Pilates & Wellness Retreat
Ellijay, Georgia
Thursday, April 30 - Sunday, May 3, 2026
Pilates, Human Design, Relaxation, & Connection
A women-only weekend escape designed for connection, luxury, and that deep exhale your soul has been begging for. Just 1.5 hours north of Atlanta, you’ll settle into a dreamy mountain estate with a sauna, hot tubs, forest views, and cozy suites that make you instantly sink into presence.
This is your permission slip to step away, soften, and let yourself be taken care of for a change.
Grab your favorite leggings and escape the chaos. Join us for a women-only weekend retreat created for connection, transformation, and luxury that feels like a warm hug from the Universe.
Just 1.5 hours north of Atlanta, you’ll arrive at this stunning mountain estate equipped with a sauna, hot tub, breathtaking mountain views, a gym, movie theatre, and beautifully designed suites that make you wonder why you ever wait to treat yourself to the opulence you deserve. You’re a queen and you know it.
Across three intentional nights, we’ll move our bodies through energizing Pilates classes, explore the map to your truest alignment through a Human Design workshop including personalized packets about your design, make meaningful crafts, sip curated wines and mocktails, and share the kind of soul-deep conversations that only happen when women come together with purpose — and zero distractions.
All of this unfolds under the Full Moon — a cosmic moment for clarity, release, and stepping unapologetically into your next chapter. Whether you’re craving rest, seeking clarity, or simply taking time for yourself, this retreat invites you to reset, reconnect, and rise back into your power.
Come with a friend and share a sweet weekend that will feel like the most soul nourishing sleepover party of all time.
Leave feeling nurtured, grounded, lit up, and more YOU than you’ve felt in a long time.
What’s Included…
4 day, 3 night stay at beautiful luxury mountain lodge
All meals included:
Healthy, delicious meals (light breakfast, large brunch, snacks & dinner)
Daily Pilates classes with Samantha
Human Design Workshop with Brittany along with a personalized packet about your chart
2 curated spiritual workshops led by Samantha (such as movement and meditation and making a craft with your intentions for the months ahead)
Thoughtfully selected welcome gift
Wine pairings with dinner
Access to Sauna, Hot Tubs, Gym and Movie Room
*Transportation to and from venue not included
Meet your hosts…
Samantha Gipson
Pilates instructor, travel enthusiast, spa junkie, spiritual seeker, toddler mom
Samantha Gipson is a Pilates instructor, mentor, and community builder who has been teaching full-time since 2015. Known for her intuitive teaching style, her sharp eye for movement, and her “you’ve absolutely got this” coaching energy, Samantha helps people feel strong, capable, and deeply at home in their bodies.
She is the founder of the Samantha Gipson Pilates Teacher Training Program, where she guides new instructors in developing confident, connected, anatomy-aware teaching skills. Samantha also hosts monthly women’s New Moon Circles—sacred gatherings for grounding, intention-setting, and authentic community.
Bringing women together is at the heart of everything she does. Retreats are her favorite way to create a space where people can reconnect with themselves, build genuine friendships, and experience a full mix of movement, rest, play, and self-care. Whether she’s leading a Pilates class, planning a retreat itinerary, or holding space in circle, Samantha blends strength, softness, and soul in a way that makes everyone feel welcome and supported.
Her mission is simple: to help every person who walks through her door (or across her mat) feel more aligned, more empowered, and more deeply connected to their own magic.
Brittany Felton
Human Design Reader, Home Chef, writer, crafter, baker, events enthusiast, meditator
Brittany Felton is a writer, event specialist, Human Design reader and intuitive guide from Atlanta, GA. She spent years living in New York City and Los Angeles pursuing a career in acting until finally she decided to move home and grow roots in familiar soil.
After a career in restaurants spanning 15 years, Brittany hung up her apron to pursue her own passions full time. Growing her Human Design reading business and helping people live into their unique alignment, decondition from the friction of trying to fit into a one size fits all box and explore exactly who they know themselves to be deep down, has been her greatest joy.
She is an avid home cook, baker and host and loves nothing more than feeding friends and loved ones.
Her core purpose is to remind individuals of the power in their authenticity. To find calm confidence in themselves through alignment achieved by living exactly as they are designed to be and to relax into the flow that comes from celebrating their uniqueness.
Brittany writes a weekly memoir and regularly posts content on self development, recipe tutorials, relatable fitness journeys and relaxed spirituality. Read her Substack, Yeah, I'd Hang Out With Her.
$500 nonrefundable deposit required to hold spot, full amount due 60 days prior to retreat. OR 3 month payment plans available, last payment due April 1, 2026.
Schedule for the Weekend
Thursday
12–3pm: Arrival + light lunch + settling in
5pm: Welcome Pilates class
6:30pm: Wine-paired Dinner
8pm: Introduction Ritual
Friday
7:30–9am: Coffee, tea + light breakfast
9am: Pilates class
11am: Brunch
12:30-2pm: Human Design Workshop with Brittany 2-2-6pm: Free time (sauna, hot tub, gym, relaxing, hiking, town exploring)
6:30pm: Wine-paired Dinner
8pm: Full Moon Gathering
Saturday
7:30–9am: Coffee, tea + light breakfast
9am: Pilates class
11am: Brunch
1–4pm: Group hike + nature craft gathering, also free time
6:30pm: Wine-paired dinner
8pm: Craft night + intention setting
Sunday
7:30–9am: Coffee, tea + light breakfast
9am: Morning Pilates class
11am: Farewell brunch
12-3pm: pack, enjoy the sauna, hot tub, gym, etc before leaving
Check-out by 3pm
Luxury Suites
Room with friends and have the coziest weekend sleepover party or fly solo and find new community and some time away.
$500 nonrefundable deposit required to hold spot. 3 month payment plans available. Full amount due 60 days prior to retreat.
LUXURY WELLNESS SUITE (SOLD OUT)
$2250 Per Person shared.
King Size bed, en suite bathroom w/ shower + soaking tub, private sauna in room, private hot tub on private deck.
SPA SUITE
$2000 Per Person shared.
Luxury XXL King Size bed, fireplace, deck access, large en suite bathroom w/ soaking tub, and breathtaking mountain views.
CHALET SUITE WEST - SOLD OUT
$2400 Solo. $1700 Per Person shared.
Private room with King Size bed, en suite bathroom with shower, closet, and deck access. More private feel. Great room to share.
DECK SUITE
$1850 Per Person shared.
Large private room w/ King bed, mountain views, large bathroom w/ shower and soaking tub, large closet, and deck access. Great room to share.
CHALET SUITE EAST
$2400 Solo. $1700 Per Person shared.
Private room with King Size bed, en suite bathroom with shower, closet, and deck access.
More private feel. Great room to share.
SMALL PRIVATE ROOM
$1600 SOLO
Cozy room w/ bright lights and a double day bed. Access to shared bathroom.
TREEHOUSE SUITE EAST - SOLD OUT
$2400 Solo. $1700 Per Person shared.
Private room with King Size bed, en suite bathroom with shower, and closet. Bright room with lots of windows. Great room to share.
TREEHOUSE SUITE WEST - SOLD OUT (SOLD OUT)
$2350 Solo. $1650 Per Person shared.
Cozy private room that’s a little smaller than the Chalets w/ en suite bathroom w/ shower, and closet.
What former Retreat guests
are saying…
Ciara Day, Peoria, IL
“Samantha’s Retreat was the perfect getaway for a tired mom. I couldn’t imagine a better location. The retreat was relaxing, challenging, and motivating. The food was phenomenal. Food, wine, facials, fitness... what else could you want? It was so fun to connect with new friends. I left feeling refreshed and inspired. I will definitely attend another retreat.”
Jasmin Tapia, Brooklyn, NY Cultivate Om Retreat Tulum, Mexico Apr ‘19
“I went on Samantha’s retreat in Mexico at a time where I needed time to myself, reflect and reset my life. It was my first time going on a retreat and it was such a refreshing experience that I will do it again.
Before I went on the retreat I have only taken Pilates once or twice and the instruction throughout the week was very clear, challenging, and fun. I found a new love for Pilates!
Samantha is very patient with a beginner like me and I was able to understand the movements and felt lengthened and stronger by the end of the trip. The venue was very calming and relaxing with the most amazing food and staff. I will definitely be going on the next retreat!”
Jill King, Atlanta, GA
I loved everything about Samantha’s retreat in Tulum, MX. Literally everything. The entire experience delivered on mind, body and community connection. The Pilates classes by both Samantha and Sarah were the BEST with lots of options and variations for ALL levels. I knew Samantha well and love her teaching-style and after meeting Sarah at the retreat, I can understand why they partner together. While they have their own styles and each bring something different to classes, they both keep it light and fun (but still very challenging if you want it!) The food was fresh, delicious, varied and absolute perfection. The resort, Pilates “studio” space, and activities were all amazing. At first, I was a little apprehensive about going without knowing anyone well except for Samantha. Everyone I met at the retreat was truly kind, supportive, respectful and fun. While the schedule was well planned, guests could “dip-in-and-out” as they pleased based on what they wanted to get out of the experience- there was no judgement at all from anyone. I left with my heart completely full and with renewed energy and focus. I signed up for the ’25 retreat the second I received the email and wouldn’t miss it for the world.
Maggie Wilson, New York, NY
”I cannot rave enough about Samantha’s retreat. It was absolutely wonderful and exactly what I needed. I can tell Samantha put a lot of thought into every detail and it didn’t go unnoticed. I wish this could be a monthly retreat because, honestly, I would sign up for each one! I thought the workouts were awesome! The Pilates mat class was both challenging and strenuous, but I felt it was approachable to all fitness levels. Very much an open level with modifications and also ways to make the moves more advanced. I would give it a 10.
It really was a very special weekend and one I would recommend to everyone I know! Again, you thought of EVERY detail. There wasn’t one thing that I needed or wanted that wasn’t provided. Even things I didn’t know I needed or wanted!”
Sarah Fontecchio, Monterey, CA
“Workouts 10. I loved the use of all the props, the balance between posterior and anterior movement patterns, incorporating rests at appropriate times. Samantha’s attention to bringing balance to all the workouts she programmed plus the different classes worked really well and showed how thoughtful she was with programming.
Food 10. I have had stomach issues in the past and sometimes get nervous eating out or food cooked by others, I was pleasantly surprised how good I felt after each meal. It was great to get through the weekend and realize that I didn't eat any bread or other heavy carbs but I never felt hungry nor did I feel that I needed to snack between meals.
I think Samantha & Lindsay did a really good job of offering different activities to suit different tastes. I really enjoyed spending time with everyone while we were working on our looms as well as the cooking class, these would be my two favorite. You had an amazing group of ladies and I throughly enjoyed my time with all of them.
I truly hope I get to participate in another of Cultivate’s fantastic retreats!”