canyonranch .com/woods ideRETREAT SCHEDULEBrain Recharge Retreat MARCH 15–19, 2020

SUNDAY, MARCH 15 7PM Preparing for Change: Introduction, Overview, Rest and RestorationMeet your retreat facilitators and get to know your fellow guests, as we discuss the program sessions in more detail and set the tone for what’s ahead. We will conclude with a simple guided meditation to help prepare your brain for restorative sleep.

MONDAY, MARCH 1610 AM Befriending Your BrainWhat have you done for your brain lately? In this session, Dr. Evian Gordon will discuss details about the essence of brain health and performance while sharing meaningful insights from the world’s largest standardized brain database he created. Once you understand your brain better, you can train and maintain your brain better.

7 PM Circuit-Breaking StressDiscover your unique, personal relationship with stress as Dr. Heidi Hanna and Dr. Evian Gordon guide you in a simple assessment of your brain-stress dynamics and provide customized solutions to circuit-break stress in the moment.

TUESDAY, MARCH 17 10 AM Harnessing Neuroplasticity for Healthy HabitsBrain change happens constantly, for better or for worse. In this session, Dr. Evian Gordon will discuss specific strategies you can use to train, maintain and even gain better health, creativity, resilience and peak performance now and throughout your lifespan.

7 PM The Brain Recharge ProcessIf you’re like most people, you pay more attention to your cell phone battery than your own energy capacity during the day. In this evening session, Dr. Heidi Hanna will walk you through the specific steps required to recharge your brain both proactively and reactively. You will be guided on a unique sensory experience that will help you quiet, calm and soothe your mind, preparing you for your best sleep yet.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1810 AM Cultivating Creativity for Radical ResilienceIn our busy routines it can be tough to slow down and nurture our creative energy. But it could be the key to happiness, healthy aging, and peak performance at work and at home. Learn simple but powerful techniques you can use every day to nurture your creativity and why it’s the missing link in our ability to thrive.

10 PM The Power of PurposeHaving a clear sense of our own motivation, values and beliefs has been shown as a driving force for stress mastery, peak performance, health and happiness. In this session, Dr. Heidi Hanna will guide you in a simple technique to use the power of purpose to fuel positive and sustainable change over time.

THURSDAY, MARCH 199 AMThe Journey ContinuesIn this closing session, we will reflect on the most impactful lessons learned throughout the week - in the classroom and beyond. Together with your facilitators and guests, you will have the chance to create your Brain Recharge Toolkit to use as you leave the retreat, for continued success.

RETREAT HIGHLIGHTS You’ll be surprised, engaged and inspired throughout this event. Our guest experts present workshops and practices that lead directly to recharge and clarity. You’ll take away practical strategies to refresh your brain on a regular basis, feeling confident and ready to thrive every day.

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CREATIVE EXPRESSION Creating with Nature | Buddha Boards

EVENING RITUALS Sound Bath | Yoga for a Good Night’s Sleep | Evening Stretch Meditation | Restorative Yoga | Breathing

FIRESIDE CHATS Canyon Ranch Wellness Experts | Artists | Authors | Farmers Wine Makers | Luminaries | Musicians

FITNESS Cardio | BOSU | Core Conditioning | HIIT IT | Express Abs Fitness in Nature | Functional Training | Fitness for Your Feet

MIND/BODY Meditation | Tai Chi | Breath Work | Yoga | Forest Salutations Labyrinth | Qi Gong

NATURE AFTER DARK Stargazing | Story Telling | Lantern Hike | Indigenous Talk | Owl WalkOffered seasonally

NATURE IMMERSIONS Shin Rin Yoku | Hiking | Bird Watching | Forest Salutations Guide-Led Nature Walks | Self-Guided Walks | Photo Walk

WELLNESS TALKS What’s Holding You Back? | Creating More Balance in Your Life The Power of Journaling | Adding Gratitude to Your Life | Meditation Self-Care | Finding Purpose at Work | Self-Compassion Rituals for Restoration | Committing to Me: Take-Home Strategies Wellness Coaching

Additional fee

Please contact a Canyon Ranch Retreat Advisor prior to your stay to book the following treatments, appointments and excursions by calling 855.277.8877. During your stay one of our staff members can assist you.

CANYON RANCH SPA Steam room, sauna, saline pool, and whirlpool open 24/7. Anti-gravity chairs are available. Spa services may be booked between 1 and 10 pm.

DESTINATION EXCURSIONS Mountain Biking | Vineyard Tour and Wine Tasting Equus Coaching | Farm Tour Artists Dinner at Djerassi Resident Artists Program

PERFORMANCE LAB Assessments, coaching and training sessions available by appointment.

WELLNESS SERVICES Wellness Coaches are available by appointment.

Program session names, offerings, activities and times may vary. Daily retreat schedule is available upon arrival. Leave the planning to us!

During orientation you may sign up for retreat activities to customize your schedule. To Enhance your Retreat, please contact a Retreat Advisor prior to your stay to arrange services, appointments and excursions by calling 855-277-8877. While in Retreat, any team member can assist you.