The Forge

Where Global Retreat Leaders Are Shaped

A 5-day immersive mastermind for women ready to make retreats a profitable, sustainable part of their business

April 22-27, 2026 | El Pescadero, Mexico | Limited to 5 Women

I'm In!

This is for you if...

You've been dreaming about leading retreats and bringing more in-person experiences into your business or maybe you've led one or two but know you're playing small.

You're ready to step into the identity of the woman who confidently leads transformational, high-end retreats around the world and most importantly.. Profitable.

You know the vision is there. You just need the strategy, the support, and the space to make it real.

The Forge was designed for exactly this moment.

THE EXPERIENCE

Retreat Strategy

with yours truly… Melissa Dawn (The Retreat Alchemist)

Everything you need to build and lead high-end retreats:

Envisioning your signature retreat
Boundaries that protect your energy
Pricing & logistics mastery
Energetics of holding space powerfully

Identity & Wealth Work

Deep transformational work with our favourite world-class facilitator Anita Guerini on embodying the woman who makes retreats profitable and sustainable + how to weave philanthropy into your retreats seamlessly.

Guided Mastermind Sessions

Real-talk by the pool in Baja sunshine on the stuff nobody talks about:

Pricing psychology
Marketing & filling retreats
Legal essentials
Vendor relationships
Burnout prevention
Creating signature experiences

Adventure & Giveback

Experience what a world-class retreat feels like firsthand with adventure woven throughout and a meaningful giveback to the local community.

Announcing the beautiful givebacks we will be a part of on socials

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The Details

📍 Private villa in El Pescadero, Mexico — minutes from the Pacific Ocean

📅 April 22nd-27th, 2026

👥 Limited to 5 women

✈️ All-inclusive except flights

Book a Call to Discuss Your Investment + Payment Options

Everything You Need is Taken Care Of

From the moment you land to the moment you leave, every detail has been thoughtfully curated so you can focus on one thing: your transformation.

5 nights in your own private suite at a stunning villa
All meals lovingly prepared by your in-house chef or out at the hottest places to eat
Airport transportation
Half-day excursion to the magical town of Todos Santos (shopping & lunch)
Adventure activity that'll push you just slightly out of your comfort zone (in the best way!)
All excursions & experiences
Spacious mornings for your own routine as entrepreneurs (meditation, movement, or simply the luxury of rest)
There is a beautiful roof top gym at our location for you baddies who need to get that movement every day!

+ A few beautiful surprises are still in the works...

All-inclusive except flights

AFTER THE FORGE

I'm Not Just Sending You Home With a Plan

3 Months of WhatsApp Support

After our 5 days together, you get direct WhatsApp access to me for 3 months as you plan and execute your retreat.

Questions about vendors? Budget questions? Need support before you launch? I'm there.

Exclusive Retreat Attendee Benefit

As a Forge participant, you'll receive 30% off my in-person retreat support for your first retreat.

You'll get exclusive graduate pricing when you're ready to have me there with you.

The Location

One of my favourite places in the world, and that's saying a lot. I’ve been all over the globe and I still come back to this area and fall in love with it all over again!

There's something about this stretch of Baja that feels like magic. The Pacific Ocean. The desert meets the sea. The warmth of the community. The food. The coffee. The sunsets.

I keep coming back & in April, I'm bringing you with me.

El Pescadero, Mexico

Your host,

Melissa

Over a decade ago, I was in property management in a ski town, creating experiences for travelers from around the world. I loved making people feel at home in unfamiliar spaces. I loved the details. I loved the magic of it all.

But that industry eventually ate me up and spit me out.

What it didn’t take, was my passion for creating unforgettable experiences.

For the past several years, I've been doing that work in a completely different way…as the Retreat Alchemist, partnering with coaches, healers, and women founders to bring their retreat visions to life across the globe

I've supported dozens of female entrepreneurs in hosting successful, profitable retreats. I've been there for the sold-out moments, the "I can't believe this is happening" texts, and the post-retreat highs when they realize they just created something truly transformational.

I've also seen what holds retreat leaders back: the overwhelm, the pricing fear, the logistics paralysis, the identity gap between who they are now and who they need to be to lead at that level.

That's why I created The Forge.

Because I believe you don't just need strategy, you need transformation. You need to embody the woman who confidently leads retreats, charges what she's worth, and builds something sustainable.

What lights me up about this work? Being of service in the most aligned way. Co-creating something amazing with you while ensuring your participants feel completely taken care of. Watching you step into your power and claim the retreat leader identity that's been waiting for you.

A big part of my own manifestation process comes through putting myself in places I've never been! Anchoring in what I desire more of by getting uncomfortable. Let's get edgy together and create the retreat business you've been dreaming about.

FAQ

The Forge is designed for women who are either just starting their retreat leader journey or are ready to take their retreat business to the next level. Whether you've never led a retreat or have led a few and know you're ready to charge more and scale. This retreat is for you.
We're gathering at a stunning private villa in El Pescadero, Mexico. Just minutes from the Pacific Ocean in the beautiful Baja California Sur region.
You'll fly into Los Cabos International Airport (SJD). From there, transportation to and from the villa is included.
Flights to and from Los Cabos (SJD) are not included. Everything else, accommodation, meals, excursions, transportation are taken care of for you.
The Forge is intentionally intimate. Limited to just 5 women. This ensures deep connection, personalized attention, and a truly transformational experience.
Investment details are shared on a short discovery call. Book yours below. We'd love to chat and answer any questions you have.
Yes! Payment plan options are available and discussed on your discovery call.
Absolutely. The Forge is designed to meet you exactly where you are, whether you're dreaming of your first retreat or ready to scale to more!
You'll have 3 months of direct WhatsApp access to Melissa for ongoing planning support as you execute your retreat. Plus, as a Forge graduate, you'll receive 30% off Melissa's in-person retreat support for your first retreat.