Mount Shasta reflected in a still lake at dusk

A kinder,brighter worldthrough retreats.

We are a global team of dreamers, builders and doers working to make healing, connection and personal growth more accessible for everyone.

Our story

It started inMount Shasta.

GoToRetreats was born from a simple belief — that retreats have the power to change lives. What began as a personal journey of meditation and self-discovery in Mount Shasta, California has grown into a global platform that connects people with transformative retreat experiences.

Today we are a small team united by a shared mission: to make it easier for people to find, host and experience retreats around the world.

mornings by the lake

Who are we? Why did we create GoToRetreats?

Welcome to GoToRetreats, where every story weaves into the larger tapestry of our collective mission to heal and uplift. Founded by Kamal Saini, a lifelong devotee of meditation and yoga, GoToRetreats was born from a vision to share the healing power of retreats with the world. Nestled in the tranquil beauty of Northern California, our 5-acre property by Shasta Lake is where our journey began. With breathtaking views, total privacy, and a dedication to hospitality, we have hosted hundreds of guests, earning rave reviews for our unique retreat experiences.

Our foray into hosting yoga and meditation retreats at our Shasta Lake property sparked an overwhelming interest on social media and highlighted a widespread need among retreat organizers for a supportive community. They sought chefs, photographers, healers, guides, and more to create unforgettable retreat experiences. Recognizing this, and with a background in technology, we envisioned GoToRetreats — a platform designed to unite, support, and empower those dedicated to bringing people together through retreats.

Our mission

At GoToRetreats, we are on a mission to unite conscious souls and seekers worldwide. Our goal is to facilitate healing, personal evolution, and the pursuit of one's highest Self by harnessing natural talents and potential. We believe in the transformative power of retreats to forge bonds, inspire healing, and promote personal growth.

What's next?

GoToRetreats is just the beginning. Our vision for the future includes expanding our platform to include more diverse retreat venues from around the globe and enhancing our features to better serve our community of venue hosts, retreat organizers, practitioners and service providers, and attendees. This is more than a platform; it is a movement towards a more connected, healed, and elevated world.

Join us on this journey of transformation and connection. Together, let us create spaces where healing happens, bonds are formed, and lives are changed. Namaste.

— Kamal & the team

Our team

The people behindGoToRetreats.

7 different journeys. A shared purpose. We bring together diverse backgrounds, skills and perspectives to create a more connected, kind and conscious world through retreats.

Kamal Saini

Founder & CEO

A lifelong devotee of meditation and yoga, Kamal's journey began in his twenties and continues to shape our mission today.

Mt Shasta

Alyssa Narum

Head of Growth & Community

A musician, vocalist and yogi from Mount Shasta, Alyssa brings kirtan, medicine music and a deep feel for sacred space to our community.

Mt Shasta

Aayush

Tech Lead

Aayush leads engineering at GoToRetreats — the architecture, the infrastructure and the quiet reliability behind every booking.

Akanksha Sharma

Lead Developer

Akanksha builds the product you are looking at — from search and bookings to the little moments of delight along the way.

India

Avi Sharma

Marketing Lead

Avi is our storyteller — passionate about using creativity to make an impact and inspire mindful living.

India

Jade Vine

Essayist, Editor & Teaching Artist

An essayist, editor and teaching artist, Jade brings words, care and the practice of hope to everything we publish.

Chad V. Olson

Product Manager

A seasoned technology professional, Chad brings expertise in project management, go-to-market strategy and product development.

one vision brought us together…

One team

One purpose.

Our advisors

Our guidinglight.

Our advisors bring decades of experience, wisdom and deep spiritual insight. Their support helps us stay true to our purpose and keep moving forward.

Andrew Oser

Senior Retreats Advisor

A beacon of spiritual guidance since 1982, Andrew has hosted transformative retreats at Mt Shasta for hundreds of thousands of people.

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