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So many of us find ourselves stretched thin, moving too fast, caught in loops of over-giving, caffeine-fueled days, and endless scrolling. We numb, we distract, we keep going—yet underneath, something deeper is stirring. You may feel…

Disconnected from your body and its natural rhythms.
Stuck in patterns of burnout, stress, or emotional overwhelm.
In a liminal phase—standing at a threshold, letting go of the old, yet not fully clear on what’s next.
Longing for stillness, for clarity, for a sacred space to be held and supported.
Hungry for connection with other women who are also remembering their truth.

This retreat is an invitation to step away from the noise, the devices, the stimulants, and the constant doing...so you can soften, listen, and reconnect with the wisdom that has always lived inside your body.

Reconnect with your natural rhythms—seasonal, lunar, and energetic—so you feel more at home in your body.
Learn simple tools to calm your nervous system, restore balance, and create more ease in daily life.
Release patterns of burnout, over-giving, and disconnection, and step into rest, receptivity, and flow.
Awaken intuition and clarity through ceremony, movement, and time in nature.
Feel supported and seen in a circle of women walking this path alongside you.
Leave renewed—with energy, clarity, and a deeper sense of belonging to yourself and to life.

Is this retreat for you?

This retreat is for women who are ready to:

✓Deepen their connection to their body’s wisdom and natural rhythms
✓Cultivate a more nourishing, supportive relationship with themselves
✓Step into a sacred space of rest, reflection, and sisterhood
✓Be seen, heard, and held as they explore new ways of living in flow

Whether you’re cycling, pregnant, peri- or post-menopause, these teachings are for you. The inner seasons—rest, rise, bloom, release—are universal rhythms that can support you at every stage of life.

A Day in the Life at Sacred Cycles

Sunrise Ritual
7:00 – 7:30 AM
Wake slowly with a warm lemon-ginger elixir to awaken your digestion and invite in clarity for the day.

Morning Movement & Meditation
7:30 – 8:30 AM
Begin your day with a soul-nourishing movement practice—merging breath, flow, and presence.

Nourishing Breakfast
9:00 – 10:00 AM
Feast on vibrant, seasonal foods prepared with love to replenish your energy and ground your body.

Midday Workshop & Exploration
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Dive into the sacred teachings of the day through experiential workshops and group practices.

Light Lunch
1:00 – 2:00 PM
A simple, light offering to support your body’s flow and rhythm through the afternoon.

Rest & Integration
2:00 – 4:00 PM
This is your time. Journal by the water, wander in nature, nap, or simply be.

Afternoon Immersion
4:00 – 6:00 PM
Deepen into themes of the day through creative practices, circle sharing and ritual.

Wholesome Dinner
6:15 – 7:15 PM
Gather around the table for a warm, grounding meal and nourishing conversation.

Evening Ritual
7:30 – 9:00 PM
Close the day in ceremony—whether it's Yoga Nidra, a moonlit ritual, or a playful skinny dip in the wild.

**Our days are shaped by the elements. This schedule may shift slightly to honor weather patterns and collective energy.

A Sacred Pause: Reducing Stimuli

To support deep reconnection with your body’s wisdom, you’ll be invited into a gentle detox from external noise and stimulation. This means placing your phone on silent, turning off data and Wi-Fi, and taking a break from caffeine, processed foods, and other heavy stimulants that keep our system “on.”

By creating this intentional space, we are:

❤︎ Allowing the nervous system to soften and reset
❤︎ Turning our attention inward, rather than outward
❤︎ Supporting clarity and presence, free from distraction and fragmentation
❤︎ Meeting what is truly alive within us, with attunement and honesty

This is not about restriction—it’s about creating the rare conditions where you can finally hear yourself clearly. A space to return to center, realign, and remember what wholeness feels like.

“Working with Sophia was a beautiful experience that helped me recognize how I could nurture myself and find growth from within. Through the science of Ayurveda, Sophia determined my unique constitution and developed simple, yet profound, tools to help me bring about positive change in my life. Through our conversations, I had many “aha” moments that helped me understand myself more deeply. As a result, I feel more grounded, powerful and, overall, just more comfortable in my skin. Sophia is truly gifted in zeroing in on areas that may need help and in providing support and guidance.”

"Working with Sophia has been a transformative experience for me. She has a unique way of tapping into you, to be able to understand what your needs are, what you need to focus on, and provides you with inspirational insights and suggestions. She has helped me break through some of the major blockages in my life, and to understand how to move and to create a life that is more meaningful, richer, spiritual and fulfilling. She is a wonderful guide and motivator. She has helped me understand how we can use the power of our mind to co-create the life we want".

“I often think that as long as I’m disciplined enough, I can achieve most of my goals. The difference Sophia brings to me as my coach is that she can shorten my path to my dreams and goals significantly. She asks questions that covers important areas and angles that I would have missed otherwise. She keeps me on track but at the same time always meet me where I am for my thoughts and emotions. Most importantly, I can be just who I am and feel so supported when I share my challenges and thoughts that’s vulnerable to share. Every conversation with Sophia is a highlight of my journey."

Founder of Alkimia Embodied Healing Arts

Sophia Wood Massicotte is a visionary space-holder, artist, and embodiment guide devoted to helping women remember and reclaim their Feminine Power through psycho-somatic healing, sacred movement, and deep connection to nature.

She’s been guiding both in-person and online experiences since 2021, creating transformational spaces that help a woman reconnect with their alive, authentic Self.

Through Alkimia Embodied Healing Arts, Sophia weaves a tapestry of offerings—Moon Circles, group programs, 1:1 mentorship and immersive retreats, guiding women into embodying their own inner Alchemy and experience Divine Awakening.

Sophia’s work is mystical and grounded, sensual and sacred, deep and empowering, creating a potent space for your self-healing and transformation.

FAQs

Do I need to have a yoga or meditation practice to get value from this retreat?

No! We will go through movement, meditation and mindfulness practices that are accessible for all women regardless of age, body type and experience level. The most important is to come with an open mind and heart!

Who and how many people will be on this retreat?

This is an all women's retreat with a maximum capacity of 16 in shared cabins and 5 for camping. Note that the property owner (or a staff) will be on the grounds for some of the time as it is his main residency.

How do I get to the retreat?

The Yoga Garden is located at 209 chemin Usher, La Pêche, QC (about 45min from downtown Ottawa). If you need a ride share, please email Sophia and she will pair you up with someone close to your neighborhood.

What will the food be? Do you accommodate dietary restrictions?

The meals will be vegan, nutritious, easy to digest, hearty and oh so satisfying. Note that there will be no caffeinated beverages offered. Please let Sophia know your dietary needs and/or allergies by email (sophia@alkimiahealingarts.ca).

Is there wifi?

Yes but we recommend you turn off your phone for the duration of the retreat. Use this as an opportunity to let go of "city life", where we tend to be inundated with technological connection. This is your time to reconnect with you.

Is there a camping option?

Yes! For those who just love to camp in a tent or want to make this experience more affordable, there is camping spots on sight for you to pitch up. The price will be $399 CAD for 2 nights. Please email Sophia directly to inquire more.

Is there free time for me to relax and be on my own?

Yes, there will be time to relax on the beech, go for a walk in the forest, spend time alone resting or connect with the other amazing women on the retreat! Most important, listen to your body. Nothing is mandatory! All is an offering :)

If I can't commit to 2 nights, can I just come for the day?

In honor of the container we will be creating and sharing together, it will be more valuable for yourself and to the others if everyone committed to the full duration (2 nights).

If I can't come anymore...Do I get a refund?

There is a $150 CAD deposit that is non-refundable upon booking. If you cannot join anymore and know someone who wants to take your spot, then your deposit/payment can be transferred to this person.

Sacred Cycles Women's Retreat

Reconnect With Your Body's Wisdom & Feminine Rhythm

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Return Home to your Natural Rhythm

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This is not just a retreat—it is a homecoming.

A return to the wisdom that has always lived within you.

A remembrance of the power, beauty, and intelligence of your feminine body.

Location

Activities

Food

Accommodation

This retreat is a journey back to your innate knowing. Through embodied exploration, soulful practices, and sacred sisterhood, you’ll receive powerful tools and insights to support your well-being long after the retreat ends.

What can I expect to learn from this retreat?

Body Wisdom

Cyclical Awareness

Ayurveda Selfcare Rituals

Archetypal Embodiment

Is this retreat for you?

This retreat invites depth, authenticity, honesty and presence. It’s a space for those ready to slow down, listen inward, and reconnect with their body’s natural intelligence.

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A Day in the Life at Sacred Cycles

A Sacred Pause: Reducing Stimuli

Each day is a journey through movement, nourishment, connection, and rest—designed to honor your natural rhythm and deepen your connection to self, nature, and the sacred.

Community Love

- Amanda Kenney

Investment

$599 CAD

Meet Your Facilitator: Sophia

Bringing yourself back into the rhythm of your own cyclical nature is the revolution the world needs. Women who know their bodies and live in sacred communion with it is the reclamation we're all waiting for. It begins with you.