socal teen retreat
Come for the fun & friends. Stay for the calm & community.
an experience to remember
Teens on an Inward Bound mindfulness retreat reconnect with their own brilliance, confidence, and intuition — their innate inner spark. With curiosity, teens develop their powers of perception and their capacity to understand their emotions and thoughts. The mindfulness practices they acquire on retreat transform into essential skills that are valuable now and for a lifetime.
dates
Tue Jun 25, 4pm to
Sun Jun 30, 1pm
location
Big Bear Retreat Center
Big Bear, CA
age
teens, 15-19 years old
no age exceptions made
tuition
sliding scale: $250 to $2,500; scholarship options available
(details & faqs)
app deadlines
first-timers: Jun 4
retreat alums: Jun 11
priority scholarship requests: Apr 18
registration steps
Step 1: apply now
Step 2: check your email
(for more details, see registration guide)
retreat teachers & staff
Inward Bound retreats are led by adults with years of experience serving and working with teens and young adults, alongside their own longstanding mindfulness practices. Our diverse staff walk their talk in their professional and personal lives, and devote themselves to creating a unique and safe container for all to be welcomed, be real, and be accepted.
Em Morrison
coordinating mindfulness teacher
Harry Um
assistant mindfulness teacher
Raúl Betancourt
assistant mindfulness teacher
Travis Spencer
assistant mindfulness teacher
Ben Young-Apstein
mental health coordinator
Robert Simmons
health coordinator
I experienced a confidence I’ve never had before. I want to take that with me.
— Sage, 17-year-old gender fluid attendee
teen retreat experience
Explore what happens on retreat, why teens love them, and the overall benefits of our mindfulness retreats.
explore
faqs & program details
Read frequently asked questions and their answers about teen retreats, tuition, and more.
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testimonials from teens
Since our teen retreats commenced in 2010, many young people have shared what their retreat meant to them. Read what they have to share.
words from teens
registration guide
Begin your application today by submitting your basic details and paying the application fee. Upon submission of this first step, check your inbox for a link to the remainder of your application.
For more guidance on registering for this retreat, check out our Registration Guide. For any additional questions, please email us at [email protected].
