R&R
Your Brain Needs a Break and Your Body Needs a Change… of Scenery
We all need “downtime” to function well. We all know this, yet we push ourselves hard. Too hard. We need rest to survive. Unless we recharge regularly, we can’t function – and we certainly won’t be happy. But we rarely rest enough.
“The most restorative kinds of rest — the things that recharge our mental and physical batteries most effectively — are the things that are active rather than passive. Going for a long walk or hike can give us more [energy], rather than less energy, and leave us feeling mentally more rejuvenated.” – Alex Soojung-Kim Pang, author “Rest: Why You Get More Done When You Work Less.”
So, be good to yourself and book time to go away and do something different.
About the Lead Facilitator
Jane-Michèle Clark , founder of The Q Group, is a business strategist and keynote speaker who writes frequently on personal growth and business development topics.
She has +25 years running various types of seminars and workshops; she has a similar tenure as Adjunct Professor at the Schulich School of Business.
Her personal mission statement: “To have fun while enriching the lives of those around me.”
“I didn’t realize how much I truly needed a weekend away from everyone and everything – kids, electronics, housework, work work – the works, until I got away. I highly recommend it for anyone who’s feeling like they need something, but don’t know what.” ~ Fatima A. ~ Fatima A
“Thank you for showing me how to put myself first in a way that will actually make me a better mom partner, and leader and a better role model for my daughters.” ~ Marjorie Williams
Where You’ll Stay
Optional Accommodations
- Shared rooms (separate men’s and women’s rooms) with bunk beds and common unisex bathrooms for $25/night (6/room) or $30 (4/ room)
- Suite with Queen bed (max 2/room) and private 3-piece bathroom for $95/ night
- Towels & amenities included
Where You’ll Play
All retreats include at no additional cost
- Yoga instruction
- All meals & snacks even if staying offsite
- Unlimited tea, coffee and cold drinks
- Free parking and Wi-Fi
- Use of all water toys (paddle boards, pedal boat, kayaks, etc.) in summer and toboggans, in winter
Restore and Revitalize
Well, it’s official.
According to the Gallup 2025 report, which was released on April 23, 2025, even though +50% of us are thriving, “Canadian employees report staggering stress levels. Nearly 60% experience stress “a lot of the day,” 18 percentage points above the global average of 42%.” (see CTV news article).*
That’s scary – especially when you consider the toll it takes on your body, mental health, relationships and overall enjoyment. The impact it has on your life.
*Implicit: That we’re talking about people living outside war zones.
Psychology Today Canada ups the ante. An article espousing the need for people to take regular 2-3 day breaks, found that with dual income couples, over 70% work at least one day a weekend. If one of the people works remotely for some of part of the time, that number climbs to +90%. And blood pressures are climbing, too.
It’s no wonder Canadians are among the most stressed people in the world – and the most guilt-ridden about taking time to rest, relax and rewind.
Studies show that by taking even 2 full days of “me time”, at lease once a quarter, can be enough to help people cope better. Vegging in front of the TV for the weekend doesn’t count. Binge watching your favourite show is like an anaesthetic for your mind. You’ll likely end the weekend more tired emotionally, than before you settled into the sofa in your sweats.
To feel happier, and actually recharge your internal batteries, you need to get out and do something – preferably something different in a new environment. Join us for a weekend away. All you’ll need to do is to get here. We’ll take care of the rest (pun intended – smile)
2 days
Program Fee: $950
This program includes:
- Quiet time to bond and share experiences with others
- Guided meditation, focus on what’s important to you
- Yoga
- Workshop 1: How to Make You a Priority
- Mini Workshop 2: Getting to “No” – How to carve out more time for you
- Creative paint activity to unleash your imagination
- Sun or shade by the lake to play, nap, chill with a beverage and a book, or do nothing
- Smores on the Campfire
- Local Outing option
- Arrival: Aim for midday Friday (lunch will be served); check out Sunday afternoon at your leisure.
Summer/Fall Program Dates – Women Only
- July 4 – 6, 2025
- July 25 – 27, 2025
- August 15 – 16, 2025
- September 13 – 14, 2025
- Other Fall dates not yet released; please email retreats@theqgroup.com if interested
Become the Leading Lady in Your Life
2 days
Program Fee: $950
Summer Program Dates
- June 20 – 22, 2025
- All July sessions: Full
- August 15 – 17 , 2025
- September 19 – 21, 2025
- Other Fall dates not yet released; please email retreats@theqgroup.com if interested
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Today’s women have it tougher than ever. We demand, rightfully so, high performance of ourselves at work. Over 80% of North American women also set the bar high at home. It’s as though we need to prove we can do it all – and do it all well.
If we’re in a relationship, we still do most of the housework, social calendar coordination, child rearing, cooking, shopping, caring for aging parents, paying the bills, booking appointments. etc. If your partner is a woman, studies show that one of you will usually take on more than the other. It can be overwhelming.
In this three-day program, you will…
- Learn ways to put yourself first, without feeling guilty, and without having to let any of your home tasks slide.
- Connect with other women facing similar challenges – and create new friendships in the process.
- Take part in games and creative activities designed to help you reflect on what is going right in your life and what may need to change.
- Figure out how to have fun again, and to enhance all your relationships.
- Eat well, relax and have time to reflect during the mindfulness sessions.
In short, you will end the weekend feeling happier, relaxed and recharged.
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