Step out of the daily grind and into purely pampered bliss. Rising Goddess is an established leader in empowering women to find freedom of self expression and awakening authentic connection to yourself through movement, fitness, and dance.

On this revolutionary retreat, the power of exploring and celebrating your divine, feminine energy is nourished and cared for in the luxury of a world class spa wellness center.

An exclusive daily Rising Goddess program includes a one-hour specialty class and a one-hour aerial hammock class.

Specialty Classes include:

Day 1

Arrive at CIVANA. Check in begins at 4pm. This evening we will gather for an opening circle and share a meal together in a group dinner, meeting your sisters for the week!

Days 2-5

Mornings are for you! We will have a coffee/ tea/ smoothie and wellness shot station set up for you to start your day as you choose. CIVANA offers so many incredible experiences to choose from, so sleep in, take a morning hike, go to yoga, or get a massage, the mornings are yours! At 11am we meet for our signature Rising Goddess Programming, followed by a hearty spa lunch. In the afternoon, the teacher trainees will be hard at work while retreat guests have the opportunity to explore as they wish. In the evening, retreat guests gather again for an exclusive Rising Goddess aerial hammocks class. Our last evening together we come together after the completion of classes for a farewell feast!

Day 6

As we prepare to leave our sanctuary, feeling empowered, strong and beautiful, we gather for a nourishing breakfast and closing circle.

The Aerial Hammock is a playful and uplifting tool for exploring movement. Rising Goddess Fitness’s 16-hour Aerial Hammock Flow training is designed for those interested in exploring their journey towards instructing or for those simply looking to expand their knowledge of this empowering form of movement.

Participants will enjoy a fun and knowledge-filled training experience delivered by the owners of Rising Goddess Fitness. This foundations-level program includes teachings inspired by a combination of modalities including dance, yoga and strength training, all of which will be integrated with our unique Goddess soul-centered curriculum. We’ll explore the versatility of this apparatus through skills and sequencing that are adaptable to a wide array of movement and fitness styles.

Highlights of the training include:

Fundamentals of safe, effective and creative instruction on the Aerial Hammock
Detailed instruction on approximately 50+ fundamental poses and sequences on the Aerial Hammock
Basic anatomy, alignment and injury prevention
The art of developing a structured, balanced lesson plan
Learning the importance of an effective warm-up and cool down
Cueing techniques for auditory, visual and kinesthetic learners
Spotting principles
Aerial logistics including rigging and hammock tie-off
Overview of instructor responsibilities, liability and safety
Classroom management and problem-solving skills

Course Materials:

All participants of the course will receive a detailed training manual to take home with them.

Post-Training Support:

Additional supplemental material will be available via subscription to our exclusive online portal after training.

Prerequisites: No prior experience required.

Space is limited in order to provide a quality experience for all participants. All enrollments are non-refundable. Our Aerial Flow certification is a prerequisite to be invited to our Goddess University Training and audition but does not guarantee employment at Rising Goddess Fitness or acceptance into our Goddess University program.

Is transportation included?

Transportation is not included in the package. The closest airport is the Scottsdale Airport, just 14 miles away, while the Phoenix airport is only 27 miles away. CIVANA offers free parking on the premises is you choose to rent a car.

Why is it important to register early?

Early registration provides you access to spa appointments and included CIVANA classes, which although complementary, require advance registration. So, the sooner you sign up, the sooner you can assure you get into every class you want!

Are meals included?

There are many delicious meals included for you! As outlined in the itinerary above, a wonderful group welcome dinner on your arrival day kicks off the retreat. Beginning the next day, each morning will greet you with a coffee and tea station complete with smoothies and wellness hots and a daily lunch with iced tea or water, A group farewell dinner, and departure breakfast are also planned. Because the group will have so much choice in afternoon scheduling, we have intentionally freed your dinner calendar Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. Please note, no alcohol is included during the retreat, nor are any beverages outside of those mentioned, although you are of course welcome to purchase it on your own.

Are spa services included?

One 60 min Swedish Massage is included in your retreat pricing. We want you to feel like a goddess! The world class spa at CIVANA offers many other therapies as well, and of course you book as many as you can fit into your schedule! Check out the spa here: https://civanacarefree.com/spa/