Practical Magic

This retreat is designed for women (any individual whose gender experience aligns with womanhood) who are craving time to slow down, reflect, and reconnect — with themselves, with others, and with the deeper rhythms of life. You do not need any prior experience with retreats, mindfulness practices, or personal development work to attend. If you're feeling drawn to meaningful conversation, time in nature, and the opportunity to step away from daily responsibilities for a weekend of restoration and connection, this retreat is likely a good fit for you.

Yes. Practical Magic Retreat is intended to be a welcoming and affirming space for LGBTQIA+ participants. We believe that meaningful community is rooted in respect, care, and the recognition of each person's lived experience. This retreat is open to women, and we define woman broadly and inclusively as anyone whose gender experience aligns with womanhood, based on their own self-identification. This includes trans women and gender-diverse individuals who feel a connection to womanhood. Our intention is to cultivate a space where everyone can feel safe, respected, and able to participate authentically.

Not at all. Many participants attend retreats on their own, and it's often one of the most meaningful ways to experience the weekend. The retreat is intentionally designed to create a welcoming and supportive group environment where conversations and connections can unfold naturally. By the end of the weekend, most participants find they've formed genuine connections with people they may not have met otherwise.

The Practical Magic Retreat is not affiliated with any particular religion or spiritual tradition. Our approach is grounded in psychology, reflection, nature connection, and meaningful conversation. Some of the practices we explore — such as mindfulness, intention setting, and group reflection — may feel personally meaningful or even spiritual for some participants, but everyone is welcome to engage with the experience in whatever way feels authentic to them.

No special level of fitness is required to participate in the retreat. Most activities will involve gentle movement, reflective exercises, and time spent outdoors, but everything will be adaptable to different comfort levels. Unfortunately, our venue this time is not wheelchair accessible. Participants are always encouraged to listen to their bodies and participate in ways that feel supportive for them. If you have questions about accessibility or specific needs, please reach out — we're happy to discuss how to make the experience comfortable for you.

The retreat will take place in Dahlonega, Georgia. The exact address and arrival details will be shared with registered participants prior to the retreat.

Yes. Your retreat payment includes both lodging and meals for the weekend. The total investment depends on the accommodation option you select and whether you register during the early bird pricing period.

Meals provided include:

• Friday dinner
• Saturday breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Sunday breakfast
• Snacks available throughout the weekend

You are also welcome to bring any additional snacks you'd like for yourself. We are happy to accommodate most dietary restrictions and allergies with advance notice, so please share any needs when completing your registration.

The retreat home offers a mix of shared bunk-style rooms as well as queen and king bedrooms that can be reserved privately or shared with another guest. All bathrooms in the home are shared among retreat participants. We ask everyone to be mindful of shared spaces and to help create a respectful and supportive communal environment throughout the weekend.

Yes! If you'd like to attend with a friend, partner, or family member, you can book a private room to share together. In this case, the lodging cost for that room can be split between you. Each participant must still register individually and pay the $497 retreat programming fee.

Yes. Private room options are available and can be selected during registration.

Transportation is not provided, so participants will need to arrange their own travel to the retreat location.

We ask that all participants plan to arrive no later than 5:00 PM on Friday, so everyone can be present for the opening ceremony beginning at 5:30 PM. Please plan your travel and work schedules accordingly.

If this timing presents a challenge but you're still interested in attending, feel free to reach out at practicalmagicretreat@gmail.com and we'll do our best to discuss possible options.

Each day will include a mix of guided workshops, reflective practices, shared meals, and unstructured time to rest or explore the property. Some activities will take place as a full group, while others will allow space for quieter reflection or small group conversation.

While the retreat schedule is thoughtfully designed, we also believe that spaciousness is an important part of the experience, so there will be time to relax, enjoy the surroundings, journal, or connect informally with other participants. A more detailed schedule will be shared with participants closer to the retreat date.

No. While we encourage participants to engage with the retreat experience as fully as they feel comfortable, all activities are optional. This weekend is meant to support your well-being, and you're always welcome to listen to your needs — whether that means joining a session, taking a quiet walk, resting, or spending time in reflection.

To keep the experience intimate and meaningful, the retreat will be limited to 12 participants, not including your guides. This smaller group size allows for deeper conversation, personal reflection, and genuine connection throughout the weekend.

Absolutely! If you're feeling curious but still unsure whether the retreat is right for you, we'd be happy to talk. You're welcome to schedule a free exploration call where we can answer your questions and help you decide if the retreat feels like a good fit.

We understand that unexpected situations can arise. If an emergency requires you to leave the retreat temporarily or early, you are welcome to do so. However, refunds cannot be provided for any portion of the retreat that is missed, and we encourage participants to stay for the full experience.

To secure your place at the retreat, a 40% deposit of your total retreat balance is due at the time of registration.

• The remaining balance is due no later than September 18, 2026 (8 weeks prior to retreat start).

Because retreat planning requires us to make commitments well in advance, the following cancellation terms apply:

• Cancellations made before September 1, 2026 are eligible for a refund of all payments made minus a $100.
• Cancellations made on or after September 1, 2026 are non-refundable.

Transfers to another participant are not guaranteed but may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Review our full Payments & Refund policies HERE.

We're happy to answer any questions you have! You can email us at any time, or schedule a free exploration call to learn more about the retreat and see if it feels like a good fit.