Prepare your business for time away
Retreat budget worksheet for founders
List program, travel, insurance, cover and re-entry costs, enter your own numbers and see the total. Confirm prices on official sites.
A retreat budget has more lines than the headline price: travel, program, extras, insurance, lost income and re-entry costs. List every line, enter your own numbers and compare the total with what you expect to gain. The tool on this page totals what you enter.
Direct costs
- Program fee (confirm what it includes)
- Flights and ground transport
- Travel insurance
- Spending money, tips, local costs
- Gear and clothing
Business costs
Include temporary cover for your role, any contractor help, and software or subscription changes. If your income drops while you are away, include it as a line even if you do not pay it out. Talk to your accountant about whether any part is a business expense; do not assume it is.
After the trip
Add a buffer for catch-up work and for any program you adopt after returning, such as a coach or gym membership.
Illustrative published figure
Lions Gate Retreats lists a 30 day Solo Warrior price of $12,000, per its site on 2026-10-12. Replace figures with your own quotes. See How to compare retreat quotes line by line to compare.
Check the numbers with a professional
Whether any part of a retreat counts as a business expense depends on your jurisdiction and the facts. Ask your accountant before assuming a deduction. Government sites such as irs.gov publish general information, but they are not a substitute for advice about your own case.
How to use the total
Once the total is in front of you, divide by days and compare with the value you expect. Consider less costly options too: a shorter stay, a closer destination, or a smaller group tier. The worksheet is a planning tool; the figures you enter are yours and are not forecasts from this site.
Questions people ask
Is a retreat tax deductible?
Rules vary. Ask your accountant; do not assume.
Should I include lost income?
Yes, as a line, so you see the full cost.
How big a buffer?
Choose one that suits your finances. It is your decision.
Sources and further reading
Ready to see if Lions Gate fits?
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