Joy Retreat
West Bend, WI | January 29-31, 2027
3 days, 2 nights
January 29-31, 2027
Cedar Valley Retreat Center
West Bend, WI
Sliding scale pricing
Starting at $550 per person
Overview
Our retreat takes place at Cedar Valley Retreat Center, a sacred and serene sanctuary that offers everything we need to support a truly restful and rejuvenating weekend. Nestled in nature, it provides the perfect backdrop for deep healing and spiritual connection.
We planned this retreat with careful intention. Our main goal for this weekend is to provide those who give so much of themselves to others an opportunity to refill their cup. We both are a part of the caregiver community and wanted to plan a retreat that focused on increasing joy in life.
While giving so much of ourselves to others is admirable and rewarding in its own ways, it is also often draining. Purposefully engaging in joyful, playful practices is often hard to justify when you have so much to do. This weekend is intentionally filled with creative, fun, and joyful activities, giving you the opportunity to create or try something new without expectations or judgement.
Each day you can expect a balanced rhythm of guided activities. Nourishing, delicious meals will be lovingly prepared to support your body alongside yoga and movement practices.
Sliding Scale Pricing
Pillar
$550
Foundation
$700
Pay It
Forward
$850
The Pillar price is for those who struggle to meet basic needs. Paying for this retreat would be a significant hardship.
Financial assistance is more than likely needed for you to attend the retreat.
The Foundation price is for those who are able to meet their basic needs but have little-to-no expendable income.
Paying for this retreat may qualify as a sacrifice but it would not create hardship.
The Pay-It-Forward price is a few bucks above the actual cost of the retreat. The extra money goes toward supporting scholarships as well as future free and low-cost retreats.
This is an opportunity to not only experience this retreat, but also support your fellow community members.
About the sliding scale
The price for your retreat is based on a sliding scale system. We hope to make this retreat as financially accessible to as many people as possible. With this in mind we carefully crafted a sliding scale pricing system that allows us to keep the individual expense for the retreat low while allowing for Pay-It-Forward supporters to help subsidize the attendance of the Pillar supporters, and allow the retreat creators to be compensated for their work. Our pricing system was inspired by the work of Alexis J. Cunningfolk. Some text was taken directly from her blog with her consent. Learn more about Alexis’s system, The Green Bottle Method, and help determine which price option best suits you.
Please be mindful that if you purchase a price at the lowest end of the scale when you can truthfully afford the higher ticket prices, you are limiting access to those who truly need the gift of financial flexibility. Being honest with yourself and your financial situation when engaging with sliding scale practices grows strong and sustainable communities. It also respects the work of teachers and creators, like Kelsey & Angie, who have families to support and rent to pay. Additionally, when we are paid fairly, we are able to invest more time and resources to free and lower cost offerings.
Custom payment plans are available.
Note: The button above links to Moon in Scorpio (Angie’s website) where registration and payment are processed.
Pricing Includes
- 3 days and 2 nights at Cedar Valley Retreat Center
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) during the retreat
- All yoga, creativity, and mindfulness sessions
- Wifi at the retreat center
Pricing Excludes
- Travel to and from the retreat center
- Items from the on-site gift shop
Itinerary
Friday, January 29
3:00 p.m.
Arrival + check in
5:00 p.m.
Dinner
6:00 p.m.
Opening circle
7:00 p.m.
Restorative yoga + yoga nidra
Saturday, January 30
7:00 a.m.
Morning movement
8:00 a.m.
Breakfast
9:00 a.m.
Morning circle
9:30 a.m.
Tarot time
12:00 p.m.
Lunch
1:00 p.m.
Reflective writing
4:00 p.m.
Movement practice
5:30 p.m.
Dinner
6:00 p.m.
Pajama party (games, crafts, social time, etc.)
8:00 p.m.
Evening circle
8:30 p.m.
Moonlight meditation
Sunday, January 31
7:00 a.m.
Morning movement
8:00 a.m.
Breakfast
9:30 a.m.
Art + tarot time
12:00 p.m.
Lunch
1:00 p.m.
Winter walk
2:30 p.m.
Closing circle
Accommodations
Cedar Valley is a year-round retreat center and creative gathering space located on 100 acres of pastoral beauty in southeast Wisconsin. Guests are invited to experience peaceful natural surroundings, welcoming hospitality, and flexible indoor and outdoor spaces designed for reflection, learning, and connection.
With hiking trails, gardens, a pond, rolling hills, and panoramic views, Cedar Valley offers an inspiring environment for personal renewal, artistic exploration, and meaningful group experiences.
Facilities
- Clean, simple rooms with private bathroom
- Cozy dining room and lounge areas
- Gift shop with items from local artisans
- Art studio
Highlights
- Quiet, natural surroundings
- Native American Chapel
- Outdoor hiking trails and labyrinth
- Snowshoes available free of charge
Room Types
Single and shared rooms are available. Both housing options are the same cost per person. Each room has fresh linens and a bathroom with a shower. If you’d like to room with a specific person, please list their name on the registration form.
Accessibility
Cedar Valley Retreat Center is wheelchair accessible. The main building is multiple floors and has access via elevator to the upper floors. There are no major steps. Weather dependent, we will be taking a walk outside. The trails may be snow covered. Please let us know if you need accommodations for a walk on the trail.
Note: The button above links to Moon in Scorpio (Angie’s website) where registration and payment are processed.
Meet Your Hosts
Kelsey
Hi there! I’m delighted to serve as one of your leaders on this joyful, creative retreat.
My journey to yoga and mindful movement began after college – my life plans shifted dramatically, and I began to explore yoga as a way to support my mental and physical health. My teacher invited me to join the teacher training, and I was hooked! I love the blend of ancient wisdom and modern science, and the joy and sense of peace I feel after a practice. I began teaching and haven’t looked back!
As a lifelong learner, I’ve sought out continued trainings and am certified to teach meditation, hatha, restorative, vinyasa, and yin yoga in aerial, chair, and children’s yoga formats. Each style allows me to explore movement and self-awareness in a new way, and I’m so grateful to have learned and be able to share them all.
I have a liberal artsy mind – I love integrating different ideas, subjects, and experiences. Bringing together my love for yoga and wellness makes my heart sing! Two of my favorite recent endeavors are teaching mandala creation and mindful knitting – both lovely blends of mindfulness and creativity. I find that bringing awareness to experiences of self-expression is invaluable for knowing ourselves more deeply and just plain fun!
I’ve helped lead groups on retreat in the US, Canada, Portugal, and the Dominican Republic, and am very much looking forward to retreating with you at Cedar Valley. See you there!
Angie
Greetings! This is Angie, the founder of Moon In Scorpio, and one of the co-hosts for this retreat. I started my yoga journey in 2016 and, nearly 10 years in, I am so excited to offer another retreat opportunity. This is my fifth domestic retreat offering and I am so grateful that Kelsey and I are collaborating on an experience a little closer to home. Learn more about our journey together in the Retreat Collaboration section below.
A little more about me – I started practicing yoga about 10 years ago to help manage my anxiety. I found great solace in the hour I spent practicing hot power yoga. I started my teaching journey in 2017. I predominantly taught hot power yoga and then moved my focus into more restorative, hatha, and mindful movement practices. I continue to grow my craft by planning retreats, taking an abundance of training, and teaching lots of yoga. Right now I am learning more about yoga for athletes. I hope to integrate what I’ve learned into this retreat and my future teaching opportunities.
When I am not teaching or learning about yoga, I work in the construction industry as an equipment operator. I pave the roads that help you get to your destination. Most people are very shocked that my everyday job is so laborious. It is a bit of a juxtaposition between my winter yoga months and the intense asphalt months. I credit my yoga background for helping me to physically and mentally make it through the vigorous work season. Being mindful of your movement and what your body is telling you isn’t just for when you are in a yoga class or on a retreat. Taking that awareness into your everyday life is the real gift. I am grateful for my yoga background every time I set foot on the pavement and when I arrive home safe, and uninjured because I listened to my body. It is my hope that my teaching style is a reminder that yoga doesn’t end after savasana. I also hope that the next time you enter a construction zone you first slow down, and then give a little bit of thanks to the people out there helping to provide you with a smooth ride through life.
Thanks for your interest in this retreat. I am so excited to explore joyful practices with you!
Retreat Collaboration
Kelsey and Angie started dreaming about this retreat this past March while in the Dominican Republic on their first international retreat together. Before reuniting for yoga offerings, they crossed paths numerous times throughout life and have a long shared history of working together. They first met in grade school and both went to Marian University. While at college they collaborated in student government and mentorship. After college they were reunited through their shared love of yoga. They both feel strongly about helping people slow down amidst the busyness of life and connect with their deeper self. This shared philosophy was the perfect jumping off point for retreat planning. Leading a retreat together is the perfect blend of their passions and gifts.
When not planning retreats, Kelsey and Angie work closely together to develop yoga teaching content and educational opportunities. In the future, they plan to host continuing education opportunities for yoga practitioners and introductory training for those interested in becoming yoga instructors. They meet regularly to chat about yoga and life. They hope to host many more international and domestic retreats and explore the world together.
Payment Policy
A non-refundable $75 down payment is due at the time of registration. An invoice request will be sent to you for the remaining cost of the retreat. If you have issues during registration and are unable to pay the $75 deposit, we will add the deposit to the invoice request. The $75 deposit must be paid within 48 hours of registration to secure your spot.
If you are paying in full, the remainder of your payment is due no later than 30 days from the date of your registration or on Friday, January 15, 2027 (whichever comes first). If you are making payments, your balance is due no later than Friday, January 15, 2027.
Check your email for registration confirmation and the invoice request. If you need to change your accommodations or housing preferences before the start of the retreat, please reach out to us via phone or email.
Cancellation Policy
This retreat requires 6 participants to run. If this minimum is not met by January 15, 2027, you will be notified and refunded for the full cost of the retreat.
If it is necessary to cancel a registration for a retreat, please provide as much advance notice as possible so we can offer the available space to another retreatant. Registration fees cannot be transferred to another retreat. The $75 deposit upon registration is not included in the refund amounts listed below.
Refund amounts:
- Prior to January 1, 2027 – Refund of the total retreat cost
- January 1 to January 15, 2027 – Refund of 50% of the total retreat cost
- After January 15, 2027 – None of the retreat cost will be refunded
- No refund will be given if a retreatant leaves early or arrives late
Out of consideration for others on the waiting list, please make a commitment to attend the entire retreat.
If you have questions or would like further assistance with registration, contact us at (920) 539-9335 or email angie@mooninscorpioyoga.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is this retreat?
We can accommodate anywhere from 6-16 participants. We strive to create intimate experiences where we really get to know and build meaningful connections with one another.
Can my dietary restrictions/requests be accommodated?
Yes, most dietary requests can be accommodated. During the registration process, you can let us know of specific dietary requests. If your needs are great and you would like to supplement with your own food, storage and preparation areas are available.
What should I pack?
We are planning to share a suggested packing list with retreatants ahead of time. If you like to be prepared, here are some ideas to consider!
While most of our activities will take place indoors, we are planning to walk outside (weather permitting). Please pack appropriate outdoor clothing and footwear.
For our yoga and movement practices, bring loose clothing you feel comfortable moving in. We will provide any supplies you might need (i.e. mats, blocks, bolsters, blankets, straps), and you are welcome to bring any you have from home if that feels cozier!
You may also consider bringing any special snacks you like, a good book to read, and most importantly – a willingness to learn and experience joy!
Do I need to bring my own yoga mat?
You do not need to bring your own mat or yoga supplies. If you have a favorite item you can’t do yoga without please bring it along! We will have mats, blocks, bolsters, blankets, and straps are available.
Do I need to be an experienced yoga practitioner to attend this retreat?
Not at all! Kelsey and Angie designed this retreat for people on all levels of the yoga experience spectrum. Each class will have variations that work with your comfort level.
What does “circle” mean on the itinerary?
Circles are an opportunity for reflection and large group sharing. We follow a specific format (which we’ll guide you through!) where one person speaks at a time, sharing from the heart, and everyone else listens deeply. During circle, we get to check in with ourselves and one another – sharing joys, challenges, insights for the benefit of the group.
Do I have to participate in all of the events on the itinerary?
All of the planned events are purely optional. You can attend as many or as few of the sessions as you desire.
Will there be wifi?
Yes, Cedar Valley provides free wifi to its guests.
What if I can’t sleep?
The main building where we’re staying is open 24/7. You are welcome to hang out in the gathering room where we’ll hold most of the activities, or any of the lounge spaces throughout the building. Cedar Valley has a variety of games and books to read, and you’ll have access to refreshments in the dining area.
After I book and pay the deposit, can I make payments on my retreat?
Yes! During the booking process you have the option to select Payment Plan. Once you’re booked you’ll receive an email with important logistical information, a link to your invoice, and payment plan information. If you find you need to add a payment plan after booking, reach out to us and we can make it happen. Remember that deposits are non-refundable.
Can I use a discount code/coupon?
Yes – just let us know on the registration form! Please note that discounts cannot be applied to the $550 Pillar option. Due to the nature of the sliding scale, we cannot offer a greater discount to this tier of the pricing system as this selection is already being supplemented by the higher tier amounts. If you cannot access the retreat without a discount, you are encouraged to apply for financial assistance during the registration process. We strive to offer affordable and financially accessible retreats to everyone!
What if I can’t afford the retreat?
If you have any questions about the retreat cost or payment options, please reach out. Custom payment plans and financial assistance are available. We invite you to fill out the request form during registration or via the financial assistance application on Angie’s website. Financial assistance is based on available funds, and we will do our best to make this retreat financially accessible to you.