Program Overview
Retreat Creator Mastermind — October 20 – December 8, 2026
8-Week Virtual Experience | Live Weekly Sessions
Join a high-touch, guided experience designed for therapists, coaches, and facilitators ready to design, price, and prepare to launch their own retreat.
This small-group mastermind combines structured guidance, real-world strategy, and personalized coaching to support you in bringing your retreat vision into reality.
Schedule
Dates:
October 20 – December 8, 2026
Weekly Sessions (Tuesdays):
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PST
Format:
Live Virtual Sessions via Zoom
What This Experience Includes
8 guided strategy sessions (30 minutes each)
8 mastermind coaching calls (90 minutes each)
2 private 1:1 coaching sessions
Retreat design, pricing, and launch framework
Description
This 8-week mastermind is designed to guide you through each stage of retreat creation—from initial vision to a fully developed, launch-ready experience.
You will be supported in:
Clarifying your retreat concept and audience
Designing a meaningful and structured retreat experience
Navigating logistics and location decisions
Creating aligned and profitable pricing
Developing a marketing and enrollment strategy
Each week includes focused guidance followed by group coaching and personalized feedback, allowing you to apply what you are learning in real time.
By the end of the experience, you will have a fully designed retreat and be prepared to begin enrollment by the end of the year for your 2027 retreat.
Weekly Focus Areas
Retreat Vision & Concept
Positioning & Messaging
Experience Design
Logistics & Location
Pricing for Profit
Marketing Strategy
Sales & Enrollment
Launch Planning & Integration
Meet Your Facilitator
Arilda Surridge, MA, LMFT
Founder of Wellness Counseling Inc. and Sustainable Growth Consulting & Coaching, LLC
Led 15+ sold-out international retreats for couples, therapists, and business owners
Facilitated retreats in locations such as Bali, Morocco, Iceland, Costa Rica, and beyond
Designed and led local retreats for couples and women
Arilda’s work integrates transformational experience design, clinical depth, and practical strategy, supporting facilitators in creating retreats that are both meaningful and sustainable.
Important Information
This experience is designed for professional and educational purposes.
Participation in this mastermind does not constitute therapy, psychotherapy, or healthcare services. While the content may be personally impactful, it is intended to support professional development and retreat creation.
Payment Structure
$500 deposit required to reserve your spot (non-refundable)
Payment plans available
Full balance due by October 1, 2026
Total Cost: $3500 USD (If paid in full $300 off)
Total Cost for Past Retreat Attendees: $3000 USD
Cancellation Policy
Refund (minus deposit) available if canceled at least 2 weeks prior to start
No refunds within 2 weeks of program start
If Paid in Full $500 automatically is non-refundable
Media Consent
Participation may include photography or recording for marketing or educational purposes. You may opt out at any time by providing written notice.