A Retreat for Rest, Renewal & Rising
Tucked into the wild beauty of Gabriola Island, Saltbranch is a space where you can reconnect with yourself, with nature, and with others.
Rooted in simplicity and strength, our guesthouse offers a place to slow down, breathe deeply, and remember who you are beneath the noise. Whether you’re joining us for a retreat or staying as a guest, Saltbranch invites you to come as you are - and leave with more clarity, courage, and calm than you arrived with.
We host small group retreats, mother-daughter weekends, and women's empowerment workshops led by founder Emma Hamilton, blending martial arts, mindfulness, movement, and rest.
✺ What You’ll Find Here:
A fully furnished, private home surrounded by forest and sky
Thoughtfully curated retreats for healing, connection, and strength
A warm and grounded space to land, learn, and rise
upcoming retreats
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WOMEN EMPOWERED
Cultivating Power
This immersive weekend retreat is a call to return to the strength that’s always been yours. Designed for women ready to rise, it’s an invitation to reconnect…with your body, your instincts, and a community of women walking beside you.
Through martial arts, mindful movement, and grounded mindset work, you’ll sharpen your awareness, reclaim your power, and reconnect to the deep wisdom within. Together, we’ll explore what it means to feel strong, clear, and supported - in movement, in stillness, and in story.
Move with intention. Rest with purpose. Come home to yourself.
October 31 - November 2
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STRONG TOGETHER: CUSTOM RETREAT
Together We Rise
Looking to create something meaningful with your group? Whether you’re gathering friends, colleagues, or a circle of women ready to grow together, this custom retreat offers a powerful blend of physical training, personal reflection, and shared connection.
Together, we’ll build an experience rooted in martial arts, mindful movement, and honest conversation - designed to awaken your strength, sharpen your instincts, and foster deep connection. You bring the people; we’ll craft the space. Leave feeling aligned, empowered, and more connected than ever — to yourself and each other.
planning a visit to gabriola?
Whether you're dreaming up a retreat or a stay with family, friends, or a small group, we’d love to host you. Share a little about what you're looking for, and we’ll be in touch to help shape the perfect stay.
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