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Educators need opportunities for renewal. They need intentional time set aside to restore their spirits, refill their own buckets, and recommit to self-care. Our educator wellness retreats offer a special kind of experience for teachers that focuses on improving their inner lives in an environment of autonomy, relevance, and compassion. Our retreats are designed BY educators FOR educators. They are secular, science-based, and safe.
Our retreats are held at beautiful Indigo Nature Retreat in Old Fort, NC. During the retreat, participants will explore mindfulness practices, yoga, self-care practices, trauma-informed practices, and whole foods, plant-based cooking. Together, we build community and cultivate an atmosphere that facilitates personal renewal and reconnection. Our retreats are intended for public school educators, administrators, school counselors, school psychologists, education majors, and college professors who prepare teachers.
Our retreats are held at beautiful Indigo Nature Retreat in Old Fort, NC. During the retreat, participants will explore mindfulness practices, yoga, self-care practices, trauma-informed practices, and whole foods, plant-based cooking. Together, we build community and cultivate an atmosphere that facilitates personal renewal and reconnection. Our retreats are intended for public school educators, administrators, school counselors, school psychologists, education majors, and college professors who prepare teachers.
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Pricing
Three Day Retreat Package
Total Cost - $4,500
If you have specific questions about organizing a retreat, contact Todd Scholl at 843.999.6550 or toddscholl@gmail.com.
A breakdown of costs is available upon request. All participants in 2021 are required to have received the COVID-19 vaccine.
- Exclusive access to the entire retreat facility located on 5 acres in Old Fort, NC with over 1,000 acres of undisturbed natural forest in its backyard.
- Accommodations for up to ten participants in five cabins for three days and two nights
- Five healthy, whole foods, plant-based meals prepared to for up to ten participants
- Three cooking lessons
- Coffee, tea, and snacks for up to ten participants
- All trainings and activities
- One book for each participant (to be determined based upon your needs)
- Two restorative yoga sessions (yoga mats included)
- Exclusive access to community barn featuring two full baths, indoor dining area, community kitchen with stove, microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator
- Exclusive access to lower level of main lodge with full bathroom, full kitchen, dining area, living room, and covered porch
Total Cost - $4,500
If you have specific questions about organizing a retreat, contact Todd Scholl at 843.999.6550 or toddscholl@gmail.com.
A breakdown of costs is available upon request. All participants in 2021 are required to have received the COVID-19 vaccine.
Tentative Agenda
Below is a sample agenda. We will work with you to customize the experience to ensure your needs are met.
Day One
Day Two
Day Three
Day One
- 3:00 - 5:00 pm - Check-in, unpack, socialize, set your intention for the retreat
- 5:00 - 6:30 pm - Dinner: Includes Whole Foods, Plant-Based Cooking Lesson
- 6:30 - 8:00 pm - Welcome, orientation, introduction to mindfulness in education, and short mindfulness practice (Yoga Studio)
- 8:00 - 10:00 pm - Socialize, conversations, quiet time on your own
- 10:00 pm - Quiet hours begin
Day Two
- 7:30 - 9:00 am - Breakfast: Includes Whole Foods, Plant-Based Cooking Lesson
- 9:00 - 10:00 am - Intention Setting, Guided Breathing Practice (Outside - Weather permitting), Debrief
- 10:00 - 11:00 am - An Introduction to Trauma-Informed Teaching (Yoga Studio)
- 11:00 am - 12:00 pm - Walking Practice (Outdoors, weather permitting)
- 12:00 - 1:00 pm - Lunch: Includes Whole Foods, Plant-Based Cooking Lesson
- 1:00 - 2:00 pm - Self-Care Practices (Yoga Studio)
- 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm - Personal Time (Walk, meditate, journal, rest, read, socialize, or hold quiet conversations)
- 4:00 - 5:00 pm - Restorative Yoga (Yoga Studio - Bring your own mats. Limited mats available for $10 fee.)
- 5:00 - 5:30 - An Introduction to Plant-Based Eating (Main House Kitchen)
- 5:30 - 7:00 pm - Dinner: Includes Whole Foods, Plant-Based Cooking Lesson
- 6:30 - 7:00 pm - Optional Group Sit (Yoga Studio)
- 7:00 - 8:00 pm - Fire Circle, Sharing, Daily Debrief (Outdoors, weather permitting)
- 8:00 - 10:00 pm - Socialize, conversations, quiet time on your own
- 10:00pm - Quiet hours begin
Day Three
- 7:30 - 9:00 am - Breakfast
- 9:00-10:00 am - Guided Breathing Practice / Journaling
- 10:00 - 11:00 am - Sharing Session / How do we take this practice back to our schools? / Closing (Yoga Studio)
- 11:00 am - 12:00 pm - Pack up, clean up, departure
- 12:00 pm - Optional trip to Mount Mitchell / Late lunch in Asheville
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Accommodations
Located in the heart of Pisgah National Forest with the Blue Ridge Mountains as its canvas, Indigo Nature Retreat is set on five acres near Old Fort, NC, with over 1,000 acres of undisturbed natural forest in its backyard. Indigo Nature retreat provides the perfect setting to get away and unwind. Dense foliage, rolling currents, and diverse trails make it a peaceful home away from home.
We will be the only people on the premises during our retreat. Each retreat participant will stay in one of the five cabins. Click here for details and photos. Each cabin features two twin beds, one of which is a loft twin, the other being a wrap around sofa that converts into a twin. Each cabin has two sitting areas, a mini fridge, coffee maker, heat and A/C, and fire pit. The cabins are tucked into the beautiful Pisgah Forest with Newberry Creek flowing on the property. If you are looking for a space to truly disconnect, and re-connect with all that matters, this is your place. We will place retreat participants with a cabin mate of the same sex unless you request otherwise. Please note there is no running water or bathroom facilities in the units, however, the community barn is less then 100 ft. away and has two full bathrooms.
You may extend your stay before or after the retreat, if cabins are available. Guests should contact INDIGO Nature Retreat directly for availability and reservations at mommabear@indigoretreat.com. Asheville is only 30 miles away and has wonderful restaurants, breweries, and entertainment options. If you have the time, we encourage you to explore the area before and/or after the retreat.
We will be the only people on the premises during our retreat. Each retreat participant will stay in one of the five cabins. Click here for details and photos. Each cabin features two twin beds, one of which is a loft twin, the other being a wrap around sofa that converts into a twin. Each cabin has two sitting areas, a mini fridge, coffee maker, heat and A/C, and fire pit. The cabins are tucked into the beautiful Pisgah Forest with Newberry Creek flowing on the property. If you are looking for a space to truly disconnect, and re-connect with all that matters, this is your place. We will place retreat participants with a cabin mate of the same sex unless you request otherwise. Please note there is no running water or bathroom facilities in the units, however, the community barn is less then 100 ft. away and has two full bathrooms.
You may extend your stay before or after the retreat, if cabins are available. Guests should contact INDIGO Nature Retreat directly for availability and reservations at mommabear@indigoretreat.com. Asheville is only 30 miles away and has wonderful restaurants, breweries, and entertainment options. If you have the time, we encourage you to explore the area before and/or after the retreat.
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Meals
Plant-based meals will be provided. On Monday, dinner will be provided. On Tuesday, breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be included. On Wednesday, breakfast will be available. All meals will be plant-based, so if you have special dietary requirements, please plan to supplement with your own food. We also recommend bringing some snacks and a water bottle. We will do our best to provide coffee and tea, but you may want to bring your favorite creamers, sweeteners, etc.
The retreat center has two kitchens. Both have fridges, microwaves, stoves/ovens, dishwashers, cookware, and utensils. Kitchen equipment, including pots, pans, bowls, service ware, and glasses are provided. There is also an outdoor BBQ grill on site for your use. There is an Ingles Grocery Store in Black Mountain about 15 miles from the retreat center if you need anything.
The retreat center has two kitchens. Both have fridges, microwaves, stoves/ovens, dishwashers, cookware, and utensils. Kitchen equipment, including pots, pans, bowls, service ware, and glasses are provided. There is also an outdoor BBQ grill on site for your use. There is an Ingles Grocery Store in Black Mountain about 15 miles from the retreat center if you need anything.
Retreat Expectations
- Limited use of personal cell phones/technology in order to foster mindful awareness
- Secular teaching and practices to honor people of all faith backgrounds
- Content geared towards public school educators and professionals working with youth
- CHOICE - You may opt out of any activity
- A collegial, casual atmosphere - Wear comfortable clothes, no prior experience necessary, relax
- This is a retreat, not professional development or a workshop
- As much as we love animals, no pets are allowed at the retreat center
- There will be a maximum of ten retreat participants
- If you are currently struggling with physical and/or mental health issues, this retreat would not be appropriate for you.
What to Bring
- Snacks, special food
- Water Bottle
- Comfortable clothes including clothes and shoes for walking, yoga, and sitting outdoors. Please preview the weather forecast for Old Fort, NC and bring appropriate clothes for both day and night. Keep it simple and casual.
- Light blanket
- Pillow (Pillows are provided, but sometimes it's nice to have your own.)
- Flashlight
- Umbrella
- Insect repellent
- Sunscreen
- Toiletries (Including shampoo, soap, etc.) / Meds
- Yoga mat (If you don't have one, no worries. We've got you covered!)
- Meditation cushion (We will provide a cushion for those that do not have one.)
- Journal and pen
- Towels (Linens provided. Towels are not.)
- Phone and charger - WiFi will be available, but we strongly encourage you to limit cellphone use during the retreat. We do encourage you to take photos though.
Retreat Principles
Candles and Incense
Use of open flames, candles, incense, and other flammables is not permitted inside any of the facilities. Participants will be held liable for any costs and damages caused by fire.
No smoking
Smoking is prohibited in the facility and outdoors within twenty (20) feet of the facility, as well as at any other designated No Smoking areas. This includes all vapor cigarettes and products.
Quiet Hours
Quiet hours are to be observed from 10:00 pm to 8:00 am daily.
Vehicles
Cars may be brought to the facility for loading and unloading then are to be parked at the designated parking lot. Mountain bikes are welcome.
Food and Garbage
The retreat center is located next to Pisgah National Forest. To keep both our guests and the wildlife safe it is important that all food be stored inside the facility.
Use of open flames, candles, incense, and other flammables is not permitted inside any of the facilities. Participants will be held liable for any costs and damages caused by fire.
No smoking
Smoking is prohibited in the facility and outdoors within twenty (20) feet of the facility, as well as at any other designated No Smoking areas. This includes all vapor cigarettes and products.
Quiet Hours
Quiet hours are to be observed from 10:00 pm to 8:00 am daily.
Vehicles
Cars may be brought to the facility for loading and unloading then are to be parked at the designated parking lot. Mountain bikes are welcome.
Food and Garbage
The retreat center is located next to Pisgah National Forest. To keep both our guests and the wildlife safe it is important that all food be stored inside the facility.
Map to Indigo Retreat Center
Video
Below is a video from a prior retreat. It is provided to give you a better feel for the retreat center.
