A full‑day mind–body renewal experience.
A curated summer retreat designed to refresh the body and mind through movement, meaningful connection, and restorative practices. This full‑day experience brings together local practitioners for a nourishing, intentional reset in Edmonton.
Sunday June 7th 2026
At La Cite Francophone = 8627 Marie - Anne - Gaboury St, Edmonton AB T6C 3N1
From 9:00 am - 4:00pm
This retreat is open to everyone, no matter where you are on your personal journey.
It was created to offer support, clarity, and connection by bringing together a group of thoughtful facilitators who each hold a unique way of helping others.
Whether you’re seeking renewal, guidance, grounding, or simply a safe place to explore what you need next, this day is designed to meet you exactly where you are. Even one meaningful conversation or one supportive encounter can spark the shift you’ve been looking for.
Flow Of The Day
9:00 am – Arrival & Welcome Tea
Guests settle in, meet the team, and ease gently into the day with a warm cup of tea.
9:30 am– True Movement Morning Activation
A grounding somatic session to awaken the body, release tension, and create space for clarity.
10:30 am– The Joy Zone Mindset & Joy Practice
An uplifting exploration of joy, presence, and emotional well‑being through simple, accessible practices.
11:30 am – Connection window (45min)
A spacious break to connect with our wellness guides, explore offerings, and enjoy community moments.
12:15 pm – Brunch
A nourishing meal including a drink and dessert prepared by Café Bicyclette. Guests are invited to enjoy this moment of rest and connection before easing into the afternoon sessions.
1:00 pm – Julie Parker QHHT & Olia Rahime from Edmonton QHHT
An introduction to Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique led by two Edmonton‑based practitioners. Julie and Olia will share how QHHT supports insight, clarity, and self‑understanding, followed by a short guided visualization to help participants connect inward.
2:00 pm – Connection window (45min)
Explore mini sessions offered by our wellness guides.
3:00 pm – Sound Bath with Charlene Metz
A 30 min. soothing, immersive sound journey designed to calm the nervous system and support deep restoration.
3:45 pm – Closing Circle
A gentle closing moment and soft invitation to continue your personal journey beyond the retreat.
4:00–4:45 p.m. — Optional Extended Time
Guests who wish to stay may enjoy additional mini sessions or conversations with our facilitators. This window allows space for deeper connection, support, and potential follow‑up bookings.
Optional Add‑Ons During Your Connection Window
In both the morning and afternoon connection windows, participants can explore optional mini‑sessions with our wellness guides. These short offerings allow you to experience their work firsthand and discover what resonates with you. [Additional fee will apply the day of the retreat]
QHHT Mini Insight : Experience a 7‑minute theta‑healing mini session with Olia, available at our table throughout the connection windows.
Charlene Metz : A mini Akashic Records reading (5–7 minutes), opening your Records to explore one meaningful question.
The Joy Zone : Jodi will provide brief Reiki or Craniosacral sessions for participants who’d like hands‑on energetic support.
This retreat is intentionally intimate, with limited spots available to ensure a meaningful experience for each participant.
It requires a small minimum number of participants to run as designed. If any adjustments are needed, registered guests will be notified well in advance.
What you gain by being there
When You Join the Body & Mind Summer Reset Retreat , you’ll receive far more than a day of wellness — you’ll experience a meaningful reset designed to nourish your body, calm your mind, and reconnect you with what matters most. You’ll leave with practical tools, supportive insights, and a renewed sense of clarity and ease.
Here’s what you’ll experience and learn:
What You’ll Experience
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A full‑day reset blending movement, mindset, sound, and inner exploration
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Gentle practices that help you reconnect with your body and calm your nervous system
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Space to slow down, breathe, and feel supported in a warm, welcoming environment
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Opportunities to connect with skilled wellness practitioners you can continue your journey with beyond the retreat
What You’ll Learn
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Simple tools to release tension, improve alignment, and support daily well‑being
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Techniques for tuning into your inner voice and accessing deeper clarity
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Insight into wellness modalities like QHHT, somatic movement, sound healing, and joy practices
Emotional Takeaway
You’ll leave with:
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A calmer nervous system
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A renewed sense of grounding
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A clearer connection to what you need right now
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Inspiration for your next steps
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The feeling of having been held, supported, and welcomed exactly as you are
And perhaps most importantly —
you may meet the one practitioner, conversation, or moment that shifts something meaningful inside you.
🌿 Practical Information for Participants
Parking & On‑Site Amenities
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Free parking is available in both the upper & lower parkade at La Cité Francophone.
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An ATM is available on site for anyone who may need it.
Brunch Details
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Brunch is provided by Café Bicyclette, including a drink and dessert.
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After registering, participants will receive a confirmation email once their payment is received.
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That email will include a selection of meal options so each participant can choose their preferred brunch.
Registration Process
To register, visit the Contact page on our website and select “Body & Mind Retreat.” Please include:
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Full name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Number of tickets required
Once your message is received, you will be sent:
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An invoice
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The method of payment (e‑transfer)
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A confirmation email once payment is processed
What to Bring
To ensure a comfortable and restorative experience, participants should bring:
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A yoga mat (Will be required for during the Morning Activation & Sound Bath)
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A pillow and/or blanket for the sound bath and relaxation portions of the day
Meet Our Wellness Guides
True Movement offers a mindful, three‑dimensional approach to movement designed to help people feel better, move with ease, and build long‑term resilience. Their method focuses on posture, mobility, and functional alignment, supporting participants in reconnecting with their bodies in a safe and empowering way.
Rooted in the belief that everyone deserves to move without pain or limitation, True Movement creates an accessible space where individuals can awaken the body, release tension, and cultivate strength from within.
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Jodi Lasell is the visionary behind The Joy Zone —
A sacred space for coming home to yourself.
Through Cranial Sacral, Reiki, and joy-based facilitation, she guides caregivers back to themselves, helping them release overwhelm, reclaim their energy, and create lives that feel aligned, supported, and full of possibility.
Instagram: @the_joyzone
Julie and Olia are experienced QHHT practitioners who guide individuals into a deeply relaxed state to connect with their Higher Self and access insight, clarity, and gentle healing.
Drawing from a range of modalities - including past life exploration, life-between-lives journeys, and Rapid Transformational Therapy - Julie and Olia create a supportive and intuitive space for personal discovery. Their work is rooted in a strong connection to energy awareness and the theta healing realm, allowing for a compassionate, insightful, and transformative experience.
Charlene is a gifted intuitive who works with the Akashic Records and crystal sound frequencies to support clarity, healing, and energetic alignment. Through the Records — an energetic field holding the wisdom of your soul across lifetimes — she helps individuals access insight, understand present patterns, and explore future possibilities with compassion and intention.
She also offers immersive sound healing with 432 Hz crystal singing bowls, each attuned to the body’s main chakra system. Her sessions invite deep relaxation, release tension, restore balance, and elevate personal vibration through the healing language of sound.
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