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FIND YOUR FIRE

Embrace a life-changing experience at The Sentinel, harnessing nature’s wisdom and cutting-edge practices to unlock your potential.

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REALIZE YOUR FULL POTENTIAL

HEAL, TRANSFORM, & AWAKEN

SPACE

People cannot be told how to heal. It is a discovery they must make. We facilitate this discovery.

COURAGE

A powerful balance of support and challenge can support you to generate breakthroughs and take new actions.

COMMUNITY

People have an innate capacity to heal, grow & love. This ability is achieved and amplified in community.

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RICHARD & GILLIAN

The Sentinel’s founders and co-CEOs, Gillian Maxwell and Richard Kay, represent a powerful partnership in marriage and life experience.

“We think of The Sentinel as a custodian. A wise presence that watches over the land and cares for the people that live and spend time on this beautiful property.”

We believe that the path to self-discovery looks different for everyone. Whether you build resilient leadership through the lense of jazz, or find love, joy and pleasure in your physical body through conscious movement, we look forward to being a part of your journey.

MORE ABOUT RICHARD & GILLIAN

WE EXIST TO REALIZE THE FULL POTENTIAL OF HUMANITY.

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SENTINEL TEAM

RICHARD KAY Co-Founder

GILLIAN MAXWELL Co-Founder

JANET MAYFIELD General Manager janet@sentinelbc.ca

DAYNA TAYLOR Events Manager dayna@sentinelbc.ca

TANIN SHUNTER Retreat Sales & Intake sales@sentinelbc.ca

Testimonials

WHAT THEY’RE SAYING

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Pure bliss
I had an amazing and unforgettable stay at The Sentinel. I’m looking forward to visiting again in 2025.

Jan 1 2025

- Raquel

Beautiful constellations experience
My introduction to constellations with Ginger Joy was illuminating. Ginger delivers a very supportive and insightful role, and magic unfolds. The Sentinel provides a perfectly comfortable setting and delicious food. Magic in the Kootenays.

Jan 19 2025

- Joanna

Rest, relax and be inspired
I enjoyed everything about being at the Sentinel
I love how it’s transformed over the years, the artwork, the Maloca, and the lodge..
I felt nourished to be surrounded by nature, of the mountains, water and trees.
The hot tub, sauna, and cold plunge were so relaxing

When I was in the hot tub, in the early morning , I felt like transported to the ocean, listening to the waves of the lake.

I really felt like I was on a holiday. Thank you for creating such a beautiful space.

Jan 20 2025

- Sequoia

Relaxing and Beautiful setting
We stayed overnight and attended a one day workshop at the Sentinel. The event took place in an incredible timber framed roundhouse with stunning lake views. The energy and warmth was wonderful. The meals were excellent! The hot tub and sauna were relaxing and inviting. The room was nicely decorated and cozy and we felt safe and secure. We highly recommend and will definitely attend more retreats!

Jan 25 2025

- Bobby

Magical Place
The Sentinel is a sacred and powerful space to gather along the pristine shores of Kootenay Lake with vistas of snowcapped peaks across the water. Thank you for hosting our group for a 50th birthday celebration of a dear friend. We laughed, we shared, we dipped in the lake, and our hearts were filled with love

Jan 27 2025

- Snow

Sentinel Magic
I have been to the Sentinel twice and each time I want to come back for more. Not only is the setting stunning it has all my favourite amenities from the barrel hot tub and sauna to the stunning Maloca space. I will be back for sure!!

Jan 29 2025

- Anna

AMAZING!!!
Such an incredible retreat center. So incredibly inviting and magical on all levels.! We all felt deeply honoured and grateful to sink into the energetics of this high-vibration location. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your warm welcome and trust in our tribe!