Often the first activity on the schedule, icebreakers help initiate conversation among retreat participants. Icebreakers get the members mingling and socializing. For example, one icebreaker activity may be a scavenger hunt in which participants have to find someone who has the same birthday month as they do.
Many retreats include discussion and group initiatives aimed at discovering what is keeping you from reaching your full potential. For example, a common obstacle many women face is a lack of confidence. These group activities are set up to help these women believe in themselves and learn to achieve the accomplishments their hearts desire.
Many professional retreats include lectures and activities centered on business. Topics may include empowerment, the power of proper negotiation, stress management and making difficult decisions. The opportunity to meet other business women could lead to future contacts and maybe even a job somewhere down the line.
Finding yourself in nature could prove to be a life-changing experience. Many women's retreats try to reconnect women with the beauty of nature. These retreats are set in serene locations, such as the mountains or around a lakeside park. They also combine outdoor activities such as biking, swimming, kayaking and hiking.
