Autumn Immersive Wellness Morning Retreat at Bonnet Museum & Garden

Cacao Ceremony • Breathwork • Sound Healing • Forest Bathing & Nature Immersion An Immersive Morning of Nature • Art • Sound • Mindfulness. Read all the details! Escape the noise and gift yourself a peaceful morning of restoration inside one of South Florida's most enchanting hidden treasures. Join us this October for a thoughtfully curated two-hour outdoor wellness retreat at Bonnet House Museum & Gardens, a one-of-a-kind historic estate surrounded by lush tropical gardens in the heart of Fort Lauderdale Beach. Hosted by Bonnet House's resident Yoga & Wellness teacher Lisa Pumper and returning special guest Erik "Guru" Lieux, this immersive morning brings together cacao, breathwork, sound, mindfulness, nature, and the creative spirit of this remarkable property. From the open-air covered veranda overlooking the lake to the tropical gardens beyond, you'll be surrounded by towering trees, birdsong, whimsical art, and fresh coastal air as you're guided through an experience designed to help you slow down, reconnect, and restore. ✨ Your Retreat Experience 🌺 Heart-Opening Cacao Ceremony Begin your morning with a ceremonial cacao experience led by Erik "Guru" Lieux, inviting presence, gratitude, intention, and heart-centered connection. 🌬 Somatic Movement & Breathwork Ease into the experience with gentle somatic movement and guided breathwork designed to release tension, settle the body, and prepare you for deeper relaxation. Suitable for all experience levels. No prior yoga or meditation experience is necessary. 🎶 Immersive Sound Healing Meditation Lie back and relax as crystal singing bowls, gongs, healing flutes, bells, chimes, and other soothing instruments surround you in sound. Allow the vibrations and music to quiet the mind, soften the body, and invite a deeper state of relaxation. 🌿 Forest Bathing & Mindful Nature Immersion Continue into the enchanting tropical gardens of Bonnet House for a peaceful Forest Bathing & Mindful Nature Immersion. Inspired by the modern Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku (forest bathing) and the timeless tradition of finding stillness and connection in nature, you'll be invited to slow your pace, awaken your senses, breathe consciously, and become fully present with the natural world. As you wander beneath towering trees and tropical foliage, Erik's live healing flute will blend with birdsong, rustling palms, and the natural sounds of the gardens, creating a beautiful multisensory experience of nature, mindfulness, and sound. 🌿 A Truly Unique Outdoor Setting Our retreat takes place on Bonnet House's beautiful covered open-air veranda, offering the best of an outdoor nature experience with protection from the Florida sunshine and passing showers. The veranda's smooth stone surface provides a clean, comfortable setting for sitting and lying down—without sand, dirt, or grass. Yoga mats and supportive comfort props are provided, so you can simply arrive, settle in, and enjoy. 🎨 Art, Nature & Inspiration Part of the magic of Bonnet House is the creativity you'll discover throughout the property. Whimsical artwork, sculptures, architecture, tropical landscapes, colors, and unexpected artistic details invite you to slow down and look a little closer. Allow the playful beauty around you to spark curiosity, inspiration, peace, wonder, and joy. Here, wellness isn't only about movement and meditation—it's also about experiencing the beauty around you. 🎟 Premium Retreat Experience*** $65 Advance Special / $75 Regular Your registration includes the complete two-hour guided wellness retreat from 9:00–11:00 AM: ✔ Heart-Opening Ceremonial Cacao Experience ✔ Guided Somatic Movement & Breathwork ✔ Immersive Sound Healing Meditation — Gongs • Crystal Bowls • Bells & More ✔ Forest Bathing & Mindful Nature Immersion ✔ Live Healing Flute in Nature ✔ Yoga Mats & Comfort Props Provided ✔ Personalized Aromatherapy Blend & Keepsake Bottle — Bonus Gift ✔ Inspirational Keepsake Reflection Card ✔ Complimentary Private Parking 🚗 🌸 Personalized Aromatherapy Blend — Bonus Gift As a special part of your retreat morning, select from a collection of aromatherapy scents and create a personalized blend that speaks to you. Your custom blend will be placed in a keepsake bottle for you to take home—a sensory reminder of your morning at Bonnet House. Advance registration is recommended. Space is intentionally limited to preserve the intimate nature of the experience. https://WellnessTreat.eventbrite.com 🏛 Optional Bonnet House Museum Tour Want to experience even more of Bonnet House? Admission to tour the inside of the historic home is not included in your wellness retreat ticket. Guests may add a self-guided House & Gardens tour for an additional fee. Museum admission may be purchased in advance through the Bonnet House website or following the retreat at the gift shop for an additional $15 per person. It's a wonderful way to discover more of the history, art, architecture, and creative spirit behind this one-of-a-kind Fort Lauderdale estate. ☀️ After the Retreat — Stay, Wander & Explore Our guided retreat concludes around 11:15 AM, but your morning doesn't have to end there. Take time afterward to wander the Bonnet House grounds at your own pace. Explore the garden paths, discover whimsical artwork and sculptures, enjoy the tropical foliage and wildlife, or find a peaceful place to sit and reflect. And because Bonnet House is in the heart of Fort Lauderdale Beach, just across the street from the ocean, you can easily turn your retreat into a beautiful day out. 🌊 Walk across to Fort Lauderdale Beach 🥂 Enjoy brunch or lunch nearby 🌴 Wander the tropical gardens 🎨 Discover the art and whimsical details throughout the property 🏛 Add an optional tour of the historic home Come for the retreat. Stay for the beauty. Make a day of it. 🌿 HOW TO PREPARE 📍 Location Bonnet House Museum & Gardens — Outdoor Veranda 900 North Birch Road Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 BonnetHouse.org | (954) 563-5393 Complimentary private parking is included with your retreat registration. ⏰ Arrival • Main Gate ( the west gate on NE 9 st ) opens at 8:30 AM for parking & check-in. • Retreat begins promptly at 9:00 AM • Guided retreat concludes at 11:00 AM • Please allow additional travel time for Fort Lauderdale Beach traffic, bridge openings, parking, and check-in. 🎒 What to Bring Keep it simple: • Beach towel • Water bottle • Comfortable clothing and walking shoes • Optional journal • Camera or phone for photos Everything else is provided. Yoga mats and supportive props will be available for sitting and lying comfortably during the meditation and sound healing experience. 🌧 Rain or Shine Our retreat is held on Bonnet House's covered open-air veranda, allowing you to enjoy fresh air and tropical garden views while remaining protected from the Florida sunshine and passing showers.🚨📢 JOIN OUR ALERT CHANNEL: ( weather, travel, last-minute updates ) ( HERE ) ✨ Your Guides Erik "Guru" Lieux Urban Alchemist • Ceremonial Cacao Guide • Founder of Shamanic Tonics • Artist • Holistic Mental Health Counselor | ShamanicTonic.com Erik shares his passion for intentional living through ceremonial cacao, music, mindfulness, and meaningful connection. Lisa Pumper Resident Yoga & Wellness Teacher at Bonnet House Founder of Fort Lauderdale Beach Yoga & Wellness and Yoga Community of Florida. E-RYT 500 • YACEP.