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BEYOND THE BOARDROOM: THE RITZ-CARLTON, CHICAGO'S NEW WELLNESS EXPERIENCE FOR CORPORATE GROUPS
As planners look for new ways to incorporate wellness and meaningful connection into meetings and retreats, group programming is increasingly moving beyond the traditional boardroom. Wellness is shifting from a retreat amenity to an expectation of the modern corporate gathering. According to Hilton’s 2026 “Why We Gather” Trends Report, 76% of work-event attendees enjoy participating in employer-organized wellness activities. From mindfulness sessions to immersive wellness experiences, activities that give attendees an opportunity to recharge and connect are becoming an increasingly valuable part of corporate itineraries. The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Chicago offers a unique option for small corporate retreats and executive groups with Frequency Float, a private floating sound bath experience for up to 18 guests. Hosted after regular spa hours, the experience transforms the hotel's indoor pool into a candlelit setting where attendees float weightlessly during a 45-minute guided meditation as immersive sound vibrations travel through the water. Designed as an alternative to traditional team activities, Frequency Float can be incorporated into a corporate retreat, executive gathering or wellness-focused itinerary to give attendees dedicated time to disconnect, recharge and connect outside of a meeting setting. Groups receive exclusive access to the spa's steam room, sauna, poolside lounge and locker facilities, with access available up to one hour before the session. Attendees can also remain poolside for up to 30 minutes following the experience. For planners looking to further customize the event, food and beverage offerings and event signage can be added for an additional cost. Private Frequency Float experiences are available Monday through Thursday outside of regular spa hours, with start times between 6:00 and 8:00 p.m. With 35,000 square feet of meeting and event space, ranging from intimate private dining rooms to the 8,370-square-foot Ritz-Carlton Ballroom, The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago is well equipped to host corporate gatherings of all sizes. Frequency Float offers planners a unique wellness breakout that can be incorporated between meetings or at the end of a day of programming, giving attendees an opportunity to step away from the boardroom.

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BEYOND THE BOARDROOM: THE RITZ-CARLTON, CHICAGO'S NEW WELLNESS EXPERIENCE FOR CORPORATE GROUPS

As planners look for new ways to incorporate wellness and meaningful connection into meetings and retreats, group programming is increasingly moving beyond the traditional boardroom. Wellness is shifting from a retreat amenity to an expectation of the modern corporate gathering. According to Hilton’s 2026 “Why We Gather” Trends Report, 76% of work-event attendees enjoy participating in employer-organized wellness activities. From mindfulness sessions to immersive wellness experiences, activities that give attendees an opportunity to recharge and connect are becoming an increasingly valuable part of corporate itineraries.

The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Chicago offers a unique option for small corporate retreats and executive groups with Frequency Float, a private floating sound bath experience for up to 18 guests. Hosted after regular spa hours, the experience transforms the hotel's indoor pool into a candlelit setting where attendees float weightlessly during a 45-minute guided meditation as immersive sound vibrations travel through the water.

Designed as an alternative to traditional team activities, Frequency Float can be incorporated into a corporate retreat, executive gathering or wellness-focused itinerary to give attendees dedicated time to disconnect, recharge and connect outside of a meeting setting. Groups receive exclusive access to the spa's steam room, sauna, poolside lounge and locker facilities, with access available up to one hour before the session. Attendees can also remain poolside for up to 30 minutes following the experience.

For planners looking to further customize the event, food and beverage offerings and event signage can be added for an additional cost. Private Frequency Float experiences are available Monday through Thursday outside of regular spa hours, with start times between 6:00 and 8:00 p.m.

With 35,000 square feet of meeting and event space, ranging from intimate private dining rooms to the 8,370-square-foot Ritz-Carlton Ballroom, The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago is well equipped to host corporate gatherings of all sizes. Frequency Float offers planners a unique wellness breakout that can be incorporated between meetings or at the end of a day of programming, giving attendees an opportunity to step away from the boardroom.