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teen summer retreat

} Real Talk Summer Retreat 2019 }

Weekend deep dive for teens 8th-12th grade
@ Private Home in the hills of Berkeley, CA


JULY 13th + 14th
2 Daylong Workshops back-to-back
SATURDAY 10:30-5:30pm
SUNDAY 10:30-3:30pm
Hosted at a beautiful private home in the hills of Berkeley, CA


How do we make choices and cultivate relationships that end in joy and honor rather than shame and regret?
As youth make choices that will affect the rest of their lives, what support are we offering them?


Our “Real Talk” curriculum creates a safe space to share honest conversations, make meaningful connections, learn relevant skills and information, and have fun! Join us for a deep dive weekend to help girls navigate the complex landscape of being teens in these times.

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"If there's one thing that was made really clear to me it's that as a woman, I should honor myself. I will take on that advice with me for the rest of my life. I don't think anyone could have said it in a better way." - K.G.L.

Retreat Details

Our Real Talk Teen Retreat offers practical wisdom to help girls cultivate meaningful relationships, practice authentic self expression, and make choices that truly serve them. Our Real Talk curriculum offers valuable information to help girls navigate the complexity of being a teen in these times, as well as decision making tools and space to practice and learn. The weekend includes opportunities to connect with skilled mentors, other girls, and nature, through guided conversations in circle, small group and paired activities, and solo time in nature. We hope you'll join us!
 Our Weekend Includes:
- 2 awesome facilitators & sweet group of teen peers
- Large group, smaller group & paired connection time + a little solo nature time
- Real Talk topics: relationships, belonging, friendships, gender, media, substances, sex & sexuality, pleasure, choice, communication & more!
- gorgeous garden retreat setting at private home in Berkeley Hills
- Potluck lunch each day (snacks provided)

Cost:
$275 for the full weekend
$225 "Register Together" Discount
(please inquire for additional scholarships - no one turned away for lack of funds)

REAL TALK is for teens interested in engaging in a REAL way about...

- RELATIONSHIPS
- BODIES & BODY IMAGE
- SEX
- SEXUALITY
- SUBSTANCES
- MEDIA & TECHNOLOGY

- COMMUNICATION
- CHOICE
- RISK
- POWER & RESPECT
- LEADERSHIP
- INTEGRITY



Questions We Often Explore...

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  • How do I cultivate friendships and intimate relationships that are meaningful and supportive?
  • How do we have experiences that end in joy without regret?
  • How are we influenced by cultural forces of sex, gender, and media?
  • What's the connection between how I treat myself and how others treat me?
  • What does it really feel like to state my needs? How do I know what I want?
  • Who am I behind all the masks, really?
  • How do we cultivate intuition and learn to follow our instincts?


Learn more about our Real Talk Curriculum...


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Retreat led by Emily Frost & Quetzal Francois

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In girls' own words...

"You're never going to find a space or an energy like the space Emily and Quetzal create. Do it, I promise you'll love it."

"Do it! Trying doesn't hurt but if you don't, you're missing out! Changed my life!"

"Thank you so much for this weekend. I met so many different girls with the same problems as me. It's just good to know I'm not the only one dealing with these problems." - K.S.

"I really appreciated having the time to reflect on such a faceted subject, especially the solitary time. Also, it was such a gorgeous setting! But more importantly, I feel more secure in knowing what I want in a relationship, and the kind of guy who I want that relationship to be with. Asking for what I want is still difficult, but I think that's something that takes time to learn. Thank you so much for creating this space for me, my friends, and other girls - I hope as many girls as possible get to have this experience!" - K.W.

"I learned a lot about our culture and how to deal with that, being a woman in today's society. Thank you so much for creating this experience. I don't normally get to talk about things like this, so it was amazing to be able to talk openly and not feel judged. I met new girls (who are all amazing) and because of what you've created I got to hear and learn about other young girls' perspectives and experiences of all sorts. Thank you for that. I've taken away a lot of important things to remember that will help me in the future, and through the rest of my life." - G.W.

"I liked this retreat because I could feel comfortable with opening up and others could easily say anything they wanted to."

"Please do this! You will not regret it! It leaves you with so much life experience."

More praise...

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Payment & Cancellation Policy:
Our hope is we have made this retreat affordable enough to encourage payment in full.
Payment can be made via the PayPal buttons, or by cash or check the weekend of, by request.
If you are unable to pay in full at this time, we require a $50 deposit to hold your space, as we anticipate a wait list.
Should you cancel at any time, you can choose to donate your payment, or request a partial refund.
We will only hold your deposit or $50 of your payment, and refund you the rest.
If you would like to pay the deposit only, please indicate in your form above or email [email protected].
Please click the Scholarship button above to apply for a scholarship.


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  • Donate
  • Offerings
    • Teen Girls Groups East Bay
    • Teen Girls Groups Marin
    • Teen Girls Groups Davis
    • Teen Summer Retreat
    • Teen Summer Daylong Davis
    • Teen Summer Daylong Marin
    • Young Women's Online Group
    • Coaching for Teens, Young Adults and Parents
    • Rites of Passage Ceremonies
    • Consulting
  • Us
    • Emily Frost
    • Quetzal Francois
    • Our Team
  • About
    • Our Philosophy
    • Teen Curriculum
    • Media
    • FAQ
    • Praise
  • Connect
    • Contact
    • Calendar
    • Journal
    • Resources