Nurture Your Body, Calm Your Mind, and Reconnect with Your Spirit
Hello There. I am Denise Druce, and I am Thriving with Stage Four Cancer. This has been an 11-Year journey for me. My mentor encourages me to “go to my wounds to find where I am called to serve”. I have pulled together a very special team of people who also have a big heart for serving those on this journey. I am so excited to invite you to Thriving With Cancer: a Healing Yoga Retreat and celebration of YOU.
Date: Saturday May 9th, 2026
Time: 9am to 6pm
Location: McCune Mansion 200 N Main St, Salt Lake City, UT 84103
Cost: $333 Register Here (Scholarships Available)
Cancer is a journey that affects every aspect of life — but it doesn’t have to define us. Thriving with Cancer is a unique yoga retreat designed to support you on your path toward healing, strength, and balance. Whether you are currently undergoing treatment, in remission, or simply seeking to reconnect with your body and mind, this retreat is a sacred space for you to restore, rejuvenate, and thrive.
Why Attend?
This retreat offers more than just yoga; it’s an immersive experience rooted in mindfulness, compassion, and community. Through carefully tailored practices and expert guidance, we aim to help you:
- Release stress and anxiety: Learn breathing techniques and mindful practices that support emotional well-being and reduce the effects of stress.
- Increase strength and flexibility: Gentle yoga poses designed to honor your body’s unique needs, helping to build strength, flexibility, and energy levels.
- Foster deep relaxation: Restore balance to your nervous system with restorative yoga and meditation sessions that promote healing from within.
- Reconnect with your body: Learn to listen to your body’s needs and cultivate a deeper sense of self-awareness, empowerment, and acceptance.
- Find connection and support: Share your journey with others who understand and are walking a similar path, creating a supportive, nurturing community.
What to Expect
- Yoga Classes: Suitable for all levels, with modifications for every body. The practices will focus on gentle, restorative poses, stretching, and mobility. Chair yoga will be available.
- Breathing and Meditation: Tools to help you manage stress, clear your mind, and bring your body back to a state of relaxation.
- Healing Workshops: Learn how to support your body and mind during cancer treatment and recovery with mind-body and self-care practices.
- Healing Circle: A safe, supportive environment to share, listen, and connect with others who are experiencing their own journeys with cancer.
- Takeaways: A beautiful journal, eye pillow, and goody bag full of surprises.
- Follow Up: An invitation to stay connected to the new friends you will meet on May 9th.
Schedule:
- 9am Meet and Greet over Tea
- 9:30-10:30am Welcome and Gentle/Accessible Morning Yoga
- 10:30-12 Breakout Session #1
- 12-12:30 Sound Bath
- 12:30-1:30 Catered Lunch and Free Time
- 1:30-3 Breakout Session #2
- 3-3:30 Break
- 3:30-5 Breakout Session #3
- 5-6 Evening Mediation and Closing Circle
Location
Join us in a serene, peaceful environment in downtown Salt Lake City. The historic McCume mansion offers a stunning and welcoming setting for this one-day retreat. The fireplaces, warm cozy rooms and furniture will invite us to unplug and recharge.
About Your Instructor
I am a 46 Year veteran in the fitness industry, and have been a yoga teacher and yoga therapist for 26 years. In addition to my own lived experience with cancer, I am trained in Trauma Sensitive Yoga and Yoga Therapy. I look forward to guiding you through this weekend with understanding, honesty, care, and sensitivity.
Who Should Attend?
- Individuals currently undergoing cancer treatment
- Those in remission seeking to maintain strength and balance
Join Us on the Journey to Thrive
Cancer doesn’t mean giving up on living a vibrant, fulfilling life. It’s possible to thrive — to reconnect with your body, restore your energy, and embrace your inner strength. This retreat is about moving beyond the challenges and finding joy, peace, and hope through each step of the journey.