BodyMagick Retreats
Bring Your Inner Diva Out to Play!
Feeling boxed in by the ordinary, craving a space where your true fabulousness can shine without limits?
You're not alone.
The world too often demands we dim our light, conform, and hide the vibrancy that makes us unique. But why settle for fitting in when you were born to stand out?
The retreats at BodyMagick Temple are your invitation to break free from the mundane and rediscover the joy of being unapologetically fabulous.
This weekend retreat is a sanctuary for women and femmes tired of playing small, a haven where your brightest, boldest self can emerge through the transformative power of Burlesque, guided dance rituals, and the magic of true connection in sharing circles.
Ditch the script that says you must conform and join us for an exhilarating journey back to your essence. At the Summer GlampOut, we don't just encourage you to embrace your fabulousness; we celebrate it as the key to unlocking a life of joy, authenticity, and deep connection.
Through a curated series of empowering activities designed to awaken your spirit and reignite your spark, you'll find the freedom to express your love and joy for the world in ways you've only imagined.
Ready to leave behind the constraints of 'should' and 'must'? Let's make this retreat the turning point, where you claim your space, dance your heart out, and step into the power of your fabulous self.
The Summer GlampOut is more than a retreat — it's your launchpad to living boldly and shining brightly. Join us, and let's create a world where being fabulous is not just accepted but celebrated!
This retreat was the most healing group experience I’ve ever had. The classes were relevant and concise with knowledgeable teachers that I trusted. All the women participating seemed to come with open minds and by the end of the weekend, open hearts. I felt fully safe to share myself without fear of judgment. It was a truly magical weekend.
The retreat was just what I needed at this time in my life. I’ve been feeling at a big transition point in really choosing myself and going after what I want out of life. I feel like tools and support I received at this retreat really helped me immediately upon returning home. I feel more grounded, more able to speak my truth, and I’ve already seen changes in my family as a ripple effect. The presenters instantly created a safe space for us all, and getting to dance every day is such a moving experience. I’m so thankful to have found this group at BodyMagick Temple!
It's actually hard to explain because I feel like it sounds corny but it was so real! A bunch of saucy burlesque dancers of varied experience, ages and backgrounds getting real and sharing a healing and growth experience in the woods! Potentially scary strangers that I met on Friday became my friends by Sunday, maybe even Saturday!
Your GlampOut Guides
Katie Sutherland
High Priestess of Harmony
Katie Sutherland, a beacon of light in the realms of intuitive coaching, facilitation, and holistic wellness, has devoted the past two decades to empowering individuals to thrive and reclaim their vibrancy.
With a profound journey that spans over 20 years, Katie has meticulously gathered and nurtured a vast array of tools and insights to guide people back to their inherent wholeness, well-being, and freedom.
Her approach, deeply rooted in a diverse background that includes over 1500 hours of training in various bodywork and energy work modalities, embodies a dedication to fostering healing and growth.
During the retreat, Katie will facilitate a ritual circle designed to unlock the heart and spirit, guiding participants through a series of practices aimed at fostering self-love and receiving love from others.
This experience promises to be both nurturing and transformative, providing participants with the tools to embark on their personal paths to empowerment and vibrancy.
In addition to her work at the retreat, Katie offers bodywork in Portland, Oregon, intuitive coaching, and classes online. She also shares her wisdom and experiences through the Initiation Podcast, exploring the profound impact of rites of passage and sacred initiations with her guests.
Eva D'Luscious
Creative Director
In her role as the Creative Director of BodyMagick Temple, Eva D'Luscious brings her visionary leadership to the forefront of women's empowerment and holistic wellness. Her creativity and passion for dance as a medium of transformation are infused into every aspect of the Temple's offerings.
Under Eva's guidance, BodyMagick Temple has become a sanctuary for those seeking to explore the intersection of movement, magic, and manifesting one's highest potential.
Her innovative approach ensures that the Temple remains a dynamic and inclusive space, where the rituals of dance and self-expression are celebrated as fundamental pathways to personal and collective empowerment.
Eva's stewardship of BodyMagick Temple exemplifies her commitment to creating a world where everyone is encouraged to live in their truth, embrace their power, and shine brightly as their authentic selves.
Eva's ethos is grounded in the belief that dance is a profound medium for expressing one's true self and challenging limiting beliefs. She champions the idea that tuning into our bodies and embracing every moment—whether it's a time for rest, boundary-setting, or wild celebration—is essential for living in power, pleasure, joy, and resilience.
"Let's Dance!" is not just an invitation; it's a call to rediscover the strength and beauty inherent in every individual.
Vanity Thorn
High Priestess of Glam
Vanity Thorn, the High Priestess of Glam at BodyMagick Temple, combines a rich background in beauty and personal development with an impressive 11-year journey in burlesque.
Vanity is passionate about demystifying high glamor and empowering students to embrace and express their own passion and inherent sexuality. Vanity boldly challenges traditional beauty standards to promote a more inclusive and diverse perception of beauty.
Her teaching style weaves together humor and fun with a philosophy that spotlights the importance of self-love and the power of personal expression. Everything Vanity does is aimed at making profound and lasting changes in her students' lives.
Students who participate in Vanity Thorn's workshops are in for a fun and memorable treat! Vanity ensures that every student leaves her classes with a renewed sense of self-worth by creating a safe and welcoming space where anyone can discover their own unique definition of beauty.
Vanity’s students learn not only enhanced glamor and performance skills, but also gain a special connection to a unique and supportive community. Vanity has a true gift for inspiring her students to celebrate their uniqueness, embrace their bodies, and carry themselves with unshakable confidence.
Got Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to have prior dance experience to attend the retreat?
Nope! Our retreat is designed for individuals at all levels of dance proficiency, including beginners. We strive to create an environment where everyone can explore and enjoy movement.
JourneyDance is guided free-form movement where you decide how much you do. You're welcome to use props for support.
For the Burlesque routines, attendees will be divided into three groups with a High Priestess leader. You'll receive an instructional video with your routine at least 4 weeks before the retreat, and will have an onsite rehearsal with your High Priestess.
The routines are simple, so you can focus on feeling good and shining. Costume pieces will be items you're likely to have around your house, and may include items The Temple has to share like gloves and boas.
Can dietary restrictions be accommodated?
Yes, we can accommodate dietary restrictions with prior notice. Due to experience, we always plan to have gluten and dairy-free options, vegan and meat options. We will send you a form to share your dietary needs following registration. As long as you complete the form by the requested deadline, we will ensure your requirements are met.
Each house and the retreat space have full-sized refrigerators and kitchens, so you may also bring specific foods for yourself.
We include three dinners, and three breakfasts in the retreat. To keep costs lower, we ask that everyone clean up after themselves and contribute to cleaning up after a meal. We will put you into clean up pods following registration.
Lunches are your time to explore local offerings, head into the woods or claim quiet personal space.
Where exactly am I staying?
We book homes on a sweet quiet street in Rhododendron, OR, a wooded area about 1 hour drive from Portland, OR, in the Mt. Hood Foothills. One of the homes has a separate space with a large second-floor room where some group meetings and dances will occur, and a small backyard meadow for dancing and circling under the stars.
Please note, the venue includes stairs and outdoor paths that may not be accessible for everyone. One of the houses has a ground floor bunkroom, but is not wheelchair accessible.
The main dance room is located on the second floor, up a flight of stairs.
Carpooling will be needed due to limited parking. We will help you find a carpool group following registration.
The homes have easy access to the ZigZag Mountain trail into Mt. Hood National Forest.
What are the COVID-19 precautions?
All attendees must take a test a COVID test and send us the results within 24-hours before arriving on site. If you are flying in, we ask that you also test before flying.
What your substance policy?
We follow local laws about substances, and require no smoking on anything on the properties due to rental policies and to protect the health of other participants.
Additionally please know that this is loving and fun, but deep work. Opening yourself to feeling more and playing with new ways of expressing is vulnerable and powerful so it's important to stay grounded and clear in yourself.
We ask that you refrain from any substances that could affect your ability to ground and experience the fullness of our dances and circles from the time you arrive until we close our Sacred Circle Saturday afternoon.
Following that, adult beverages are OK but we remind you to be very careful with your consumption -- even a glass of wine hits harder when you've really opened yourself up like this.
Need more questions answered before deciding? Hit the link below to schedule a chat with Eva!
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