Luminous

Steep yourself in wisdom, creativity and grace, as you dedicate four days and nights to savoring and celebrating the radiant energy of Summer in the beautiful North woods.

Magical Summer Awaits!

Wednesday, June 25th - Sunday, June 29Th, 2025

McGrath, MN

Picture yourself stepping into the forest, where the air is crisp, nature’s sounds embrace you, and time slows to a gentle pace. Our summer retreat isn’t just a chance to unwind—it’s an opportunity to call in your most luminous self. This experience invites you to go beyond relaxation and unlock a deeper connection to your inner wisdom, creativity, and grace.

As you walk among the trees or gather around the fire, the layers of stress will naturally fall away, making space for a clearer sense of purpose. Through moments of reflection, mindful practices, and the quiet guidance of nature, you’ll discover new ways to align with your truest self. Each experience—whether a peaceful meditation or a meaningful conversation—offers insights that amplify the voice of your inner wise woman, cultivate your creativity, and nurture the grace you carry within.

In this sacred space, you’re invited to be fully yourself, exploring what it means to live with clarity and intention. And when you return home, you’ll carry more than just a sense of refreshment—you’ll be empowered, with a deeper understanding of how to live a life that feels truly aligned, radiant, and fulfilling.

Four nights and five days of community, connection, self exploration and decompression in peaceful,

North - central Minnesota.

Wednesday, June 25th - Sunday, June 29Th

McGrath, MN

The Experience

This year we’re helping you call in your most luminous self by offering workshops and activities that amplify the voice of your inner wise woman, cultivate your creativity, and nurture grace in every aspect of your life.
The early weeks of Summer, just after the Solstice are a time when we can be fully awake. Our spirits come alive: refreshed, renewed, energized; all that good, juicy, rich stuff we feel in the sun. A time to explore new things and connect with others. A time to celebrate. A time to step into and share your beautiful and unique gifts.
Our Summer Sangha Retreat offers a chance to do all of these things in an authentic way that leaves lots of space for you to reconnect with nature and yourself.
Your journey begins the moment you commit to joining us. You’ll enjoy a few special gifts along the way to help you feel connected to our group even before you set foot in our shared space in June. Gifts include meditations, playlists, accessible wellness tips and more in your inbox.
On site, we’ll begin and end each day with community activities.
In addition you can choose from a variety of possible experiences including:
Nature Walks
Swimming
Creative Projects
Educational Workshops
Private Reiki Sessions
Private massage sessions
In short, your time on retreat will be unique to you. You’ll choose the perfect speed.

sharing our unique gifts can be incredibly nourishing. If you would like to shine your light by sharing a special talent or skill during the retreat, please contact Kandice at sanghayogaandwellness@gmail.com or via our contact page.

The space

We’re honored to be able to invite you to join us on land that has been dedicated to simple spirituality and personal healing for over three decades. The space was the result of a dream shared by three Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet. They recognized how important it is for individuals living in a modern, fast paced society(that’s us) to be able to retreat to a quiet, nurturing place to replenish the soul and deepen their connection with self, nature, each other, and the universe.
What began as a single building on 120 acres has be grown by many loving hands into the community of beautiful, cozy cabins and loved filled natural space that it is today.
You’ll feel the something special the moment you set foot in the center of the main circle. There energy pulsing through this land is remarkable. We can’t wait for you to feel it and add to it.

The Food

What and how we eat fuels how we move through the world. There’s something extra nourishing about eating delicious high vibe food with other in a relaxing positive environment. Our time together will fill your body with the nutrition that supports a healthy body and mind, and satisfies your soul. Every family style meal will be full of fresh delicious foods designed to nourish your body and elevate your energy.
Meals will be vegan friendly. Our gluten free participants will have ample options. There will be dairy products available: fresh home made, greek style yogurt and butter. And all main dishes for meal will be prepared using vegan friendly milk and butter alternatives.
If you have any concerns regarding dietary restrictions please reach out, we’ll be happy to discuss options.
*sanghayogaandwellness@gmail.com* *or via our* *contact page*.

Accommodations

Our retreat space is **homey and heart-filled.** There are several cabins that each accommodate between three and twelve people. Each cabin provides modern amenities including full kitchens and and shared baths. Think grandma’s house - **humble and soulful** surrounded by 120 acres of Minnesota woods.
The indoor community space is full of plants and books related to all varieties of spirituality, philosophy, and wellness. With a few great fictional reads thrown in for good measure.
Our beautiful retreat is located just one hour and forty-five minutes north of Minneapolis and an hour and fifteen minutes southwest from Duluth. It’s the perfect drive to leave the world behind.
If you are in the Austin, MN area and are interested in being part of a ride share please message us at *sanghayogaandwellness@gmail.com* *or via our* *contact page*.

Schedule

More details will drop as the date approaches! You can be sure that everyday will be a juicy celebration of slowing down, stepping into power, and cultivating authenticity.

Although we do our best to stick to the plan, the schedule is subject to change as we get closer to the event. Things like weather, and unforeseen occurrences can affect the details. Don’t worry any change will be made in the spirit of enhancing your experience.

Wednesday
6pm - 7pm Registration/Arrival
8pm Welcome Ceremony & Cacao

Thursday, June 20th
8am Yoga
9am Breakfast
10:30am You - The Radiant Soul
12pm Lunch
1:30 - 4pm Free time: Papermaking, Water colors by the Swan Pond, Lounge in the meadow, Hike in the woods.
Option to add on a 30min massage or Reiki session - $30
5:00 pm Dinner
7:30 pm Sunset Soiree - An evening curated to create magical connections and filled with music, and mocktails.

Friday, June 21st
8am Yoga
9am Breakfast
10:30am Workshop
Lunch with option for off site excursion
1:30-4pm Free Time: Moon Phase Project, Water colors by the Swan Pond, Nature Walk.
Option to add on a 30min massage or Reiki session - $30
4:30pm Sound Healing
6:00pm Dinner
8pm Bonfire Shakti & Sound Healing

Saturday, June 22nd
8am Yoga
Breakfast
10:30am
12pm Lunch
1:30-4pm Free Time: Wild Flower Prints, Water colors by the Swan Pond, Music in the Meadow, Nature Walk. Option to add on a 30min massage or Reiki session - $30
4:30pm Workshop
6pm Dinner
8pm Ceremony

Sunday, June 23rd
8am Breakfast
9:30am Farewell Gathering
11am Depart

Scroll down to learn more about our facilitators and sponsors!

Ready to join the magic?

Here are your options!

In true cozy cabin fashion, all sleep options are shared bathroom.

Sister Sleep Large Group

This is hostel style sleeping with four to six twin beds or a bed in a lofted area.

Early Bird Pricing with 3 Month Payment Plan Now Available! Early bird pricing available for a very limited time, don’t wait to book. Prices will continue to rise as we get closer to our dates!

Please contact us with any questions before booking. All bookings are non refundable.

Sister Sleep Small Group

Shared private room with up to two other people

Early Bird Pricing with 3 Month Payment Plan Now Available! Early bird pricing available for a very limited time, don’t wait to book. Prices will continue to rise as we get closer to our dates!

Please contact us with any questions before booking. All bookings are non refundable.

Solo Sleep

Private Room Twin or Full Bed (larger size beds first come first serve

Early Bird Pricing with 3 Month Payment Plan Now Available! Early bird pricing available for a very limited time, don’t wait to book. Prices will continue to rise as we get closer to our dates!

Please contact us with any questions before booking. All bookings are non refundable.

Kandice Shaw

Anna Schmidt

Rebecca Sullivan

Jen Weibrand

Carley Carranza

Jade Krueger

Chelle Bentzin

Important Info

This is an adults only retreat
We ask that you plan to be fully present during the retreat by abstaining from drugs and alcohol.
By abstaining from mind altering substances we are able to learn more about our authentic selves and our current state.
A packing list will be provided closer to the event to help you prepare
The first community building add-ons will be released in January

All purchases are non refundable. In the event you need to cancel, you will receive partial credit to use toward future U.S based destination retreats or Yoga Teacher Training. Funds must be applied within 2 years of cancellation

Credit policy is as follows

5 months or more prior to event date - 60% of collected funds credited to apply to future event
3 - 5 Months prior to event date - 30% of collected funds credited to apply to future event
1 - 3 Months prior to event date - 10% of collected funds credited to apply to future event
Less than 1 month prior to event date - 5% of collected funds credited to apply to future event

We are so grateful for our Sponsors!

Our sponsors help us to make the Summer Solstice Retreat extra special. Take a little time to check them out and support them any way you can. Interested in Becoming a sponsor? Contact us here.

Crown Sponsors

Our crown sponsors have a special role in creating the Solstice experience. They join us on site to offer workshops and support and contribute to special daily prizes and swag bags. Thank you Crown Sponsors!