Return to JOY: Nourishing Day Retreat - August 23, 2026
Sunday, August 23rd from 2:00PM-8:00PM
Rising Moon Studio, 52219 RR231, Sherwood Park
Regular - $222+gst/ person
EARLYBIRD Price - $199+gst by August 1st (Light Dinner Included)
Secure your spot in advance to ensure availability, as space is limited! (Only 10 spots available)
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RETURN TO JOY ☀️ — A soul-nourishing day retreat to pause, reconnect, and fill your cup before the rhythms of fall begin 🍂
In a world that has become increasingly busy, disconnected, and fast-paced, many of us are quietly carrying the weight of doing life alone. We spend so much time working, scrolling, rushing from one responsibility to the next, that we’ve forgotten what it feels like to simply gather with others, laugh without reason, share meaningful conversations, and feel like we truly belong.
Joy was never meant to be experienced in isolation.
It grows in community. It multiplies when it’s shared. It reminds us that healing doesn’t always have to look heavy—it can look like smiling with strangers who become friends, sharing a meal around a table, celebrating one another, and remembering that life is meant to be lived together.
Joy has never been a reward waiting at the finish line. It is a frequency that exists within you, patiently waiting to be remembered as a collective.
Joy softens the nervous system, opens the heart, increases resilience, and reminds the body what it feels like to truly be alive. When we intentionally cultivate joy, we naturally raise our vibration—not by forcing positivity, but by creating space for presence, gratitude, laughter, play, and genuine connection.
Together, we’ll journey through a heart-opening day designed to reconnect you with that feeling:
✨ Joy Workshop – A playful and inspiring experience filled with reflection, connection, laughter, and meaningful practices that help you rediscover what genuinely lights you up. Together, we’ll explore how joy becomes a daily practice rather than a fleeting emotion.
🎶 Sound Bath – Allow yourself to melt into the healing vibrations of crystal singing bowls and therapeutic instruments as your nervous system softens, your mind quiets, and your body enters a state of deep restoration. A chance to simply receive.
🔥❄️ Hot & Cold Therapy – Experience the revitalizing contrast of wood-fired sauna, hot tub, and cold plunge. Heat encourages deep relaxation while the cold awakens your senses, boosts circulation, and leaves you feeling incredibly energized, refreshed, and alive.
🍽️ Light Dinner Included – Gather around the table to nourish your body while sharing meaningful conversations, laughter, and connection with a beautiful community.
🎁 Curated Goodie Bag – Leave with a thoughtfully curated collection of wellness-inspired gifts to continue nurturing your joy and well-being long after the retreat ends.
✨ A Joyful Surprise – Because some of life’s most beautiful moments are the ones we don’t see coming. We’ve created a special surprise designed to spark childlike wonder, celebration, and delight—reminding you that joy often lives in the unexpected.
This day isn’t about fixing yourself.
It isn’t about becoming a happier person.
It’s about remembering that beneath the stress, responsibilities, expectations, and endless busyness… joy has always been there.
If your soul has been craving a deep exhale, meaningful connection, and a day dedicated entirely to filling your own cup before the rhythms of fall begin, we’d love to welcome you.
Come as you are.
Leave lighter, brighter, and carrying a little more joy than when you arrived 🫶🏼
Return to JOY: Nourishing Day Retreat - August 23, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
We recommend bringing:
- Comfortable clothing
- A yoga mat (available at the studio if needed)
- A blanket and pillow
- A water bottle
- An eye mask or other comfort items if desired
We recommend arriving 10 minutes before the scheduled start time. Doors open 10 minutes prior and close 5 minutes after the start to honour the sacred container. Late entry is not permitted.
Each event may have a different time, location, and specific details. After booking, you will receive a confirmation email. You can also visit our Event Collection page to find your event and view the full description including time, location, and any special notes.
If you need assistance, feel free to contact us at info@newstarseed.com
Sound baths are generally safe for most people. However, we recommend checking with your healthcare provider if you:
- Are pregnant
- Have a pacemaker or other medical implant
- Experience epilepsy, seizures, or severe tinnitus
If you have any health concerns, feel free to reach out to us before booking.
Not at all. Our sound baths are open to everyone, whether you are new to meditation and sound healing or are familiar with these practices. Simply come with an open heart and a willingness to receive.
Yes! We offer private sound baths for:
- Individuals
- Couples
- Families
- Friends
- Small groups
Private sessions can be held at our studio, in your home, or at a desired location. Each session is carefully curated to meet your intentions and needs.