G A T H E R

An Annual Autumn Day Retreat in Rockport, MA.

Moving with the Cycles + Rhythms of Nature

Sunday, October 5 | 10-6 PM

Joanna Benevides + Rachael Duda Maitland

We invite you to join us for our annual Autumn Day Retreat at the historic Windhover in Rockport Ma., a well-known non-profit performing arts center that has become our sweet and sacred gathering space to honor and celebrate the cycles of the seasons.  

Our day will be filled with a deep and soulful immersion of ritual and ceremony, movement and meditation, sound therapy, and herbology, all complemented by a seasonal lunch artfully crafted using locally sourced ingredients to nourish both body and soul. A beautiful blend of earth-based wisdom, holistic practices, and connection and community in order to slow down, and deepen our relationship with ourselves, one another, and the natural world around us.

Our Home for the day:

Rich in history, Windhover is a non-profit performing arts center tucked away in charming Pigeon Cove in Rockport Ma. that has served the community as a place to learn, perform, and share the beauty of dance and the related arts in a natural setting for over 50 years. It is located on 4 ½ acres of beautiful open meadows, forest’s, and outdoor gardens with sacred and rustic architectural treasures where you are fully immersed in nature. The name Windhover symbolizes the soaring of one’s imagination and the spiritual quest that informs art.

What’s Included:

~ Fresh Juice/Herbal Tea upon arrival

~ A Morning Movement/Qigong Practice designed around the 5 Elements

~ A nourishing Heart-to-Table Vegan Lunch crafted by Catrina Muolo, the Chef and Owner of Planted. This woman-owned small business is celebrated for its nutrient-rich, plant-based creations that highlight the beauty and flavor of wholesome ingredients.

~ A Therapeutic Yin Practice and Meditation with Crystal Sound Bowls

~ A Tea Ceremony to honor and express gratitude for the harvest, and share in a moment of calm reflection by using warming, earthy teas and natural elements

~ Herbal Oil Infusions/Tinctures

* We also encourage you to take advantage of being on the coast during this gorgeous time, and conclude your day by visiting one of Rockport's nearby beaches, Halibut Point and/or walking trails. This is a beautiful opportunity to honor the water and connect with its healing medicine.We will be sharing some of our favorite peaceful local spots.

*These gatherings are centered around fostering connection and community, and are an open and loving space for all. They are a coming together of all ages and backgrounds, and spaces to learn and grow together. 

Optional BIPOC Discount: We provide a discounted rate to those who identify as Black, Indigenous and People of Color.

We also provide a sliding scale for those with financial constraints. Please reach out to us directly here and we will work out a plan for you to join us!