Rejuvenation is one of many words that describe the Fit Chix Retreat by Wild Balance Adventures. I had the opportunity to experience this women’s retreat hosted by Wild Balance Adventures in Southern Utah that not only tested my core skills on a stand-up paddleboard and aerial silks, but I also gained new friends and ate some delicious healthy food. It also reminded me why the outdoors is such a vital part of my well-being.
Tents were ready upon arrival at the retreat, and despite the crazy winds on the first day, the ladies of Wild Balance Adventures made sure the campsite was inviting and gave us a warm welcome with a dry bag that included homemade sunscreen, a towel, a beautiful set of Focused, Elevate Your Life with Words cards, and other goodies to use for the weekend as well as replenish the soul. Once we were all settled, we headed off to Unity Health and Wellness for a trapeze yoga class.
If you’re not familiar with trapeze yoga, think yoga with aerial silks and handles on the silks for pull motion exercises. I’d highly recommend it. You’ll be amazed at how much further of a stretch you can get with the aerial silks. Some of the poses will challenge you, but there are also positions that are beyond relaxing. Our teacher, KerryAnn, made for an incredible experience, and by the time the class was over, the knee pain I walked in with was all stretched out, and my body felt more limber and refreshed.
The second day was SUP/kayak (SUPs and kayaks provided by Dig Paddle Sports) and petroglyph day. On the first ride of the day, the majority of us loaded on a multi-person stand-up paddleboard with a few in kayaks. Synchronization of paddling on the multi-person SUP took a few paddles, but we eventually got into a smoother cadence to head to the hike where the petroglyphs were located.
Petroglyphs have always been sacred to me, because these are stories, significant events, spiritual beliefs, among other things that happened to someone. They are ancient and deserve to be respected. The area we were in had a whole smattering of petroglyphs carved on the rocks, and I wished that I could translate and determine the stories that were being told.
After a hearty lunch, we had the option of doing another paddle on single SUP boards, tandem boards or kayaks into a different area. A few of us were apprehensive as the wind was picking up, but we were assured the area we were paddling to would be calm. The area was definitely calm and like a beautiful oasis surrounded by trees, a few fishermen, people relaxing in the shaded area, and cute dogs jumping after sticks and balls in the water.
The last day we were there started with a morning meditation followed by a gorgeous boho breakfast, Parisian style, set up by Kays Events and Picnics. We dined by the water, enjoying stories, laughter, and a bittersweet feeling that the end of the retreat was upon us. It was an enchanting sendoff from a fulfilling, laughter-filled, activity-fest of a weekend.
Wild Balance Adventures gave a spectacular Fit Chix Retreat! The three ladies that started this company to give women a chance to “rediscover your inner harmony with transformative women’s retreats” are all extremely admirable, determined, full-of-grit, and beautiful inside and out.
Between Michelle, Jen, and Tricia, they come with a love for the outdoors, experience in retreats, and a true heart to give you one of the best experiences that will leave you more grounded with an inner peace that some might’ve thought they lost.
Watch out for their next retreat coming in July! Their website is launching soon, but you can follow their Facebook page for updates and pictures in the interim.
