Hosting a yoga or wellness retreat is more than just planning a getaway—it’s about creating a transformational experience for your guests. A retreat should be a space where individuals can heal, grow, and reconnect with themselves. If you’re a yoga teacher or wellness professional looking to take the leap into retreat hosting, here’s what you need to know to make it a success.

The Difference Between a Vacation and a Retreat

A vacation is a temporary escape from daily life—fun, relaxing, but often fleeting in its impact.

A retreat, on the other hand, is an immersive experience designed for profound healing, transformation, and renewal. The key to a successful retreat is in how you structure the experience to offer true, lasting impact to your guests.

Top 3 Tips for Hosting a Successful Retreat

1️⃣ Create a Clear Pathway to Transformation

Don’t just schedule random activities—ask yourself, What is the deeper journey I want my clients to experience? A retreat should be a sacred container for growth and expansion, offering a mix of movement,
reflection, and deep connection.

2️⃣ Don’t Skimp on the Extras

Book the luxury house, hire the top-notch chef, offer add-ons like massage and bodywork, and go all in on retreat goodies + little surprises that make your guests feel extra special. These details set your retreat apart and make it unforgettable.

3️⃣ Build a Support Team—YOU CANNOT DO IT ALL

I started out doing everything—booking clients, logistics, cooking, teaching, excursions—until I realized that burnout is not a badge of honor. Now, I have a dedicated retreat team who supports me and my retreat guests, making the experience smoother, more enjoyable, and way more impactful. Trust me, your future self will thank you!

What I’ve Learned Since Hosting My First Retreat in 2017

Back in 2017, I hosted my very first retreat in El Salvador. I didn’t take a profit—I simply charged enough to cover the retreat center, food, and hotel fees, because I wanted to see if I actually loved doing this.

Spoiler alert: I did.

Looking back, I was in shock—my father had just passed unexpectedly two months prior—so much of that retreat felt like a blur. But through that experience (and the countless retreats since), I’ve learned

some major lessons that have shaped The Embodied Warrior retreats into the deeply transformative experiences they are today.

My Top Ah-Ha Moments About Hosting Retreats

🔹 Be real & relatable. Your guests aren’t looking for a perfect guru—they’re looking for someone who gets them.

🔹 Trust the flow. Your retreat will shift and evolve—trust that it’s unfolding exactly as it should.

🔹 Expect the unexpected. Mistakes, hiccups, weird surprises—every one of them is a lesson that helps you refine your process and become a better leader.

🔹 Don’t sweat the small stuff. Growth brings new challenges. Take them as signs that you’re leveling up.

🔹 Keep doing what works. If something is already working beautifully, don’t overcomplicate it.

🔹 If it doesn’t light you up, don’t do it. If you’re gritting your teeth to make something work, chances are, your guests won’t enjoy it either. Your energy sets the tone.

🔹 Your clients are investing in YOU. Fancy locations and excursions are nice—but people come for you. Show up as your real, honest, embodied self.

🔹 Have fun. This is a dream job for 99% of the world—so enjoy it! And if there’s a part of the process you hate? Hire it out.

If you’re a yoga teacher or wellness professional that is finally ready to step into their power and impact their community beyond just teaching studio classes or workshops - this is your sign that hosting

transformational yoga or wellness retreats & events IS possible for you.

And because I want to set you up for success: 

Download Your FREE Retreat Planning Checklist!

Want to make sure your retreat is set up for success? Grab my free Retreat Planning Checklist above—a step-by-step guide to ensure you don’t miss a thing when planning your transformational retreat.

RETUNE YOUR RETREAT | Costa Rica | June 1-7, 2025

If you’re a yoga teacher or wellness professional ready to take your retreat hosting skills to the next level, join me for RETUNE YOUR RETREAT in Costa Rica this June! This immersive training

will walk you through everything you need to know about hosting a transformational retreat, from structuring the experience to marketing and logistics.

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