Spring Premiere Retreat - March 23rd, 2025
The Polaris Spring Premiere Retreat, hosted at FortWhyte Alive, was an extraordinary experience for those seeking deeper connection, personal growth, and renewal. Attendees stepped into a thoughtfully curated space where nature and inner exploration converged. With a grounding walk into the forest, symbolic meditation, and a focus on reflection and change, participants were invited to pause, reconnect, and embrace their personal journey.
A blend of introspection and community care, this retreat was designed to foster a sense of belonging, encourage new perspectives, and ignite the spark for positive change. In the company of like-minded women, we explored dominant and counter narratives, nourished our minds and souls, and nurtured our connection to self and others.
From the moment participants arrived, the setting was designed to support emotional and physical renewal. The natural surroundings became a co-facilitator, amplifying the impact of workshops and activities that focused on growth, change, and renewal. A symbolic planting activity served as a powerful reminder of the seeds we plant in our lives, and the importance of nurturing them with intention.
The retreat also offered opportunities for connection with others—both in silence and through storytelling. Attendees reflected on their internal patterns, gaining clarity and feeling inspired to embark on meaningful changes in their lives.
The Spring Premiere Retreat was a celebration of new beginnings and personal transformation. In tune with the season of renewal, the retreat offered an experience of fresh air, fresh perspectives, introspection, and creative energy. We planted the seeds of future change, and acknowledged the change already happening within us. The retreat's structure encouraged a natural flow of experiencing, reflection, and connection, with each activity designed to awaken new possibilities for growth and transformation. The structured yet flexible flow allowed each person to engage in a way that felt natural and aligned with her own path.
Feedback from the retreat was overwhelmingly positive, with 93% of participants rating their overall experience 5/5. Many attendees shared that they left feeling more connected to themselves, inspired for change, and deeply relaxed.
