“I believe everyone deserves to experience the Back to Balance retreat. Eat well, expand your mind, move your body, nourish your soul, spend time in nature. You deserve this! Being a human is hard. There’s no shame in needing a little self-care.”
Autumn is the ideal season to reflect, nourish and bring yourself back to balance.
Back to Balance is a thoughtfully curated fall retreat designed to help you slow down, reset, and reconnect with what actually nourishes you. Over a weekend, you’ll move through a balanced blend of energizing flows and deeply restorative yin yoga, grounding meditation practices, time in nature, and moments of real rest. This retreat is about meeting yourself where you are—whether you’re feeling burnt out, disconnected, or simply craving space to breathe and be cared for.
Held at the beautiful Centre de Vie in the hills of Quebec’s Outaouais region, you’ll enjoy nourishing vegetarian meals, cozy accommodations, guided hikes, sauna sessions, and intentional group experiences—all within a small group setting that allows for personal attention and ease. Expect a rhythm that feels supportive rather than packed, with plenty of time to read, reflect, connect, or do absolutely nothing at all. You’ll leave feeling steadier, clearer, and more balanced—filled up in a way that lasts well beyond the weekend.
“This weekend away was a soul-pleasing balance of movement and peacefulness. The setting of Ripon, Quebec is pure magic, and Cat’s thoughtful and caring attention to detail created a perfect respite from the hustle-bustle of “real” life.”
“I absolutely loved this retreat. Was my first yoga retreat ever and I am so glad I pushed through my fears and went. Arrived exhausted and stress. And malnourished. And left feeling rejuvenated, nourished, connected and alive.”
Investment and Accommodations per person:
$879 Two person room with shared bathroom (per person)
$999 Two person room with private bathroom (per person) <Only one available>
$1079 Single room with shared bathroom
$1199 Single room with private bathroom <Only one available>
A non-refundable deposit (deducted from total) of $300 to Unroll the Mat is required for booking
Includes:
3 days, 2 nights at the magical Centre de Vie (choose your room type)
6 delicious vegetarian meals (gluten-free and vegan options available)
4 curated yoga classes in a spacious restored heated barn
2 meditation + breathing + journalling sessions
essential oil aromatherapy
therapeutic sauna sessions in a unique circular space
guided hiking on private trails
interactive group activity/workshop
Not Included: transportation to retreat | massage (available onsite, please book in advance) | items from the boutique | alcohol (you’re welcome to bring your own)
Cancellation Policy: See all of the Fine Print details here
“Very well-organized weekend. Just the right balance of activities and personal time. Learned a lot from the attendees, very inspiring.”
Weekend Itinerary:
Friday
3pm onwards - arrive and check-in
free time to explore the grounds, settle in, read, use the sauna
4pm - opening circle
5:30pm - dinner
7pm - yin + yoga nidra (90 min)
9pm - moon gazing at the outdoor fire
Saturday
7am - meditation + breathing + journaling
7:30am - breakfast (in sacred silence)
9am - mobility + flow yoga (75 min)
11am - group hike
12:30pm - lunch
free time to read, use the sauna or get a massage
4:30pm - restorative yin + aroma (90 min)
6pm - dinner
7:30pm - group activity/workshop
Sunday
7am - meditation + breathing + journaling
7:30am - breakfast
8:30am - group hike
10am - sauna session
11am - slow flow yoga (75 min)
12:30pm - lunch
1pm - free time to read, use the sauna
3pm - check out
“Cat plans the most magical retreats. This retreat in particular was the perfect opportunity to getaway from the noise and busyness of the city and spend some quality time in nature. The asana practices were powerful and encouraged stillness and mindfulness. I would highly recommend to anyone who wants to tune in and reconnect with the inner self.”