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 Dec 7th, 2025. 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.
ABOUT CAROLYN
Carolyn Anne Budgell (BA, ERYT 200, Kula 75, Prenatal, Yin) discovered yoga in 1999 as a ski bum in Whistler. She is now mainly a meditation guide (and lifelong student!). She has been guiding yoga + meditation trainings, retreats & corporate events worldwide for over 16 years. Carolyn has had the privilege of sharing mindfulness and yoga tools through various platforms: Insight Timer, Wanderlust Festivals, lululemon, Love Your Brain, Mala Collective and many more. Most recently, her personal studies have taken her into the worlds of Breathwork, Yin, Traumatic Brain Injury and End-of-Life Support. Thanks to her guides Ana Forrest, Michelle St Pierre, Tara Brach, Schuyler Grant and Clara Roberts-Oss, she leads from an inviting, relatable, and lighthearted place and encourages others to remember that it’s never too late to breathe deeply, to grow, and to change. With Carolyn, you’ll discover tools for the nervous system and mind through Mindfulness + Meditation, Breathing Techniques and Restorative Spa Yoga. She's dedicated to sharing with individuals, retreaters or corporate groups in the most simple yet powerful of ways. Read her whole story 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