​Join us for

The Holiday Meltdown

​ Retreat 2024

In collaboration with Homestead Saunas and Guest Practitioners


When:  December 13th, 2024 9 am - 9 pm

Where: at JoAnne’s Homestead in Crystal Lake, Illinois
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Who: Women who want to reduce holiday stress, immerse in the peace

and solitude of nature, cultivate joy and connection with other women,

and be nourished with seasonal inspired foods.


Why: To get a head of melting away holiday stress before it melts you down. 

Nestled in the serene beauty of the pines at our homestead,

​ enjoy a curated experience of relaxation, connection, and joy.
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Register now

Retreat Details

Relax. Refresh. Rejuvenate.
Join us for a day dedicated to melting away holiday stress before it melts you down. Feel free to drop in throughout the day for Mini Spa sessions, Sauna/Cold Plunge, Seasonal Appetizers and Herb Inspired Mock-tails, or wind down that evening for the Sound and Sauna event. 

All scheduling (*Google Sheets app requires to fill in appointment) and cash payments can be made here: https://bit.ly/3ZqbuBJ
*if you don’t have Google sheets you can simply email me your appointment time request. All of Lynille’s scheduling and payment  done here: https://zcal.co/joannepavin
You may book on this webpage but there will be a credit card processing fee of 3.5% added.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Mini Massage Tune-ups & Spa Sessions
$25 Mini for 20 Minutes / $65 for 50 Minutes
Indulge in the soothing touch of Lynille Steffenhagen with personalized massage sessions designed to melt away tension with exclusive Elemis spa products. Sip on herbal tea and herbal-infused mocktails as you set your intentions for a refreshing day.
Massage available for the mini treatments are:

• 20 min back and shoulders 
• 20 min hands/arms or feet/lower legs
• 20 min facial and scalp

Schedule with Lynille here: https://zcal.co/joannepavin

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM 
Morning Movement: Let Go and Flow
Stretch and release holiday tension with a guided session yogi-lates session led by JoAnne.
Complimentary if you schedule a sauna session at 11 AM- 12PM 
7 spots available

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM (8 spots every hour on the hour starting at 11 am)
Ongoing Sauna & Cold Plunge Sessions  50 Minutes $40
Experience the invigorating cycle of heat and cold with traditional, wood-fired Homestead Saunas. Connect with your ancestral spirit through this Nordic-style immersion in fire, steam, and herbal botanicals.
Gloria Nash, owner of Homestead Saunas will educate and guide you through the experience.

$200 to block for PRIVATE GROUP of your friends 2-8 people for the hour (6 friends = $33 each/ 7 friend $28.5 each/ 8 friends $25 one payment of $200 will be made by ONE PAYER and they will be responsible for filling in the spots and reimbursement from friends) 

IF you prefer to indulge in an hour of serenity solo: PRIVATE INDIVIDUAL SESSION $150 (1 person only)

Midday Serenity
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 
Seasonal Appetizers & Herbal Mocktails Lunch
Complimentary drop-in with any scheduled session 
Refuel with nutritious and seasonal inspired, flavorful bites from JoAnne Pavin Integrated Wellness, perfect for sustaining your day of relaxation.
Shop the products by local makers.

Afternoon Bliss
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Open Red-ball Tennis/Pickleball Fun (complimentary and USTA treats for participants)
Pair your Sauna/Cold Plunge Session with a spirited game of Tennis/Pickleball  (weather permitting) for laughter and fun.
​Grab a friend, play some matches, relax and refresh with a sauna and a plunge.

11:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Tongue and Pulse Analysis $60 for 20 Min
Gain health insights through a personalized Ayurvedic consultation with Vaidya Swati Mhaske.
Schedule directly with Swati Mhaske [email protected]

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Herbal Infused Ukrainian Sauna Bath Ritual $125
Indulge in a unique, healing experience with Gloria Nash.
Exclusive private 50 minute sessions offer the ultimate relaxation.

Evening Sound, Sauna, and Celebration 
6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Evening Sound, Sauna, and Celebration $75 
Wrap up your day with a serene blend of sound healing and sauna therapy with Lori Lea of Healing Hopes, inviting peace and joy into your heart.
11 spots available
6-6:50 PM Pre-Sound Sauna
7-8:00 PM Sound Healing 
8- 9:30 PM Post- Sound Sauna Cocktails and Connections
Connect, Reflect and Sauna
Reflect on your experiences, share insights, and set the stage for a joyous holiday season filled with laughter and connections. Enjoy seasonal cocktails as you prepare to head home refreshed and empowered.

Spaces are limited for this exclusive retreat. Secure your place for a journey of connection and renewal. 
Please text or call JoAnne Pavin with any questions 847-875-2193 or [email protected]

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Meet the Practitioners

JoAnne Pavin, CWP
Retreat Facilitator
Yoga, Movement, Meditation
ERYT 200/RYT 500

JoAnne has over two decades of experience in integrated wellness. She is a certified integrative wellness practitioner, health and human performance coach, registered yoga instructor, speaker and host of the Nourish Me podcast.  She provides customized wellness services to individuals and companies through her 4M Method which incorporates nutrition, fitness, meditation, and mindset training to promote healthier, more balanced lifestyles. She enjoys sharing her knowledge and experience through group seminars, workshops, and retreats.

Gloria Nash
Owner of Homestead Sauna
Ukrainian Bath Ritual Practitioner

Gloria has spent decades studying healing modalities throughout the country. As a practitioner, she utilizes sauna to ground and re-center herself. While Gloria designed the sauna, Kyle implemented the actual building and function. He is the resident sauna hauler and driver, and is always creating fun new spaces around the property. We are both so grateful to share our love of sauna with others. Our goal is to create an oasis for connection to yourself and the natural world around you, while making life long memories.

Lynille Steffenhagen, LMT
Massage Practitioner
​Certified Reflexologist
Spa and Skin Care Professional

​Lynille has been in the health and wellness industry for over 25 years. With expertise in Skin Care, Body Work and Fitness.
Reflexology has always been a treatment close to her heart. With many years of case studies and a service provider to clients in various different countries around the world.
Lynille is excited to be a part of this year's Soulful Prairies Retreat. Appointments are limited.

Dr. Swati Mhaske, BAMS
Ayurvedic Doctor
​ Seasonal Eating for Health

​Meet Vaidya Swati Mhaske, a Doctor of Ayurvedic Medicine and the founder of HemaVeda Ayurveda based in Crystal Lake, Illinois. She has over 18 years of hands-on experience in numerous Ayurveda modalities. Swati specializes in treating ailments of the digestive and the auto immune system, and that of the hormonal system in women. Swati is passionate about nurturing her clients towards a healthy and happy life using Ayurveda Teachings. She offers one on one consultations and guide you to the Ayurvedic journey of health and happiness. 
​She received her Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (B.A.M.S.) with honors in Ayurveda detox therapies as well as she has a Master of Clinical Research and Pharmaceutical from Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, India.

Lori Lea
Sound Healer and Certified Lilac Therapy Practitioner

Lori Lea is an Intuitive Energy Healer, certified Lilac modality Practitioner, and Sound Healer based out of Crystal Lake. She will connect you to your higher power and elevate your soul to a higher vibration. Additionally, she can help release negative energies, heal traumas, and create inner harmony, while simultaneously ensuring the energy is flowing smoothly using a variety of tools, including crystal singing bowls, tuning forks, and gongs as guided.​