Workshops

Embark on a celestial journey with Productive Learning’s 3-day Nature Series retreat, as we witness the awe-inspiring Geminids meteor shower in the enchanting landscape of Joshua Tree. This unparalleled retreat is not just about camping under the stars; it’s an exploration of the cosmic wonders that lie at our fingertips. Immerse yourself in the world-renowned beauty of Joshua Tree National Park and let the cosmos become the backdrop for introspective conversations that delve deep into the grandiosity of the universe and its profound connections to our own existence.

As we view the cosmic spectacle, metaphorical discussions will unfold, exploring the wonder of the cosmos and its implications for our purpose, visions for the future, and the cosmic nature inherent in every aspect of our lives. This retreat is designed for those who seek not just adventure in the outdoors but a cosmic connection that sparks internal introspection and prompts profound revelations about our place in the grand tapestry of existence.

Key Takeaways:
1. Celestial Insights: Gain unique perspectives on life, purpose, and potential inspired by the cosmic wonders above.
2. Visionary Reflections: Reflect on your personal visions for the future and the limitless possibilities that lie ahead.
3. Connection to the Universe: Explore the profound connections between your life and the vastness of the cosmos.
4. Introspective Conversations: Engage in deep, meaningful conversations that prompt introspection and self-discovery.
5. Nature’s Classroom: Embrace the outdoors as a powerful classroom for personal growth and internal exploration.

Workshop Start: December 12th 2025 – 1pm
Workshop End: December 14th 2025 – 1pm
Lodging: The Castle House Estate in Joshua Tree
Tuition Covers: Workshop, lodging, breakfast and a group dinner

Nourished, our transformative women’s program, is back – redesigned to meet you exactly where you are. Whether you’re brand new to Productive Learning or have been exploring personal growth with us for years, this experience is an invitation to step into a deeper relationship with yourself.

Together, we’ll explore what it means to truly nourish your body and soul – through powerful insights, emotional intelligence tools, and rich conversations that illuminate how you relate to food, movement, and self-care in your everyday life.

And this time, we’re intentionally slowing down the pace.

We’ve expanded Nourished into a 24-week journey, meeting for one hour on Zoom every other week. Why? Because creating lasting change takes space, reflection, and gentle integration, and we want you to have the time to embody every insight.

Reclaim Your Energy and Find Clarity in Nature

In the constant buzz of daily life, it’s easy to become drained mentally, emotionally, and physically. We give so much to others, often neglecting our own need for restoration. This three-day immersive retreat is your invitation to unplug, cleanse, and renew in the serene embrace of Catalina Island. Like a spa day in nature, this experience will help you shed the toxic buildup of stress, reconnect with your essence, and return to your life refreshed and centered.

Together, we’ll:

• Disconnect from distractions and let go of the unnecessary weight we carry.
• Purge & cleanse – releasing tension, negative energy, and mental clutter.
• Recenter by immersing in nature’s rhythms, finding clarity and balance.
• Renew & integrate – returning home with a refreshed perspective and renewed energy.

This retreat isn’t about escaping life, it’s about renewing yourself so you can fully engage with it. The ocean, the tides, the simple beauty of island life – each will guide you back to your essence, offering profound clarity and peace.

Immerse yourself in a 5-day mountain retreat with Productive Learning’s “Finding Flow: Transforming Performance into Inner Awakening.” Amidst the stunning vistas of Tahoe, this transformative experience invites you to unlock the secrets of living in a state of flow. Drawing inspiration from Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi’s groundbreaking research, we’ll delve deep into the profound benefits of cultivating flow in every aspect of your life.

Throughout the retreat, you’ll discover how accessing the flow state empowers you to navigate life’s challenges with ease and grace. Whether you’re carving through fresh powder, exploring the local mountain town on a crisp hike, or simply sipping a warm cup of tea while watching the gentle snowfall outside your window, you’ll find that each moment offers a unique and valuable path into flow. By immersing yourself in activities such as skiing, snowboarding, and snowmobiling, or choosing restorative moments of reflection and rejuvenation, you’ll not only connect with the natural world but also gain invaluable insights into your own capabilities. From the exhilarating rush of adventure to the serene moments of quiet contemplation in the mountains, every experience becomes an opportunity for growth and self-discovery.

Join us on this journey of exploration and transformation, where the flow state becomes your guiding force for unlocking peak performance and inner fulfillment. Through experiential workshops, guided meditations, and outdoor adventures, you’ll cultivate resilience, creativity, and a profound sense of purpose. Step into the flow and embark on a path to living a life of authenticity, joy, and unlimited potential.

Key Takeaways:

– Experience heightened creativity and problem-solving abilities

– Enhance focus, concentration, and productivity in all areas of life

– Cultivate a sense of presence and mindfulness in every moment

– Develop resilience and adaptability to navigate life’s challenges with ease

– Connect deeply with your inner wisdom and intuition for greater clarity and purpose

Workshop Start: April 8th 2026
Workshop End: April 12th 2026
Refreshments: Light refreshments provided during workshop
Hotel: TBD
Tuition Covers: Workshop, lodging based on double occupancy & parking!

In a world that constantly bombards us with alarming news, urgent notifications, and endless messages, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Our built-in “self-protective system” has served us well for millennia, keeping us safe by scanning for danger and alerting us to potential threats. But today, it often runs unchecked—firing off alarms for situations that may not truly endanger us.

The result? A relentless cycle of fear and uncertainty. Stressors pile up, one after the other, fueled by media, well-meaning friends, and our own inner dialogue. For many of us, a generalized sense of insecurity has become the new normal.

This 4-day immersive workshop is your chance to break free from that cycle.
Together, we’ll:

• Explore how your self-protective system operates and learn to differentiate between real threats and unnecessary alarms.
• Shift your perspective to reduce fear’s hold on your daily life.
• Curate a personalized set of tools designed to help you cultivate a lasting sense of calm and resilience.

This is not about ignoring fear—it’s about mastering it. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to harness fear and uncertainty, transforming them into opportunities for clarity and growth.

The task before us is clear: Learn when to listen to fear and when to quiet its voice, so you can approach the future with confidence and calm.

Workshop Details:
Start Date: Thursday June 25th – 1pm
End Date: Sunday June 28th 2026 – 1pm
Refreshments: Coffee provided; Meals on own  
Venue: TBD, CA
Tuition Covers: Workshop, Parking and Lodging based on double occupancy

We tend to think of moments of awe as being rare. The birth of a child. Staring into the depths of the Grand Canyon. Taking in the vastness of Machu Picchu. Events that we can count on one hand, two if we are lucky. Yet, there are opportunities to experience awe many times in a single day.

If you have been dedicating resources to personal growth and transformation, you have undoubtedly worked to quiet many of the nagging “issues” that we as humans accumulate while being alive. You have opened up space for something else. Why not fill it with a practice of finding awe. Why awe? Because awe is truly a magical emotion! According to Dacher Kelter, professor of psychology at UC Berkeley, awe transforms us “by quieting the nagging, self-critical, overbearing, status-conscious voice of our self, or ego, and empowering us to collaborate, open our minds to wonders and to see the deep patterns of life…awe brings us joy, meaning, community, healthier bodies and more creative minds”. And we can learn how to put ourselves in positions to experience moments of awe on a daily basis.

This is the essence of “Everyday Awe: Savoring Moments of Wonder,” the Magnum Debut workshop crafted by Betty Jo Waxman. We will learn about the eight wonders of life – the conditions that make awe more likely to occur. We will practice creating them! And we will immerse ourselves in moments of wonder, surrounded by the infectious enthusiasm and deep expertise of Betty Jo Waxman and her lifelong collaborator, Lindon O. Crow.

Awe has the extraordinary ability to expand how we see the world and ourselves within it. It makes us feel alive, connected, and part of something greater. At this retreat, Betty Jo guides you to unlock these moments daily, not just in grand vistas but in the smile of a friend, the brush of wind against skin, or the quiet perseverance of nature. Perched majestically amidst rolling hills, our castle retreat exudes an air of otherworldly wonder, with its soaring towers and ivy-clad walls creating a fantastical backdrop for our journey into the emotion of awe. Enveloped by lush, mystical landscapes and the gentle echo of history, you’ll find yourself immersed in a sanctuary where awe is not just felt but lived!

Journey Through Awe – What You Will Take Home:

1. A New Vision: See the world through new eyes, where wonders never cease and every day promises a fresh sense of joy.
2. A Creative Spark: Feel a surge in creativity as awe breaks down old mental barriers and opens new windows of possibility.
3. Deeper Connections: Discover the silent threads of empathy and understanding that awe weaves between us, strengthening bonds with those around us.
4. Calmness Amidst Chaos: Learn to harness awe’s power to soothe the mind, offering tranquility in turbulent times.
5. Tools for Transformation: Equip yourself with practical ways to cultivate awe through simple, everyday actions and reflections.
6. A Slower Clock: Experience time expanding as awe helps you live fully in each moment, making life seem richer and more fulfilling.
7. Resilience: Build emotional resilience as awe teaches you to find beauty and meaning in life’s highs and lows.
8. Joyful Exuberance: Carry home the exuberance that comes from daily doses of awe, infusing your life with happiness and vitality.
9. Reflective Insights: Engage in profound personal reflections that help integrate these awe-filled experiences into your life’s narrative.
10. Inspiring Leadership: Become a leader who inspires awe and wonder, influencing others with your renewed outlook and enthusiastic spirit.

“Everyday Awe: Savoring Moments of Wonder” isn’t just a retreat—it’s a transformative journey that beckons you to live a life punctuated by awe, making ordinary moments extraordinary. Join us to embrace this magnificent emotion that quietly shapes our health, happiness, and understanding of the universe.

Workshop Details:
Workshop Dates: Sunday August 2nd –  Tuesday August 11th, 2026
Workshop Timing: TBD
Hotel: Thornbury Castle in Great Britian  
Meals: All meals included; except on free days
Tuition Covers: Workshop, lodging based on double occupancy, activities and all ground transportation; Flight on own

Awe-Inspiring After Party 
Tack on a spectacular viewing of the solar eclipse in the full-totality path!
Tuition: $4,495 per person
August 11th-14th, 2026
Oviedo, Spain
Tuition Covers: Transportation from the castle to the hotel in Spain, transportation to and from the eclipse viewing location, daily breakfast, one group dinner, all workshop/group activities, and workshop content

In the vast and rugged wilderness of the Eastern Sierra, this horseback expedition is designed to take you beyond theory and into practice. Through the challenges of horse-packing, group dynamics, and the profound presence of highly sensitive horses, you will deepen your ability to replace drama with empowered responses.

This immersive experience offers an opportunity to cultivate responsibility for your choices, navigate interpersonal dynamics with clarity, and develop a greater sense of personal mastery.

Together, we’ll:

• Recognize and shift disempowering patterns in personal and professional relationships.
• Develop self-mastery through experiential learning with horses and nature.
• Strengthen collaboration by practicing conscious communication and leadership.
• Harness the wisdom of nature and horses to receive honest, reflective feedback and refine your responses.

This journey is not just about horseback riding, it’s about expanding your capacity for conscious choice, self-awareness, and empowerment – and the wilderness is one place that stimulates that for us. “Wilderness is not a luxury but a necessity of the human spirit.” – John Muir

Note: Weight limit of 240lbs and need approval for weight over 200lbs

Workshop Details:
Dates: Thursday September 24th – Sunday September 27th 2026
Times: TBD  
Location: Eastern Sierra (Hilton Lakes or East Fork of Rock Creek)
Tuition Covers: Workshop, activities (i.e. horseback riding, campfires, hiking, etc.), camp lodging and meals.

Workshop Start: Monday, October 19th, 2026
Workshop End: Friday, October 23rd, 2026
Main Retreat Location: Westerbeke Ranch, Sonoma CA
Post-Trip End (Optional):  Sunday, October 25th, 2026
Post-Trip Location: Casa Bella Estate, Kenwood CA
Tuition Covers: Workshop, Lodging in cabins and all meals (for the main retreat) and Workshop lodging and group dinner (for the post trip)

Step away from the relentless pace of everyday life and step into a space designed exclusively for men ready to unlock their deepest potential. Over the course of five extraordinary days, this retreat offers more than a pause, it’s a bold invitation to dive headfirst into your innermost intricacies and emerge with a renewed sense of clarity, purpose, and strength.

Set against a backdrop of breathtaking natural beauty, every element of this retreat is crafted to facilitate profound exploration and transformation. This isn’t just a getaway; it’s a launchpad for personal evolution that will ripple across every corner of your life: your partnership, your family, your career, your leadership, and your self-understanding.

Through guided exercises, thought-provoking workshops, and moments of solitude and reflection, you’ll confront the truths you’ve been avoiding, unearth the strength you didn’t know you had, and cultivate the resilience required to lead with integrity and authenticity.

• Deep Self-Discovery: Peel back the layers of who you think you are to uncover the unshakable core of who you truly are.
• Real Connections: Build meaningful bonds with a group of men committed to growth, trust, and authenticity. Together, you’ll create a brotherhood that challenges, supports, and inspires.
• Actionable Growth: Gain tools and insights you can take home, empowering you to show up more fully for your spouse or partner, connect more deeply with your kids, lead with purpose at work, and find greater fulfillment in every area of your life.

This retreat is for the man who knows there’s more to life than surface success and is ready to claim the depth, balance, and power he deserves. You’ll leave behind the noise and return with a renewed sense of self—grounded, capable, and deeply aligned with your values.

Don’t wait to create the life you’ve always wanted to live. Take this step for yourself and for the people who matter most to you. The transformation starts here.

Have you ever avoided a tough conversation because you weren’t sure how it would go? Or jumped into one at the wrong time – only to end up frustrated and disconnected? Maybe you’ve longed for more intimacy, but daily life keeps getting in the way.

This retreat isn’t just about fixing problems – it’s about amplifying what’s already good and making it extraordinary.

You’ll step away from the noise of daily life and immerse yourselves in a luxurious, romantic setting designed for deep connection, open-hearted communication, and rekindling the fire between you.

Your Relationship Is Your Greatest Investment

Think about it: You tune up your car. You track your health. You set goals in your career. But when’s the last time you prioritized your relationship with the same level of care?

Intimacy isn’t self-sustaining – it needs attention, adventure, and intentionality. At this retreat, you’ll rediscover the magic of being truly seen and understood by your partner while learning new ways to communicate, grow, and create a relationship that thrives.

What You’ll Explore Together:

💡 Elevating Your Purpose as a Couple – Clarify your shared vision for the future and align your values.
💡 Balancing Individuality & Partnership – Strengthen your bond while embracing personal growth.
💡 Turning the Expected into the Exceptional – Keep romance alive even in the routines of everyday life.
💡 The Art of Authentic Communication – Navigate difficult conversations with love and confidence.
💡 And So Much More…

Whether you’re in a new romance, navigating a major life transition, or wanting to deepen decades of love, this retreat is designed to bring you closer than ever.

Your relationship is worth it. Your love story is still being written. 🔥

Ready to experience something unforgettable? Join us for the 2026 Couples Retreat.

Tuition is per individual.

Workshop Start: Friday, December 11th, 2026
Workshop End: Sunday, December 13th, 2026
Refreshments: Light refreshments provided during workshop
Hotel: TBD
Tuition Covers: Workshop, lodging based on double occupancy and self parking; Meals on own