Led By: Krista James + Sara Ragan
Location: Chester Park
*Detailed location sent via welcome letter at the point of registration
Dates: Monday - Friday, July 13-17
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Ages: Girls + Gender-Expansive Youth entering grades 5-8
Cost: $120 for the week-long camp
*limited scholarship support available
Girls Connected: An Outdoor Experience
Explore the beautiful and powerful you!
Girls are full of strength and power. This camp is a dedicated, supportive space for girls and gender-expansive youth to connect with their true essence, inner wisdom, and personal power. Together, we will practice practical tools for returning to ourselves—finding clarity, confidence, and guidance—just as we are.
Focus Areas for Growth
Through meaningful conversations and hands-on activities, we explore the topics that matter most to young people today:
Self-Love & Authentic Expression: Cultivating the confidence to be your true self.
Staying Grounded: Learning how to remain in your power, even when life moves fast.
Nature Connection: Finding lasting peace and strength through the natural world.
Our Days Together Include:
We balance active movement with quiet reflection and creative play to ensure a whole-hearted experience:
Hiking & Forest Adventures: Exploring the beauty of the forest.
Music Therapy Experiences: Active music-making and songwriting to support emotional expression and build self-assurance.
Qigong Practice: A gentle, ancient movement practice for grounding and clearing energy blockages.
Creative Exploration: Ample space for laughter, deep connection, and building lifelong friendships!
Meet Your Guides
Sara Ragan, MMT, MT-BC
Sara, founder of Heartsong Music Therapy, brings a lifelong passion for music with a deep commitment to supporting people in meaningful ways.
She believes deeply in music’s ability to help individuals tap into resilience, build stronger relationships, and experience personal growth. Her work is guided by empathy, respect, and the belief that every person carries an innate capacity for healing and connection.
Krista James, she/her
Krista holds an MA in Education with a focus on Culturally Responsive Pedagogy, bringing a deep commitment to creating inclusive, identity-affirming spaces for youth.
Her teaching is informed by her certifications in Trauma-Conscious Yoga and as a Spring Forest Qigong leader, tools she uses to help kids find grounding and peace.
Deeply connected to the natural world, Krista integrates nature-based healing into her daily life and work to foster emotional well-being. She is dedicated to helping every camper explore their inner wisdom through movement, clarity, and a profound sense of belonging.
Workshop & Special Event Cancellation Policy:
We understand that plans can change. Because our workshops and special events require significant preparation and often have limited space, we adhere to the following cancellation policy:
Cancellation up to 48 hours prior to the workshop will be refunded less a 10% Administrative Fee.
Cancellation 24-48 hours prior to the workshop receives a 50% refund.
Cancellation less than 24 hours prior or a no-show receives no refund.
To request a cancellation or coordinate a credit, please contact us at hello@svalja.yoga or (218) 595-0762.