
Rio de Janeiro
Retreat
November 4-7, 2024

Join us in the radiant city of Rio de Janeiro for an unforgettable retreat
This sun-drenched metropolis—framed by golden beaches, lush mountains, and the rhythm of samba—provides the ideal setting for our community to connect, learn, and flourish. Discover the magic of Rio as you immerse yourself in a transformative experience that nurtures your wellbeing alongside fellow Happiness Studies Academy alumni and graduates

Schedule

November 4th
Tuesday
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3:00 PM: Registration
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7:00 PM: Welcome cocktail

November 5th
Wednesday
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8:00 AM: Breakfast
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9:00 AM: Morning retreat session
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1:00 PM: Lunch
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2:30 PM: Visit to Corcovado, Panoramic City Tour
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7:00 PM: Dinner

November 6th
Thursday
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6:00 AM: Morning Visit to Sugarloaf Cabl Car
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9:00 AM: Breakfast
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10:00 AM: Morning retreat session
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1:00 PM: Lunch
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2:00 PM: Afternoon Retreat Session
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7:00 PM: Graduation ceremony and celebration

November 7th
Friday
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8:00 AM: Breakfast
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9:00 AM: Marnong Retreat Session
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11:00 AM: Farewell Session
* Please note that this schedule is subject to change. We appreciate your understanding.
Costs
Hotel
Rio Othon Palace
Reserve your retreat seat today to secure your spot—and on June 30th, you’ll receive an exclusive accommodation code so you can book at the best rate. Don’t wait—spaces fill up fast!


Sandy Mora
Executive Manager of the HSA Alumni & Business Club
Organizing our retreats is a true privilege and one of the things I enjoy the most. Each event is a magical journey where relationships blossom, kindness overflows, and learning takes center stage. We create unforgettable memories, ensure endless fun, and deeply immerse ourselves in a live practice of the S.P.I.R.E elements of happiness. These retreats are not just events; they're peak experiences that enrich, strengthen, and bring together our global community and that help us put the Happiness Revolution into actio.n

Astrid Baumgardner
US
The retreat has been great. We're really connecting, having lunch with people, just the conversations we're having. I actually have found a mentee that I'm going to be working with. I now have a whole bunch of new friends. I have all these Mexican and Latin American friends who I would never have met. So it's just great. I can't wait for the next one.

Alex García
Mexico
For me, it was a life-changing, knowing very authentic and generous people from all over the world just open up my imagination to so many possibilities, just being here among so many wonderful people. It makes me just want to improve in so many areas I didn't even know about.

Karla Muñoz
Mexico
The Cartagena retreat was truly spectacular for me.Every activity aligned with the SPIRE model, fostering global connections and inspiring well-being efforts. I eagerlyanticipate future extraordinary experiences.

Winy
Canada
These four retreat days truly empowered and rejuvenated me. So, I consider it a fantastic activity. I look forward to our next meeting.

Patricia Santos
Brazil
HSA's Cartagena retreat, applying SPIRE, transforms camaraderie into brotherhood, creating unforgettable moments, enduring bonds, and cherished memories.












