Nubia Wellness and Healing (NWAH CIC) presents:

EEC(SM) Luxury Retreat: 11 March 2027 - 15 March 2027.

Fantastic feedback from 2026:

• 'The Retreat content and facilitation was absolutely FANTASTIC. I look forward to taking part annually'. (Retired Nurse, Midlands, UK)

• 'Was great to be a part of this. So much learning and reflection to continue'. (Educational Psychologist from North-West, UK)

• 'Was overwhelmed with teachings, tutor knowledge and friendliness from all involved'. (Therapist from Midlands, UK).

• 'Phenomenal experience, highly skilled facilitators - a fun, deep, and restorative experience that will stay with me forever. The programme was well structured with plenty of time for socialisation balanced with rest and relaxation. The content was profound and the skill of the facilitators made sure it did not feel too heavy. The organisation of the trip was well done and it was very stress free'. (Clinical Psychologist, London, UK).

New for 2027

• A strong core programme returns, with new material integrated.

• Refined schedule with more space for rest, reflection and enjoying the facilities.

• Deluxe rooms available (extra cost)

• Luggage assistance available (extra cost may apply, confirm at booking)

A Safer Space for People of African Ancestry to Rest, Heal and Thrive despite racial trauma.

Facilitated by Dr Erica Mapule McInnis (Chartered Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Trained EEC SM facilitator).

• Limited capacity.

• Payment plans available

Take yourself to experience emotional healing in a luxury environment in Lincolnshire (U.K) for 5-days/ 4-nights. You are worth it!

Please note, this retreat runs from 3pm Thursday 11 March 2027, to 3.30pm Monday 15 March 2027.

What is an EEC(SM)

Emotional Emancipation Circles (EECs) are facilitated groups designed to help heal and recover from racial trauma.

Originated by the Community Healing Network (CHN) and developed with the Association of Black Psychologists (ABPsi), EECs are liberatory spaces where Black people share stories to deepen their understanding of self-worth, relationships, and communities.

Together, we learn essential emotional wellness skills to help us be our best as individuals and as a community. In EEC(SM)s we

• Learn together

• Read quotes together

• Watch film clips together

• Dance together

• Share stories and

• Practice emotional regulation skills.

Together we go from the blues to the sky blue of possibilities

Rooted in the best of traditional African culture we develop cultural pride and enhance our spiritual resilience.

Who is this retreat aimed at?

• Adults of African ancestry (18 years and over) (Black people) including those of multiple heritage

• Executives, professionals, leaders, educators, and trainees/ students seeking nurturing and replenishment in a luxury environment

• Those experiencing Black fatigue (Winters 2020). Physical, mental, and spiritual exhaustion experienced by Black people due to systemic racism, repeated aggressions, and the constant need to navigate racial injustice. It encompasses stress from encountering racial violence and/ or our awareness and the burden of having to constantly prove one's worth.

• Those open to incorporating the energy of our elders, ancestors, the spirit, a higher power, a creator, the universe etc; as part of their healing journey.

Dress Code:

We welcome African attire alongside Eurocentric attire for this retreat. Dress how you feel comfortable. Please bring comfortable clothes for stretching or a mindful walking activity. Please bring swimwear if you wish to use the hot tubs and saunas.

Full Indicative Schedule to follow

What’s Included

• Full Emotional Emancipation Circle (EEC SM) healing programme for recovery from racial trauma for people of African ancestry. You will be guided through the 7 Keys to unlock healing.

• 4-nights luxury accommodation in a Spa Hotel. (All rooms en-suite)

• Access to on-site wellness spa (Spa treatments available to book at extra cost)

• Gym, Squash and Tennis court available 

• Jaccuzzi and sauna 

• Dedicated private meeting and evening dining space for our group (intimate & confidential)

• Meals: daily breakfast, lunch, dinner + refreshments during sessions.

• Daily soulful moments & reflections

• African inspired movement

• Free Time (to unwind relax and enjoy the spa facilities)

• Pre-retreat meetings

• Retreat brochure

• Insured

Optional add-on:

• Wellness/ Resilience Toolkit Workbook to use and take home (optional purchase)

• EEC(SM) Guidebook (optional purchase)

• Guarantee of Deluxe Room (room includes bath robes, coffee machine, enhanced room fixtures and fittings, higher floor).

Travel - not included

Our retreat venue is located in the beautiful Lincolnshire countryside and is easily accessible by train or car:

• By Train
  

  • London → ~ 1 hour and 10 minutes (train + short taxi)

  • Manchester → ~2.5 – 3 hours (train + short taxi)

  • Birmingham → ~2 - 2.5 hours (train + short taxi)

  • Nearest train station: Grantham Train Station (approx. 12 minutes by taxi to the venue). If arriving by train, please let us know your arrival and departure times so we can help you coordinate taxis, if possible.
    

• By Road (traffic dependent)
  

  • London → ~3 hrs

  • Manchester → ~2.5 hours

  • Birmingham → ~1.5–2 hours

  •  Plenty of free on-site parking is available.

Please note: you are responsible for arranging and covering the cost of your own travel to and from the retreat. Full travel details will be provided after booking.

Please note:

• This retreat runs 3pm Thursday 11 March 2027 to 3.30pm on Monday 15 March 2027.

• This retreat is in part subsidised by a grant from The Baobab Foundation due to their commitment to healing from racial trauma. This is sophistication.

• We have a safeguarding policy for your added protection in keeping with the due diligence process of The Baobab Foundation.

• This page will regularly be updated.

• All bookings for this retreat are non-refundable., however, we will endeavour to transfer your place to someone on the waiting list so a refund may be possible.

  We strongly recommend that participants arrange their own travel insurance (e.g. single trip insurance with cancellation cover). This may allow you to reclaim any booked travel and your retreat fee from your insurer if you are unable to attend due to illness, accident, or other covered circumstances. If you already have travel insurance, this would suffice. Please see these links for advice https://www.comparethemarket.com/travel-insurance/content/holiday-cancellation/

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• This retreat is facilitated by Dr Erica McInnis (Consultant Chartered Clinical Psychologist), who is the main facilitator and holds professional indemnity and public liability insurance for her facilitation role. Nubia Wellness and Healing (NWAH) CIC, as retreat organiser, is arranging additional insurance to cover the event and venue. Participants are responsible for their own personal travel insurance (including medical, accident, and travel to the retreat). Circle participants are expected to reasonably take due care while at the retreat. A risk assessment will be done by the retreat organisers prior in the interests of minimising and managing avoidable risks. Ashe. Asheooo (so be it)!