Becoming retreats
About Us
Becoming Retreats began as a passion project in Western Australia, founded by two mothers who recognised something was missing in the way our culture supports young people through life’s big transitions.
As our own children entered adolescence, we saw the need for intentional, meaningful rites of passage - experiences that go beyond the everyday, creating space for deep connection, guided growth, and a celebration of stepping into a new stage of life.
Our early Mother–Daughter retreats quickly became life-changing experiences for both generations, combining nature immersion, playful bonding, honest conversations, and powerful ceremonial moments that mark the transition into young adulthood.
Soon, we began hearing the same request from mothers of sons: “We need this for our boys, too.”
In response, we partnered with skilled male facilitators to co-create Mother–Son rites of passage retreats that honour the unique needs and strengths of boys while giving mothers the opportunity to share in this important milestone.
What began as a small, heartfelt gathering has now grown into a movement, with our signature retreats held in Western Australia, NSW, Portugal, and Bali, alongside other offerings that continue to evolve with the needs of our community.
Today, Becoming Retreats is a place where families step away from the noise, reconnect with each other, and mark life’s important thresholds with intention, joy, and courage. Whether you join us for a rite of passage retreat, a mother–child weekend, or one of our immersive niche gatherings, you’ll find the same thread running through it all: connection, celebration, and the courage to step into who you are becoming.
With love,
Daniela & Kieana
