AnnapurnaBlue Retreat Center

Discover tranquility and rejuvenation at our exclusive retreat centers, each offering a unique sanctuary designed for your ultimate well-being.

AnnapurnaBlue’s Retreat Center is a sanctuary of peace and healing, nestled on an environmentally protected private lake in Emily, Minnesota. Surrounded by lush green forests and the gentle whisper of rustling pines, this serene escape invites you to reconnect with the beauty of nature.

Imagine hearing the calming call of the loons, watching eagles soar high above, and feeling the majestic presence of owls as they watch over in the quiet twilight—it’s a profoundly peaceful and healing experience.

Being in nature is inherently restorative, and our retreat offers the perfect setting to immerse yourself in its beauty. Enjoy a range of outdoor activities, from swimming and paddle boarding to canoeing and kayaking on the crystal-clear lake, all designed to foster self-renewal and inner healing.

Whether you're seeking moments of stillness or the joy of outdoor exploration, the peaceful surroundings of AnnapurnaBlue will help you feel more centered, renewed, and inspired.

Crete, Greece Retreat: Our AnnapurnaBlue retreat in Crete, Greece, is a haven of Mediterranean beauty and tranquility. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of crystal-clear waters and rugged mountains, this retreat blends natural splendor with ancient history. Experience the enchanting landscapes and timeless charm of Crete, perfect for a serene and inspiring wellness experience.

Montezuma, Costa Rica Retreat: Escape to our AnnapurnaBlue retreat in Montezuma, Costa Rica, a coastal town celebrated for its bohemian vibe, stunning waterfalls, and pristine beaches.

Nestled in a lush tropical landscape, this retreat offers a serene and rejuvenating escape, allowing you to unwind and connect with nature in an idyllic setting.

All our retreat locations feature comfortable accommodations, ensuring you have a restful night's sleep and ample space for contemplation and peace.

At AnnapurnaBlue, we are dedicated to providing a personalized and transformative experience for each guest. Our retreats are thoughtfully designed to cater to your unique needs, guiding you on a journey that not only rejuvenates but also empowers you to redefine your approach to health, balance, and daily living.

Our Retreat Offerings:

Integrated Mindset Sessions: Transform your mindset with expert-led sessions.
Holistic Healthy Living Sessions
Qigong & Body Movement: Reconnect with your body through gentle movement and energy flow.
Yoga: Enhance your physical and spiritual well-being with guided yoga practices.
Sound Healing: Experience the therapeutic benefits of sound vibrations.
Meditation & Breathwork: Find inner peace and clarity with meditation and breathwork techniques.
Free Time: Enjoy our retreat locations at your leisure.
Massage Treatments: Indulge in soothing massage treatments.
One-on-One Sessions: Receive personalized guidance and support.
Post-Retreat Sessions: Continue your journey with ongoing support after the retreat.
Thirty (30) years experience from our professional staff.
Chef designed meals to nourish your body and senses.
A wonderful relaxing and inspiring experience
Meeting new friends and support group
You will leave with the tools to help you create the life you would like to have.

Each retreat offers special experiences. Click on Life Altering Retreat to explore more.

Join us at AnnapurnaBlue for a life-altering journey, where every aspect of your stay is designed to foster profound transformation in your health, balance, and daily life.

Your Wellness Experience:
You've decided you need to take care of yourself. The moment you make the commitment to register for a Health and Wellness experience, your retreat begins. We will reach out to help you plan and prepare for your retreat. We will arrange a Zoom conference to discuss your needs, obstacles and goals, and set a personalized plan for your retreat.

Below you will find some of what AnnapurnaBlue offers our
guests as part of their retreat.

Mindset Sessions

Our Wellness Sessions are a key element of our retreats. It is during this time the magic begins.

These sessions are a perfect time to reflect on what obstacles or negativities you may be facing in your daily life and how they are affecting you physically, mentally, financially, and in other areas within your life. A time to realize what you would like to change, what wisdom you would like to bring into your life.

Some of our sessions:

Five Life Poisons

Fabulous Over 60

Elevate Your Professional Journey

Holistic Health

Grief/Trauma

Qigong - Body Movement

Feng Shui

Reflexology

This is the beginning of you becoming a healthier person physically and mentally.

Wellness Sessions are done as a group, and one-on-one. These sessions are judgment free and designed to heal and empower you.

MEDITATION

Our mind is constantly active. Thoughts arise outside of our control. These thoughts can be positive, or negative. "Monkey mind" is the term used to describe the overactive, chattering mind.

Studies have shown that meditation is an effective way to calm this monkey mind, so it can be more focused and productive.

Practiced in cultures all over the world for thousands of years, meditation uses a set of techniques intended to encourage a heightened state of awareness and focused attention. Meditation is also a consciousness-changing technique that has been shown to have a wide number of benefits on psychological well-being.

Our meditation sessions include working with the breath, the movement of life force in the body. We use breathing purification practices that open the inner energy channels to aid in internal healing.

Holistic Wellbeing

Holistic Health Holistic well-being is about nurturing the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—through natural and integrative approaches that promote healing and balance in all areas of life.

At AnnapurnaBlue, we explore the benefits of holistic health and treatments that go beyond simply addressing symptoms. Our approach looks at the root causes of imbalances, helping to restore harmony to your emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being.

By embracing holistic practices, you’ll find improved mental clarity, emotional balance, and physical vitality. Holistic well-being encourages a deep connection with yourself, fostering a sense of peace, purpose, and happiness that flows into your personal life, relationships, work, and overall health.

Through these practices, you’ll discover tools to manage stress, boost energy, and create a life of greater harmony and fulfillment.

Breathwork

Breathwork is a powerful tool for emotional healing, stress reduction, and spiritual growth. At our retreat, we explore various breathwork techniques, including Soma Breathwork, that allow participants to connect deeply with their inner selves.

Breath is our first experience of life, and learning to harness its energy can lead to profound shifts in awareness and well-being. Through conscious breathing, you'll release emotional blockages, reduce stress, and access deeper self-awareness.

Breathwork opens a gateway to healing and spiritual transformation, grounding you in the present while elevating your sense of purpose and peace.

Body Energy Movement

Body movement is crucial for our Mind, Body and Spirit. Proper body movement reduces anxiety, depression, and diabetes, and assists with weigh management and other physical and mental conditions.

Our retreats incorporate different types of body movement. Perhaps a yoga session, a qigong session or other structured body movement. Our sessions allow everyone, from beginners to advanced, to participate at their own level.

Qigong ~ An ancient Chinese practice to help reduce stress and help your body function at its best.
Yoga ~ Rooted in Indian philosophy, the practice of yoga helps to promote physical and mental well-being. We offer chair yoga for guests who are not able to do certain poses. ( We also offer Chair Yoga, a gentle practice in which postures are performed while seated and/or with the aid of a chair. )
Tibetan Yoga ~ This practice regulates the flow of energy in the body and mind in order to remove negative tendencies and blocks.
Body Dancing ~ Helps you to feed your muscles, mind and spirit.
Tai Chi ~ The gentle Way to reduce Stress and anxiety, increases flexibility and balance.
Kayaking Canoeing, Paddleboarding and Water Sports ~ These are a great way to connect with your body while moving through water, absorbing the power of nature.

Sound Bathing

Sound bathing is the practice of being immersed in sounds and vibrations that have the power to cleanse and heal. It is a journey of self-discovery through deep relaxation and meditation.

Used by many cultures for thousands of years, sound bathing is a holistic approach to relaxation and healing. A great escape from the modern stress of life. Much like a bath with soap and water, a sound bath can cleanse your soul and restore your balance.

We use Tibetan Singing bowls for sound bathing. Surrounded by different singing bowls, you will feel their healing and cleansing power. Stress, tension and depression are washed away with these vibrations.

A study done at the National Institute of Health demonstrates that waves of vibrational sounds help reduce stress, fatique and depression symptoms.

Sound bathing with Tibetan singing bowls before and surgery improved heart rates and other vitals. Reduced anxiety.

Offered in either individual or group sessions.