Rest, Reset, Reengage Retreat: Survivors & Thrivers Edition
October 1st - 4th, 2026 Starting at $1295 Limited Scholarships Available by need
You’ve Been Through So Much.
You Don’t Have to Navigate It Alone.
Join us in the Outer Banks, NC for a restorative, therapist-led retreat created for women whose lives have been impacted by cancer—whether you are in remission, living with ongoing or metastatic cancer, navigating treatment, or finding your way through life after treatment.
Cancer may be part of your story, but it doesn't have to take up every part of your life.
This is a space to step away from the appointments, scans, uncertainty, and demands of everyday life and make room for community, soul care, emotional healing, and renewed connection with yourself, your faith, and the life you are living right now.
Whether you are years beyond treatment or still navigating what comes next, you belong here.
Therapist-Led • Evidence Based • Sponsor Funded Scholarships
You Are More Than Your Diagnosis.
Cancer changes things. Sometimes the hardest part isn't the treatment itself—it's everything that comes with it.
The uncertainty. The exhaustion. The changes in your body. The shifts in relationships. The questions about identity, faith, purpose, and what comes next.
And sometimes, even when the appointments slow down, the emotional impact doesn't.
Whether you are in treatment, living with metastatic or ongoing cancer, in remission, or years beyond treatment, you may find yourself longing for something that medical care alone can't provide:
A place to exhale.
A place to be understood.
A place to laugh and play.
A place to tend to your soul.
A place to remember that you are still you.
Survivors & Thrivers is a restorative retreat for women whose lives have been impacted by cancer and who are ready for intentional care of their whole selves—mind, body, and spirit.
There is space to move beyond survival and reclaim the parts of yourself that were put on hold,
Empowerment to choose how you want to re-engage with life,
Moments for God to restore your soul,
Tools to help regulate and reset your nervous system,
Community and leaders who cultivate a safe space for you to belong.
Led by licensed therapists and wellness professionals, this retreat blends evidence-based mental health support with restorative experiences designed to help you reconnect with yourself and move forward with intention.
“Going on this wellness retreat was truly such a gift for me. I came into it feeling incredibly burnt out, overwhelmed, and honestly struggling deeply with anxiety. I didn’t realize just how much I needed to slow down until I arrived. From the intentional self-care moments, to the quiet time, meaningful experiences, and amazing food, every detail made me feel cared for and able to finally breathe again.”
Retreat Packages and Pricing
Packages include lodging, meals, group sessions, fitness classes, and activities. Massages and excursions may be offered for an additional cost, if desired.
Guests have learned the true value in the retreats we offer is the transformational experience, coming home better than they arrived, feeling alive, refreshed, and hopeful. The room you stay in may matter, but it’s the memorable experiences, delicious meals, therapeutic group sessions, mindfulness skills you gain, fitness, and overall wellness that you are really investing in here. This experience is for YOUR whole being!
Scholarships may be available for those in need. If you are able to pay the full price of your package, this allows us to allocate those limited funds to those who are truly in need of financial assistance.
Room Options
Room preferences will be honored on a first come, first serve basis, so register early if you want your choice of room type! We encourage you to consider shared spaces as opportunities for deeper connection that so many of us long for.
Photos below are examples and actual accommodations may differ from those pictured.
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Standard Package - Shared Twin Bedroom shared bathroom - $1295 per person
Reserve a twin bed in this cute double occupancy room. This room shares a bathroom with neighboring rooms.
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Standard Package - Shared Occupancy King Suite - $1295 per person
King Bedroom with en suite bathroom. Two women can share this space for a great price. Bring a friend and enjoy this spacious room. We can also help place you with a compatible roommate if you are coming alone.
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Upgrade to Private Queen Bedroom with Shared Bathroom - $1495 per person
A queen bedroom to yourself. Balcony access on the front side of the home for a private reprieve. Bathroom is shared with other second floor bedrooms.
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Upgrade to Private Queen Suite - $1695
A Queen bedroom with private bathroom. Enjoy space to refresh with this single occupancy option. Balcony access on the front side of the home for a private reprieve.
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Upgrade to King Bedroom Suite - $1895
Treat yourself to added comfort and privacy in our most spacious room option. Enjoy a king bed and private bathroom, creating a serene sanctuary for rest and renewal throughout your retreat experience.
Sponsor a Survivor
Many women impacted by cancer face significant financial burdens from treatment, recovery, and time away from work. Because of this, some women who would benefit from this retreat may find the cost difficult to manage.
By sponsoring a participant, you can help make this experience accessible to a woman who is ready to focus on healing, connection, and renewal.
Your sponsorship may help cover:
Retreat registration
Meals and retreat experiences
Partial or full retreat scholarships
Every gift helps create an opportunity for a cancer survivor to step away from the demands of everyday life and invest in her continued healing and well-being.
Interested in sponsoring a participant?
Contact us or click below to contribute to the Survivors & Thrivers Scholarship Fund.
Register to Reserve Your Package
Registration Fee will be applied to the total cost of your retreat package.
October 1 - 4, 2026
Rest, Reset, Reengage: Survivors & Thrivers Edition is a restorative wellness retreat for women navigating life after cancer. Designed for cancer survivors seeking rest, emotional healing, community, and renewed connection with themselves and God, this North Carolina retreat blends mindfulness, wellness practices, reflection, and restorative experiences in a supportive environment.
Financial assistance may be available to those in need through the Survivors and Thrivers Scholarship Fund.
If you are a survivor and cannot attend, but wish to contribute to another woman’s experience we welcome your contributions to this fund as well.
Registration Fee will be applied to the total cost of your retreat package.
October 1 - 4, 2026
Rest, Reset, Reengage: Survivors & Thrivers Edition is a restorative wellness retreat for women navigating life after cancer. Designed for cancer survivors seeking rest, emotional healing, community, and renewed connection with themselves and God, this North Carolina retreat blends mindfulness, wellness practices, reflection, and restorative experiences in a supportive environment.
Financial assistance may be available to those in need through the Survivors and Thrivers Scholarship Fund.
If you are a survivor and cannot attend, but wish to contribute to another woman’s experience we welcome your contributions to this fund as well.
Want to give towards the Survivors and Thrivers Scholarship Fund? Give the gift of rest, connection, and renewal to a woman navigating life impacted by cancer.
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Premium lodging with great amenities
All daily meals
Guided group therapy sessions and adventure therapy sessions lead by clinical counselors
Exercise and experiential play tracks lead by personal trainer
Guided meditations and mindfulness skills to reduce stress and anxiety
Supplies for all activities
Free time for rest & reflection
Live worship and relaxation session
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Massage
Post-retreat follow up session with Alana or Lauren
Be added to our virtual community (FREE)
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We want this to be an experience for your WHOLE self. At FreeFly we believe we are Spirit, Soul, and Body and our health in one part of us can spill over to another part.
Our retreats are Christian integrative experiences. However, we strive to create a safe space for those seeking a faith journey, wrestling with hard questions, or wanting to cultivate a deeper relationship with God. Come as you are and be met without judgment on your journey.
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This retreat is for women whose lives have been impacted by cancer.
You may be:
Living with ongoing or metastatic cancer
Currently in treatment or navigating maintenance treatment
In remission or cancer-free
Years beyond treatment but still feeling the emotional impact of your experience
Finding your identity and footing after cancer changed the way you see yourself and your future
Women 25 - 70, but most women are in their 30s-50s. At times there are outliers on either end of that range. We believe we can all learn from each other and grow together even in different stages of life.
**Participants should be medically stable and able to independently participate in the retreat's activities, including gentle movement, workshops, and group experiences.
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We understand that cancer treatment is costly, and for many, a retreat like this is not affordable after so many other expenses. That’s why we created a fundraiser to help lower the cost for our participants. If you are in need of financial assistance, please send us a message and inquire about scholarship availability.
If you are interested in contributing to someone else’s journey, please visit:
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Yes. Many women attend our retreats on their own. While some come with friends, most arrive solo and quickly find connection through shared meals, group experiences, and meaningful conversation. There is also plenty of personal space and free time, so you can engage at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
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We don’t want to spoil it for you, but here is an appetizer. Each day includes a combination of powerful group sessions, fun activities, and free time to connect with others or get time to yourself.
Day 1
Arrive between 4p-5p and settle in before dinner and a time of intention setting.Day 2
Immerse yourself in the experience with some adventure, guided group sessions, time to rest, and delicious meals.Day 3
Wake with time to enjoy the new rhythms of retreating before a day of play, experiential activities, community, and more space to reset.Day 4
Relish in how the experience has impacted you and the group. Before leaving enjoy our traditional send off lunch! Leave for home knowing you aren’t alone and the transformation will continue to unfold. -
Choose a Retreat
Browse our upcoming events to find the one that feels right for you. We host retreats twice a year in different locations. Our featured retreat is open for registration.Book Your Spot
Sign up and pay registration fee to reserve your spot. We will send you some paperwork to fill out so we can get to know you. We will have a brief discovery call with you.Payment time lines will be outlined in that paperwork. Upon approval, registration fee is non-refundable and does go towards your entire retreat package cost.
Review the Welcome Packet
After booking and your paperwork is cleared, we'll send you a Welcome Packet with everything you need to know—room information, packing list recommendations, add-ons to consider, and more.Book Your Travel
We'd recommend booking your transportation to and from the event as soon as possible, to ensure you can arrive without any complications or delays.Get Packed & Join Us
Now all that's left to do is pack your bags and get excited for your new adventure. Refer to your packing list provided to you for ease of preparation. -
The Retreat house is located in Kitty Hawk, NC.
It is a 3.5 hrs drive from Raleigh, 4 hrs from Wilmington, 3 hrs from Richmond, VA, and 1.5 hrs from Norfolk, VA.Best airports to fly into if traveling from out of state are Norfolk International Airport (ORF) at 1.5 hrs away or Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) at 3.5 hrs away.
Transportation is up to the participant, but we are open to giving suggestions.
Some past participants have chosen to fly in a day early so that they can have an extra night before driving to the coast. Outer Banks is a highly sought after destination worth the drive.
You want the reset, but you still have questions. We have answers! Each potential participant gets a free complimentary zoom or phone call. We want this to be the right fit for you too!