Root + Reconnect
A day retreat in Cochrane, Alberta
January 2026 Date coming soon!
The intention is simple:
To slow down and drop what you’ve been carrying.
This incredibly special 3-hour event is designed to reset your body, clear your mind, and reconnect you to what’s real and present.
And the very best part?
We are hosting locally, in Cochrane, Alberta.
Whether this is your first retreat experience or a continuation of your personal growth journey, this intimate experience invites you to arrive as you are. There’s no need for perfection, no expectations—just a safe and supportive space to lean into the quiet and leave feeling lighter, calmer, and more connected.
Move, breathe, and rest — so you can reconnect with your own clarity and power.
Book your spot by emailing us at hello@rekaretreats.com!
“When we slow down and get present, we stop reacting to life and start responding from who we really are.”
— Baron Baptiste
Why Root + Reconnect?
Inside a beautiful geometric dome, we’ll move, breathe, and rest deeply — anchored in presence, vitality, and freedom.
What’s Included:
→ Guided Meditation — an entry point into stillness of the mind, creating space between thoughts and connecting to what’s happening right now.
→Intentional Movement — a 90-minute flow and reset practice to move stuck energy, build heat, and open space in the body.
→Yoga Nidra Under the Stars — deep rest to release stress and settle into stillness.
→Tea + Light Snacks
→Connection with a like-hearted group of humans
Date: January 2026 Date Coming Soon
Location: Cochrane, Alberta
Investment: $111 or early bird $88 (book before Nov 30)
Book your spot by emailing us at hello@rekaretreats.com!
Meet your Leaders
ERIKA BLAKELY
“I’m a leadership coach, retreat facilitator, and Baptiste Certified Yoga Teacher with over a decade of experience creating powerful spaces for growth and transformation.”
After walking away from a corporate career in accounting, I committed fully to the path of yoga and leadership. I’ve trained for over 1,000 hours with some of the most respected teachers in the world—including through The Baptiste Institute—and now co-lead 200-hour teacher trainings and lead international retreats that take people deep into themselves.
My work blends yoga, embodied leadership, coaching, and personal inquiry. I create experiences that challenge people to get honest, go inward, and reconnect with what matters—whether that’s on the mat, in conversation, or halfway across the world in a retreat setting.
KAREN BOWEN
“Five years ago, I ventured into Baptiste Yoga to add variety to my fitness routine and increase my flexibility.”
Little did I know, this choice would spark a profound passion for yoga. By 2020, I had completed my 200-hour RYT, and by 2021, my 300-hour training, deepening my expertise and love for teaching. I'm certified in special populations, YIN, and Power Yoga, reflecting my comprehensive approach to practice.
Becoming an Elevation Life Coach transformed me and my teaching, enhancing my connection with students and my impact. I'm committed to helping others achieve both physical and mental clarity through Baptiste Yoga.
DENISE MCINTOSH
”I practice and teach a wide range of meditation, yoga, reiki, and breathwork.”
I have had the privilege of studying with many mentors in my journey, including a Tibetan Buddhist monk who introduced me to the beautiful Zen Buddhist Philosophy, which guides my aspirations in life. I have also studied the science behind the many forms of searching for contentment and enlightenment enabling the mind and body to connect to the soul in harmony. I am trained in: Buddhist meditation, Baptiste yoga, Reiki, Breathwork, Yoga Nidra, I rest, Ishta yoga, Hooponopono, and life coaching. I have been trained in trauma-informed and somatic practices which I weave into all my classes. I aim to inspire and empower people with a gentle, compassionate approach to tap into their inner wisdom ultimately finding balance in their lives. With this balance my students can embrace the present moment and cultivate a deeper connection to themselves and the world around them.
We look forward to welcoming you to this beautiful experience in Cochrane, Alberta
Spaces are limited.
Book your spot by emailing us at hello@rekaretreats.com!