In the heart of Hume, VA, The Teal Center presents the Remembering Your Joy Retreat—a time to celebrate and reconnect with the luminous joy that innately resides within you.
CELEBRATE - RECONNECT - EXPAND
Picture this:
A charming house, surrounded by the tranquil beauty of Hume, Virginia, a hidden gem just a little over an hour’s drive from the hustle and bustle of Arlington. This is the home of Brenda Teal, the visionary founder and owner of the Teal Center. With an open heart and a deep commitment to fostering transformation, Brenda has graciously opened the doors of her private residence for this special occasion.
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Let your joy be reawakened
Our Wellness Program
DAY ONE
10:00 - 10:30 am | Arrive & Check In
10:30 - 11:00 am | Welcome
11:00 - 12:15 pm | Sound Bath
12:15 - 1:00 pm | Inner Child Meditation & Activity
1:15 - 2:15 pm | Lunch
2:15 - 3:15 pm | Qigong Workshop
3:30 - 4:45 pm | Breathwork & Journaling Workshop
5:00 - 5:45 pm | Movement & Dance Workshop
5:45 - 6:45 pm | Dinner
6:45 - 7:30 pm | Closing Circle
8:30 - 9:30 pm | Ceremony, Prep for Day Two & Drum Circle (for full program participants)
DAY TWO - Silent Day (optional)
7:15 – 8:00 am | Group Meditation
8:00 – 8:30 am | Silent Breakfast
8:30 – 9:15 am | Walking in Nature
9:15 – 10:00 am | Mindfulness of the Body & the Breath Talk
10:00 – 10:30 am | Silent Practice & Integration
10:30 – 11:00 am | Mindful Walking in Nature
11:00 – 11:30 am | Loving Kindness Talk
11:30 – 12:00 pm | Silent Practice & Integration
12:00 – 1:00 pm | Silent Lunch
1:00 – 2:00 pm | Free Time
2:00 – 3:00 pm | Breaking Silence with Small Group Sharing
3:00 – 3:30 pm | Gather & Closing
Reasons You Should Attend
Physical and Mental Health Benefits
Wellness retreats offer numerous physical and mental health benefits, including stress relief, lower blood pressure, improved fitness, mood elevation, better sleep, and enhanced cognitive function. Also, making direct contact with the electron supply on the earth’s surface improves physiological and psychological well-being.
Spiritual Awareness
Connecting with your spiritual side can give new meaning and purpose to your life. It allows for the space where you can learn more about who you really are and what truly matters to you. As you keep exploring, you start to find a sense of peace and clarity that comes from within.
Break Away From Routine
Our daily routines can provide a sense of comfort and stability, helping us navigate the challenges of life with greater ease. Yet, if we’re not mindful, these same routines can limit our growth and keep us stuck in old patterns. By stepping outside your comfort zone and embracing the unknown, you open yourself up to the miraculous possibilities that await you.
Meet Like-minded Individuals
When you attend a wellness retreat, you open yourself up to the beautiful possibility of connecting with kindred spirits who share your journey of growth and life expansion. In this sacred space, walls come down and hearts open up, allowing for authentic sharing and deep, meaningful conversations. You discover that you are never truly alone on this journey of life.
Your Retreat Includes
Meaningful Connections
Seasonal and Nourishing Meals
Movement
Workshops
Guided Meditation and Breathwork
Increased
Self-Awareness
Nature
Walks
Welcome
Gift Bag
Personal
Insight
What if you could...
…release layers of stress that have accumulated over time?
…embrace the profound peace and spaciousness of your own heart?
…begin to realize that deep, abiding joy comes from living in alignment with your true nature?
Meet Your Facilitators
Allison Tilluma
CMT, Breathworker, Herbalist
Nevin Turk
Mindfulness Meditation and
QiGong Teacher & Silent Day Facilitator
Dante Baker
Sound Bath Facilitator
Crystal Kaplan
Co-host, LMT, BCST
Brenda Teal
Host & Visionary
Shawna Williams
Staff
Cristina Blanco
Staff
How You Can Participate
Registration for the Remembering Your Joy Retreat is now open. This transformative weekend offers two ways to participate:
Day Retreat (Saturday Only)
Immerse yourself in a full day of soul-nourishing activities designed to help you reconnect with your inner joy through heartfelt sharing, uplifting practices, and the power of community.
DAY ONE
10:00 – 10:30 am | Arrive & Check In
10:30 – 11:00 am | Welcome
11:00 – 12:15 pm | Sound Bath
12:15 – 1:00 pm | Inner Child Meditation & Activity
1:15 – 2:15 pm | Lunch
2:15 – 3:15 pm | Qigong
3:30 – 4:45 pm | Breathwork & Journaling
5:00 – 5:45 pm | Movement & Dance
5:45 – 6:45 pm | Dinner
6:45 – 7:30 pm | Closing Circle
8:30 – 9:30 pm | Ceremony, Prep for Day Two & Drum Circle (for full program participants)
Weekend Retreat
(Saturday & Sunday)
For those who want to deepen their experience, our Weekend Retreat provides time of quiet introspection which will allow the lessons learned on Saturday to sink in, empowering you to bring your newfound joy and clarity into your daily life.
You’ll spend the night in our comfortable dorm-style or semi-private accommodations and enjoy a silent Sunday to reflect on the insights you’ve gained. Breakfast and lunch will also be provided.
You’ll receive gentle guidance and support from our experienced facilitator, Nevin Turk, ensuring that you have the space and structure needed to make the most of your introspective journey.
Dorm-Style Room
(6 single beds)
EARLY BIRD: $367
REGULAR PRICE: $417
The Weekend Retreat includes the Saturday schedule, plus:
(Sat) 8:30 – 9:30 pm | Drum Circle; Entering silence: Prep Ceremony for Day 2
7:15 – 8:00 am | Group Meditation
8:00 – 8:30 am | Silent Breakfast
8:30 – 9:15 am | Walking in Nature
9:15 – 10:00 am | Mindfulness of the Body & the Breath Talk
10:00 – 10:30 am | Silent Practice & Integration
10:30 – 11:00 am | Mindful Walking in Nature
11:00 – 11:30 am | Loving Kindness Talk
11:30 – 12:00 pm | Silent Practice & Integration
12:00 – 1:00 pm | Silent Lunch
1:00 – 2:00 pm | Free Time
2:00 – 3:00 pm | Breaking Silence with Small Group Sharing
3:00 – 3:30 pm | Gather & Closing
Dormitory Style Room – 6 beds, sleeps 6.
Semi-private Room – 2 queen beds, sleeps 4. Room divider provided.