Description
Receive:
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Personalized coaching & editorial feedback
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Daily writing sessions & craft deep-dives
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Tools to shape structure, deepen emotional resonance, & strengthen your writing life
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Encouragement, clarity, & creative breakthroughs
Leave With:
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A polished or well-developed piece
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Clear insights into your voice & story
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A renewed commitment to your writing
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Community support that lasts beyond the retreat
Schedule Highlights:
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Morning: Craft workshops & writing prompts
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Afternoon: Coaching & personal writing time
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Evening: Optional gatherings, rest, & reading
Rate: $1,180
To register, please contact, jennifer@jenniferschelter.com
(A $500 personal check will be the deposit. The retreat balance will be due December 15th, 2025.)
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get to San Pancho, Mexico?
San Pancho (San Francisco, Nayarit) is located about 45 minutes north of Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR). Most major airlines fly into PVR. Once you arrive, you can take a pre-arranged shuttle, taxi, or rental car to San Pancho. We’ll provide detailed travel recommendations upon registration.
🛏️ Where do I stay?
Participants book their own lodging. Jennifer offers a curated list of beautiful, affordable options within walking distance of our writing space—ranging from boutique hotels to local guesthouses and casitas. You’re welcome to stay where you feel most comfortable.
🍽️ Are meals included?
Meals are not included, but San Pancho is known for its fresh, local cuisine and charming restaurants. Jennifer will share a guide to her favorite spots, many just steps from the retreat venue. You’ll have freedom to eat where ever your fancy takes you.
✍️ Do I need to be working on a memoir?
No. While the retreat is memoir-focused, it’s open to anyone writing personal stories, micro-memoirs, essays, or creative nonfiction. Whether you’re just starting or finishing a draft, the content will support those excited about their writing intentions.
What is the daily schedule like?
Each day includes:
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Morning craft sessions & guided writing
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Afternoon coaching and personal writing time
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Evening rest or community connection
We also include optional beach walks, journaling prompts, and a final-night reading celebration.
Who is this retreat for?
Writers eager and ready to:
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deepen their craft
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be focused
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receive indepth feedback
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be in a warm creative community
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to find clarity, creative structure, and inspiration
What’s included in the $1,180 retreat fee?
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All writing workshops and prompts
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One-on-one coaching and feedback
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Craft lessons, group sharing, and guided sessions
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A celebratory final-night reading
Travel, lodging, and meals are not included.
What will I leave with?
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A refined or completed piece of writing
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Concrete tools to continue your work
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Greater clarity on your voice and story arc
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A supportive writing community
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Creative fire and momentum
🧳 What should I bring?
A notebook or laptop, favorite pens, a swimsuit, walking shoes, and an open heart. We’ll send a full packing list and retreat guide closer to the date.
📬 I have more questions. Who can I contact?
Reach out to Jennifer with any questions. She’s happy to help!
Email, jennifer@jenniferschelter.com
