Sage, Huntress, Lover, Queen: A Warrioress Retreat Experience

Embark on a transformative womens circle experience designed to awaken the four archetypal energies within you. Held at the serene Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, this womens circle event on Friday, October 23, 2026, brings together yoga teacher Mara Branscombe and qigong practitioner Daisy Lee to guide you through a journey of self-discovery, embodied wisdom, and sacred feminine power. This isn't a typical womens circle event in Stockbridge—it's an immersive retreat experience that honors the multifaceted woman you are: wise sage, fierce huntress, passionate lover, and sovereign queen.

Over this sacred gathering, you'll move beyond surface-level wellness into deeper territories of personal transformation. The womens circle format creates an intimate, judgment-free container where participants can shed what no longer serves them and reconnect with their authentic power. Expect a blend of flowing yoga, energizing qigong, guided visualization, and intentional circle work that weaves together ancient wisdom traditions with contemporary female empowerment. By the end of this womens circle retreat in Stockbridge, you'll leave with renewed vitality, clarity, and a renewed sense of belonging among your sisters.

What to Expect

From the moment you arrive, you'll be held in a carefully crafted space designed for safety, vulnerability, and transformation. The day unfolds as a gentle but powerful progression: begin with grounding yoga with Mara Branscombe that awakens your body and centers your mind, move into revitalizing qigong with Daisy Lee that cultivates inner vitality and presence, and participate in guided circle work that helps you integrate these archetypal energies into your lived experience.

Expect sensory richness throughout the day—candlelight dancing across the room, the earthy scent of incense, the sound of your sisters' breath synchronizing with your own, and the profound silence that emerges when a group of women gather with shared intention. You'll experience moments of joyful movement, reflective stillness, meaningful conversation, and the deep nourishment that comes from being truly seen and celebrated by other women.

About the Artists

Mara Branscombe, Yoga Teacher
Mara brings a unique blend of classical yoga training and contemporary understanding of women's embodiment to her classes. Her teaching emphasizes how movement becomes a language for emotional expression and self-empowerment, making her guidance particularly resonant for womens circle work that honors the whole person—body, mind, and spirit.

Daisy Lee, Qigong Teacher
Daisy is a seasoned qigong practitioner who merges traditional Chinese medicine principles with modern holistic wellness insights. Her approach cultivates inner peace, vitality, and energetic balance, offering womens circle participants practical tools for managing stress, increasing energy, and deepening their connection to their own healing wisdom.

Venue & Location

Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health, nestled in the Berkshires of Stockbridge, Massachusetts, is one of North America's leading yoga and holistic wellness retreat centers. The peaceful grounds and thoughtfully designed studio spaces create an atmosphere of sanctuary—the ideal setting for a womens circle event. Stockbridge itself is a picturesque New England town with easy access from major cities, offering plenty of lodging options and a naturally restorative environment.

The Kripalu campus includes beautiful outdoor spaces, nutritious dining options, and all the amenities you need to fully relax and engage. Whether you're arriving early to explore Stockbridge or staying after the womens circle for additional rest and reflection, the venue offers a complete retreat experience.