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Where is this retreat located?

We are situated on 8 acres of rolling hills, in a quiet, serene area near Kingston, Georgia. We are about an hour northwest from the Atlanta National Airport. We are tucked away along the Etowah River between Cartersville and Rome.

You can come to the Center anytime after 3:00pm on Sunday afternoon and enjoy a meal and fellowship with us before bedtime. Your week will be complete after lunch on Friday so you can make it to the airport in plenty of time for a Friday late afternoon flight.
You will have an opportunity to have your own room or share with another and each room will have their own bathroom.
There are numerous ways to get to the Retreat Center. Uber, Lyft and taxi’s are always available to serve you. It will cost around $80 one way from the airport to the Retreat House using the Uber. There is a prominent place at the Atlanta airport for Uber and Lyft pickup. If you prefer, we will arrange transportation, for an additional fee.
Georgia has all four seasons so be sure to pack for the one you will be in while attending the Center. You will also need some comfortable walking shoes, a bible if you have one, a warm jacket or a light one. Bring your own toiletries but a fragrance free shower soap will be provided. Bring medications as needed. Whole food supplements will be provided. Bring your phone chargers with you as well.
Our goal at the Center is to provide you with the tools necessary to continue your health journey when you return home. Our goal isn’t to teach you to become vegan or raw food chefs but rather to have basic skills and concepts. Ann and Paul believe in simplicity. The more complicated it is the harder it is to maintain. There will be some time in the kitchen learning these basics but this will be balanced with many other activities at the Retreat Center including health assessment time with Ann, daily prayer, gentle exercise, learning, fellowship, resting and using the many detoxing and immune-enhancing tools that will be available to you. Don’t worry though, you will be well prepared to start this new lifestyle in the comfort of your own kitchen when you return home.
Everything is included while you are at the Center: individual health consultation, individualized recommendations, all meals, daily fresh juices, accommodations, Wi-Fi, classes, demonstrations, supplements exercise equipment including the Total Gym, Peloton Bike and Peloton Treadmill, Video classes on stretching, breathing and body shaping, rebounders, Precor glider. While there are numerous pieces of equipment, a gentle walk each day will be provided (weather permitting?) for anyone who cannot utilize this equipment. There are numerous detox and immune-enhancing therapies to experience daily such as ionic foot baths, massage, grounding mats, rife machine, vibration therapy, laser therapy, live blood cell analysis.
Paul’s leadership is marked by humility and a steadfast commitment to the mission of the Hallelujah Diet. He describes himself as “humbled” by the organization’s growth and success over its 25-year history, as it continues to transform lives globally.

Ann Malkmus

Ann Malkmus is a passionate health educator and advocate who discovered the Hallelujah Diet in 1996, transforming her own struggles with IBS and fibromyalgia into a lifelong mission to empower others. With a Bachelor’s degree in Speech and Organizational Communication from the University of Wisconsin–Platteville and a Master’s in Communication from the University of Dubuque, Ann blends her academic expertise with a deep commitment to holistic wellness.

As Chief of Education at Hallelujah Diet, Ann has developed health programs that have reached over 10,000 individuals across 50+ countries. She works alongside her husband, Paul Malkmus, to create accessible wellness resources and training, including the award-winning book “Unravel The Mystery: A Simple, Effective Approach to Beating Cancer” and the “Where Do We Go From Here” program.

Ann also founded Luminology: The Science of Her, focusing on women’s health. Her work continues to inspire thousands to embrace better health through nutrition, lifestyle changes, and the Hallelujah Diet’s principles.

Collaborative Efforts

Together, Paul and Ann Malkmus lead the Hallelujah Diet Health Retreat at the River Wellness Lodge in Kingston, Georgia. This immersive retreat provides:

  • Education on the Biblically-inspired raw food diet.
  • Hands-on cooking classes and practical guidance.
  • One-on-one health consultations.
  • Group devotionals and spiritual discussions.

Their work emphasizes the connection between nutritional science and spiritual principles, teaching that the human body is divinely designed for self-healing when nourished correctly.

Paul and Ann’s interests extend beyond nutrition to the study and application of alternative health therapies. Their expertise encompasses frequency therapy, ozone therapy, biofeedback, Rife technology, PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy), ZYTO scans, and vibration therapy. They integrate these cutting-edge wellness modalities with Hallelujah Diet’s Biblically-inspired health principles to offer a holistic approach to well-being.

Vision for the Future

Paul and Ann Malkmus continue to lead Hallelujah Diet with a focus on expanding its reach and influence. By integrating traditional health principles with advanced alternative therapies, they are committed to transforming lives and empowering individuals to reclaim their health. Their dedication builds upon the foundation laid by Rev. George Malkmus, ensuring a lasting legacy of faith-inspired health and wellness.