Early bird
₹54,500
First 5 selected founders who complete the reservation deposit.
Founder-Being presents
Kodaikanal Full Moon Retreat
A six-day residential immersion for 15 founders to rest, reflect, reconnect and return with greater clarity.
Not a pitch event. Not a panel. Not a productivity workshop. A curated space for founders to rest, reconnect and examine what they are carrying.
Overview
Essential retreat facts
- Dates
- 26–31 August 2026
- Location
- Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu
- Duration
- Six days / five nights
- Format
- Application and approval required
- Fee from
- ₹54,500
Venue: A carefully selected premium nature resort in Kodaikanal. The exact property and arrival details will be shared with confirmed participants.
Departure for group transport: Kochi. Capacity: 15 founders · Minimum cohort: 12 paid.
Intent
Why this retreat exists
Founders are taught to raise capital, build teams, ship products and scale companies.
Very few are taught how to carry uncertainty, responsibility, loneliness and ambition without losing themselves.
This retreat creates time and space for founders to:
- Step away from operational noise.
- Recover from sustained pressure.
- Examine identity, ambition, fear and responsibility.
- Develop practical mindfulness and relaxation tools.
- Work quietly when required.
- Build honest relationships with other founders.
Cohort
Who should apply
- Startup founders and co-founders
- Founder-operators carrying business pressure, uncertainty or major decisions
- Founders willing to participate respectfully in reflection, mindfulness and peer conversation
- Founders comfortable with a curated cohort and twin-sharing accommodation
Not restricted by startup stage, funding status or company size. Selection considers fit, intent, willingness to participate and cohort balance.
Guidance
Lead facilitator
Lead facilitator to be announced.
Programme
Day-by-day (tentative)
Timings may change based on weather, group needs and the facilitator's final design.
Day 1
Wednesday, 26 August
Journey, arrival and grounding
- Depart Kochi at approximately 6:30 AM.
- Breakfast and lunch during the journey.
- Arrive and check in during the afternoon.
- Rest and welcome tea.
- Opening circle.
- Gentle grounding meditation.
- Group dinner and early rest.
Day 2
Thursday, 27 August
Rest and decompression
- Unstructured morning and breakfast.
- Optional nature walk.
- Rest, journalling and quiet work.
- Free afternoon.
- Evening breathwork and guided meditation.
- Group dinner and reflection.
Day 3
Friday, 28 August
Founder immersion and full-moon practice
- Morning yoga and reflective practice.
- Founder immersion exploring pressure, identity, ambition, fear and responsibility.
- Lunch and rest.
- Free time for work, journalling or one-to-one conversations.
- Full-moon meditation led by the facilitator.
- Silent or reflective dinner.
Day 4
Saturday, 29 August
Mindfulness and inner regulation
- Morning mindful movement or meditation.
- Mindfulness and attention session.
- Deep-relaxation and nervous-system regulation practice.
- Lunch and free work/rest time.
- Optional nature walk.
- Evening Yoga Nidra and meditation.
Day 5
Sunday, 30 August
Founder connection and integration
- Slow, unstructured morning.
- Founder networking and peer conversations.
- Free time, optional local activity or quiet work.
- Personal reflection.
- Closing circle.
- Final evening meditation.
- Prepare for departure.
Day 6
Monday, 31 August
Return
- Breakfast and short morning grounding.
- Check out and depart at approximately 8:00 AM.
- Lunch during the return journey.
- Expected Kochi arrival between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM.
Inclusions
What is included
Included
- Round-trip group transportation from Kochi to Kodaikanal
- Five nights of twin-sharing accommodation
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea and planned travel refreshments
- All scheduled yoga, meditation, mindfulness and founder-immersion sessions
- Access to the indoor retreat/work space
- Retreat journal or participant kit
- Founder networking and facilitated group conversations
Not included
- Travel to and from Kochi
- Personal purchases
- Spa treatments or optional paid resort activities
- Private-room supplements, unless separately offered
- Personal travel or medical insurance
- Medical or psychological treatment
Investment
Pricing
Standard
₹57,500
Remaining founders after early-bird seats are filled.
Applying does not reserve a seat. A seat is confirmed only after selection and receipt of the required payment. Early-bird assignment depends on the order deposits are received, not application timestamp alone. Deposit after selection: ₹15,000 (shared privately).
Process
Application and selection
- 01
Apply
Share who you are, why you want to join, and practical logistics. No payment is taken on this website.
- 02
Review
Every application is reviewed personally by the Founder-Being team.
- 03
Selection
A curated cohort of up to 15 founders is selected based on fit, intent and balance—not funding or fame alone.
- 04
Personal contact
If selected in the first round, we contact you by phone or WhatsApp by 3 August 2026.
- 05
Private payment
A reservation deposit of ₹15,000 is shared privately. Full payment follows after go/no-go confirmation.
- 06
Confirmation
Your seat is confirmed only after selection and receipt of the required payment.
Timeline
Important dates
- Applications open
- Now
- Selected founders contacted by
- 3 August 2026
- Minimum cohort target (deposits)
- 8 August 2026
- Go / no-go decision
- 10 August 2026
- Remaining balance due
- 14 August 2026
- Retreat
- 26–31 August 2026
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is this a ticket I can buy online?
No. This is an application-based retreat. Applying does not reserve a seat. Payment instructions are shared privately only after selection.
How many founders will attend?
Up to 15 paying founders. The retreat proceeds only if a minimum of 12 paid founders is achieved.
Where will we stay?
A carefully selected premium nature resort in Kodaikanal. The exact property and arrival details will be shared with confirmed participants.
Do I need to travel from Kochi?
Group transport runs from Kochi. You may indicate if you will join that journey or make your own arrangements when you apply.
Is accommodation twin-sharing?
Yes. Twin-sharing is the default. You must be comfortable with twin-sharing to apply.
What is the early-bird fee?
₹54,500 for the first five selected founders whose reservation deposits clear. Standard fee is ₹57,500.
Is this medical or therapeutic treatment?
No. Founder-Being is a wellbeing and reflective community experience. It is not a medical, psychiatric or psychological treatment programme. All practices are voluntary.
What if the retreat is postponed or cancelled?
If Founder-Being cancels, payments are refunded in full. If the minimum cohort is not achieved, applicants may choose a full refund or transfer to a rescheduled retreat. Final policy details are confirmed before payment.
Apply
Application form
Wellbeing and legal notices
Founder-Being is a wellbeing and reflective community experience. It is not a medical, psychiatric or psychological treatment programme. All physical and meditative practices are voluntary. Selected participants will be asked privately about relevant accessibility, dietary or health considerations so that reasonable arrangements can be discussed.
If Founder-Being cancels the retreat, payments are refunded in full. If the minimum participation is not achieved, applicants may choose a full refund or transfer to a rescheduled retreat. After official confirmation and vendor commitment, participant payments become non-refundable but may be transferable where operationally possible. Force-majeure follows resort and transport terms.
