Welcome to Cedarvale, Saugeen Shore's premier Wilderness Contrast Therapy & Wellness Studio. Our mission is to cultivate a thriving wellness community in a nurturing environment where individuals can safely embrace the transformative power of traditional Hot & Cold Contrast Therapy through our exceptional woodburning barrel saunas and invigorating cold plunges.
At Cedarvale, we go beyond the physical benefits of Contrast Therapy. Our range of services includes rejuvenating somatic breathwork, sound bath immersion, forest bathing, yoga, fascial maneuvers, life coaching and the option for private bookings tailored to customized
events and day retreats.
Immerse yourself in our specially-crafted breathwork journeys, thoughtfully designed to deepen your connection with yourself, release stress and help you manifest the life of your dreams. Each session will leave you feeling uplifted, rejuvenated, and harmoniously at peace.
Discover the transformative experience awaiting you at Cedarvale – where nature's wisdom and ancient practices converge to create a sanctuary to being Cedarvale Well.
Spring through fall, come and enjoy our Contrast Café and beautiful grounds. Grab a cup of our delicious, custom-roasted Contrast Coffee, a SmileWellness juices (including our exclusive and delicious Contrast blend), power protein shake and light, healthy snacks. Bring a friend, a book, or journal. Grab a chair, picnic table, blanket, hammock or lounger and relax, reset and
reconnect in this unforgettable wilderness setting – a place to feed your soul.
Retreats, Workshops, Classes & Passes
YOGA for all ages and skill levels
We have yoga designed for all skill levels on Monday evenings at 7 - 8 pm with
Sherri Pestill. The class is gentle in nature and are designed for beginners, people with limited mobility due to injury or surgery, so simple those who are looking for a relaxing, yet stimulating experience that brings peace and clarity to the mind and body. Optional express hot/cold contrast session, 8 - 9 pm.
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We also offer a fun, vibrant and funky Buti Yoga class Thursday night, 7 - 8 pm with optional express hot/cold contrast session to follow, 8 - 9 pm., starting Jun 15th at 2:30 pm. Led by Emily Griffin, Buti Yoga combines flowing yoga sequences with cardio-infused movement to upbeat music, functional strength, and deep core conditioning to awaken energy, build resilience, and release stress. Pulse & Plunge option every other Sundays too!
Book through our online calendar here:
IGNITE & FLOW
Step into the elements. Awaken your vitality. Transform your state.
Join us Saturday mornings for IGNITE & FLOW, a soul-stirring
Elemental Rhythm Breathwork journey combined with a powerful
hot/cold contrast therapy session, designed to help you reset your
nervous system, boost resilience, and reconnect with your most
aligned, alive self.
In the first 1.5 hrs of this immersive experience, you’ll be guided
through a deeply transformational Elemental Rhythm Breathwork,
by certified facilitator, Sherri Pestill. This is a dynamic practice
that uses music, movement, breath, and intention to release
emotional blocks, calm the mind, and activate deep inner clarity.
Whether you’re seeking healing, insight, or energy, this practice meets you exactly where you are—and elevates you. Then, we move into the contrast circuit—cycling between our wood-fired sauna and cold plunge pools, all set against the serene, healing backdrop of our forest sanctuary.
Contrast therapy offers profound benefits, including:
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Improved circulation & detoxification
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Enhanced immunity & reduced inflammation
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Increased mental clarity & stress resilience
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Boosted metabolism & energy levels
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A natural dopamine surge & mood elevation
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A sense of grounded presence like no other
Together, breath and contrast therapy ignite a full-body reset, recalibrating your physical, emotional, and energetic systems.
Who is this for? Anyone seeking greater vitality, focus, emotional release, or a deeper connection to self and nature. All levels welcome—come as you are.
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JOURNEY TO SELF
Our Journey to Self overnight retreat takes place November 1 - 2, 2025. If you're
looking for a beautiful way to expand your self-development, understanding
and healing, this one's foryou.
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Embark on an adventure of self-discovery, healing, and transformation. A profoundly
moving 2-day retreat designed to help you find clarity, self-love, and a deeper
understanding of your life's path. This exploration provides an opportunity
for deep introspection, heightened awareness, clearing of heavy emotions,
decreased body tension, an increase in self-worth and self-acceptance, and inner
peace. This experience will guide you through anintrospective and eye-opening
pilgramage of your inner world.
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This 2-day journey also includes hot/cold contrast therapy, soundbath, Reiki, intention setting,
catered meals, bonfires and more. Guests will camp onsite or stay in the wellness studio
overnight. You will be asked for your birth information as our lead facilitator, Leanne Kavanagh
is a certified astrologer and she will provide you with some key information regarding your
energies at the time of this immersion to help you set meaningful intentions and receive
the answers you may be looking for during and after, your journey.​​​​​​​​​ Tommi Hanley, a certified
life coach, will also help with the integration process, helping you to navigate your journey
forward.​​​
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Pulse & Plunge
Buti Yoga + Contrast Therapy
A 2.5-hour guided experience at Cedarvale Wellbeing 1 hour of Buti Yoga — tribal movement,
deep sweat, full-body release. 1.5 hours of guided, free-flow contrast therapy — alternating
between wood-burning cedar sauna & cold plunge cycles to calm your nervous system,
boost recovery, improve cardio-vascular health and immunity and leave you glowing.
This is movement that moves you.
Buti Yoga combines flowing yoga sequences with cardio-infused movement to upbeat music, functional strength, and a deep core conditioning to awaken energy, build resilience, and release stress. Each class is designed to help you tune into your body, break a sweat, and feel fully present — no perfection needed. Expect a music-driven flow that invites you to move intuitively, sweat intentionally, and reconnect with your body in a bold, empowering way. All levels are welcome. Whether you're just starting or seasoned in your practice, you'll be supported every step of the way. Expect sweat, smiles, and serious post-class glow. This isn’t just a class — it’s a full-body ritual.
Move. Breathe. Chill. Reset.
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Cold Water Therapy
Immerse yourself in the extraordinary benefits of cold therapy at Cedarvale Wellbeing, and unlock the potential of this invigorating practice for your physical recovery, mental clarity, and overall well-being.
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Reduced Inflammation
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Muscle Recovery and Pain Relief
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Increased Circulation
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Enhanced Athletic Performance
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Boosted Immune System
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Increased Metabolism and Fat Burning -
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Improved Sleep Quality
Sauna Therapy
Immerse yourself in the incredible benefits of heat therapy at Cedarvale Wellbeing, and experience the transformative power it can bring to your mind, body, and spirit.
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Breathwork & Meditation
Embark on a transformative journey of breathwork at Cedarvale Wellbeing, where our expert practitioners will guide you in harnessing the profound benefits of conscious breathing for your mind, body, and spirit.
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Stress Reduction and Relaxation
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Increased Energy and Vitality
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Emotional Release and Healing
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Enhanced Mental Clarity and Focus
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Improved Sleep and Relaxation
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Increased Self-Awareness and Mindfulness
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Release of Physical Tension and Pain
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Emotional Balance and Well-being
Yoga
We offer weekly gentle yoga classes for all levels, including beginners,..
Yoga connects body, breath and mind.
Physical postures, breathing exercises and meditation improve overall health. Yoga improves flexibility, increases muscle strength and tone, enhances energy and vitality and supports improved cardio and circulatory health. It can also help manage pain and reduce stres..
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If you've always wanted to try yoga, this
is your time!
Sound Bath Immersion
Step into a world of tranquility and transformation with this deeply restorative sound bath immersion. During this unique experience, you'll enjoy the soothing, harmonious tones of crystal singing bowls, gongs, and other therapeutic instruments.
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This immersive experience will:
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Reduce stress and anxiety, allowing you to reconnect with your inner peace.
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Enhance mental clarity and emotional balance by clearing stagnant energy.
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Improve sleep quality through deep relaxation.
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Support physical healing by stimulating the body’s natural restorative processes.
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Raise your vibration, leaving you feeling uplifted, aligned, and rejuvenated.
Coaching
Tommi Hanley is a Certified Life Coach, Cold Water Therapy Coach and Breathwork Facilitator. She specializes in shifting mindset and belief systems and breaking cycles of generational behaviour.. Equipped with 19 years of sobriety, Tommi is also a Certified Sobriety Coach for those who struggle with addiction, or, have a loved one who is. She understands the journey of recovery. and has helped many achieve sobriety.
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Committing to a new way of living is just that – a commitment. It's a big and takes desire, willingness and dedication. Tommi's is dedicated to providing unwavering guidance, understanding and support. She works with you to shift your energetic alignment to generate joy, contentment and
passion in your life.
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