The Forest Therapy School
Alumni Guide Gathering
September 24 - 27, 2026
Maryville, Tennessee
The Forest Therapy School Guide Gathering
Seven Springs Retreat Center
Maryville, Tennessee
In the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains
Thursday, September 24 through Sunday, September 27, 2026
Deepen your forest therapy practice, connect with a community of guides, and refine your skills while immersing yourself in the forest. Join Regan and The Forest Therapy Team for a 3-night retreat for FTS Certified Guides only.
Get ready to unwind together, share good company, and make memories on the trail.
Your retreat experience includes:
Guided forest bathing
Community building
Professional development workshops
Business brainstorming
Vegetarian meals
Fire circle
Gentle yoga
Morning meditation
Sound therapy
Hiking
The Location
Seven Springs is a holistic retreat center featuring 7 natural springs on 126 acres of private land in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains.
The land is also some of the most ecologically diverse in the country. The high elevations of the Smoky Mountains are a temperate rain forest with over 17,000 species of plants and animals. The incredible biodiversity of the region adds to the abundant richness of Seven Springs.
The accommodations feature 7 yurts. Each yurt is decorated with traditional textiles and artwork from the countries the property owners frequent. The yurts are fully furnished including bedding, furnishings, electricity and outlets.
Join the FTS alumni community on retreat to nourish, connect, and deepen presence with the living world.
The Details
Forest Therapy Guide Gathering at Seven Springs for FTS Certified Guides only
Arrive: Thursday, September 24 between 3:00pm – 5:00pm EDT
Depart: Sunday, September 27 by 11:00am EDT
Space is limited to 20 participants.
Your Investment:
Option 1:
Private Yurt
$1099 USD
(includes program, 3 nights accommodations, and all meals)
The yurts are fully furnished with beds. 100% organic cotton sheets and towels are provided. Each yurt is fully equipped with electricity and has extra blankets for the cool nights.
The centrally-located, shared bathrooms have two (2) stalls with flushing toilets and two (2) sinks with large mirrors. There are also two (2) large hot water showers with private changing space in each.
Registration Deadline: August 24, 2026
Option 2:
Shared Yurt
$899 USD
(includes program, 3 nights accommodations, and all meals)
Each yurt will be shared with up to 4 people. The yurts are furnished with beds. 100% organic cotton sheets and towels are provided. Each yurt is equipped with electricity and has blankets for the cool nights.
The centrally-located, shared bathrooms have two (2) stalls with flushing toilets and two (2) sinks with large mirrors. There are also two (2) large hot water showers with private changing space in each.
Registration Deadline: August 24, 2026
Option 3:
BYO Camping or Commuter
$799
(includes program, facilities use fee, and all meals)
Bring your own camping gear and sleep under the stars or commute in each day.
The centrally-located, shared bathrooms have two (2) stalls with flushing toilets and two (2) sinks with large mirrors. There are also two (2) large hot water showers with private changing space in each.
Registration deadline: August 24, 2026
Terms and Cancellations:
Our cancellation policy for in-person retreats:
Cancellations made 60 days or more prior to retreat start date: Payment is 100% refundable (less any payment processor fees).
Cancellations made 59-31 days prior to retreat start date: Payment is 50% refundable (less any payment processor fees). You may transfer your remaining tuition credit to a future training retreat or to any online certification held within one year.
Cancellations made 30 days or less prior to retreat start date: Tuition is non-refundable. You may transfer your tuition credit to a future training retreat or to any online certification held within one year.
Travel Insurance: For additional protection of your retreat investment, you may wish to purchase travel insurance through companies like Travel Safe, Insuremytrip, Travel Guard or other options listed here.
Getting Here
Please Note: Transportation is not included in the cost of the retreat.
By Car:
Maryville, Tennessee is:
18 miles from Knoxville, TN
132 miles from Asheville, NC
186 miles from Nashville, TN
218 miles from Atlanta, GA
By Air:
Seven Springs Retreat Center is located near:
Knoxville Int’l Airport, TN (25 minutes)
Nashville Int’l Airport, TN (3 hours)
Atlanta Int’l Airport, GA (4 hours)
“Thank you so much for this in-person forest bathing experience and certification course! It has always been about the trees for me. I have deepened my connection to the natural world and am looking forward to sharing the practice with others. My trees are happy and so am I. My mind is clear, and my heart is full. Standing in gratefulness!”
— Ginny Speaks, Health and Wellness Coach