Upcoming Events

Get the tools you need for your New Year Resolution to lose weight! Join us for a 4-day event full of science-backed research and expert guidance for achieving your healthiest weight without relying on drugs or fad diets.

In the age of semiglutides, we offer a path to sustainable weight loss results. Our team of world-class experts from a broad range of disciplines — like medicine, nutrition, fitness performance science, mental health, spiritual wellness, and more — will guide you through insights and practical skills for living life at your healthiest weight.

Don't miss this exclusive, body-positive experience at our luxury wellness resort and spa in Arizona.

To make the most of this event, we suggest you stay on a Sustainable Weight Loss Designed Experience.

In addition to this event, you can enjoy all of the daily activities that Tucson, AZ offers. Explore our sample schedule.

Stephen C. Brewer,
MD, ABFM, Medical Director, knows from experience that the key to balancing a busy professional life with personal wellness is to find a plan that works with your lifestyle. He is passionate about helping our guests discover that balance for themselves.

Paula Arreola,
MSc, CSCS, TSAC-F, Performance Scientist, employs her extensive expertise in training for tactical performance, building strength, and injury prevention in her work with Tucson guests as a Performance Scientist.

Amy Hawthorne,
MS, LMFT, Director of Mental Health & Wellness, specializes in getting to the root of issues quickly, helping guests to recognize the deeper “why” for current life circumstances, identifying and healing past traumas, and addressing maladaptive relationship patterns.d tap into strengths to turn obstacles into opportunities for growth.

Amey Aubry, L.Ac.,
Ph.D., Eastern Medicine Practitioner & Licensed Acupuncturist, is dedicated to helping our resort guests meet unique holistic healing needs. She provides in-person Energy medicine sessions, including Acupuncture, Acupuncture for Healthy Weight, and herbal consultations. She loves inspiring guests on the path to mind-body-spirit harmony.

Eric Williamson
PhD, RD, CSSD, Nutritionist, Director of Nutrition
Eric leads the Canyon Ranch Tucson Nutrition team to bring the latest research to resort guests and help them achieve their health and wellness potential. He also collaborates with the culinary team across Canyon Ranch destinations to ensure our food is nutritious while also inspiring a well way of life.

Mike Siemens
MS, RCEP, Director of Performance Science
Mike works one-on-one with our guests, creating customized exercise programs for a wide variety of fitness levels and movement goals. He also hires, trains, and mentors our team of Exercise Physiologists, and develops programming for the department.

Monday, December 16

11am New Approaches to Weight Loss
By normalizing your metabolic response to food, you can improve your weight and decrease your risk for disease. Discover current scientific research to guide you to a healthy weight.

1pm Nutrition, Gut Health & Immunity
With over 70% of immune cells residing in the gut, there is a dynamic relationship between gut health and immune system function. Support optimal health with every day nutrition strategies that target both gut and immune function.

Tuesday, December 17

11am The Science of Weight Loss
A performance scientist will take a scientific look at metabolism and weight loss. Bring your questions and watch some weight-loss myths get blown out of the water.

2pm Conquer Your Food Cravings
Dive into the science of cravings and why certain foods seem so hard to resist. Learn everyday strategies to combat cravings, and in turn have better energy throughout the day, feel more in control of your nutrition, and eat with greater intention.

Wednesday, December 18

3pm Chinese Medicine for Digestion & Metabolism
Delve into how Chinese Medicine intertwines physical, emotional, and energetic elements as we recognize digestion and metabolism as a holistic experience.

Thursday, December 19

9am Guided Labyrinth Walk
Visit the labyrinth with a Spiritual Wellness provider. Learn about this sacred archetype, and walk its path with intention in a shared community of spiritual seekers.

11am The Neuroscience of Your Relationship with Food
Come explore the way food impacts your brain, the role trauma plays in your relationship with food and what to do about it.

3pm Endurance, Zone 2 and You
Join us for an in-depth analysis of Zone 2 endurance training. Uncover how this method revolutionizes fitness, enhancing cardiovascular capacity and overall athletic achievements. Your journey to optimal endurance starts here.