October 4-5-6-7 in Mansonville, Quebec
Brave New Path
Retreat ✨
Get clear on what you really want & find the courage to go after it.
The retreat for quirky creatives who feel lost and need to figure out the next step.
Rachel and Marie will help you stop second-guessing yourself and bring your enthusiasm back to the surface.
4 days with us =
less doubting, more doing.
Introducing…
Brave New Path Retreat
It’s not just a retreat. It’s a transformative experience designed to reconnect with what lights you up and craft a courageous plan to pursue your heart’s calling - with holistic workshops, personalized coaching and a supportive community of like-minded creative nerds.
Think: bougie adult summer camp with a hint of artists’ getaway.
Join us for a long weekend in the colorful autumn forest of Quebec and walk away with:
a clear direction
a big boost of courage
lots of new friends!
⚠️ Psst! Please note there are only 9 spots available.
THIS IS FOR YOU IF…
You’ve got ideas about what you’d like to try - like writing a book or starting a business - but you doubt you have the motivation it takes to make it happen.
You’ve failed before, and it hurts. You don’t want to make the wrong choice and let yourself down again - so you’re paralyzed.
…and getting further from the bubbly person you used to be.
None of this is your fault. 💜
You had to make yourself small to please others and survive in the world.
But not anymore.
Now is the time to remove the mask, take back the wheel and make bold decisions for your life.
Our goals
at the retreat.
One. Help you get in touch with your inner knowing so you know what YOU really want, not what others expect of you.
Two. Offer a space to share your goals with a group of fellow dreamers who’ll make you feel seen instead of delusional.
Three. Create a flexible plan and teach you tools to process your fears and have the courage to follow through when it gets tough.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
3 nights in a modern chalet in Quebec
This brightly lit high-end chalet in the middle of the mountains is the perfect place to clear your mind and start fresh. We’ll have breakfast in the open-plan living area, then break out to the mezzanine and living room for workshops. In the evening, we’ll gather around the fire to recap and make s’mores!
DATE: October 4 to 7, 2024
LOCATION: Mansonville, Quebec
Accommodation also includes:
• Welcome dinner
• Breakfasts & lunches
• Beverages & snacks
• Shuttle to and from Montreal (limited spaces available)
6 mind-blowing workshops
Each session will be a mix between moments of teaching, solo reflection, small group exercises and personalized coaching. You’ll build deep connections with the others and learn powerful tools to take home. Expect laughter, tears and tons of growth!
📝 Reality Check: Identify and deeply understand why you’re stuck
❤️🔥 Ignite Your Inner Spark: Rediscover what lights you up
🥾 Mindful Movement: Process & reflect in the outdoors
🎨 The Art of Decision-Making: Get clear on what you want once and for all
🤝 Inner Harmony: Calm the freakout that comes with big dreams
🗺️ Vision Blueprint: Learn practical planning & make a roapmap
…and a bonus creativity toolkit!
Upon arrival you will find everything you need to thrive at the retreat, including a notebook and pen from our favorite stationary shop, sticky notes, and more surprises!
The schedule ⏰
Friday
Travel to Owl’s Head, Quebec ✈️
5 PM - Settle into accomodations
7 PM - WELCOME DINNER 🥳
8 PM - Open Heart Check-in ❤️ Get to know everyone on a deep level
Saturday
7 AM - Group Breakfast (Lots of tasty self-serve options!)
9 AM - Workshop 1: 📝 Reality Check
NOON - Delicious locally-sourced lunch
1 PM - Workshop 2: ❤️🔥 Ignite Your Inner Spark
4 PM - Workshop 3: 🥾 Mindful Movement
6 PM - Free time for dinner and socializing in cute nearby villages
9 PM - Wrap-up around the campfire with s’mores
Sunday
7 AM - Group Breakfast (Lots of tasty self-serve options!)
9 AM - Workshop 4: 🎨 The Art of Decision-Making
NOON - Delicious locally-sourced lunch
1 PM - Workshop 5: 🤝 Inner Harmony
4 PM - Workshop 6: 🗺️ Vision Blueprint
6 PM - Free time for dinner and socializing in cute nearby villages
9 PM - Wrap-up around the campfire with s’mores
Monday
7 AM - Group Breakfast (Lots of tasty self-serve options!)
9 AM - Pack up and give hugs
Travel home 🥲
You’ll leave the weekend feeling clear about where you’re going and equiped to face the challenges with a brave heart.
The pricing
Your ticket includes:
3 nights in one of the below accommodation options
The welcome dinner, all breakfasts and lunches, beverages and snacks
6 workshops, personalized coaching and a creativity toolkit
One guided outdoor activity
The airport shuttle from Montreal
Shared room: $800
This is the ultimate summer camp experience, except with much softer sheets and more comfortable mattresses. 💅 You’ll get to whisper into the night with your new friends!
⚠️ Only 1 out of 4 spots available!
Private room: $1000
This is the option for those who crave more alone time. Please note that the rooms vary in sizes and will be allocated at random. (No fighting for the king-size bed!)
Please note: One of the rooms is located on the ground floor and is wheelchair accessible.
⚠️ Only 1 spot left!
Payment Plan 🤩
You can pay for the retreat in 2 monthly installments, to help make it more affordable and ensure money is not the reason you postpone creating a life in which you feel more fulfilled and have the confidence to go after what you REALLY want.
Meet your hosts 🤓
Rachel Meltzer
Rachel is a business and creative coach for freelancers, podcaster and writers. She’s spent the past 6 years building 2 businesses and fostering a community of freelancers.
She found a life she loves while thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail and living in a van traveling full time. She knew she couldn’t keep adventuring with a “regular” job, so she learned digital marketing and started freelancing.
Since 2020 she’s been building a supportive, inclusive community and helping people create a life they love.
Marie-Pier Tremblay
Marie is a former designer and illustrator who decided to get certified as a coach after completing the Pacific Crest Trail - a 6-month hike from Mexico to Canada. She discovered how overcoming self-doubt to pursuing your wildest dreams completely transforms your life.
With the tools she learned, she wrote a book, started a podcast, changed careers, doubled her income, left a long-term relationship and came out as queer.
Since 2021, she has been teaching other colorful souls around the world how to go after what they really want and lead a more meaningful life without freaking out.
Together we'll help you own your dreams unapologetically so you stop hiding and do the damn thing.
The transformation
Before
😶🌫️ You worry about making the wrong decision and wasting time.
🤨 You keep trying to do it all at the same time and getting sidetracked, not finishing anything.
⚖️ You never have time to do things you love and are desperate for more balance.
💩 You second-guess yourself constantly and give up easily when it gets hard.
🫠 You’re losing hope that you’ll ever be able to show up for yourself.
After
🗺️ You know what to do next, and you’re not afraid to mess up and try again.
✅ You have a flexible plan that fits into your lifestyle and are not in a hurry.
🎯 You have clear priorities and know how to balance your time between them.
🛠️ You’ve got simple but effective tools to help you make the hard decisions and stay on track.
🏃🏻♀️ You’re learning to celebrate small wins and rebuilding self-respect.
What Rachel’s clients say 📣
What Marie’s clients say 📣
FAQs
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3 nights at the chalet
The welcome dinner, all breakfasts and lunches, beverages and snacks
6 workshops, personalized coaching and a creativity toolkit
One guided outdoor activity
The airport shuttle from Montreal
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Yes! You can pay in 4 installments as long as you sign up more than 60 days before the retreat.
Just email info@mariepiertremblay.com to get a link to the payment plan.
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Your purchase indicates your commitment to participate in the retreat.
However, we understand that life can be unpredictable, and circumstances may change. That's why we’re offering a flexible refund policy:
Full Refund: If you cancel up to 60 days before the retreat, you will receive a refund minus a 5% admin fee.
Partial Refund: If you cancel between 60-40 days before the retreat, you will receive a 50% refund.
Non-Refundable: Cancellations made less than 40 days before the retreat are non-refundable, but you may transfer your spot to someone else or receive a credit towards a future retreat.
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The chalet is located in Mansonville, Quebec, Canada. Just north of the Vermont U.S. border and about an hour and a half South East of Montreal. You will get the exact address when you sign up.
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You’ll receive the exact address of the chalet once you book your spot at the retreat.
We recommend flying in to Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) OR Burlington International Airport (BTV). Both airports are about 1 hour and 30 minutes away.
We will be providing a limited complimentary shuttle to and from Montreal on Friday and Monday! If you fly into Burlington, you will need to rent a car and pass through the U.S.-Canadian Border.
Alternatively, you can drive if you feel comfortable and close enough!
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Once you sign up, email info@mariepiertremblay.com and let Marie know you want to ride the shuttle! She’ll give you the exact times and locations for pickup so that you can plan for flights accordingly. Please be prepared to plan your flights accordingly so as not to leave other group members waiting.
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Everyone is welcome, as long as you are a respectful open-minded human being!