Costa Brava Retreat 1

A brilliant offer!

Vic here wanting you to know about an amazing retreat in September before the Early Bird offer passes.

First, I should confess that I’ve always admired the professional output of Raymond and Roberto (the two captains of this retreat). They are brilliant trainers and people. It was with delight I joined Raymond’s recent three-day retreat in Kent. I’ll endorse their ethos and practice all day long, so I’m proud and delighted to be part of the next adventure - which takes place in… Spain! 🇪🇸

This will take your coaching, training and leadership skills to the next level.

So first:

Ask yourself these three questions:

• “Am I an experienced coach/trainer who’d like a bigger toolkit?”

• “Am I an improviser who’d like to be a professional facilitator?”• “Am I a leader who’d benefit from a more agile perspective?”

If you answered “Yes!” to any of the above, the retreat will likely be a good fit for you. Not sure? Use this Zoom link to join us for the free info webinar next Mon, Tues or Thurs (25, 26, 28 Aug, all at 1pm British Standard Time).

Easy Access Zoom Link

29 Sept - 3 Oct 2025 in Costa Brava, Spain

What is it?

This four-day retreat is for professionals who want to integrate the power of improvisation into how they lead, train, coach, and facilitate.

We’ll explore how to:

✅ Use status, presence, and narrative to shift group dynamics

✅ Design and facilitate sessions that truly engage and energize

✅ Read the room and adapt in real time

✅ Blend play with purpose in your professional toolkit

“Raymond had several surprises planned during the week that made it extremely special and next-level. If even a part of you is considering taking this, do it.” Satisfied participant from a previous retreat

Who is it?

Guiding the journey are several fantastic facilitators.

At the helm:

👤 Raymond van Driel Award-winning improviser and internationally respected academic leadership trainer. Raymond brings 25+ years of experience in improv-meets-business.

👤 Roberto Hirche Impro theatre pioneer and master of embodied facilitation, known for his transformative group work and presence-based leadership.

✨ Plus guest sessions from coaches, storytellers, and improv professionals from across Europe. Including me - Victoria Hogg! I’m excited to be joining the cohort and will be running a session on bias, both internal and external, and how to handle it.

(Paul Speirs, who drew the short straw and is staying home, is envious of my luck. He’ll be manning the IMPROV Inc. fort in my absence.)

📍 Oh - and it’s set in a beautiful four-star retreat on the Spanish coast: private rooms, sea views, great food, plus space to reflect, recharge and reconnect with your craft.

Why join?

So many reasons…

💼 Expand your toolkit Learn how improvisational principles can boost engagement, presence, and co-creation in your workshops, training sessions, and leadership practice.

🧭 Master the invisible dynamics Work with concepts like status, narrative flow, and energy to shift team interactions, increase trust, and foster psychological safety.

🛠️ Design and deliver with more impact Get practical tools for creating meaningful learning experiences, from group facilitation to 1-on-1 coaching.

🎯 Get authentic feedback Discover how your natural style can become your superpower, and receive input from expert facilitators and peers.

🌍 Join a global network Meet other professionals from around Europe who blend playfulness with purpose in their work.

“I gained so many new perspectives - and had so much fun doing it! Thank you.” Previous retreat participant writer, producer

Why join?

So many reasons…

💼 Expand your toolkit Learn how improvisational principles can boost engagement, presence, and co-creation in your workshops, training sessions, and leadership practice.

🧭 Master the invisible dynamics Work with concepts like status, narrative flow, and energy to shift team interactions, increase trust, and foster psychological safety.

🛠️ Design and deliver with more impact Get practical tools for creating meaningful learning experiences, from group facilitation to 1-on-1 coaching.

🎯 Get authentic feedback Discover how your natural style can become your superpower, and receive input from expert facilitators and peers.

🌍 Join a global network Meet other professionals from around Europe who blend playfulness with purpose in their work.e that makes you wonder whether retirement might not be so bad after all.

If you have questions, write to me here OR come along to one of our free online Q&A sessions where you’ll meet the facilitators and get a measure of the event.

The Q&As are next week to capitalise on the Early Bird offer (ends Friday 29 Aug).

Q&As:

Monday 25 August 1pm

Tuesday 26 August 1pm

Thursday 28 August 1pm

(All British Standard Time).

We’ll cover roughly the same ground on each call so you only need to attend one to find out what you need to know. Use this Zoom link to join us for the free info dive.

What they say about this retreat:

• “One of the most immersive and inspiring workshops I’ve ever attended. This isn’t a ‘sit back and take notes’ kind of course - it’s a fully engaging experience with takeaways I could apply to my work immediately.”
  

• “I gained so many new perspectives - and had SO MUCH FUN doing it. Truly grateful.”
  

• “With over 20 years of experience, I was gobsmacked by how powerful this was. I filled an entire notebook with ideas, exercises, and - most importantly - insights into my own style and how I want to grow. If you teach or train for a living, don’t miss this.”
  

• “You have to be inspired to inspire others. So thank you!”

All the best,

Vic (and Paul)

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