Unplug from your hectic life and heal from burnout. Join us for our Cork & Core Mini Retreat in Napa in April 2025! Learn more here.
Turns out the world can spin without you…
Imagine waking up to cheerful sunshine in crisp sheets in a bed someone else made for you.
After a friendly, relaxed sunset the night before with new and old friends + perfectly paired wine and chef-prepared, gourmet cuisine, you’ll rise rested and refreshed. Your luxury shower, plush robe, and hot fresh coffee are ready for you at your leisure.
Your only job is to RECEIVE…with zero guilt or worry…
…gentle healing movement in each daily Pilates session with gorgeous natural backdrops…
…deep connection with yourself and what nourishes you…
…guidance from experts who help you practice letting go of stress and obligation with ease…
…laughter and fellowship with other humans in real life, while your phone gets a much-needed break…
Of course, the epically curated food and wine + local excursions + sensory delights are a given.
This is immersive luxury and healing in 4 nights and 3 days of YOU-time, featuring world-renown destinations and the perfect balance of solitude and community.
You return home without dreading re-entry. What you learn with Cork & Core stays with you for the long haul, so that you prioritize your self-connection and downtime from now on.
Welcome to the Cork and Core retreat experience.
What We'll Do
Morning
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An easeful and fun Pilates practice in a local studio with state-of-the-art equipment, or in gorgeous natural backdrops with your mat.
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Delicious gourmet breakfast, expertly curated by our in-house chef.
Mid-Day
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Local excursions each day, pairing wine-tasting with other sensory enjoyment, like:
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Curated cultural experiences, such as vineyard tours and wine tastings
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Expert-led sessions on cultivating a sustainable, low-stress, and balanced lifestyle,
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Taking in local “unmissable” natural beauty.
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Evening
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A friendly happy hour at our beautiful boutique B&B–with your choice of local wine or non-alcoholic beverages.
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Private, chef-prepared, multi-course meals, with wine pairing in the spotlight.
And…
We’ll sprinkle in ample down-time for naps, journaling, walks and gentle movement, or even deep and juicy discussion with new friends, long-time besties and loves, or whoever you brought along!
Why Retreat?
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Beth Hernandez
B Pilates Studio Owner
Cork and Core Retreat Host
As a recovering political consultant (in my former career), I know the struggle of burnout. My husband and I used to hold our breath until July each election year, when we could “justify” getting away for a quick weekend or week before the next bonkers political season truly heated up.
I left that lifestyle for good reason—burnout was real and taking its toll on my body and brain. I didn’t want to spend the rest of my life in service to relentless stress and guilt that I wasn’t ever doing enough and couldn’t seem to catch up.
I wanted to have time for my family and to create an actual life I loved instead.
Connecting with my body through Pilates (a movement practice I teach and enjoy every single day) + nerding out on wine and how it's made are my two favorite ways to unplug from the world and connect to myself and my people.
I become a different person when I’m relaxed and truly present…a BETTER person. I want everyone to experience and relish this transformation, plus take this relaxed and connected version of themselves with them everywhere.
Can you imagine what’s possible when we circle a warm and crackling fire with a glass of our favorite wine in hand, having just moved, stretched, and strengthened our bodies with a delicious movement practice? (With zero guilt and full permission to ENJOY the moment?)
I can and I have, and it’s the best feeling I’ve ever known. Join me. I promise, Cork & Core Retreats are for YOU.
See you in the vineyard. Be sure to grab your mat!
Beth
Retreat Location
The McClelland House | Napa, CA
The home base for our retreat will be the stately McClelland House. It’s an incredibly restored 6-room B&B Inn combining olde world luxury and the modern conveniences of today.
Each room features gloriously relaxing design, a King-sized bed and en-suite bathroom, and can accommodate either a solo traveler or couple.
The McClelland House creates the vibe of escape and nourishment combined with close proximity to one-of-kind activities for you to sample and enjoy. You’ll discover world-class restaurants, tasting rooms, craft cocktail bars, and boutique shopping.
During our stay, we’ll visit award-winning local boutique wineries throughout Napa Valley, and indulge our senses with calming movement practices in the adjacent beautiful natural landscapes. Once you have arrived at The McClelland House, transportation will be provided to all destinations beyond walking distance.
Photo Credit: The McClelland House