Reignite your passion and purpose in the BEING AT PEACE with our transformative retreat.... Get More Details
Join Olga Campora for an early weekend September 26 through 28th (Thursday through Saturday) for an autumn “BEING at Peace and in Harmony with Yourself" retreat at the beautiful Blue Mountain Retreat Center in Knoxville, MD.
Welcome to the "Being at Peace and in Harmony with Yourself Retreat," where our primary goal is to help you find internal peace and cultivate a personal sense of calm. Here, the focus shifts from "what do I need to do to be at peace?" to "Who do I need to be to find peace within myself?" Our retreat offers a gentle and joyful gateway to inner transformation, encouraging an internal shift through the practice of kindness, compassion, and self-forgiveness. You will leave our retreat feeling lighter and more at peace in your heart.
In this retreat, you will...
Discover Profound Peace
Relieve Muscle Tension and Reduce Stress
Restore Your Inner Harmony and Radiance
Transform from Within: Expand and Experience Renewal.
An early weekend like this offers a valuable chance to step back from the routine demands of work, family, and other responsibilities. It's an ideal time to engage deeply with your physical, mental, and emotional well-being, fostering personal growth and transformative self-care.
Location:
Blue Mountain Retreat Center
1032 Hoffmaster Rd Knoxville Maryland USA 21758
Blue Mountain is convenient to both Washington, DC and Baltimore, MD – about 75 minutes total driving time – yet, after you arrive and settle in, you will feel like you have been transported to the middle of the forest. The secret is the 27 acres of mostly wooded land, just a mile downhill to the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers and the C & O Canal. The surrounding woods and water make for a peaceful winter getaway.
If the weather cooperates, you can take a hike on the nearby Appalachian Trail or go next door for a horseback ride. Cozy up to one of the fireplaces, or connect with Blue Mountain owner Beth Ehrhardt, a licensed massage therapist, for some relaxing body work.
The retreat center shares 27 acres of property with Ehrhardt Organic Farm, which has been selling high quality, organic berries, vegetables, herbs and flowers to restaurants, at farmer’s markets and through their CSA (community-supported agriculture) since 1981. Beth prepares delicious, organic home-cooked meals, sourced from her farm as much as possible, to retreat participants. Vegan and gluten-free options are available.
Therapeutic massage appointments are available on-site by a licensed massage therapist upon request. Massage cost is $85/hour. (Appointments made and charged separately).
Registration includes 3 days/2 nights filled with Yoga, Meditation, Fireside Chats, Relaxation, Outdoor Walking, Companionship, and Great Food. The retreat features group classes specifically designed to help you find internal peace and cultivate a personal sense of calm, transitioning from asking "What do I need to do to be at peace?" to exploring "Who do I need to be to find peace within myself?"
The retreat serves as a gentle and joyful gateway to inner transformation, promoting an internal shift through the practice of kindness, compassion, and self-forgiveness. You will leave our retreat feeling lighter and more at peace within your heart.
Register as soon as the registration date opens to guarantee your spot.
DAILY SCHEDULE
The daily schedule shows what the rhythm of your stay will be like. Besides doing yoga, meditation and participating in program sessions, you will have plenty of time to enjoy meals, nature walks and companionship.
THURSDAY September 26th ARRIVAL DAY)
2-3:30 PM: Arrival
4 PM Welcome and Opening Remarks
4:30-6:00 PM: Hatha Yoga Class To Soothe Your Back
6 PM. Setting Intention for the Retreat
6:30 PM: Organic, home cooked dinner
8:00-9:30 PM: EVENING PROGRAM SESSION
9:30 - 10:00 PM Get To Know You Evening of Fun
10:30 PM: Lights out/ quiet time
Evening sessions will start when dinner clean-up is done. We ask that you respect quiet time in the bedroom after 10:30 PM, and if conversing in the living room/kitchen area, please keep your voices down so as not to disturb people in nearby rooms.
FRIDAY, Septmeber 27th
7:30 -8:30 AM "Awaken Body and Mind" Yoga Class
8:45 AM: Breakfast
9:30 AM PROGRAM SESSION
12:00 PM: Organic home cooked lunch
3:30- 5:30 PM PROGRAM SESSION
5:30-6:30 PM Gentle Yoga To Balance Your Nervous System
6:30 PM: Organic, home cooked dinner
8:00 PM: EVENING PROGRAM {outdoors by a fireplace --if weather permits]
10:30 PM: Lights out
SATURDAY, September 28th
7:30-8:30 AM: Happy Joints Morning Yoga Class
8:45 AM: Breakfast
9:30 AM Program Session
11:30 AM Closing Ceremony
12:30 PM: Lunch, clean up, pack up, departure after lunch
OTHER DETAILS:
Bring your own yoga equipment, [ yoga mat, 2-3 blankets, yoga belt, 2 yoga blocks]. If you own a bolster, please bring it.
Open to all levels.
Registration Deposit to secure your spot is open now.
[Please, know that you will be sharing a room with 1-3 other participants of the same gender --the retreat participants.]
The price is inclusive of meals and linens (including towels).
– I don’t want to share a room, what do I do?
Register ASAP. There are only 2 Private Rooms, and they go fast every year. If you are open at all to sharing a room, the retreat participants tend to be quiet, and respectful, and it’s only 2 nights! There are white noise machines in each of the rooms.
– I’ve got food allergies and / or specific food needs. Will I be hungry?
Definitely not! You’ll be in heaven. Because all food is made on site and made specifically for our group, we can accommodate almost any needs / gluten or grain free / vegan, and more). Please be in touch with me directly if you have any questions. I’d be happy to have you participate in planning the meals.
– Can I bring my spouse / family to simply stay onsite with me?
Feel free to reach out and ask about your unique circumstances, but right now, this is only possible only if each person staying on site is registered for the retreat and paying for the full retreat. Note: all beds are twin beds, the private rooms are designed for 1 person
– I feel out of shape, will I be able to keep up?
Yes, you’ve got this. The retreat will include a morning yoga class and an afternoon class, both nurturing and suitable for all fitness levels, along with walks (weather permitting). Participate as much or as little as you like, and support those who take a more vigorous approach."
