Let’s get together for some cozy, comfy, connected fun!
Y’all, I don’t know about you, but a few days of being embraced by community while I play games, read, craft, swim, relax, and eat delicious food sounds perfect! Does that speak to you? Would you like to lounge around in comfy clothes and learn a new craft or finish your project? Do you want to meet other body liberation-minded folks to chat with while you play a fun board game or just sit and drink your hot chocolate?
We live in world of diet culture, max productivity, and isolation. It can feel so disconnecting and exhausting to move through the world as a person interested in body liberation! There are tons of us out there, but finding each other can be so hard. That’s the beauty of this retreat. Everyone attending is like you in this core way - and they can’t wait to make new friends and have a chill fun time with you!
I want us to come together in community to relax, be creative, support, connect, and have a lot of fun!
Join me for this retreat, centering your personal needs and style of engagement. Introvert? Extravert? You can enjoy the space and time in ways that work for you - hang out solo, be in the room doing your own thing, lead a craft, or any combination that feels good to you. This magical community space will be your refuge from expectation, obligation, judgment, and criticism. It will be a delicious cocoon to wrap yourself in as you nurture and nourish yourself in exactly the ways you deserve.
Step away from daily life and find joyful community, relaxation, creativity, and fun with other folks in a diet-free, weight neutral, body-liberation space!
You deserve to relax and find comfort, connection, and support exactly how you want it. There’s no wrong way to engage! Community is there for you whether you’re an introvert, an extravert, or a combination.
Community is key to ensuring we can sustain the important work of body-liberation in our personal lives and in the world. We are stronger and more powerful together.
Nurturing our creative expression is important! Having fun supports our wellbeing + nourishes us.
You deserve a cozy + connected vacation centering your needs. Finding community, relaxation, creativity, connection, and fun is important, not frivolous.
A welcoming, body-liberatory, diet-free space to relax and connect with other folks in community
A thoughtfully curated gift bag from Laura to make your retreat time extra special
A variety of beginner-friendly yoga, flexibility/mobility, and movement classes to practice embodiment and connect with yourself without pressure or expectation
Delicious abundant meals, drinks, and snacks tailored to your dietary needs and preferences
A spacious agenda leaving plenty of unstructured time for lounging, enjoying the heated pool, resting in your room or around the hotel, and connecting with your new friends
Lots of options for self-reflection and personal growth through journaling, movement, creative activities, and group discussions
Plenty of creative, restful, and fun activities like the body-liberation pool hangout, game nights, crafternoons, book club, and community time together
“Laura’s retreat was absolutely amazing! In just a couple of days she was able to establish a sense of community among the participants and helped me grow in so many ways. I tried stuff I never would have tried before, but Laura doesn’t pressure you to do anything you’re uncomfortable with. It’s definitely a safe space. If you have ever thought about going to one of her retreats, jump on it before they fill up. You won’t be sorry!”
“This retreat was well planned and the theme was on point. It was comfortable, yet challenging. It was full of new activities for me, yet I never felt like an outsider. it was very welcoming and accepting. I would recommend a retreat by Laura to anyone. I left feeling inspired, encouraged, and strong. It was amazing.”
“I am so thankful that I got to attend a retreat led by Laura. Since I had taken classes with her in the past, I knew that she has an uncanny ability to provide a safe, welcoming, and relaxed space. This no-pressure leadership style combined with her talent as a yoga instructor and body positivity coach made for an amazing retreat. ”
“I’d never attended a retreat before and was nervous about fitting in and feeling comfortable. I took the leap and am so grateful I did! There’s something about being together that felt very healing and I will attend another retreat in the future. I felt taken care of and supported in every moment. ”
A newly renovated funky hotel that’s steps from the beach in quirky Galveston, TX
Walk across the street to the beach or enjoy an ocean view from the comfy couches on the rooftop deck
Gorgeous mid-century inspired design, comfortable and stylish gathering spaces, and exceptional service with an inclusive spirit throughout the hotel
Relaxing heated pool with lounge chairs, outdoor heaters, comfy outdoor couches, and poolside dining
Lobby bathrooms are all-gender and the hotel is a welcoming inclusive space for all
Abundant + delicious gourmet meals and snacks provided by the hotel’s restaurant
Curious about accessibility? Check out the FAQs below for info about physical and financial accessibility, and don’t forget to check the venue measurements page for more info about spaces and furniture.
Refined + modern decor and finishings in the each newly renovated cozy guest room
A variety of room types to fit your needs perfectly and give you the space and privacy you want
Easy access to the pool and courtyard with comfy seating - perfect for your morning coffee + a book
Concerned about the sizes of seating and spaces? Check out our measurements info page!
Everything is optional! Meet your body where it is and only do what feels right for you in the moment
There will be a thoughtfully crafted schedule for our time together, but you decide what to do at all times
With two full days of spaciousness and two half days to enjoy the programming, there is plenty of time to find rest, ease, and connection in different ways
Programming options will include, but are not limited to: gentle yoga, body liberation discussions + activities, open/instructed crafting time, open/instructed gaming time, book club, quiet together time, pool hangouts, and more!
You’re the boss! During your free time you can do whatever sounds good to you. Hang out in bed, read or craft on the rooftop deck, relax with new or old friends, visit the beach across the street, frolic in the pool, or do literally anything else you want because it’s your vacation!
Eight delicious meals, daily catered snacks, and all day access to drinks to stay hydrated + cozy
Thoughtfully curated gift bags I’ve stocked with special treats to make your retreat time the best
Materials and instruction needed for movement classes, body liberation activities, and other programs
Classes and activities intentionally planned to maximize your relaxation, connection, and fun
Reserved exclusive access to the Den, a comfy hotel space with couches, chairs, and tables for you to craft, game, eat, and relax in style.
Not included are the hotel room of your choice, any alcohol or other food and drink outside of what is included in the daily service. We have secured a discount for your room registration. See the registration page for all the details price breakdown.
Hi! I’m Laura Burns (she/her), creator of Radical Body Love Yoga. Finding accessible yoga, body liberation, and inclusive community literally saved my life. Ever since then I’ve dedicated myself to learning, growing, and helping other folks find the joy and magic in their bodies and lives.
As a Body Liberation Guide, I encourage people to be present in their bodies, explore movement, and to feel empowered to make choices that honor their needs and wants. As a crafter and board games enthusiast, I love nurturing folks to be creative and have fun as part of their self care practice! I can’t wait to combine body lib work and creativity together!
I believe in the radical notions that your body deserves love and respect as it is in this very moment, that we are powerful and deserving of pleasure and luxury, and that we all have the potential to live in full color! I’m so excited to come together with you to support, honor, empower, share, and rest with each other!
January 18-21, 2026 at the Hotel Lucine in Galveston, TX
15 spots left
“I was nervous about attending a retreat where I didn’t know anyone, but it turned out better than I could have expected! I felt supported, heard, loved, and like I could join in or not without being judged. ”
“Who knew that yoga could be such a game changer for how I feel about myself? Laura’s yoga instruction is a healing experience.”
Is the hotel going to be accessible for me?
Check out the Hotel Lucine website for more info on the hotel and guestrooms.
There is no elevator in this vintage hotel, but all our gathering spaces are on the ground floor and the hotel has guaranteed us rooms on the first floor for those who want them.
The Hotel Lucine has ADA accessible guest rooms that are included in our discounted room rate AND they are holding all of them for us until November 2025. If you plan to attend and want an ADA room, please book early!
The pool is heated, but does not have a lift.
If there are any worries about width of furniture you can refer to the measurements page which gives detailed info on the measurements of most chairs on the property.
Price transparency
You work hard for your money, so I want to be as transparent as possible when it comes to our pricing! I know all too well how it feels to invest in something and not know whether the value is there or not. Please know that I care deeply about financial accessibility, which is why I offer up to 12 months of payments. However, I understand that the costs may be inaccessible to many. Here are the costs associated with running the event, which I hope will help you understand why it’s priced as it is.
The cost of hosting this event is coming directly from me and registration fees, not sponsors, which is why I want to tell you as much as I can! I’ve put my heart and soul into this retreat, and want to make sure everyone participating is getting an amazing experience that leaves them refreshed, connected, and supported!
The venue itself is $14,000 + tax and fees for the space rental, food, and programming costs.
I have allocated $5,000 for programming supplies + materials, gift bags, and my travel/rooms/meals.
The total of all of this is around $19,000. (These costs cover up to 15 attendees. Venue fees and other expenses will increase at a higher attendance level.)
I am charging $1,800 for this event in order to cover these costs, the cost of my planning time and expertise, and the cost of my time and energy spent actually facilitating the event. I hope this price breakdown is helpful in understanding why the event fee is what it is. I care very deeply about financial accessibility, so please visit the registration page to see the payment options available to you. I understand that the cost of this event is not accessible to many people. I’m currently working on creating a retreat center and spa, centering the needs of fat and disabled people, with a focus on physical and financial accessibility. Until that dream is realized, this model of hosting at hotels is what I have to work with. Bare with me!
How do you recommend getting to the retreat?
You are responsible for your transportation to and from the retreat. If you need to fly, you can fly into Houston, TX, and I recommend Southwest Airlines. Try to fly into Hobby Airport, which is much closer to Galveston than Bush Intercontinental Airport. Be sure to take advantage of their Customer of Size Policy. Check out my video about flying while fat and specifically the COS policy. The info starts at around minute 1:25.
After you register you’ll have the option of joining a Discord server to communicate with other attendees. This is a great place to start to get to know each other and to connect about carpooling from the airport!
Plan to arrive at the retreat venue by 3pm PT on January 18th and depart around 12pm CT on January 21st.
