Join Courtney, from Court Outdoors, for a weekend of paddling, yoga, and adventure on this one-of-a-kind retreat experience.
Build your paddling skills at this fun-filled September retreat for adventure-and-wellness-seekers.
The SUPtember retreat is the perfect opportunity for you to spend time in nature learning to paddleboard, improve your skills on SUP adventures, practice yoga on the dock, enjoy your morning coffee/tea lakeside, listen to the call of a loon, try out SUP yoga, share connections around the campfire, explore hiking trails, and more.
Our SUPtember retreat tradition: Experience an early morning SUP to Algonquin Park’s Amable du Fond. Experience the early morning mists, loon calls, and sunrise on the water of Kawawaymog Lake before returning for a hearty breakfast at the Lakehouse.
No experience necessary! Learn and develop your paddling skills for both beginner & intermediate level paddleboarding. All levels of yoga are welcome!
Courtney Sinclair
Courtney, a seasoned adventurer and outdoor enthusiast, discovered her profound connection with paddleboarding over a decade ago at Northern Edge. As a Paddle Canada SUP Instructor/Trainer, international paddling expedition guide, and a certified 200hr yoga instructor, she intertwines her passions to offer empowering outdoor experiences and retreats focused on inner connection and personal growth.
With over 7 years of experience as a Paddle Canada Advanced Flatwater Instructor, Courtney has guided countless individuals through paddling courses, lessons, and expeditions. She’s led 5-day self-supported SUP expeditions in Norway and emerged as the overall winner of the Ontario Ultra Paddling Points Series in 2017 after conquering over 350 km of paddling/portaging.
Sandra Heidel
With over 20 years of experience in outdoor education and the Canadian Armed Forces reserves, Sandy is a seasoned leader with certifications in SUP and Yoga instruction.
Sandy brings a mix of knowledge, enthusiasm, and a genuine love for the outdoors. She’s passionate about teaching survival skills, competing in adventure races, and guiding people on the water, whether it’s in a canoe or on a paddleboard.
In short: Spaces are limited. When you book a retreat with us, a non-refundable deposit (50% of your overall balance) reserves your space and allows us to plan accordingly. Remaining balances are due 15 days before arrival.
Deposits protect our group-based experiences by acting as a commitment from our guests. If you need to cancel your visit, the timing of your cancellation will determine the level of flexibility we can offer in rescheduling your visit or holding your deposit as a credit to be used in the future. Please refer to our full deposit and cancellation policy for more information on our policies, timelines, and the commitments we make based on your registration.
Edge guests are well nourished and experience mealtime itself as a program element, with storytelling to introduce the seasonal flavours of the region and the relationships with the folk who grew and raised the ingredients close to home. Cooking at the Edge focuses on balancing globally far-flung tastes with provincially produced foods. Meals are served buffet style and are guests often enjoy lakeside dining outdoors when the weather allows it.
Over the years we have met many diverse dietary needs. Guests are invited to identify their dietary needs & preferences as a part of the registration process, and those with restrictions love the options we provide.
We offer unique, tailored experiences that flow as our facilitators respond to the interests of our guests, seasonal conditions, and special opportunities that may arise.
Each retreat at the Edge features healthy doses of dreamtime, adventure, community, creativity, time spent in nature, and a dash of surprise. Guests always have the choice to take solo or rest time in lieu of planned experiences.
While a detailed itinerary is not available, you can count on and prepare for the activities used to describe the flavour of this retreat. Meals are generally served at 8:30, 12:30, and 6pm. When appropriate, optional early-morning or late-night experiences may be offered.
Arrival time is between 2 – 3 pm with programming beginning at 3:30. We encourage our guests to arrive on time and stay to experience the full retreat, which generally ends after brunch on the final day. Please let us know if you expect to arrive after 3.
You can find us easily on Google or Apple maps, or view detailed directions here.
We’ll be spending time both indoors and out in nature, and we invite you to dress appropriately for the season to stay comfortable, warm, and dry. There’s no dress code and most guests wear their “retreat-casual”.
We encourage guests to bring a surprise to share with others – this might take the form of a game or activity, an instrument/song/poem, or a tasty treat.
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Canopy Cabin
Our simple, clear-roofed cabins bring participants closer to nature, just a short walk away from main programming spaces and amenities such as showers and flush toilets. Each canopy cabin features a double bed, ideal for solo travellers or couples.
Shared: $1249 / person
Private: $1349 / person
Habitat Cabin
Cozy, rustic habitat cabins are located just a short walk away from main programming spaces and amenities such as washrooms and showers. Each offers a loft double bed above 2 single beds, making them ideal for sharing with friends or other participants.
Shared: $1249 / person
Studio Cabin
Comfortable & spacious eco-friendly studio rooms are located just a minute’s walk away from main programming spaces and showers. These feature a small en-suite bathroom with an incinerating toilet. Both a double bed and a single bed make them ideal for couples or friends.
Shared: $1349 / person
Log Cabin Bedroom
The luxurious and comfortable log cabin is located a bit further from main programming spaces for optimal rest, and features en-suite bathrooms with showers. Each room’s Queen bed can convert into two twin beds, providing flexibility for solo travellers, couples, or friends.
Shared: $1529 / person
Private: $1754 / person
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