Retreat Leaders Retreat
Become a Certified Retreat Leader
Lead Deeply Transformational Retreats with Maximum Joy, Safety and Profits.
Lead Deeply Transformational Retreats with Maximum Joy, Safety and Profits.
Costa Rica, July 12-19, 2023
If you are an experienced or aspiring retreat leader, coach, therapist, healer or other leader who is ready to master next-level retreat facilitation skills and slay your own biggest saboteurs while growing your impact and abundance, join this magical training retreat in Costa Rica for the transformational event of a lifetime.
Learn, Grow & Connect in Paradise
As you gently glide from your first amazing night’s sleep, you awaken to the sounds of locals starting their day - local monkeys, that is, celebrating a new morning in the giant Guanacaste tree shading your casita.
You notice this is not another boring hotel. Perhaps your room has round or angled walls or looks directly out into the treetops or filters the morning light through stained glass windows.
You notice this is not another boring hotel. Perhaps your room has round or angled walls or looks directly out into the treetops or filters the morning light through stained glass windows.
You're almost reluctant to leave your casita, but a kaleidoscope of butterflies beckon from your window. As you meander the pathways through lush gardens… you feel the peace in your body, and know you are already different than you were. You revel in the lightness from the feelings of the arrival ceremony the night before.
You remember the feeling of tears, laughter and hugs with your new friends. You can sense the excitement building for the special day ahead. This is a special place. These are special people. You are special. You find yourself arriving at breakfast, connecting with the other beautiful souls who are your classmates and future lifelong friends. You belong here.
You remember the feeling of tears, laughter and hugs with your new friends. You can sense the excitement building for the special day ahead. This is a special place. These are special people. You are special. You find yourself arriving at breakfast, connecting with the other beautiful souls who are your classmates and future lifelong friends. You belong here.
What You Get
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During this deeply experiential training retreat, you will redefine and raise the bar on all the buzzwords like transformational, and experiential, and connection, and healing, and deep, and breakthrough. You will discover new heights in what's possible, and new depths to how far you can take your participants.
You can absolutely do this! We'll teach you the secrets to great retreats that participants (and you) will want to repeat. You will truly understand the difference between a typical retreat that offers some transformation, and what we call a "level-ten" transformational retreat. You are ready to go deeper and take your participants deeper, and you're still curious what that even means and you want to make it different from every other retreat that promises the same thing! You will gain the power of specific activities, exercises and planning tools you can use right away in workshops, promotional events and full-length retreats. We'll show you how. You will experience it. You will practice setting it up. You'll go home with all the tools, guides and sample texts so you can do it yourself like the rock star pro you really are. You'll learn about gradients of safety - how to quickly and easily bond your groups, increase engagement and reduce anxiety... In addition, you'll experience other retreat activities like RIM infused yoga classes, breathwork, sound healing, meditations, and magical surprises designed to take you deeper than ever before. You’ll fall more in love with yourself as you slay your saboteurs and stand in your worthiness. Imagine the joy you’ll feel as you create more loving self-talk and more client successes! Because you'll be experiencing the transformational tools we teach you to facilitate, get ready! Get ready to own your boundaries, speak your truth, ask for what you need, command the respect you deserve, and help your clients do it too! Imagine the connection and love you’ll feel as part of this creative, fun, and supportive community this level of work attracts. Sense the pride you’ll feel, growing your business with powerful skills that differentiate you and translate into deep, tangible results. A boundless bounty awaits, as greater mastery combined with greater self-worth, allows you to confidently charge what you’re worth. All this, while making a magical difference in the world! |
This is different. Special. Deeper. Primal. Subtle. Nuanced. Powerful. Emotional. Gentle. Stretching. Magical. You know you belong here.
The Venue
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Costa Rica is soulful, alive, vibrant and real, just like you! We love the Pura Vida attitude here and we love our jungle, our river, and our completely undeveloped beach, Plata Buena Vista. All easily found by our shuttle drivers, and perfectly hidden from traffic, tourists, and distractions.
Con Smania (means with passion) Retreat Center is located on the west coast in the Nicoya peninsula of Costa Rica. It is one of 5 Blue Zones in the world where more people live past 100 years, and for good reason. Just a ten-minute stroll to the Pacific Ocean, nestled in the shade of giant Guanacaste trees filled with monkeys, your unique and artistically created oasis awaits. |
Welcome to a special place to nurture your mind, body, and soul. The perfect place to cultivate the magic for your business and life.
Start by greeting our turtles (Julia and Stevie Gonzales) and rest your feet in the lobby pond if you want to be tickled by the minnows - a spa treatment in itself! Allow yourself to just BE.
Start by greeting our turtles (Julia and Stevie Gonzales) and rest your feet in the lobby pond if you want to be tickled by the minnows - a spa treatment in itself! Allow yourself to just BE.
Your room is as individual as your own thumbprint. Every special and unique part of you feels invited and welcomed as the unique shapes, colors, textures, scents and sounds of Con Smania.
Con Smania sleeps up to 30 guests, but we limit our class size to a max of 18 to relax completely in unique splendor. Spread throughout lush tropical gardens, each unique casita with a private bath, sleeps 2-4 guests. Some casitas have a single sleeping area with two XL twin beds. Some casitas have multiple sleeping areas with one or two beds in each area. Very limited single rooms available.
Con Smania sleeps up to 30 guests, but we limit our class size to a max of 18 to relax completely in unique splendor. Spread throughout lush tropical gardens, each unique casita with a private bath, sleeps 2-4 guests. Some casitas have a single sleeping area with two XL twin beds. Some casitas have multiple sleeping areas with one or two beds in each area. Very limited single rooms available.
Most beds are XL twins and are outfitted with new luxury mattresses and linens. All rooms are air conditioned and offer ceiling fans, tea kettles, safe drinking water, and a mini-frig.
Wander the garden paths and delight in this feast for the senses. We won’t tell you exactly where to find all the places to rest and ponder life… we believe you will magically come upon them right when needed.
Wander the garden paths and delight in this feast for the senses. We won’t tell you exactly where to find all the places to rest and ponder life… we believe you will magically come upon them right when needed.
Along the way, you'll find hammocks and loungers, chat spaces and meditation platforms. You won't be able to resist dipping your toes into the pool and connecting with your new soul brothers and sisters.
Meals Con Smania
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The name Con Smania means with passion and so does mealtime. Your senses come alive as you take in the brilliant colors, textures, tastes, and scents of simple and delightful homemade meals. Ingredients are farm to table, fresh and organic. Exotic fruits are grown on property and eggs come fresh from the farm next door.
You’ll bond with new friends as you explore consciously prepared meals inspired by the ingredients that make this one of the world’s five Blue Zones. |
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Can't eat this or that? Dietary restrictions are celebrated here. The bountiful buffets are very vegetarian friendly, plus fish. Your culinary adventure includes traditional homemade Costa Rican food and surprises to delight the adventurous foodie.
We believe in honoring the land through connecting closer to source in all ways. Buffet style, we encourage you to take what you need knowing you can always return for more. |
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Breakfast and dinner are included every day. Anytime you need more nourishment, blend yourself a smoothie at the included all day smoothie bar with local fruit and greens and nutritious add-ins. Grab a snack – you never know what we may conjure up.
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Itinerary
Wednesday Day 1 - Your Arrival
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Your retreat begins as soon as you clear customs. We take care of everything. Relax and connect with new friends on your scenic shuttle ride through the countryside enroute to the Con Smania Retreat Center.
Upon arrival, settle in and explore the grounds or even take a dip or nap. We’ll bond over a group dinner and a special welcoming ceremony weather permitting, perhaps a fire or a sacred circle ceremony. |
Thursday Day 2 - Immersion into creating the safe and sacred space
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Enjoy a leisurely morning followed by a group breakfast and a day of immersion into living the work. As you immerse yourself into several experiential activities today, you and your group will be creating a safe and sacred space for the week. Discover your own custom growth path and lay the foundation for how the group will be learning, growing, and playing together. Learn how we build gradients of safety, bond the group and build engagement and deep participation people actually enjoy.
Group Dinner and evening at your leisure. |
Friday Day 3 - Learning, playing and Growing
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Don't set an alarm, the monkeys will tell you when it's time to get up. Start with an early morning walk and beautiful guided beach meditation designed to expand your worldview of our planet, and the inner-scape of how you think, feel and work.
After breakfast, the classroom of the day might be poolside under a thatched roof, or in the open-air converted airplane hangar. Whichever magical space we’re in, you'll be learning next -level group activities, and we'll pull back the curtain and share the secrets of what we do and why, so you can do it in your style at your own retreats. Group Dinner and evening at your leisure. Maybe an impromptu fire circle, or sunset walk to the beach? |
Saturday Day 4 - Farmers Market in Samara & Afternoon Learning
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Start the day right with a special RIM-Infused yoga class with Jenn, then after breakfast, we'll shuttle to the farmer's market in Samara, where locals and your chef shop for groceries and unique artisan products. Or opt for free time or book a massage or other healing treatment.
The afternoon will bring more big learning, exercises and pulling back the curtain, sharing all our best secrets, tips and tricks. We can't list all our tools and techniques here, because we literally could choose from months worth of content. We'll dive deep into what you and your classmates want and need most, so you get exactly what's best for you, not just us guessing! |
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Evening - Dinner and a quiet evening to relax, socialize, or contemplate your personal journey to the sounds of nature.
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Sunday Day 5 - Breath work, Free time and learning from each other too
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After a morning beach walk or free time, and breakfast, experience a special healing journey through the power of breathwork. Local breathwork masters will gently guide you into a deeper state of consciousness, where healing, spirit, and love reside.
After lunch, we’ll take advantage of your brilliance! You and your classmates have so much wisdom and valuable perspectives. We'll teach you how to set up groups to share and harvest collective wisdom, and experience it yourself. DO NOT even worry about preparing anything to share, it's so easy when its spontaneous! Enjoy dinner and a well-deserved quiet leisurely evening. |
monday day 6 - more skills, integration time & evening sound bath
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Morning beach walk or yoga class anyone? After your leisurely morning and group breakfast, you’ll step into another big morning of learning and playing together.
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The evening brings local sound healers who will create a special Sound Bath Journey with a vast array of sacred sound instruments and multi-dimensional voice toning. you'll be guided into deep meditative states to connect more fully to your energy body.
Enjoy a Light dinner/dessert and sharing circle. |
tuesday day 7 - leisure & learning
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Enjoy a morning beach walk or free time, then a group breakfast before we dive into a big RIM experience.
Spend the afternoon free, sign up for a massage, or enjoy some pool or beach time, socializing, or journaling and packing.
We’ll have a group dinner followed by our closing circle and fire ceremony, weather permitting. |
wednesday day 8 - goodbyes & departure
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Saying goodbye is easier knowing we will be connecting again soon and sensing new lifelong friendships forming.
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Morning free time and breakfast at your leisure. Departures as scheduled.
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Our Promise
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By the end of this magical retreat, you will have deeply connected with other beautiful souls, slain your biggest saboteurs, and learned the magic of deeply transformational retreats. You'll know how you can simplify an infinite amount of logistics, collaborate and partner. And, you'll have new plans to fill your retreat or share retreats with minimal financial risk. All this, so you can have more fun, make a greater impact, and earn what you're worth.
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This is Just the Beginning!
Your magical week in paradise is more than a brilliantly planned immersion into deep learning, growth, self-care, business and community building.
Everything listed below is included! This is just the first week of a three-month program of practice and support so you can easily put your new skills to work launching the next level of your business and your life! If it feels like too much to take in, just know we’ve got your back!
You will also receive:
* A pre and post retreat Zoom connection call - we can’t wait to meet you!
* Preferred rate on retreat consulting packages
* Lifetime access to monthly RLC (Retreat Leader Calls (Q&A)
* One Personal RIM Session for your own personal growth journey
Everything listed below is included! This is just the first week of a three-month program of practice and support so you can easily put your new skills to work launching the next level of your business and your life! If it feels like too much to take in, just know we’ve got your back!
You will also receive:
* A pre and post retreat Zoom connection call - we can’t wait to meet you!
* Preferred rate on retreat consulting packages
* Lifetime access to monthly RLC (Retreat Leader Calls (Q&A)
* One Personal RIM Session for your own personal growth journey
Meet Your Hosts
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Michael J. Kline & Colleen (Coco) Sorensen
Mike and Coco have been working, playing, and growing together since 2016. Mike credits Coco for keeping him (most of the time),on task, and moving forward with the promised content. Coco credits Mike with helping her shift from a teacher sharing content, to a trainer sharing transformation.
In addition to co-hosting countless trainings and retreats on Zoom and in Costa Rica, they serve on the faculty at Jack Canfield's prestigious Train the Trainer program, helping train the next generation of human potential leaders. |
Michael J. Kline
I was drawn back to Costa Rica (after 30 years since my first visit) by my spiritual growth and healing journey. Answering the call to “be the Fire” as a teacher, healer, and human, I walked into the retreat center and instantly embraced the next step in my evolution and became an owner/member of the Con Smania Collective.
I am the 11th of 12 children born into poverty on our abusive, alcoholic father’s junkyard. After losing my mother at age 7 and being adopted by an emotionally abusive aunt and uncle, I spent the next forty years discovering that I am worthy of love and life.
At my first Jack Canfield retreat, Jack facilitated a redo of the death of my mother, where I was told “don’t cry” and that I had to be a grownup now. My entire life changed when I learned that men can cry, play, feel, and express emotions. Jack introduced me to Dr Deb Sandella, creator of the RIM method. I’ve been studying and working with her and Jack ever since. My personal growth journey through RIM, along with the Canfield Methodology, Barrett Values Training, Peerspirit Circle Training, Vipassana Meditation, plant medicine journeys, hypnosis, NLP, and other experiences and trainings, has taught me to love myself, connect deeply, and to give and receive love and support from others.
As a six-time successful entrepreneur, I was successful at life’s “shoulds” but I wasn’t truly happy. All that changed as I grew into a passionate transformational trainer and facilitator of healing.
Now as a retreat leader, part of Jack Canfield’s Train the Trainer faculty, and the Senior Trainer at The RIM Institute, I teach trainers, coaches, and other retreat leaders in deep healing work. My passion is creating safe and sacred spaces with love, connection, and always, a questionable amount of humor. I can’t wait to introduce you to transformational work that healed my heart and the the retreat center that captured it.
I am the 11th of 12 children born into poverty on our abusive, alcoholic father’s junkyard. After losing my mother at age 7 and being adopted by an emotionally abusive aunt and uncle, I spent the next forty years discovering that I am worthy of love and life.
At my first Jack Canfield retreat, Jack facilitated a redo of the death of my mother, where I was told “don’t cry” and that I had to be a grownup now. My entire life changed when I learned that men can cry, play, feel, and express emotions. Jack introduced me to Dr Deb Sandella, creator of the RIM method. I’ve been studying and working with her and Jack ever since. My personal growth journey through RIM, along with the Canfield Methodology, Barrett Values Training, Peerspirit Circle Training, Vipassana Meditation, plant medicine journeys, hypnosis, NLP, and other experiences and trainings, has taught me to love myself, connect deeply, and to give and receive love and support from others.
As a six-time successful entrepreneur, I was successful at life’s “shoulds” but I wasn’t truly happy. All that changed as I grew into a passionate transformational trainer and facilitator of healing.
Now as a retreat leader, part of Jack Canfield’s Train the Trainer faculty, and the Senior Trainer at The RIM Institute, I teach trainers, coaches, and other retreat leaders in deep healing work. My passion is creating safe and sacred spaces with love, connection, and always, a questionable amount of humor. I can’t wait to introduce you to transformational work that healed my heart and the the retreat center that captured it.
Coco Sorensen
As a teacher in a university classroom since 2000, my greatest passion is to create a welcoming, engaging, and fun space to learn, grow, and transform in. In 2016, my classroom received a massive upgrade when I discovered Jack Canfield. He introduced me to his unique experiential style of learning, which I immediately implemented and have been astounded by the outcomes it produces. Additionally, I have spent several years steeped in learning powerful emotionally processing skills that permit me to hold a safe space for students to process their emotions in a way that allows them to feel lighter, freer, letting go of old stories that no longer serve a productive purpose.
Outside of teaching, presenting, or developing meaningful curriculum, you can find me at home in Salem, UT with my two working-class dogs who always beg for a ball to chase, flying across the USA to visit my 4 grand babies in North Carolina, meeting my traveling husband of over 30 years somewhere for a weekend together, or having lunch out as I much prefer others’ cooking.
Outside of teaching, presenting, or developing meaningful curriculum, you can find me at home in Salem, UT with my two working-class dogs who always beg for a ball to chase, flying across the USA to visit my 4 grand babies in North Carolina, meeting my traveling husband of over 30 years somewhere for a weekend together, or having lunch out as I much prefer others’ cooking.
Even More Details
Frequently Asked questions
Is this retreat for me?
If you are a coach, retreat leader, therapist, social worker, counselor, or other helping professional who wants to up-level your facilitation skills for groups, training and retreats, with powerful and effective techniques, this training is for you.
If you like training and just being in a magical setting away from the distractions of daily life, where you can immerse yourself in deep growing, learning, and playing with a community of other like-minded professionals, this retreat is for you.
Can you help me find a roommate? Yes! This is the most popular way to participate. In fact, we offer very few single occupancy casitas at an additional cost. We are happy to match you to a same-gender roommate. If you have a friend coming who you want to share a room with, just let us know.
Can I bring my kids/partner? Maybe. Some spouses do well, some don't. Generally, it's not recommended. Most participants find it best to focus on themselves and their work. We encourage social time deepening the friendships you will create here, some of which may last a lifetime. We plan to use the entire property for the retreat group, so others may find themselves bored and isolated.
Where do I fly into? Liberia International Airport in Guanacaste (LIR), aka Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport
Is there transportation from the airport to the retreat venue? Yes, included. You will receive a questionnaire for your flight information, and we will arrange shuttles from the airport to the retreat center with your classmates.
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions? Absolutely, all special diets are welcome and celebrated here.
Is it safe to travel to Costa Rica? Absolutely. Costa Rica is the safest and lowest crime area of Central America. As a stable democracy, Costa Rica abolished its military in 1946, in favor of investing in free education and a public health care system. Crime in Playa Buena Vista is not even on the radar. At our own beach, we will likely not see anyone else even there. When traveling to town or public beaches, like any tourist area, it is recommended not to wear expensive jewelry or carry valuables, and never leave valuable in a car even if locked.
What is the weather like? Typical high is 83 F and lows of 73. During the green season, we expect a lovely rainfall most afternoons and if we're lucky, an amazing storm/show.
What do I bring? Casual and comfortable, with shorts, t-shirts and flip-flops being the norm. Most participants abandon any concerns about hair and makeup after the first day. Even going into town is very casual. If you plan to take advantage of a photoshoot, bring what you need to prepare for that. Irons and hair dryers are available on site.
Still have a question? The trip is amazing, and we also know the training has to be a good fit. If you're not sure, book a call with Mike to chat.
If you are a coach, retreat leader, therapist, social worker, counselor, or other helping professional who wants to up-level your facilitation skills for groups, training and retreats, with powerful and effective techniques, this training is for you.
If you like training and just being in a magical setting away from the distractions of daily life, where you can immerse yourself in deep growing, learning, and playing with a community of other like-minded professionals, this retreat is for you.
Can you help me find a roommate? Yes! This is the most popular way to participate. In fact, we offer very few single occupancy casitas at an additional cost. We are happy to match you to a same-gender roommate. If you have a friend coming who you want to share a room with, just let us know.
Can I bring my kids/partner? Maybe. Some spouses do well, some don't. Generally, it's not recommended. Most participants find it best to focus on themselves and their work. We encourage social time deepening the friendships you will create here, some of which may last a lifetime. We plan to use the entire property for the retreat group, so others may find themselves bored and isolated.
Where do I fly into? Liberia International Airport in Guanacaste (LIR), aka Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport
Is there transportation from the airport to the retreat venue? Yes, included. You will receive a questionnaire for your flight information, and we will arrange shuttles from the airport to the retreat center with your classmates.
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions? Absolutely, all special diets are welcome and celebrated here.
Is it safe to travel to Costa Rica? Absolutely. Costa Rica is the safest and lowest crime area of Central America. As a stable democracy, Costa Rica abolished its military in 1946, in favor of investing in free education and a public health care system. Crime in Playa Buena Vista is not even on the radar. At our own beach, we will likely not see anyone else even there. When traveling to town or public beaches, like any tourist area, it is recommended not to wear expensive jewelry or carry valuables, and never leave valuable in a car even if locked.
What is the weather like? Typical high is 83 F and lows of 73. During the green season, we expect a lovely rainfall most afternoons and if we're lucky, an amazing storm/show.
What do I bring? Casual and comfortable, with shorts, t-shirts and flip-flops being the norm. Most participants abandon any concerns about hair and makeup after the first day. Even going into town is very casual. If you plan to take advantage of a photoshoot, bring what you need to prepare for that. Irons and hair dryers are available on site.
Still have a question? The trip is amazing, and we also know the training has to be a good fit. If you're not sure, book a call with Mike to chat.
Location
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Con Smania Retreat Center
at Playa Buena Vista Sámara, Costa Rica, 55235 There are two nearby towns, Nosara and Samara to connect with community while enjoying the solitude of a very special remote setting. The closest airport is in Liberia, Costa Rica Scenic shuttle to/from airport is included. |
WHat's included and what's not
What's Included
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* Round trip Airport transfers to Con Smania
* 7 Nights shared Casita Accommodations * 2 Buffet meals daily and all-day smoothie bar and snacks * 2 RIM Infused Yoga Classes * Sound Healing Journey * Breathwork Healing Experience * Outing to Samara or Nosara, and Farmer’s Market * Beach meditations, circles, fire ceremonies and other activities * Complete Retreat Leaders' Academy Training and Manual * Lifetime membership in our Retreat Leaders Facebook Group * Press Release introducing your training and new services * Marketing content and language for your new services * Playlist of our retreat music, scripts and templates * Adventures and monkey sightings as they arise. |
What's Not Included
* Your round-trip airfare from home
* Extra Insurance Policies
* Fees for excursions not on agenda
* Shopping, phone calls, spa services
* Local transportation, Photoshoot
* Horseback rides, Gyrocopter Tours
* Kayaking, Massages, etc.
* Extra Insurance Policies
* Fees for excursions not on agenda
* Shopping, phone calls, spa services
* Local transportation, Photoshoot
* Horseback rides, Gyrocopter Tours
* Kayaking, Massages, etc.
All Inclusive Investment
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Maximum of 18 Participants
$2497 - Early Bird Price (Only 10 available) Shared Casitas. This is the "Heck-yeah, I know I'm in" special price. When it's gone, it's gone. $3297 - Regular Price, Shared Casitas $500 - add on for single occupancy if available. Contact us if you must. Very limited. People who share casitas have a richer retreat experience. |
This is a very special training and retreat, which has to be a good fit for you. If you are unsure or if you have further questions, please book a call with Mike here.
Your payment and registration DOES NOT guarantee acceptance into the program. Although rare, we reserve the right to refuse any participant who is not a fit for the personal work we will be undertaking.
If we cannot match you with a roommate we may switch you to a single occupancy room, in which case there will not be any additional charge.
Your payment and registration DOES NOT guarantee acceptance into the program. Although rare, we reserve the right to refuse any participant who is not a fit for the personal work we will be undertaking.
If we cannot match you with a roommate we may switch you to a single occupancy room, in which case there will not be any additional charge.
Cancellation Policy
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A deposit of $1000 is required or you can choose to pay the total amount up front. Either way, the following cancellation policies apply.
You have 3 days from your initial deposit to change your mind without penalty, after which the $1,000 deposit is non-refundable. Full payment is due 60 days prior to the retreat which is May 13th, 2023. If you cancel after May 13, 2023, a loss of 50% of the total retreat price will apply. If you cancel after June 13, 2023 a total loss of funds will apply. We reserve the right to cancel the trip if it does not meet the trip minimum, resulting in a total refund of amount paid. Trip cancellation insurance is always recommended whenever making travel plans. You can use our suggested Travel Guard Insurance online and choose from several policy options. |
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