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Rooted & Restored

Saturday, October 3, 2026
đź“Ť Prairiewoods | Hiawatha, Iowa

Rooted & Restored Women's Retreat promotional graphic featuring a botanical illustration of a woman with retreat details for October 3rd at Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center in Hiawatha, Iowa. Optional overnight accommodations are available for women wishing to extend their wellness retreat experience through the weekend.

A Women's Wellness Retreat for Reflection, Renewal, and Reconnection

Rooted & Restored is a restorative retreat experience designed for women who are ready to pause, breathe deeply, and reconnect with themselves in a meaningful way.

Set among the peaceful natural surroundings of Prairiewoods, this experience blends wellness, reflection, community, and nature to create space for renewal. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, navigating a season of change, seeking clarity, or simply craving a day devoted to your own wellbeing, you'll be welcomed exactly as you are.

Reserve Your Place on the Interest List
Rooted & Restored is expected to have limited capacity. Join the interest list to receive first access to registration, early bird pricing, retreat updates, and accommodation information as details are released.

The Retreat Experience

While accommodations are available for those wishing to extend their stay, the primary retreat experience takes place on: Saturday, October 3, 2026 from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM


Throughout the day, participants will experience a thoughtfully curated blend of:

  • Guided reflection and personal growth exercises

  • Wellness education and practical tools

  • Mind-body restoration practices

  • Time in nature

  • Meaningful conversation and community

  • Opportunities for rest, mindfulness, and renewal

  • Nourishing farm-to-table meals and refreshments

This is not a retreat focused on doing more.


It's an invitation to slow down, listen inward, and create space for what matters most.


Who Is This Retreat For?


Rooted & Restored is designed for women who are:

  • Seeking balance in a busy season of life

  • Looking for space to reconnect with themselves

  • Interested in holistic wellness and personal growth

  • Craving meaningful connection with like-minded women

  • Navigating life transitions, stress, or burnout

  • Ready to invest in their own wellbeing


No prior experience is necessary. Simply come as you are.


Make It a Weekend

For those seeking a deeper experience, overnight accommodations at Prairiewoods are available.


You may choose to:

Arrive Friday Evening

Settle into the peaceful surroundings, disconnect from daily distractions, and ease into the retreat experience.



Stay Saturday Night

Extend your time of rest and reflection before returning home refreshed and grounded.

Whether you join us for the day or make it a full weekend getaway, you'll have the flexibility to create the experience that feels right for you.




Overnight accommodations are optional and may be reserved separately based on availability.




Why Prairiewoods?

Nestled among beautiful woodlands and prairie landscapes in eastern Iowa, Prairiewoods provides a serene environment intentionally designed for reflection, healing, and connection.


The peaceful setting creates the perfect backdrop for stepping away from everyday demands and returning to what truly matters.

Testimonials

I’ve learned so much about healthier habits and alternatives - better choices that I wouldn’t have known to look for on my own. It was eye-opening and empowering instead of overwhelming.

Kathy

Once I realized my patterns weren’t personal failures, real change became possible. I learned to slow down, listen to what feels aligned, and use simple mindfulness tools that created real emotional shifts. The accountability felt supportive (not stressful), and I left with clarity, confidence, and tools I truly trust.

Shana

I feel a new sense of calm, freedom, and ability to stay present. I’ve started advocating for my self-care without guilt or apology. This journey has truly changed the way I live my life.

Lisa

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About Sara

Your Guide to Sustainable Health & Longevity

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Sara is a Certified Yoga Therapist (IAYT), Board-Certified Master’s Level Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC), and Certified Lifestyle Medicine Professional (DipACLM).

As a Lifestyle and Longevity Health Coach, she helps individuals create lasting, meaningful change through a whole-person approach—focusing on habits, alignment, and long-term well-being.

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Through her coaching and courses, Sara guides you to reconnect with your body, align with your values, and build a way of living that supports you now and into the future.

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