TwoCan Retreats

Costa Rica Retreats

Santa Barbara Weekend Retreats & Community Events

Heart-centered retreats in nature, cultivating connection, self-compassion and a deeper appreciation for life.

September is Suicide Prevention Month

Please join us Friday, September 25 from 6:00-8:30 PM for a special community gathering benefiting Doctors Without Walls-Santa Barbara Street Medicine in loving memory of our son, Ilan.

Fireside Friday

Fire · Soup · Community Song Circle
Led by Glen Phillips

Space is limited · Registration required
[Click here to register]

Soak in breathtaking sunsets, spend time immersed in nature, and reconnect with what matters most.

At TwoCan Retreats, we create intentional spaces for people to step out of the busyness of their daily lives and return to themselves. Our retreats invite you to embody the full spectrum of the human experience — to move out of your head and into your body — to carry grief and gratitude side by side, and make space for all that’s here.

Rooted in mindfulness and grief-informed practices, our retreats support healing and a greater sense of belonging. Somatic and creative practices are woven throughout each experience, helping participants reconnect with themselves, with one another, and with the natural world.

Our offerings range from local community gatherings and weekend wellness retreats in Santa Barbara to transformational healing retreats in Costa Rica, weaving together somatic practices, mindful movement, time in nature, creative expression, joy, wonder and awe.

Giving back is also a core part of our mission. Through acts of service and community connection, we aim to leave a positive impact on the places and people who welcome us. Caring for others and the planet deepens our sense of purpose and reminds us of our shared humanity.

Maybe you’re not a retreat person. Honestly, we hear versions of that all the time. Many people are curious about retreats but hesitant about wellness culture, skeptical of anything that feels too “woo-woo,” or simply unsure whether they belong. The truth is people are seeking something more, they’re craving meaningful connection—with themselves, with others, with nature—and a deeper sense of purpose and belonging. If that’s you, read more in our recent blog post here. We’d love to have you join us in Costa Rica July 8-13. Details below.