Agenda

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM     

Arriving Early? We invite you to experience the iconic Colorado Springs resort where personalized luxury offers an escape from the ordinary. 

For your convenience, we have blocked spa treatment times during the day on Wednesday. All IWF members who book spa services will also receive a special gift.

Please note spa services are not included in the IWF retreat fee and must be booked directly through the Broadmoor. Details of how to book will be provided in your confirmation email. 

Relax - Spa Treatments 

Embark on an extraordinary journey of rejuvenation, balance, and pure relaxation at the Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Spa at the Broadmoor. Skilled spa practitioners honor the tradition of the Broadmoor with restorative treatments that are tailored to address the unique needs and wellness goal of every guest in a luxurious yet serene setting. 
 

6:30 - 8:30 PM 

Opening Reception - West Ballroom

Reunite with your dear IWF sisters from around the globe after nearly two years of being apart. Cozy up next to the fire to the songs of Colorado icon John Denver performed by a tribute artist and connect with new and old friends. Use this time to set your intentions for the wellness retreat over the next day. 

7:00 - 7:45 AM

Reenergize - Breathing and Meditation Class - West Ballroom

Experience the healing of self-awareness, focus, mindfulness and the breath's energy, to increase physical healing, an alert mind, inner peace and the power within you that responds to stress, illness, pain and fear. Yoga mats will be provided, and participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing.

8:00 - 9:00 AM

Breakfast - Rocky Mountain Ballroom C

9:00 - 9:05 AM

Retreat Welcome - Rocky Mountain Ballroom A and B

Helen Rule, President, IWF Global Board (IWF Australia) 

Karen Caplan, President & CEO of Frieda's Specialty Produce (IWF Southern California), Retreat Emcee 

9:05 - 9:50 AM

Pillar 1 - Mind Over Matter: The Importance of Cognitive Health  

Dr. Kate Zhong, MD, Director of Innovation, Department of Brain Health, University of Nevada, Las Vegas (IWF Nevada)  

How does your mind help keep your body strong? How does your physical health impact cognitive health? Improving brain health is pivotal to overall wellbeing and reducing the risk of cognitive decline. Together, we’ll discover the tactics and lifestyle changes that will booster the resiliency of the brain, enhance cognitive capacity, and optimize leadership.  
 

9:50 - 10:00 AM

Coffee/Stretch Break 1

10:00 – 10:45 AM

Pillar 2 - Move! The Preventative Power of Exercise   

Dr. Alyssa Semones, PT, DPT, CSCS, Healthy Baller

Exercise is one of the most important aspects of preventative care. Effectively incorporating movement into our daily lives allows us to minimize the potential for injury, and has positive benefits on the mind, body, and soul. We will explore the nexus between movement, overall wellbeing, and long-term health. 
 

10:45 – 10:55 AM

Coffee/Stretch Break 2

10:55 – 11:40 AM

Pillar 3 - The Importance of Creativity for Overall Health and Regeneration 

Dr. Desiree Cox, MD, PhD, CEO, ArtRegen and BioPep (IWF Bahamas)  

In the midst of increasingly disruptive times, art offers us a pathway to imagination, self-awareness and resilience. Our creative potential is limitless! As beholders and makers of art, the creative arts can become both a canvas for joy and self-expression, and the event horizon for openness and personal transformation. There is creativity in all of us. Together we’ll explore how art centers us along our leadership journeys and challenges us to think, feel, and respond.  
 

11:40 AM – 12:45 PM

Lunch - Rocky Mountain Ballroom C

12:45 – 1:30 PM 

Pillar 4 - Intimacy and Wellness  

Dr. Pepper Schwartz, Professor, University of Washington, Principal, Married at First Sight (IWF Washington State)  

As the isolation imposed by our current environment leaves us longing for greater and deeper relationships, we find ourselves seeking way to navigate intimacy and human connection. This intimate, open, and honest conversation around sexual health and intimate wellbeing will help us shed light on the powerful emotional needs in our lives.  
 

1:30 – 5:00 PM

Experience the Broadmoor

We are thrilled for IWF members to experience the Broadmoor, the legendary Forbes-Star and AAA Five-Diamond resort, where the spirit of the West inspires the adventurer within. 

This afternoon has been reserved for Broadmoor activities, including spa treatments. Details of how to book the options below will be provided in your confirmation email. 

Relax - Spa Treatments 

Embark on an extraordinary journey of rejuvenation, balance and pure relaxation at the Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Spa at the Broadmoor. Skilled spa practitioners honor the tradition of the Broadmoor with restorative treatments that are tailored to address the unique needs and wellness goal of every guest in a luxurious yet serene setting. All IWF members who book spa services will also receive a special gift. Please note spa services are not included in the IWF retreat fee and must be booked directly through the Broadmoor. Details of how to book will be provided in your confirmation email. 

Explore - Canyon Hike 

Navigate the picturesque mountain surroundings on a 1.5 hour moderate, privately-led hike amongst some of the grandest scenery Colorado has to offer. The hike will depart at 2:00 pm on Thursday, February 10 from Broadmoor West. Participants are encouraged to dress in layers and wear hiking boots. We are pleased to offer this complimentary hike exclusively for IWF members 

Play - Golfing 

The Broadmoor’s legendary golf links feature stunning views of Pikes Peak and an array of challenges for golfers of all levels. Whether you are teeing off on the tree-lined fairways of the East Course or navigating the hazards of the West Course, each sets the stage for an unprivileged golf experience. Weather pending there is a complimentary green fee during the month of February (cart not included).

Looking for more? 

If you’re looking for more of what the Broadmoor has to offer, please click here to view the full activity offerings, including falconry and Zip-lining.

6:30 – 7:00 PM

Pre-Dinner Reception - Rocky Mountain Ballroom Foyer

7:00 – 9:30 PM

Dinner - Rocky Mountain Ballroom

Reflect on your experience at the Broadmoor with a dinner complete with Dine Around-style seating to spark new friendships with IWF sisters from around the globe. Close out the evening with one of the most important pieces of movement – dancing. 

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM    

Fond Farewells

Depart the Broadmoor feeling inspired and renewed. 

For your convenience, we have blocked spa treatment times on Friday. All IWF members who book spa services will also receive a special gift.

Please note spa services are not included in the IWF retreat fee and must be booked directly through the Broadmoor. Details of how to book will be provided in your confirmation email. 

Looking for more? 

If you’re looking for more of what the Broadmoor has to offer, please click here to view the full activity offerings, including falconry and Zip-lining.