We Guide Men Back to Strength and Purpose
A 7-day immersive experience for men ready to challenge themselves, go deeper, and explore what’s possible.
Join a small group of men in Costa Rica for a week of challenge, reflection, and real brotherhood, with support that continues when you’re back home!
You Don’t Need Another Escape
You’re not looking to check out. You’re looking for something that challenges you, brings you back to yourself, and actually carries forward.
You’re Looking for Something Real
Time away from routine, where you can actually be present and experience life differently.
You Want to Go Deeper
Not surface-level conversations or quick wins, something that shifts how you see yourself.
You Want to Be Challenged Again
Physically, mentally, and personally, not just staying in what’s familiar.
Where You Reset and Reconnect
This isn’t a vacation.
And it’s not another retreat where you sit, listen, and go home unchanged.
You’ll be challenged, physically, mentally, and personally.
Through real conversations, testing your edges, and stepping away from the noise.
Because real clarity doesn’t come from thinking more.It comes from stepping into something that shifts you.
And it’s not another retreat where you sit, listen, and go home unchanged.
You’ll be challenged, physically, mentally, and personally.
Through real conversations, testing your edges, and stepping away from the noise.
Because real clarity doesn’t come from thinking more.It comes from stepping into something that shifts you.
Hear From 300+ Men Who've Been Through It
After pandemic depression and missing male bonding, I found this 'vacation with a purpose.
Fred
I found balance across all areas, physically fit in one week, mentally rejuvenated through circles with other men, and spiritually renewed.
Muzaffar
This retreat impacted my life deeply. The breathwork, plant medicine, hikes to waterfalls, and fires by the beach helped me find myself in ways I never expected.
Warner
"Fresh off divorce, I felt completely lost and didn't want easy escapes. I needed to go through the fire. What I found was the ability to handle pain, face loneliness, and come out better, not just less pain, but as a better human being."
Ramero
"This group of men helped crack open my shell. Now I have an open heart, a different mindset, and a balanced way of thinking."
Rio
“The Brotherhood That Lasts. Two Months Later, Still Connected”
Sam
“From Bankruptcy and Breakdown to Brotherhood and Clarity”
Daniel
“At 60, I Discovered a New Version of Myself”
Jeff
The Balanced Man Method™️
Most retreats give you a peak experience or a motivational high. Then real life hits and it fades.
The Balanced Man Method is built different. It's a stacked sequence: reset your nervous system, see what's been running your life, then build it into how you live when you get home.
Not a high. A new baseline.
The Balanced Man Method is built different. It's a stacked sequence: reset your nervous system, see what's been running your life, then build it into how you live when you get home.
Not a high. A new baseline.
Here’s 3 core Components of our Method:
Awareness
See what’s been running your life
Step Outside Routine: Get out of survival mode so you can see your life with fresh eyes without the constant noise.
Regulate Nervous System: Downshift the stress response so you can think clearly, feel again, and stop living on edge.
Uncover Hidden Programs: Spot the unconscious stories, coping patterns, and triggers that have been running the show.
Agency
Take ownership of the man you choose to become
Radical Ownership: Take responsibility for where you are and what changes now—so you’re not stuck waiting for life to calm down first.
Identity Shift: You stop relating to yourself as the man who was surviving and start living as the man you’ve chosen to become.
Vision With Purpose: Create clear direction based on truth (not expectation)—so you leave knowing what you’re building and why.
Integration
Live the work and stay supported as you grow
Resilience Under Pressure: Practice staying grounded while challenged—so old patterns don’t control you when it matters most.
Embodied Habits: Simple daily practices that keep you steady, focused, and connected to what matters (no performative routines).
Support of a Tribe: Brotherhood that continues after the week ends, men who hold you to your standard, and walk beside you as you integrate.
Your 7-Day Foundational Retreat Includes
7 Days In Nosara, Costa Rica
6 Nights Accommodations
Daily Self Defence Challenges
Breathwork
Daily Guided Men’s Circles
Nervous System Practices
Structured Reset Sequence
All Meals
What's not included
Flights · Travel insurance · Personal spending · Optional tips for staff
Plus, The 12-Month Integration Track That Keeps It From Fading
Most retreats end when you fly home. TBM does not. The work continues so you do not slide back when work and family pressure hit again.
Daily check-ins for first 4 weeks
Weekly group calls for 12 months
30-Day Integration Program
Private Community Access
Meet the Facilitators Behind Your Journey
TBM was created after seeing the same pattern repeat again and again. High-functioning men. Capable. Responsible. Driven. But running on pressure, not clarity. TBM team exists to interrupt that pattern.
Terry Bullman
Co-Founder | Martial Arts Coach | Breathwork Guide
Decades in martial arts and breathwork, working at the edge where physical stress reveals mental patterns.
Ahren Cadieux
Co-Founder | Former Pro Athlete | Men's Work Facilitator
Years competing at the highest level of professional sport and corporate, helping men translate insight into decisions that stick at home.
Jeremy Jackson
Co-Founder | Breathwork Facilitator | Wellness Coach
Rebuilt his life through breathwork and daily practice, now helping men come out of reactivity and regain clear thinking.
Experience Highlights That Reset Body And Mind
Men’s Circles
Drop the mask, speak honestly, and feel understood by men.
Breath-Work
Settle your body fast so your head quiets down.
Self Defence Training
Train Jiu-Jitsu, Boxing, and Krav to rebuild self-trust.
Somatic Exercises
Learn to stay grounded and centred no matter what comes at you.
Cold Plunge
Train your stress response and build real resilience.
Jungle Hike
Get out of noise, move your body, and reset in nature.
Open Ocean Swim
Face open water, push past fear, and prove what you're capable of.
+ And Much More
Archery, surf, healthy meals, recovery sessions, and more.
The Venue
Casas Kismet
Nosara, Costa Rica
We've meticulously crafted an ALL-INCLUSIVE epic program just for you, filled with personalized surf coaching, rejuvenating wellness sessions, jungle adventures, local workshop.
Private Room
Shared room with 2 twin size beds - A/C - Wifi - Shared Bathroom - Terrace overlooking the garden or ocean.
$4,795 per person
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Shared Room
Private room with 1 King size beds - A/C - Wifi - Shared Bathroom - Terrace overlooking the garden or ocean.
$5,495 per person
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How to Join The Balanced Man Retreat
1
Fill out the short application
Tell us what's going on in 2 minutes. Private, no pressure, just enough so we can help.
2
Book your free Clarity Call
Pick a time that works. You'll speak with a TBM facilitator, not a sales rep. Get clear on fit, the schedule, and what to expect.
3
Join the men's retreat
If it's a fit, you secure your spot for 7 days in Nosara, plus 12 months of integration support.
A Haven and Sacred Path for Personal Evolution
The retreat has contributed to personal growth in my life, soul, and heart. I'm a facilitator and have attended every retreat for the last two years. The experience is more than just a job—it's a haven and a sacred path for personal perspective and progress. Gratitude to The Balanced Man and past and future attendees for providing a space for personal evolution.
Jeremy Jackson
Body, Mind, Soul, and Heart Connection
Had an amazing experience over a week, highlighting the people, location, and food. Emphasized the support from coordinators and recommend the experience for body, mind, soul, and heart connection within a community.
Joel Villalobos
The Power of Honesty—Invaluable for Getting Unstuck
Had an amazing experience with a diverse group of men exploring the power of honesty. This interaction was both self-reflective and supportive, leading to a reset and recalibration of priorities. An invaluable experience for getting unstuck.
Bob Stevens
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about the product and billing.
Is there a free trial available?
Yes, you can try us for free for 30 days. Our friendly team will work with you to get you up and running as soon as possible.
Can I change my plan later?
Of course. Our pricing scales with your company. Chat to our friendly team to find a solution that works for you.
What is your cancellation policy?
We understand that things change. You can cancel your plan at any time and we’ll refund you the difference already paid.
Can other info be added to an invoice?
At the moment, the only way to add additional information to invoices is to add the information to the workspace's name.
How does billing work?
Plans are per workspace, not per account. You can upgrade one workspace, and still have any number of free workspaces.