Welcome to Rising Moon Sisters Retreats
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Canada
DATES: MAY 28 - 31, 2026
ACCOMMODATION: Lake House, Ontario
COST: $966 - $1222 CAD (per person)
INCLUDED: Accommodations, Food, All Retreat Activities and more
SPOTS AVAILABLE: 6
NEAREST AIRPORT: Toronto Pearson
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A Sacred Pause by the Water's Edge
Tucked away in serene stillness, this lakeside sanctuary invites you to slow down, exhale deeply, and reconnect with the wisdom within. Surrounded by nature’s quiet beauty, we gather in sacred circle, sip tea on the dock, move gently, laugh freely, and journal by moonlight. This intimate retreat is a soft landing place—a reset for your nervous system, a balm for your heart, and a space to be wholly and gently held. Let the water reflect your healing. Let the stillness guide you home.
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A Sacred Return to Slow Living and Soulful Beauty
Nestled in the rolling hills of Umbria, where cypress trees stand tall and the scent of lavender drifts on the breeze, Locanda del Gallo is more than a destination—it’s a homecoming to the quiet within. Here, we rise slowly with the sun, sip espresso on stone terraces, and gather in sisterhood for deep soul work and moonlit rituals. With ancient olive groves, a saltwater pool, and the charm of nearby medieval villages, this retreat is a sensual journey through beauty, simplicity, and belonging. Let Italy hold you as you remember who you truly are.
Gubbio, Italy
DATES: SEPT 19 - 26, 2026
ACCOMMODATION: Locanda del Gallo
COST: €2175 - €2875 (per person)
INCLUDED: Accommodations, Food, All Retreat Activities and more
SPOTS AVAILABLE: 18
NEAREST AIRPORT: Rome (FCO)
Spain
DATES: SEPTEMBER, 2027
ACCOMMODATION: Oodles Retreat Centre
COST: €2175 - €3090 (per person)
INCLUDED: Accommodations, Food, All Retreat Activities and more
SPOTS AVAILABLE: 18
NEAREST AIRPORT: Valencia
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A Feminine Sanctuary Between Mountains and Sea
Tucked in the sun-drenched hills of Costa Blanca, Oodles is a hidden gem where the Mediterranean meets stillness and soul. Wake with golden light streaming through arched windows, wander lemon-scented paths, and share sacred circles beneath the stars. This Spanish escape offers the perfect blend of restoration and radiance, inviting you to slow down, soften, and reconnect with what matters most. A retreat to nourish your spirit, awaken your dreams, and celebrate your becoming.
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Awaken Your Wild and Remember Your Radiance
Surrounded by lush rainforest, vibrant flowers, and the symphony of howler monkeys and ocean waves, Synergy is a sanctuary for your untamed heart. Here, we rise barefoot and free, dance beneath waterfalls, and sink into deep healing through ceremony, sisterhood, and sacred rest. Just minutes from the wild Pacific coast, this Costa Rican retreat invites you to shed old stories and return to the earth, your breath, and your deepest truth. Come home to your body, your joy, your power.
Costa Rica
DATES: FEB 13 - 20, 2027
ACCOMMODATION: Synergy Retreat Centre
COST: $2495 - $3475 USD (per person)
INCLUDED: Accommodations, Food, All Retreat Activities
SPOTS AVAILABLE: 18
NEAREST AIRPORT: San Jose (SJO)
More Than Memories - a Sisterhood
You’ll leave this retreat with new friends and a strong connection with yourself to keep your transformation alive long after the last meditation session and sunset over the pacific ocean.
YOUR RETREAT LEADER
Elisabeth Joy
Retreat Founder, Curator & Mindfulness Coach
I am so pleased you are here and considering a retreat in Costa Rica with me.
I’ve spent over 20 years working in the field of women’s health, wellness, and self-care. I founded Fit4You in 2000 to help women feel strong and empowered in their bodies. After presenting at international conferences and teaching health and fitness professionals for two decades, I shifted my focus to supporting women through separation and divorce.
To serve you better, I’ve become Reiki attuned and certified as well as a Breath and Meditation Coach with Escape Haven, earned an Energy Healing Certificate from the Academy of Energy Healing, and completed Restorative Yoga teacher training at Sarovara Yoga.
I believe every woman can heal herself and create the life she deserves, beginning with self-care, self-discovery, and self-love. This philosophy is at the heart of the Rising Moon Sisters Retreats, which I currently run in Costa Rica, Europe, and Canada.
I can’t wait to take you on a life-changing journey at this or one of my other upcoming retreats.
Yours in healing and light,
Elisabeth xo
In their own words...
"The lightness I felt by day 3 I still can't describe. My shoulder tension was gone, and I was being my silly fun self again. I learned to love me, respect me and put me first. I got my confidence back. The ladies helped me realize I am a caring person. I truly was able to relax and enjoy making new friendships, take in the beautiful surroundings and oh my gosh, I ate so much food.."
— JANELLE F.
"Attending the Rising Moon Sisters retreat was an amazing experience. The beautiful setting and expert guidance from the leaders allowed me to reconnect with my body, mind and spirit. The retreat offered the perfect balance of yoga, meditation, workshops and relaxation. The accommodations and meals were amazing. I left feeling rejuvenated and empowered."
— STEPHANIE M L.
A Typical Day with your Rising Moon Sisters
- 7:30am - Morning practice (this can be yoga, meditation, journaling, breathwork or any combination of)
- 9am - Breakfast
- 10am - Workshop, free time and/or excursions exploring local culture and sights
- 1pm - Lunch
- Free time, Excursions and optional spa treatments
- 5pm - Afternoon practice (not all days)
- 6:30pm - Dinner
- Socializing and ceremonies (only some days)
**This is only a sample. Every day will be a little different and also the same.
"This retreat was absolutely awesome and will go down for me as a week to cherish and to remember forever. There were so many moments throughout the week that touched into parts of me that I’ve experienced before but that needed some gentle prodding. And there were so many new discoveries that I have much gratitude for discovering in the company of other women who brought their own vulnerability.
Your support and leadership this week were gifts that created the space necessary to open up to my own vulnerability in the presence of these women.
You clearly have a passion to channel messages of self love and self worth and lots of other wellness layers to others and I was fortunate to be one of those people in your presence."
— KAREN W-B.
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