Journey Through the Elements Getaway
April 24-27, 2025
Brunswick, Georgia
Why Journey Through the Elements?
There is a wisdom older than words—one that lives in the breath of the wind, the crackle of fire, the steady pulse of the earth, and the flow of water. This retreat is an invitation to return to that wisdom, to remember who you are beneath the noise of daily life, and to ignite your spirit in the raw embrace of nature.
I created Journey Through the Elements because I believe that when we reconnect with the elements, we reclaim something essential within ourselves:
Air teaches us to trust in new beginnings.
Fire shows us how to release, transform, and rise—expressed through an ecstatic fire dance.
Water holds us in deep reflection and emotional flow—experienced through a sacred water ceremony and time in the lake.
Earth grounds us in stability, nourishment, and ancient knowing.
Through guided movement, breathwork, nature immersion, and elemental rituals, you will step beyond your comfort zone, break through limitations, and awaken a sense of aliveness you may have forgotten.
If you feel the pull to reignite your energy, reconnect with your true self, and embody the elements in a way that will stay with you long after the retreat ends—this journey is for you.
Are you ready to remember?
4 Days & 3 Nights at Hostel in the Forest – Immerse yourself in 140 acres of lush forest and wetlands, surrounded by geodesic domes and staying in treehouses & huts that invite you to reconnect with nature.
Nourishing Meals – Whether you’re omnivore, vegetarian, or vegan, enjoy three wholesome, delicious meals daily, crafted to support your journey through the elements.
Cacao Ceremony – Open your heart and awaken your senses with a sacred cacao ritual, deepening your connection to self, community, and the elements.
Yoga, Breathwork & Meditation – Each morning, tune inward with guided yoga practice, seamlessly woven into the elemental theme of the day:
Day 1: Air – Light, expansive movements and breathwork to cultivate clarity and openness.
Day 2: Fire – A dynamic practice igniting transformation, playfulness, and strength.
Day 3: Water – Fluid sequences, surrender, and emotional flow.
Day 4: Earth – Deep grounding, stillness, and integration.
Ecstatic Dance (Friday & Saturday Night) – A transformative movement experience, aligning with the elements of Fire (passion & play) and Water (flow & release) through dance, sound, and rhythm.
Partner & Community Building Exercises – Engage in thoughtfully designed trust-building, reflection, and movement practices that strengthen your bond with others and yourself.
Sound Bath & Deep Relaxation – Surrender to vibrational healing as the sounds of crystal bowls, gongs, and chimes harmonize your body and mind.
Plenty of Downtime – Take time to wander, journal, soak in nature, and rest, allowing the elements to settle into your being.
What You’ll Receive
About Our Home
Join us into the heart of the forest in Southern Georgia. Our home for 3 nights is filled with lush, dense sub-tropical forests containing palms, saw palmettos, magnolia, cedar, holly, pine, and myrtle. Huge live oaks draped with moss contrast with the broadleaf evergreens that are the dominant trees of the forest.
The emphasis is on nature, serenity, and peaceful surroundings as the perfect setting for those looking for tranquility and serenity as haven from the day to day modern life.
Outdoor bathtub & shower with steaming hot water
Treehouses & huts
Geodesic dome structures
Dinner made from the organic garden
Private lake to swim
Art Lab
Glass house with all yoga things
Solar garden
Private Library
Composting toilets
Trails to explore
Starting at $555
*Pay in full or Payment Plan available
Hostel in the Forest is a 3 hour drive from Orlando, FL. Transportation is not provided although ride share is possible. Please contact Shannon for details.
Transportation
About Your Guide
Shannon is an adventurer at heart who cherishes time under trees. Hostel in the Forest has a special place in her heart and is beyond excited to curate an experience for all who say yes to the adventure.