A Wellness Retreat Rooted for your renewal

We invite you to the Ikigai Wellness Retreat to enjoy a restorative day focused on your wellbeing while nestled within the serene landscape of the Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum!

The Ikigai Wellness Retreat is a thoughtfully curated, fully immersive event designed to nurture health, mindfulness, and meaningful community connection. Inspired by the Japanese concept of ikigai, one’s reason for being, this retreat invites you to pause, reflect, and reconnect with your wellness through movement, restoration, creativity, and shared presence. We are proud to collaborate with San Diego-based studios and small businesses that are committed to community care.

Tickets

Glow Ikigai

(General Ticket)
$325 Non-member
$275 JFGM Member

What’s included:

• Admission to the Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum

• Access to all group fitness classes & wellness workshops

• Access to the refreshment lounge

• Curated wellness goodie bag

Move. Restore. Connect.

What to expect

Wellness isn’t just quiet reflection — it’s movement, expression, and meaningful connection. Join us for a vibrant lineup of group experiences and classes designed to energize your body, spark your creativity, and bring our community together. From uplifting workshops to dynamic sessions that get you moving, there’s something for everyone.

All experiences listed below are included with every ticket level, so you can explore freely and follow what inspires you most. Come and go as you please. Drop into a class, discover something new, and make the day entirely your own. Your wellness journey starts here, and we can’t wait to share it with you!

• Live DJ

• Yoga

• Guided Meditation

• Drum Circle & Group Energy Work

• Self-Defense Class

• Group Healing Circles & Journaling

• Plant/Kokedama Making

• Refreshment Lounge

• Shop wellness and beauty products from small businesses

Appointment Based elevations

The appointment based experiences listed below are only included with Enlightenment Ikigai Experience Ticket.

Acupuncture (put duration of service here i.e 30 minutes, 60 minutes)
Acupuncture is a time-honored practice rooted in Chinese Medicine that uses fine, precise needles to restore balance within the body and support its natural healing processes. By stimulating specific points along the body’s meridians, acupuncture helps regulate the nervous system, improve circulation, and harmonize organ function. Dr. Sonja Lokensgard is a licensed acupuncturist and Doctor of Chinese Medicine specializing in digestive health, mental-emotional wellness, autoimmune conditions, and orthopedic and sports-related injuries. Her treatments are tailored to address the root cause of imbalance, helping to relieve pain, reduce inflammation, calm stress and anxiety, support immune function, improve digestion, and enhance overall vitality and resilience.

Cupping (put duration of service here i.e 30 minutes, 60 minutes)
Experience the ancient healing practice of cupping, designed to rejuvenate your body and restore balance. Cupping involves placing gentle, warm cups on the skin to create suction, stimulating circulation and encouraging the release of tension. This soothing therapy can help ease muscle soreness, promote relaxation, and improve overall energy flow throughout the body. Participants often notice enhanced flexibility, reduced inflammation, and a sense of deep calm as the body responds to the therapeutic suction. Whether you are seeking relief from everyday stress, muscular tension, or simply looking to support your body’s natural wellness, cupping offers a restorative experience that nurtures both body and mind.

Facial (put duration of service here i.e 30 minutes, 60 minutes)
Indulge in a restorative facial designed to nourish your skin, soothe your mind, and leave you glowing. The facial combines gentle cleansing, exfoliation, a customized mask, and a relaxing facial and décolleté massage that promotes a healthy, vibrant complexion while improving skin tone and texture. This personalized treatment helps reduce the appearance of stress and fatigue, enhances circulation, boosts hydration, and supports overall relaxation and wellness.

Craniosacral therapy (put duration of service here i.e 30 minutes, 60 minutes)
Step into a space of deep relaxation and gentle restoration with craniosacral therapy, a soothing, light-touch practice that works with your body’s natural rhythms. By supporting the craniosacral system which includes the membranes and fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord, this therapy helps release tension, restore balance, and encourage your body’s own ability to heal. Many participants feel a profound sense of calm, relief from tightness in the head, neck, and back, improved sleep, and an overall lift in emotional and physical well-being.

Detox organ massage (put duration of service here i.e 30 minutes, 60 minutes)
Discover the restorative benefits of detox organ massage, a gentle and therapeutic practice that uses Visceral and Neuro Manipulation to support and mobilize your internal organs. By easing restrictions and improving communication between the organs and nervous system, this therapy helps stimulate the body’s natural detoxification pathways, enhance digestion, and release abdominal tension. Many participants notice reduced bloating, eased discomfort, and a renewed sense of vitality and balance. This nurturing practice encourages your body to function at its best, leaving you feeling lighter, energized, and more in tune with your body’s natural rhythms.

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