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Join us for the Heal.Build.Grow Retreat: A Black Women's Healing Wellness Retreat September 15-17, 2023 near Asheville, NC; where Black women ages 21-60 will journey toward healing their inner child/wounds, building tools and resources, and growing a purpose filled life of abundance, ease, and softness. Join us for restoration and renewal!
Through this powerful retreat, you'll connect deeply with yourself and your own story, connect with nature, and with a sisterhood of other women looking to Heal.Build.Grow.
You'll identify areas in your life that need self-love and compassion. Come discover new tools in the areas of relationship, career/finances, spirituality (all religions/spiritual ideologies welcome)and mind/body connection.
Grab your spot now and embark on a journey of liberation today. Click below to lock in your rate!
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Early Bird Rate Until
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( Until June 19, 2023)
Black Women
- Multigenerational: Ages 21-60
- Queer/Trans Inclusive
- All religions and spiritual ideologies welcome
- Single/Partnered/Married
- Parents and Non Parents
- All walks of life
Supportive Healing Community
Mountain Lake Accommodations
- Life Coach Facilitated Sister Circles and Workshops
- Arts and Meditation
- Sisterhood/Squad Goals
- Accountability Partners
- Hugs(with consent, of course)
- Vegas Rule (Except as required by law)
- Beautiful Mountain Lake, near Asheville, NC
- Double Occupancy for 2 Nights
- All Meals and Snacks Included
- Hiking, Lake, and Recreation Access
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Early Bird Rate Until
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Juneteenth Discount Code
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( Until June 19, 2023)
A Personal Invitation From Our
Chief Visionary Officer
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Early Bird Special
Early Bird Rate Until
April 30,2023!!!!
Juneteenth Discount Code
$50 Off
LIBERATION23
( Until June 19, 2023)
Meet Your Hosts
Maruka Rivers (she/her)
Chief Visionary Officer
Facilitator/Coach
Maruka is a powerful dynamic leader, a liberation strategist, a spiritual healer, educator, entrepreneur, a mother, and the list can go on.... She believes Black women deserve a soft life of abundance peace, joy, love, ecstasy and bliss. She believes in the wisdom of the elders and ancestors, and stands on the shoulders of her granny and papa. She is the visionary behind this retreat and is blessed to be living a soft abundant life, and her life's purpose by curating spaces for our collective healing. She is beyond excited to hold the energetic space for this transformational healing community.
Bri Harpe (she/her)
Director of Retreat Logistics
Facilitator/Coach
Bri is a quiet, spiritual being with a presence that is felt. She wears many hats, but some of her favorites include being a daughter, sister, loving-partner, and dog mom. She comes from a lineage of black women who were hustlers, survivors, and caretakers and continue to be protected by their prayers and guidance. Bri believes that everyone deserves to live a life where they feel seen, heard, and safe while being their most authentic selves. She is excited to share in an opportunity where black women will be seen, valued, and cared for all while taking steps towards healing individually and collectively.
T.D. Johnson (he/him)
Director of Universal Spiritual Principles
Facilitator/Coach
TD is a trans-masculine energetic being. He believes that life is truly what you make it because our words, thoughts and feelings hold our power. He has many labels that have been applied to him over the years, however, the ones that are close to his heart chakra are spouse, child, uncle and spiritual teacher/healer. He is also a great encourager and master manifester. He is a student and practitioner of meta-physics. He is a big kid at heart and nurtures his inner child with board games, basketball, and cartoons. He is excited to share with us the tools of Universal Spiritual Principles in our Healing Community.
Ciara Coleman (she/her)
Director of Retreat Marketing and Media
Facilitator/Coach
Ciara is a goal driven woman who believes in finding moments of peace and serenity. Whether it’s through prayer, dancing, or yoga, Ciara will always find a way to recenter herself and remember how beautiful life can be. She’s so excited to be a part of this retreat and is looking forward to building a community filled with healing, peace, and love.
Love Peace Art Turtles
Jenn and Kyoko Rorie-Bruton
Art and Meditation Contractors
Jenn and Kyoko Rorie-Bruton are the creative forces behind Love Peace Art Turtles. Together as both business partners and partners in life they inspire others through meditation, art, and positive Zen vibes. They create spaces for people to express themselves, let loose, and just be. When they are not busy creating these spaces, they are certified reptile rescuers. Jenn describes how they had to wrestle an alligator to become certified. However, they are both gentle sweet souls. They are available for you to book for your next event.
Register Now
Early Bird Special
Early Bird Rate Until
April 30,2023!!!!
Juneteenth Discount Code
$50 Off
LIBERATION23
( Until June 19, 2023)
Frequently Asked Questions
1.Do I need to be vaccinated to attend? What are your COVID-19 Policies?
We will not be verifying vaccination status. Participants are free to decide what is best for their own health in regards to vaccination. All participants and event staff will be required to sign a COVID-19 waiver attesting to their health and exposure status within 24 hours of check-in.
2. What if I need accommodations to attend?
Please reach out to us at retreats@mrahealingcollective.org, so we can assist you with accommodations.
3. When you say healing, does that mean I will be receiving therapy?
Good question. No, therapy will not be provided. We believe healing can take place in many forms. We will be using coaching, sisterhood circles, and group activities as part of the healing process. If you feel you need therapy we encourage you to seek it with a provider licensed in your area.
4. Do I get to choose who I share a room with? Am I able to pay for a single room?
If there is someone you would like to share a room with, please indicate this on your Participant Demographic Form (which will be sent out after registration). If you do not have a specific roommate selection, we will match you with a roommate based on your preferences on the Participant Demographic Form. At this time, single rooms are not available. If they become available, we will let you know.
5. Are all activities like kayaking, canoeing, and hiking included in the retreat fee? What if I can’t swim?
The retreat facility offers activities such as hiking and kayaking, and canoeing. These are OPTIONAL activities, and are included in your registration fee. If you can not swim, you can choose not to participate since these are OPTIONAL. There will be plenty to do outside of those activities. Any participant who chooses to participate in these activities does so at their own risk. MRiversAwakenings Healing Collective PLLC is NOT responsible for any injury or loss that may occur. This is covered in the Participant Liability Agreement/Hold Harmless Waiver.
6. What do I need to pack? Are linens provided?
A packing list will be provided to you after registration. Linens are provided by the retreat facility, however, you are welcome to bring your own. We will inform you of bed size once rooms are assigned. Most beds will be twin beds, but some may be of another size.
7.Are alcohol, tobacco, or other substances allowed?
Alcohol and other substances are strictly prohibited. This is a sober event in order to be accessible to our sisters on a recovery journey and to help us remain grounded and clear. There is a strict no smoking or vaping policy within the facility buildings. There are designated smoking areas away from buildings if participants would like to smoke or vape tobacco products. We will advise you of where these are upon your arrival.
8.Can we take pictures/video?
Pictures and video are allowed outside of workshops and sister circles. We ask that you only take pictures/video of others with their permission. We ask that you only post/share pictures or videos of others with their permission as well. MRiversAwakenings Healing Collective PLLC is NOT responsible for pictures taken by participants. Event staff will maintain official pictures and videos of the event for business purposes. This is covered in your Participant Liability Agreement/Hold Harmless Waiver.
9.For any other questions please reach out to us at retreats@mrahealingcollective.org.
Register Now
Early Bird Special
Early Bird Rate Until
April 30,2023!!!!
Juneteenth Discount Code
$50 Off
LIBERATION23
( Until June 19, 2023)
Black Woman Wisdom
“When you stand and share your story in an empowering way, your story will heal you and your story will heal somebody else.”
-iyanla Vanzant
“I know for sure that love saves me and that it is here to save us all.”
-Dr. Maya Angelou
“Without community, there is no liberation.”
-Audre lorde
“I am no longer accepting the things I cannot change. I am changing the things I cannot accept.”
-Angela davis
Cancellation Policy:
All payments and deposits are non-refundable. Participants may cancel registration up to 60 days prior to the event and 50% of fees paid may be transferred to another Collective Event or select services offered by the Collective or its sister company Speak Love over Fear LLC (up to one calendar year or next valid event, whichever comes first). In instances of COVID-19 illness or other similarly contagious communicable illness, the 60-day time limit may be waived. Non-refundable and 50% transfer policy will still be in effect. Participants are encouraged to consult with their insurance agent for travel insurance/trip cancellation insurance to ensure adequate coverage.
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Register Now
Early Bird Special
Early Bird Rate Until
April 30,2023!!!!
Juneteenth Discount Code
$50 Off
LIBERATION23
( Until June 19, 2023)