Hudson Valley Men's Retreat

About the Retreat

What To Expect

A small group of men gathering together for a weekend built on connection. You'll cook together. You'll eat together. You'll sit around a fire under an open sky as the sounds of the trees and the warmth of the flames slowly strip away whatever armor you carried in. What replaces it is a sense that the weight you've been carrying might not be as fixed as you thought.

The weekend is built with intention, but not rigidity. A majority of your time will be in facilitated sessions; the rest will be yours — to walk, to sit, to let things settle, and to connect with the other men.

Friday is about arrival. Shed the week, meet the men beside you, and we'll set an intention together. Saturday is where the deeper work lives. Sunday is integration, where you will turn insight into action.

The work draws from mindfulness, emotional inquiry, and narrative work. You'll look at the stories you've been telling yourself, surface things you didn't expect, and figure out what to do with what comes up. Most men leave with more clarity, carrying less weight than they arrived with.

Sample Timeline

This schedule is subject to change. We follow the energy of the group.

Friday

4:00 pm

Arrival

Men will be arriving — unpack, settle in, explore the property.

5:15 pm

Start

Intention setting & connection time.

6:30 pm

Dinner

We cook together and eat together.

7:30 pm

Emotional Inquiry

Learn to leverage the wisdom of your emotions, rather than letting your emotions rule you.

9:00 pm

Wrap

Go to bed, hang out around the house or out by the fire, reflect on the day.

Saturday

8:30 am

Breakfast

We cook together and eat together.

10:00 am

Movement

We are planning on a hike (weather permitting); if we have to pivot we will follow the energy of the group.

12:30 pm

Mid-day Break and Lunch

A shared meal with a brief rest built in.

1:30 pm

Deep Work

Sessions involving narrative and relational work.

6:30 pm

Dinner

We cook together and eat together.

7:30 pm

Ceremonial Remembrance and Letting Go

An opportunity to remember your power and shed your baggage.

10:00 pm

Wrap for the Night

Go to bed, hang out around the house or out by the fire, reflect on the day.

Sunday

8:00 am

Breakfast

We cook together and eat together.

9:00 am

Start

This morning will be focused on integration.

11:00 am

Depart

Our time together has come to a close.

Is This Right For You?

Who Should Come

This retreat is designed for men who are:

Open to new ideas, perspectives, and people

Excited about experiencing the transformative power of presence and mindfulness in a substance-free setting

Seeking out honest, meaningful connection with other men

At a genuine crossroads — in their career, their relationship, their sense of purpose

Feeling like they've been performing rather than living authentically

Willing to be uncomfortable and vulnerable

This retreat is NOT designed for men who are:

Closed-minded or self-centered

Expecting exclusive one-to-one guidance

Looking for a vacation with lots of downtime

Not serious about creating change and transformation in your life

In acute crisis and in need of clinical support

Not open to engaging with group work in a substance free setting

$1,200

Single room

$800

Shared room

All-inclusive · Meals, lodging & materials

Book Discovery Call

Acceptance is not guaranteed. A brief discovery call ensures a good fit for everyone.

Dates May 1–3, 2026

Location Ancramdale, New York

Setting Secluded Airbnb

Group Size Max 8 men

Experience Level Some inner work helpful

Have Questions?

I'm happy to jump on a quick call and answer any questions you have before applying.

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In Their Words

What Men Are Saying

"

Greg's retreat was a powerful experience. The setting was beautiful, quiet, and exactly what I needed, but the internal work was even better. I moved from feeling stuck to identifying the stories I was telling myself, which allowed me to create clear, actionable steps toward my ideal end state. It was the perfect balance of deep self-reflection and connection with guys I now call friends. It was all rounded out by a scenic hike to ground the experience. A truly foundational weekend for anyone wanting to live more intentionally by design rather than default.

— Matt V.

"

As a male in his late 30's, swamped by distractions on social media, texts, and the everyday chaos that comes with living in a large city, I took a chance on a men's retreat for the weekend. I wasn't really sure what to expect in the beginning but by the end, I felt rejuvenated mentally and spiritually with a lot of new perspectives to take back home... Being able to speak in front of strangers so comfortably and hear their advice is something I would have never been able to do in my own life with all the existing distractions. There were also lots of personal goals I was able to revisit and write plans to move forward. By the end of the retreat, you can feel the bond that comes from men being able to share their thoughts amongst and strengthen one another with their own wisdom. I'd recommend this to any guy who feels like they need to step away from life and breathe for a moment. You won't regret it!

— Steve M.

Common Questions

Before You Apply

Do I need prior retreat or men's work experience?

No formal experience is required, but it will be helpful if you have done some form of inner work — therapy, coaching, 12-step, journaling, a mindfulness practice, etc.

What's included in the price?

2-night stay at a nature-forward, historic Airbnb
Casual, home-cooked meals and snacks
All activity sessions listed above
A pre-retreat life evaluation to gain clarity and set intentions before arriving on-site
A post-retreat integration call and access to a resource list designed to help you further develop the capabilities introduced over the course of the weekend.

How is confidentiality handled?

All participants will be expected to agree to complete confidentiality. We will not share anything shared by another man without their explicit approval. Leaving out their name is not sufficient. I cannot overstate the importance of this agreement in creating a safe and welcoming environment.

How is transportation handled?

You will be responsible for transportation to the venue, however, we will organize car pools from NYC to help ease the burden of travel.

Limited Spots Remain

If You're Considering It, Let's Talk

Most men who reach out aren't fully sure yet. That's fine. Send me a message and tell me where you're at. I'll answer your questions honestly and we'll figure out if this is a good fit.

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