Private retreat vs group retreat
Private retreats offer attention and flexibility at a higher per person cost; group retreats add peers and accountability. Choose by how much you want other people involved.
A private retreat gives you or a small party sole attention and a flexible schedule; a group retreat gives you a cohort, shared energy and usually a lower per person cost. Pick private for privacy and customization, group for accountability and peers.
What you gain and give up
| Factor | Private | Group |
|---|---|---|
| Attention from coaches | High | Shared |
| Schedule control | High | Set by the cohort |
| Peer network | None or small | Built in |
| Accountability | Self driven | Social |
| Typical price logic | Higher per person | Often lower per person |
| Privacy | High | Moderate |
Who each suits
- Private: sensitive situations, tight schedules, or someone who dislikes group settings.
- Group: owners who are isolated and want peers who understand their position.
- Small group: a middle path; ask how many guests per coach.
Lions Gate's published tiers
Lions Gate Retreats publishes a Solo Warrior option at $12,000 for 30 days, a couples option, The Reset, at $9,500 per person, and a three man option, The Brotherhood, at $8,500 per person (lionsgateretreats.com, checked 2026-10-12). Those are the published figures on that date; prices can change, so confirm on the official site. The pattern shows how per person cost can fall as party size rises.
How to decide
- List what you want from the other people there, if anything.
- Ask whether private means no other guests at all or just a private room.
- Compare total cost including what is billed separately.
See 14 days vs 30 days away from the business for how length changes the decision.
Checks on any private offer
- Is it truly exclusive, or are others on site who share staff and facilities?
- Can the program be customized, and who decides?
- Is the coach assigned to you the same person throughout?
Checks on any group offer
- How is the cohort chosen, and is there a screening step?
- What is the maximum group size?
- What is the mix of experience levels?
Lions Gate describes an application and private conversation to assess fit (lionsgateretreats.com, checked 2026-10-12). Screening is a sign a provider cares about group chemistry, but it is also a gate you should plan time for.
Questions people ask
Is private always more expensive per person?
Often, but compare actual quotes. Some formats price small groups lower per person, as Lions Gate's published tiers show.
Will I make useful contacts in a group?
It depends on the cohort. Ask about group size and who attends.
Can I switch after booking?
Ask about change terms in writing before paying.
Sources and further reading
Ready to see if Lions Gate fits?
Review the current program and request your place directly with Lions Gate. Pricing, eligibility and booking terms are set by the retreat.
Request a place →Lions Gate Retreats advertises on The Company Chronicle. This guide was written by our editorial team from public sources and general professional practice; it does not describe a guarantee, quote or offer from Lions Gate Retreats. Confirm current terms, prices and availability with the operator before you decide.