Past Retreats

Theme: Authenticity and Power in Community

In our first-ever Connect Retreat, eight women gathered in a cozy luxury Catskill cabin to reconnect, with themselves, each other, and nature. We hiked mountain trails with release rituals, practiced sunrise breathwork overlooking the peaks, and shared meals designed to nourish both body and spirit by our private chef.

Led by mental health professionals who joined every activity as part of the community, the retreat combined structured group dialogues, creative self-expression, and plenty of laughter. It was an unforgettable weekend of building sisterhood, stepping into self-truth, and discovering the strength we hold, together. This retreat served as the foundation of the Candor Retreats Women’s Community.

Theme: Radiant Confidence, Collective Healing

In August 2024, eleven women gathered in the woods of Hunter, New York, for a powerful weekend of growth, creativity, and connection. With a riverside and mountainside custom luxury cabin as our home base, we shared guided hikes to waterfalls, stargazing nights, hot tub conversations, and confidence-boosting photo shoots.

This year brought new energy: sound healing, expressive arts, jewelry making, and coaching circles, alongside our signature group dialogues and morning body stretch, breathwork mindfulness rituals. Our leadership, including licensed professionals and soul-led creatives, participated fully as part of the group, creating a space where everyone felt seen, supported, and celebrated.

This year’s retreat embraced the transformative theme of The Art of Self-Love, set against the backdrop of a luxurious A-frame cabin overlooking sweeping river and mountain views. Guests were welcomed with curated gifts, including The Self-Love Workbook by bestselling author Dr. Ali, setting the tone for four days of intentional reflection and renewal.

Each morning began with mind-body sunrise stretches to ground and awaken the spirit, followed by nourishing community experiences such as a sound healing energy alignment and guided nature hike through breathtaking landscapes. Afternoons invited both creativity and empowerment, culminating in The Art of Self-Love Photoshoot, designed to honor personal beauty, strength, and authenticity. Evenings were anchored in connection, highlighted by a private chef–curated dinner party where guests savored fresh, seasonal dishes in a spirit of joy and sisterhood.

The 2025 retreat was more than a gathering—it was an immersive journey into rest, radiance, and rising fully into the power of self-love.

Rewriting the Story with Dr. Sarah Baquet & Dr. Ashley Rodriguez
Hosted in Astoria, Queens, this half-day workshop—created in collaboration with Pathbreak Coaching & Consultation—centered on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and narrative practices to help women reframe their stories with authenticity and purpose. Each participant received a curated workbook to guide reflection and growth, complementing the day’s blend of dialogue, creative exercises, and community connection.

Details to be released- coming soon. First to know exclusive details released to approved guestlist prior to public announcement.