The Enrollment:

We welcome you to connect with us via phone or email prior to filling out the enrollment form so we can answer any of your questions personally. Please contact us at 888-852-2201 or email at info@atcretreats.com

We encourage you to fill out the ATC enrollment form as it becomes the blueprint of the participant’s curated experience. The process is simple but thorough.

Accomodations

The ATC Malibu Retreat house is located in the iconic area of Malibu Park, a short walk to Zuma Beach where we conduct our morning meditation. The house is situated on a field of a lavender and surrounded by beautiful Ficus and Olive trees. The participants are able to view the most majestic sunsets from the upper deck. Each room is designed to engage and inspire the participants. For a virtual tour, please watch our video.

Sessions

ATC Retreats is the dynamic intentional retreat program altering the course of young lives. We create the space for development of essential life skills. It is an experiential journey developed to play a key role in the reduction of the escalating rates of depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and suicide among young people by utilizing the power of human connection and inspiration.

Full Session

Adolescent Sessions: 12-17 years old
Young Adult Sessions: 18-26 years old
Duration: 7 days/6 nights
Location: Malibu, California
Arrive Sunday: Depart Saturday

Intensive Session

ATC conducts intensive sessions for the individual who requires that something extra. This experience can be instrumental in determining the appropriate level of continued care or connection needed. It also can be of great benefit for the participant who is looking for an accelerated and individualized experience.

Duration: 4 days/3 nights

Custom Sessions

  • Requests for corporate and private organizations can be accommodated. 
  • Three-day intensives are available upon request. This session is a highly individualized and accelerated ATC experience.
  • We offer weeks upon request with a specialized focus ranging from digital detox to Orthodox experiences.

Enrollment Process

In addition to the online enrollment form ATC conducts a brief phone interview. In consideration of all information provided, we may offer a clinical assessment. It is our goal to ensure the safety of all participants. Any potential participant who does not meet criteria for this level of engagement will be assisted to find the appropriate level of care or connection.

Upon acceptance all fees are due. The retreat must be paid in full prior to session date. The retreat cost may vary, please call for rate. The family will receive the Welcome Packet that includes the enrollment agreement, arrival instructions, packing list, participant handbook, and contact numbers with a timeline of action items.

Transportation

Flights

Upon commitment, you will receive booking instructions for flight arrangements. Local airports include Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR). We will provide a two-hour window for arrival as well as one for the departure day.

Our team will greet the participant at the airport as well as accompany them at time of departure. Special safety accommodations are made for adolescent travelers.

Airfare is not included in retreat cost.

Automobile

If you would like to drive the participant, you may. We will provide you with an arrival and departure window. You will be offered a brief tour of the retreat house and property.

Refunds/Cancellations

Due to the limited number of attendees in each session there will be a 20% cancellation fee within 15-30 days of your booking. There is no refund within 14 days of your arrival. You may be offered another session if there is one available. No refunds or credits are given for failure to attend, arriving late, leaving early or being asked to leave due to safety or a violation of retreat rules/guidelines.

Alter the Course LLC (ATC) reserves the right to deny or revoke acceptance to anyone for any reason the company deems appropriate for the safety and welfare of all. Alter the Course, LLC (ATC) does not and shall not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, based on age, ancestry, ethnicity, religious affiliation, gender, gender identity or sexual orientation in any of its activities or operations. ATC is a drug, alcohol, and nicotine free space.