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10.4.25 | 9-4pm
SkyPond in Apex, NC
Join Kate Williams Stone and Kerry Carlson for a one-day retreat at SkyPond in Apex, NC.
Picture a cozy, upscale cabin tucked in the woods on a pond - where ten women will come together to relax, release, and reconnect with who they've always been.
Through yoga designed for your menopausal body, non-diet health coaching, a literal fire ceremony, and honest conversation with women who truly get it, you'll spend the day not just surviving this season - you'll start owning it.
SkyPond is just 20 minutes from Chapel Hill - close enough to get to, far enough from everything else to actually exhale.
This is a small, intentional gathering.
Once these ten spots are gone, they're gone.
$199 early bird $249
Early bird pricing ends July 31, 2026.
Save $50 - register today.
Only 10 spots total. This one will fill.
Questions? Reach out to Kate directly Kate@KateWilliamsStone.com
Catered lunch, snacks, and cold and hot beverages, all thoughtfully prepared and fully included.
Movement and stretching designed specifically for midlife bodies.
Real talk about (peri)menopause, hormones, and all the challenges of midlife.
“Kate and Kerry are a warm and welcoming team who know how to foster trust and community among their students. I left feeling nurtured in body, mind, and spirit. I also came away with knowledge and confidence about how to advocate for myself as I continue my menopause journey. I highly recommend! ”
Kate is a certified non-diet health and life coach dedicated to helping women navigate the whirlwind of (peri)menopause with clarity and confidence.
Kate has experienced her own rollercoaster of (peri)menopausal health challenges from breast cancer, fibroids and anemia. Her personal health challenges sparked her passion for supporting other women through this complex and often misunderstood phase of life.
Drawing from professional certifications in intuitive eating, body image, and weight-neutral health coaching (HAES) through Stephanie Dodier’s Going Beyond the Food Method™, Kate uses a trauma-informed, feminist approach to help her clients feel energized and at ease in their changing bodies.
Her methodology is grounded in evidence-based principles and practical strategies that honor individual needs without the pressure of diets or rigid food rules.
Along with hosting retreat experiences, Kate works individually with clients in personalized settings like 1:1 coaching and VIP days at SkyPond.
In her free time, Kate volunteers at Durham Performing Arts Center (DPAC) because she loves theater and recently joined a Garden Coop to learn to grow veggies.
Kerry found yoga to heal an injury and discovered how it healed and strengthened her body and mind. She now loves to share the same healing and strengthening qualities with her students. She encourages her students to respect what their bodies need day to day by focusing on the intention of the pose rather than how the pose should look. She includes meditation and moments of stillness to practice presence of mind, body and heart.
Kerry has completed a Yoga for Menopause and Beyond certification, along with a Menopause certification (Dr. Stacy Sims Menopause 2.0) to better understand the science behind this crucial time in a woman’s life.
Since she finds herself in the midst of Perimenopause, many of her classes, workshops and retreats offer yoga and breathwork to support women through the physical, emotional, and hormonal changes of Perimenopause into Postmenopause.
These offerings include movement that builds strength, eases symptoms, and helps women feel at home in their bodies again. Kerry’s intention is to create safe spaces for real bodies, real changes, and sustainable practices.
Off the mat, Kerry loves to cook, read, garden, hike and paint. Her greatest joy is time with her family.
The two yoga classes are beginner-friendly, and designed specifically for every body in midlife.
Please let us know if you have injuries or movement limitations.
The yoga practices will include gentle movement and stretching to calm and reconnect you with your body. You will learn breathing techniques to calm the nervous system during times of sleeplessness and stress.
A catered lunch and snacks will be provided to you, along with coffee, tea and drinks throughout the day.
Vegan and vegetarian lunch options will be available.
Let us take care of you for the day!
Please let us know about any food allergies or sensitivities and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.
A yoga mat (if you would like your own - extras available on site)
A water bottle
Suggested, but not required for free time: sunglasses, a blanket to lay down on and a good book.
The focus of this retreat is a time to slow down, unplug, reconnect and learn a few things about navigating the ups and downs of the normal hormonal transition of perimenopause.
While some of the people in attendance may be parents, it is not a parenting focused retreat.
This day includes yoga, movement, guided breathing, quiet meditation time, along with journaling prompts and conversations in a group.
You are welcome to share as much or as little as you are comfortable with. You may also opt out of any activity.
The fire circle will be a time to write, reflect and burn some paper with your writing.
No yoni steaming at this retreat :)
No discounts, but you’re welcome to opt out of any session and enjoy the quiet surroundings instead.
You may bring a favorite book, make a cup of tea or coffee, walk around the pond or take a nap on the couch. This is your day.
Absolutely. This retreat is a body-positive and inclusive space for anyone experiencing midlife and its transitions.
You are welcome here.
Not many rules, and these may seem obvious.
Swimming in the pond is strictly prohibited.
Smoking on site is strictly prohibited.
You may not bring or use firearms, fireworks, and glitter/confetti on the property.
Have questions that aren’t answered here? Email Kate at Kate@KateWilliamsStone.com
“It was such a relaxing and enriching experience. The facilitator Kate was knowledgeable and compassionate, and created a safe, supportive environment for everyone. The gentle yoga practice with Kerry was restorative and empowering. I left feeling more connected to my body and to my intention of embracing joy in my post-menopausal journey. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a nourishing experience!
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