We host meditation retreats all year! 
From completely silent to dip your toe, testing mindfulness,
we have what you’re looking for!

At Sugar Ridge, quality time means me time.

“A wise teacher, and a wise centre, needs to offer a whole range of skillful practices, because people come along at different stages of their inner development, with different temperaments, and with different sets of problems.”
-Jack Kornfield

Mindfulness has a host of physical benefits, and it causes people to become nicer, improves mood and concentration, and find joy in the littlest of things in life.  Who doesn’t need more of that?

There are hundreds of meditation techniques and many ways to improve mindfulness as you go about your day to day activities.  No need to sit cross-legged on the floor or have your mind be a blank slate.  Our retreats offer a sampling of many techniques so that you can see what works for you and let go of the rest. 

We offer a variety of retreat schedules and formats so you can choose what will work for your schedule and your comfort.  Some people are nervous to be in silence and want a more social retreat, whereas others want extended silence to work through a deeper issue.  Both are valuable and you may find them helpful at different times.

The following list of retreats categorizes them by type of retreat, length of stay and retreat content.

One Day Meditation Workshops

A longer getaway isn’t always possible, so we offer day-long workshops.
Usually, from 9 – 4ish and includes a yummy lunch. 

Here’s a list of those that have a focus on mindfulness and meditation:

	Mindfulness Meditation: An Introduction Thu, Nov 28, 2019

                                                             

Weekend Meditation Retreats 

	First Light Yoga and Meditation Retreat with Liz Frost Nov 29 – Sun, Dec 1, 2019
	First Light Yoga and Meditation Retreat with Liz Frost Dec 6 – 8, 2019
	Restorative Yoga & Meditation Retreat with Liz Frost & Andrea Leplae Fri, Jan 31 – Sun, Feb 2, 2020
	Mindful Eating, Yoga and Meditation Weekend Retreat with Liz Frost Fri, Feb 21 – Sun, Feb 23, 2020

 

 

 

Week Long Retreats

Longer retreats offer a deeper immersion into practice. Silent Week long retreats are held in September, December and over Easter every year.  Choose from 2 – 7 nights stay.  Everyone starts together at the beginning of the retreat and you leave after 2, 5 or 7 nights as you wish.  Being in silence isn’t oppressive, it’s a gift we give to ourselves and to each other.  Having precious time to think and reflect is a wonderful gift to yourself.  The schedule is the same every day, allowing you to rest into the format and observe yourself as you move through the day.  Noticing your reactions to moments can be fascinating, and it’s an opportunity for growth.  As you notice your reactions you build self-awareness.

Silent Meditation Retreat in Ontario (2 or 5 nights)
Sun, Dec 8 – Fri, Dec 13, 2019

 

Upcoming Silent Retreats

Winter Silent Meditation Retreat – 2 or 5 Nights
Sun, Dec 8 – Fri, Dec 13, 2019

Easter Silent Meditation Retreat- 3, 5 or 7 Nights
Thurs, April 9-Thur April 16, 2020

 

Winter Holiday Getaway – Escape the Holiday Chaos

Celebrate the snow! Enjoy Warm cozy cabins, fresh organic meals and hot chocolate by the fire!This retreat is an opportunity for you to create whatever you need. Park the car and just relax or venture out and explore the area. Take the time to enjoy the season!

Winter Holiday Getaway
Sun, Dec 15- Fri, Dec 20, 2019

Winter Holiday Getaway
Thur, Dec 26- Fri, Jan 3,2020

 

Get Clear on Your Year!

This is a week to get on track with healthier habits for your body, mind and spirit and set goals for the rest of your life. This is a FEEL GREAT week!  We make healthy and delicious food, that your friends will want the recipes for!

Get Clear on Your Year Week Retreat
Sun, Jan 5 – Fri, Jan 10, 2020

Reclaiming Your Self Reboot Retreat
Sun, May 3 – Fri, May 10, 2020

 

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction

This is a wonderful introduction to using meditation as a stress reduction technique. We offer it as a week-long intensive program. Side effects include inner peace, ditching stress, personal growth, mental calmness and improvement with mood. This week is offered three times a year with upcoming dates of:

Mindfulness – Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Week Retreat
Sun, Feb 2 – Fri, Feb 7, 2020

Facilitators:

Liz Frost

Liz Frost, founder of Sugar Ridge shares mindfulness in every retreat she facilitates. Some have a bit more formal practice than others.  Often outdoor or offsite activities are included depending on the season or theme of the retreat.  Yoga is taught as a form of meditation, getting in tune with the physical body and noticing connections between emotion and mental states.