10-Day Jin Shin Jyutsu Healing Intensive with Nordic Spa Detox on Denman Island

The core of this retreat is the Jin Shin Jyutsu healing intensive, a 10-session series with therapist Erin. Each session runs 90–120 minutes, with at least 75 minutes of hands-on treatment, plus integration time. Jin Shin Jyutsu is a time-honored Japanese healing art that uses gentle touch on specific circulation pathways to harmonize the body's energy, often described as a highly developed form of acupressure. Erin begins each session with body and pulse reading to establish a unique treatment plan. She also offers an optional Hawaiian Lomi Lomi-inspired massage, using long flowing movements with hands and forearms, which can be booked as an extra.

Beyond the bodywork, the retreat is built around Nordic thermal therapy. Your private garden includes a Japanese Ofuro cedar soaking hot tub, a cold plunge tub, and a wood-burning fire pit, available 24/7. You also get daily private sessions in a medical-grade infrared sauna, and one 4-hour session in the oceanfront Scandinavian wood-fired barrel sauna on the private beach. The hot-cold-rest cycle is central to the experience, with serious health benefits like improved sleep, reduced inflammation, and accelerated recovery.

The food is a key part of the detox. You choose between two options: a raw food cleanse with four liquid nutrient extractions and two solid raw meals per day, or a healthy gourmet menu of organic vegan and gluten-free meals prepared by a local Red Seal chef. Both options include Denman Island spring water, organic apple juice, and herbal teas. The raw option involves blending your own smoothies with a Ninja blender provided in your unit, using organic produce and ingredients supplied at the start of your stay.

Manna House, the venue, has won awards for being the best spa resort and waterfront resort in British Columbia. The property sits on Denman Island, one of the Gulf Islands, with two private beaches, ocean views across the Lambert Channel to Hornby and Texada islands, and the Coastal Mountains beyond. The setting is pure and quiet, with clear starry nights, forest trails, and pure air, making it easy to detach from everyday routines.

The retreat is for people who are genuinely ready for deep, introspective work. The Jin Shin Jyutsu series is described as physically and emotionally intense, releasing layers of tension. You need to be prepared to explore self-care practices afterward, and the retreat emphasizes rest, hydration, and journaling. If you're looking for a vacation with lots of activities, this isn't it—but if you want a focused, supported reset for your body and mind, this is a powerful option.

What's included

- 12 days / 11 nights luxury oceanview ensuite accommodation - Daily 90-120 minute Jin Shin Jyutsu therapy and exercise sessions - Daily private sessions in medical-grade infrared sauna - 1 private 4-hour session in oceanfront wood-fired sauna - Private garden with cedar hot tub, cold plunge, fire pit, and hammock - Food Option 1: 4 liquid nutrient extractions & 2 raw meals per day, or Food Option 2: healthy gourmet menu - Denman Island spring water, organic apple juice, and herbal tea - 3 daily meals (depending on food option) - Pick-up from ferry and transportation during the retreat - Organic soap, shampoo, and conditioner - Luggage storage - Free Wi-Fi - Private parking and EV charging

What's not included

- Flights and travel to Denman Island - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Extra treatments (massage, etc.) - Trail bike, kayak, and canoe rentals - Optional oceanfront sauna sessions beyond the one included - Meals outside the provided options