Savage Daughter Rising Retreat

Reconnect. Recharge. Reimagine at Valaterra

Savage Daughter Rising is a wholly transformational 3-day women’s retreat to heal the mother wound, awaken your inner child, spark joy, and restore freedom!

April 24-26 | LaGrange, KY

Registration Open NOW! — Limited Spots Available!

What You’ll Experience at Savage Daughter Rising

Many of us carry a quiet ache, a longing for the nurturance, protection, or guidance we needed but didn’t receive. This retreat is a sanctuary to explore that longing, reclaim your wholeness, and be held in the company of women who honor your story.

Through ritual, movement, creative play, and sacred ceremony, you’ll step into a circle of care and leave with clarity, connection, and a tangible reminder of your inner power.

The Living Mandala

At the heart of our retreat is the Living Mandala—a sacred circle created with natural elements, offerings, and intentions. Each piece becomes part of a shared prayer for healing, reminding us that true transformation is woven through community.


Sacred & Embodied Practices

Cacao Ceremony
Open your heart and set intentions with this nurturing ritual of presence and connection.

Foot Washing Ceremony
Release burdens and enter sacred space with trust, humility, and sisterhood.

Labyrinth & Fire Ceremonies
Walk winding paths, let go of what no longer serves you, and ignite new intentions by firelight.

Meditation & Ritual
Begin and end each day with guided practices for reflection, clarity, and alignment.

Herbal Wisdom & Nourishment
Sip teas and explore plant medicine with our on-site herbalist, bringing healing practices home.

Movement & Mindfulness
Gentle yoga, breathwork, and forest walks help you release tension and reconnect with nature.

Creative & Playful Integration

Healing is amplified through art, movement, and playful expression:

  • Build flower crowns, mandalas, and intention talismans
  • Dance, move, and play with nostalgic games and music

These stations allow you to reclaim joy, creativity, and spontaneity, blending reflection with lightness and freedom.

Daily Nourishment & Culinary Rituals

Meals at Savage Daughter Rising are more than food, they’re part of the journey. Each day’s menu is crafted with intention to comfort, ground, and awaken your senses, honoring the retreat’s themes and rhythms.

Optional Add-Ons & Self-Care Experiences

Enhance your journey with intentional extras like Reiki, herbal rituals, or personalized self-care baths. You’ll also have access to a daily Nurturance Bar with teas, oils, and soothing offerings to support your body and spirit. Details will be shared in your welcome packet so you can tailor the retreat to your needs.

By the End of Your Journey…

You’ll leave with:

  • A renewed sense of clarity, empowerment, and self-trust
  • Simple tools and rituals to continue your healing at home
  • Deep connection to a circle of women who honored your story
  • Tangible reminders of your transformation—art, tokens, and offerings to carry forward

“Every woman who heals herself helps heal all the women who came before her, and all those who will come after.” – Unknown

Valaterra: The Space That Holds You

“Still, like air, I’ll rise.” – Maya Angelou

When you arrive at Valaterra, you don’t just step into a venue — you come home to something sacred. A place shaped by intention, legacy, and nature’s quiet power. Valaterra is more than land; it’s a living container for healing.


Land. Legacy. Love.

Nestled in the rolling hills of Oldham County, Kentucky, Valaterra offers 100+ acres of forested trails, open skies, and quiet corners. Just outside Louisville, it feels like stepping through a veil into peace, birdsong, rustling leaves, the sacred geometry of nature holding you steady.

The vision began with Valerie Young. After her stage IV cancer diagnosis, she dreamed of creating a refuge for healing. With the support of friends, she founded The Young Family Foundation so Valaterra could become a nonprofit sanctuary where connection and care are accessible to all.


What It Feels Like to Be Here

Driving up the lane, the noise of the world softens. Inside The Sanctuary House, simplicity meets comfort: fireplaces, soft light, warm wood. Porches and patios open into gathering spaces. Trails invite reflection, labyrinths guide your steps, firepits spark belonging.

Valaterra is more than beautiful — it’s a place where you feel seen, safe, and held in the lineage of women who tended before you.


The Mission that Holds This Land

Through the Valerie’s Grace Program, The Young Family Foundation supports healers and practitioners who serve underserved communities. The belief is simple: healing is not a luxury, it’s a necessity.

Valaterra exists as a living legacy of compassion, offering space for women to reclaim their stories, rise in their strength, and remember they are never alone.



Valaterra & Savage Daughter Rising

This retreat meets Valaterra in perfect alignment. Themes of nurturance, protection, and guidance unfold more deeply here, where every ceremony is grounded in the land’s quiet wisdom.

Walk the trails. Sit by the fire. Let Valaterra hold you as you heal.

“And deep in our bones, the old songs are waking.
So sing them with voices of thunder and rain.”

Savage Daughter, Ekaterina Shelehova

Who We Are

My soul and yours are the same. You appear in me, I in you. We hide in each other”– Rumi

Brittany & Christina:

A lifelong friendship became a shared calling. From childhood summers spent side by side to guiding retreats together as adults, our bond has always been rooted in connection, creativity, and care. Savage Daughter Rising grew from our own healing journeys and a vision to create sacred spaces where women can be seen, supported, and empowered.

Together, we carry an understanding of the mother wound and how it ripples across generations. Through ritual, movement, creativity, and community, we guide women to release what no longer serves them and reclaim their freedom, clarity, and wholeness.

BRITTANY GOODIN

CHRISTINA GADLAGE

Doula • Breathwork Facilitator • Crystal Healer • Grant Writer


Brittany brings structure, depth, and lived experience as a mother of four. Her passion is helping women heal generational trauma, create space for themselves, and reconnect with their inner wisdom. Known for her grounded, safe containers, she guides women through release and into freedom.

Reiki Master • Yoga Instructor • Breathwork Facilitator • Intuitive Artist


Christina brings creativity, energy healing, and a heart-centered presence. A mother of two, she understands the balance between nurturing others and honoring self. Through movement, breath, and art, she helps women reconnect with their bodies, release tension, and remember their innate power.

Alongside us is a circle of gifted healers and teachers who will guide you through movement, ceremony, and care. You’ll meet the full team inside your Welcome Packet. Together, we form the village that will hold and support your journey.

FAQ’s

Frequently Asked Questions

Is travel included?

No, travel to Valaterra in LaGrange, KY is not included. Attendees are responsible for their own transportation. Carpooling options may be shared with participants.

Who is this retreat for?

Mothers, daughters, and women age 18+ seeking connection, rest, and renewal. Many women attend solo and leave with deep connections. You’re also welcome to bring a friend.

How many people will attend?

The retreat is intimate, with space for up to 15 women.

What are the accommodations like?

Bedrooms and shared spaces are cozy and welcoming, with 3 full and 2 half bathrooms available. Some rooms are shared to encourage connection.

Are meals included?

Yes. All meals are included and thoughtfully prepared to support the retreat themes. Dietary needs can be accommodated with advance notice.

Will we be outside?

Yes! Weather permitting, some ceremonies and activities will take place outdoors. Dress comfortably and bring layers.

Do I need experience with yoga, meditation, or ritual?

Not at all. Everything is designed for all levels—beginners are welcome.

Do I have to participate in everything?

No. You’re free to take part as much or as little as you’d like. This retreat is about honoring your own pace.

How do I register?

Click the “I’M READY FOR MAGIC!” button to secure your place. A confirmation email and Welcome Packet will follow with all the details you’ll need.

RESERVE NOW!

Investment and Registration:

Total Retreat Investment: $795

Secure your place at Savage Daughter Rising with a $300 deposit.

This Includes:

  • 2 nights/3 days of retreat programming
  • All facilitated sessions and materials
  • Lodging at Valaterra
  • All meals during the retreat

Payment Options:

  • Pay your non-refundable $300 deposit now to hold your spot .
  • Spread the remaining balance any way you like until 30 days before the retreat.
  • If cost is a barrier, we invite you to reach out — we are happy to explore options with you!

Deposit and Cancellation Policy:

  • A $300 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your space.
  • The remaining balance is due 30 days prior to the retreat.
  • Cancellations made more than 30 days before the retreat may receive a refund of the remaining balance, minus the deposit.
  • Within 30 days of the retreat, payments are non-refundable, but may be transferred to a future retreat or another participant with approval.
  • If we need to cancel or reschedule the retreat, participants will be offered a full refund or the option to transfer their registration to a future event.

“Within you lies the power to heal, to rise, and to reclaim all that was meant to be yours.” – Unknown