General Session Life Planning Retreat

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Up to 30 in group
Date
June 12 - 14, 2026

About this Retreat

Details of this retreat

Retreat pricing includes lodging, guided programming, yoga and fitness classes, access to the pool, pickleball courts, labyrinth, and meals. Extras such as massage or private coaching can be added closer to your stay.

Everything on the schedule is optional. This is your retreat. We want you to get what you need, in the way you need it.

Check-in is Friday between 2:00-4:00pm. The first session is 4:30pm on Friday. We wrap up on Sunday around 10:30am. If you are flying, we recommend booking your flight after 2pm, if possible. We also have an early-check in option* if you'd like to come on Thursday. Returning guests say it's a game changer.  You'll have 3 nights and 2 full days of full access to the property amenities, classes, and pre-retreat programming. You'll see that add-on as an option when you register.

 



Retreat pricing includes lodging, guided programming, yoga and fitness classes, access to the pool, pickleball courts, labyrinth, and meals. Extras such as massage or private coaching can be added closer to your stay.

Everything on the schedule is optional. This is your retreat. We want you to get what you need, in the way you need it.

Check-in is Friday between 2:00-4:00pm. The first session is 4:30pm on Friday. We wrap up on Sunday around 10:30am. If you are flying, we recommend booking your flight after 2pm, if possible. We also have an early-check in option* if you'd like to come on Thursday. Returning guests say it's a game changer.  You'll have 3 nights and 2 full days of full access to the property amenities, classes, and pre-retreat programming. You'll see that add-on as an option when you register.

 


General Sessions are life planning retreats designed for those of us moving fast but wondering if we’re moving in the right direction. Most of us are responsible and capable, yet we rarely find the stillness and space required to ask if our current pace actually honors our deepest values. Without a true pause, we continue making choices under the same old pressures.
These retreats offer that necessary breath. By stepping into nature and joining a supportive community, you create the conditions for clear thinking. This isn’t about a total overhaul or self-criticism; it’s about gaining enough perspective to make realistic, meaningful adjustments. Because living a life that feels "alive" doesn't just benefit you, it impacts everyone you love and lead.





The Weekend Journey
Four optional, guided sessions to move you from autopilot to intention.

01. Arrival: What is here for me to explore?
The retreat begins by breaking the "velocity" of your daily life. Before we look for answers, we simply practice noticing. This session is about setting aside distractions and identifying what is asking for your attention in this specific season.
The Goal: To transition from "doing" to "being" and take an honest inventory of your current state.


02. Influence: What is getting in the way?
Clarity requires an honest look at the forces shaping your days. We examine your current patterns, habits, and pressures, not to judge them, but to understand them. By identifying what is driving your pace, you regain the agency to change it.
The Goal: To uncover the hidden barriers and "autopilot" behaviors that lead to misalignment.


03. Perspective: What needs a new lens?
Distance is a powerful tool. By stepping away from your routine, you can begin to question long-held assumptions and view "stuck" situations from a new vantage point. This session widens your lens to reveal possibilities that aren't visible in the heat of the daily grind.
The Goal: To shift your mindset and find creative solutions for areas where you feel stagnant.


04. Direction: What is my next invitation?
The weekend concludes with a focus on integration. Instead of a vague "to-do" list, you will identify simple, realistic next steps that actually fit into your real life. You’ll leave with a clear sense of what matters most and where to focus your energy next.
The Goal: To translate retreat insights into a practical, sustainable plan for your return home.


Come Once, or Build a Rhythm
We offer General Sessions four times a year, once in every season, to meet you whenever you need a pause. Whether you need a one-time reset or want to build a regular rhythm of retreat to stay grounded throughout the year, these sessions provide the space to recalibrate.

Getting Here

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Directions

From HWY 78, look for the large blue and gold GOLDEN EAGLE FARM SIGN and two tall Cyprus trees on your left. The best way to know your turn is coming if you are coming from the East will be the center turn lane. Turn Left on Golden Eagle Road and stay left to follow the signs to The Oaks, approximately 1.5 miles back off the 78.

Once you arrive to The Oaks gate, continue to the top of the circle drive to unload your belongings and then promptly drive back down to the first parking lot on your left. If that parking lot is full, please continue down the end of the driveway and park in the lot on your right.

Please follow event details for specific check in procedures.
If the gate is locked, please wait in the parking lot outside the gate or call The Oaks main line.
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Accommodation

SHARED OCCUPANCY, open to roommate placement

Accommodation
This selection includes: (1) Shared Bedroom, shared bathroom. (2) Queen/Twin Beds. Great for individuals that are attending as an individual and open to a roommate of the same gender. This booking is for 1 bed in a shared room. Max occupancy per room is (2). If placed in a room with a bunk, you will have access to a bottom bunk.  Please note by booking this selection, you are agreeing to The Oaks placing one additional guest of the same gender in the room you may not know. 

INDIVIDUAL OCCUPANCY, private room, no roommate

Accommodation
This selection includes: (1) Private Bedroom. (1) King/Twin Bed. This room may have an additional bed but no roommate will be assigned. Great for individuals that want their own private bedroom. These rooms are located in Ballena, our 12 bedroom, 6 bathroom lodge. For every two rooms, there is a bathroom shared with one other person of the same gender. In addition, each bedroom has its own sink and mirror. All the doors to the bathrooms and bedrooms lock.

INDIVIDUAL OCCUPANCY, private bedroom and bathroom

Accommodation
This selection includes: (1) Private Bedroom and Bathroom for one. (1) Queen Bed. Great for individuals that want a private bedroom and bathroom. 

DOUBLE OCCUPANCY (1) Bed

Accommodation
This selection includes: (1) Private Bedroom. (1) King/Queen Bed. Great for couples or friends that don't mind sharing a bed.

DOUBLE OCCUPANCY (2) Beds

Accommodation
This selection includes: (1) Private Bedroom, Private Bathroom. (2) Queen beds or (1) Queen and (1) Twin Bed. Great for couples or friends that prefer their own bed in the same room.

Venue & Amenities

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Free Wifi icon Free Wifi
Spa icon Spa
Sauna icon Sauna
Pool icon Pool
Towels icon Towels
Free Parking icon Free Parking
Kitchen icon Kitchen
Tour Assistance icon Tour Assistance
Hot Tub icon Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea icon Coffee/Tea
Cafe icon Cafe
Restaurant icon Restaurant
Fitness Center icon Fitness Center
Yoga Studio icon Yoga Studio
Housekeeping icon Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent icon Bicycles For Rent

Meals

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Customer Reviews

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Amazing Family Weekend!
I just returned from Family Weekend at The Oaks with my two teenage girls. We all loved it! The staff was engaging, attentive, fun and kind. The facilities were updated and the grounds are absolutely beautiful. The weekend was full of family, time, growth and fun... and no screen time! We will definitely be back next year!

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Attention to Detail with all the personal touches
Wow. What a spot. The Oaks has everything you need to rest and make a memory or two. Instagram-worthy decor - imagine if Joanna Gaines remodeled a youth camp - makes this place cozy and comfortable. The staff was so friendly and kind and learned everyone's name the first day. The food was on the level of any resort you could go to. And the pool - let's just say that you HAVE to do the slide and high dive. I'd say more but let's do our best to keep this gem of southern California a secret.

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A wonderful escape to slow down and focus on one's self
I registered for a weekend retreat, and was rewarded with a place to rest, find some clarity (and tools to use for later), make connections with others, and relax. The weekend had emotionally challenging conversations and workshops, as well as time for fun. I would like to go back again, and make The Oaks part of a regular rhythm of my life. You have to show up, and make the space to do the emotional, and spiritual work. You will get out what you put into the program. The food was delicious- in a way that you were not stuffed and, never left feeling hungry, to be fueled for the day. I am sure that the menu was intentionally designed to provide you a healthy foundation for the weekend. The property is gorgeous. I often just laid under the oaks to read and reflect, and enjoyed sitting on the deck, in a rocking chair, connecting with others.

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Amazing grounds, staff and food!
Loved everything about The Oaks! The room was lovely, very clean and well furnished. I stayed in the Kendall building. The food was EXCELLENT and was able to accommodate for my gluten-free and dairy-free food options. The staff was SUPER friendly and helpful, esp with the golf carts bringing you back and forth to your car and helping with the bags. The atmosphere was very relaxed and peaceful. My favorite part was the trail riding and also the hike to the water tower to watch the sunset. Highly recommend for a solitary retreat or group retreat or any other type of retreat event!
My only advice would be to allow extra time to get there- depending on where you are driving from. I drove from the Orange County area and it took over 3 hours to get there on a Friday afternoon (left at 2pm and got there around 530pm). On the way home- late Sunday afternoon- it only took an hour and half to get back (no traffic).

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Absolutely Fantastic
This was my second time at a Flagship Retreat at The Oaks.
The property is well appointed, comfortable, and not at all cluttered.
The staff is delightful and very hospitable. I felt right at home the moment I arrived and all throughout the weekend.
The pace of the Flagship Retreat is spot on. They have truly crafted all of the right elements for a thoughtful, restful, and very fun retreat.
I'll be back!

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