Join us for a full-body,
soul-deep celebration of
womanhood, water, and remembrance.
Somewhere between the glimmering of falling leaves and the warmth of golden sun on skin, a group of women gathers by the water.
Their great, great, great grandmothers or somewhere far back in their line once did the same thing.
But somewhere along the way, the women's prayer with the waters were disrupted.
The wisdom of their body dismissed.
The power of their channel interrupted.
And the circle broken.
These women today come from all over, but they carry something in common...
an inking that all of life lives in their bodies,
and that healing is possible, especially, when we remember that together.
That doing this work together
—in sisterhood—
is an ancient revival.
They commune with their waters as a living intelligence—
so that the past no longer breeds pain or unconscious patterns,
but instead becomes a source of
power, expression, and support.
Whether it’s lineage work of the bloodline,
or tapping into the deep and unending support of the Ancient Ones
—stone, light, and of course, the memory of water—
we nourish, clear, and celebrate together.
In a private lakeside sanctuary in Flowery Branch, Georgia,
One hour from Atlanta & three hours from Chattanooga
— Soul Spa: Ancestral Waters —
a Fall Equinox Retreat
SEP 19-22, 2025
Devoted to acknowledging and clearing inherited stories, reclaiming feminine essence, and returning to the sacred Source within.
the temple abode in Flowery Branch, GA
All of your needs are lovingly held.
Organic meals, a curated flow, beautiful accommodations—everything is taken care of.
You don’t have to plan, manage, or make decisions.
You simply arrive. You soften. You receive.
And what you receive here will stay with you:
in your body, your nervous system, your voice.
In the friendships that form.
In the collaborations that spark.
In the lifelong web of women devoted to change and celebration from the inside out.
And that your life is part of something much greater.
This Retreat Is For You If...
You feel—or long to feel—a deeper connection to your lineage and the ancient ones through the waters, the elements, and the unseen realms.
You crave a return to your feminine essence—held in sisterhood, in honor of liberating your line.
You want to feel more alive in your body, your voice, your womb.
More powerful in your truth. More supported in your becoming.
You are here to deepen your autonomy and authenticity —to live more rooted, more real, more you.
You’re ready—or willing to dance with the fear— to ask for what you need, receive with grace, and be witnessed in your wholeness.
You love (or want to love) the sacred art of dancing.
You know you’re here to heal—not just for yourself, but for your family lines, the earth, and the generations to come.
THE TOOLS
At Soul Spa, we work with tools that awaken the body, soften the heart, and reconnect you with something much older than words.
These modalities are woven intuitively throughout the weekend to support emotional unwinding, nervous system repair, feminine reclamation, and ancestral remembrance.
Some of the tools you'll experience include:
✧ Ceremonial Dance – intuitive movement to honor, express, and transform ancestral memory
✧ Somatic Movement – body-led practices that release tension, restore presence, and invite deeper listening
✧ Breathwork – to move emotion, energize, and integrate
✧ Voicework & Sound – unlocking the truth in your throat and the healing power of vibration
✧ Elemental Rituals – working with fire, water, earth, and air to deepen connection and release
✧ Sisterhood Circles – practicing the sacred art of witnessing and being witnessed
✧ The Soul Spa Ceremony – a full-day experience of receiving: masks, massage, water, touch, reflection, and desire
✧ Ancestral Inquiry – gentle ways to explore your bloodline and energetic inheritance
These tools are supported by the sacred setting—
a private lakeside sanctuary
surrounded by trees, water, and the spaciousness to
fully exhale.
THE FLOW:
Our Weekend Overview
This is the flow of our days together.
powerful, immersive, and designed for deep transformation and celebration!
Each day arcs through somatic practices, ritual, movement, and ancestral work.
We move together, feel together, and release together.
And while the work is potent, it’s never rushed.
There’s time built in for:
nourishing meals, self-reflection, integration and communion with the land.
🤍
Friday – Arrival & Opening
Arrival & Check-In: 4:00 PM
Yin + Somatic Unwinding
Opening Women’s Council: Who Are Our Ancestors?
Sister Massage + Evening Wind Down
Saturday – Sensual Reclamation & Soul Spa
Water Offerings at the Pond
Sensual Embodiment MedicineSoul
Spa Giving & Receiving Ceremony at the Lake
(Body scrubs, fruit, facemasks, swims, and more)
Ancestral Somatic Dance
Sunday – Voice, Movement & Celebration
Water Offerings at the Pond
Daoist Qigong + Breathwork
Dolphin Dance + Sound Bowls at the Pool & Hot Tub
The Channel: Feminine Voice Activation
Lake Sidney Lanier Boat Cruise
Closing Women’s Council by the Fire
Monday – Integration & Departure
Final Water Offering at the Pond
Integration Circle
Goodbyes & Checkout by 11:00 AM
WHAT'S INCLUDED
This is an all-inclusive retreat designed to help you fully drop in—body, mind, and soul. Every detail has been lovingly curated so that you can soften, receive, and be held by the experience.
Here’s what you’ll receive:
✧ 3 nights / 4 days at a private luxury lakeside sanctuary in Flowery Branch, Georgia
✧ All organic, nourishing meals prepared with love
✧ Daily somatic movement practices & embodiment rituals
✧ Guided lineage clearing + ancestral healing sessions
✧ Full-day Soul Spa Ceremony with body treatments, touch, and receiving practices
✧ Water rituals in pond, pool, hot tub, and lake
✧ Ceremonial ancestral dance to release and reclaim
✧ Breathwork, voicework, and fire ritual for deep integration
✧ Sisterhood circles & witnessing practices
✧ Optional celebratory boat cruise on the Lake
✧ Space to rest, reflect, and reconnect with yourself and the unseen
You don’t have to plan a thing.
You just arrive.
We take care of the rest.
Retreat Pricing & Accommodation Options
*Monthly payment option available*
Alumni discount: $100 off for past Soul Spa guests
VIP Private Room – Queen Bed with Private Bath
$1,888 (1 available)
Your own luxurious sanctuary with a private bathroom, ideal for deep rest, privacy, and full replenishment
Luxe Shared Room with Queen Bed – Shared Bathroom
$1,555 per person
(6 spots available across 3 rooms)
Share a queen bed in a beautifully styled shared space.
Bunk Room – Full or Twin Bed
$1,444 per person
(2 spots available)
A shared room with a full and a twin bed. Ideal for those seeking a more budget-friendly option while still experiencing the full magic of the retreat
BRING A FRIEND:
If you’d like to attend the retreat with someone close to you and share a bed,
we offer a special “Extra Person” add-on.
This is a beautiful way for sisters, best friends, or partners to experience Soul Spa together at a reduced rate, while still receiving the full retreat journey
—including: 3 nights of shared accommodation (one bed)All nourishing meals, Full access to the retreat schedule, ceremonies, and offerings
To register this way, the primary guest books the room as normal. They have the option to add the "Extra Person" at checkout or the second guest simply selects the “Extra Person” does it themself by choosing "Extra Person" at checkout and emailing the name of the "Primary Guest"
Retreat Location & Arrival Information
📍 Retreat Location
Private lakeside sanctuary in
Flowery Branch, Georgia
(Exact address provided upon registration)
✈️ Nearest Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
~1 hour drive from the retreat space
Carpool coordination and rideshare support available after booking
🕓 Arrival Window – Friday, September 19
Please arrive between
5:00–6:00 PM EST
Opening circle begins promptly at
5:00 PM
🏁 Departure – Monday, September 22
Closing circle ends by
11:00 AM
We recommend flights departing
after 2:00 PM
jump in!
Your Host & Facilitator : Ashtara Kukuk
Ashtara Kukuk—also known on stage as GÖLDNWAV—is a somatic movement facilitator, ceremonial DJ, and multidimensional guide devoted to helping women come home to their bodies, power, and truth.
With over 15 years of experience in dance, yoga, and nervous system-based healing, her work blends ancient remembering with modern embodiment practices. She weaves lineage healing, sensual reclamation, and emotional integration through breath, movement, and sound.
Ashtara is the creatress of Soul Spa, a seasonal retreat series that centers the feminine, restores the sacred, and reminds us of what it feels like to be truly witnessed and held in sisterhood.
When she’s not guiding retreats, she’s DJing ecstatic dance floors, creating ritual soundscapes, and helping others reclaim joy through the wisdom of the body.
Guest Facilitator: Katie Scott
Katie is living proof of how dance is medicine and how embodiment can be a pathway to healing and reclaiming our power and joy. Her strongest prayer is for all humans to embody shamelessness and overcome self-sabotage and people-pleasing.
Katie is a trauma-informed Embodiment Guide, Intuitive Healer, Tantric Facilitator, and Tao Tantric Chi Gong Instructor, fusing 11 years of experience with Mindfulness, Meditative Embodiment, Tantra, Taoism, Chi Gong, Ecstatic Dance, Contact Improv, Intuitive Energy Healing, Theta Healing, and Self-Sabotage Reprogramming.
Her work is a deep yet playful remembrance of reclaiming our body and sensuality, specializing in supporting women with sexual trauma and shutdown, and helping men achieve mastery in the bedroom and intimacy.
Ready to Join Us?
✨Click below to choose your room and submit your payment (Deposit or Pay in Full).
✨Your space will be reserved once your deposit is received.
✨Retreat spots are limited and room selection is first come, first served.
✨ Payment plans available
✨ $100 off for returning Soul Spa alumni!
FAQ
Who is this retreat for?
This retreat is designed for women who are looking for a weekend retreat for self-care, sisterhood connection, relaxation, time in nature, embodiment practices, dance, and a spa-like experience. No experience is required!
Are payment plans available?
Yes, payment plans are 3 monthly payments. So you will make your first payment and then have two more auto-payments after that.
Where is the retreat and how do I get there?
We’ll be gathering at a private lakeside sanctuary in Flowery Branch, GA—about 1 hour from Atlanta International Airport (ATL). We’ll support carpool coordination and rideshare connections in a group chat after registration.
What are the meals like?
Meals will be provided by a local caterer, offering organic, healthy, & local foods when possible. All meals will be gluten-free, mostly dairy-free, with both vegan and meat options available. We would like to know your dietary preferences and allergies on your intake form (sent to you after registration.)
Early AM breakfast will be self-served including items such fruit, boiled eggs, sourdough bread and spreads.
We will come together for big lunch/brunch meals and dinner. Some prospects for the other meals include cashew-cheese lasagna, homemade chicken or veggie burgers, big salads, homemade sauces, and all very yummy!
What amenities are included?
Enjoy full access to: The entire luxury home space and surrounding nature; including dance space, indoor pool, hot tub, decks, pond, lakefront dock, kitchen, dining room, living room with fireplace, and your bedroom. Back porch, back deck, lakefront lounging areas & swimming, Daily movement practices including; chi gong, meditation, and dance practices. Nourishing, chef-prepared meals (including dietary accommodations) (see below for details)
Can I come alone?
Yes, absolutely. Many women attend solo and leave with deep friendships and future collaborators. This space is designed to foster connection from the start.
What is included in the retreat price?
Lodging for 3 nights.
All meals, snacks, and beverages.
Workshops and rituals.
Spa-like activities like gua-sha, body scrubs, and more.
Use of outdoor amenities & spa experience
Drinking water & tea
Is anything not included?
Travel is not included in the price. We will do our best to support everyone in carpooling to make arrival easy.
Do I have to participate in every activity?
Not at all. This retreat is designed to honor your needs—you are welcome to engage as fully as you wish or take quiet moments for yourself.
What should I pack?
We recommend:
Clothing that you can move and feel comfortable in for the whole weekend. Bathing suits, cover ups, and cozy items for evening times.
You might also enjoy having a bathrobe & slippers
Yoga mats and extra squishy items (bolsters, blankets, or sheepskins) for your extra comfort in the movement space.
Your favorite toiletries-- PLEASE NO ARTIFICIAL FRAGRANCE including perfumes or oils. All natural essential oils welcome. This is very important as many have allergies that cause headache and nausea to artificial fragrance. Thank you for understanding.
Journals, pen, and maybe some colored pencils or art supplies. Art supplies are totally optional but sometimes nice to have on hand to put your experiences to images, shapes or colors. There will be time for this after the Soma Movement Ceremony Saturday night.
An offering to the waters-- something small like a flower, tobacco, a tiny crystal. We will do a collective prayer for the waters of TN and beyond.
Non-toxic Mineral Sunscreen
Bug spray if they like you.
Ear plugs
Any personal items that bring you comfort (e.g., favorite tea, crystals)
Any supplements or extra snacks that help you stay nourished!
Most importantly, remember that you have everything you need! Meaning don't stress out if you forget something or don't have it as we will be supporting each other with fulfilling our needs. If you have extra of something and it feels easeful, bring it and maybe you'll be able to help someone who forgot something! Sharing is caring and not stressing is a blessing ;D
Is this retreat suitable for all experience levels?
Absolutely. Whether you're new to retreats or have attended many, all practices are designed to be accessible and adaptable. As mentioned, there is no experience required in dance, embodiment, or chi gong. Our teachings are designed to meet and expand women who have a lot of experience while also being accessible for women that are new to these practices. We are always reading the room to see how everyone is doing and ensuring the highest level of flow and experience for both the individual and the whole.
What is the cancellation policy?
Since space is very limited (9 spaces), we have a no-refund policy with the option to transfer your space to someone else. You can also use your purchase for a credit to a future event if you cannot find someone to take your space. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or special needs. Goodness forbid, if there is a life-threatening emergency, we will consider this.
How do I reserve my spot?
Secure your place by completing the registration form and making your payment in full or first payment and auto-payment for the remaining 2 payments. Spaces are very limited (9 participants + 3 facilitators) to ensure an intimate experience.
Is there Wi-Fi at the retreat?
While Wi-Fi is available, we encourage exploring digital detoxing to fully immerse yourself in the retreat experience.
Still have questions, no problem!
