Upcoming Events

Get the tools you need for summer to lose weight! Join us for a 2-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.

Friday, March 21

8 - 11 a.m. Check-in and Property Tour
A Canyon Ranch staff member will show you our dining, spa, fitness, outdoor sports, health and wellness facilities, and more.

Noon Lunch and Learn
Enjoy a nutritious and balanced lunch, soup of the day, salad bar and dessert, while learning how to prepare the entrée.

2 p.m. CR Water Workout
Combine aerobic conditioning and muscular endurance work in the pool.

3 p.m. Yoga Foundations
This beginner class focuses on alignment in basic postures from a standing, kneeling and supine position with emphasis on yogic breathing.

5:30 p.m. Community Table
Well-being extends beyond individual practices to the connections we make with others. Our Community Table is a space where guests can come together, share nourishing meals, and cultivate a sense of community for those on a weight loss journey.

Saturday, March 22

7 a.m. Morning Walk
This walk is on relatively flat terrain that will accommodate all paces up to 15 minutes per mile, equivalent to 4 mph on a treadmill. Please bring your water bottle.

10 a.m. Personalized Nutrition
Join a nutritionist and begin to understand how your personal lifestyle dictates what foods and supplements will help you obtain optimal health.

11 a.m. 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.

2 p.m. Good Vibrations
Awaken your muscles, improve joint mobility, balance asymmetrics in your body, and facilitate whole body integration using a combination of vibration with Theragun massage tools and classic foam rolling.

3 p.m. Overcoming Fitness Setbacks
Join a Sports Medicine Specialist to discover how to overcome obstacles, seek the care you need, and get back on track.

4 p.m. Stretch & Relaxation
Promotes flexibility and breathing and relaxes tense muscles.

Sunday, March23

7 a.m. Morning Walk
This walk is on relatively flat terrain that will accommodate all paces up to 15 minutes per mile, equivalent to 4 mph on a treadmill. Please bring your water bottle.

9 a.m. 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.

11 a.m. Zumba
Feel the energy and move your body to fun and easy-to-follow Latin rhythms.

1 p.m. 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.

3 p.m. Body Spirit Connection
A Spiritual Wellness expert discusses how integrative wellness empowers us to honor the wisdom of mind, body, and spirit. Explore evidence-based practices like self-compassion, mindfulness, and hope.

4 p.m. Stretch & Relaxation
Promotes flexibility and breathing and relaxes tense muscles.