arrival and ease - thursday, april 30

1:00 pm

Set within a lovingly restored 18th-century barn, Northridge Barn blends historic character with understated elegance — stone, natural light, and warmth creating an immediate sense of ease. Guests are welcomed with light refreshments as Sue leads a gentle opening circle, inviting everyone to arrive fully, ground themselves, and ease into the experience.

settling in

2:00 pm

Guests check in at Woolverton Inn Manor House and are invited to settle into the property at their own pace. Complimentary coffee is available throughout the day, perfect for enjoying on the inn’s charming front porch while taking in the surrounding grounds.

afternoon flow

3:00 pm

Gather back at Northridge Barn for an afternoon guided experience with Sue, designed to support the body and nervous system during the active, unfolding energy of spring. Together, gentle movement, conscious breathing, mindful mobility, and somatic practices are woven to encourage circulation, ease tension, and support natural flow.

Guests will experience self-massage and lymph-supportive techniques (tapping), and enjoy a Yoga Nidra deep relaxation experience with healing sound bowls. Sue will share seasonal wisdom and herbal support for spring to support vitality, clarity, and balance. No prior yoga experience required.

a quiet pause

5:00 pm

Guests return to their rooms for a quiet pause — time to rest, refresh, and prepare for the evening ahead.

evening cocktail

6:00 pm

We’ll begin the evening on the side patio with a glass of wine by the stone bar, surrounded by blooming magnolias and spring florals across the grounds. Light cheese and crackers will be served, creating a relaxed, welcoming moment to arrive, connect, and ease into the experience before dinner.

a gathering in connection

6:30 pm

The group joins together at the Northridge Barn for a relaxed, shared three-course dinner prepared by Executive Chef Lance Knowling. Set within the warmth and rustic elegance of the barn, the evening is designed to feel communal and unhurried. Sue joins the group for dinner, allowing the experience to flow naturally from the afternoon into the evening. The dinner is BYOB, with red and white wines from Federal Twist Vineyard compliments of The River Loop team. Guests are welcome to bring any additional beverages they may enjoy.

fireside reflections

After dinner, guests gather around the firepit for a simple ritual & reflection led by Sue — a warm, grounding moment that allows the day to soften and come to rest together.

a quiet retreat

8:00–9:00 pm

As the evening settles, guests return to their rooms with space to rest, reflect, and unwind.

the morning, a gentle close - friday, may 1

6:30 am

As morning light fills the Northridge Barn, guests will be guided through a gentle sunrise yoga flow led by Sue, welcoming the day with movement, breath, and quiet intention.

Following practice, a beautifully prepared breakfast will be shared in The Manor House dining room and on the front porch, overlooking the grounds — a final, lingering moment to gather, reflect, and ease into departure.