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- MACHU PICHU
- BALI

 

"It would be so easy to stay and curl up into this womb you offer here" Ellen

"There are no words that can REALLY describe what these three days have meant to us. Thank you for welcoming a couple of lost souls to find their spirit again. Thank you for the serenity, the simplicity, the quiet." Tara and Rob

 

We have gathered many of the favourite retreat activities of our guests into the six programs packages below. You can enjoy them over 2 or 3 days, or longer. And you can enhance the programs with additional options described below in our silver and gold program levels.

Turning Burnout Around

Flexibility. We encourage you to ask about any changes, substitutions or additions you may wish to put together for the experience you are seeking. Our programs will be entirely responsive to your preferences with respect to balancing their various elements with your personal rhythms and priorities. In addition our range of complimentary services and special features are available to supplement your program.

Accommodation. Accommodation is arranged independently of your retreat program package to enable you to be accompanied by a friend or partner if you wish, in the space that suits you best. Your guest will also have full access to the complimentary services and features of Serenity. Additional charges will apply for any sessional retreat activities your friend or partner may choose to experience. (Contact us for details.)

Program Prices. Prices are listed below for 2 or 3 night retreat programs, and single or double occupancy. Note reduced rates apply in Winter Season.

BODY MIND AND SPIRIT

BODY
SOME BODY!
Nurture and Enliven Your Body
 
 

Rediscover the gifts and pleasures that your body holds for you! If you have been too long at your desk or computer, or if your body is feeling neglected and aching for space and relaxation, this two or three night package is for you! Includes Deluxe Relaxation session (featuring our own Core Relaxation Massage developed here at Serenity); morning yoga sessions with a personalised focus on stretching, and work with fit-balls, and a crystal toning session. During the day enjoy sensory awakening exercise with Shera, and learn our techniques to resist the build up of stress in your back, neck and shoulders. You will return home rejuvenated, with new techniques to help maintain the changes you will feel. $225 (approx US$175)

Silver - Add a 1½ hour session of Reiki. $75 (approx $US 58) 
Gold - Enjoy 2 hours of creative self discovery with Shera. $140 (approx $US 110)
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MIND
CHANGE AND CHOICES
Dealing Creatively with Change
 
 

Can you feel a change coming? Are you ready to improve your ability to manage the changing state of your work world, relationships or lifestyle? This 3 day retreat package will help you clarify the issues, explore your options and connect with your personal internal resources.

In 3 contact hours with Shera you will focus on gaining insights and skills for dealing creatively with the changes lying ahead. For more information see the Next Step These sessions will alternate with time to reflect, integrate and further the work on your own. Shera draws on 20 years experience with Gestalt, energy reading and the development of her work which she calls Creative Self Discovery.

In addition you will have a 1 1/2 hour bodywork session to help you relax and open to the opportunities that await you here. You choose between Core Relaxation Massage or Reiki Energy Balancing.

Silver - Add one extra 1½ hour session of bodywork $75. (approx $US 58) 
Gold - Enjoy 2 additional hours of private program focus. $140 (approx $US 110)
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SPIRIT
FLYING FREE!
Playfulness and Creativity Come Together
 
 

This is a time to forget all the things you "have" to do! Play instead with the joy of discovering your own creativity and giving it expression. Begin with a 1 ½ hour Bodywork session to welcome you here. You choose between Core Relaxation Massage or Reiki Energy Balancing.

You will discover ways to give wings to your creative, playful self in writing, journaling or painting. (Spend a minimum of 3 contact hours with Shera discovering ways to give wings to your creative, playful self in writing, journaling or painting. (You choose the areas you want to focus on). This contact time with Shera will be supplemented with time you spend on your own, developing and exploring what you are learning.

You will also be introduced to unique dimensions of Meditation with Crystal Toning and our unique Serenity Labyrinth which can be a powerful tool for strengthening and expressing your own authentic Self. $360 (approx $US 280)

Silver - Add one extra 1½ hour session of bodywork. $75 (approx $US 58) 
Gold - Enjoy 2 additional hours of private program focus. $140 (approx $US 110)
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MIND BODY SPIRIT
FINDING BALANCE
Weaving It All Together
 
 

This 3 day retreat encourages you to embrace the totality of who you are--Mind, Body and Spirit. You will find your multi-dimensional nature woven into your days and activities here. In addition to a bodywork session (you choose between Reiki Energy Balancing and Core Relaxation Massage), you will experience yoga, meditation, crystal toning, and ways of enlivening your connection with Spirit through Nature. And you will learn techniques to maintain your new balance when you return home again. $400

Silver - Add one extra 1½ hour session of bodywork. $75 (approx $US 55) 
Gold - Enjoy 2 additional hours of private program focus. $140 (approx $US 110) 
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Body Mind Spirit - Turning Burnout Around

 

TURNING BURNOUT AROUND

SWEET NOTHINGS
A Nurturing Break for the Overworked
 

This three-day retreat package gives you a chance to let 'nothing' happen...beautifully! Part relaxation and part relaxation training, you will return home rebalanced and revitalized--and empowered to create higher quality time with famiy and friends.

First, give yourself over to exploring the new dimensions of relaxation free of phones and television and computers. Take the time to let go, enjoy the quiet of Serenity, and re-connect with the healing gifts of Nature. Walk in the garden, sit by the sea, read and nap. During your stay there will be time for you to nurture your body with yoga and stretching, and a luxurious soak in our Cliffside Tub by the sea.

Later enjoy two 1 ½ hour bodywork sessions (you choose between Reiki Energy Balancing and Core Relaxation Massage)--and experience rare dimensions of relaxation through crystal toning. In one body-stress management session you will learn why your body responds to stress the way it does and how to release it in the moment. You will learn natural techniques to maintain your new balance and make a relaxed body your normal reality. $265 (approx $US 210)

Silver - Add one extra 1½ hour session of bodywork. $75 (approx $US 58) 
Gold - Enjoy 2 additional hours of private program focus. $140 (approx $US 110)
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RESCUE REMEDY !
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For Relief NOW!
 

A one night one-day intensive de-stressing when you feel you cannot function effectively at work and have to get away. Just phone to ensure accommodation is available and come. You will have a wonderful cleansing and grounding experience that captures the essential core of 'Sweet Nothings' and makes it available for you in just 24 hours, including one 1 ½ hour session of Reiki Energy Balancing or Core Relaxation Massage. (Your choice). You will return to work after just one day away, transformed and re-energized!
NOTE that weekday ferries from Galiano can deliver you to Tsawwassen by 9.30 a.m.

Silver - Add one hour session of The Next Step with Shera $70 (approx $US 58) 
Gold - Add one extra night. (The price varies with your choice of accommodation.
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All prices are set for the Individual Retreat

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Body Mind Spirit - Turning Burnout Aroundt

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INTEGRATED PROGRAM RATES

SOME BODY! [Back]
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you choose
occupancy
Single
Double
Single
Double
Single
Double
Economy
2 nights
basic program with all complimentary features and services
 
$439.00
$460.40
$492.00
$513.90
$513.90
$535.30
Bronze 
3 nights
basic program with all complimentary features and services.
 
$546.00
$578.00
$626.25
$658.35
$658.35
$690.45
Silver
3 nights
one extra 1½ hour session of bodywork (basic program plus $75)
 
$621.00
$653.00
$701.25
$733.35
$733.35
$765.45
Gold
3 nights
Two extra hours of creativity program with Shera (basic program plus $140)
 
$686.00
$718.10
$766.25
$798.35
$798.35
$830.45
 
For an extended stay see table below for costs of additional nights.

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CHANGES and CHOICES! [Back]
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you choose
occupancy
Single
Double
Single
Double
Single
Double
Economy
2 nights
basic program with all complimentary features and services
 
$499.00
$520.40
$552.50
$573.90
$573.90
$595.30
Bronze 
3 nights
basic program with all complimentary features and services.
 
$606.00
$638.10
$686.25
$718.35
$718.35
$750.45
Silver
3 nights
one extra 1½ hour session of bodywork (basic program plus $75)
 
$681.00
$713.10
$761.25
$793.35
$793.35
$825.45
Gold
3 nights
Two extra hours of focus program (basic program plus $140)
 
$746.00
$778.10
$826.25
$833.35
$833.35
$865.45
 
For an extended stay see table below for costs of additional nights.

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FLYING FREE! [Back]
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you choose
occupancy
Single
Double
Single
Double
Single
Double
Economy
2 nights
basic program with all complimentary features and services
 
$574.00
$595.40
$627.50
$648.90
$648.90
$670.30
Bronze 
3 nights
basic program with all complimentary features and services.
 
$681.00
$713.10
$761.25
$793.35
$793.35
$825.45
Silver
3 nights
basic program plus one extra 1½ hour session of bodywork $75
 
$756.00
$788.10
$836.25
$868.35
$868.35
$900.45
Gold
3 nights
Two extra hours of focus program (basic program plus $140)
 
$821.00
$853.00
$901.25
$933.35
$933.35
$965.45
 
For an extended stay see table below for costs of additional nights.

EASY TALLY

 

FINDING BALANCE [Back]
<
you choose
occupancy
Single
Double
Single
Double
Single
Double
Economy
2 nights
basic program with all complimentary features and services
 
$439.00
$460.40
$492.00
$513.90
$513.90
$535.30
Bronze 
3 nights
basic program with all complimentary features and services.
 
$546.00
$578.00
$626.25
$658.35
$658.35
$690.45
Silver
3 nights
basic program plus one extra 1½ hour session of bodywork $75
 
$621.00
$653.00
$701.25
$733.35
$733.35
$765.45
Gold
3 nights
Two extra hours of focus program (basic program plus $140)
 
$686.00
$718.00
$766.25
$798.35
$798.35
$830.30
 
For an extended stay see table below for costs of additional nights.

EASY TALLY

 

SWEET NOTHINGS [Back]
<
you choose
occupancy
Single
Double
Single
Double
Single
Double
Economy
2 nights
basic program with all complimentary features and services
 
$479.00
$500.40
$532.00
$553.90
$553.90
$575.30
Bronze 
3 nights
basic program with all complimentary features and services.
 
$586.00
$618.00
$666.25
$698.35
$698.35
$730.45
Silver
3 nights
basic program plus one extra 1½ hour session of bodywork $75
 
$661.00
$693.00
$741.25
$773.35
$733.35
$805.45
Gold
3 nights
Two extra hours of focus program (basic program plus $140)
 
$726.00
$758.10
$806.25
$838.35
$838.35
$870.45
 
For an extended stay see table below for costs of additional nights.

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RESCUE REMEDY [Back]
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you choose
occupancy
Single
Double
Single
Double
Single
Double
Bronze 
1 night and day basic program with all complimentary features and services.
 
$297.00
$307.70
$323.75
$334.45
$334.45
$345.15
Silver
1 night and day basic program plus a one hour session of The Next Step with Shera $70 (approx $US 55) 
 
367.00
$377.70
$393.75
$404.45
$404.45
$415.15
Gold
2 nights
Stay a second night (price varies see table below
 
For an extended stay see table below for costs of additional nights.

 

 

ACCOMMODATION RATES (incl. tax) (Back)
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Nights
   
Single
Double
Single
Double
Single
Double
one night
$107.00
$117.70
$133.75
$144.45
$144.45
$155.15
two nights
$214.00
$235.40
$267.50
$288.90
$288.90
$465.45
three nights
$321.00
$353.00
$401.25
$433.35
$433.35
$465.45
four nights
$428.00
$470.80
$535.00
$577.80
$577.80
$620.60
each additional
$107.00
$117.70
$133.75
$144.45
$144.45
$155.15

WINTER RATES - NOVEMBER 1 TO MAY 15

In the Sunrise Suite and Seaview Chalet reduce rate shown by $20 for each day of your stay.

In the Windsail Room Single occupancy is unchanged, Double is $110 per day.


 

 

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