The Retreat Creators Course 2023
Our Retreat Creators Course covers all the key components of creating, selling and delivering retreats. By the end of the course you will have the tools and information you need to create and run a unique and exceptional retreat. The course is a combination of online and in person, and is conducted using a circular learning approach, making it an immersive, collaborative and empowering experience.
You’ll receive a Retreat Creators Handbook with planning templates and check lists, as well as being supported and guided throughout the training. We will work closely together with you to achieve your mission!
Course format and structure 2023
A four module course conducted in English:
Modules One and Two: Two online weekends: 1-3 September + 21-22 October 2023
Module Three: Coursework project: 10 October – 10 November 2023
Module Four: Retreat leaders retreat in Morocco: 18-24 November 2023
This course can be taken in its entirety (all modules), or as separate courses.
Module One: 1-3 September
Retreat Design
Planning a retreat
Creating and managing budgets
Responsible travel
Module Two: 21-22 October
The business of retreats
Marketing and selling retreats
Retreat leadership and group dynamics
Legalities of running retreats
Module Three: 10 Oct-10 Nov
Coursework project
Module Three is coursework to plan and design your ideal retreat.
You will be provided with The Retreat Creator’s Handbook and planning templates, essential criteria and checklists to help you to begin to realise your dream retreat.
Support and guidance will be offered throughout the whole coursework process and your final retreat plan will be reviewed with feedback by your course leaders.
If you decide to join us on the Retreat Leaders Retreat you’ll be able to put your final retreat plan into practice on the retreat.
Module Four: 18-24 November
Retreat Leaders’ Retreat in Morocco
The Retreat Leaders retreat is an opportunity to dive deeper into retreats while enjoying a gorgeous beach cottage.
The best way to learn is by doing and you’ll really feel the power, the challenges, the intensity and rewards of a retreat experience. Your retreat includes:
Workshops exploring leadership skills, approaches and group interaction
Small group feedback, specialist sessions and reflection
Yoga and meditation led by Jean
Free time to enjoy our idyllic location, have fun and celebrate all your hard work
Why take the flagship course?
Educational benefits
- Be part of a new one-of-a-kind programme and learn how to create exceptional retreats with a focus on responsible travel
- Study with industry experts with many years experience
- Be eligible to apply for on-the-job training with a retreat placement
Networking opportunities
- Collaborate with like-minded students and retreat teams
- Join our Retreat Leaders community
- Build relationships in our alumni network
Career advantages
- Elevate your professional credentials
- Receive a certificate of completion
- Be eligible to join our mentor programme and receive one-to-one coaching to launch or fine tune your own retreats
- Join our retreat teams and find more work as a Retreat Leader
Life enhancement
- Improve interpersonal skills and communication
- Gain understanding of responsible travel
- Have fun!
Course costs
Option 1: Online sessions and course work: £995 (Online sessions only)
Option 2: Online sessions, course work and a leadership retreat: £1995-£2595*
Dependant on your course choice, the costs include:
- Two weekends of live online learning
- A Retreat Creators student handbook
- Check lists, template and sample key documents
- Support and guidance from your course leaders
- A project template to create your own retreat
- Individual review and feedback of coursework
- 6 nights accommodation on retreat
- 5 daily workshops on your retreat
- Daily brunch and dinner on your retreat
- Daily yoga on your retreat with Jean
- Small group specialist sessions on your retreat
- 5 reflection sessions on your retreat
*Your final course cost depends on your room choice in Morocco. We have twin room and private options. Flights and transfers to Morocco will be an additional cost.