Settle into the rhythm of the wild Pacific and let nature guide your practice. Gumboot Yoga is a 4-night, five-day retreat designed to combine the practice of yoga with the incredible surroundings of Canada's West Coast. This yoga and nature-centric retreat is open and welcoming to all. No previous yoga experience required; everyone is invited. 

Each day begins and ends with a grounding yoga practice paired with hikes, kayaking, and boat tours. Between practices and excursions, nourish yourself with locally inspired meals and dive into the opportunity to slow down, breathe deeply, re-wild, and simply be.

Under the guidance of Sophie Dufresne (E-RYT 500) and Alessandra Gentile (RYT 200), both cherished community members, participants will explore their yoga practice in relation to themselves, one another, and the wild world around them.

Sophie brings over 20 years of teaching experience and a deep commitment to her hatha yoga practice. Her work is rooted in supporting others to connect with their bodies, intuition, and inner wisdom. Drawn to the west coast of Vancouver Island, she now calls Bamfield home. Sophie weaves softness and strength, curiosity and care into her classes, creating welcome spaces where you can feel safe to slow down, play, listen inwardly, and return to your inner wild. Sophie is also a local kayak guide. 

Alessandra is an interdisciplinary professional with a holistic care-centric approach to life rooted in empathy and compassion. Since 2016, Alessandra has found her heart pulled to the pulse of Bamfield and currently works for the Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre. She is excited to share her community, knowledge of the local Bamfield flora and fauna,  sounds of the west coast, and elements of her yoga practice with you.

Whether you’re seeking yoga, a nature retreat, or just a west coast experience this retreat offers space to unwind, replenish, and reconnect with the people and the world around you. Come to the edge of the world. Leave Gumboot Yoga renewed, radiant, and fulfilled.

All-inclusive price: 4-nights, $3,150 +GST per person based on double occupancy. Double, triple, and quadruple occupancy available (inquire for pricing and details). 

What’s included?

• Accommodation in a boutique oceanfront lodge.
• Chef-prepared meals, snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages.
• All activities, amenities and excursions including:
  • Morning and evening yoga practices with Sophie and Alessandra
  • Free time to explore cold-plunge awakenings, soothing hot-tub sunsets, walks on the beach, reading and journaling
  • Cultural session with Huu-ay-aht guide Qiic Qiica (Keats), 
  • Guided forest and beach walks along the rugged Pacific shore
  • Guided kayaking
  • Scenic and wildlife focused boat trips into Barkley Sound
  • Evenings filled with bonfires, and the simple joy of good company
  • Boat transfer to/from lodge