We are still coming down from the buzz at our inaugural Women’s Academy Wales ‘Reignite Retreat’ at the gorgeous Canada Lodge and Lake! The biggest thank you to all the delegates - our WAW women were fantastic.
With Women’s Academy Wales, we want to create an empowerment movement, working in collaboration to lift one another higher. Our retreat did this and so much more.
In an inclusive space, non-elitist and non-sector specific, like-minded women were able to connect and support and share. Through targeted workshops we were able to nurture positive mindsets and create a confidence boost to help our group define their legacies.
This is what some of our April 2025 WAW retreaters had to say:
“A huge thank you to the wonderful organisers, Beth Baldwin, Emma Jay Hopkins, and Andrea Byrne. Each of them shared their wisdom with engaging talks. Their energy, passion, and kindness made the day feel so welcoming and supportive.“
“It was a day of learning and self development. What an empowering, engaging and supportive event! Many new connections made and stories shared.”
“Today I stepped outside of my comfort zone and did something just for me, and I am so glad I did. What an amazing day and event. Women empowering, supporting, encouraging and championing other women.“
“Such a great day at the Women’s Academy Wales Reignite retreat hosted by the wonderful trio of Beth Baldwin, Emma Jay Hopkins, and Andrea Byrne. Was great to have a day out of the office and focus on my personal development and wellbeing!“
“The day was filled with powerful stories, genuine connections, and a real sense of community. I’m leaving with a full heart, a fresh perspective, and some amazing new friendships.“
“I came away feeling absolutely rejuvenated and full of motivation for life!!“
To complement all of this, the ever so talented Gemma Griffiths https://gemmagriffithsphotography.co.uk/ was on hand to capture headshots for all of our delegates as part of the day. And Lousie Smith from Wales Perfumery https://www.walesperfumery.com/ took us on a journey of scents, explaining how the power of perfume on our emotions.
To top it all off we had sunshine galore and the chance for a glass of fizz on the veranda with the glorious fountains in action to personify the vibrancy of the experience!
We extend our thanks to our generous authors - Dawn Evans, Anna-Louise Bates, Natasha Leigh Bray, and Charlene White - super female writers who shared their books with our first cohort. Plus, to the wonderful Sophie Lily Jewellery, Alicat Jewellery, Catherine Shumar from Tropic and Sweet Williams handmade who made our goody bags arguably the best in the business!
We have another retreat already in the planning for the autumn - just announced, click the book now link above.
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