San Fernando Valley Overeaters Anonymous Women's Retreat

Open Hands, Open Hearts: Giving and Receiving in OA Recovery

Come join us for a rejuvenating weekend at the tranquil Holy Spirit Retreat Center in Encino on Friday, November 7 - Sunday, November 9, 2025. THIS IS A THREE-DAY EVENT!

This retreat is specifically designed for women looking to connect, share stories, and support each other on their journey to recovery from eating disorders using a 12-step program. Learn how giving to others and receiving support will jumpstart your recovery. There will be many fun and interactive activities including 12 step-based workshops, meditation, nature walk, speaker panel, and evening entertainment. You will leave rejuvenated and with a plan for your success in recovery.

Attendee reviews say that the annual OA SFV Women’s Retreat is the best retreat in Southern California and the site, and accommodations are great! Don’t miss out!

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Single Occupancy, Double Occupancy, and Commuter rates are available with 5 meals included.

Check in starts Friday at 4:00 for lodgers. Our evening event begins at 5:30 pm with a delicious, healthy dinner. The retreat ends Sunday at 12 pm. We can't wait to see you there!

Timezone: Pacific Time (PDT)

Info: FRIDAY AGENDA: Check for lodgers will begin at 4:00 pm. Buffet dinner and icebreaker starts at 5:30 pm. The main event starts at 6:30 pm and will end at 9:00 pm.
SATURDAY AGENDA: Breakfast is from 8:00 to 8:45 am. Morning sessions start at 9:00 am. Lunch will be served at 12:00 pm. Afternoon sessions are from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. There will be free time from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm to rest, socialize, or do other relaxing activities. Dinner will be from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. Our surprise evening entertainment will start at 6:45 pm and end at 9:00 pm.
SUNDAY EVENT: Breakfast is from 8:00 to 8:45 am. Morning sessions start at 9:00 am. The retreat ends at 12:00 pm.
A participant guide including our activities will be provided. We recommend bringing layered clothing, writing utensils, journals, your Big Book, and an opening heart and mind.

Host or Publisher Overeaters Anonymous San Fernando Valley