The Hoffman Summer Retreat
This Summer, Supervising Hoffman Facilitator Serena Gordon will once again be joining Transpersonal Coach Emma Pruen for a unique, five-day, residential experience in France, from Friday 12 – Wednesday 17 June 2026.
The Summer Retreat takes the teachings of a three-day Hoffman Q2, spreads it out over five days, and adds a few special treats of its own. The extra time allows Hoffman grads more space to integrate and spend time with one another in a beautiful, natural environment.
It’s open to couples, siblings, friends and Process groups, as long as you’re all Hoffman Process graduates.
The work
At the Summer Retreat, your work is done in the mornings and evenings, leaving the middle part of the day free to enjoy all the beauty of the French countryside and to relax, swim, walk or socialise with other grads (if you choose). The days will contain a mix of Hoffman tools and techniques that you will remember from your Process, and there’s also the chance to explore new techniques from other methodologies that may be new to you.
The pace of the Summer Retreat is less intense than our three-day Q2, however, it’s still a deep dive into what’s not working in your life and gives you tools and time to assess any areas that may need attention.
Be prepared to contribute fully to the work, reinforce your connection to the tools and set some new intentions about the future.
‘I felt so stuck – I had lost my confidence, my sense of self and my joie de vivre. I gained them all back.’
~ 2025 Summer Retreat attendee
For enquiries, call Emma on +44 7508 920583 or email emma@retreat.fr
The practicalities
Location: The French Retreat is located in Yviers, 16210, Charente, France. The nearest airport is Bordeaux (Merignac) and train station is Chalais.
Timings: Arrival is from 3.00pm on Friday 12 June. The course ends at 2:00pm on Wednesday 17 June. Flight times can be recommended to you so you can benefit from the free transfer to the venue.
Accommodation: The French Retreat comprises a beautifully restored French Manor house and a converted barn as well as three luxury individual bell-tents in its grounds. There is also a yoga deck, an open-air saltwater pool and a variety of outdoor seating areas. To meet demand, accommodation may be shared (with a maximum of one other person of the same gender) – this can be discussed at the time of booking.
Cost: The cost for the five days (including meals, accommodation, facilitation and airport transfers) is £1,500 per person. Extras on offer (depending on demand) may include massages, 1:1 constellation work, yoga or outings to local vineyards; these will incur additional expense.
What people say…
More feedback from people who attended our Summer Retreat with Serena and Emma in 2025:
‘There is much more time for processing the workshop sessions and reflecting on the day’s work compared to the Q2 weekend. The peaceful surroundings and abundant walking routes make the French Retreat a perfect place for a reset.’
‘I don’t see how you could have done anything better! I will treasure each and every experience we had there’.
‘We all came in somewhat nervous and left feeling transformed, living from our spirit. Nothing but gratitude and admiration for Serena, Emma and the lovely staff who made our meals and made us feel at home.’
For enquiries, call Emma on +44 7508 920583 or email emma@retreat.fr
