Learn about the retreat

Welcome to the Mindfulness Incubator Resilience Immersion

A retreat experience like no other! You'll recharge your batteries, build skills, and leave inspired and renewed. 

The Mindfulness Incubator retreat was a revelation -- the perfect amount of time away to give me the space I needed to dive deep into my own personal wellness journey." - Sarah M.

Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed and exhausted? Of being pulled in a million different directions? Of feeling like you're just going through the motions day after day, with barely any time to think, let alone take care of yourself?

Can you remember the last time you had a real break? One where YOU are the focus, and YOU were being taken care of? 

This experience is for you if..

  • You're ready to hit the reset button
  • You recognize you're not being your best, and giving your best, and you're ready to change that
  • You’re ready to reconnect to what lights you up

During this exclusive, intimate women's retreat, you will enjoy:

  • Gourmet cuisine, three meals a day, every day
  • Luxury glamping accommodation and amenities 
  • Exclusive workshops created to boost your resilience and reignite your passions
  • Multiple modalities of contemplation, movement and relaxation

You’ll be inspired by the stunning natural beauty surrounding you, the insights you gain from the guided workshops, and the incredible women who are on the journey with you. You’ll walk away refreshed, with clear intention, and practical tools and insights to build your resilience. 

 

It was like time stood still for a weekend - which was exactly what it was meant to do. For three days, the desert became my home, the other women became my community, and the hospitality of Kit Fox became serious goals for how to treat people. What a gift to be able to spend this time focused on yourself - and share that gift with others upon returning home. Thank you! 

Caren W.

Join our Waitlist!

OurĀ September 19-22, 2024 retreat is fully booked. If you'd like to be notified of any last minute openings, or want to be first to know about our 2025 retreats, reach out below and we'll be in touch!

Invest in yourself...

 

Take a break from the grind and reconnect with what ignites your soul. Recharge, renew, and be inspired. Nourish your body with gourmet cuisine, ease your mind with daily movement, and connect with nature on beautiful hiking trails. Take in the sweeping sunsets. Leave feeling refreshed, relaxed and more resilient, reading to take on whatever life throws your way. 

" I was ready for a break from the hustle & bustle of work and family obligations and I sure got it! After three nights at the Mindfulness Incubator Digital Detox & Renewal Retreat I felt like I'd just had an entire week away. " - Julie H. 

"This retreat was a perfect way to disconnect from the day to day and allow myself to connect deeply with my internal compass and intuition. The surprise bonus was connecting authentically with a group of new friends in this shared experience in a beautiful setting: trading stories and perspectives. It was a true reset and re-grounding. A weekend that I will remember and treasure for a long time." - Brenda A.   

What will the retreat include?

 

  • Luxury Glamping Accommodation

    Experience fully unplugging at KitFox. KitFox is a luxury glamping resort nestled in 160 private acres, within a 10,000 acre nature preserve, just 20 minutes from Santa Fe, New Mexico. Every day, the sunrise and sunset battle it out for the most breathtaking hour of the day. Being here is like being a world away, while still enjoying the comforts of a luxury experience. Each participant will have their own luxury glamping tent, gorgeously appointed with premium bedding, and full access to all the KitFox resort amenities (including newly installed gorgeous bathrooms!). Shared tents at a reduced price are also available, please email for more information ([email protected])

"I'm not a camper, but the accommodations were wonderful and comfortable. I simply can't say enough about the food and the hospitality of the Kitfox staff." - Julie H.

The location and physical amenities of Kit Fox are stunning and immaculate." - Kelly M.

  • True disconnection

    This experience is intentionally free of digital devices, with all of the connection being with yourself, with nature, and with each other. You’re welcome to carry your phone to take photos, but there’s no television or wifi here (and very limited cell signal). You’ll learn how liberating it is to invest in yourself, knowing you won’t be interrupted by emails, notifications or texts. (Emergency contact is continuously available onsite).

"Being a business owner in digital media means that I am staring at a computer screen all day every day of the week, and this retreat gave me the rejuvenation that I truly needed." - Kayleigh M.

  • Incredible Farm to Table Dining experiences

    Dig & Serve is creating delicious sustainable meal experiences throughout the retreat. All breakfasts, lunches and dinners, as well as snacks are included. Mindfulness Incubator will also provide beer, wine, and a special cocktail experience, included in the retreat price. Our prior retreat participants *RAVED* about each and every meal. How can everything be so beautiful, so delicious, so decadent? It's like having one of the best meals you've had in a long time, every meal. Dietary preferences and restrictions can be accommodated.

"The food was amazing: so fresh and bright. The level of attention to detail all around was super impressive." - Cole K. 

  • Curated workshops 

    You’ll experience a number of intimate, exclusive workshops, focused goal and vision setting, creating habits and routines, and building resilience. These workshops are designed to provide actionable, practical insights that you can apply in your day to day life.

"The workshops are so well designed and with such intention- it's impossible not to walk away with some type of transformation that will add value to your days for the rest of your life. I'm so grateful to have been a part of this." - Mia S. 

  • Community

    For many of our past participants, the wonderful community was an unexpected favorite of the retreat experience. Learning from each other's life lessons, and laughing at our shared struggles was a highlight for us all. 
    “Anyone looking for a sense of community and deep nourishment would benefit from this retreat.” Sarah M
    "(I) really enjoyed just the open conversation with like minded women.” Rachael M 
  • Unique experiences

    Finally turn down your overthinking mind, and cultivate more presence by exploring multiple included premium experiences, all created to help you cultivate more mindfulness, spaciousness and resilience. Some examples of these experiences include:
    • Guided yoga and meditation - Start the day with guided movement and reflection.
    • Art Workshops - See how you connect with yourself when you simply let go and create!
    • Sound Healing - reach deeper levels of inner calm and presence through a guided meditation supported by the resonance and music of crystal singing bowls. Most retreat participants have never experienced sound healing, but felt it was one of the highlights of their experience.
    • Live Music - Our last night we welcome a local artist to serenade us as the sun sets. Absolute magic!
  • Lots of downtime

    Blocks of unscheduled time where you can do whatever you want! Choose from hikes or outdoor games. Rest in the outdoor living spaces. Chat with your fellow retreat participants. Or take a nap. Or pick up a book from the Mindfulness Incubator library. Or stare at the horizon. Whatever you want! When's the last time you could choose what you wanted to do without the looming threat of interruption, or someone needing you for something?

"What a relaxing getaway! I was able to clear my mind and reset my priorities." - Julie H. 

"I felt so taken care of by the entire group." - Sarah M. 

  • An intimate, exclusive experience

    The entire KitFox Glamping resort situated on 160 private acres is be dedicated to the Mindfulness Incubator retreat. Only ten (10) tents are available for the retreat, creating an intimate experience that is perfect for renewal and fostering community.
  • Fun!

    S'mores by the fire, live music, craft coffee and tea bar, celebrations and so much laughter. Bring some joy back into your life!

"The laughter. Just being able to laugh without holding back and with new people too. I'll always remember that, it's so good for you to do. " - Caren W. 

 

Watch the video with highlights from our June 2022 retreat!

" I'm so grateful for my experience at the Mindfulness Incubator Retreat. Not only was I able to unplug and focus on myself for the weekend, but I had the opportunity to do so with an amazing group of supportive women that I now can call my friends, and not to mention amazing food and the most thoughtful service. Forever grateful for the experience! " 

-Jenna C.

" What an amazing experience! I've never done anything like this before, so wasn't sure entirely what to expect. It was the perfect balance of curated activities and choose-your-own adventure in a breathtaking setting. "  - Cole K. 

I lived an alternate reality a few weeks ago in the desert of New Mexico. It was a weekend of yoga, Tai chi, sound baths, reiki, drum circles, all of the delicious foods and drinks, reading, sun bathing, writing, donkey laughs and HATS. I met some of the coolest women and got reacquainted with myself. 10/10 - would do it again. " - Megan H. 

 

Mindfulness Incubator Retreat Experience at a Glance*

 

Day 1

Arrive & Release

Day 1 is about unplugging, and is focused on you transitioning as quickly and fully as possible into rest, renewal and relaxation. Turn off your devices and pick up your welcome gift bag. Discover your luxury Glamping accommodation and all that the KitFox property on the Galisteo Preserve has to offer. Join our welcome contemplation, where we reflect on what we’re ready to leave behind, and what we most want to get out of our experience. Then, the Dig & Serve team welcomes us to a shared table for an incredible meal featuring local and seasonal ingredients from New Mexico. Stick around and chat with your fellow participants, or slip back to your tent and be enveloped by a cocoon of comfort in your luxury glamping tent.

Day 2

Renew and Restore

Day 2 is all about deep renewal. Start the day enjoying local craft coffee (or opt for your own pot of delicious loose leaf tea) while the sun casts first light across the Galisteo basin. Move your body with gentle Yoga on the Yoga deck. Enjoy a wonderful breakfast made fresh whenever you're ready. Be transported to deep relaxation as the healing sounds of 31 Crystal Singing bowls serve as a gentle backdrop to your contemplation. A mindful hike and picnic lunch will cultivate our ability to be fully present. An interactive, guided workshop will lead you through setting an inspiring and compelling vision for your future. Whether you choose to participate in an optional additional massage treatment or not, your day will be deeply restorative. We’ll conclude our day with another unforgettable Dig & Serve sustainable farm to table dining experience.

Day 3

Inspire and Discover

Day 3 is all about inspiring you to become your best self, and live your best life, whatever that might be for you. In the morning, we once again start the day with piping hot tea of coffee, made to order. Join our Camp Host Jen on a guided hike of the local trails, and take in the natural beauty of this incredible preserve. We'll then explore Art as a modality for inspiration and release. During the afternoon, we’ll have a workshop focused on intentional living and goal setting. We wrap up Day 3 with an evening celebration, and enjoy the Sunset with another incredible Dig & Serve meal and a spectacular live music performance.

Day 4

Sustain with Intention

As the sun rises on our fourth day, we are feeling more rested, more focused, more joyful and more purposeful. We start the day with mindful movement. We spend some time together exploring how we can integrate the resilience skills we have been cultivating in our day to day life, and how small habits will set us up for success and sustained change. When it's time to leave, we feel rested, replenished, and excited to tackle what's ahead with new friends, new intention, and new clarity. 

*Please note that the retreat outline is a representative overview of the experience. The schedule is subject to change. 

What our retreat guests are saying...

Rachael M - Product Growth Director, Meta

"After a couple challenging months at work and living in the "baby years" during a pandemic, I found the Mindfulness Incubator Reset and Renewal retreat just at the right moment! Despite not knowing anyone and glamping in the New Mexico desert being a bit out of my comfort zone, I needed something bold to challenge myself and to give me time and space to reflect. The retreat ended up exceeding my expectations, from the gorgeous venue with amazing food and service beyond anything I've ever experienced, to meaningful and fun experiences, to the guided reflections to bring back into my day to day life, to the amazing community built in just a few short days. Highly, highly recommend taking the time for invest into yourself - I'll be back next year!"

Jenna C, Events @ Google

"I'm so grateful for my experience at the Mindfulness Incubator Digital Detox & Renewal Retreat. Not only was I able to unplug and focus on myself for the weekend, but I had the opportunity to do so with an amazing group of supportive women that I now can call my friends, and not to mention amazing food and the most thoughtful service. Forever grateful for the experience!"

Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic, founder & CEO of storytelling with data

“What an amazing experience! I've never done anything like this before, so wasn't sure entirely what to expect. It was the perfect balance of curated activities and choose-your-own adventure in a breathtaking setting. The accommodations were immaculate and well appointed. The food was amazing: so fresh and bright. The level of attention to detail all around was super impressive. I returned to life feeling physically and mentally renewed after an amazing few days in the desert!”

Julie Herres, Owner GreenOak Accounting, Best Selling Author

"I was ready for a break from the hustle & bustle of work and family obligations and I sure got it! After three nights at the Mindfulness Incubator Digital Detox & Renewal Retreat I felt like I'd just had an entire week away. The activities were wonderful. I loved them all and got to experience things I wouldn't have sought out for myself like a Sound Bath experience and reiki.
I'm not a camper, but the accommodations were wonderful and comfortable. I simply can't say enough about the food and the hospitality of the Kitfox staff. Everything was well thought out (like extra blankets and phone chargers in each tent) and I slept incredibly well.
It was so nice to have no responsibilities for a few days and just relax and rejuvenate. I can't wait to attend again!"

Sarah M. - Marketing & Communications at Google

"The Mindfulness Incubator retreat was a revelation -- the perfect amount of time away to give me the space I needed to dive deep into my own personal wellness journey. The variety of teacher-mentors and disciplines explored was incredible! I felt supported by everyone, including the amazing women who joined the journey alongside me. The accommodations (KitFox) and food experience (Dig & Serve) absolutely delivered - I felt so taken care of by the entire group. Thank you, Mindfulness Incubator, for creating an experience to remember... I can't wait to come back!"

Kelly M., Founder & Entrepreneur (Pier Collective & Buttnski)

"Wow. This experience was beyond what I could have imagined when I committed to setting aside a long weekend of rest and rejuvenation. Like many of us, it's difficult to imagine setting aside time to get away and unplug. I was looking most forward to the digital detox part of the experience and time to quiet my mind and turn inwards. First of all, the location and physical amenities of Kit Fox are stunning and immaculate. You would never know you're in the middle of a desert with how clean everything is, including the bathrooms, showers, common areas and glamping tents. The Kit Fox staff goes above and beyond to make sure you feel cared for, and the love they put into every part of the experience is evident from the details in how they source, cook, plate & serve every meal to the way they have thoughtfully designed every detail of the aesthetic to ensure maximum comfort and relaxation. The experiences of daily yoga, meditation and sound healing were so peaceful for my body and mind. On top of it all, Stephanie is an incredible facilitator who lead us through practical exercises that we can apply in our everyday life to improve the quality of our life and relationships day to day. This retreat was the perfect harmony of unplugging, resetting, connecting to other beautiful humans and nature and getting back in touch to the most important parts of life. I highly recommend that everyone make time for this experience to prioritize yourself and your health."

Caren W, San Francisco, Brand Strategist

"It was like time stood still for a weekend - which was exactly what it was meant to do. For three days, the desert became my home, the other women became my community, and the hospitality of Kit Fox became serious goals for how to treat people. What a gift to be able to spend this time focused on yourself - and share that gift with others upon returning home. Thank you!"

Megan H, Events in Tech

"I lived an alternate reality a few weeks ago in the desert of New Mexico. It was a weekend of yoga, Tai chi, sound baths, reiki, drum circles, all of the delicious foods and drinks, reading, sun bathing, writing, donkey laughs and HATS. I met some of the coolest women and got reacquainted with myself. 10/10 - would do it again."

Your retreat team

Investing in a retreat is a pretty big deal. You’re taking time away from an already overflowing life. Here’s who will be working together to create an incredible experience for you.

KitFox (@staykitfox)

https://staykitfox.com/

Lodging & Amenities

KitFox is New Mexicos’ premier Glamping destination. Situated on 160 stunning acres, nestled within a 10,000 acre preserve, the magic of this place comes from an incredible vision, an awe inspiring location, and the immaculate attention to creating the best possible experience for KitFox guests. 

We also love that KitFox is an independent, woman-owned business.

“ How does KitFox keep everything so clean? Everything is immaculate. The clubhouse is like a showroom. The glamping tents are pristine. The restrooms and showers are beyond beautiful. It’s like walking into a brand new space every time. How do they do that? I had my reservations about glamping (I’m not a camper), but this place is amazing! -  Julie H

Dig & Serve (@digandserve)

https://digandserve.com/

Meal experiences

Dig & Serve specialize in Farm to Fork, off-grid dining. They create al-fresco masterpieces, by building menus inspired by what is fresh, local and seasonal, and coaxing incredible flavors through their masterful cookery and preparations.

“ I live in the Bay Area and eat out several times per week at what are known as great restaurants. I can honestly say that in the last three days I have eaten some of the best food I can remember. Incredibly fresh and beautiful.  - Retreat Guest

Stephanie C.

Stephanie is your retreat host and workshop facilitator.Ā 

Stephanie is deeply passionate about wellness. Her experience includes over 20 years in Tech and Management Consulting, includingĀ 16 years at a large tech company where she currently is a Senior Director leading a complex organization.

Stephanie is an experienced workshop and program developer and facilitator. She holds an Executive Coaching Certification from the Hudson Institute, a Mindfulness & Meditation Teacher Training certification from the School of Positive Transformation, as well as a Holistic Health Counseling Certification from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition.

Stephanie is mom to twin elementary aged kids and is a nature lover, lifelong learner, and outdoor enthusiast. She is passionate about helping professional women live with more ease and purpose, and has created a series of workshops and facilitated experiences for our retreat!

"Ā Stephanie is an incredible facilitator who lead us through practical exercises that we can apply in our everyday life to improve the quality of our life and relationships day to day.Ā " - Kelly M.Ā 

"Ā Stephanie's workshop facilitation was exceptional. Every topic helped me understand myself better.Ā " - Sarah M.Ā 

"Stephanie is such a great facilitator. I would recommend this retreat to anyone." - Angela K.

Join our waitlist!

OurĀ September 19-22, 2024 is fully booked, but you can still join our waitlist! Reach out and someone will be in touch.Ā 

Who is this retreat for? 

  • " I'd recommend this retreat to anyone looking for a sense of community and deep nourishment would benefit from this retreat." - Sarah M. - Marketing & Communications at Google

  • “ I'd recommend the experience unhesitatingly to anyone who is feeling like they need a reset. If you're feeling out of balance or like you're spending energy in areas that don't align with your personal goals and priorities, the time and space to unpack that and reflect on your own and in guided ways in a beautiful setting with amazing food and people will work wonders—or at least it did for me!”  - Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic, founder & CEO of storytelling with data
  • " This retreat is perfect for any woman who puts others before herself and needs to get back in touch with her essence and who she is at her core." - Kelly M., Founder & Entrepreneur (Pier Collective & Buttnski)
  • This retreat is perfect for women who need a break from their daily lives to just breathe and experiment with other perspectives they haven't had access to because of their consistent, and perhaps relentless, focus on who and what they are now." - Lisa Murrell, Equine Alchemy
  • " This retreat was a perfect way to disconnect from the day to day and allow myself to connect deeply with my internal compass and intuition. The surprise bonus was connecting authentically with a group of new friends in this shared experience in a beautiful setting: trading stories and perspectives. It was a true reset and re-grounding. A weekend that I will remember and treasure for a long time. " - Brenda A., Technology Leader & Leadership Coach
  • This retreat is for the busy professional who is looking to learn about how to build more intention and space into their life. However - also for someone looking for new connections, a fun time, and just a general release." - Caren W, San Francisco, Brand Strategist

Express Interest in Joining

If you'd like to set up a 1:1 call with our retreat facilitator, send us an email!

[email protected]Ā 

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Frequently Asked Questions

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We can’t wait for you to join the Mindfulness Incubator Retreat

Retreats have been a game changer in our health and wellbeing journeys. They have helped transform habits, get clear on goals, and recharge better than a vacation, staycation, and certainly business as usual. 

If you're feeling overwhelmed, needing to recharge, or wanting to find more focus and intention in your life, this retreat is for you!

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