Interest Form: Host Your Retreat at Big Bear Retreat Center
Thank you for your interest in hosting a retreat at Big Bear Retreat Center for your group. We currently review these applications on a rolling basis, based on availability. Generally it is best to request dates 3-6+ months before your retreat. We can sometimes review requests 1-3 months (more details below). Anything less than 3 months we are likely unable to accommodate.

Information provided will help us to better understand your intended retreat, your group, and organization- and to help us determine if we are aligned and able to accommodate. Generally, after you submit we will reach out within 5 -10 business days with more information, answers to your specific questions, and to schedule a time to connect if we are a good fit. If you have any additional questions, please feel free to reach out to programs@bigbearretreatcenter.org. 

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2024 RETREAT CALENDAR IS FULL

2025 RETREAT CALENDAR WILL OPEN MAY, 2024 (we are accepting inquiries and requests for 2025)
We are now accepting inquiries and requests for the 2025 calendar. We will officially be connecting about 2025 rates and scheduling starting May, 2024. Please feel free to submit inquiries before then at any time. We anticipate 2025 planning from May through August, 2024.

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GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT RENTING THE CENTER

Rates:- Please contact us for group booking rates.

About the Center- We are located in about 100 acres of mainly undeveloped pine forest and hiking trails, connected to 1,400 acres of protected forested land. The Center itself consists of 13 buildings around a 5 -10 min walk across campus. We have 11 residential cabins with 35 bedrooms total and can accommodate 50 -70 people total. 

  • Cabins are around 3 bedroom, 2bath small homes with a kitchen, living room, wifi, central heat and a deck in nature. Room types consist of single room private bathroom, single room shared bath, double rooms, and triple rooms.

  • Our Meditation/Meeting Hall is a large (2500 sq foot) open space great for meditation practice, movement, or circular/classroom gathering. It has most of the amenities groups need (full A/v setup- wireless mics, speakers, projector/tv; yoga mats/blocks; meditation essentials zafus and zabutan cushions and other props).

  • Our Dining Hall offers indoor/outdoor dining options, has a full kitchen staff that prepares 3 meals a day, and is open 24/7 with self-service coffee, tea and snacks. There are several beautiful nature hiking trails from the center and we are adjacent to the national forest with plenty of space in nature to explore and immerse.

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Programs @ Big Bear Retreat Center
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Email *
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Tell us more about your group, teaching team, and organization.
Please include a website
Please briefly describe what past residential in-person retreat hosting experience you, your group, teachers or organizers have.
Group or Retreat Title *
Estimated group size (please include a range of minimum to max if possible) *
Is this a closed group, or are you opening up registration to the public?
What type of retreat will this be? Please select the best option or write in to best describe your group *
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Intended stay dates at BBRC *
Please include a few options or ranges if your dates are flexible. If your dates are set, please indicate. Note that retreats begin after check-in and dinner, and depart after breakfast and morning session. 

2024: please note our calendar is full.

2025: we are accepting requests and will open 2025 discussions April 15, 2024
Meals are included in all of our rates and stays at the center for groups. Is there anything we should be aware about meals for your group? *
Meals are generally vegetarian, starting with dinner on arrival through to breakfast on departure. We can provide meat options and extra meals on arrival/departure for additional costs.
We are a residential retreat center that provides space for embodied mindfulness, respite and healing that is inclusive and accessible. Please share more about your group, mission and how you would be a good fit / aligned with our retreat center. *
Anything else we should know about your group or this retreat? Any other special requests, needs, or specific information about the group or your planned activities. *
Ideally, when are you looking to finalize your booking by? *
Please describe your intended program and needs more to help us better understand your programming. Do you anticipate adding on or incorporating any of the services that the center can offer or coordinate?
Add-ons- we host a variety of groups and teachers so we also offer add-ons to support your retreat. Our typical rental add-ons include:
  • Registration and payment management
  • Meat menu options
  • Menu customization
  • Additional services and programs hosted by the center 
  • Retreat Management and Teacher Support Staff
The center offers complimentary basic services such as guided hikes and guided meditations. We can offer additional services provided by our staff or local service partners, such as: 
  • Private yoga classes
  • Breathwork
  • Bodywork and Massages
  • Soundbaths
  • Thematic hikes such as foraging 
Do you have any specific questions you'd like to us address, that isn't mentioned above?
Thank you. Someone from BBRC will be in touch with you shortly to discuss options.
We will generally respond within 5 business days. If you have any questions in the meantime please contact us at programs@bigbearretreatcenter.org. 

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