Surround yourself with women who ignite your soul.
“If I could help every woman feel beautiful, and teach every little girl how to love herself, that would be my superpower.” - Butterflies Rising
Bare by Brina Women’s Retreats were created to take your self-love journey to the next level.
Our retreats are the ultimate safe space to come together with other women in community to heal, examine our body stories, and tackle insecurities.
Sicily, Italy - June 8-15th, 2024
Ubud, Bali - October 12-19, 2024
Bare by Brina Women’s Empowerment Retreats are about self-love, sisterhood, adventure, self-care, freedom, wellness, and fun!
You deserve this experience!
Empowerment
On our retreats, together we dive deep into the concept of body image, what it really means to be a confident, empowered woman, and how we can bring that energy out of our time together and into our day-to-day lives. Myself (Brina) and other incredible coaches will impart all of our wisdom, teaching you practices and exercises for finding a place of body neutrality or positivity. Our goal is to help you love, embrace, and celebrate all of the beauty your body holds!
Connection
On our retreats, we step into our divine feminine by opening our hearts to other strong women. Each and every babe that joins our retreat sisterhood is committed to creating a safe and loving space in which to grow and heal. In this way, we are all like-minded - on the path to becoming the best versions of ourselves, together.
Movement & Ceremony
Together, we will move our bodies, set free by a newfound sense of ease. Through time in goddess circles, breathwork sessions and embodied dance, our coaches and reiki practitioners will help guide you back into your body, allowing emotions to easefully pass through.
Photoshoots
Each retreat attendee has the opportunity to be in front of the camera during a one hour photoshoot. Your photoshoot includes professional hair and makeup and 3 outfit changes. We provide a mini “client closet” on retreats that you are welcome to utilize for your session! While the session fee is included in the cost of the retreat, photo collections are not. Each attendee can choose the photo collection that best suits their needs for delivery after the retreat. *Every attendee will receive the full gallery of candid photos from our adventures to download, and the group photos included in the retreat ticket price
Each Bare by Brina retreat is different, including the coaching and activities. If you have attended a retreat before, you will leave any further retreats with different healing & knowledge.
There is no age limit - all ages are welcome to attend our retreats.
Our retreats (and all Bare by Brina events) are queer, lgbtqia2s+ friendly.
Scroll down for all the details of our 2024 Women’s Retreats
Sicily, Italy | June 8-15, 2024
2 spots open
Drop in to total relaxation in our stylish villa on the sea, with the sound of gentle waves as your soundtrack. The spacious interior opens onto lush outdoor areas that include a pool, jacuzzi, and outdoor kitchen. This is your adventure - we provide the options, you choose how your days are shaped. Take part in any of the epic activities we have planned, and spend your free time sunning your beautiful bod, or floating in the sea!
All activities are optional, and you choose how you want to participate. However, the more you put in, the more you get out - we challenge you to step out of your comfort zone!
Rooms are shared. Most contain one double bed, and there are two rooms with single beds available. In our experience, some of the sweetest moments of the retreat are the giggles before bed with your roomie!
After booking your retreat, you will be added to a group Facebook page, so you can get to know and align your travel plans with your new sisters!
Food allergies and preferences will be accommodated.
We will be throwing a welcome dinner where wine, bubbles & cocktails will be served, and will offer a boat excursion where alcoholic beverages will also be served. Aside from these two events, alcohol will not be provided. We have found that for many, alcohol hinders the ability to fully process the healing that can take place on our retreats. For that reason, we will be exploring more embodied ways of moving emotions such as dance, reiki, journaling, and breathwork. While we want to offer an adventurous experience, our retreats are not intended to be “party” trips. If you are interested in hitting the town or going clubbing, we suggest arranging in the Facebook group with some of your future retreat sisters to arrive a few days early or stay a few days after the retreat to get your party on. If you would like to leave the villa in the evenings to explore, we ask that all retreat attendees return to the villa for a midnight curfew.
Investment
The cost of this retreat is $3995.
This cost goes towards your experience, and does not include travel expenses or your photo collection. When it comes to collections, you get to decide how you want to remember your empowerment experience - with an album and wall art, or just digitals!
If you are unable to commit today, but you KNOW in your heart that you belong in our Bare By Brina Retreat Sisterhood, you have the option to fill out the application form and tick the “wait list” box. We will inform you first if any spots open up closer to the retreat date. Manifest, baby!!
You can see all our collections here.
Payment plan options
Pay in full $3995 (plus collection of your choice)
Two payments of $2250, first payment to hold your spot, second payment due January 2024 (plus collection of your choice)
12 payments of $400 (plus collection of your choice)
16 payments of $300 (plus collection of your choice)
18 payments of $275 (plus collection of your choice)
Please scroll to the bottom of this page for the retreat application form. Once selected you will have 48 hours to lock in your spot by paying a retainer fee.
Retreat tickets and payments made are non refundable. If you cannot attend, you are permitted to sell or transfer your spot.
Below is an example of an itinerary for the week, however the final itinerary for this retreat is not yet finalized.
** Flights are not included - you are responsible for your own travel to Sicily, Italy. The nearest airport to us is Catania.
-SAMPLE ITINERARY-
June 8
Retreat starts at 5:30 pm
Snacks and mocktails / cocktails upon arrival
Intention setting
Photo scavenger hunt to get to know your new sisters!
Ice breakers and games
8:00 pm - Welcome dinner - fancy dress!
June 9
8:00 am - Breakfast & journal prompts
Morning yoga
{Theme of the day is Body Image}
Massages
Free time
1:00 pm - 6:00 pm - Coaching call
8:00 pm - Dinner
June 10
5:00 am - Hair and makeup for an attendee photoshoot
6:00 am - Hair and makeup for an attendee photoshoot
8:00 am - Breakfast & journal prompts
{Theme of the day is sexuality}
Wine tasting by boat: Snorkeling and swimming
Spend a fantastic experience immersed in Sicilian tradition and culture on this 3 hour boat tour of Taormina. The adventure will start from the beach before you embark on a relaxing tour of the coast of Taormina. Led by one or more local guides, you will visit all the most important bays and caves. During the tour we will stop in one of the best bays to swim and see the beautiful seabed, thanks to our Snorkeling equipment. The trip will include a pleasant tasting of typical Sicilian wines and liqueurs. We will visit unique and historical places, such as the famous “Isola Bella” and we will also enter into some caves that will enchant your eyes through plays of light.
The tasting includes: 1 glass of red wine, 1 glass of white wine, 1 glass of Prosecco.
Snacks can includes: Sicilian cheeses and salami, nuts, fruit, olives, etc.
8:00 pm - Dinner
June 11
5:00 am - Hair and makeup for an attendee photoshoot
6:00 am - Hair and makeup for an attendee photoshoot
8:00 am - Breakfast & journal prompts
{Theme of the day is money}
Sicilian Cooking class
Participating in a cooking course does not only mean learning new local recipes, but also deepening knowledge of the true culture, customs and habits of a food type.
Starting from the Market, where the most important phase takes place.
Guide to the right qualitative purchase: Selection of “Zero Kilometre” products, knowledge of the freshest seasonal products and deepening knowledge of the various types of use in the kitchen.
-At work!
Back at the restaurant all the participants will participate in the foreground throughout the preparation of Sicilian recipes, in a home-style just as per Sicilian tradition. Starters, first courses and second courses will be created with great family harmony all with a breathtaking view!
-It's ready!
After the preparation, the participants will sit in their seats to start the lunch prepared by them accompanied by two local homemade wines.
-See you later!
Participants will receive a gift and the recipes of the lesson.
June 12
5:00 am - Hair and makeup for an attendee photoshoot
6:00 am - Hair and makeup for an attendee photoshoot
8:00 am - Breakfast & journal prompts
{Theme of the day is dream life}
8:00 pm - Dinner
June 13
5:00 am - Hair and makeup for an attendee photoshoot
6:00 am - Hair and makeup for an attendee photoshoot
Morning yoga
Breakfast & journal prompts
10:00 am - 12:00 pm - Free time
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm - Coaching call
Group shoot- for the group shoot each attendee will need a white piece of lingerie / bathing suit to wear!
Dinner
Goddess Circle - bring something sparkly if it calls to you! Dress in whatever makes YOU feel like a goddess.
Swim under the stars
June 14
5:00 am - Hair and makeup for an attendee photoshoot
6:00 am - Hair and makeup for an attendee photoshoot
Choose your own adventure day:
-Shopping day, venture into town / free time
-or 6 hour volcano hike
Dinner
June 15
8:00 am - Breakfast
9:00 am - Closing circle
Check out is 11am
Ubud, Bali | October 12-19, 2024
1 spot open
Designed by Balinese architect Oka, our accommodation is the ultimate space to connect with nature and embrace the peaceful lifestyle of Ubud. Located amongst the rice fields, with its own river gorge and cave formations, this luxury villa is perfect for connection. With 2 pools, a yoga shala, 9 suites, an on-site chef, and a waterfall on the property, you’ll want for nothing and love everything.
All activities are optional, and you choose how you want to participate. However, the more you put in, the more you get out - we challenge you to step out of your comfort zone!
Rooms are shared. Most contain a king bed, and there are two rooms with single beds available. In our experience, some of the sweetest moments of the retreat are the giggles before bed with your roomie!
After booking your retreat, you will be added to a group Facebook page, so you can get to know and align your travel plans with your new sisters!
Food allergies and preferences will be accommodated.
We will be throwing a welcome dinner where wine, bubbles & cocktails will be served, and will offer a boat excursion where alcoholic beverages will also be served. Aside from these two events, alcohol will not be provided. We have found that for many, alcohol hinders the ability to fully process the healing that can take place on our retreats. For that reason, we will be exploring more embodied ways of moving emotions such as dance, reiki, journaling, and breathwork. While we want to offer an adventurous experience, our retreats are not intended to be “party” trips. If you are interested in hitting the town or going clubbing, we suggest arranging in the Facebook group with some of your future retreat sisters to arrive a few days early or stay a few days after the retreat to get your party on. If you would like to leave the villa in the evenings to explore, we ask that all retreat attendees return to the villa for a midnight curfew.
Investment
The cost of this retreat is $2995.
This cost goes towards your experience, and does not include travel expenses or your photo collection. When it comes to collections, you get to decide how you want to remember your empowerment experience - with an album and wall art, or just digitals!
If you are unable to commit today, but you KNOW in your heart that you belong in our Bare By Brina Retreat Sisterhood, you have the option to fill out the application form and tick the “wait list” box. We will inform you first if any spots open up closer to the retreat date. Manifest, baby!!
You can see all of our collections here.
Payment plan options
Pay in full $2995 (plus collection of your choice)
Two payments of $1750, first payment to hold your spot, second payment due January 2024 (plus collection of your choice)
12 payments of $316 (plus collection of your choice)
16 payments of $237 (plus collection of your choice)
18 payments of $222 (plus collection of your choice)
Please scroll to the bottom of this page for the retreat application form. Once selected you will have 48 hours to lock in your spot by paying a retainer fee.
Retreat tickets and payments made are non refundable. If you cannot attend, you are permitted to sell or transfer your spot.
Below is an example of an itinerary for the week, however the final itinerary for this retreat is not yet finalized.
** Flights are not included - you are responsible for your own travel to Ubud, Bali. Fly to Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) in Bali
-SAMPLE ITINERARY-
October 12
Retreat starts at 4:30 pm
Snacks and mocktails / cocktails upon arrival
Intention setting
Photo scavenger hunt to get to know your new sisters!
Ice breakers and games
Welcome Dinner - fancy dress!
October 13
8:00 am Breakfast & journal prompts
Morning yoga
{Theme of the day is Body Image}
Massages
Free time
1:00 pm - 6:00 pm - Coaching call
8:00 pm - Dinner
October 14
5:00 am - Hair and makeup for an attendee photoshoot
6:00 am - Hair and makeup for an attendee photoshoot
8:00 am - Breakfast & journal prompts
{Theme of the day is sexuality}
Full day of adventures
-Monkey Forest Sanctuary
-Ubud Market
-Ubud Palace
-Saraswati Temple
8:00 pm - Dinner
October 15
5:00 am - Hair and makeup for an attendee photoshoot
6:00 am - Hair and Makeup for an attendee photoshoot
8:00 am - Breakfast & journal prompts
{Theme of the day is money}
Today we are waterfall chasing, so pack some cute outfits / bathing suits because each of these places are must see’s in Bali!
-Lempuyang Temple
-Tirta Gangga
-Tukad Cepung Waterfall
-Jungle swing (1 hour)
-Tegallalang
Dinner
October 16
5:00 am - Hair and makeup for an attendee photoshoot
6:00 am - Hair and makeup for an attendee photoshoot
8:00 am - Breakfast & journal prompts
{Theme of the day is dream life}
Beach day adventures!
8:00 pm - Dinner
October 17
5:00 am - Hair and makeup for an attendee photoshoot
6:00 am - Hair and makeup for an attendee photoshoot
Morning yoga
Breakfast & Journal Prompts
10 am - 12:00 pm - Free time
12 pm - 3pm - Coaching call
Group shoot- for the group shoot each attendee will need a green piece of lingerie / bathing suit to wear!
Dinner
Goddess Circle - bring something sparkly if it feels right! Dress in whatever makes YOU feel like a goddess
Swim under the stars
October 18
5:00 am - Hair and makeup for an attendee photoshoot
6:00 am - Hair and makeup for an attendee photoshoot
Choose your own adventure day:
-Boat tour
-or chill and hang at the villa
8:00 pm - Dinner
October 19
8:00 am - Breakfast
9:00 am - Closing circle
Check out is 11am
Before I became a photographer, travel was my greatest passion. I wasn’t ready to travel on my own at first, so I’d randomly collect people to be my travel companions. I’d pay for friends who couldn’t afford it, because it felt good and I wanted someone to share the experience with.
Eventually, I got more comfortable and began traveling alone. Inspired by my boldness, I started getting messages from internet friends or friends of friends, asking when my next trip was and if they could come along. They, too, were new to travel and didn’t want to go it alone, but were thirsty for the adventure - so I collected more beautiful souls into my travel tribe.
When I found my second greatest passion, boudoir photography, I began to see the world differently. I wanted to break free from the experience of hating my body. That’s when I began my journey back to myself. took courses from incredible mentors, and learned to cope with the trauma that lived in my body in a healthy way. I wanted to share what I learned, and naturally began offering empowerment strategies to other women - which only made me fall more in love with my vessel. I became proof that the body is not a “problem” to be solved, and that life doesn’t have to be lived in a state of hating the skin you’re in.
You don’t need to change and you don’t need to lose weight to make the shift into self-love. There was a time when I existed in a much smaller body, and I hated that body. Now, I love every part of my body and live a life in celebration of it.
When you learn the right techniques and put in the work to change the way you exist within your vessel, and when you surround yourself with a supportive community, magic begins to shimmer all around you. It’s a journey with no end, and it’s not linear, but it starts when we make the decision to come together. Together, we are powerful. Together, we heal.
When you mix in a beautiful, luxurious location, connecting over adventure and incredible experiences and being totally pampered, that magic gets even sparklier! This is the place where Bare by Brina empowerment retreats were born. A need for connection, healing, adventuring and deep belly laughs among sisterhood.
XO, Brina
We can’t wait to have you babe.
“what’s the greatest lesson a women should learn?
that since day one. she’s already had everything she needs within herself. it’s the world that convinced her she did not.”
-rupi kaur