Movement Retreat
Summer 2025
August 17 - 23, 2025
Leviathan Studio
Lasqueti, BC
Escape the craziness of the city, and join us for a week of movement, forest bathing, ocean swims, wholesome meals, and sauna nights!
(Photos by Peter Paul Rubens)
The Experience
6 x overnight stays in a magical place on Lasqueti Island
Morning Meditation & Yoga
2 sessions of instructed Movement practice per day (all levels) to dive deeper into our bodies and cultivate a state of play
3 x delicious healthy meals per day (Meat and Vegetarian options available)
Snacks & Tea are available all the time
Tons of time to read, write, swim, play, and explore
Optional Sauna session or movies every night
About Lasqueti
Lasqueti is an island off the east coast of Vancouver Island. It is quite remote and isolated, with a population of around 500 people. It is perfectly far from all the sounds and distractions of the city life, making it an ideal place to disconnect from our busy lives and connect with our bodies and nature.
About Leviathan
This is the craziest place you will ever see in BC. Guaranteed.
Here’s Leviathan’s official mission statement:
“To provide a place in nature to study movement, dance and meditation. Leviathan Studio is committed to sustainable practices and permaculture serving organic local food whenever possible. Committed to a safe, intoxicant free environment.”
Leviathan is built by a man named Mark Young, primarily for Contact Improvisation. He will be our host, and will be providing all the food and accommodation.
For more info on Leviathan, visit https://leviathan.lasqueti.ca/about
Sample Daily Schedule
7:30 AM - 8 AM: Morning Yoga & Mediation
8 AM - 10 AM: Breakfast & Free Time
10 AM - 12 PM: Morning Practice
12 PM - 1 PM: Lunch
1 PM - 4 PM: Personal Retreat Time
4 PM - 6 PM: Afternoon Pracitce
6 PM - 7 PM: Dinner
7 PM - 10 PM: Social Time, Movie Night, Sauna
Retreat Facilitators
Alireza Jambor
Alireza is a movement teacher & practitioner. Over the years, he has explored and delved into various practices and disciplines such as Yoga, Acrobatics, Climbing, and Dance. Ali’s mission as a teacher is to inspire people to adopt a movement practice that goes beyond simply improving strength, flexibility, and aesthetic appeal. He believes that a meaningful practice allows for exploration of the body in the fullest way and facilitates playfulness, self discovery, and connection.
Louis Ngo
Louis is a multi-faceted Movement instructor. He is an experienced Yoga teacher with a deep connection to the practice, having completed his teacher training in India. He also specializes in Movement Flow, Acro Yoga, and Calisthenics, bringing a dynamic range of movement-based practices to his classes. As a certified Thai Massage practitioner, Louis incorporates healing and body awareness into his teaching, creating a holistic approach to movement and wellness.
When he is not teaching, Louis can be found taking part in his other passions such as Rock Climbing, Archery, and Fire Spinning.
FAQ
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We will get there by taking two different ferries from Vancouver. But don’t worry. We will coordinate ferry rides as a group and provide all the necessary information closer to the date!
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You can expect something similar to camping.
There are a few options:There are beds & mattresses in shared spaces that you can use for free. You do still need to bring your own bedding & pillow for these
You can bring your own tent and camping gear (This is what a lot of people do. It is quite lovely and peaceful outside)
You can rent a tent for $100 that will have a futon, bedding, and towel
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Lasqueti is a remote island, and Leviathan is not a 5 start hotel. You won’t get a fancy lodging experience, but you will have all the basics, including toilets and a shower facility.
Expect a rustic and nature-infused atmosphere :)
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There will be 3 meals - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
The meals are high quality, and high in both protein and fat.
You can expect: Wild Sockeye salmon, free range organic chickens raised on the property, wild lamb, Lasqueti raised pork and beef, as well as lots of fruit and fresh kale from the garden.
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A $500 USD non-refundable deposit is required to secure your spot.
The remaining balance can be split into two installments if needed, and we’re happy to review payment plans on a case-by-case basis to find the best solution for you. -
We can offer full refund up until 3 months before the retreat. After that, it is not guaranteed, and it will depend on the attendance level and whether there is a waiting list.
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No prior experience is necessary! All movement, yoga, and acro yoga sessions are thoughtfully designed to accommodate all levels, giving everyone—whether a beginner or seasoned mover—the chance to explore their physicality, connect with their body, and cultivate a sense of play.
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The retreat dates are August 17 - 23, 2024.
Here is the breakdown:
Sun (Aug 17) - Arrival Day + Dinner
Mon (Aug 18) - Full Retreat Day 1
Tue (Aug 19) - Full Retreat Day 2
Wed (Aug 20) - Full Retreat Day 3
Thu (Aug 21) - Full Retreat Day 4
Fri (Aug 22) - Full Retreat Day 5
Sat (Aug 23) - Breakfast + Departure -
Early Bird: $1050 CAD
(Until May 17, 2025)
Regular: $1250 CAD
(After May 17, 2025)
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Save your Spot
In order to secure your spot, please fill out the following form, and we will contact you for the next steps of payment and registration.