Off-The-Grid Adventures 

This wilderness adventure, in the Alaskan Manitoba Yurt System, is designed to bring people together through shared experiences, meaningful conversations, and time in nature. The first three nights of the retreat are dedicated to building community while getting to know one another, creating connections that help foster a sense of trust, belonging, and support throughout the journey.

During this time, guests will share sleeping spaces with fellow participants, adding to the spirit of togetherness that makes the experience so special. The retreat takes place completely off the grid, with no running water or electricity, inviting everyone to slow down, unplug, and be present with themselves, each other, and the natural world.

Facilities are simple and rustic, including shared primitive toilets. While the accommodations are basic, many participants find that living closely with the group becomes one of the most memorable and rewarding parts of the experience. Come ready for adventure, connection, laughter around the campfire, and the chance to be part of a community that forms in a truly unique setting while embracing somatics and breathwork within the beauty and support of the Alaskan wilderness. 

Charming Alpine Town

The retreat carries forward the connections we've built in the wilderness while easing into the cozy mountain town of Girdwood, Alaska. After several days of unplugging and living close to nature, we'll settle into a new rhythm that blends adventure, restoration, and community.

We'll continue working with somatic practices and breathwork to support deeper awareness, healing, and integration, while also making space for rest and enjoyment. A visit to Alyeska Nordic Spa offers the chance to soak, unwind, and experience the benefits of hydrotherapy surrounded by stunning mountain views.

Together, we'll explore the beauty of the area through gentle hikes, mountain adventures, creative activities, and plenty of opportunities to connect with one another. Whether it's sharing stories over a meal, taking in the scenery, or simply enjoying a slower pace, this part of the retreat is designed to help you feel grounded, supported, and inspired.

Accommodations are available in a variety of styles to fit different needs. Some spaces are shared, offering a chance to continue building friendships and enjoying the community experience, while others provide more privacy and quiet time for rest and integration. Whether you recharge best with others or in your own space, we invite you to choose the package that feels like the best fit for you.

Nordic Wellness Experience 

Pause and breathe deeply with two 3-hour Nordic spa experiences nestled in Alaska's breathtaking natural beauty. Rooted in Scandinavian wellness traditions, each session invites you to move between soothing heat, invigorating cold plunges, and restorative hydrotherapy, inviting space for both your body and mind to unwind with more ease.

The gentle rhythm of hot and cold immersion helps release tension, improve circulation, calm the nervous system, and support your body's natural recovery. More than a spa experience, these sessions offer a quiet opportunity to integrate the insights, healing, and personal growth of your retreat which can leave you feeling grounded, renewed, and deeply nourished from the inside out.

Daily Somatic Sessions 

Heidi Potton 

Raised in Alaska with an unwavering sense of adventure and a deep connection to the natural world, Heidi Potton brings a grounded, compassionate approach to her work in somatic therapy, meditation, breathwork, and mindful movement. With a deep belief in the body's innate capacity to heal, she creates opportunities for participants to reconnect with themselves, regulate the nervous system, and better understand the patterns that no longer serve them while developing sustainable practices that support lasting change.

As a Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselor, The Core Rising Somatic Practitioner, Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200), Certified Yoga Teacher (CYT-500), and 200-hour Kundalini Yoga Teacher, Heidi brings a unique blend of therapeutic expertise, embodied practices, and mindfulness-based approaches to her work. For several years, she has facilitated groups, workshops, and retreats, creating supportive spaces where individuals can slow down, reconnect, and experience healing in community. She is passionate about guiding experiences that weave together adventure, healing, and community, inviting participants to step beyond the familiar, deepen their connection with themselves and others, and embrace meaningful transformation through shared experiences.

Daily Breathwork Sessions 

Sarah Stepans

As the founder of Waking Magic Within and owner of The Collective in Laramie, Wyoming, Sarah Stepans brings a unique blend of healthcare experience, trauma-informed healing practices, and integrative wisdom to retreat spaces. With over two decades as a Registered Nurse (BSN, RN), she has witnessed the profound connection between the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of healing, inspiring her to explore and share practices that support whole-person transformation.

As a trauma-informed Reiki Master, Yoga Teacher (RYT), Breathwork Facilitator, Past Life Regression Facilitator, Shamanic Practitioner, Integrative Practitioner, and Trance Dance Facilitator, Sarah creates intentional spaces for deep connection, self-discovery, and healing. Her breathwork sessions invite participants to experience the powerful relationship between breath, body, and awareness, supporting relaxation, emotional processing, nervous system regulation, and a deeper connection to the wisdom within.

Through conscious breathing, movement, and integrative practices, participants are guided to release what no longer serves them, reconnect with their inner resources, and access a greater sense of presence and possibility. Drawing from both clinical experience and spiritual practice, Sarah honors the innate healing capacity within each person and offers a compassionate space to explore transformation, connection, and renewal.