the retreat
Imagine stepping away from the everyday and gathering in the heart of America for an experience created to elevate your practice, renew your perspective, and connect you with professionals who understand where you are going.
The Awaken Esthetics Retreat 2027 brings advanced esthetics education, business growth, meaningful connection, and personal rejuvenation together at Lied Lodge at Arbor Day Farm in Nebraska City, Nebraska.
Set during the beauty of early fall, this intimate retreat creates the space to slow down, be fully present, learn at a higher level, and build relationships that extend far beyond the event itself. Come ready to discover new ideas, challenge the way you think about your business, and return home inspired to take your next step.
Why attend?
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advanced education
Learn advanced esthetic topics, cutting edge techniques, emerging concepts, and treatment strategies from respected industry leaders that you can take directly back to implement in your business.
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Business Growth Strategies
Explore forward-thinking approaches designed to help you strengthen your business, increase revenue, attract the right clientele, and create sustainable growth.
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Personal Rejuvenation
Step away from the demands of your treatment room and business to reconnect, recharge, and make space for your own personal and professional growth.
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Exclusive Networking
Build authentic relationships with like-minded estheticians, educators, brands, and industry leaders in an intimate environment created for connection and collaboration.
the location
Welcome to Lied Lodge at Arbor Day Farm in Nebraska City, Nebraska, where the Awaken Esthetics Retreat moves into the Heartland of America for 2027. Set on the wooded bluffs above the Missouri River in the heart of America’s Heartland, Lied Lodge feels like a world away.
There is something special about gathering in the Heartland during the beginning of fall. Warm days, cooler evenings, the changing season, and the relaxed surroundings create the perfect backdrop to step away from everyday responsibilities and focus on yourself, your education, and your future.
Our move to Nebraska brings Awaken to a more centrally located destination, making the retreat more accessible to estheticians traveling from across the country while giving our community an entirely new experience to enjoy together.
Lied Lodge offers the balance we were looking for: a beautiful retreat atmosphere, comfortable accommodations, natural surroundings, unique activities and plenty of space to learn, connect, collaborate, and recharge.
A new location. A new season. The same heart of Awaken.
Join us for three inspiring days of education designed to go beyond what you typically experience at an industry event.
Awaken brings together expert educators, innovative brands, and industry professionals to explore advanced esthetic techniques, evolving treatment concepts, business development, modalities, products, and new ways of approaching the treatment room.
Our speakers are selected for their experience, knowledge, integrity, and willingness to think beyond the ordinary.
You will leave with practical information you can implement in your treatment room, new ideas for growing your business, stronger professional connections, and renewed motivation for what comes next.
Whether your goal is to expand your knowledge, increase profitability, discover new treatments, build relationships, or simply find inspiration again, Awaken gives you the space to focus on your next level.
the education
what's included?
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3 days of advanced education
Experience expert-led education focused on advanced treatments, skin science, business growth, innovation, personal development and the evolving esthetics industry.
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cozy accomodations
Enjoy four unforgettable nights at Lied Lodge, where the retreat experience continues long after the education ends. Stay immersed in the community, the beautiful surroundings, and the connection of Awaken without ever needing to leave the property.
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catered meals
Enjoy delicious farm-to-table meals prepared by Lied Lodge’s exceptional culinary team, with thoughtfully crafted menus designed to make each meal feel like part of the retreat experience. Relax, connect with fellow attendees, and enjoy top-notch dining without ever having to leave the property.
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exclusive activities
Step outside the classroom and enjoy memorable activities created to encourage connection, laughter, relaxation, and personal rejuvenation, all while experiencing the beauty of Arbor Day Farm.
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sponsored gifts
Take home an exciting collection of professional products and gifts from participating brands, giving you the opportunity to discover new favorites while experiencing companies that actively support the esthetics community.
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Continued Education
Your Awaken experience does not end when you leave Nebraska. Attendees will continue to have access to educational materials, brand resources, recorded content, specials, and additional opportunities through the private attendee community.
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Your retreat registration includes four nights of accommodations at Lied Lodge at Arbor Day Farm in Nebraska City, Nebraska, allowing you to remain immersed in the full Awaken experience while you learn, connect, and grow.
Meals, drinks, and snacks are provided throughout the three educational days. Attendees will also enjoy a Welcome Reception, networking opportunities, retreat activities, sponsored gifts, and additional sponsored experiences and activities throughout the event.
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Retreat registration is sold as a complete package that includes four nights and three full days of programming. We are unable to offer reduced tuition for partial attendance.
We encourage attendees to experience the retreat from beginning to end so they receive the full benefit of the education, networking, community, and activities.
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Yes. Dietary restrictions and accommodations should be listed on the Registration Forms distributed prior to the retreat so the Lied Lodge culinary team can prepare appropriately.
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Our goal is to bring together respected industry professionals to teach advanced, thought-provoking topics that go beyond traditional esthetics education.
Education may include advanced skin science, treatment techniques, modalities, ingredient and product innovation, business growth, retail development, client experience, and emerging topics affecting the professional esthetics industry.
Speaker and class information will continue to be added to the website as the 2027 program is announced.
Transform Your Future
Investing in yourself is one of the most powerful investments you can make in your business.
Awaken gives you the opportunity to step away from your daily schedule and look at the bigger picture: your education, your business, your relationships, your goals, and where you want to go next.
Learn from respected industry professionals, experience new ideas and innovations, create meaningful relationships, and return to your practice with renewed confidence, inspiration and a clearer direction.
Sometimes growth begins simply by giving yourself the space to see what is possible.
Elevate Your Practice
Successful estheticians understand that education does not stop when school ends. Our industry continues to evolve and grow, and so must we.
Awaken is an opportunity to challenge yourself, strengthen your knowledge, build your professional network, and become part of a community of estheticians committed to continued growth.
Take your seat at the table. Build your circle. Grow together.
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