The Sentinel

The Sentinel

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Yoga, Meditation, Health & Wellness, Plant Medicine, Relationship & Community, Leadership & Social Change
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Kaslo, British Columbia, Canada

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About The Sentinel

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Mission & Vision

The Sentinel exists to realize the full potential of humanity, creating a mindful world beyond convention through cutting edge transformative processes.

Upcoming Retreats at The Sentinel

Topic Plant Medicine

4 Day - View From The Edge | IBC, Parts Work & Heart Alchemy Retreat

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Date July 2 - 6, 2026
Center The Sentinel Kaslo, British Columbia
From CAD $1,990 / 5 days
4.95
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Topic Plant Medicine

Starlight Medicine Retreat

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Date July 22 - 27, 2026
Center The Sentinel Kaslo, British Columbia
From CAD $2,994 / 6 days
4.95
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Topic Plant Medicine

4 Day - The Boulter Method Retreat

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Date August 6 - 9, 2026
Center The Sentinel Kaslo, British Columbia
From CAD $1,739 / 4 days
4.95
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Topic Plant Medicine

Trauma as Medicine Retreat

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Date September 23 - 28, 2026
Center The Sentinel Kaslo, British Columbia
From CAD $3,000 / 6 days
4.95
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Topic Relationship & Community

3 Day Love Getaway - Couples Retreat

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Date 3 Days Package
Center The Sentinel Kaslo, British Columbia
From CAD $1,224
4.95
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Topic Health & Wellness

3 Day Winter Rejuvenation Package

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Date 3 Days Package
Center The Sentinel Kaslo, British Columbia
From CAD $600
4.95
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Topic Health & Wellness

3 Day Winter Rejuvenation Package

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Date Flexible Dates
Center The Sentinel Kaslo, British Columbia
CAD $350
4.95
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Venue & Amenities

Venue & Amenities
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms icon A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi icon Free Wifi
Spa icon Spa
Sauna icon Sauna
Pool icon Pool
Towels icon Towels
Free Parking icon Free Parking
Kitchen icon Kitchen
Tour Assistance icon Tour Assistance
Hot Tub icon Hot Tub
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Cafe icon Cafe
Restaurant icon Restaurant
Fitness Center icon Fitness Center
Yoga Studio icon Yoga Studio
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Overlooking spectacular Kootenay Lake, the Lodge, with its massive windows and expansive deck affords breathtaking lake & mountain views. The Maloca, a magnificent round, timbered ceremonial and activity space, seems to float above the lake. A short stroll from the Lodge, the Sentinel's spa deck, with its unique wood-fired sauna and cedar-lined hot tub is a favourite gathering spot for guests, year-'round. 700' of lakefront, with deck, firepit and yoga area is a tranquil spring/summer area.

Meals

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Menu Types

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Ayurvedic icon Ayurvedic
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Organic icon Organic
Gluten Free icon Gluten Free
Dairy Free icon Dairy Free
Nut Free icon Nut Free
Guests rave about our food! Sentinel meals are prepared with ingredients sourced whenever possible from our organic, on-property garden. We can accommodate virtually any dietary requirement.

Getting Here

Location icon The Sentinel, Kaslo, British Columbia, Canada

Directions

We are a 50-minute drive north of Nelson, BC, just outside the charming village of Kaslo. We are 9 hours by car from Vancouver, and 8 hours from Calgary. These drives are incredibly beautiful, wending through some of North America's most spectacular mountain terrain. There are flights (approx. 1 hour) from both Vancouver & Calgary to our nearest airport, in Castlegar, which is a scenic 1.5 hours from our door. Driving from Nelson, follow highway 3A north to Balfour (Kootenay Lake ferry landing), and proceed another 20-25 minutes on Highway 31 north. There is a "Sentinel Retreat" blue road sign on the highway (approx. 60 km from Nelson). Slow down and prepare to take a sharp right turn onto Amundsen Road. The Sentinel is located at bottom of the hill. Please observe signs.

Customer Reviews

4.95 out of 5.0 average rating

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Life-Changing Experience
The week I spent at the Sentinel for Awaken was truly life-changing. It was an experience that helped me close chapters from my past, reconnect with myself, and discover who I really am.

Throughout the program, I gained a deeper understanding of myself, found clarity, and learned how to live more fully in the present moment. I now have a greater sense of awareness and appreciation for life, and I feel better equipped to move forward with confidence and purpose.

I am incredibly grateful for this journey and would highly recommend it to anyone seeking personal growth, self-discovery, and a more meaningful connection with themselves.


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Awaken retreat at the Sentinel - Amazing, for those willing to do the work
I have now been to the Sentinel four times - twice each for individual work and within a group. In all my visits the facilities, lodging, facilitators, programming, support staff, and food (OMG, the food!), have been truly top tier. Yet, at Awaken, the Sentinel crew somehow managed to raise those qualities to another level of quality.

The four main facilitators and their two assistants generated a safe, supportive environment and, importantly, guided attendees in establishing a container in which the group collectively held space for and contributed to the work of each individual. The importance of this cannot be overstated; particularly for someone like me who has long been skeptical of group work.

There was much laughter, camaraderie, and deep love shared by all. However, I suggest this retreat is not for someone looking for a week of relaxation and casual self-reflection. Certainly, there is a lot of "down time" for integration and rest; however, every person at the Sentinel--from the office staff to the facilitators, have dedicated their lives to supporting the realization of the full potential of humanity, and are serious in achieving that goal. Participants are gently but firmly directed toward bringing forward and facing the conditioned thoughts, patterns, and behaviors that no longer serve them and present barriers to creating their highest selves.

If you are willing to do the hard work in among people who want to change themselves and the world, this is the retreat. It is truly a profound and life-changing experience.

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Life Changing Experience
Richard and Gillian have skillfully crafted a retreat center that transcends its physical presence. The love and care is undeniable, and their experience and wisdom are vast.

On a technical level, the rooms were clean, the shared space was inviting, the food served was tasty and nutritious, and the whole team of staff were kind and accommodating. The space has access to sauna and cold plunge, hot tub, swimming or kayaking in the lake, hammocking.

Truly the perfect space to rediscover yourself in an environment where your spirit can be held.

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Beautiful peaceful space
The location, food, and staff are gentle and thoughtful. The space is clean, spacious and calming. Great views of the lake everywhere.

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LiberateD bandwidth
I listened to the recording, loved it. I recognize so much of my bandwidth has been taken up with 'stuff' it just doesn't need to be drained out from.
It's great to be aware of triggers etc. To allow and Alchemize then quickly so I just don't tuck into that unnecessary stuff anymore.
I am really enjoying learning these tools to actually bodily use in my day to day experience, my 'bandwidth' is calmer, levelled and balance and doesn't drag me into the dark alleys so much. Thanks for this one.
p.s, I was online, but wowzer, stunning looking venue purpose built for this jam.

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