Venture into the heart of Banff National Park and its neighbor to the east, Kananaskis Country, where the grandeur of the Canadian Rockies will take your breath away. There's nothing like standing among these granite giants to make your worries seem small. Each run we do in this stunning landscape will be a mindful movement practice, soothing your nervous system and calming the stream of thoughts racing through your mind.
As the jewel of Canada's national park system and home to the world's most photographed lake (you know the one!), Banff National Park is a busy place, however, we'll do our best to seek out the less-trafficked trails that still offer up tremendous scenic rewards and moments of serenity away from the tourist hoards.
Scenic trail runs that guide you to some of Banff’s most iconic and awe-inspiring landscapes
Gentle, grounding yoga designed especially for runners
Expert-led alpine trail runs that are both challenging and deeply rewarding
Mindful running clinics to help you find your flow and move with ease and confidence
Meaningful connection and lasting camaraderie with like-minded women
Build confidence and skill on the trails in a supportive, encouraging environment
Free time to slow down, reflect, and enjoy quiet moments in nature
Rejuvenate at the serene Kananaskis Nordic Spa, inspired by Scandinavian traditions
Savor delicious, nourishing meals featuring fresh Rocky Mountain flavors
Feel fully supported - every detail is thoughtfully planned so you can truly relax and be present
"The Canadian Rockies retreat was wonderful! The trails were beautiful and just the right amount of challenge. We had friendly, knowledgeable local guides with us on every run, and the food at a variety of restaurants was plentiful and delicious. And maybe my favorite part was spending the week with amazing, strong, funny, like-minded women. I haven't laughed that much in a long time! I felt fully rejuvenated by the end of the week and am grateful for the connections I made."
--Rachel E.
"I returned from the Canadian Rockies Run Wild Retreats a few days ago. Slowly coming off of the high I experienced there, both emotionally and the altitude, up in the mountains. Our retreat leader was kind, supportive, and fun, our local guides were knowledgeable and encouraging, and the women I ran with, walked with, dined with, talked with were so interesting and humble."
--June T.
Mindful Running is this retreat's defining experience. Your dedicated Retreat Leader will lead you through experiences on and off the trail that are designed to help you discover how to run with more ease and flow. And if you've never run trails before, you'll learn how to adapt your road running technique for this new terrain. And if you're an experienced trail runner, you'll take your running to a whole new level of efficiency and joy. Connect more deeply with nature, yourself and other women through this powerful practice that provides you with skills and insights to maximize the stress-reducing effects of running.
After a week running through the Canadian Rockies, spend an afternoon relaxing at the Kananaskis Nordic Spa. Surrounded by alpine forest and rugged mountain peaks, deep in Alberta’s Kananaskis Country, this spa takes a bold approach to the Nordic spa tradition and grabs its inspiration from the invigorating elements of the Canadian outdoors. Purposefully designed for modern-day trailblazers seeking equal parts stimulation, recuperation, and balance, Kananaskis Nordic Spa is centered around an exhilarating restoration of body, mind, and soul. Spend an afternoon enjoying the relaxation lodge, five outdoor pools, five steam and sauna cabins and an exfoliation cabin.
Throughout the retreat, you’ll enjoy authentic Rocky Mountain cuisine from locally and regionally sourced ingredients, including wild-caught Vancouver Island salmon, AAA-grade Alberta beef, fresh Okanagan-grown fruit and vegetables. Some of the restaurants we'll visit offer Canadian game (bison, elk, caribou, wild boar, venison and pheasant). Lunches will be casual picnic-style sandwiches from local cafes, while some lunches will be on your own. We can accommodate those who are vegetarian, vegan, diary- or gluten-free.
Don't want to be rushed getting to the retreat? Want a day to adjust to the time zone? This is for you!
Enjoy one additional night (July 10th) at the MTN House Canmore prior to the retreat (no need to move rooms when the retreats starts)! You'll have access to all the on-site amenities so you are relaxed and settled when the retreat starts. Included in your pre-retreat stay is an airport shuttle from the Calgary Airport to the hotel and breakfast the following morning.
Banff, Alberta, Canada
Meet with your retreat leader and the rest of the retreat participants at 12 noon. From here we will load into the vans and drive directly to Canmore, about 90 minutes to the west. Be sure to grab some lunch before we leave the airport!.
After breakfast at your leisure, we will meet our guides and start our run right from the hotel, heading up onto Benchlands Ridge, from which we hop onto the sublime singletrack of the Montane Traverse, which offers breathtaking views of Canmore's iconic Three Sisters. Your retreat leader will introduce the mindful running principles that help you adjust your stride and posture for these alpine trails.
After breakfast, we’ll check out of the MTN House and drive approximately 90 minutes to Banff National Park. We will make our way to a trailhead between Banff and Lake Louise, where we will begin our alpine lake adventure. We’ll savor the solitude and serenity of this lesser-known trail connecting a series of crystal-blue lakes that are arguably just as stunning as those overrun with tourists.
After breakfast at the hotel, we’ll meet our guides for a sightseeing run close to Banff along the sparkling Bow Falls Trail, including a stop at a viewpoint known as “surprise corner” for reasons that will be obvious when you’re there!
After breakfast at the lodge, we'll depart for a longer day exploring all Banff has to offer. We'll drive about an hour north past Lake Louise to start off today's trail run up to Ross Lake, one of the area's stunning turquoise wonders. 
After breakfast, we will check out and drive to Kananaskis Country, where we’ll run a portion of the famed High Rockies Trail, recently completed in time for Canada’s 150-year birthday celebration. We’ll run a scenic portion of this spectacular long trail that showcases stunning views of Kananaskis Country’s sprawling peaks and expansive blue lakes.
Your retreat package includes a visit to the Kananaskis Nordic Spa, which offers a different take on modern well being. Inspired by Scandinavian wellness traditions and the bold ruggedness of its Canadian Rocky surroundings, it is a Canadian-designed alpine sanctuary created for nature-lovers looking to recharge. This alpine sanctuary spans 50,000 square feet of contemporary indoor-outdoor space including five outdoor pools, four steam and sauna cabins and an exfoliation room. The relaxation areas feature heated hammocks, fireside lounges, eight treatment rooms and a wellness bistro. 
breakfast, we'll meet our guide for a private transfer to the Calgary International Airport arriving at approximately 11 a.m. in plenty of time for your late afternoon or evening flights. -2.jpeg)
