Rooted Mind and Body Retreat

This is more than rest in nature. It's an invitation to unplug from the noise in our chaotic world, tap into playful creativity, reset your nervous system, explore the healing power of food, reconnect with the divine presence that flows within.

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This weekend is a space to pause, quiet the mind, soften the heart, move freely, and rediscover the vibrant, radiant self that lives underneath all the noise.
October 10-12 2025
Lakeview Resort, Lexington, MI

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What You’ll Experience:
2 days of 10 expert guided sessions nestled in a nature

Grounding Yoga & Somatic Movement overlooking the Vineyard
Sound Healing & Mindfullness, Meditation
Reflective Journaling & Soul Circles
Mindset Coaching Inspired by the book "The Untethered Soul" to Break free of patterns and habits not serving you
Nature Immersion: Grounding and Vineyard Walking Meditation
Creative Rituals: Flower Art and creative movement sessions
Mood Boosting Elixirs & Herbal Mocktails
Farm to Table Fine Dinning by Award winning Chef Hai-Ying
Light breakfast, lunch and Organic Juice by Ophema Farm
Food as Medicine table talks and guide
Sensory Experience: Infrared Light, Sauna, rebounder, healing crystal mats
Full use of Nature Paths, Pickleball courts, Outdoor Sauna, Hammocks, Bonfire, Pavilion lounge to "do nothing"
Restorative spa amenities . *Optional add-ons: Massage, Facials, Energy Work
Nightly Entertainment: Ecstatic Dance and Gong Concert Under the Moonlight
2 nights lodging (with Standard and Shared Room tickets)
Bliss bag with wellness gifts, Reflective journal & retreat guidebook

What Makes the Retreat Special
This is about tuning in to nature and your whole being.

Witnessing Your inner voice

Guided sessions and insight will empower you to let go of old thought patterns, ideals of "perfection" and take the wheel when internal noise and the noise of the world feels distracting.

Pausing and Tuning in

Tune out of the busy, overstimulated world we live in - And tune into divine flows and energy of nature, higher consciousness and spirit within. With guided meditations and sound healing.

Reconnecting with Joy, Creativity, and Community

Rediscover the playful spark within as you dive into expressive art, joyful movement, and soul-nourishing rituals. From wildflower art to dancing under the moonlight, each moment is an invitation to laugh, let go, and be fully alive. Move, create, and celebrate in sacred community.

Exquisite Farm To Table Dinning Experience

Soulful transformation continues with Unforgettable, sublime, healing, locally sourced meals crafted by Michelin-level, award-winning Chef Hai-Ying. The Executive Chef of Lakeview Resort has transformed dining experiences for Detroit’s finest restaurants including in

Townsend Hotel and Iridescent.

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A Transformative, Beautifully Curated Space, overlooking rolling hills and vineyard. To unplug, rest and restore.

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Two Days of Guided Sessions with Five leading wellness experts

Rooted Living Retreat is elevated by the wisdom, heart-centered presence, and expertise of its facilitators- to

to raise participants consciousness, increase radiance and connection to the divine presence within nature and in each of us.

Courtney Popelier blends Hapiness Psychology, nervous system integration with spiritual practices to guide clarity, wholeness, and inner peace. With decades of experience in energy work, yoga, astrology, meditation, sound therapy, Valarie Weir brings ancient knowledge for deep transformation and alignment.

From the creative, joy-infused meditative and movement sessions of Kelly Frank to grounding somatic yoga of Allison Mertz, each experience invites deep presence and embodied healing.

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Meet Your Facilitators

Meet Kelly Frank – Certified Yoga and Energy therapist and Joyful Guide Through Movement

As a Reiki Master and artist with an MFA and over 20 years of experience, Kelly weaves yoga, Reiki, and creative expression into deeply transformative and immersive experiences. Her classes blend movement, rich music and soundscapes, visual storytelling, ritual and deep awareness of energy flow. This invites joy, freedom, and connection. Grounded in energy healing and artistic storytelling, Kelly's soul lifting sessions invite presence, and transformation in soulful spaces that are safe, loving, and playful. Inspiring reflection, and transformation by awakening the body, inspiring growth from within, where collective energy uplifts all. Guiding others to feel more alive, free, and connected.

Valarie Weir- Certified sound therapist, astrologer and yoga teacher- in multiple traditions

Valarie’s journey is a testament to resilience and lifelong learning. As a single mother, she transformed challenge into purpose- completing 5,800 hours of training in massage therapy, energy healing, polarity therapy, Reiki, advanced bodywork at the renowned Esalen Institute. Certified in multiple yoga traditions (Kripalu, Hatha) weaving together mind-body-spirit practices into powerful healing experiences. Her work is informed by studies with luminaries like Richard Tarnas, Stan Grof. For a decade, she's guided individuals and groups through yoga, meditation, sound, and astrology to reconnect with intuition, vitality, and inner wisdom. Her grounded, empowering presence makes her a beloved guide for transformative retreats.

Alison Mertz- Certified yoga instructor, life coach, and educator

Allison has a passion for helping women reconnect to their inner selves through movement, breath, and nervous system healing. With training in vinyasa, hatha, yin, restorative, and somatic yoga, she blends accessible movement with mindfulness and reflection.

Her teaching style is supportive and nurturing, blending breathwork, body scan meditations, vagus nerve toning, and reflective practices to help others reset their nervous systems and reconnect to their inner wisdom. Allison lives on a lake with her husband and two sons and believes in the transformative power of slowing down, tuning in to nature and inward, and moving with intention.

Courtney Poplier – Yoga teacher, Nervous System Integration Coach and One of your main Guides at the Retreat

Founder of Journey Through Bliss, Courtney helps women navigate life’s in-between spaces—where identity shifts and healing begins. Blending science-backed tools with spiritual wisdom and practices, she creates safe, sacred containers for women to reconnect with their intuition, remember their inner power, navigate life transitions and reconnect with their true selves. Courtney creates nurturing spaces where women feel safe, seen, and supported. Rooted in her own journey, She honors the power of sisterhood and believes that when one woman rises, we all rise.

Cat Licavoli- Workshop Designer and Retreat Host

Cat is a certified Workshop Designer, Design Sprint facilitator and creative strategist who bridges the worlds of innovation and holistic well-being. With a background in tech, product strategy, and experience design, she now channels her expertise into creating transformational experiences and solutions in the wellness space.

Blending design thinking with somatic and spiritual practices, she helps others reconnect with their inner energy, divinely designed — the wisdom of the body and power of higher awareness and presence. A proud Michigander, she's passionate about nourishing roots and connection within community's, creating meaningful, grounded experiences that awaken vitality and authenfrom the inside out.

Monica Joy Krol- visionary artist, art therapist, and facilitation leader

Monica Joy brings heart, creativity, and play into everything she touches. By day, she leads product strategy and transformative workshops for teams; by soul, she’s an artist and devoted mother who believes joy and connection are essential ingredients in both work and life.

At Rooted Living, Monica will guide a session on The Art of Gathering—an interactive bouquet-making experience designed to spark creativity, presence, and meaningful connection through art. Her passion is helping others access their playful spirit and co-create moments that matter.

Investment & Packages

Choose Your Retreat Experience: All Packages are Designed to Nourish, Restore, and Uplift.

Shared Room Package

$1,095 per person/ ticket

Shared Room Package

Perfect for friends or those open to community.

Includes: 2 nights shared accommodations on Friday and Saturday, all farm to table meals, mocktails, all retreat session activities, and welcome gift bag with natural wellness products. Nightly entertainment.

Full access to sauna, gym, pickelball and Sensory Room to explore wellness products.

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Private Room Package

$1,354 per ticket

Perfect for those looking for solo time in your own private room.

Includes :2 nights private accommodations on Friday and Saturday, all farm to table meals, mocktails, all retreat session activities, and welcome gift bag with natural wellness products. Nightly entertainment.

Full access to sauna, gym, pickelball and Sensory Room to explore wellness products.

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Local Package

$825 per ticket

Perfect for locals that don't need lodging.

Includes :

All retreat session activities, and welcome gift bag with natural wellness products.

All farm to table meals, mocktails, nightly entertainment.

Full access to sauna, gym, pickelball and Sensory Room to explore wellness products.

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What They’re Saying: Soulful Words from Guests

“The moment I stepped onto the vineyard grounds for a Farm to table event, I could feel my shoulders drop and my breath deepen. Lakeview Resort is magical—sunsets that make you cry, trees and rolling hills that welcome you home, and a peacefulness that speaks to your soul.”

— Jessica T., Farm to table guest

“Chef Hai-Ying’s meals were transcendent and out of this world. Every plate was a work of art—fresh, nourishing, and absolutely unforgettable. My husband and I travel far and wide for amazing dining experiences and this was one of the best! I’ve never felt so well-fed, inside and out. The chef and staff made us feel like family"

— Naomi L., private dining guest

“The resort felt like a portal back to nature and back to myself. Waking up to the sound of birds, sipping herbal tea on the patio overlooking the rolling hills, walks in the vineyard at sunset and spending time with my feet in the sand on Lake Huron's beach, just a mile away was the most peaceful I’ve felt in years.”

— Sarah M., yoga teacher and resort guest

Booking Instuctions

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Rooted Mind and Body Retreat

This weekend is a space to pause, quiet the mind, soften the heart, move freely, and rediscover the vibrant, radiant self that lives underneath all the noise. October 10-12 2025 Lakeview Resort, Lexington, MI

What You’ll Experience: 2 days of 10 expert guided sessions nestled in a nature

What Makes the Retreat Special This is about tuning in to nature and your whole being.

Reconnecting with Joy, Creativity, and Community

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Two Days of Guided Sessions with Five leading wellness experts

Meet Your Facilitators

Investment & Packages

What They’re Saying: Soulful Words from Guests

Booking Instuctions

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​Click below to complete the short registration form.

Get in touch.

This weekend is a space to pause, quiet the mind, soften the heart, move freely, and rediscover the vibrant, radiant self that lives underneath all the noise.
October 10-12 2025
Lakeview Resort, Lexington, MI

What You’ll Experience:
2 days of 10 expert guided sessions nestled in a nature

What Makes the Retreat Special
This is about tuning in to nature and your whole being.

Click below to complete the short registration form.