Nourish & Nurture Retreat
June 6th - 8th
Transform yourself this Summer
Join me June 6, 2025 to kickstart your summer with experiences of yoga, sound, food + horses that will allow you to be nourished and nurtured in my wonderful hometown of Kalamazoo, Michigan. Early Bird pricing is available now, and runs through April 6th, 2025. We will stay at The Kalamazoo House Bed & Breakfast in downtown Kalamazoo. All rooms are singles with private bathrooms, and there are 4 rooms that can accommodate sharing with a friend. It is an easy walk to the Mall, where you can take in local shops and restaurants. During this retreat, you’ll venture into your own inner wisdom with the support of like-minded women. Your inner wisdom will be expanded through group discussions and meditation. You will connect to your body, breath, energy and community through movement and sound and food. Here are things we are planning: Yoga sessions designed to create a sense of groundedness in body, mind and spirit Sound immersions created to let you soar on a journey of vibrations from various instruments. Experience healthy food creation, and how to deeply enjoy the nourishment provided Take in the beauty of art Group contemplation and setting intentions Silent time to digest what you are learning Community building and deep listening in natural settings Meditation with horses and nature (weather dependent) Stay tuned for additional activities! Our time outside group sessions can be spent however you choose, such as quietly reflecting on the discoveries you've made, journaling or in meditative movement. Let me be your host for this weekend journey of discovery as you bask in an atmosphere of nourishment and nurturing. Welcome to Kalamazoo! Note: The links below (Jun 6, 4 pm - June 8, 10:30 am) are for the different room types: Queen rooms ($696) King Deluxe rooms able to be shared ($774), King Deluxe room single ($774) King Premium rooms ($834).
Photo by Grace Photography
Nourish & Nurture Retreat is presented by Susan Mayer of Susan L Mayer, LLC / Peregrine Sound Therapy.
Susan is a licensed massage therapist, sound practitioner, Reiki master, a 500-hour yoga teacher, and aromatherapist.
Her practice has been focused on the care of musicians with chronic pain, and women who experience pain from losses of many types.
Amy Luce is the owner of The Kalamazoo House Bed & Breakfast with her husband, Jeff. Amy is a pastry chef who loves to create new recipes!
Interview with Amy Luce
Shannon Distel is a 200-hour certified yoga teacher who is committed to guiding students toward greater balance, mindfulness, and well-being. Shannon helps students connect with their bodies, calm the mind and increase flexibility in group classes or private sessions. Her approach is inclusive and personalized, focusing on breathwork, alignment, and self-awareness. Off the mat, Shannon believes in the transformative power of yoga to strengthen the body, foster healing and build community. When not on her mat, you can find Shannon teaching digital literacy classes in Chicago, exploring nature, traveling, paddle boarding, and practicing mindfulness and minimalism. Follow her on Instagram @thistleyogachicago
Interview with Shannon Distel
Sandra RietKerk became a certified horseback riding instructor in the 1990s. While instructing, she noticed her students were growing emotionally as well as in their horsemanship. Comments from parents, like "She used to be so shy, but now she shares so much! I think the lessons are changing her." or "She was big and loud before she started lessons, and now she is listening." After hearing numerous remarks like this, Sandra sought other ways to facilitate those connections and that led her to achieve certification as an Equine Specialist with EAGALA (Equine Assisted Growth & Learning). All of her activities are done on the ground with horses, so no riding experience is necessary. This is not therapy, unless you would like the support of your personal therapist during a session. Experiential learning takes you out of your head and into your body, where the horses can interact with you vibrationally and be present in your world. In an experiential learning session, you will interact one-on-one with horses on an emotional and spiritual level, while they accept you as you are and offer their assistance in moving past places you feel stuck. Follow Sandra on Facebook at Horse Time Center for Equine Collaboration