The Experience

What Is The Retreat Leadership Immersion?

A 5-night, in-person signature experience at Verdesana by Imiloa, Costa Rica, designed for individuals who lead, guide, or facilitate others, whether through retreats, workshops, teams, or client-based work.

It brings together structured learning, practical application, and a fully supported environment to help participants refine how they design, communicate, and deliver their work.

This is a high-level creative intensive wrapped in a world-class retreat experience. You aren’t just learning the strategy, you are living the standard.

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What You’ll Explore

Workshop Topics

Across the experience, participants will engage in three focused workshop sessions led by experienced speakers, covering key areas such as:

Designing and delivering experiences that truly land

The power of story and how to articulate your work in a way that resonates and connects

Positioning and marketing your retreat or offering to attract the right audience

Communicating and selling your work with clarity, confidence, and integrity

Leading and holding groups in a way that creates trust, depth, and lasting impact

Your Guides

Meet The Speakers

Meet the leaders who will be walking you through these five transformative days:

Jake Sasseville

Founder of Imiloa Institute

Jake’s leadership and creativity have positioned Imiloa as a global leader in the retreat space. His vision for world-class retreat experiences and operational excellence has shaped a new standard for what hosting can look like.

Zil Eiler

Life & Business Coach

Zil is a Life & Business Coach with entrepreneurial roots, having started her first business at 16 in São Paulo, Brazil. Recognised with Top Sales and Production awards in Corporate America, she now coaches leaders and entrepreneurs to gain the confidence, mindset shifts, and skills necessary to build with clarity and purpose.

Michale Gabriel

Story Shaper & Wisdom Teacher

Michale has spent over four decades helping people find the story beneath their story. A professional storyteller and wisdom teacher, she has guided hundreds of workshops with leaders across the globe, drawing out the lived experiences that become the foundation of authentic leadership. Over 10,000 leaders have experienced her coaching.

The Location

Verdesana by Imiloa

Cartago Province, Costa Rica

Nestled within 100 acres of regenerated forest at 5,000 ft elevation in the cloud forest mountains of Costa Rica. Temple classrooms, wood-fired hot pools beside a private river, and luxury cabins hand-crafted from regenerated cypress forests on the property. 70-degree days and 60-degree sleep-easy nights. Luxury ground transport from SJO Airport to campus.

August 21, 25, 2026 · 20 Spots Total. Accommodations on a first-come, first-served basis.

The Setting

The Environment

Alongside the learning, the environment itself becomes part of the experience.

Days are held within the cloud forest at 5,000 ft elevation, a natural setting that allows the nervous system to slow down and the mind to become clear. There is space to step away from constant input and reconnect with your own thinking, your own voice, and the deeper intention behind your work.

Each element of the retreat is designed to support you physically, mentally, and creatively, including guided movement, time in nature, body-based practices, and moments of stillness that allow integration to happen naturally rather than being forced.

Rest & Nourishment

Fully Taken Care Of

You are fully taken care of throughout your stay. Nourishing meals are prepared daily using fresh, high-quality ingredients, creating a rhythm of the day that supports energy, focus, and restoration.

There is nothing you need to organise or manage, allowing you to drop out of doing and into a more present, receptive state.

Limited Spots Available

Your Investment

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Based on accommodation type. Full details announced shortly.

Reserve your place now with a $500 non-refundable deposit, applied toward your total retreat cost.

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Who It’s For

This Is For You

You want your retreats to be as profitable as they are impactful, replacing “breaking even” with a clear profit pathway and a repeatable enrollment flywheel.
You have a vision (or a messy draft) for a retreat but lack the clear messaging and offer structure needed to fill your room with absolute confidence.
You want to experience the “Imiloa Standard” firsthand: walking the land, tasting the food, and meeting the team before you commit your community to the space.
You’re looking for a high-level, “no-fluff” environment alongside other serious leaders who value professional systems as much as they value sacred space.
You want to lead from a “full cup,” experiencing the same level of deep support and “zero-friction” hospitality that you intend to provide for your own guests.

This Is Not For You If:

You are looking for a traditional vacation. While you will be deeply held and pampered, this is a working intensive designed for leaders ready to do the heavy lifting of building their business and refining their offers.
You view your retreats as a hobby rather than a business. This intensive is for those who are ready to treat their mission with professional respect, including mastering the math, the margins, and the marketing flywheel.
You are looking for a “guru” or a “magic pill.” We don’t do fluff or posturing. This is a peer-to-peer environment of serious stewards who are ready to put in the work to get the results.
You’re comfortable where you are: If you’re content with your current results and not ready to push your limits or grow, you may not be ready for this level of transformation.
You aren’t ready to be “seen” in your business. This training requires radical transparency about your numbers, your offer, and your message so that we can actually help you scale.

Everything You Need

What’s Included

Every Retreat Leadership Immersion ticket includes:

5 Nights Luxury Accommodation

Hand-crafted wood cabins nestled along the hillside of a 100-acre regenerated cloud forest, with en suite baths and mountain views at 5,000 ft elevation.

3 Expert-Led Workshop Sessions

Hands-on sessions covering experience design, storytelling, positioning, and leadership. Building your offer, pricing model, and marketing flywheel in real-time.

All Meals, Snacks & Beverages

Chef-curated gourmet plant-based meals with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Snacks and non-alcoholic beverages throughout. Experience the sensory standard that makes guests feel safe and cared for.

Private Transportation

Luxury ground transport from San Jose Airport (SJO) to Verdesana campus in the mountains, ensuring your journey is entirely held and stress-free from the moment you land.

Signature Experiences

Curated rituals such as yoga, sound healing, or wood-fired hot pool sessions. Anchor your vision in the energy of the land while restoring your creative fire.

Campus & Community

Full access to Verdesana grounds, river, hot pools, trails, temple classrooms, and communal spaces. Join an intimate circle of serious leaders for collaborative breakthroughs.

Team Touchpoints & Behind-the-Scenes

Direct access to the operational leads and the team that powers the “Weightless Hosting” model. Observe the invisible systems that allow a host to remain fully present.

Optional Spa & Bodywork

A full menu of restorative bodywork at the campus wellness sanctuary for individual booking. Private treatments are available as an additional investment in your personal restoration.

The Schedule

Schedule

Welcome, orientation, and the Support Cleanse reset.

Arrive and land in the campus rhythm
What “supported hosting” actually means (operationally and emotionally)
Build your Big Why in a way people can feel
Go Three Needs Deep (so your offer targets the real ache, not the surface want)

You leave Day One with: a clear core message and a visible promise.

The words you use either create safety, or create pressure.

Positioning: what you do and who it’s for (clean, sharp, respectful)
Messaging that speaks to the decision someone is actually making
Objections as design feedback (not something to “overcome”)
Build your invitation language for email, page, and conversation

You leave Day Two with: a draft message architecture and conversion-ready phrasing.

This is where most leaders undercharge, overwork, or both.

Offer design: structure, inclusions, boundaries
Pricing with integrity and margin
The profit pathway: capacity, costs, and the levers that increase profit without increasing chaos
Create your Irresistible Offer (what it is, how it’s framed, how it’s delivered)

You leave Day Three with: a defined offer and a pricing model you can stand behind.

Your nervous system is part of the product.

Guest journey: what happens from “yes” → arrival → goodbye
The operational system that keeps you present
How to host in a high-touch container without becoming the help desk
Campus walk-through: spaces, flow, and the behind-the-scenes standard

You leave Day Four with: a delivery plan that protects presence and raises quality.

This is where the business becomes sustainable.

The before/during/after flywheel: what you do each phase so you’re not rebuilding demand every time
How to sell without pressure because the offer fits the experience
Translate insights into a concrete 90-day rollout plan
Depart with the decisions, assets, and momentum needed to lead with absolute confidence

You leave Day Five with: a flywheel map and a 90-day rollout plan.

Questions

FAQ’s

Where is it held?

The Immersion is hosted at our flagship campus, Verdesana by Imiloa, located in Cartago Province, Costa Rica. You will be living inside the very standard of excellence that you are learning to provide for your own guests.

Are accommodations and meals included?

Yes. Your ticket is all-inclusive. It covers 5 nights of luxury accommodations, all chef-curated organic meals, snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages, as well as luxury ground transportation from San Jose (SJO) to Verdesana campus.

Which airport should I fly into?

You should fly into Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica. Detailed travel coordination will be provided by our concierge team upon registration.

What will I actually leave with?

You will leave with a finalized, high-integrity retreat offer, a clear 90-day marketing rollout plan, and a transparent profit model for your business. Beyond the assets, you will leave with the lived experience of being a supported leader, a standard you can take with you no matter where in the world you host.

I’ve never hosted a retreat before. Should I come?

Yes. In fact, starting here will save you years of “figuring it out” and thousands of dollars in logistical mistakes. You will build your very first retreat on a foundation of professional systems and proven financial models.

I’m a seasoned retreat host. Will I get anything out of this?

Absolutely. For the seasoned host, this intensive is about scaling and sovereignty. We will help you move out of the “logistics department” and into the “Flywheel” model, showing you how to increase your profit margins and guest conversion rates without increasing your burnout.

I’m an introvert, will I find space for myself?

Imiloa was built on the concept of the “Third Space.” While the cohort experience is powerful, the campus is designed with vast private corners, quiet trails, and secluded decks. We respect the silence required for creative integration as much as we value the community of the circle.

Can I bring my business partner or a team member?

Yes. We highly encourage partners or lead coordinators to attend together so you can build your systems in tandem. Please contact our concierge for specific “Double Occupancy” pricing for partners sharing a suite.

Is this a tax-deductible business expense?

Since this is a professional business intensive focused on marketing, offer design, and operational scaling, it is typically considered a 100% tax-deductible business education expense. We recommend confirming this with your CPA.

This is a significant investment. Is it worth it?

If you are tired of “breaking even” or feeling burnt out by your mission, this is the most important investment you can make. You are investing in the professional infrastructure of your future.

I have another question.

We’d love to chat with you. Book a call with Team Imiloa here.

Where You’ll Stay

Accommodations

16 gorgeously appointed rooms in 12 cabins dotted along the hillside with en suite baths. Hand-crafted from regenerated cypress forests directly from the property.
Accommodations available on a first-come, first-served basis.

1 Bedroom VIP Cabin

1 Unit Available. Pricing TBD

Our VIP mountain cabin is located at the top of the property featuring gorgeous views of the forest-covered mountains. This cabin is spacious and secluded for extra privacy. It features a king sized bed, a private deck, a fireplace for cozy nights, and a soaking tub with beautiful views.

Amenities

1 King Bed
Private furnished deck
Fireplace
Soaking tub

Views: Gorgeous mountain views

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1 Bedroom Private Cabin

3 Units Available. Pricing TBD

Our 1BR private cabins feature 1 queen bed and private ensuite bathroom. Two of the cabins are located close to the river so you can hear the soothing sounds of the water flowing by. The third cabin has a beautiful garden view and extra privacy. Perfect for solo guests who want privacy.

Amenities

Queen sized bed
Private ensuite bathroom
Private furnished deck
Forest or garden views

Views: Forest or Garden

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2 Bedroom Semi-Private Cabins

4 Units Available. Pricing TBD

The most spacious cabins on campus, complete with 2 separate private bedrooms each featuring a queen sized bed. A spacious shared living room, large deck with beautiful forest, garden, and mountain views, and a shared bathroom. Perfect for 2 guests who want a private bedroom but the community of a shared living room.

Amenities

Private bedroom with queen sized bed
Spacious living room
Shared bathroom
Large furnished deck
Writers desk

Views: Forest, Garden & Mountain

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1 Bedroom Shared Cabins

4 Units Available. Pricing TBD

The 1BR shared cabins feature a spacious bedroom with 2 queen beds and shared ensuite bathroom. They come with a furnished deck with forest and garden views, a writers desk, and coffee station. Perfect for friends or 2 guests who want their own bed but are happy to share a bedroom.

Amenities

2 Queen sized beds
Shared ensuite bathroom
Furnished deck
Writers desk

Views: Forest or Garden

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Retreat Leadership
Immersion

What Is The Retreat Leadership Immersion?

Workshop Topics

Meet The Speakers

Verdesana by Imiloa

5 Days to Invest in Your Leadership

The Environment

Fully Taken Care Of

Your Investment

This Is For You

This Is Not For You If:

5 Days to Invest in Your Leadership