AUGUST 21-25, 2025
DESIGNING MIND RETREAT – ST. JOHN’S

INSPIRATION, CREATIVITY & RENEWAL
This retreat is carefully curated for designers, artists, and creatives eager to recharge and rediscover their creative flow. Hosted in a beautifully designed coastal home with stunning views, it offers a nurturing environment for inspiration and collaboration.
A FIVE-DAY CREATIVE OASIS FOR DESIGNERS IN ST. JOHN’S, NEWFOUNDLAND
This August, immerse yourself in a creative sanctuary in St. John's, Newfoundland. The Designing Mind: Creative Flow Retreat offers five days of guided breathwork, artistic workshops, and scenic exploration, all set amid the energy of the 2025 Canada Games. Connect, create, and rejuvenate with fellow creatives in this inspiring coastal haven.
DATES: August 21-25, 2025 (Thursday to Monday)
LOCATION: Stunning Coastal Retreat
HIGHLIGHTS
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Each morning, start with breathwork led by Jeyda Deyna, a breathwork expert dedicated to helping creatives access deeper inspiration and flow states.
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Delve into workshops that inspire, including sessions on sketching, color exploration, intuitive design, and working with natural elements to enhance your creative practice.
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Discover the local art scene with guided visits to galleries, studios, and open-air installations, all offering unique insights into Newfoundland’s artistic heritage.
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Guests interested in experiencing the Canada Games will have the option to join an excursion to this national event, bringing additional energy and inspiration to the week.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
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Stay for five nights in an elegant private coastal retreat, a space designed to foster relaxation and creativity.
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Our private chef will prepare vibrant meals that showcase the best local ingredients, served in the cozy dining space of your retreat home.
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Each session with Jeyda Deyna is tailored to quiet the mind, reduce creative stress, and bring clarity to your artistic intentions.
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Each workshop is designed to stimulate new approaches to your craft, offering skills and techniques that you can bring back to your work.
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As a unique feature of this retreat, guests interested in exploring the Canada Games can choose to attend select events, experiencing the cultural energy of St. John’s during this national event.
ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrival & Welcome
Afternoon check-in, tour of the coastal retreat, and meet-and-greet with fellow creatives.
Welcome dinner with chef-prepared meal, followed by an intention-setting circle to set personal and creative goals for the retreat.
Day 2: Creative Flow & Inspiration
Morning breathwork and visualization session to connect with your creative vision.
Guided art walk and cultural tour in downtown St. John’s, with visits to galleries and art installations.
Evening workshop on using natural textures and elements to enhance your design style.
Day 3: Intuitive Design & Color Theory
Morning breathwork session focused on creative clarity and flow.
Interactive workshop on color exploration and abstract sketching.
Afternoon free for optional Canada Games excursion or personal reflection in nature.
Chef-prepared dinner and evening fireside discussion on design inspirations.
Day 4: Creativity, Wellness, & Community
Nature meditation and breathwork to foster mindfulness and creative openness.
Workshop on design thinking and spontaneous creativity in natural settings.
Evening group activity: Design journaling and creative idea-sharing session around the fire.
Day 5: Closing Reflection & Departure
Final breathwork and closing circle to reflect on creative growth and insights.
Farewell brunch and departure with newfound clarity, a refreshed creative approach, and lasting connections.
ACCOMODATIONS
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$1,200 - $1,500 CAD
Includes all meals, activities, and workshops.
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$900 - $1,200 CAD per person
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Comfortable attire for both indoor and outdoor activities, personal sketchbooks, and any materials you wish to use or share in creative sessions.