with Sally Mitchell (Founder and Leader, Yoga, Meditation and Mindfulness Teacher, Massage Therapist and Integrative Health Coach)
Healthy company retreats and offsites are becoming increasingly popular for team building and boosting team morale. Employees are working longer hours, taking fewer vacations, traveling for business more frequently, and spending many hours every day sitting at a desk, working at a computer and using their smartphones.
Studies have shown that employees who are healthy, calm, mindful and clear-headed are more creative, more productive and demonstrate more enthusiasm for their work.
Successful entrepreuners, business professionals and athletes have been using mindfulness, meditation and yoga for many years to help them become more successful and achieve their visions and goals. Our intention is to guide you and your colleagues towards your goals and success with a state of mindfulness, balance, focus and enthusiasm.
Whilst Mindfulness Training is a key aspect our of retreats and events, we also weave our theme Connect. Collaborate. Create. throughout the day, with the intention of helping you Connect more deeply with yourself and each other; Collaborate and work more effectively with your colleagues or teammates; and tap into your creativity so you can Create team visions and action plans that you can take back to your work and lives after the retreat or offsite.
We hope you will also have fun and enjoy taking time away from the office into nature if you join us in Sonoma wine country!
We can arrange full day or multi-day events with overnight stays, that include any combination of the following activities.
We are also available to lead 1-2 hour Mindfulness Training classes, workshops or talks with groups at their own event or location.
An example schedule for a one-day event is included below.
We can also arrange overnight stays at local Sonoma hotels and more rustic retreat centers, or travel to your own event or chosen location. We will work with you to design and create a unique experience that aligns with the goals of your group and allows you to enjoy a mindful and fun day of movement, wellness and wine in Sonoma wine country. Contact us to learn more and discuss planning your custom event today!
"Sally led us through a truly special day for our staff retreat that included mindfulness, stress reduction, yoga, hiking and time for group and self reflection. I have been both a leader and participant in over 20 staff retreats over the years and this one was, hands down, the best. Our team left refreshed and better connected and we have built in some of the themes from the day into our organizational culture. I would highly recommend Sally and Body Flows for a staff retreat." ~ Elizabeth Brown, President and CEO, Community Foundation Sonoma County
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Begin your day with a few sun salutations and a gentle all levels vinyasa flow yoga class, surrounded by stunning vineyards, available for all levels. The Yoga class will consist of creative sequences, linking movements with the breath, moving your body through both yin and yang postures. Incorporating breathing, physical postures and meditation, you will experience a safe and nurturing practice, leaving you feeling relaxed yet energized. Options will be provided for varying abilities. Guided meditation and/or breathing practices may be taught instead of yoga if you prefer.
Talk and tips about mindfulness for stress reduction, living your purpose, meditation, nutrition, mindful and conscious living.
Delicious catered lunch by local restaurant. Vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, and other dietary requirements options available. Choose from a selection of menu items to suit everyone's tastes!
Informative winery tour through the winery, caves and vineyards, learning about the wine making process, in particular the process of organic and biodynamic wine making.
Experience nature at its best with a beautiful 3-4 mile hike through the vineyards or on local hiking trails. The trails are medium level terrain, available for all levels. Proper walking or hiking shoes are recommended.
At the start of the hike, Sally can lead a short ChiWalking/ChiRunning talk and demonstration, teaching natural and pain-free walking and running technique, reducing impact and injury, to allow us to walk or run more efficiently and faster with less effort.
Taste a selection of the winery's delicious organic and biodynamic wines.
"Sally really made our department's off-site and bonding event a memorable one! With her strong attention to detail, warming attitude, and thoughtful activities, she created such a positive environment for us all to have a wonderful experience to collaborate together and get to know each other at a different level. Sally made the experience a great venue to bring our team together in a positive way. The location, food and activities made for a perfect corporate offsite." ~ Lisa Capper, Area Director
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Client Testimonial: "THANK YOU for another fantastic yoga retreat. You have a special talent in bringing people together and helping us to feel great during and after our get-away. Loved every minute." - Jo, March 2017
We are based in Sonoma, California, and we love hosting retreats and events in wine country. We partner with many wineries in Sonoma Valley, within a few miles of the Sonoma plaza, as well as local hotels and restaurants to create a unique experience for your group.
We can also travel to your location.
Sally Mitchell, RYT 200 Hour Yoga Teacher, Certified Massage Therapist, ChiRunning/ChiWalking Instructor, Integrative Nutrition Health Coach
After spending 20 years in the corporate world in technology in London, NYC and San Fransicso, Sally is now following her passion and living her purpose by teaching yoga and leading yoga and wellness retreats in wine country for companies, groups and teams. Understanding first hand the physical and mental stresses many people experience living the busy corporate life, she uses her leadership, management and mentoring skills to create and teach inspiring, mindful and fun experiences for her clients in beautiful locations, allowing time for reflection and connection. Sally is grateful to have the opportunity to inspire and lead others to become healthier and happier and tap into their purpose, through yoga, meditation, mindful movement, massage and energy healing. She looks forward to working with you and your group for a unique and fun yoga, wellness and wine tasting event! Read more about Sally.
"Sally really made our department's off-site and bonding event a memorable one! With her strong attention to detail, warming attitude, and thoughtful activities, she created such a positive environment for us all to have a wonderful experience to collaborate together and get to know each other at a different level. Sally made the experience a great venue to bring our team together in a positive way. The location, food and activities made for a perfect corporate offsite." ~ Lisa Capper, Area Director
"Sally led us through a truly special day for our staff retreat that included mindfulness, stress reduction, yoga, hiking and time for group and self reflection. I have been both a leader and participant in over 20 staff retreats over the years and this one was, hands down, the best. Our team left refreshed and better connected and we have built in some of the themes from the day into our organizational culture. I would highly recommend Sally and Body Flows for a staff retreat." ~ Elizabeth Brown, President and CEO, Community Foundation Sonoma County
"Body Flows was an incredible team outing. Sally led our group through yoga and meditation, and provided a perfect balance of comfort, rejuvenation and relaxation. She was very accommodating and approachable to those who were new to practice. Leading up to the day, Sally was very organized and thoughtful. Sally truly went beyond my expectations and I would highly recommend Body Flows for a company retreat." - Happy Corporate Customer, San Francisco, August 2018
"I have been practicing yoga for over 10 years and this was hands down my favorite retreat. Sally comes with a wealth of yoga knowledge and experience that she shares in a comfortable and supportive way. Her classes were deep, insightful, nourishing, and energizing. The group was awesome professional women from a variety of backgrounds. I love that we practiced yoga and meditation together but also had time to explore on our own or in small groups. I already signed up for another Body Flows retreat! Thank you Sally." ~ Angela B, San Mateo
"THANK YOU for another fantastic yoga retreat. You have a special talent in bringing people together and helping us to feel great during and after our get-away. Loved every minute." ~ Jo T, Sonoma