‘Blossom Yoga’ was originally created by Andrea in her job as a Youth Worker with pregnant Teens. She opened a dedicated facility in this in a much-needing community (2005). Andrea has watched people unfold and recover, through the Blossom Yoga practice, from low self-esteem, self-harming, anxiety and addiction. It’s a good formula for anyone coping with life’s obstacles, be they emotional, physical or spiritual. You may be surprised at how one weekend away can lead to a transformational experience for you!
May 29 2026 - May 31 2026
Pilates, Yoga, Nature and You: a Weekend Retreat
Find balance this weekend!
Be supported with the gentle guidance of Andrea Leplae, sharing practices from different styles of Yoga (Hatha, Restorative, Vinyasa, Ashtanga) teachings, and Pilates, alongside Ayurvedic concepts, offering you tools to shift your balance, at home, at work and in your mindset.
Balance is never a ‘set it and forget it’, right! With constant change, eventually we learn to move with change, shift our perspective on things, and re-balance what matters, not forgetting the importance of self-care and self-awareness. This Retreat will help you better understand yourself, especially as we explore ‘Ajna’, the 3rd-Eye Chakra, the seat of self-knowing.
‘Blossom Yoga’ is Andrea’s own special formula of ‘undoing’, prior to ‘doing’ anything! A typical class begins with Hatha, Restorative and Therapeutic poses, slowly building up to short Vinyasa Yoga sequences and more challenging asana. There is no experience required and all physical abilities are welcome.
The Creation of 'Blossom Yoga'
RETREAT SCHEDULE
Friday, May 29
3-5:00 pm
Welcome and Settle in to your cabin
5:00
Meet & greet in the studio
5:15
Pilates Matwork Series - unwind and 'arrive'
6:00
Dinner
7:30
Restorative Yoga (come in your pajamas!)
Saturday , May 30
7:30 am
Blossom Yoga
9:00
Breakfast
10:30
Guided Forest Bathing - a silent walk in the forest pausing to notice
12:00pm
Lunch & Free time, or book Thai Yoga Massage with Andrea, explore the forest trails or relax with a good book and cup of tea
4:00
Pilates matwork
6:00
Dinner
7:30
Restorative Yoga
Sunday, May 31
7:30am
Pilates
9:00
Breakfast and free time to pack up your cabin
10:30
Finding Balance Meditation and Closing of Retreat
12:00 pm
Lunch
Stay as long as you wish to enjoy the space and depart at your leisure.
Meet Your Facilitator
Andrea Leplae
Andrea Leplae is a Physiologist, Integrative Health Coach, and has taught Yoga + Pilates since the early 2000’s. She’s been a popular facilitator here at Sugar Ridge for over a decade, known for her broad range of training, deepl level of knowledges, and is incredibly compassionate facilitating life-changing retreats. She practices Ayurveda and plant medicine and has a wealth of experience with many different modalities of fitness, wellness and life in general. Andrea offers somatics and bodywork such as Thai Yoga Massage and Hot Stone Massage. Andrea’s full-time gig is Therapeutic Movement Specialist, Therapeutic Fasting Coach and Integrative Medical Advocacy for patients. She gardens, forages, makes tea and is a life-long Surfer.
BEd, HBSc, FIS, CPR-C, FFY, FP, Member of REPS Canada & FitPro UK, Ayurvedic IHM 2020, HWLNC, Navina Thai Yoga Massage Practioner, Royal Canadian College of Massage Therapy Hot Stone Massage
Book Your Retreat
Friday May 29
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Sunday May 31
Tuition rates are per person
$565 + HST for shared accommodation (up to 4 people in a cabin)
$625 + HST Semi-private (just 2 people in your room)
$825 + HST Private Room (just you in a room)
Note ** some cabins have 2 rooms
If you have any questions please be in touch 866-609-1793 or email [email protected]
Our Accomodation Types×
Shared - Cabin will be shared with up to 3 other guests of the same gender. If you are booking for just yourself, depending on the retreat, we will match you with other guests of the same gender.
Semi-private - Cabin will be shared with the 1 other person you are registering with. If booking alone, we will try to match you with someone of the same gender.
Private - Cabin for one person, not sharing with others.
The Centre
Welcome to Sugar Ridge! It is our mission to provide a space for you to be nourished in body, mind and soul. From completely silent to dip your toe, testing mindfulness, we have what you’re looking for!