Sacred Flame: Awakening the Retreat Leader Within – Certification Immersion - Level 1

A typical day follows a gentle but structured rhythm that alternates between shared meals, movement (running or walking), and guided teachings or practices, with spacious breaks for rest and integration.

Morning

- Early wake-up followed by a light personal routine and quiet time before group activities.
- Breakfast together at a consistent time, creating an anchor for the day and a chance to connect as a group.
- After breakfast, a primary morning session such as a guided teaching, workshop, or facilitated circle, often paired with movement like a run, walk, or somatic practice.

Midday

- Late morning to midday running or movement session, scaled to participants’ energy and ability, followed by cool-down and personal time.
- Lunch at a set time, usually in a relaxed environment that supports conversation and reflection on the morning session.
- A spacious early afternoon block for rest, journaling, integration practices, or optional one-on-one support, depending on the retreat design.

Afternoon

- A second structured session in the mid- to late-afternoon, which may include teachings, experiential exercises, partner work, or another light movement block.
- Short breaks built around this session so participants can hydrate, reset, and avoid feeling rushed between activities.
- Time after the main afternoon block for showers, naps, or solo reflection before dinner.

Evening

- Dinner at a consistent time, usually shared as a full group to re-gather after the day’s practices.
- An evening offering such as a softer teaching, circle, sharing round, meditation, or integration exercise that helps participants digest the day’s experiences.
- Wind-down period before lights out, where participants can connect informally, journal, or rest to prepare for the next day’s sessions.

Retreat participants receive the address after registration. Our rented property is located in West Sedona, 2 hours from the Phoenix Airport, to and from which we provide transportation during specific windows of time.

We curate and hold sacred space across multiple venues throughout the United States—from the East Coast to the West Coast—as well as select locations in Mexico. We invite you to explore some of the retreat venues within our trusted network.

We provide daily breakfast as well as dinner on three evenings. Meals are primarily plant-based, with additional supplementation with eggs and occasional fish. Dietary needs are strictly honored.

• This immersive weekend is the Level 1 foundational experience in a three-part certification journey for retreat leaders. This experience is designed for individuals who feel called to create or deepen their work as sacred space holders. Whether stepping into retreat leadership for the first time or refining an existing practice, participants will be guided to cultivate the clarity, confidence, and responsibility required to lead from a grounded and soulful place.
• This experience combines spiritual depth with practical tools to support the birth of meaningful, heart-centered retreat experiences.
• Participants will gain:
• Clarity & Confidence – Aligning with one’s calling and purpose as a retreat leader
• Practical Foundations – Tools for planning, pricing, logistics, and facilitation
• Sacred Community – A supportive circle of visionary sacred space holders committed to healing and transformation
• Completion of Level 1 also places participants on the path to becoming vetted Gift House Retreat Facilitators, eligible for:
• Discounted access to the Gift House Retreat Center
• Priority booking windows for future retreats
• Continued training, mentorship, and facilitator perks
• Lodging options are a'la cart for an additional fee. Please view breakdown:
• Pilot Price: $1444 /Capacity 12 (participants)
• w/rooms/Capacity 6 for overnight accommodations:
• 1 Suite with private bath $225/night
• 2 Private rooms with shared bath $150/night
• 3 Dorm Rms with shared bath $100/night

What's Not Included

• Flights for our retreats are NOT included in the total cost. Lodging accommodations over 6 ppls. We are partnered with nearby facilities for additional guest.