Rest & Rejuvenate
About this Retreat
Details of this retreat
A Rest & Rejuvenation Retreat at the Art of Living Retreat Center is a customizable combination of meditation, yoga, outdoor activities, and so much more. Whether you come on a solo retreat or with a partner, you’ll discover our peaceful campus, nourishing food, Ayurveda treatments and therapies, and opportunities to reconnect with your true self—or do nothing at all.
Our R&R Retreats include access to a variety of life-enhancing workshops and activities that reduce stress, increase mental focus, revive your senses, and strengthen your overall well-being.
SCHEDULE
Day 1
06:00 PM – Dinner
07:30 PM - Session #1 (Introduction)
Day 2
06:30 AM – Morning session
07:30 AM - Breakfast
09:30 AM – Session # 2 - Wellness workshop
11:00 AM - Guided hike
12:30 PM - Lunch & Personal time
02:00 PM - Invigorating rest
02:30 PM - Session # 3 - Wellness workshop
03:30 PM – Personal time, nature walk
05:00 PM - Session # 4 - Interaction with keynote guest
06:00 PM - Dinner
07:30 PM - Meditative chants
08:30 PM - Star gazing & Bonfire
09:00 PM - End of Day
Day 3
06:30 AM – Morning session
07:30 AM - Breakfast
09:30 AM – Session # 5- Wellness workshop
11:00 AM - Guided tour of the Centre
12:30 PM - Lunch/Personal time (& room checkout)
02:00 PM - End of day or Optional activities
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Une Retraite de Repos et de Rajeunissement au Centre de Retraite L'Art de Vivre est une combinaison personnalisable de méditation, de yoga, d'activités de plein air, et de bien d'autres choses encore. Que vous veniez en solo ou en couple, vous découvrirez notre campus paisible, notre cuisine nourrissante, nos traitements et thérapies ayurvédiques et les possibilités de vous reconnecter à votre véritable soi ou de ne rien faire du tout.
Nos retraites R&R comprennent l'accès à une variété d'ateliers et d'activités qui améliorent la vie et réduisent le stress, augmentent la concentration mentale, ravivent les sens et renforcent le bien-être général.
HORAIRE
Jour 1
18h00 - souper
19h30 - séance no 1 (introduction)
Jour 2
06h30 - séance du matin
07h30 - déjeuner
09h30 - séance no 2 - Atelier bien-être
11h00 - promenade guidée
12h30 - dîner et temps libre
14h00 - repos revigorant
14h30 - séance no 3 - Atelier bien-être
15h30 - temps libre, marche en nature
17h00 - séance no 4 - interaction avec un invité spécial
18h00 - souper
19h30 - chants méditatifs
20h30 - contemplation des étoiles et feu de camp
21h00 - fin
Jour 3
06h30 - séance du matin
07h30 - déjeuner
09h30 - séance no 5 - Atelier bien-être
11h00 - visite guidée du Centre
12h30 - dîner/temps libre (et départ de la chambre)
14h00 - fin de la journée ou activités optionnelles
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Getting Here
Directions
Recommended Airports
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YUL - Montréal–Trudeau International Airport (135 km)
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Driving directions
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Type the following address for GPS: 13 Chemin de L’Infinite, St-Mathieu-du-Parc, QC G0X 1N0
PLEASE NOTE: From Rte 351, DO NOT turn into Chemin du Lac Gareau. Instead, drive to the Yellow Sign (see picture) at the entrance of the Centre and turn in. This is Chemin de L’Harmonie. Drive for about 1 Km to the Reception on the left.
The data signal as you approach the center is spotty, therefore, the center recommends that you save a screenshot of your direction, save offline maps, or carry a printout.
Airport: Montréal–Trudeau International Airport Airport transfer available: Montréal–Trudeau International Airport (CAD 80 per person)
Additional charges may apply.
Accommodation
================================================================================================================== Private Suite - Chalet ================================================================================================================== Each of our chalets boasts a character of its own. Surrounded by the maple and birch forest, these chalets are designed for year-round comfort. These well-insulated buildings are heated and available for year-round accommodation. Our chalets sport warm and spacious living/dining areas with 2-4 single beds plus a sofa bed, a fully-equipped kitchenette, and functional washrooms with in-built showers. Chalets can accommodate two to five guests. Brightly lit suite Cozy home linens Basic kitchen appliances(incl iron/board, refrigerator, etc) Each chalet features one-two bedroom each with two single beds ================================================================================================================== Retreat Room - Bodhisattva ================================================================================================================== Cozy rooms with a view of the lake/forest. Each room contains a private bathroom and three single beds with plenty of room for personal belongings. Bodhisattva is just minutes from the big meditation hall and the main building. Single beds Private bathroom Free Wi-Fi ================================================================================================================== Dormitory Room - Hermitage ================================================================================================================== "Hermitage" is located amidst of forest. Enjoy a rustic yet enjoyable stay in a dormitory-style room that has two bunk beds, some storage, and lots of light and fresh air. The rooms on each floor have a common balcony and a large shared bathroom. ================================================================================================================== Camping ================================================================================================================== This option is for the adventurous and is available seasonally (July - September). Bathrooms are shared and outside in separate buildings. Camping equipment is not included.
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Venue & Amenities
Numerous freshwater lakes and nature trails
Extensive organic gardens and orchards
Delicious sattvic cuisine
Calming, Ayurvedic massages offered at on-site spa
Serene meditation hall for yoga, meditation and ceremonies
Outdoor fire pit for cool evenings