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WOMEN’S WELLNESS WEEKEND

your transformation begins Saturday, April 6, 2024 9:00AM-6:00PM

7506 N. Main St | Houston, TX 77022

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WOMEN’S WELLNESS WEEKEND

yes, queen

We celebrate you and your decision to care for yourself by joining us for Raava! You said “yes” to joy, wellbeing, and belonging. Get ready for a day of rejuvenation, self-discovery, and connection. Our team of experts have curated a program focused on your well-being with activities like yoga, acupuncture, mindfulness, and empowering workshops.

Spring is the perfect time to reconnect to our own life force and call in energy from nature. Keying into the right fuel for our minds, bodies, and souls allows us to be and feel our best. We invite you to align with the season of renewal and be reborn with refreshed energy and inspired intentions.

Feel free to explore the space, connect with like-minded women, go with the low, and embrace this journey just for you. You deserve it. Thank you for caring for yourself and allowing us to be part of this journey with you.

With Light and Love,

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

WELCOME

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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OUR SPECIALISTS

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SCHEDULE

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TAKE HOME WELLNESS

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EXPERIENCES

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CULINARY

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MAP

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CONTINUE YOUR JOURNEY

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OUR SPECIALISTS

Certi ied Yoga Instructor + IIN Holistic Health Coach Incredibly passionate about wellness, Alexis helps others connect with their bodies & gives them a home within the wellness community. Her own struggles with coming o birth control fuels her in guiding others in understanding and syncing their cycles.

Meet our holistic wellness professionals delivering the ultimate self-care escape.

WORKSHOP: VinYin Yoga PRIVATE EXPERIENCE: Cycle Syncing

AMANDA Yoga Instructor + Chief Creative O icer of the Yoga Triangle Amanda is a passionate wellness advocate and inventor, the chief creative o icer for Yoga Triangle currently working as a AI Specialist and Brand Strategist for an Energy Company with 20 years of experience in empowering people, encouraging innovation and agency. In her work as an bodyworker, energy worker, and movement enthusiast, Amanda has found numerous ways to support & grow the wellness community at all levels.

WORKSHOP: VinYin Yoga

BRIANA Crystal Specialist Through manifestation, Briana discovered her life’s purpose & passion of sharing the bene its of crystals and incorporating their use in everyday life. This led her to start a business with her mother to create crystal-infused spiritual tools to create and support positive space—regardless of spiritual level.

PRIVATE EXPERIENCE: Aura Bracelet, Custom Crystal Bracelet

CATALINA Holistic Healer + Daoist Priest Born in Bogotá, Colombia, Catalina Alexandra’s (Li Yi) practice is born of her need of freedom, service, & her relationship with nature as a bridge of connection, healing, and empowerment for her & her guests. Catalina is a Dragon Gate Daoist priest who enjoys teaching traditional Chinese qigong, healing arts, & sharing the magic of essential oils.

PRIVATE EXPERIENCE: Oil Healing

CHESTER Chef Chester Chambers is a plant-based chef in Houston, TX, bringing together traditions and ingredients from West African and Indigenous American cultures to create Indigenous Soul Food. His purpose and mission is to help others explore our complex relationship with food, & build generational health for all through his cooking & service..

WORKSHOP: Lunch Service

FRANCISCA Healing Arts Practitioner Francisca Hernandez has studied and incorporated multiple modalities in supporting guests in healing, including breathwork, Reiki, restorative yoga, and tarot. Francisca uses her skills and intuition to guide others towards healing and thriving. She loves being in nature, and its reminders to keep our hearts open.

WORKSHOP: Healing Breathwork Journey PRIVATE EXPERIENCE: Reiki Chakra Balancing, Clarifying Tarot, Energy Clearing

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JAMES Massage Therapist James helps guests relax and ind relieve stress through thoughtful trust & his intuitive understanding of the human body. He loves using his knowledge, experience, & training to improve people’s lives mentally & physically. He educates on awareness of one’s body & personal self-care

PRIVATE EXPERIENCE: Relaxation, Deep Tissue Release, Lymphatic Drainage

JEWELS Aura Specialist Capturing auras and energies for years now, Jewels helps people to see and understand themselves on a metaphysical level. She gets great joy in helping the community explore themselves on a higher level through the aura experience.

PRIVATE EXPERIENCE: Experience Your Aura, Custom Aura Mala

MAI-ANH Hypnosis Practitioner + Meditation Guide Mai-Anh is a board-certi ied hypnosis practitioner who loves to help others discover and claim their power. Her workshops use a variety of practices to help guests relax, self-explore, have fun, & integrate. Traveling inspires & informs her on the universal human experience & how to build connection.

WORKSHOP: i’mperfect workshop PRIVATE EXPERIENCE: Self-Healing Hypnosis, Agni Kaizen Ceremony, Personal Growth

NICOLE Astrologist Nicole is a Humanistic Astrologist with a compassionate approach rooted in the belief that each person is unique and worthy of understanding. She combines astrological insights with empathetic listening to illuminate paths to empower others to embrace their true selves and navigate life's complexities with clarity and vision.

PRIVATE EXPERIENCE: Natal Chart Reading

SARAH Acupuncturist Dr. Anzola has a background in Human Ecology and a Master's Degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. Dr. Anzola received her Doctorate Degree in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine from the American College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine along with her internship and advanced studies from Tianjin University of TCM in Tianjin, China.

WORKSHOP: Unlock & Unleash PRIVATE EXPERIENCE: Full-Body Acupuncture, Acupuncture + Cupping

WHITNEY Yoga Instructor Whit found her calling in Movement. She has studied dance, various styles of yoga, & somatic— bringing them all together to help others connect to themselves & ind community. Her experiences are designed to you bring life!

WORKSHOP: VinYin Yoga

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opening ceremony

SCHEDULE Our day of transformative experiences laid out to help you connect to your body, mind, & soul.

The day opens with a warm welcome from our team of practitioners with a sound bath to set the tone, pace, and intention for the day. Receive your Welcome Bag and items you will need for relaxation.

09:00AM

09:30AM VINYIN YOGA WELLNESS FOR HOU + THE YOGA TRIANGLE Connect with your body and energize yourself for the day! VinYin is the combination of the strong, dynamic Vinyasa yoga with restorative Yin yoga. Begin your day with active, yet grounding poses and lows to energize the body and then surrender to the calm and focus that yin yoga o ers. This class will feature the innovative and inclusive Yoga Triangle.

60 MIN

10:45AM HEALING BREATHWORK JOURNEY BREATHE CONNECT THRIVE A healing, conscious connected breathwork journey and oracle guidance reading to help you breathe away tension, clear stuck energy, balance your nervous system, access your inner guidance and wisdom, and validate what you know in your heart to be true.

90 MIN

lunch service 01:45PM UNLOCK & UNLEASH TEMPL WELLNESS Learn how to tune into the energy in your body and how to regulate the energy through acupuncture and ear seeding. Harness the collective energy and support of your body as you embark on a journey of relaxation, rejuvenation & inner harmony.

60 min

03:15PM I’MPERFECT AURAURA HOUSE Explore authenticity, vulnerability, compassion, and self-acceptance through the art of Kintsugi. Begin with a guided visual meditation to understand and embrace your whole self. Celebrate wholeness by reassembling pottery and honoring the faults with gold paint.

90 MIN

closing ceremony End a day with mindfulness and gratitude. We close this page in our journey together with one last exercise that lets go and sends wisdom to our future selves.

05:00PM

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Our marketplace is full of the inest, purest goods for your balance and peace of mind. Come visit with purveyors and creators who put care and intention in every product they sell, & take the retreat experience home with you.

BREATHE CONNECT THRIVE ORACLE + TAROT CARDS Connect with beautiful cards that compassionately guide you through self-exploration and understanding. Intuitively choose what speaks most to you or ask for guidance!

OILS.EARTH HEALING OILS These special blends are a natural and fantastic way to support your journey through life, growth, & healing. There is at least one for everyone!

TAKE HOME WELLNESS Take home mementos of the weekend and integrate wellness into your day-today.

spiritual Find tools to help deepen your spiritual practice.

we ne Nature’s bounty provides for these wholesome goods take your health to a another level.

TEMPL WELLNESS EASTERN APOTHECARY Explore a world of holistic healing—from Chinese herbal tinctures, cheery tees, uplifting jewelry, to heartwarming candles.

RIMAN K BEAUTY SKINCARE Combining the beauty secrets of Korean women, the power of science, and all-natural patented ingredients results in a skincare and personal care line that promotes smooth, glass skin. Proven powerful. Environmentally-responsible.

THE YOGA TRIANGLE FITNESS These lightweight, high density triangles are grippy, yet durable and soft. Their stability and versatility will enhance your yoga practice.

CRYSTAL WOOD SHOP CRYSTALS + ESSENTIAL OIL SPRAYS Crystal-infused sprays and crystal jewelry. Find the right items to clear or charge your home with the right energy for yourself and protect your space!

home

Discover goods that enhance your experience at home.

AURAURA HOUSE TEXTILES + BOOKS These tees are for those for whom only the best will do. Timeless designs on the softest tees to make your at-home days easy, breezy, and so so comfortable. High-quality totes for your everyday use. Pick up a few books to expand on your journey of self-understanding.

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These specially-curated, private experiences are available for VIP guests to take in lieu of a workshop. Extras are available for an additional cost.

beauty FACIALS

MASSAGE

HYDRAFACIAL

RELAXATION

NAKED SKN Cleanse, extract, nourish, hydrate and rejuvenate your skin with this 3-step process. Achieve a glow and radiance to match your light within.

60 MIN

BEYOND BELIEF MOBILE MASSAGE Using oils or lotions in conjunction with an array of luid strokes such as rolling, kneading, & percussion to improve circulation and increase relaxation.

60 MIN

GUA SHA FACIAL TEMPL WELLNESS Facial cupping & gua sha are ancient beauty techniques designed to relieve tension in the muscles of the face, optimize circulation, & supporting the body’s natural function to looking your best! **Facial mapping analysis included.

60 MIN

DEEP TISSUE RELEASE BEYOND BELIEF MOBILE MASSAGE This bodywork relieves tension in the deeper layers of tissue in the body with advanced techniques. Release chronic stress from misalignment and tension.

60 MIN

body

FULL BODY ACUPUNCTURE TEMPL WELLNESS Heal your body through the use of ine needles at speci ic points to increase energy low along the body’s meridians. Create harmony in your body by healing root causes.

60 MIN

LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE BEYOND BELIEF MOBILE MASSAGE Gently and rhythmically move the lymph through the body’s natural pathways.

Reduce swelling and relieve pressure and improve immune function.

60 MIN

WELLNESS COUNSELING ACUPUNCTURE + CUPPING TEMPL WELLNESS Release tension & promote healing by combining acupuncture with heated cups to create suction—increasing blood low, reducing in lammation, and relieving tension 60 MIN

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HYPNOSIS

SELF-HEALING HYPNOSIS AURAURA HOUSE Using deep relaxation & the power of your subconscious mind, reprogram your mind to release emotions and receive positive self-programming to become your best self.

90MIN

MEDITATION WORKSHOPS AGNI KAIZEN CEREMONY AURAURA HOUSE Discover the purifying power of ire and smoke as you are guided to meet your higher self. Re lect and then release what no longer serves you in a beautiful ire ceremony.

60MIN

PERSONAL GROWTH

ACUPUNCTURE

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EXPERIENCES

CYCLE SYNCING

AURAURA HOUSE Get in touch with nature by potting a plant. Then relax & self-explore through a guided meditation. Connect within, identify your needs, & commit to honoring them.

60MIN

soul & spirit TAROT

CLARIFYING TAROT READING

WELLNESS FOR HOU

BREATHE CONNECT THRIVE

Chat with Alexis on your hormone health and cycle syncing tips to balance and support a healthier cycle and lifestyle 60 min

Uncover guidance, clarity, and insight into your life's journey with a unique Tarot Reading to help illuminate your path and empower you toward a ful illing future.

60 MIN

ENERGY WORK

REIKI CHAKRA BALANCING BREATHE CONNECT THRIVE Experience the transformative power of a Reiki Chakra Balancing Healing Session to clear your energy, renew your spirit, and encourage gentle recovery.

60 MIN

INTUITIVE ENERGY CLEARING BREATHE CONNECT THRIVE A transformative one-of-a-kind experience to help you release stuck energy and improve your overall wellbeing using an intuitive mix of Tarot, Reiki, or Breathwork.

60 MIN

ASTROLOGY

NATAL CHART READING MANTRA BY NICOLE How the stars were aligned the moment you were born explains how their energies contribute to who we are. Learn how that planetary con iguration drives and and a ects your life.

60 MIN * You must know your date. time, and location of birth.

extras*

SPIRITUAL CRAFTS AURA PHOTO + BRACELET MIXED FEELS + CRYSTAL WOOD SHOP Dive deeper into understanding your aura and crystal properties. Capture the essence of your aura in a photo taken by Jules of Mixed Feels, and then Briana of CrystalWood makes a unique crystal bracelet for you using matching gemstones!

30 MIN $50

EXPERIENCE YOUR AURA MIXED FEELS Spore your energy ield as we access your aura on ilm. Aura cleansing by smudging or tuning forks is also available by request.

8-10 MIN $25

HOLISTIC HEALING OIL HEALING OILS.EARTH Release, nourish, & harmonize through a healing session with essential oils. Relax & allow the gentle yet powerful medicine of essential oils to remind you of your true essence and align all aspects of your being.

20 MIN $45

BLEND YOUR OWN OILS.EARTH Create your own, personalized essential oil blend with the help of Catalina’s expertise who irst establishes the purpose and then formulates nature’s best to meet your needs.

30 MIN $50

THE TRUTH ABOUT YOU AURAURA HOUSE What we say to ourselves matters Get in touch with the hero in your story. Craft beautifully handwritten, personalized, positive a irmations to create the positive narrative of your life.

15 MIN $15

* Extras are quick & fun experiences with our vendors are available at additional cost to be paid directly to the vendors.

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CULINARY Delicious, wholesome, & healthy meals to fuel your body—because what we put in matters.

refreshments

EVERYTHING BARS SINFULL BAKERY

Refreshments are available by the kitchen throughout the day.

Everything we can ind in the bakery put into one bar. Pecans, almonds, raisins, cranberries, chocolate chips, lax seeds, organic oats, maple, agave, and cinnamon.

COASTAL BERRY TRAIL MIX WILD ROOTS Easy to grab and go for quick nourishment. This mix contains almonds, cashews, cranberries, yogurt chips & blueberries

HOT TEA STASH Choose from a variety of quality teas to brew yourself the perfect cup of relaxation. (Peppermint, Chamomile, Premium Green, English Breakfast, Earl Grey, or Chai Spice)

luncheon

OPTION 1: CORNROW BOWL

Lunch will be served at 12:00PM in the dining area.

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Guests may pre-order and enjoy one of two delectable, plant-based meal options mindfully prepared by Chef Chester Chambers of Cornrow.

OPTION 2: SOUL GOOD PUPUSAS Heirloom lu y corn cakes illed with loral refried black bean and melty cheese. These pupusas are served with a bright pickled curtido, caramelized sweet potatoes, healthy creamy avocado, and a savory and lavorful hot sauce.

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LOCATION Learn more about the sacred space for our collective healing.

Sanctuary 6 can be found on the northeast corner of 35th St and Main just north of the Heights.

- Airy studio space for our workshops, - Quiet spaces for contemplation - Spacious, closed areas reserved for private experiences.

PARKING INSTRUCTIONS: • Enter the parking lot from Main Street, and head towards the back of the building.

• Please park in any available space.

• If the lot is full, please move to street parking o 35th or right behind the lot.

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CONTINUE YOUR JOURNEY

AURAURA HOUSE WELLNESS + GROWTH + LIFELONG LEARNING

Your journey doesn t stop here. We are here for you beyond the weekend.

auraura house is your home for transformation and lifelong learning. AH provides engaging and accessible alternatives for supporting emotional and mental wellness, self-exploration, and self-development. We facilitate fun, engaging wellness & mindfulness workshops as well as private hypnosis & coaching sessions.

www.auraurahouse.com 713.909.4329

BEYOND BELIEF MOBILE MASSAGE LUXURY MOBILE MASSAGE With over 200 FIVE star reviews, you can see we truly believe inner company motto “Beyond Belief” by providing the best self-care we can o er! We strive to make your experience perfect by o ering a personalized hands-on approach to all our clients.

www.beyondbeliefmassage.com 832.899.5131 @beyondbeliefmobilemassage

BREATHE CONNECT THRIVE BREATHE DEEPLY, CONNECT CONSCIOUSLY, & THRIVE WHOLEHEARTEDLY An intimate, safe space for high-functioning empaths who want to clear stuck energy, heal trauma, and relieve overwhelm with the help of Breathwork, Intuitive Energy Healing, Tarot & Restorative Yoga.

www.breatheconnectthrive.com 713.485.0747 @breatheconnectthrive

CORNROW INDIGENOUS SOUL FOOD Cornrow is a pop-up concept taking inspiration from West African and Indigenous American preparations and ingredients to create Indigenous Soul Food. Their mission is to help us explore our complex relationship with food, & to build generational health for his family and others through the growth of his business.

www.cornrowhtx.com 281.691.4792 @cornrowhtx

CRYSTAL WOOD SHOP ALIGNING THE MIND + BODY + SOUL + HOME Since day one, Crystal Wood Shop has been creating crystal-infused healing essentials for self-healing jewelry that allows anyone to tap into their intuitive magic. Their products are intentionally handmade & hand-poured with love & care by this Mother-Daughter duo. They specialize in creating & curating products with purpose & intention to assist in aligning the mind + body + soul + home.

www.crystalwoodshop.com @crystalwoodshop

MALA MARKET A NON-PROFIT COLLECTIVE SPACE FOR LOCAL MAKERS, CREATORS, & DOERS mala market is a non-pro it collective of local makers, creators, & doers providing solutions towards more sustainable consumer options in one collaborative space as well as a centrally located retail storefront that serves as a full -time boutique.

www.malamarkekthtx.com 346.571.2965 @malamarkethtx

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MANTRA BY NICOLE ASTROLOGY FOR YOUR SELF-DISCOVERY & PERSONAL GROWTH Mantra by Nicole blends the wisdom of humanistic astrology with compassionate insight, o ering personalized birth chart interpretations that illuminate paths to self-discovery & empowerment. She celebrates the unique journey of each individual, guiding clients toward authenticity, ful illment & spiritual growth.

www.mantra-kids.com 832.766.6232 @_mantrakids_

MIXED FEELS AURA PHOTOGRAPHY EXPERIENCE YOUR AURA Discover the colors of your energy with Mixed Feels. Using the Aura Cam 6000 from the 1970s, this magical camera detects your body heat via biosensor hand plates that pick up on your body through acupressure points. Each aura portrait is unique and di erent for each individual. Think of it as the thumbprint of your spirit.

713.836.9839 @miixedfeels

OILS.EARTH AWAKENED ESSENTIAL OIL BLENDS TO SUPPORT EVERY STEP OF YOUR LIFE We focus on keeping nature’s wisdom and power at the heart of all our products. Oils.Earth is fundamentally about connecting more people more deeply with themselves, and through this—to their innate healing capacities. We do this through the wonderful medium of handcrafted essential oil blends.

https://oils.earth @oils.earth_

SARAH ANZOLA, DACM, L.Ac. BALANCING WOMEN’S HEALTH: HOLISTIC CARE FOR MIND, BODY, & SPIRIT Templ Wellness believes you can heal your body from within. We encourage your body to accomplish this by bringing it back into balance and alignment in order to initiate self healing. We are committed to the ethical, responsible, and diligent practice of our medical profession and proudly uphold our core values - Compassion, Integrity, and Empowerment.

www.templwellness.com 281.846.6334 @templwellness | @dr.sarahanzola

WELLNESS FOR HOU A WELLNESS COMMUNITY IN HOUSTON, TX WellnessForHou helps the Houston community ind wellness. We connect with and help our community live a healthy lifestyle by featuring a variety of local wellness businesses; hosting wellness events; and our latest adventure to share about wellness and business stories on the WellnessForHou Podcast on all platforms. Give us a follow to join our community! We can't wait to meet you!

https://wellnessforhou.com @wellnessforhou | @wellnessforhoupodcast

YOGA TRIANGLES UPGRADE YOUR BLOCKS An innovative and intuitive Yoga Prop that will change the way you experience your movement practice.

https://www.theyogatriangle.com 713.553.3385 @theyogatriangle

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