Esther: A Women’s Wellness Retreat
A sanctuary to restore, reconnect, and rise — together.
Nestled in the redwoods of Dawn Ranch in Guerneville, Esther is a seasonal retreat created for women seeking renewal, clarity, and meaningful connection.
September 29th – October 1st, 2026
With space for just 30 women, each retreat is an intimate journey of courage, wisdom, and sisterhood.
Restore your well-being with nourishment in nature
Reconnect with yourself and others through movement, reflection, and presence
Rise into your fullest expression of leadership, resilience, and joy
Our Story
Esther was born from the belief that when women gather, transformation happens. The name Esther means “star” — a symbol of light, courage, and guidance. Like Queen Esther, we honor resilience, renewal, and the power of stepping into one’s truth. At Esther, we weave ancient wisdom with modern practices to create a soulful space of belonging. Our mission is simple yet profound: To nurture women as they restore their balance, reconnect with their essence, and rise into leadership with strength and grace.
Retreat Experience
Location: Dawn Ranch
Dates: September 29th – October 1st, 2026
Capacity: 30 women
Each Esther Retreat is a three-day immersive journey in nature, movement, reflection, and community. Through curated workshops, healing rituals, and soulful gatherings, participants are invited to:
- Release what no longer serves
- Replenish mind, body, and spirit
- Reimagine what’s possible
Who Will Attend
Esther is designed for women across life stages and paths:
Leaders & Changemakers seeking renewal
Caregivers & Nurturers craving rest
Seekers & Healers exploring growth
Creators & Innovators inspired by community
Professionals in Transition finding clarity
Why You’ll Join
To reconnect with yourself in the beauty of nature
To heal and restore — body, mind, and spirit
To gain clarity for your next chapter
To experience the power of sisterhood
To bring home practical rituals for resilience and joy
The Esther Experience Journey
Rooted & Rising: A Journey of Renewal, Alignment & Embodied Transformation
The retreat unfolds as a carefully designed arc:
Grounding → Exploration → Expansion → Integration → Commitment
Participants leave with:
Renewed clarity and alignment
Tools for emotional regulation and self-awareness
A deeper connection to intuition and inner voice
A sense of community and shared wisdom
A personal commitment to ongoing renewal
Retreat Agenda
Day 1 — Grounding & Awareness
Returning to Self
Arrival, check-in & opening gathering
Wheel of Life: Mapping alignment across life dimensions
Somatics 101: Learning the language of your body
Dinner & evening Conscious Conversations Circle
Bonfire under the stars (optional)
Day 2 — Expansion & Expression
Releasing and Reclaiming
Breakfast in nature
Forest Bathing: Mindful immersion for nervous system reset
Mindful Meditation
Play as Medicine: Movement, joy, and stress release
Collective Expression: Art, creativity, and shared storytelling
Evening circle: The Seen, the Unseen & the Filters We Live Through
Night sky experience & stargazing
Day 3 — Integration & Commitment
Becoming & Carrying Forward
Breakfast
The Healing Power of Play
Living Plant Medicine: Everyday rituals for nourishment
Closing reflections
Renewal Commitment Ceremony
Final integration circle
Join Esther
This is more than a retreat.
It is a return to yourself — held in nature, guided by intention, and amplified by the power of women gathering.
Come as you are.
Leave rooted, rising, and radiant. ✨