Transformational Women's Retreat in Northern California
April 16-19, 2026 | Weekend Retreat | 4 Days | Thursday to Sunday
The Catalyst Retreat is a uniquely curated three-day journey inward designed for women ready to explore their past, become present, and embody their truest self. Through curated coaching exercises, holotropic breathwork, yoga, and sound healing, participants will identify patterns that no longer serve them and reconnect with their intuition, body, and inner wisdom. This intimate experience welcomes women seeking meaningful shifts, deep connection with nature, and an inspiring community of like-minded individuals on the path of self-discovery.
Retreat Modalities Included
Curated Coaching Exercises
Guided Visualizations
Holotropic Breathwork
Yoga
Sound Healing
Nature Walks
Time for Peaceful Reflection
Movement & Mindfulness Sessions
Group Sharing
Closing Ritual & Integration
Private 1:1 Coaching Session Prior To The Retreat
Post-Retreat Integration Group Coaching Session
Who the Retreat Is For
This retreat welcomes all individuals who identify as female. The Catalyst Retreat was designed for women who are already on a journey of self-discovery and ready to go deeper, asking big questions and feeling the pull toward shifting something in their lives. It is ideal for women longing to reconnect with their intuition, body, and inner wisdom, and for those feeling drawn to connect with an inspiring community of women who will help them see themselves more clearly.
Retreat Description
A Journey of Connection, Clarity, and Calibration
The Catalyst Retreat offers a women's transformational retreat experience that invites participants into a carefully designed sequence of practices, each building on the one before to create lasting transformation. Nestled in the enchanting redwoods of Northern California, this women's retreat in California provides a sacred container for meaningful shifts and deep connection—connection with oneself, connection with nature, and connection with a powerful, curious, and inspiring group of women.
The Arc of Transformation: Connect, Claim, Calibrate
The retreat follows an intentional three-part framework that guides participants through profound inner work. During the Connect phase, women identify the patterns that once protected them but no longer serve them, and rediscover the unique qualities and strengths they may have forgotten or lost along the way. The Claim phase invites participants to gain a deep understanding of who they are today and what truly matters to them through coaching, journaling, and guided inquiry. Finally, the Calibrate phase helps women clarify what they want to bring forth in this next season of their lives and take intentional actions to make it real.
Breathwork, yoga, sound meditation, and somatic movement are intentionally woven throughout the weekend to help participants access the wisdom of their body, release what no longer serves them, and deepen their sense of presence. These embodied practices work in harmony with the reflective and coaching elements to create a holistic personal transformation experience.
Powerful Modalities for Deep Self-Discovery
This weekend retreat for women integrates multiple healing modalities in a deliberate progression. Curated coaching exercises spark insight and deepen self-awareness through uniquely crafted reflective practices. Holotropic breathwork and somatic movement help participants center themselves, unlock stored energy, and access deeper layers of consciousness. Guided visualizations allow women to tap into their intuition, release blocks, and reconnect with their essence.
Nature walks through Spirit Camp's 27 acres of redwood forest provide time for peaceful reflection, inviting inner knowing to unfold organically while immersed in the natural beauty of the Mendocino coast. Group sharing sessions create meaningful connections as participants gather with an inspiring community to cultivate insight and shared wisdom. The weekend concludes with a closing ritual & integration ceremony, helping women anchor their intentions and make meaningful commitments to what's next.
A Complete Transformational Package
The full retreat package includes all movement & mindfulness sessions, a private 1:1 coaching session with Christine Raschke or Monique Pearson prior to the retreat to set intentions for the journey ahead, and a post-retreat integration group coaching session to help participants carry their insights and growth forward into daily life. Three nights of accommodation at Spirit Camp are included, with check-in beginning at 3pm on Thursday, April 16th, and programming concluding at noon on Sunday, April 19th. Nourishing, organic vegetarian meals are prepared daily by a private chef, ensuring participants are well-nourished throughout their transformational journey.
This experience is limited to a maximum of 14 participants to support depth and connection, creating an intimate setting for authentic sharing and profound personal work. This personal growth retreat offers women the rare opportunity to step away from daily demands and invest fully in their own evolution, supported by expert facilitators and a compassionate community.
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About The Retreat Facilitators: Christine Raschke and Monique Pearson
Christine Raschke and Monique Pearson are catalysts for women ready to step into the most authentic version of themselves. Harvard Business School graduates with leadership roles in tech, start-ups, and consulting—as well as deep experience as executive coaches—they guide women through transformation, growth, and self-discovery. Their combined expertise in both the corporate world and the inner landscape of personal development creates a unique approach that honors both the strategic mind and the intuitive heart. Learn more about Christine and Monique at their facilitator page.
Spirit Camp Retreat Center
Within the gentle embrace of Northern California’s coastal woodlands, the Northern California Retreat Center at Spirit Camp stands as a dynamic portal to healing and self-discovery. Here, emerald ferns catch the morning light, and redwoods whisper old stories into the soft coastal wind. Just a short distance from Mendocino’s artisan shops and only a few hours from the Bay Area, this center merges accessibility and remoteness, granting each visitor the chance to activate their magic and align with nature’s primordial rhythm. You’ll find that even the simple act of wandering through quiet trails or settling before a campfire inspires a sense of reverence and grounded presence.
Spirit Camp curates a multitude of transformative experiences, offering spiritual retreats in Northern California for those seeking inner alignment, dance and embodiment retreats for those craving deeper bodily wisdom, and yoga retreat Mendocino immersions for anyone longing to harmonize breath, movement, and soul. Owned by a queer couple dedicated to inclusivity and authentic community, the center welcomes all who step onto its land. Whether you arrive for a men’s retreat, a women’s weekend, or a fully inclusive circle of seekers, you’ll find an atmosphere that respects diversity, encourages open dialogue, and honors each individual’s unique path.
The accommodations themselves reflect a spectrum of comfort and intimacy. Private cabins offer year-round coziness, while camping and glamping allow you to witness the forest’s nocturnal rhythms firsthand. Each season brings its own flavor of beauty: the hush of winter rains nurturing quiet reflection, the warmth of spring and summer evenings fueling communal connection. And throughout the year, moments of forest bathing, breathwork, and ancestral reconnection emerge as catalysts for meaningful healing, bridging the gap between who you’ve been and who you are becoming.
At Spirit Camp, you learn to unplug, not just from technology, but from the pressures and patterns that limit your growth. Here, you may rediscover your voice, tap into your inner wellspring of creativity, or simply rest in the company of towering trees that have stood watch for centuries. As you depart, carry with you the subtle lessons learned—an imprint of land, community, and spirit that continues to shape your journey long after you’ve returned home.