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Have you vowed to “get it together” this year?
Desperate to lose weight and keep it off forever?
Do you crave balance in your life?
Are you in a funk and need some encouragement?
Join us – we’re better together!
Spend a Wellness Week at Sandy Cove focused on how to get healthy…physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually!
- Exercises you CAN do – for every fitness level!
- Incredible weight loss stories from real people
- Practical information on nutrition and health
- Motivational messages for growing spiritually
- Daily Bible study and devotionals
- Delicious First Place 4 Health meals
- Rest and relaxation
- Physical assessment testing
- Praise and worship
- And more!
Sandy Cove Ministries and First Place 4 Health are partnering to present a five-day weight loss and healthy living program.
The First Place 4 Health movement has taken the nation by storm! Started in 1981 as a ministry of Houston’s First Baptist Church, First Place 4 Health is a reliable, proven method of weight loss and healthy living. First Place 4 Health has had groups in over 12,000 churches across the country—with over a half million members!
The tremendous success of First Place 4 Health is due to its biblical approach to weight loss and overall health management, which puts Christ first and improves every area of a person’s life. This Christ-centered, balanced weight-loss and healthy living program has guided hundreds of thousands of people to a healthy lifestyle and a closer walk with the Lord. See success stories from others who have followed this plan and allowed God to change them mentally, physically, spiritually and emotionally.
What an opportunity to invest in your own wellness in a way that will impact your family and you for the rest of your life! Join us on this journey to good health!
More Details…
Exercise for Every Fitness Level
Fitness activities include the following classes offered by certified instructors from Body & Soul Christian Fitness Ministries: cardio for all fitness levels, strength training, balance and flexibility with Pilates, and Interval Training for those who think they can’t exercise, as well as seated fitness classes for beginners, and water aerobics with Sue Sabo. Each activity is designed to meet the fitness level of each individual and participation is optional. You’ll also have the opportunity to have a personal consultation with a fitness trainer to develop your own fitness plan.
Delicious First Place 4 Health Meals
Enjoy healthy meals made from the freshest ingredients. You will be amazed at the delicious, satisfying meals you can have using First Place 4 Health recipes. All the recipes will be provided for you to take home and try yourself. Your meal may include Johnny’s Cajun Meatloaf, Chicken Supreme with mushroom gravy and wild rice, Pumpkin Soufflé, Apple Dumplings and more. Breakfast is served continental style with healthy options, such as yogurt, fruit, cereal, bagels and toast.
Rest & Relaxation
Whether you choose to sit in the Adirondack chairs on the lawn overlooking the beautiful Chesapeake Bay or inside behind huge windows, a favorite past-time at Sandy Cove is to revel in the beauty and serenity of the water view on the Headwaters of the Chesapeake Bay. God continues to speak through His magnificent creation at Sandy Cove—the sunsets over the water are breathtaking!
Physical Assessment Testing
Safe and well-supervised physical assessments on your core strength, upper and lower body strength and flexibility and balance will be a part of your first full day at Sandy Cove. These tests will reveal your personal strengths and weaknesses and will establish a starting point for your journey to strength and wellness.
Praise & Worship
We meet together each evening for an exciting program of informative and motivating speakers along with uplifting music by our featured worship leader.
On-site Fun
In addition to the Wellness Week program, there’s a lot to do…on-site fun includes an enclosed sports pool and hot tub, tennis courts, mini golf, Frisbee golf and more!
I want to be pampered…
During the week, a certified relaxation massage therapist will be available. Pamper yourself with a relaxing massage after your workout or before you go to bed.
There is an extra charge for this service.
Prayer Room
Always open, the Prayer Room provides beautiful stations to guide you through a meaningful time of prayer…adoration, confession, thanksgiving and supplication.
Schedule subject to change
Sunday
4:00 pm Registration & Check in
6:00 Dinner
7:00 Welcome & Orientation
8:30 Free Swim – Indoor Pool
Monday
7:15 amExercise
-Water Aerobics
-Interval Training
8:00Breakfast
9:00Quiet Time
Start Losing Start Living
Bible Study
10:00Fitness Testing
11:00Team Meeting
12 NoonLunch
1:00Free Time
Optional activities
1:00Session with Vicki Heath
2:00Free Swim
4:00Exercise
-Dance Blast
-Strength Training
6:00Dinner
7:00Praise & Worship
Success-Helen Baratta
Speaker-Carole Lewis
8:30Dessert Fellowship
Tuesday
7:15 amExercise
-Water Aerobics
-Interval Training
8:00Breakfast
9:30Quiet Time
Start Losing Start Living
Bible Study
10:00Team Meeting
11:00Speaker-Steve Reynolds
12 NoonLunch
1:00Free Time
Optional activities
2:00Free Swim
4:00Exercise
-Basic & Beyond
-Pilates
6:00Dinner
7:00Praise & Worship
Speaker-Helen Baratta
8:30Dessert Fellowship
Wednesday
7:15 amExercise
-Water Aerobics
-Interval Training
8:00Breakfast
9:30Quiet Time
Start Losing Start Living
Bible Study
10:00Team Meeting
11:00Speaker-Mary Ward
12 NoonLunch
1:00Free Time
Optional activities
2:00Climbing Wall
4:00Exercise
-Strength Training
6:00Dinner
7:00Piano Concert
Speaker-Vicki Heath
8:30Dessert Fellowship
9:00Free Swim
Thursday
Weigh In & Memory Verse
7:15 amExercise
-Water Aerobics
-Interval Training
8:00Breakfast
9:30Quiet Time
Start Losing Start Living
Bible Study
10:00Team Meeting
11:00First Place Meeting
-Wellness Spotlight
-Bible Study Discussion
12 NoonLunch
1:00Free Time
Optional activities
2:00Big Swing
4:00Exercise
-Cardio Dance
-Pilates
6:00Dinner
7:00Celebration
Awards
Reflections
9:00Free Swim
Friday
7:15 amExercise
-Water Aerobics
8:00Breakfast
10:00Check out
Conclusion
Free time on the grounds to think, pray & process – stay as long as you like!
What they're saying...
“I connected with God and others through the First Place 4 Health activities, meeting new friends and enjoying God’s amazing creation!” Teresa, St. George, SC
“I was so stressed and left with such peace and HOPE!” April, Warner Robins, GA
“The grounds of Sandy Cove are so blessed and the healing I needed started here I just wish I had a little more time.” Jo, Warminster, PA
“I was able to hear God’s voice clearly in the peaceful and quiet surroundings and had great times meeting others.” Jeanette, Wooster, OH
“The whole experience was just great. The Lord was in the whole week.” Suzanne, North Attleboro, MA
“I have met so many people who are on a similar journey to mine.” Helen, Mc Kees Rocks, PA
“Having my eyes opened to what is in God’s word about body and soul connection. How important and pleasing to God for our bodies to have a firm foundation because it is His temple.” Judy, Midway, WV
Special Guests
A member of the original First Place group that began in 1981, Carole has seen the program grow from 12 groups in one church to thousands of members at more than 12,000 churches throughout the nation and in many foreign countries. Carole became the national director of First Place in 1987, and is now a popular speaker and author of 14 books. Carole leads conferences, Christian spas, workshops and seminars with an emphasis on personal and spiritual balance, fitness, encouragement and temperament analysis. Her audiences know her as warm, transparent, honest and humorous.
Vicki is the First Place 4 Health Associate Director and is an A.C.E. Certified Fitness Professional and joined the First Place 4 Health staff in 2006. She has been involved in First Place 4 Health for many years and has led both adult and teen groups at her church. Vicki works closely with all First Place 4 Health Networking Leaders as they network together to get new groups started in every state. Vicki is also a Body & Soul Instructor and is on two First Place Aerobic DVDs. She speaks at First Place 4 Health conferences and events and leads Aerobics at Wellness Weeks each year. She has become a “regular” at Sandy Cove Women’s events providing Moving Minutes 4 Health. Don’t Quit Get Fit is her first book.
Lisa has practiced the disciplines of a healthy lifestyle for many years. She is an accomplished runner and group fitness instructor and has taught wellness classes for over seven years. She has served in a leadership capacity and led seminars for the Christian wellness organization, First Place 4 Health and now serves as its Director of Events/Special Projects. Lisa has a passion for helping individuals learn the importance of balancing good nutrition with physical exercise to maintain a long, healthy life.
Pricing/Packages
These are 2013 rates – check back for 2014 information!
All rates are per person and include all meals (Sunday dinner-Friday breakfast), 5-nights hotel style lodging, speakers, exercise options and materials. Optional massage therapist requires an additional fee.
Chesapeake Lodge
Rates begin at $749 per person.
Bay view and suite surcharges apply.
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Triple occupancy
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Double occupancy
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Single occupancy
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$749
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$799
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$929
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Most rooms have two twin beds and one queen size bed, so triple occupancy allows for each person to have their own sleep space.
Campground
Looking for a slightly different Retreat? Try our campground!
Log Cabins are open all year.
Log Cabin Rates: $749 per person, minimum occupancy of 4
Please note that there is a minimum occupancy required for all cabins.
Don’t let finances keep you away – scholarships are available – up to 50% provided through generous donations!
Modest swimsuits are required…baggy trunks for guys, one-piece for girls of all ages!
10% military discount for all program events for ALL military personnel.
This discount is available to any member of the armed forces, any branch and their immediate family members living in their household.
This is a Child Free Event. We love babies and children and we know you do too! But “Child Free Events” are your opportunity to be free from some of your normal daily responsibilities. It also provides a distraction free time for everyone to focus on the spiritual purpose of the event. Thank you for your cooperation and consideration.