The Slow Living Retreat
Discover the Blue Zone Secrets
Step into a luxurious three-day retreat designed for rejuvenation and recovery—an opportunity to slow down, exhale, and connect with a community that shares your passion for wellness. Curated by SP8CE, experts in transformative wellness experiences - a proud partner of Sage + Sound and 1 Hotel Central Park.
April 25th, 2025 - April 28th, 2025
What's Included
Premier Wellness Program with Renowned Experts
3 nights in a City Lounge King Room
Nourishing seasonal, clean meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Specialty Sage + Sound Treatments:
1 x Optimizing IV: The Beauty Elixir
2 x Reflexology Treatments
2 x Massage Treatments
Therabody Reset Lounge
Exclusive in-room wellness kit feat. ALO, LINNE, Therabody
Helps elevate your hair, skin and nails. Radiate from the inside out with B-Complex, Biotin and Glutathione. Can also be adjusted and customized.
Experience the ultimate lymphatic massage with our head-to-toe lymphatic treatment. Combining manual sculpting + the buccal method, this treatment releases excess fluids, reduces puffiness + enhances your glow. Pre-recorded breathwork session featuring Nicholas Pratley sets the tone for the session, guiding you to a deeper sense of relaxation and release. Sound therapy + healing crystals seal the practice.
Rooted in ancient India + infused with Ayurvedic + Chinese medicine principles, Thai massage is often described as assisted yoga. Through stretching, pulling + pressing, Thai massage enhances energy flow + releases both physical + mental stress, providing true holistic rejuvenation. This unique technique forgoes oils + is conducted in relaxed clothing on a sumptuous futon. A live immersive Sound Experience deepens the physical and mindful experience.
Experience the healing power of massage with one of Sage + Sound’s superior massage therapists. The blend of Swedish techniques with acupressure, trigger point therapy, deep compression + deep kneading will leave you feeling restored and grounded.
Harmonize your body’s energy pathways with reflexology, a time-honored practice rooted in traditional healing arts. By applying precise pressure to mapped reflex zones, this therapy clears energetic blockages, enhances vitality, and supports the body's natural ability to heal. A deeply grounding experience that restores balance, renews your inner flow, and invites you to embrace wellness, your way.
The Results
Feel lighter, clearer, and deeply restored. This urban staycation is designed to help you reset—mind, body, and spirit.
Rebalance your nervous system with Blue Zone-inspired practices. Gain fresh perspectives through thought-provoking conversations blending neuroscience and personal growth.
Release stress and restore vitality.
The Experts
Wendy Suzki, Neuroscientist & Mental Health Expert
With one of the most watched TED Talks of all time to her credit, Wendy is best known for her extensive work studying areas in the brain critical for our ability to form and retain new long-term memories. More recently her work has focused on understanding how aerobic exercise can be used to improve learning, memory, and higher cognitive abilities in humans.
Daria Burke, Thought Leader & Author
A highly accomplished business leader and investor turned author, Daria is a multiplier of ideas and people, helping individuals expand to their highest potential. We explore her newly released book, a part memoir, part methodology exploration entitled, Of My Own Making, a soulful and scientific examination of the power to shape one’s destiny.
Tina Jackson, Movement Expert
Tina Jackson is a classically trained dancer and world-class performer who has appeared on stage with global names including Beyoncé. A fitness leader, model, creative and movement curator, she seeks truth and wisdom via intentional movement. Her work has been instrumental in revealing deep change through dance, yoga and Pilates - invoking a sense of liberation, authenticity, and creative expression for a renewed sense of self and power.
Jackie Stewart, Meditation Expert
Jackie Stewart is a meditation teacher and mindfulness coach who’s introspective nature and fascination with interpersonal relationships has guided her journey. Based in New York City, she holds a Master’s degree from NYU’s School of Culture, Education, and Human Development and has B.A.s in Communication Studies and Leadership in Organization. Jackie shares wisdom, mindfulness, and her Buddah nature effortlessly, lovingly and gracefully.
The Leader
Energy
Nicholas Pratley, NLP Therapist
Nicholas Pratley is a licensed Neuro-Linguistic Programming Therapist, Master Energy Practitioner, Breathwork Expert, and founder of SP8CE. With over 20 years experience, as a dynamic leader in the field of wellness and transformation, reconnecting people to their true personal power and profoundly shifting culture through his body of work, Luminous Energetics.
Sage + Sound Lounge at 1 Hotel
NYC’s newest luxury wellness destination. We are quieting the noise of an overwhelming industry. By carving out a space that simplifies the act of discovery, Sage + Sound guides individuals towards creating their own self-care routine that fits their unique needs, lifestyle and preferences. Welcome to wellness your way.
Sample Day
RISE, FULFILL, INSPIRE
8:00 am | Enjoy a slow rise with your exclusive In-room Wellness Kit featuring ALO, LINNE, Therabody
8:30 am | Calming, Cleansing & Gratitude Practice
Biofield Breathwork Meditation with Nicholas Pratley
9:00 am | Nourishing Seasonal Breakfast with discussion on slow living
10:00 am | Conscious Conversation with neuroscientist Wendy Suzuki
11:30 am | Mindful Movement with Tina Jackson
1:00 pm | Mindful Eating Lunch Experience with discussion on Blue Zones
2:00 pm | Restful Afternoon Time
REST, CONNECT, RELISH
Enjoy your Therabody Reset Lounge for rest & recovery
A relaxing Retreat Family walk in Central Park
6:00 pm | Grounding Buddhist Meditation with Jackie Stewart
7:00 pm | Gather for an exquisite Dinner at Jams, 1 Hotel’s premier restaurant
8:00 pm | Enjoy a slow rest with your exclusive In-room Wellness Kit featuring ALO, LINNE, Therabody
*Please note while this is an accurate representation, this sample schedule may be subject to change
THE WELLNESS GAME IS ABOUT TO CHANGE.
Leave the world behind as you enjoy the long weekend, Friday night through Monday morning, and emerge refreshed.
Your Slow Living Retreat package allows you to completely unplug - not having to think, plan, or worry - simply unwind and receive.
Blue Zones are geographic areas where communities exhibit considerably lower rights of chronic disease and longer life expectancy between Diet movement, community ritual, and other old age practices. Blue Zones are considered a powerful and dynamic lifestyle. At the Slow Living Retreat, we implement evidence-based solutions to support you living optimally and longer.
Spring weather at this time of year is beautiful. The days are becoming lovely and warm. The evenings are cool and beautiful. The perfect weather for your staycation in New York City.
Daily Average: 62 F/42 C
Average Rainfall: 3.78 in
Average Snowfall: 0
We will be enjoying connection, restoration and lounging more of the time. We suggest whatever feels most comfortable and relaxed.
We will do a movement class per day so you may want a couple workout outfits.
Definitely bring some walking shoes in case we go for a walk in the park together.
Sage+Sound will be connecting with you directly closer to the retreat time. Don't worry we will take great care of you.
We got you! We will supply everything you need and more. Just come ready to receive and enjoy.
Other than toiletries, comfortable clothing and anything else that may feel supportive, we got you. Feel free to travel light!
We will share your official schedule on arrival but you can see a sample schedule on The Slow Living Retreat page.
Check in is 4:00 PM and checkout is 12:00 PM. We will be ready and waiting.
Rates are all inclusive and per person. Rates include room, all meals, premier wellness, program, treatments, and gratuities.
We welcome payment in full to reserve your place. Reservations cannot be confirmed until total payment is made.
This retreat is non-refundable. We ask you to consider your choice wisely.
We are excited to welcome you to 1 Central Park.
The address is 1414 6th Avenue, New York, NY, 10019
YES. This is going to be magical.
We can not be held responsible for overwhelming states of gratitude, inspiration and joy. Nor can we be held liable for the forming of life long friendships, sense of family and belonging.
