Recharge body and spirit with a signature yoga and stand up paddleboarding retreat in the heart of Ontario’s Algonquin Park.
This beloved retreat is offered twice each summer, during August Long Weekend and Labour Day Weekend.
As summer reaches its fullest expression, this experience invites you to pause, slow down, and take in the season with intention. It’s a chance to rest, integrate, and align with nature’s pace while renewing both body and mind. Set within an eco-retreat on scenic Kawawaymog Lake, the retreat combines daily yoga sessions with stand up paddleboarding in a beautiful wilderness setting.
Open to all experience levels, from beginner to advanced, the retreat offers space to explore movement and stillness in equal measure. You may find yourself resting in savasana beneath a sky full of stars, stretching into the morning sun on the dock, or discovering something new as you paddle along the edge of Algonquin Park.
Yoga classes may take place in the lakeside studio, on the dock, and perhaps even on blueberry island. SUP and yoga offerings are designed to welcome participants of every level.
Want to learn more? Angela Dollar’s story on her Quest for Balance at Northern Edge Algonquin offers additional insight.
Joanna Sadowski
Joanna brings together yoga and wilderness adventure in her approach to mind-body-spirit connection. Her experiences have included extended backcountry canoe trips, dogsled and climbing expeditions, and scuba journeys in the Great Barrier Reef.
She has been active in the yoga community for more than 20 years, teaching, facilitating, leading retreats, and continuing to expand her knowledge through ongoing training. She values new experiences, meaningful conversation, and the stories people carry, and feels most at home in nature.
Sarah Connoly
Sarah has long been inspired by the link between nature and personal growth. With over 20 years of experience facilitating adventure and wilderness-based programs, she blends outdoor exploration with quiet reflection to support resilience, self-discovery, and social change.
She recently completed Aerial Yoga teacher training as well as Yin, Mindfulness and Restorative Yoga teacher training, and looks forward to weaving these elements into future retreats. Outside her outdoor work, she enjoys yoga, pottery, and creative community-building.
Lindsay Morris
Lindsay first visited the Edge in 2018 and knew immediately she had found a special place. A yoga, barre, and dance teacher, she is passionate about meeting people where they are on their wellness journey.
Her goal is to help guests feel grounded, empowered, and open to self-discovery. She loves being outdoors and creating meaningful experiences in nature, while fostering a supportive environment where participants can recognize their inner strength.
Wendy Martin
Wendy, Edge Community Connector and Retreat Facilitator, is known for her poetic presence and calming voice. Her work blends yoga, somatic practices, and creative expression, including sound, writing, natural dye, and pottery, to create grounded experiences that support nervous system ease.
She also helps nurture relationships across the Edge community, connecting facilitators, the core team, Way of the Circle communities, and local partners with warmth and care.
Louise Hamelin
Louise is a guide for those seeking balance and reconnection with themselves and the natural world. Inspired by breath, movement, stillness, and the rhythms of nature, she has been teaching since 2012, when she discovered the transformative practice of SUP yoga.
As both a yoga teacher and SUP instructor, she leads classes on and off the water with an emphasis on breath, alignment, inner awareness, balance, and strength. Her inclusive approach encourages participants to explore, play, and gently expand beyond their comfort zones.
August 2 – 5:
August 30 – September 2:
Meals & Dietary Needs
Meals at the Edge are part of the experience, with storytelling that highlights the seasonal flavours of the region and the people who grow and raise ingredients close to home. The kitchen balances globally inspired tastes with provincially produced foods, and meals are served buffet style. When weather allows, guests often enjoy lakeside dining outdoors.
Many dietary needs have been accommodated over the years. Guests are asked to share dietary preferences and restrictions during registration, and those with special requirements will find plenty of thoughtful options.
Itinerary & Program Timings
Each retreat is shaped by the interests of the group, seasonal conditions, and special opportunities that may arise, creating a tailored experience rather than a fixed schedule.
Expect a blend of dreamtime, adventure, community, creativity, nature, and a touch of surprise. Guests are always welcome to choose solo time or rest time instead of planned activities.
Meals are generally served at 8:30, 12:30, and 6pm. When appropriate, optional early-morning or late-night experiences may also be offered.
Arrival Time & Directions
Arrival is between 2 and 3 pm, with programming beginning at 3:30. Guests are encouraged to arrive on time and stay through the full retreat, which generally concludes after brunch on the final day. Please let the team know if you expect to arrive after 3.
What to Bring
Because time will be spent both indoors and outdoors, guests are encouraged to dress for the season and come prepared to stay comfortable, warm, and dry. There is no dress code, and most people wear retreat-casual clothing.
Guests are also invited to bring a surprise to share, such as a game, activity, instrument, song, poem, or a tasty treat.
All-Inclusive Pricing from $1304 +HST
What's Included:
What's Not Included:
Canopy Cabin
Simple, clear-roofed cabins place guests close to nature, just a short walk from the main programming spaces and amenities such as showers and flush toilets. Each canopy cabin includes a double bed and is ideal for solo travellers or couples.
Shared: $1304 / person
Private: $1564 / person
Habitat Cabin
These cozy, rustic cabins are also a short walk from the main programming spaces and amenities such as washrooms and showers. Each features a loft double bed above 2 single beds, making them well suited to friends or other participants sharing together.
Shared: $1304 / person
Private: Unavailable
Studio Cabin
Comfortable and spacious eco-friendly studio rooms are just a minute’s walk from the main programming spaces and showers. They include a small en-suite bathroom with an incinerating toilet, plus both a double bed and a single bed, making them ideal for couples or friends.
Shared: $1434 / person
Private: $1764 / person
Log Cabin Bedroom
This luxurious and comfortable log cabin sits a bit farther from the main programming spaces for added rest, and includes en-suite bathrooms with showers. Each room’s queen bed can convert into two twin beds, offering flexibility for solo travellers, couples, or friends.
Shared: $1614 / person
Private: $1864 / person
Set within a peaceful natural setting, these cozy, rustic cabins offer a simple and comfortable stay for guests who want to feel close to the heart of the retreat while still enjoying a sense of privacy and calm. Located only a short walk from the main programming spaces, they also provide easy access to essential amenities, including washrooms and showers.
Each cabin is designed for shared accommodation and features a loft double bed above two single beds, creating a practical layout that works well for friends or fellow participants traveling together. The warm, understated atmosphere makes these cabins a welcoming place to rest between yoga sessions, workshops, and moments of quiet reflection.
With their inviting cabin style and convenient location, they offer a comfortable balance of simplicity, community, and ease throughout your stay.
Comfortable and spacious, these eco-friendly studio rooms offer a peaceful stay just a one-minute walk from the main program spaces and showers. Designed with ease and simplicity in mind, they provide a quiet retreat close to the heart of the property, making it easy to move between rest, activities, and daily routines.
Each room includes a small en-suite bathroom with an incinerating toilet, adding practical comfort while keeping the eco-conscious experience intact. With both a double bed and a single bed, the layout is especially well suited for couples or friends traveling together. The space feels relaxed, functional, and welcoming, giving guests a comfortable base for a restorative stay.
Nestled a little farther from the main programming areas, this inviting log cabin bedroom offers a quieter setting designed for deep rest and privacy. It is an ideal choice for guests who want to stay close to the retreat atmosphere while enjoying a more peaceful pace between sessions and activities. The cabin combines a warm, cozy feel with practical comfort, creating a restful space to unwind after a full day of yoga, meditation, or other wellness experiences.
Each room includes an en-suite bathroom with a shower, adding convenience and ease to your stay. The Queen bed can also be arranged as two twin beds, making the room wonderfully flexible for solo travellers, couples, or friends sharing together. Thoughtfully designed for comfort and relaxation, this accommodation supports a restorative stay in a natural setting.
Set a little apart from the main program areas, this luxurious and comfortable log cabin offers a peaceful setting designed for true rest and privacy. It is an ideal choice for guests who want to stay close to the retreat atmosphere while enjoying a quieter space to unwind between sessions. Each cabin includes an en-suite bathroom with a shower, adding convenience and comfort to your stay.
The room is thoughtfully arranged to suit different travel needs. A Queen bed can also be converted into two twin beds, making the space flexible for solo travellers, couples, or friends sharing accommodation. With its cozy character and restful location, the cabin creates a welcoming environment for relaxation, reflection, and recovery throughout your stay.
Guests can choose between shared or private accommodations, depending on the experience they would like during their stay. The shared option is ideal for those who enjoy a more social atmosphere, while private accommodations offer added space and privacy for a quieter retreat experience.
Whichever option you select, the room is designed to support rest, comfort, and a peaceful sense of ease throughout your time here. This flexibility makes it simple to find the right balance between connection and personal space, whether you are traveling solo or with others.
Both accommodation types are suited to a relaxed wellness stay, giving you a comfortable base from which to unwind and fully enjoy the retreat environment.
Set among the natural surroundings, these simple cabins with clear roofs offer a peaceful way to stay close to the rhythm of the retreat while still feeling immersed in the outdoors. Located just a short walk from the main programming areas, they provide easy access to shared amenities, including showers and flush toilets, while maintaining a quiet, grounded atmosphere.
Each cabin is furnished with a double bed, making it a comfortable choice for solo travellers seeking extra space or couples looking for a cosy stay. The uncluttered design supports a restful experience, allowing guests to unwind between yoga sessions, meditation, workshops, and other wellness activities. With the sky visible overhead and nature all around, these cabins create a simple yet memorable setting for relaxation and connection.
Set in a peaceful natural setting, these simple cabins with clear roofs offer a quiet stay that keeps guests close to the landscape while still being within easy walking distance of the main program areas and practical amenities like showers and flush toilets. The design creates a calm, back-to-basics atmosphere that feels both comfortable and connected to nature.
Each private canopy cabin includes a double bed, making it a welcoming choice for solo travelers who want extra space or couples looking for a restful shared accommodation. With its uncomplicated style and proximity to the retreat’s key facilities, this option is ideal for guests who value simplicity, convenience, and a more immersive outdoor experience.
With more than 20 years of experience in the yoga community, Joanna Sadowski brings a grounded and adventurous perspective to every class, retreat, and gathering she leads. Her work is rooted in the connection between mind, body, and spirit, shaped by years of teaching, facilitating, and ongoing training. Outside the studio, Joanna’s path has taken her deep into the natural world,...
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Drawn from an early age to the powerful link between nature and personal growth, Sarah Connoly has devoted her work to helping people build resilience within themselves, their families, and their communities. With more than 20 years of experience facilitating adventure- and wilderness-based programs, she brings a thoughtful balance of outdoor exploration and quiet reflection to her work, creating space...
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When Lindsay first visited the Edge in 2018, she knew she had found a place that felt instantly right. A yoga, barre, and dance teacher, she brings a grounded, encouraging presence to every session, meeting people exactly where they are on their wellness journey. Her approach is centered on helping guests feel more connected to their bodies and minds while also...
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Wendy Martin is a retreat facilitator and Edge Community Connector whose gentle, poetic presence creates a sense of calm from the very first moment. Her soft, grounding voice invites people to turn inward and reconnect with what feels most meaningful. Drawing from yoga, somatic practices, and creative expression, she brings together sound, writing, natural dye, and pottery in intuitive experiences...
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Guided by a love of water, nature, and meaningful connection, Louise creates spaces where movement, breath, and stillness come together with ease. Since 2012, she has been sharing her experience as a yoga teacher and SUP instructor, inspired by the transformative discovery of SUP yoga. Her classes are offered both on land and on the water, with thoughtful attention to...
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Mon, Aug 2 – Thu, Aug 5