Your body of fire: a peri/menopause rite of passage
A transformative retreat for anyone navigating the alchemical fires of perimenopause and menopause. This is the pause your body has been demanding: a chance to shed what no longer serves you, turn inward like a caterpillar in its chrysalis, and discover what emerges on the other side. Through somatic movement, sensual shibari designed specifically for this threshold, supportive nourishment, and shared experiences, you will reclaim this transition as your birthright — a threshold into your deepest creativity, wisdom, and sovereignty. You will leave changed.
This is our flagship program and it is for anyone who has ever cycled, at any age or stage of the menopause process — from approaching perimenopause to postmenopausal. We extend a special welcome to those entering menopause "early," and those who are far past it but never had the chance to honor their process. No prior experience necessary. Beyond-binary / gender inclusive.
Location
We will retreat to the restful Threefold Community Foundation and School in Rockland County, NY, set on 140 wooded acres just 30 miles outside NYC. This leafy, bucolic campus, which includes a dormitory, cafe, and multiple classroom spaces alongside woods, streams, lush gardens and farms, is steeped in history and meaningful, spiritual relationship to the land. Dormitory style accommodations are simple but comfortable, and meals will be shared at the campus cafe, featuring biodynamic produce grown on the adjoining farm. Threefold is accessible by both train and bus, as well as ample parking for those who wish to drive themselves.
What to Expect
Thursday night: Arrive by 5pm. Dinner. Opening circle.
Friday: Movement + meditation; reflection; connection; optional add-on workshops in music, self-exploration & photography; Q&A with menopausal health expert; Shibari performance: Finding Pleasure and Art at the Edges of Transformation.
Saturday: Movement accompanied by live musical performance; rest + relaxation; shibari workshop; time to be in nature; optional add-on workshops in music, self-exploration, and photography; fire ceremony.
Sunday morning: Closing circle. Depart before or after lunch.
Beautiful, nourishing meals and soulful connection throughout.
Intimate gathering for deep connection (limited to 18 women max).
Who This is For
Anyone who’s ever had a moon cycle who wants to be in conscious relationship with menopause as a rite of passage.
Anyone beginning perimenopause who wants to meet it with awareness and support.
Anyone in the full intensity of the transition - seeking grounding, connection, and clarity.
Postmenopausal people who want to integrate its wisdom more fully, and support others to do the same.
We honor all gender identities & orientations who are crossing this threshold.
Exchange
This is an offering of the heart. We endeavor to create as rich and nourishing an experience as possible while keeping it accessible. Toward that end we are offering three tiers of pricing:
Early Bird (Double Room): $1480 (ends June 30 2026)
Early Bird (Single Room): $1680 (ends June 30 2026)
Regular (Double Room): $1750
Regular (Single Room): $1950
All tiers include the following:
3 nights of beautiful, cozy accommodations
3 days of deeply nourishing meals
Special programming from innovative experts
1 90-min group integration Zoom following the retreat
Thoughtfully curated welcome gifts
Does not include travel to/from Threefold Educational Foundation
Your Guides
Melissa Brough, PhD
Independent Licensed Ishtara® Teacher,
Founder of the Energetic Literacy Project
Maria “Masha” Freytsis
Somatic Coach, Midwife, Kink Educator
Eleanor Kinsey
IFS Practitioner, Hypnotherapist, Founder of Dive Intuit