Why Retreats?

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When we retreat, far away from our everyday stressors, and we immerse ourselves in an environment that awakens our senses, profound transformation takes place. 

We flourish when we give ourselves time and space to breathe, to expand and to heal.  

Well designed retreats invite you into a restorative, safe space where you can return to yourself, break through your own resistance and blocks and dream big again! 

As a facilitator, it's our job to create, design, build and launch our vision for these powerful gatherings. Once on site, we also have to lead with confidence, courage, presence and awareness.  

Beautifully crafted retreats will call in the perfect participants, but there's a lot to know about how to do it right!  

 

What's included in this workshop?

This workshop will take you through all of the essential steps of retreat building including:

• Casting the vision
• Budgeting
• Finding the perfect space to host your retreat
• Designing your offer
• Pricing your offer
• Marketing for success
• Liability and legal considerations
• Mapping out the schedule with the perfect balance of deep work and deep rest
• Managing group dynamics
• Planning out your team players (chef, yoga instructor, massage therapists, assistant, excursions leaders, etc.)
• Protecting your energy as a facilitator and attention to the details that will set your retreat apart from the competition

Your Instructor

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Megan Gunnell, LMSW, Founder & Director of the Thriving Well Institute, Psychotherapist and International Retreat Leader has over 23 years experience and has built successful sold out retreats nationally and 8 international retreats in Costa Rica and Europe. 

Megan is a highly skilled instructor. Her trainings and courses have guided therapists to build successful private practices and build and launch successful, sold out retreats. Participants who have attended her retreats have said: 

“Words cannot express this immense feeling of gratitude and admiration that I have for Megan. Her recent RESET retreat was a life changing experience for me. The location she selected was incredible with outstanding service, delicious food, a variety of healthy activities, and breathtaking views. It exceeded my expectations in every way possible. Above anything, it was Megan’s steadfast commitment to guiding us on this journey of self-discovery, self-love and healing that made this experience so incredibly powerful. The connection and friendships created are truly amazing and are a gift to this amazing journey. I will be forever grateful that Megan nudged me to take this leap of faith for myself." 

I'm ready to learn how to do this!  

The recording of this 3.5 hour workshop is available now.  Megan covers all the components of designing, building and launching your perfect retreat!   

Want to learn more about Megan Gunnell and her retreat work?  Click here.

Have Questions? Email:  [email protected] 

The recording for this workshop training and all the handouts will be emailed to you within 24 hours of your purchase.