TOC Coaches Retreat

Cultivating Leadership Through The Power of Coaching

Spring 2026

April 24-27, 2026

Do you need time and space to recharge, reflect, and refocus?
Are you eager to serve those you lead in more meaningful ways?
Is there a significant change you need to make in your leadership to reach the next level?

For four days and three nights, Stone Harbor, NJ, will be your home base. This peaceful beach town is the perfect place to unwind, reflect, and rejuvenate. Whether you prefer relaxing by the ocean with a good book or enjoying quiet moments of reflection, Stone Harbor in the spring and autumn offers a sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle.

This retreat is designed for leaders (sports coaches, administrators, managers, and executives) who are ready to step back from their daily responsibilities and into a serene environment. Here, you will be part of a unique, experiential program that brings together like-minded individuals who seek to grow as leaders through coaching, active listening, and mindfulness.

Over the course of the retreat, you will:

  • Deepen or be introduced to practices in mindfulness, journaling, and yoga—integrating mind, body, and spirit.

  • Experience time to slow down, reflect, laugh, play, and enjoy great food.

  • Leave refreshed and better equipped to step into a world that needs mindful, self-aware leaders capable of fostering awareness and growth in others.

  • Practice and develop skills of effective coaching—maintaining presence, active listening, asking questions, and sharing reflections. 

Participants:
You will coach others and be coached within a supportive community of curious and open leaders. The retreat includes a pre- and post-coaching session, creating space to reflect on and apply what you've learned.

This experience is for leaders who want to be more grounded, expand their ability to hold space for others, and unlock the potential within themselves and their teams.

Stone Harbor, New Jersey

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Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in Stone Harbor and check into your lodging before a group lunch. Afterward, you'll have time to explore the island and unwind from travel. In the evening, we'll gather for our first leadership session, followed by dinner. Afterward, you're free to relax, explore, converse, or play.

Days 2-4

Mornings will begin with sunrise yoga, mindfulness practice, and journaling, followed by breakfast featuring fresh, local baked goods.
We’ll hold 1-2 leadership sessions each day, where you’ll practice using coaching tools and models, while also being coached on your personal leadership challenges.

Afternoons will be filled with optional activities like pickleball, beach walks, bike rides, and boat trips, all designed to complement the leadership sessions. Our personal chef will prepare meals tailored to seasonal foods and individual preferences.

Evenings will provide opportunities for reflection, connection, and relaxation

This retreat combines leadership development, peer connection, and personal growth. The tools, practices, and relationships you cultivate here will provide one of the best investments you can make in yourself and your leadership journey.

Content/Curriculum

During the retreat, we will explore:

  • ICF Core Competencies of Coaching:

    • Embodying a coaching mindset

    • Establishing and maintaining agreements

    • Cultivating trust and safety

    • Maintaining presence

    • Actively listening

    • Asking insightful questions to evoke awareness

  • Coaching Frameworks, such as Robert Kegan and Lisa Lahey’s "Immunity to Change" model, to identify improvement goals and uncover hidden competing commitments within yourself and your organization.

  • Personal Practices like meditation, yoga, and journaling to enhance self-awareness and leadership.

Lodging and Travel

Stay only a few hundred meters from the beach in a beautiful home!

Travel:

  • PHL airport: 1.5 hours away

  • Atlantic City: 45 minutes away

  • Newark: 2.25 hours away
    We'll assist in coordinating carpooling for participants.

Cost and Registration

We’ve designed flexible pricing and discounts to make this retreat accessible and rewarding for all participants. Here’s a clear breakdown of costs.

Early Bird Pricing

$995

Per Person (shared room*)

Register By January 1st 2026

Early Bird Pricing

$1,195

Per Person (single person room*)

Register By January 1st 2026

Standard Pricing

$1,195

Per Person (shared room*)

After January 1st 2026

Standards Pricing

$1,395

Per Person (single person room*)

After January 1st 2026

*Bring a colleague/business partner and both participants receive $100 off. 

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  • This retreat was an incredibly eye opening experience. I would encourage anyone attending to go in with an open mind and a "sponge mentality" Be ready to absorb everything around you

    Izzy Rodriguez

  • It was an incredible weekend of purposeful conversations, mindful practices and intentional growth. Be prepared to challenge your thinking and habits, ask great questions and how to be comfortable in silence.

    Justin Simpkins

  • The TOC retreat helps replenish the mind and heart of leaders. A tremendous setting with tremendous people creates the conditions for great conversation and connection. I would highly reccommend this experience.

    Casey Bruggemean

Meet Your Retreat Facilitators

  • ICF PCC Certified Coach

    J.P. is a leadership coach, he partners with leaders to support their learning, growth, and impact on the world. He believes that great teams drive results and that effective leaders are intentional in creating strong team cultures. With extensive experience as an executive coach, facilitator, and consultant, he serves leaders and their teams across sports, education, healthcare, and business sectors. Supporting leaders to establish a shared vision, build team cohesion, raise standards, navigate conflict, and grow trust, he enables teams to achieve higher levels of performance and results. J.P. offers unique expertise in leadership development and team culture, leveraging his background in sports to help clients create connected, collaborative, and high-performing teams.


  • “The Coaches’ Coach” & Communication Specialist

    As a former coach, Betsy understands that “chemistry” is more than a buzzword – it is the result of genuine connection, and at its core lies effective communication.

    In her role as “The Coaches’ Coach,” Betsy meets individuals where they are to support their growth and evolution. Through cultivating awareness and the application of tools and frameworks to support greater autonomy, Betsy works with people to become self-generating and self-correcting. 

    As a Communication Specialist, she works collaboratively to enhance communication effectiveness and drive positive change at every level. While there is rarely one “best way” to communicate, Betsy helps coaches and athletes shorten the distance between intention and impact, one conversation at a time. Audiences value time with Betsy for her relatable approach and actionable insights that provide both immediate and future value. 

FAQs

    • 4 days and 3 nights in a beautiful home just steps from the beach (subject to availability).

    • All meals, snacks, and drinks prepared by a personal chef.

    • Leadership development sessions, coaching tools, and experiential activities.

    • A 1:1 follow-up coaching call with J.P. Nerbun after the retreat

    • Flights and transportation to and from Stone Harbor, NJ.

    • Local hotel option available at additional cost for those without accommodations in the house (average $175 per night).

    • TOC Coach Community Members: Receive an additional $100 discount.

    • Bring a Colleague/Business Partner: Both participants receive $100 off. 

    • A $500 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your registration.

    • Spots are limited to the first 12 participants who pay their deposit. 

  • Shared and single room accommodations in the house are limited and based on availability. If rooms in the house are fully booked, participants will have the option to stay at a nearby hotel at an additional cost (average $175 per night).

  • We’ve intentionally kept this retreat small and personalized to ensure an impactful experience. Take advantage of these offers early to secure your spot and preferred room choice!