Escape the chaos of everyday life and join us for a week of movement, nature, and meaningful human connection on beautiful Lasqueti Island.
This retreat is an opportunity to step away from the noise of the city and return to the basics of wellbeing: moving the body, spending time in nature, nourishing yourself with good food, and connecting with a small group of like-minded people.
Throughout the week, we will explore a wide range of movement practices designed to help you discover greater freedom, strength, and creativity in your body. The sessions are playful, accessible, and open to all levels of experience.
Each day includes a morning yoga and meditation practice, two movement workshops, time to rest and reflect, nourishing meals, and space to enjoy the natural beauty of the island.
By the end of the week, you will feel more connected to your body, more relaxed in your nervous system, and inspired to continue exploring movement in your daily life. You will also leave with new friendships and connections that continue well beyond the retreat.
What We Will Explore
Here are some of the practices that we will be diving into throughout the week:
- Foundational Strength and Mobility Training
- Soft Acrobatics and Floor Work
- Partner practices, inspired by from Contact Improvisation, Dance, and Acro Yoga
- Creative exploration through improvisation and playful movement
- Thai massage and therapeutic bodywork workshops to learn simple ways of caring for one another’s bodies
- Meditation and journaling time to reflect and integrate
The retreat places a strong emphasis on community and connection. Through shared practices, partner work, and relaxed social time, the group naturally develops a sense of trust, playfulness, and support.
What’s included
- 6 nights accommodation in a magical setting on Lasqueti Island
- Morning meditation & yoga sessions
- Two guided movement sessions per day (all levels welcome)
- Thai massage / bodywork workshops
- Three nourishing meals per day (vegetarian and meat options)
- Snacks and tea available throughout the day
- Plenty of time to rest, read, swim, and explore nature
- Optional sauna and relaxed evening activities
Sample Schedule
Here’s what a typical day looks like:
7:30 – 8:00 AM Morning Yoga & Meditation
8:00 – 10:00 AM Breakfast & Free Time
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Morning Movement Practice
12:00 – 1:00 PM Lunch
1:00 – 4:00 PM Personal Retreat Time (swimming, journaling, resting, exploring the island)
4:00 – 6:00 PM Afternoon Movement Practice
6:00 – 7:00 PM Dinner
7:00 – 11:00 PM Sauna, movie nights, games, and open movement jams
Alireza Jambor (Retreat Leader)
Alireza is a movement teacher and practitioner based in Vancouver, BC.
Over the years he has explored and studied a wide range of disciplines including yoga, acrobatics, climbing, and dance. His teaching brings together these influences into a practice that emphasizes exploration, creativity, and play.
Ali’s approach to movement goes beyond simply improving strength or flexibility. He believes a meaningful movement practice allows people to reconnect with their bodies, discover new possibilities of movement, and cultivate deeper connections with others.
Ali’s Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/ajamborrr
If you’re looking for a week to reconnect with your body, spend time in nature, and share meaningful experiences with a small group of people, this is the perfect opportunity to slow down, explore movement, and enjoy the beauty of Lasqueti Island.
Louis Ngo
Louis is a multi-faceted Movement instructor. He is an experienced Yoga teacher with a deep connection to the practice, having completed his teacher training in India. He also specializes in Movement Flow, Acro Yoga, and Calisthenics, bringing a dynamic range of movement-based practices to his classes. As a certified Thai Massage practitioner, Louis incorporates healing and body awareness into his teaching, creating a holistic approach to movement and wellness.
When he is not teaching, Louis can be found taking part in his other passions such as Rock Climbing, Archery, and Fire Spinning.
Louis’s Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/louis.moves
Kathryn Hood
Kathryn navigates a dynamic career as a freelance & company dance artist, artistic director, dance instructor, and movement coach. Her work is fueled by curiosity, connection, and reverence for the body’s wisdom. With a BFA in Dance and over a decade of experience performing, teaching, researching, and creating across North America and Europe, her practice bridges contemporary dance, acrobatics, and somatic exploration.
Kathryn draws from a diverse background—including Capoeira, strength training, partner work, and certifications in Mat Pilates and Acrobatic Arts—integrating these influences into a movement language that invites presence and risk, blurring the lines between art and life.
Kathryn’s Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/kathrynhooddance
Pricing: regular price $1250can, early bird until May 16, $1050 To register or ask any questions, please send an inquiry to alireza.jambor@gmail.com
