Saugerties Retreat
1/31/25 - 2/2/25
Location
We chose to hold our retreat at one of the best luxury hotels of Hudson Valley NY. Diamond Mills offers an unparalleled experience. Each room boasts contemporary elegance with plush comforts, ensuring a restful stay. Their commitment to wellness was at the top of the list and is evident with their newly introduced Waterside Spa.
Variety of Extra Treatments Available at the Spa
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How To Get ThereTo travel by train from New York City to Saugerties, NY, you can follow these steps: ◦ 1. Take an Amtrak train to Rhinecliff-Kingston Station ◦ From New York City's Penn Station, take an Amtrak train on the Empire Service or Adirondack route heading toward Albany- Rensselaer or further north. ◦ Disembark at the Rhinecliff-Kingston station. This is the closest Amtrak station to Saugerties, approximately 15 miles away. ◦ Travel time from NYC to Rhinecliff-Kingston is about 1 hour 40 minutes. ◦ 2. Get from Rhinecliff-Kingston to Saugerties ◦ Taxi or Rideshare: The most convenient way to get from RhinecliffKingston to Saugerties is by taxi or rideshare services such as Uber or Lyft. The drive takes about 20–25 minutes. ◦ Bus: Alternatively, you can take a Ulster County Area Transit (UCAT) bus, though schedules may vary. Check local bus routes for options from the Rhinecliff-Kingston area to Saugerties. ◦ 3. Direct Bus Option (Alternative) ◦ If you prefer not to take the train: ◦ From NYC, take a bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal with services like Trailways of New York, which has a direct route to Saugerties. Travel time is about 2 hours and 15 minutes. We are also pleased to offer a shuttle service from New York City to the hotel. The shuttle will depart from a designated meeting point, and the cost is $50 per person. To help us accommodate everyone, please let us know in advance if you plan to use this service so we can arrange for the correct number of passengers
Practitioners
Jen Rubinetti
Jen Rubinetti is the founder of The Mystical Connection. She's a certified life coach, sound meditation & master Reiki practitioner and has been studying energy work & the healing arts for over 2 decades. She believes the key to happiness is finding one's own personal path to a balanced mind, body & soul. She's passionate about helping others and is always seeking new methodologies to learn and add to her practice. Jen leads retreats in Italy and New York and is adding new ones for 2025. She also co-teaches a course called BEST.LIFE.EVER and hosts a podcast called The Manifest Station with her coaching partner, Joanna Rajendran.
Alexina Graham
Alexina Graham is the founder of Heal Your Inner Child and a gifted channeled healer. With the ability to see, feel, and communicate with spirit, she connects directly to the spiritual realm to help her clients gain clarity, heal from past traumas, understand past lives, and communicate with loved ones who have passed. She also offers insights into future events and provides deep healing guidance. Alexina offers one-on-one sessions via Zoom, available in 60, 75, or 90-minute durations. In addition to her healing work, she is a certified life coach and a Reiki Master Practitioner.
Janelle Olsen
Janelle Olsen Leipheimer is a stylist turned small business owner of Olsen & Company in Saugerties, New York. After years of working in the fashion industry, she transitioned to entrepreneurship with a passion for creating a space that celebrates both creativity and well-being. At Olsen & Company, the focus is on clean, wholesome food and advocating for a mindful approach to what people put in their bodies. She is deeply committed to wellness and mental health, believing that taking care of the body and mind is the key to living a balanced, fulfilling life. Janelle strives to inspire others to embrace a holistic approach to self-care, addressing both body and spirit.
Cassidy Weiss
Cassidy Weiss is a Clinical Social Worker with a specialty in International Gender Violence. She was formerly the Development Director of the Los Angeles based mental health nonprofit, The Relational Center. She now works with private clients in a trauma-informed approach to grief, life transitions, and healing.
Hotel Accommodations
We chose to hold our retreat at one of the best luxury hotels of Hudson Valley NY. Diamond Mills offers an unparalleled experience. Each room boasts contemporary elegance with plush comforts, ensuring a restful stay. Their commitment to wellness was at the top of the list and is evident with their newly introduced Waterside Spa. The sauna and hot tub are free of charge, so soak up as much relaxation as you can get.
Schedule
Friday
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3pm-5:30pm - Guest Arrival & Check In
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5:30pm - Welcome Drinks & Socializing
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6pm - Wine Tasting by Windmill w/ Light Fare by Olsen & Company.
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8pm - Candlelight Ceremony / Meditation
Saturday
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9am - Breakfast
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10:30 - Intro of Hosts and Grounding
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11:15 - Yoga with Olana
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12:30 - Lunch
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2pm - Sound Bath & Reiki with Jen & Alexina
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3:30pm - Experience Integration & Discussion
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6:45pm - Dinner at Olsen & Company
Sunday
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9am Breakfast
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11am Cacao Ceremony w/ Meditation & Journaling
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1pm Lunch
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2:15pm 30 Day Manifestation Letter w/ Jen
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3:30pm Wrap Up & Closing Discussion
