The NFLPA's Professional Athletes Foundation is thrilled to bring back our Wellness Weekends! Since 2019, the PAF has specialized in former player & couples retreats setting off to destinations such as Denver, Santa Barbara, NYC, and New Orleans. 

2024 PAF Wellness Weekend

This event is intended for former NFL Players to reconnect along side other NFLPA members. Spouses and partners are also highly encouraged to attend for a weekend of rejuvenation and relaxation. 

Check out the 2023 Recap Video from Denver

Hotel Check-in: 4:00 PM | Confirmed Players and their spouses & partners can arrive at their leisure on Friday, September 20. 

Confirmed guests please complete the Pre-Event Assessment!

6:30-9 PM CT | Confirmed attendees can check-in for the PAF Wellness Weekend upon arrival to the Welcome Dinner. 

Location: Rooftop at Torali (lobby level)

7:30 -10 AM CT | Provided by the PAF.

Set your own breakfast schedule and join as at your leisure until 10 AM 

Location: St. Clair BC 12th floor

7:30-9:50 AM CT - Breathwork Office Hours with  Big Joe | Location: Check back for details!

Location: Ritz Carlton Gym (private space)

8-8:50 AM CT - Rise & Shine Intentional Stretching with DJ & Jamie Townsel |

 Location: St. Clair A 12th floor 

10 AM - 12 PM CT

- 10-10:45 AM: Players Only Session - Lights, Camera, ACTION w/ NFLPA member Isaac Keys

 Explore how to use past traumas, hurt, pain, anger, joy, and other emotions to break down self-created barriers through the lens of acting

Location: Lakeside 12th floor

- 10-10:45 AM: Women Only Session -  Relate, Release, Reset! w/ Nevaina Rhodes

Take an empowering journey through self-discovery intentionally and lovingly to release stress, set healthy boundaries, and fortify your support systems. It's time for some SUPER Self-Care!

Location Seneca and Seneca Lounge 11th floor

-10:45 - 11:00 AM BREAK

- 11-11:45 AM: (All Attendees) Tackling Emotional Barriers with Jason Wilson

Location: Lakeside 12th floor

12-1 PM CT | Provided by the PAF.

Location: St. Clair BC 12th floor

1 PM CT - 6:30 PM CT After lunch, feel free to relax or head out into the city at your leisure.  

7:30-9:00 PM CT | Unwind with PAF as we set sail on a evening river cruise to take in Chicago's architecture history. Soft drinks and libations available and covered by the PAF.

Transportation from the Ritz Carlton will leave promptly at 6:45 PM (meet us out front of the Ritz Carlton) Chicago's First Lady’s boat dock at 112 E Wacker Drive is the dock location 

7:30  - 12: 30 PM CT Fuel up before you head out. 

Location: Lakeside 12th floor 

 PROGRAMMING:

- 8-9 AM CT- Ladies Pilates with Jamie Townsel (ladies only)

High intensity, low impact floor Pilates to tighten the core and sculpt the legs and glutes.

Location: Seneca Lounge 11th floor 

- 8-9 AM CT- Power Eye Flow with DJ Townsel (players only)

 Power yoga class to enhance strength, endurance, and focus.

Location: Seneca 11th floor

- 9:15 - 10 AM CT- Big Breath Sound Bath (All Attendees)

Breathe in a rhythmic fashion to invoke peace and clarity into your life. Shake up the mundane of meditation and get to work for something more tangible and undeniable. Guided intentionally along with curated music to take you on a journey like no other. 

Location: Astor & Oak 12th floor

 12 PM CT | Thanks for joining us!