Afternoon Reset Retreat: Bowen Island

Experience the beauty of Bowen Island while immersing into soothing mindfulness practices for a healing, restful reset. Join Carolyn for a grounding day at Nectar Yoga on Sunday Oct 18th, 2026. This retreat is designed to help you discover new ways of caring for your nervous system and heart. Through powerful guided Meditations, restorative Spa Yoga, Breathwork and open discussions, you’ll leave feeling whole again. You’ll find new reasons to celebrate yourself and all that you’ve grown through. Give yourself permission to pause and rest. It’s a perfect mini getaway to Nectar Yoga, on Bowen Island. LOCATION: Nectar Yoga Retreat is a healing space on Nexwlélexwm (Bowen Island), just a short 20 minute ferry ride from Vancouver. Nestled in 20 acres of forested land on Bowen Island, the Geodesic Dome will be our meeting space for the day. As well, the Onyx Lodge and some of the outdoor spaces will be explored to help support a slower pace. THE EXPERIENCE: Gentle Hatha & Restorative Spa Yoga Sessions Unwind with yoga practices designed to nourish your body and calm your nervous system, in the most serene environment. Breathwork for Clarity & Calm Practice simple, powerful breathing techniques to release tension and reconnect with inner stillness. Guided Stillness: Meditations & Nature Walks Drop into the present moment through seated guided meditations and mindful walking practices for grounding and awakening awareness. Reflective Writing, Group Sharing & Intention Setting Dive deeper into your inner world with directed journaling prompts, thoughtful group discussions, and the intentional creation of personal goals. Self-Myofascial Release & Tension Relief Explore body-based release through guided massage techniques using a lacrosse ball, helping to ease tight muscles. All yoga mats, props and extra gifts are included. LOGISTICS: Time: 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM An immersive extra long afternoon together. Location: The Geodesic Dome at Nectar Yoga, Bowen Island A peaceful, architecturally stunning space nestled in nature—just a short ferry ride from Vancouver. Investment: $160 Please note: Lunch and ferry fare are not included. What to Expect: A detailed retreat guide with everything you need to know will be sent to you 6 days before the event. Accessibility: This retreat is open to all levels—no prior experience necessary. Just bring an open heart and a willingness to slow down. MEET YOUR RETREAT GUIDE Carolyn Anne Budgell (BA, ERYT 200, Kula 75, Prenatal, Yin, Numa Breathwork) is a meditation, yoga, and breathwork teacher with over 17 years of experience guiding retreats, trainings and wellness programs internationally. Her approach is gentle, therapeutic, and grounded in nervous system awareness, blending mindfulness, breathwork, restorative practices and mindful movement to support deep rest, regulation and embodied presence. Since 2009, Carolyn has shared this work through retreats, trainings, corporate programs, and global wellness communities including Insight Timer, Wanderlust, lululemon, Love Your Brain and Mala Collective. Her teaching is informed by a wide range of influences and a deep appreciation for the natural world, offering spaces that are both grounding and quietly transformative. She remains a lifelong student of practice, devoted to creating experiences that support clarity, connection and a return to presence. You can explore Carolyn's Spa Yoga and Restorative Movement style through her YouTube library here., or sample her Breathwork and Meditation offerings on Insight Timer here. For details about other retreats with Carolyn, view here. What People are Saying: “You have a very special vibe about you. I am sure you know this and have been told many times. Your intentionality is so important in a world where we react to so many things, versus take a moment to respond. I especially noticed it when you were speaking to us in the lodge. I work with so many leaders in business and other areas who don’t have a fraction of your presence.” - Debi “I have always admired, and continue to admire, your grounded self-confidence, and ability to hold space for those around you. I feel like you are in your power, and that your power is to help others learn and grow. Everything about this is a joy!” - Grace