You spend your life caring for others. This weekend is for you.
Join Dr. Michelle Quirk for her 2026 Mindful Movement Retreat for Women Physicians
Friday, September 25 – Monday, September 28, 2026
Cape May, New Jersey
As women physicians, we’re used to caring for everyone else — our patients, our families, our communities. We are experts at pushing through, showing up, and giving more, often at the expense of our own rest.
This weekend is an invitation to pause.
Join Dr. Michelle Quirk for a restorative, end-of-summer Mindful Movement Retreat designed exclusively for women physicians. Step away from the demands of work and home life to reconnect with your body, your breath, and yourself.
Through mindful running or walking, yoga, guided rest practices, and spacious time for reflection, you’ll rediscover what it feels like to truly exhale.
The beach is quieter, the nights are cooler, and this is your time to reset — before another busy season begins.
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Pause
We’re moving through life at a hectic pace.
Give yourself permission to pause.
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Exhale
Breathe out worries and anxiousness.
Let go of expectations.
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Inhale
The fresh ocean air and sun are waiting for us.
Breathe in new possibilities.
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Recharge
Move in a way that feels good to your body.
Enjoy deep rest and rejuvenation for mind and body.
The Details
When: Friday, 9/25/26 beginning at 5:30pm thru Monday, 9/28/25 at 10am
Where: Expansive, private Victorian home in Cape May, NJ
This gorgeous home built in the early 1900s, boasts a 700 sq foot porch, where you can sit back and relax. Feel the sand in between your toes with a short walk up the street to the beach.
Limited spots. Only 5 ensuite rooms available. This retreat will sell out!
What’s Included
Private suite + full access to a charming Victorian home
Welcome reception with dinner & drinks
Morning mindful movement + gentle yoga sessions
Scheduled time for solitude, rest, & journaling
Sound Bowl Healing + wellness workshops
Personalized time & coaching with your host
Mindful nature walk + serene porch relaxation
A supportive & uplifting retreat community
Daily nourishing meals + healthy snacks & drinks
Stroll to quaint nearby shops
Arrive after 5:30 PM Friday (9/25) | Depart after breakfast Monday (9/28)
CME available for physicians (see FAQs)
Bonuses
A thoughtfully curated swag bag filled with surprises
On-Demand Library: Stretches for Runners
Exclusive Expert Sessions: Yoga, Meditation, Sleep, & Strength Training for Runners
Investment
The retreat investment of $3495 is all-inclusive.
Three nights of serene, high-end ensuite accommodations 1 block from the ocean
All nourishing meals prepared with care
All retreat activities, inspiring workshops, & mindful movement sessions
Take advantage of early bird pricing, and secure your spot with a deposit.
Want to bring your bestie? Room sharing is an option at lower investment price of $2997 per person.
Refund Policy
If you are not able to attend the retreat, refund will be available until March 31st, 2026. This will incur a $250 processing fee. After April 1st, 2026 you may transfer your ticket to another participant, but refund will not be processed.
Your retreat leader
Michelle Quirk, MD
Dr. Michelle Quirk is a board certified pediatrician and a certified run coach with the Road Runners Club of America (RRCA). She founded Mindful Marathon to help women physicians use running as a path to healing, self-discovery, and sustainable wellbeing.
Michelle loves the balance she feels with a regular running routine and meditation practice, and she cannot wait to share the powerful results that can be achieved when movement is balanced with rest.
“I did not realize how much I needed to nourish my soul until I was at the retreat with the incredible women there! I LOVED it.
We ALL needed it so much. Not to escape real life but to be reminded that every single day is such a gift. And we can and will set an intention for each day.”
~ Dr. Mitra A
“Thank you for a wonderful retreat. It truly has been life changing for me.
I have been dabbling in mindfulness but now feel ready to dive deeper. I felt such warmth and support from all.”
~Dr. Samantha C
“I was hoping for a fresh spark to renew my meditation and movement practice. Instead I found a group of strong, feeling souls that connected on a level I did not expect!” ~ Dr. Lisa K
“The house was perfect. Location, setting, parking, beach, shopping, weather, whimsy…” ~ Dr. Karen P
More photos of our retreat home base…
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1) Do I have to know how to run to attend this retreat?
There is no expectation to run. All levels of movement, including walking, are welcome. If you are curious about running or would like to run, Michelle will give you all the tools to get started.
2) Is this retreat for physicians only?
Yes! To curate a safe and authentic space, this retreat will be exclusively for women physicians.
3) Is there CME available for physicians?
Mindful Marathon has partnered with Learner+. Learner+ allows attendees to capture their reflections and apply to earn CME/CE credit commensurate with the reflections. The yearly cost for the Learner+ platform is $50. Any questions on the application process may be found on the Learner+ website. While your costs may be eligible for reimbursement through your employer, you should check and confirm whether the costs are eligible for reimbursement with your employer.
4) I’m driving - is there free parking?
Yes! Free parking is available onsite in the spacious driveway behind the house. Come and go as you like.
5) I’m traveling a far distance and booking flights - what’s the closest airport?
The nearest airport is Atlantic City (ACY) which is ~45 miles away. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is ~90 miles away.
6) When should I plan to arrive and depart?
Would recommend arriving to the house at 5:30pm on Friday, 9/25. Programming will end after breakfast on Monday, 9/28, with checkout time of 10a. Please plan your travel accordingly.
