Get Accredited With Us
Stand out. Build trust. Elevate your retreat.
At The Retreat Standards Organisation, our accreditation is designed to recognise retreat leaders and venues that meet the highest standards of quality, integrity, and accountability. Being accredited with us signals to your participants that your retreat is professionally run, safe, and aligned with best practices in the industry.
Why Get Accredited?
The retreat industry is growing rapidly, but with that comes increasing scrutiny from participants who want reassurance that they are booking with a trustworthy provider. Add to that the requirement from government legislation that retreats comply with seller of travel laws in the UK & EU (PTR 2018). Our accreditation provides:
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Credibility & Trust
– Show your participants that you meet recognised industry benchmarks.
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Reassurance for Clients
– Participants can book with confidence, knowing that your retreat has been independently reviewed.
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Differentiation in a Competitive Market
– Set yourself apart as a professional and ethical retreat leader.
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Support & Development
– Access ongoing professional development, resources, and guidance.
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Recognition of Your Compliance
– Demonstrate that you have met key legal and best practice requirements, including those related to Seller of Travel laws.
⚠ Note: Our accreditation confirms that you have demonstrated compliance with relevant regulations but does not serve as a legal certification.
Who can apply?
We welcome applications from:
Retreat Leaders & Facilitators
Whether you run wellness, coaching, business, or adventure retreats, our accreditation will help enhance your reputation.
Retreat Venues
If you operate a dedicated retreat space, our accreditation ensures that your facilities meet best practice standards.
Wellness & Travel Companies
If you offer retreat-style experiences as part of a larger organisation, accreditation adds credibility to your brand.
How it works...
Our accreditation process is designed to bethorough yet straightforward
. Here’s what to expect:
1. Apply Online
Complete a simple application form with details about your retreat, venue, or business.
2. Documentation Review
We assess your policies, participant terms, safety measures, and legal compliance, including Seller of Travel laws.
3. Accreditation Assessment
We evaluate your retreat offering against our key benchmarks, which include safety, participant experience, and ethical marketing practices.
4. Ongoing Professional Development
Accredited retreat leaders must complete annual CPD (Continuing Professional Development) hours to maintain accreditation, ensuring that you stay ahead of industry best practices.
5. Approval & Certification
Once approved, you will receive official accreditation status, along with a digital badge to display on your website and marketing materials. We will contact you 6 weeks ahead of your annual renewal to gather your documentation for the upcoming period.
What's the investment?
Accreditation starts from just £300 a year.
Or just £29 a month (save 2+ months membership by paying annually)
If you have your own Tour Operator Liability cover and Financial Failure insurance then you can be a member with accreditation for all of your retreats for just £300 a year.
However, we know just how much time, money, effort and due dilligence needs to go into getting this kind of cover in place - it's not like an insurance policy you can just buy - you have to apply and go through a rigourous process to get it in place. It is also very costly (approx £3k a year combined) and just doesn't make it a viable option for retreat leaders who aren't running at least 3+ retreats a year.
That's where our ghost hosting service comes in!
With Level 1/2/3 membership we provide your insurance for you by processing your retreat through our organisation (meaning we handle of the transactional elements on your behalf). If you only want to host 1 retreat a year then you can have membership and accreditation for that retreat for just £797. If you want to host multiple retreats a year then maybe Level 2 or 3 is more suitable to you, saving you money the more retreats you host with us.
This means you comply with all seller of travel laws, your clients have peace of mind that they are fully covered personally and financially,your retreats are featured on our directory attracting you more bookings AND you have access to ongoing training, events and CPD to keep you at the leading edge of the retreat industry.
AMAZING VALUE!
Start your accreditation journey today!
Accreditation with The Retreat Standards Organisation is your mark of excellence, trust, and accountability in the retreat industry. Whether you're a seasoned retreat leader or just starting out, we’re here to support you in delivering exceptional experiences.
Apply Now
Begin your application today and take the next step towards becoming a recognised leader in the retreat industry.
Have Questions?
Get in touch with our team at [email protected] for more information.
Let’s raise the bar together and shape the future of high-quality, trusted retreats.
Our Values
Integrity:
We believe in honesty, transparency, and fairness in all our interactions.
Excellence:
We’re committed to establishing clear, achievable standards &benchmarks that ensure quality and consistency.
Accountability:
We promote best practices and help organisations demonstrate that they meet essential regulatory requirements and are compliant with seller of travel laws.
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Join the Movement
Are you ready to raise the bar in the retreat industry? Get in touch today to learn more about our accreditation process and discover how you can become part of a community that champions integrity, standards, and compliance. Together, we can set a new benchmark for excellence in every retreat experience.