Frequently Asked Questions

About the Retreat Experience

  • Waypoint Six retreats are designed to provide a structured environment where participants can step away from daily stress, reconnect with purpose, and engage in meaningful personal reflection.

    Participant well-being is a priority. Retreats are conducted in small groups and supported by experienced facilitators, including individuals with extensive operational and medical backgrounds.

  • Waypoint Six retreats are led by veteran professionals who understand the challenges of transitioning from high-responsibility operational environments to civilian life.

    Retreat leadership also includes individuals with advanced medical training and extensive experience supporting individuals in high-stress environments.

  • Retreat activities take place in peaceful sanctuary environments near Antigua, Guatemala, surrounded by jungle and mountain landscapes.

    Gathering spaces are intentionally designed to create a calm, respectful, and focused atmosphere where participants can reflect, share, and reconnect with themselves and others.

  • Every retreat experience is unique. Participants often report gaining new perspective, emotional clarity, and a deeper connection to themselves and others.

    Some individuals experience powerful personal insights, while others simply benefit from the opportunity to slow down, reflect, and reset in a supportive environment.

    We are careful to mitigate expectations in the guests that we welcome to the sanctuary, as while this can happen for some people, it is often not necessarily the bulk of the work being done, which happens in much deeper layers and oftentimes in the body.

  • Personal reflection and emotional processing are natural parts of many retreat experiences. Each individual responds differently, and participants are supported throughout the process by experienced facilitators.

  • Choosing a retreat environment is an important decision. We encourage participants to consider the experience and background of the facilitators, the size of the group, the environment where the retreat is held, and the level of preparation and support offered.

    Waypoint Six retreats are intentionally small and designed to provide a supportive and respectful experience for participants.

Preparation

  • Many participants attend their first retreat through Waypoint Six. The program is designed to guide individuals through the experience regardless of their prior background with retreats or reflection practices.

  • Participants receive guidance prior to arrival that may include recommendations related to mindset, rest, nutrition, and general wellness practices to help maximize the retreat experience.

  • Participants should review any supplements, medications, or wellness products with their healthcare provider and the Waypoint Six facilitator prior to attending a retreat. Additional preparation guidance may be provided after registration.

Integration

  • Integration is an important part of the retreat experience. Participants are encouraged to take time after the retreat to reflect on their experience and consider how insights gained during the retreat can be applied in daily life.

    Waypoint Six provides integration resources and support before, during, and after the retreat.

Reservations & Logistics

  • Cancellation policies are provided during the registration process. Participants are encouraged to review these policies carefully prior to confirming their reservation.

  • Waypoint Six retreats intentionally maintain small cohorts of approximately 6–8 participants to ensure a focused and supportive environment.

  • Participants begin by submitting an inquiry through the Waypoint Six website. A short screening conversation may follow to ensure the retreat environment is appropriate for each participant before confirming registration.

  • Shorter retreats provide an introduction to the experience and an opportunity for reset and reflection. Longer retreats allow for deeper personal exploration and integration.

  • Yes. Couples may attend retreats together if they both feel called to the experience and understand the reflective nature of the retreat environment.

  • Information about upcoming retreats, dates, and availability can be requested through the Contact page on the Waypoint Six website.

  • Waypoint Six is a nonprofit organization, and scholarship opportunities for veterans may be available when funding allows.

Personal Health

  • Participants should disclose any relevant health concerns during the screening process so that retreat leadership can determine whether the retreat environment is appropriate.

    Participant well-being and safety are always a priority.

  • Waypoint Six was founded by veterans who understand the challenges many individuals face when transitioning from high-responsibility operational environments to civilian life. The retreats are designed to provide a supportive environment grounded in shared experience, trust, and respect.

  • Waypoint Six retreats take place in environments where traditional ceremonial practices may be present as part of the cultural and spiritual heritage of the region.

    These experiences are approached with respect, preparation, and guidance from experienced facilitators and trusted local partners.

    Participation in any ceremonial elements is always voluntary, and individuals are encouraged to approach the retreat with openness while honoring their own comfort level.