Sept. 18-20, 2026

Hosted by Made for Crafts & Wellness Expert Cathleen Kahn

This is your invitation to slow down.

Take a deep breath and join us in College Grove, Tennessee. With yoga, creative workshops, nature walks, and a welcoming community, this retreat is your chance to pause, reset, and find a little space to just be.

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Enjoy a blend of activities and free time to create, read, or take a great nap.

- Daily morning yoga
- 2 hands-on creative workshops
- Expert led group discussions & guided journaling
- Guided property walks
- Evening meditation & yoga nidra
- Free time with access to creative tools & materials (also feel free to bring your own!)
- 2 Dinners, 1 lunch, and 2 breakfasts
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This experience is intentionally limited to fewer than 10 guests to allow for deeper presence, creativity, and restoration.

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Create & Meditate 2026

What's Included

- Single occupancy room in the farmhouse at Rockvale Writer's Colony

- All yoga, meditation, and movement experiences

- All hands-on creative workshops and materials

- Access to creative supplies throughout the weekend

- 1 meal on Friday, 3 meals on Saturday, and 1 meal on Sunday

About the Venue

Rockvale Writer’s Colony is a historic property located in Williamson County, Tennessee about an hour south of Nashville. Rockvale hosts writers-in-residence as well as events and retreats centered on creativity and well-being.

Your Investment

Retreat Investment: $980 + tax

Deposit: $200 + tax

- The deposit is refundable until June 1, 2026

- Final payment is due July 18, 2026

We must have a minimum of 6 attendees to host the retreat. If we do not have 6 attendees by July 18, 2026, we will offer a full refund to all guests.

Meet Your Hosts

Destinee Roschli

Made for Crafts began as Destinee’s way to merge her love of creativity and mindfulness. After more than ten years of teaching yoga, she’s learned that slowing down and making something with your hands can be its own form of meditation. Her retreats and workshops are designed to be approachable for beginners and invite participants to step away from the noise, tune into their creative rhythm, and reconnect with themselves.

Destinee has a background in event planning and enjoys creating beautiful experiences and thoughfully designed events that make you feel right at home.

Cathleen Kahn

Cathleen is an expert fitness trainer, yoga teacher, health coach, and esteemed positive body image advocate. She teaches attainable and sustainable paths to happiness, health, and self-love.

Cathleen is an eRYT 500 yoga instructor and a continuing education provider for Yoga Alliance. Additionally, Cathleen is a level one and two Reiki practitioner and is certified in group fitness instruction, weight
management, and behavior change by the American Council on Exercise. She
has a master’s degree in business education (MBE) from Middle Tennessee
State University (MTSU) and holds a graduate certificate in creative
writing from MTSU Write. 

FAQ

Can I choose my room?

All rooms in the farmhouse are single-occupancy and offer similar amenities. If you’d like to request a specific room, we’re happy to accommodate when possible, though we can’t guarantee availability. We’ll let you know at the time of your request if the room has already been reserved.

Can I bring my own snacks/blanket/etc.

We invite you to bring your favorite snacks and anything that will make your experience the most comfortable. If you are unsure about a specific item, please reach out at hello@madeforcrafts.com.

Do I need to have previous yoga experience?

Beginners are welcome! You do not need any prior experience with yoga or meditation.

Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?

Yes! We are happy to offer options to accommodate dietary needs. Please notify us of any restrictions as soon as you reserve your spot at the retreat.

Is there parking on site?

Yes! If you are driving to the property, you can park on site at no additional cost.

What is the closet airport?

The closet airport is the Nashville International Airport (BNA).

Invest in Yourself

The 2026 Create & Meditate Retreat costs $980+tax. A $200 deposit is required to secure your spot. This deposit is refundable until June 1, 2026. Your final payment is due July 18, 2026.
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