​Our Mission

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​The mission of the Manitou Health Institute is to empower individuals to achieve a higher level of well-being through education and experiential learning. Our curriculum is based on research that acknowledges the important role that nutrition and the mind-body connection play in health and healing.  Seminars are designed for businesses and other groups who wish to offer Wellness Programs to their employees or members. An extensive list of health topics is available to choose from and individual consultations with licensed health and nutrition coaches are available. 

 

The Manitou Health Institute also conducts lifestyle seminars at upscale resorts known for their beautiful lakeside and wooded surroundings.  In these idyllic settings, participants are afforded the opportunity to escape from their normal routine and enter a relaxing environment. 2 Day Wellness Retreats as well as 6 Day Detox Retreats are offered at select times during the year. Guests may spend their time engaging in educational lectures on a variety of wellness topics and participating in activities such as yoga, guided meditation and nature hikes that promote relaxation and physical rejuvenation. Delicious, local and organic whole food cuisine is prepared by nutrition-conscious chefs. Massage, chiropractor, acupuncture and personalized health coaching services can also be scheduled. Depending on the season, other activities may include cross country skiing, biking and boating. Our goal is to encourage participants to make lifestyle changes that will last long after the retreat has ended.

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The term Manitou in the language of Ojibwe means "the spirit within all things" and refers to the interconnection and balance of nature and life. It aptly reflects the Institute's mission of promoting health and wellness by reconnecting to our natural state of being through a healthy and holistic lifestyle. We believe that every person deserves to reach their highest sense of well-being.