Fort Worth Wellness Retreat
At the Optimum Health Institute (OHI), you can step away from life’s busyness and immerse yourself in a tranquil wellness retreat designed to support holistic healing. While there isn’t an OHI wellness retreat in Fort Worth, our Austin campus, located just a few hours away, provides a peaceful rural escape where you can focus on personal renewal. It’s a short trip (approximately a 3-hour drive or a quick flight), making it an accessible destination for those in Fort Worth and surrounding areas.
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Nestled in the beautiful Texas countryside, OHI Austin offers a serene setting to unwind, recharge, and commit to your wellness goals. Surrounded by rolling hills, lush greenery, and soothing water features, the retreat provides the ideal environment for healing and self-care. Guests often say that stepping into the quiet and natural surroundings of OHI Austin feels like a breath of fresh air, giving them the space to focus on themselves in a way that daily life rarely allows.
Join us in Austin, where a welcoming community, restorative programs, and tranquil surroundings combine to create a unique path to wellness.
About the OHI Retreat
The Optimum Health Institute has been helping individuals embrace holistic health since 1997. Our Austin retreat, just 16 miles from downtown Austin, spans 14 wooded acres of natural beauty. This peaceful sanctuary is designed to help you step back from life’s demands and fully immerse yourself in the process of healing and renewal.
At the heart of our retreat is a warm and inviting Hacienda-style main building, where you’ll find 18 guest rooms carefully designed to encourage rest and relaxation. The Great Hall, with its stone fireplace and comfortable seating, offers a cozy gathering space for reflection, conversations, or simply enjoying a quiet moment. Whether indoors or out, every corner of the retreat is designed to foster peace and mindfulness.
OHI Austin’s outdoor spaces are equally inspiring. Take a walk along our meandering trails, surrounded by vibrant flowers and shaded by native trees. These paths offer a chance to reconnect with nature and find calm in the beauty of the Texas landscape. For those seeking a quiet moment, our gardens and seating areas provide serene spots for introspection, meditation, or journaling.
You’ll also find a small, inviting chapel on campus, perfect for quiet prayer or meditation. This sacred space provides a sense of comfort and connection, allowing you to focus on your spiritual well-being in a setting that feels both private and welcoming. Unwind further by visiting the pool or hot tub, where you can soak away tension and feel your energy restored. Whether you’re starting your day with a peaceful swim or ending it with a relaxing soak, these amenities are designed to complement your wellness journey.
Our on-campus Optimum Health Store is available to support your experience, offering a curated selection of books, self-care items, and tools to help you continue your progress at home.
Every element of OHI Austin has been carefully considered to create a nurturing environment for healing and growth, making it a true destination for those ready to invest in their health.
View a map of the OHI Austin campus.
Holistic Wellness Programs
The holistic wellness program at OHI Austin focuses on three core pillars—physical, mental, and spiritual health. Each element of the program is designed to help you achieve balance and renewal in your life, providing tools and practices that promote lasting wellness.
Physical Health
Detoxification is at the center of OHI’s physical wellness program. By focusing on the whole person—body, mind, and emotions—our detox approach creates space for true rejuvenation.
A key element of this process is our raw, organic, plant-based diet. Carefully planned meals are served to support your body’s natural detoxification processes while providing the nutrients needed for vitality and energy. Guests often notice a significant improvement in how they feel within days of adopting this clean, wholesome way of eating.
In addition to nutrition, the physical health program includes yoga, breathwork, and mindfulness exercises. These gentle practices are designed to enhance circulation, improve flexibility, and promote a sense of relaxation and well-being. Participants of all fitness levels are encouraged to join, as the activities are tailored to be inclusive and accessible.
The physical health sessions go beyond cleansing the body; they also promote mental clarity and emotional balance, making this a truly integrated experience. Many guests leave feeling lighter, more energized, and ready to embrace life with renewed focus.
Mental Health
OHI Austin’s mental wellness program is designed to help you cultivate resilience, focus, and emotional well-being. Through a combination of guided meditations, mindfulness exercises, and workshops on positive thinking, you’ll develop practical tools to manage stress and navigate life’s challenges with greater ease.
Self-reflection is an important part of the mental health program. Activities and exercises encourage you to explore your thoughts and emotions, helping you uncover patterns and make meaningful changes. This introspective work is complemented by group discussions and therapy sessions, which provide a safe space for sharing and connection.
Nutrition is another focus of mental health at OHI. You’ll learn how food impacts your mood and brain function, gaining valuable insights into how to nourish your mind as well as your body. These lessons provide lasting benefits, equipping you with strategies to maintain mental clarity and emotional balance long after your retreat.
Spiritual Health
Spiritual wellness is a cornerstone of the OHI program, and our spiritual health classes are designed to nurture your inner self in a way that aligns with your beliefs and goals. Whether through prayer, meditation, or gratitude practices, these sessions provide space for deep reflection and connection.
The spiritual aspect of the program is inclusive, welcoming participants from all faiths and backgrounds. While OHI Austin operates as part of the Free Sacred Trinity Church (FSTC), the focus is on spirituality rather than religion, allowing each guest to explore their spiritual path in their own way.
Guests frequently describe the spiritual health sessions as transformative, helping them uncover new insights and gain a sense of inner peace. Whether you’re looking to deepen your existing practice or explore new approaches, OHI Austin provides a supportive and inspiring environment for growth.
Your Fort Worth Connection to Wellness
If you’re ready to prioritize your health and well-being, OHI Austin is your destination. Just a short trip from Fort Worth, this tranquil retreat offers the perfect opportunity to step back from life’s demands and focus on yourself.
With its serene environment, comprehensive wellness program, and supportive community, OHI Austin provides everything you need to feel renewed and re-energized. Make the short journey to Austin and discover how this peaceful retreat can transform your life.
Call (800) 588-0809 today to reserve your spot. We can’t wait to welcome you to OHI Austin!
Program Tuition & Fees
OHI’s program is designed as a one-week curriculum, with the option to extend your stay for additional weeks to deepen your experience. Tuition includes all meals, materials, and classes, and room rates are available at affordable weekly prices for program participants.
For those living in or near Austin, a commuter option is also available, allowing you to fully participate in the program without an overnight stay. This flexible option makes it easy for local residents to prioritize their wellness while staying close to home. See our special offers and room rates.
Standard Room
Adjoining Bath (Queen Bed) or Private Bath (King Room)
starting at $2,705
per week
Located on the ground or upper level, these medium-sized guest rooms include a queen bed. This room shares a common bathroom which includes a shower/bath with a neighboring guest room.
Cost per week:
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Tuition: $1,825
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Room Fee: $880
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Total: $2,705
Comfort Room
Private Bath (King or Queen Bed)
starting at $2,805
per week
Located on the ground or upper level, these rooms include queen size beds and private baths.
Cost per week:
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Tuition: $1,825
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Room Fee: $980
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Total: $2,805
Premier Room
Private Bath (King Bed)
$2,855
per week
Located on the ground or upper level, these large-sized rooms include king-size beds and private baths.
Cost per week:
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Tuition: $1,825
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Room Fee: $1,030
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Total: $2,855
Guest House
Call for pricing
The guest house includes a King room with a king-sized bed, a private spa-like bath in a beautiful sunken garden tub, and complete access to the common living quarters of the guest house. The Queen room includes a queen-sized bed and a private bath.
The Guest House common areas include a large living room with a stone fireplace and piano, dining area, kitchen, a half bath, and a small laundry.
Our Policies
Room fees are subject to change without notice.
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Amenities
OHI promises a rare opportunity to escape from the hectic pace of our lives. Consistent with this promise, OHI does not provide any alarm clocks, televisions or radios.
- Telephones, with programmable wake-up calls, are available in all guest rooms.
- WiFi internet access is available in all guest rooms.
- Some mobile phone services may be accessible in this rural setting.
- OHI for Life® skin care products are provided in each room.
- Hair dryers and toiletries are not provided. However, natural hygiene products are available for purchase at the Optimum Health Store on campus.
- Laundry facilities with coin-operated machines are located on the grounds.
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Reservations
Full payment is required for the first week at the time of your reservation. Subsequent weeks must be paid upon arrival. OHI accepts MasterCard, Visa, Discover, and American Express. If someone else is paying for your stay, you will be required to provide 3rd party, credit-card authorization by the account holder at the time of reservation. Personal checks must be drawn on U.S. banks and must be received 14 days prior to your stay.
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Cancellation policy
- A fee of $400 is charged for cancellations made 14 or more days in advance.
- No refund is eligible for cancellations less than 14 days in advance.
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Rescheduling a visit
- One rescheduled visit is allowed. A rescheduled visit must begin within four months of the originally scheduled visit.
- There is no fee for rescheduling a visit if made 14 days or more in advance.
- A fee of $400 is charged for rescheduling a visit with less than 14 days notice.
- After a guest has checked in for the original visit, no refund is allowed.
- Guests must sign an acknowledgement of cancellation within 2 weeks of requesting a rescheduled visit. Once signed, no additional reschedules are allowed.
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Campus policies
- Pets are not permitted. For more information, read our FAQ.
- Cigarettes, alcohol, and recreational drugs are not allowed on campus.
- Rooms are only available to guests participating in our program.
- Use of computers and mobile phones in public areas is prohibited.
- Guests are required to be self-reliant in order to participate in the program. For more information, read our FAQ.
- Promotional literature should not be passed out to other guests. This includes brochures, business cards, or other forms of written literature for outside programs, products, or services – whether they are yours or someone else’s. Anyone who violates the above or performs or offers to perform a service (massage, counseling, proselytizing etc.) for other guests will be asked to leave the premises without a refund.
What Guests Are Saying
From the staff, excellent program, and the wonderful grounds, OHI is where I go to reset and heal. The friends you make last a long time. This was my first time to the Austin campus. I had been to San Diego twice before. I think Austin is now my favorite. You can’t beat the walking paths. I really can’t say enough. THANK YOU Austin OHI. I had a lovely experience. ❤️❤️
Candace Marty
I never knew what “feeling great” actually felt like until my time at OHI. the people are amazing, the program is comprehensive and the food is life changing. Looking forward to going back.
Sean Kirker
I love OHI, there is no better way to renew your health and well being. This is so much more than a place to cleanse with a healthy diet and exercise program. The facilitators are all top notch and your life will be changed for the better when you chose this retreat.
Lana Nixon
Meet the Staff
Dr. Suzi du Toit, D.C.
Secretary of the OHI Austin Board, Facilitator
OHI community member since 1997
"My experience has been very rewarding to serve on the board of OHI Austin. It has allowed me to extend my stewardship to the Optimum Health Institute. My passion has been to inform the guests with the program material and therefore empower them to make the right choices for their body, mind, and spirit balance. As a Board Member, decisions are made to continue supporting the program that has enlightened so many people around the world!"
Marianne Arriaga
Director of Operations and Contact Center
OHI community member since 2012
"I once read, 'The day you find a job you love, is the last day you’ll ever have to work'. For me, that day was the day I discovered OHI. It inspires me. The company’s mission, values and principles make me proud to be part of the team."
Pharon Wilson
Kitchen & Greenhouse Manager
OHI community member since 2018
"I believe career starts with ‘care’ and feel blessed to bring my profession and passions full circle here at OHI. As a former guest, I saw OHI as a healing refuge - and now get to return the favor. It took 19 years at P&G followed by a career change into health and wellness, but the journey has been invigorating and I’m excited to help others succeed in their own wellness journeys."
OHI Austin Campus
265 Cedar Creek Road
Cedar Creek, TX 78612
(800) 588-0809
Our 16-acre campus is located in Cedar Creek, TX, just 16 miles east of Austin and 20 minutes from the Austin-Bergstrom Airport. Parking is available at our secure community.
For transportation from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to OHI Austin, we recommend the following drivers and companies: Johnathan with Skip Around Town (504) 710-4008 and Absolute Rides (512) 584-5693. Please call at least 48 hours ahead to schedule pick up from the airport and other transportation needs.
Disclaimer
Optimum Health Institute-Austin is not a hotel, spa, or healthcare facility. Optimum Health Institute-Austin is a healing mission of the Free Sacred Trinity Church and is tax-exempt, non-profit Texas corporation organized pursuant to Texas' Nonprofit Corporation Law. Optimum Health Institute-Austin is organized exclusively for religious purposes within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended. The Americans with Disabilities Act provides an exemption for religious organizations. 42 U.S.C. § 12187. Pursuant to this exemption, the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act that address public accommodations and services operated by private entities do not apply to religious organizations or entities controlled by religious organizations, including places of worship.