They’re Real: A Women’s 4-Part Retreat
4 Thursday Evenings of Real Connection
Starting Sept 25 • Every 4 weeks • 8–10 PM • Max 8 participants + 2 facilitators
- Gentle movement & meditation
- Facilitated conversations
- Journaling & the 5 senses
Why Will We Gather?
We live in a world full of filters, fillers, and endless ways to keep up appearances. Most of us have many quick, superficial interactions a day — texts, likes, drop-offs and quick check-ins — and somehow, in mid-life we’re often left feeling emptier than ever. Between aging parents, growing kids, careers, and keeping everyone else happy, it’s easy to lose ourselves in the noise.
That’s why this is called They’re Real. Because what’s missing isn’t another beauty treatment or another surface-level acquaintance — it’s the real stuff. The deeper stuff. This series is an invitation to pause. To get grounded. To connect with women who get it. Come as you are — yoga pants, no makeup or blowout required, favorite “sippy cup” in hand — and feel truly seen and accepted.
What to Expect
Over 4 Thursday evenings (8–10 PM), we’ll gather in a small, welcoming group.
- Engaging the 5 senses — grounding, presence, and joy in simple moments.
- Gentle movement & meditation — nothing fancy; a way to get into your body, stretch, breathe, move (no sweat!).
- Facilitated conversations & activities — designed to create real connection.
- Journaling & reflection — space to notice what’s real for you.
- A circle of belonging — laughter, honesty, acceptance.
Bring your journal, your favorite drink, and an open mind. We’ll take it from there.
What You’ll Walk Away With
- Real friendships — the kind where conversations continue long after the evening ends.
- Deep relief — the realization that you are not crazy, not alone, and in fact deeply normal… and amazing.
- Renewed perspective — see your brilliance reflected in the women around you. The more you show up for others, the more joy reflects back.
- Connection — a reminder that we’re all on this incredible journey called life — and together we can make it even sweeter.
Your Facilitators
Christine Laperriere
Author of Too Busy to Be Happy • Founder, Leader in Motion Inc.
Christine has spent over 16 years coaching leaders to become stronger coaches for their teams, better manage stress, build deeper connections, and achieve their personal career aspirations. A mom of two and the sole breadwinner in her family, she knows the modern juggle and brings both wisdom and real-world experience to every conversation. She lives in Aldershot and, beyond her love for a great reformer class, she’s diligently working to strengthen her pickleball game.
Jannine Krish
Marketing leader • Barre & yoga instructor
Jannine is a dynamic marketing leader and single mom to three amazing children. Beyond her career, she is a certified barre and yoga instructor, passionate about helping women reconnect with their bodies and themselves. She brings warmth, perspective, and a gift for creating safe spaces where women can show up fully. She lives in Aldershot and currently teaches at Grounded Pilates (West).
When & Where
Dates
Sept 25, Oct 23, Nov 20, Dec 18
Time
Thursdays 8:00 – 10:00 PM
Location
Grounded Pilates (West)
Group Size
Maximum of 8 women
Investment
$156 + HST for the 4-evening series
Ready to Join Us?
Spots are limited to 8 participants. Please reserve your place early.
For Real Women, By Real Women
This series is about dropping the mask. Being real in a world that often feels curated. It’s about conversations that matter, connections that last, and leaving each evening feeling lighter and more energized.
Questions? Contact libby@leaderinmotion.com