Do you long to meet, be mentored by, and network with other writers?
Would you like to learn more about crafting your story or refining your work?
I enjoy working with new aspiring writers ~ the ones determined and ready!
October 2-8, 2022
Crafting your Story
Writer's Retreat
Do you need inspiration or guidance to write?
You can feel it ~ that book has been calling you... the one that lights your fire!
I'm ready to give my story a voice and connect with a deeper purpose and message for the world
What you need to craft your story...
You can confidently bring the work inside you to fruition when you schedule a getaway with like minded individuals to encourage and support you.
* Overcome your writing fears
* Develop your idea
* Learn tips from authors
* Create suspense in your story
* Emotional Engagement
* Character development
* Story Arc
* Velocity of your story
* Essential Purpose
* Targeted Effects
* Fiction or Non Fiction
* Impactful ending
Travel opens a whole world of experiences to create stories.
Inspiration from the stars
How can I make a difference?
If you have come to a moment in your life where this question echos in your heart, then this Retreat is for you.
FIND YOUR PURPOSE!
Gather under the indigo skies, imagine what your life would be like when you listen to the voice of your soul.
Allow the voice of your soul and the magic from the cosmos inspire you to write. Share your message with the world! We need it more than ever!
Oh, bring your camera for amazing photos ops!
Insights from the Red Rocks
Remove yourself from the chaos!
Have you been struggling over the last few years and unable to focus?
This powerful retreat is focused on shifting. Moving forward and manifesting your dreams.
Receive over 10 hours of story development coaching while enjoying the many sites in Sedona.
Five authors and award winning author and host, Gloria Coppola,
will also be sharing their tips during their one hour workshops.
Pristine and Historic Trail
Travel the land of your past to inform your present and shape your future.
This trail is our most serene and beautiful tour with rarely any other commercial or public Jeeps in this site.
This exciting and adventurous trail was traveled by General Crook in 1871 and includes a visit to the Seven Apache Pools and the famous Devil’s Kitchen sinkhole.
Even the cowboy guides are characters!
Perhaps they will inspire characters in your book.
Sedona has been inspiring writers and
movie makers and has produced over 100 movies
since 1923.
Are you the next brilliantly inspired individual
to create something in Sedona?
5 motivational days ~ Experiential ~ Fun!
Your Cowboy guides may be the next
character in your book!
This looks amazing! I can totally write here!
The Buddhist Stupa
Relax your mind
Creativity Flows
A quiet walk up the trail creates the ideal setting for you to find your special spot and journal.
Allow yourself to connect with your inner voice and the nature elements.
Using Breathless Writing techniques you will learn, let the words flow across your paper.
Our Destination
Sedona Sky Rock Inn
Between Heaven & Earth
Feel the energy from these ancient lands as you take advantage of the world-class hiking and biking trails, or jump aboard a Jeep tour, an incredible Sedona adventure awaits you.
Sky Rock Lounge, is located on stunning hilltop location and curated local wine list make it easy to linger inside with some light bites or enjoy the outdoor terrace with some s’mores under the star-lit sky.
Intimate grounds encourage a sense of community and reflection, while wellness workshops lend a sense of well-being. Fitness room and other thoughtful touches, like a customized trail map and mountain bike washing stations, make it easy to make the most of your surroundings.
I'm already feeling like a best selling author ~ Sign me up!
Benefits of a writing retreat
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Learn from professionals
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Make your characters come alive
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Tips to remove writing blocks and challenges
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See the world with new vision and insights
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Learn how to up level your creative writing skills
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Learn how to plan and plot your book
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Tap into your intuition to guide your life clearer by awakening your senses
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Complete a chapter in a book. You may decide to publish one day
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Surprise yourself - you are more gifted than you realized
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Gain inspiration with feedback from authors and new friends
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Traveling and writing open you to new direction in life
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Have Fun while exploring
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Meet your author family
REGISTER HERE AND SECURE YOUR SPACE WITH A DEPOSIT - I have read the cancellation policy below
Meet the Speakers ~ Fiction & Non Fiction
Design & Publishing ~ Best Selling Authors
Learn their secrets to writing, publishing & marketing
~Gloria Coppola ~ Nicole Walker ~ Angela Jones-Taul ~ Robin Magaddino ~
Darlene Kline ~ Irene Medina
Spend 10 hours with Gloria learning how to craft your story
Ask questions - Start writing - Develop skills
Each author will be hosting a one hour interactive workshop.
Learn from writing mentors
How to create suspense or mystery in a story, how your words create emotional connections, Conquer your sabotaging beliefs, find your emotional connection, etc.
By the end of the retreat you will have started your story.
What's Included in Your VIP Coaching Retreat
Crescent Moon Ranch
Pre - Post Story Development Coaching Bonus
Jeep excursion to the 7 sacred pools
Private Trolley tour to the Holy Chapel
Meet and Greet Breakfast and welcome gift
Writing workshops with our authors - Locations at various sites - TBA
10 hours of writing tips "Crafting your story" with Gloria Coppola, best selling author
Visit Crescent moon ranch, writing inspiration, picnic lunch and photo opportunities
Local Ground Transportation provided
Nightly entertainment available
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RETREAT FEE & REGISTRATION - $1795.00 includes: All the writing workshops, coaching & trainings with all authors up to 10 hrs. Coaching Value $4500.
INCLUDES:
Jeep Tour to Soldiers Pass & Sacred Pools, Trolley tour to explore Sedona, (2) Breakfast, 2 lunches, 1 dinner and ground transportation for our excursions. (2) $25 vouchers to use at the marketplace/gift shop. Welcome breakfast Meet & Greet. Sound healing.
(Hotel is booked direct to Sky Rock)
EARLY REGISTRATION BONUS! Receive 2 story development review & coaching sessions. Pre & Post Conference. Must be paid in full to begin the coaching prior to the event. Value $695.00 (You will submit your work, up to 8,000 words, for review/suggestions/edits and receive a (2) 1 hour video chats to review the chapters. )
Scholarship winner will be announced on the final day. 1 Person will receive a $2500 story development coaching scholarship to be used by June 2023. A random drawing will be made based on participation of all writing exercises submitted during the retreat.
Register: $ 500 ( non-refundable) Deposit below. Receive an invoice for the remaining balancing due no later than August, 30 , 2022. 2 Installment payments are set up if you prefer.
Hotel Reservation - Reserve directly with Sky Rock Inn . See special discounted link down below
Included daily yoga and meditation classes, Free shuttle to downtown stores/restaurants within 3 miles, all day tea and coffee bar in the lobby, evening calendar of events. Rooms are paid directly to Sky Rock Inn and not included in your registration fee.
RETREAT ONLY DEPOSIT LINK
I have read and agree to the cancellation policy
Perhaps you have a hero's journey, a memoir or a mystery inside you to tell?
Maybe you want to write poetry or prose or express yourself clearer?
Receive the guidance ,support and encouragement from authors.
Reserve your room with a view at Sky Rock Inn Today
Standing in silent wonder, taking in the vibrant formations of the breathtaking red rock landscape, it’s clear that Sedona is more than a destination – it’s an experience. What's inside? You!
It’s a place where the breathtaking natural beauty connects to the spiritual realm – where what you feel is as powerful as what you see.
Enjoy a private Trolley Tour to The Chapel of The Holy Cross where you will have time to explore, feel the emotional energy that rise into your heart and learn from our guide more about the chapel and Airport Mesa.
Great Photo ops will be available.
Chapel of The Holy Cross
BONUSES ~ Pre & Post story development review & private coaching with Gloria
Scholarship offering worth $2500 ~ 1 winner chosen at the retreat
Your Deluxe Discounted Room with a view awaits you
~Book Directly on the link below for Oct. 2 - 8, 2022 ~
King or (2) Queens
Hot Tub, Heated Pool, Hotel Shuttle to local shops, Yoga, Meditation
Registration
Nearby healthy food options
Sample Itinerary
~Sample Itinerary and Times -
Writing workshop topics coming soon - Confirmation of excursions and times will be posted as we get closer to October.
Oct 2nd
Arrive at Sky Rock Inn
Meet us at the fire pit at 7pm
to say Hello
Have a restful evening
Our week together will be
filled with adventure, fun, writing skills, entertainment
and a like minded
community
Oct 6th
8:00 Yoga
8:30 Breakfast on your own
Jeep Tour
Soldiers Pass & Sacred Pools
Writing Workshop
4pm - Meet the Authors
Hotel Lobby
Dinner break
7pm Entertainment TBD
Oct 3rd
8:00 am Yoga
9:00 Meet & Greet
Breakfast Included
Trolley Tour - The Holy Chapel
Time TBD
Writing/Journal Time
Dinner break
7pm Nightly Entertainment
Oct 7th
8:00 Yoga
8:30 Breakfast on your own
10: 00
Writing Excursion
Lunch Included
Scholarship Winner
Group Dinner Included
More info coming
Evening closure
Oct 4th
8:00 am Yoga
8:30 Meditation
9:00 Breakfast at your restaurant choice
11 am - Fay Canyon
Writing Workshops
6 pm Dinner break
7:30m - Shaman Fire Ceremony
Oct 8th
Depart by 11 am
Safe Travels Home
Grateful we had the
opportunity to share this
amazing journey
together
Oct 5th
8:00 Breakfast included
Tour - All day
Crescent Moon Ranch/Cathedral Rock
Transportation provided
Lunch Included
Writing Workshops
7pm Special Bonus: Sound Healing Bath
What's Not Included
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Your round trip airfare from home to Arizona or any travel expenses
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Meals are not included, except for ones mentioned. There are many wonderful restaurants within walking distance. 2 breakfast, 2 lunch, 1 dinner.
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Any adult beverages you purchase
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Gratuities for the driver, tour guide, waiters, etc.
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Souvenir shopping, personal phone calls, extra events and services at the spa, etc.
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Personal, medical, or trip cancellation insurance (required)
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Any extra activities you choose to do in your free time - transportation is not included
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Extended travel time.
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Please NOTE: no recreational drugs are allowed and we ask that you limit your consumption of alcohol so everyone can experience a delightful excursion. Thank you.
Booking Information, Cancellation & Travel Insurance Information
Cancellation Policy and Booking Details
$ 500 on-refundable deposit due upon registration
Any cancellation will result in a total loss of the $500 USD non-refundable deposit.
Booking your flights
Fly into Phoenix or Flagstaff airport. Groome Shuttle Transportation is available or rental cars.
It is suggested you check in to your hotel room on Oct., 2nd by 3pm
We suggest you take travel insurance
Room Reservations
Room reservations are made directly with Sky Rock Inn and all accommodations are paid directly to them
with the balance for all other amenities/excursions etc. to me. You will receive more information when you register.
Please review Sky Rock Inn cancellation policy when you book your room!
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Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made after July 1st, 2022 will result in a 50% loss of the trip price, while any cancellations made thereafter will result in a total loss of funds. There are no land refunds for partial travel, excursions etc., that have been paid for in advance.
We reserve the right to cancel the trip if it does not meet the minimum number of participants or if there are travel restrictions due to Covid; however, if we do so your deposit can be credited to a future event or refunded.
The hotel enforces Force Majeure in the event performance is hindered, delayed, or prevented due to a pandemic or covid restrictions. In the event the retreat leader gets sick, they will provide a replacement.
Medical Release
All participants will receive a medical release form and are required to fill it out and return it to Gloria Coppola prior to the retreat. If you are on medications, please be sure to have a sufficient amount needed during your travels.
We reserve the right to change venues if some unforeseen circumstance requires us to do so.
We will be sure it's an equivalent or better venue.
Your personal arrangements for transportation and other travel services are not the responsibility of Sky Rock Inn or
Gloria Coppola and will not be held liable for any personal injury, property loss, damages, or incidences arising out of your personal travel arrangements.
Furthermore, Gloria Coppola and her employees, Sky Rock Inn Owners are not responsible for inclement weather, political acts, or any "acts of God" or the shortening of a trip due to these occurrences. Nor are they responsible for airline or ground operator defaults or repayment of monies lost due to default. Nor are they responsible for lost luggage. Flight schedules and accommodations are subject to change at any time, though such changes are not anticipated.
No refunds will be made for changes beyond the control of
retreats hosted by Gloria Coppola and Powerful Potential and Purpose publishing.
Excursions
You take full responsibility to be cautious, sign any waivers and agree to use caution while hiking, jeep tours, etc.
You will receive a release of liability form prior to the event that must be signed and returned.
Travel Insurance
We highly encourage you to secure travel insurance. Check to see if there are Covid Restrictions. In the event there are any travel restrictions are implemented we will determine how to proceed accordingly.
Trip cancellation insurance is always required whenever making travel plans.
You can use our suggested Travel Guard Insurance online and choose from several policy options.
I have read this and agree to all the terms. By placing my deposit I honor I have agreed to all these terms.
If you do not sign the additional liability release form, there are no exceptions and you will not be able to attend the retreat.
Testimonials from previous retreat participants...
I really enjoyed the Stream of Consciousness Writers retreat in Sedona, February 2022.
I loved that Gloria Coppola had authors talk about a different aspect of the writing process. Most memorable were be your authentic self and describing your characters. I liked the exercise of describing a piece of food we ate too. Never thought about how to describe a chocolate covered strawberry before. That was fun.
She is all about guiding the light to shine through people so they can live the best version of themselves.
I went, not as a book author, but as it may help me grow as a person and use writing skills I learned in my business. So, if you do not identify yourself as an author, I would still recommend you attend if her retreat calls to your heart. Even if it is one presenter you identify with. You will receive what you need from her retreat.
~ Traci Hardin
Gloria Coppola and her team of authors were amazing and had so much to offer in their presentations and guidance. This was a writing conference but so much more for me. It was about being and not doing. I was immersed in the beauty around me and the company of like-minded souls.
This was a journey of self-discovery.
Yes, I was forced out of my comfort zone but something beautiful emerged. Some of us stayed up late, weary-eyed during deep conversation at a fire pit and I remember thinking "you can't get this moment back."
Thank you for this experience! My wish for everyone in 2022 is abundance, joy and aliveness and I certainly achieved this in your presence and going forward.
~Lou Ann Chesire
"Traveling with Gloria is always an inspiring and magnificent journey.
She is a truly gifted retreat leader.
Her passion for travel and for
guiding and coaching people shine through like a brilliant sun in all that she does. Gloria's retreats are deep
healing for body, mind and soul, inspiring creativity, igniting passion and awakening purpose in those who attend. I have traveled
with Gloria many times now, and each time is better than the last." ~CLT
"I have owned and operated a retreat center on the Sunshine Coast of BC for over a decade. I have rarely come across a facilitator so powerfully graceful, inviting everyone's mastery to come out and be seen and celebrated. Gloria has a special way of embodying the compassion, kindness, strength and respect in whatever she shares. You have just discovered the pot of gold!"
J. Field