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The Seasonal Pause: Autumn Equinox | Sept 20, 2026
A Half-Day Gathering in Whistler, BC to Honour the Turning of the Season
As summer begins to soften into autumn, nature offers an invitation to pause. The Autumn Equinox is a threshold moment between light and dark, with the fullness of summer behind us and the quiet of fall ahead. It's a natural time to slow down, reflect and reconnect before stepping into whatever lies next.
Join Carolyn for The Seasonal Pause, a thoughtfully curated half-day gathering designed to honour this transition with her favourite practices and in her favourite mountain town. Carolyn has invited two cherished Whistler teachers, Sara Russell and Heidi Whent, to join her in creating this experience.
This is an opportunity to make space for yourself - to pause with the season, notice where you are, honour what matters and cross this seasonal threshold with greater presence and intention.
Sunday, September 20th, 2026
11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Itsken Hall at Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre
Whistler, BC
A detailed welcome email with all the info of the gathering will land in your inbox within 48 hours of purchase.
Due to the intimate nature of this gathering and the advance planning involved, registrations are non-refundable.
Prices are in CAD.
A Half-Day Gathering in Whistler, BC to Honour the Turning of the Season
As summer begins to soften into autumn, nature offers an invitation to pause. The Autumn Equinox is a threshold moment between light and dark, with the fullness of summer behind us and the quiet of fall ahead. It's a natural time to slow down, reflect and reconnect before stepping into whatever lies next.
Join Carolyn for The Seasonal Pause, a thoughtfully curated half-day gathering designed to honour this transition with her favourite practices and in her favourite mountain town. Carolyn has invited two cherished Whistler teachers, Sara Russell and Heidi Whent, to join her in creating this experience.
This is an opportunity to make space for yourself - to pause with the season, notice where you are, honour what matters and cross this seasonal threshold with greater presence and intention.
Sunday, September 20th, 2026
11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Itsken Hall at Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre
Whistler, BC
A detailed welcome email with all the info of the gathering will land in your inbox within 48 hours of purchase.
Due to the intimate nature of this gathering and the advance planning involved, registrations are non-refundable.
Prices are in CAD.
YOUR AFTERNOON
A Cultural Welcome honouring the land, place and ancestry
Grounding meditation and seasonal intention setting
Dynamic mat Pilates with Sara Russell of Reform Whistler
Guided journaling and seasonal reflection
A spacious mid-afternoon break to enjoy refreshments, connect with others, or simply take a few quiet moments for yourself
Transformative Breathwork and Sound
Nourishing Yin Yoga with Heidi Whent
Seasonal integration practices to continue at home
Light refreshments and thoughtfully curated gifts from local businesses
Meaningful connection within a welcoming community
REGISTRATION INCLUDES
All guided sessions
Light refreshments
Thoughtfully curated gifts from local businesses
Take-home reflection and integration practices
*Travel to and from Whistler and Accommodation is not included
The Seasonal Pause has been intentionally designed as a complete experience, with each practice building on the one before it. To honour the group and the flow of the afternoon, we ask that participants plan to arrive on time and remain for the full gathering whenever possible.
If an unexpected circumstance arises, please let us know.
View more details here.
Alternate retreat dates:
Join Carolyn for a gentle and nourishing 3-day, 2-night retreat.
Set against a stunning natural backdrop at Nectar on Bowen Island, this restful getaway invites you to slow down and restore through Grounding Spa Yoga, calming Breathwork, and Mindful presence. We'll honour the close of the summer—creating space to reflect, reset and simply be, before the return of fall schedules and routines.
Through a blend of Slow and Restorative Yoga, Guided Meditation, Breath Awareness and contemplative practices, you'll be supported in softening the edges, releasing what no longer serves, and listening more deeply to your inner rhythms.
Surrounded by nature and like-hearted community, allow this retreat to be your gentle bridge from the highs of summer to a slower pace.
Nectar Room Descriptions and Images
Please fill this Sign Up Form upon purchasing. If you're planning to share a Double or Triple room, please coordinate with your roommate or friend and book together. We’re unable to guarantee pairing you with a roommate.
A detailed welcome email with all the retreat info will land in your inbox within 48 hours of purchase.
PRICES ARE LISTED IN CAD AND BEFORE TAX
Join Carolyn and Kelbey for a Transformational Breathwork & Sound Workshop at Werklab in Vancouver, shared alongside a like-minded community.
As autumn invites us inward, this is an opportunity to slow down, reconnect and create space for what matters most. Through guided breathwork, immersive sound and quiet reflection, you'll gently release built-up stress, settle your nervous system and step into the season ahead with greater clarity, steadiness and intention.
Whether you're feeling full, in transition or simply longing for a meaningful pause, you're warmly welcome.
Tuesday, Sept 29th | 7:00–8:30 PM
at Werklab, Vancouver, BC
Together, we will explore:
Conscious Connected Breathwork
Heart-Centered Meditations
Reflective Writing Prompts
Sound Activation, with Kelbey weaving the journey through his musical gifts
*We have chosen to offer tickets on a tiered pricing system - please choose the rate that feels most aligned with your current financial capacity. Each option supports the sustainability of this work and accessibility for others.
What it is:
A Transformational Conscious Connected Breathwork experience is an active meditation practice that uses a continuous, circular breathing pattern to support entry into an expanded, non-ordinary state of awareness. Breathwork can help you shift out of habitual patterns, meet limiting beliefs with greater clarity and move or release stored emotion.
The session begins with a gentle arrival, followed by a guided breathwork practice held with care and support throughout. Options are offered to suit your experience, along with time for grounding, rest and reflective writing.
What to Bring:
Notebook and pen
A blanket or extra layer
A cushion, pillow, or yoga block
Location
Werklab
290 - 1275 Venables Street, Vancouver, BC
A Half-Day Gathering in Whistler, BC to Honour the Turning of the Season
As summer begins to soften into autumn, nature offers an invitation to pause. The Autumn Equinox is a threshold moment between light and dark, with the fullness of summer behind us and the quiet of fall ahead. It's a natural time to slow down, reflect and reconnect before stepping into whatever lies next.
Join Carolyn for The Seasonal Pause, a thoughtfully curated half-day gathering designed to honour this transition with her favourite practices and in her favourite mountain town. Carolyn has invited two cherished Whistler teachers, Sara Russell and Heidi Whent, to join her in creating this experience.
This is an opportunity to make space for yourself - to pause with the season, notice where you are, honour what matters and cross this seasonal threshold with greater presence and intention.
Sunday, September 20th, 2026
11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Itsken Hall at Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre
Whistler, BC
A detailed welcome email with all the info of the gathering will land in your inbox within 48 hours of purchase.
Due to the intimate nature of this gathering and the advance planning involved, registrations are non-refundable.
Prices are in CAD.
→ this retreat is now Sold Out. email info@carolynannebudgell.com to join the waitlist ←
Kate and Carolyn are excited for this perfect getaway -- three nights and four days of pure relaxation and rejuvenation, designed to nurture your mind, body and soul. Are you craving a quick recharge?
Discover the ultimate escape at Bodega Ridge Resort, nestled into the forests and ocean on Galiano Island -- just a short trip from Vancouver.
Final payment is due on or before April 1st, 2026 (*the $500 CAD deposit is non-refundable).
PRICES ARE LISTED IN CAD
Unlock the transformative power of breath. A 15 hour virtual program. Learn and practice the skills of teaching breathwork & pranayama.
This brief but comprehensive Zoom course is designed to help you explore the profound benefits of breathwork for both personal wellness and professional application. Dive deep into the when, where and how of various breathwork practices, including techniques for both down-regulating and energizing the nervous system to support optimal health.
This 15 hour program features a blend of practice teaching, engaging lectures and lively discussions, ensuring you gain practical skills and theoretical knowledge. Perfect for anyone passionate about breathwork and pranayama, this course equips you with the tools to effectively teach diverse groups and demographics.
WHEN:
Oct 24/25th, 2026
9:00 AM - 12:30 AM + 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM PT PACIFIC TIME ZONE
15 hours total (12-via zoom, 3-homework)
Please fill out this form after purchasing
You will receive a Welcome Email within 48 hours.
Rates are CAD.
Join Carolyn for a grounding afternoon at Nectar Yoga. This retreat is designed to help you pause, reset and discover new ways of caring for your nervous system and heart. Through Guided Meditations, Restorative Spa Yoga, Soothing Breathwork and Group Discussions, you’ll leave feeling clearer, calmer and more whole.
You’ll find new reasons to celebrate yourself and all that you’ve grown through. Give yourself permission to pause, rest and reset. It’s a perfect afternoon getaway toNectar Yoga, on Bowen Island.
THE EXPERIENCE:
Gentle Hatha & Restorative Spa Yoga Sessions
Unwind with yoga practices designed to nourish your body and support a full-system reset, in a serene natural setting.
Breathwork for Clarity & Calm
Practice simple, powerful breathing techniques to release tension, reset the nervous system and reconnect with inner stillness.
Guided Stillness: Meditations & Nature Walks
Drop into the present moment through guided meditations and mindful walking practices that invite spaciousness and ease.
Reflective Writing, Group Sharing & Intention Setting
Gently explore your inner world through journaling, group reflection and the creation of clear, supportive intentions moving forward.
Self-Myofascial Release & Tension Relief
Explore body-based release using massage techniques with a lacrosse ball to let go of stored tension and restore ease.
Yoga mats, props and extra gift are all included.
PRICES ARE LISTED IN CAD