Couples Retreats

Getting the Love You Want

Upcoming Couples Weekend Retreat in Alberta

Are You Ready to Fall in Love Again at a Couples Retreat?

Our upcoming Couples Weekend Retreat in Alberta is the perfect opportunity for you and your loved one to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and reconnect in a beautiful and serene setting. With stunning scenery, luxurious accommodations, and a range of activities designed to bring you closer together, this retreat is tailor-made for couples like you.


While the retreat itself doesn't include spa treatments or guided hikes, these experiences can be easily added to your itinerary to create a truly unforgettable weekend. Imagine spending your days exploring picturesque hiking trails hand in hand, indulging in gourmet meals prepared by top chefs, and pampering yourselves with spa treatments. This retreat is all about creating lasting memories and deepening your bond with your partner by adding to this incredible weekend experience.


Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience. Reserve your spot for the upcoming Couples Weekend Retreat in Alberta today and give your relationship the rejuvenation it deserves.

Getting the Love You Want Couples Weekend


The fee for the 2.5 day weekend is ONLY $1195 per couple

Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged.


Fall in love all over again with your partner at this 2.5 day event for couples. Whether you are in the blissful romantic stage of the relationship or on the edge of separation/divorce, this weekend retreat will change your relationship life.

Upcoming Retreats

Our weekend couples retreats are for YOU if:

  • You are in a good relationship and want to deepen your connection
  • You and your partner seem to be drifting apart
  • You are just starting a new relationship and want it to be the best it can be
  • You are preparing for marriage and want to ensure a lasting love relationship
  • You are considering ending your relationship because it feels hopeless and want to know if it is worth saving your relationship
  • You feel stuck in your relationship and can’t seem to move forward
  • You keep having the same arguments over and over
  • You’ve been married before and want to learn how to avoid repeating past mistakes
  • You want to find the full potential of your relationship and learn about yourself
  • You are undecided about staying together
  • You are a therapist and you want to find a great resource for your clients (and your own relationship!)
  • You and your partner want to create a better climate for the development of your children
Upcoming Dates

Our weekend retreats are for YOU if:

  • You are in a good relationship and want to deepen your connection
  • You and your partner seem to be drifting apart
  • You are just starting a new relationship and want it to be the best it can be
  • You are preparing for marriage and want to ensure a lasting love relationship
  • You are considering ending your relationship because it feels hopeless and want to know if it is worth saving your relationship
  • You feel stuck in your relationship and can’t seem to move forward
  • You keep having the same arguments over and over
  • You’ve been married before and want to learn how to avoid repeating past mistakes
  • You want to find the full potential of your relationship and learn about yourself
  • You are undecided about staying together
  • You are a therapist and you want to find a great resource for your clients (and your own relationship!)
  • You and your partner want to create a better climate for the development of your children
Upcoming Retreats

Couples Retreat Testimonials

The Location

Address:

The Juniper Hotel

1 Juniper Way Unit 2, Banff, AB T1L 1E1

The Schedule

Date:

May 23rd - 25th, 2025


Hours:

Friday 1 - 6
Saturday 9 - 6
Sunday 9 - 5

Couples Retreat Agenda & Format

 

  • This weekend is composed of a blend of lectures on the dynamics of intimate relationships, self-exploration and writing work.
  • You will learn new skills – effective ways to communicate that will allow you to truly listen and gain a new understanding of each other with compassion.
  • You will be able to change negative patterns, moving away from conflict to appreciation thus enhancing your safety and connection. Having achieved this, the passion and pleasure is renewed in your relationship.
  • A significant portion of the weekend retreat is spent privately practicing these new tools with your partner. While you are invited to share your insights and experiences within the larger group, all such sharing is optional.

 

About the Location

Friday

  • Welcome & Introduction

Saturday

  • Stages of Relationships and Dynamics of Relationships
  • Re-imaging your Partner
  • Learning New Methods of Communication

Sunday

  • Restructuring Frustrations and Closing our Exits
  • Revisioning and Re-romanticizing
  • Closing and Good-bye

What to Expect at a Couples Weekend Retreat?

The Weekend Retreat is composed of:
  • A safe and supportive environment that respects your privacy
  • Understanding the predictable stages of relationships, including the inevitable frustrations and struggles that occur in all intimate relationships 
  • A deeper understanding of how your personal history impacts your current relationship
  • To learn to communicate your feelings, needs and desires without causing pain
  • A workbook designed by Harville Hendrix that is yours to use and keep
  • To rediscover the depth of your passion and joy (or perhaps to experience it for the first time)

What You Will Discover At A Couples Weekend Retreat:

  • Why the very qualities that attracted you to each other now often drive you crazy
  • How to get to the root of your problems and learn how to dissolve them
  • How to successfully communicate your frustrations and desires and ask for what you need
  • How your childhood conditioning and previous relationships are affecting you in your relationships today
  • How to embrace conflict as an opportunity for growth and healing, not a signal to give up
  • How you and your partner can express your love and appreciation in ways that touch each of you
  • How to create emotional safety in your relationship resulting in fun, romance, passion and intimacy

Things To Consider For Your Couples Retreat:

  • This weekend is designed to create a safe and comfortable environment for all participants. Your privacy is important. We encourage you to participate to your comfort level and you are not required to speak in front of the large group.
  • You will have several opportunities to work alone and with your partner. Support therapists are available to assist you and answer your questions throughout the weekend. Confidentiality is respected and maintained at all times.  
  • This weekend retreat is intended to be educational; it is not intended to be a substitute for therapy. It has been utilized by thousands of couples in twenty countries and is now available on five continents.
  • This weekend is not a quick fix. It is a realistic understanding of the path to a safe and passionate partnership, a roadmap of the journey, and the tools needed to get you there.
  • All couples are welcome regardless of marital status or sexual orientation.
  • Many people find the weekend retreats to be an excellent  experience that transforms their relationships forever. In learning this “new way to love” you will make difference in ALL of your relationships.

Most Common Questions About Couples and Marriage Retreats

  • What Is a Couples Retreat?

    Our couples retreats offer a special weekend for you and your loved one to reconnect and reestablish your love for each other. We focus on identifying what obstacles exist in your relationship and help you develop effective methods of communication to address them.


    We do this by: 

    • Encouraging couples to focus on why they are together in the first place.
    • Promoting positivity and effective communication exercises and tools.
    • Building a foundation of trust and understanding through an empathetic approach.
    • Highlighting the unique struggles that you both face in a relationship.
    • Creating a relaxing and stress-free environment where you can focus on being with each other without worrying about your daily struggles.

    Relationships are complex and take time, and there isn’t a magic answer to why you may be experiencing problems. But with the right mindset and an empathetic approach, you can rekindle the flame.


  • What Happens at a Marriage Retreat?

    Marriage retreats offer you and your loved one a great opportunity to reflect and rebuild your relationship. Our couples retreats are held all throughout Alberta, with many of them taking place at the beautiful Banff National Park.


    Surrounded by the magnificence of nature—couples will have the opportunity to reflect, bond, and obtain the help they need with guidance from registered psychotherapist and certified Imago relationship therapist Kathleen Maiman.


    Couples can engage in one-on-one bonding time, group discussions, activities, and other exercises designed to turn this into a romantic getaway for you and your loved one.


    All of these activities and exercises help you and your partner learn useful skills that will strengthen your relationship and teach you the importance of empathy and patience.


  • What is the schedule of the Banff Couples Weekend Retreat?

    Hours:

    Friday 1-6

     Saturday 9-6

     Sunday 9-4:30


    Saturday and Sunday lunch breaks will be 1.5 hours in length. Tea and coffee are provided throughout the weekend.

  • Where is the Banff Couples Weekend Retreat held?

    The weekend is held at the Juniper Hotel in Banff.

  • Is accommodation included in the weekend retreat fee?

    Accommodation and meals are not included in the weekend retreat fee. If attending the Banff Weekend Retreat, couples are encouraged to stay at the Juniper Hotel  where the weekend is held. This weekend is highly experiential and couples who have stayed at the hotel report that the “retreat atmosphere” allowed them to stay in connection without the common distractions.

  • Is there a discounted rate at The Juniper Hotel while attending the retreat in Banff?

    Yes, there are rooms allotted for the event on a first come first serve basis at a reduced rate.

  • Do I have to stay at the location during the retreat??

    No, you are welcome to book your accommodation at any location in the area that is preferred.

  • Where are the Calgary and Edmonton Couples Weekend Retreats held?

    The Calgary Retreats will be held at 4723 1st Street SW, Suite 200.


    The location of the Edmonton weekend is to be determined and will be announced.

  • What is the schedule of the Calgary and Edmonton Couples Weekend Retreat?

    Hours:

    Friday 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

    Saturday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

    Sunday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm


    Saturday and Sunday lunch breaks will be 1.5 hours in length. Tea and coffee are provided throughout the weekend.

  • Is there anything I have to do to prepare for the weekend retreat?

    Some information will be sent to you about a week prior to the Couples Weekend Retreat. The exercises are requested to be completed prior to attending. The only other preparation is to bring an open mind and heart, curiousity and a desire to have a better relationship.

  • What is the cancellation policy? Can I cancel or postpone the weekend retreat?

    A cancellation of 10 or more days prior to the weekend will result in reimbursement less a $100 administrative fee.  Less than 9 days, you may transfer your funds to a future weekend within one year.

  • How will I know if there is availability at the Couples Weekend Retreat?

    If there is availability, you will be able to complete the online registration.

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