In a world that glorifies hustle over health, the concept of rest has become a luxury. But what if slowing down was the proven key to living longer and feeling better? Inspired by the longevity secrets of the world’s Blue Zones, The Slow Living Retreat offers a three-day immersive experience designed to restore, reset, and reconnect—all within the calm vibes of 1 Hotel Central Park.
Curated by SP8CE in partnership with Sage + Sound, this retreat is your chance to leave the stress of daily life behind and embrace a holistic approach to wellness. Through expert-led wellness experiences and world-class treatments, this is more than just a weekend getaway—an invitation to embrace a new way of living.
Over three days at 1 Hotel Central Park, The Slow Living Retreat offers a holistic approach to restoration, connection, and renewal. Guests will experience expert-led breathwork, movement, and meditation sessions designed to soothe the nervous system and cultivate presence. Through guided practices led by renowned wellness practitioners, including Nicholas Pratley, Wendy Suzuki, and Daria Burke, participants will gain insights into brain health, emotional well-being, and energetic balance.
“The truth is our deepest healing happens in rest,” Pratley tells us. “When we slow down, slow the breath down, slow life down our mind and emotions follow, they stabilize. Slow is the new luxury. And it’s when we move slow that we can feel, hear and see clearly.”
Pratley continues, “The program has been curated with such incredible detail and mindfulness - we are excited to see guests leaving refreshed, inspired and reconnected to themselves in a whole new way. From daily cleansing, nature and gratitude rituals, to wellness classes such as breathwork, movement and hypnosis. From award winning suites and seasonal cuisine to world class speakers inspiring us to live better. This is such a rich and dynamic program.”
Each day includes immersive sound healing, lymphatic massage, reflexology, and IV therapy, ensuring deep relaxation and rejuvenation. Thought-provoking discussions with leading wellness experts complement the physical treatments, offering a blend of neuroscience, mindfulness, and personal growth to spark transformation from the inside out.
Nourishment also plays a central role in this retreat. Think: chef-curated meals by James Beard Award-winning Chef Jonathan Waxman, featuring clean ingredients that support energy, digestion, and overall vitality. Afternoons are spent unwinding in the Therabody Reset Lounge, allowing for deep recovery through advanced therapeutic modalities.
At night, looking forward to moments of reflection, from intimate fireside chats to restorative breathwork. Throughout the stay, guests will find solace in luxurious accommodations at 1 Hotel Central Park, complete with an exclusive in-room wellness kit featuring self-care essentials from ALO, LINNE, and Therabody. By the end of the retreat, guests emerge deeply restored, mentally clear, and ready to carry the principles of slow living into their daily routines.
