This sea born island
Is a salty thing
Where sea gulls mourn:
A thing of mist and fog
Where herons stand,
One legged, in the bog;
A thing of sun and sea
Where catbirds nest
In the lilac tree.
By Dionis Coffin Riggs
Join The Elements DC for a unique Martha’s Vineyard reTREAT. Three days to Revel and ramble in the natural beauty of this magical island while also taking time to look inward, quietly tapping into our oft-neglected spirit. All while wallowing in the restorative energy of found awe, novelty, shared wisdom and laughter galore!
Each day, we will venture off on an Elements-curated island hike. We will meander along the trails through sun-dappled forests, wind-rippled meadows and along lichen-covered stonewalls. We’ll balance our outdoor excursions with daily yoga, practiced under the soaring rafters of the West Chop ‘Casino’. Our physical efforts will be complemented with opportunities to look inward: informative discussions introducing participants to self-awareness practices, including an explanation of the Enneagram and in-depth, personalized opportunities to practice techniques for well-being and self-awareness.
There will be plenty of unstructured time to savor the quiet and commune with friends, old and new.
Our Elements Martha’s Vineyard reTREAT will forge the connections between self and sensation; outward awe and in-sights; joy and serenity.
Included on this retreat:
1 to 2 daily guided hikes and active exploration of different regions of the island of Martha’s Vineyard. Led by Margaret Rietano, founder of The Elements DC
1 to 2 daily; yoga practices, Guided by Nora Brookfield Somatic Therapy
introductory exploration of the Enneagram as a model of personal transformation and growth and opportunities for one to one Enneagram personal explanation.
TREATS of the reTREAT: Welcome gifts, daily Dawn coffee & Dusk cocktails, tasty island nibbles throughout the day.
Recommendations on restaurants, shops, culture and history
Questions? Need details? Click here or email Margaret at mrietano@theelementsdc.com for further details: regarding;
Cost & steps to Register
Options for travel to MVI and transportation upon arriival
Recommendations on where to stay, where to dine and what to pack
Detailed Schedule including information about the Elements hikes: mileage options and level of difficulty + level of yoga. and an Enneagram explanation.
Solo or as a group? All women/all men/coed? How many people?
reTREAT policies re cancellations, refunds reservations etc.