The Haven

I attend a program there every summer and it's awesome. The place is dope and the program is basically a 10/10.

I have just completed the Fall Yoga Immersion at The Haven with Kelly Price and it was the most wonderful experience. I went seeking to explore a deeper path into my body and to living from my heart and this program came at the right time in the right place and with the most wonderful people. The content of this course is impressive. The work was so comprehensive not only encompassing mind body and soul but enabling us to leave at the end with hugely practical and achievable ideas and inspiration for daily practises aligning ourselves to our most truest self and intention and connecting both inner and outer worlds. Kelly is an intuitive and superb teacher, guide and support with a wealth and depth of knowledge and I felt truly held throughout. A beautiful experience I can most highly recommend. With gratitude Kxxxx

The Come Alive was a true 'defibrillation' for me - I was able to gain access to my emotions and body-felt experience after being numb and 'in my head' for many years prior. This was over three years ago, and the transformation I experienced has enabled me to grow exponentially, both personally and professionally. I recommend it to anyone seeking more for their overall quality of life.

After decades being an unconscious, dysfunctional victim, my Haven experiences in the early 1990's became the basis of my embracing choice and embracing life. The venue, accommodation, food, staff, interns, facilitators, participants and ultimately the programs contributed to my transformation and are part of my self-awareness .... lasting change (most days)!

If you're looking for a safe place to look inside yourself and let whatever out that needs to be let out.. here's the place. They don't push you, they offer you a space and provide guidance. Accommodations were great and the staff was amazing and a big wow to the food.

The Haven is the most amazing, beautiful and nurturing place. If I had the ability to rate higher than 5 stars, rest assured, I would do so without any hesitation. I did a 6 day program there very recently, and loved every minute of it. Quick breakdown: 1) Location - lovely, quiet and scenic Gabriola island is a perfect place for self-discovery, transformative learning and nurturing. 2) Accommodations - I opted for an shared option, and was not disappointed. All facilities are very close to each other, and there is parking if you are driving. I had lots of space, and met a new friend by sharing a room. It was a great experience. There are spaces/lodges/walks/etc if you need time to yourself. 3) Food - amazing. Lots of options and very accommodating of individual dietary choices, without sacrificing flavour/quality. Very creative meals; there was always something different for each meal, each day of the week. 4) Program/Leadership - fantastic. I won't spoil anything here, suffice to say that it was remarkable and worth every penny. 5) Atmosphere - everyone at the Haven makes you feel like you are home. Helpful, kind and welcoming. Big thumbs up. 6) Bodywork/Massage - yes, yes and yes. Completes the experience of being at the Haven and compliments the program. I highly recommend trying something that speaks to you. 7) Getting there - I live in Surrey, BC, so the most logical option was to take two ferries (Tsawwassen - Duke Point, then Nanaimo - Gabriola) and bring my vehicle. This worked fairly well, but in the future, I would most likely opt for leaving the car at home. The island is small, and there are frequently groups wanting to explore during the day, so it is easy to make new connections and carpool. (Cost and environmentally-friendly!) There is a shuttle that can pick program participants up from the Gabriola ferry. (That said, it's not a long walk to the Haven - about 25 mins.) All in all, I am very happy with my visit. I highly recommend this place to anyone who is looking to discover more about themselves, how we communicate and live with others and create wonderful connections and memories. I will definitely be back. Thank you to everyone at the Haven!

- Shared on behalf of guest Recently my brother, Todd Naylor, who is a quadriplegic, my mother, Denise Naylor, 95 years old with dementia, and myself, Lisa Naylor Barker, needed a place to get away to while a heat pump was installed in their home in Maple Bay. With short notice, I was able to make a reservation at the Haven for a wheelchair accessible suite suitable for my brother to use. My brother’s accident happened 37 years ago and since that time has never been on a vacation. So began the Naylor getaway adventure! I have been fortunate to have visited the Haven years ago, but this was my mother and brother’s first visit to Gabriola. The 2 days we spent at the Haven was truly magical. They spent every moment they could on the sun deck watching the ocean and breathing in the wonderful air. It’s hard to describe how happy I was just to see my family so relaxed and entranced with the Haven. Mom counted geese and ferries. There was always people and dogs on the beach and kayakers on the water. There never was a dull moment passing by our view. I love to see how these 2 special people enjoy the simple things so much! Life moves along quickly but the time we spent together at the Haven will remain in my memory as one of the most special of times. The Haven, as ever, provided me with a safe, peaceful place to be with my family. The staff were so welcoming and helpful in getting all the items needed to make everyone comfortable. Many thank you’ s to all at the Haven.

My partner and I went to the Couples Alive retreat at The Haven in April 2022. We were offered simple yet powerful tools through group and couple-focused work. The facilitators were grounded, practical, humble and very accessible - no "woo-woo" stuff. We were supported to examine how we communicate and set boundaries, how we fall into power-struggles, and we were provided effective ways of stepping out of habitual patterns of relating. Most of all, I walked away with a deeper sense of compassion for myself and my partner - which has renewed my capacity to show up in our relationship with both curiosity and humility. Also, the food... so unbelievably delicious. I would recommend The Haven to ANYONE.