A Retreat Designed for Dating and Engaged Couples
Marriage is one of life’s greatest adventures—and the best adventures require preparation. At our premarital retreats, you’ll explore the tools, insights, and biblical truths that can help you and your significant other thrive in the years ahead. From navigating finances to strengthening communication, we’ll help you lay the groundwork for a Christ-centered marriage that lasts.
Learn Helpful Tools to Give Your Marriage a Strong Start
Together, you’ll gain clarity on the next steps in your relationship and dive into strategies for communicating effectively, managing conflict, and creating healthy boundaries. Plus, you’ll get practical tips for navigating important topics like finances, faith, family dynamics, and intimacy, giving you the tools to build a strong foundation for your future.
An Intentional Weekend Away for $675 per Couple
Your premarital retreat registration includes all meals, separate lodging, and programming during your three day stay at WinShape Retreat.
Bonus: Receive a Notarized Premarital Educational Certificate
Every couple who attends our premarital retreats will leave with a notarized premarital educational certificate. Many states offer discounts on marriage licenses when you present this certificate. It's a practical perk for investing in your relationship, making it easier (and cheaper!) to start your journey together.
Upcoming Premarital Retreats
How to Gift a Couple a Premarital Retreat
Looking to gift a WinShape Premarital Retreat to someone you know? We make it easy for parents and future in-laws (or anyone!) to give a premarital retreat. Here’s a helpful guide on retreat gifting.
FAQs
What is a premarital retreat?
A premarital retreat is an intentional getaway designed for dating and engaged couples to hear from marriage experts and learn important tools to help build a strong foundation for a future marriage.
Who should attend a premarital retreat?
Our premarital retreats are designed for couples who are seriously dating, considering engagement, engaged, or recently married within the last six months. Couples married longer than six months are encouraged to attend Newlywed Weekend.
How long is a premarital retreat?
Our premarital retreats typically last for three days, from Friday evening to Sunday morning, offering a meaningful weekend getaway for couple to focus on developing important marriage tools.
What happens during a premarital retreat?
During our premarital retreats, couples will enjoy a combination of practical teaching led by marriage experts and engaging activities designed to help them build a strong foundation for a future marriage.
What topics are covered during a premarital retreat?
Our premarital retreats cover a wide range of topics, designed to equip couples to step into marriage well. Throughout the weekend, we’ll cover topics like finances, faith, family dynamics, intimacy, communication, and conflict management.
What are the accommodations like?
Our accommodations are similar to that of a hotel. Each guest will stay in their own, separate room with a king-sized bed and a private bathroom with a shower and dual sink vanity. Towels and linens are provided.
Will couples that aren't married be given separate lodging?
Yes, unmarried couples will have separate lodging. Each guest will have their own room with a king-sized bed and a private bathroom with a shower and dual sink vanity.
Where are your premarital retreats located?
WinShape Retreat is located on the campus of Berry College in Rome, GA, approximately 1.5 hours northwest of Atlanta, GA.