully navigate life's changes.
This rejuvenating retreat includes
Twice Daily Yoga Sessions: Engage in dynamic and restorative sequences tailored to harmonize your body and mind.
Daily Meditation: Explore mindfulness techniques that anchor you in the present and enhance self-awareness.
Inspiring Vision Board Workshop: Create an inspiring vision board that will ignite your creativity, help you articulate your dreams, and empower you to set clear intentions for personal growth and transformation.
Aromatherapy & Astrology: Receive an aromatherapy/astrological consultation by Gloria, an aromatherapist and astrologer who blends the healing power of essential oils with astrological insights to create a personalized wellness experience tailored just for you.
Soundbath Healing: Experience the soothing vibrations of our soundbath healing sessions, designed to harmonize your energy and contribute to your overall well-being.
Fresh Mediterranean Cuisine: Dine on meals crafted to delight your palate and support your wellness journey, offering a perfect blend of taste and nourishment.
Sauna and Hot Tub: Experience the healing effects of the rejuvenating sauna and soothing hot tub, designed to detoxify your body, relax your muscles, and elevate your overall well-being.
Serene Surroundings: Immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of Lake Osceola, creating the perfect backdrop for reflection and renewal.
In today's fast-paced world, finding moments of stillness and contemplation can be a challenge. Many individuals struggle to balance the demands of their daily lives with the need for personal reflection and self-care.
We will incorporate practices, including yoga, mindfulness meditation, soundbath, journaling, vision boards, painting, drawing, dancing, mandalas, and forest bathing into our retreat routine to provide essential benefits to our emotional well-being. These practices encourage individuals to connect with themselves, fostering resilience and a deeper understanding of their experiences
Reserve your spot today and embark on a transformative journey to strengthen your inner foundation and embrace the flow of life. With two price points, for a total cost of $815 or $975, depending on room choice. This experience includes all meals, rooms, and daily healing practices, including access to the sauna and hot tub. A $400 deposit is required to secure your spot before May 16th, with the balance due by June 20th.
A Day Retreat For Teachers
You give so much - now it’s your turn to receive. Join us for a soul-nourishing day designed just for teachers to rest, recharge, and reconnect.
Retreat Includes
Gentle Yoga & Guided Meditation
Peaceful Kayaking on the Lake
Scenic Hiking Trails
Sound healing
Delicious, Nourishing Lunch
Connection & Community
Time to Breathe
Come as you are. Leave refreshed
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Solstice Yoga Fest
Solstice Yoga Fest | June 21st
Celebrate the Sun, the Summer, and the Joy of Being Together
Join us on June 21st for a full day of celebration as we welcome the arrival of summer with open hearts and open arms. From 10:30 AM to 6:00 PM, we gather in the beauty of nature — surrounded by the forest, beside the calm waters of the lake — to honor the longest and brightest day of the year.
Solstice Yoga Fest is more than an event; it is a gentle invitation to reconnect with yourself, others, and the living world around you. Throughout the day, we will share positive, heart-centered practices including yoga, mindfulness, meditation, and forest bathing. You will find yourself breathing with the trees, resting by the water, moving gently with the wind, and feeling the healing presence of community.
In this sacred circle, you will not only practice but also connect — with kindred spirits, with nature, and with the simple joys of life. We will share a lovingly prepared vegetarian lunch, with additional options available to honor all dietary needs. Every bite will be made with care, nourishment, and love. Local vendors will also join us, bringing handmade creations, wellness offerings, and gifts to share and inspire.
As the sun travels its highest path in the sky, we will be guided through sound healing, meditative journeys, and soulful practices to deepen our sense of unity and belonging. This day is a celebration — of life, of the sun, of summer, and of the precious gift of gathering.
Come as you are. Breathe, move, rest, and simply be. Together, we will celebrate the light within and around us.
I just got back from a yoga retreat with Elham and Hossein and though I’m a big introvert and was a little anxious to make small talk with the hosts, I had nothing to worry about. We didn’t have small talk, we had BIG talk, and as an introvert on a personal journey of figuring out what I want from life, it was perfect. These two are so passionate and full of life that you feel a connection to them right away.We did mosaic art with Hossein on this retreat, which I didn’t think I would enjoy as much as I did. And he loves it so much, that you can’t help but to start loving it yourself.Elham’s yoga sessions were luxurious. :chef-kiss:. Elham’s yoga is like a deep cleansing for your soul. You just feel so refreshed when you’re done. Like a new person. Very meditative and centering, which is just what I needed.And the food, y’all!! I’m ordering a Persian cookbook tonight. So delicious!Their home and the scenery is beautiful, but the real gem is these lovely hosts. I wanted to stay longer and claim them as my friends. Very good for my soul.
— Patty M
What a beautiful place! From the moment you arrive and drive down the wooded driveway, to seeing the private lake and gorgeous house you feel at peace. The hosts are so welcoming. The house feels energetically clear and well loved. The entire day of doing our yoga sessions, walking in the woods and wonderful meals was what I needed to revive myself. My love to this group!
Heather P.
