Open Circle
Where teens reset, connect, and grow.
July 5–10, 2027 | Santa Cruz, CA
Pacific Region Teen Retreat
There is no cost for participating teens selected through participating Boys & Girls Clubs.
“Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?”
What This Retreat Is
A week-long, immersive mental health retreat designed for teens to unplug, reflect, and build real tools for navigating life.
Through guided conversations, outdoor experiences, and connection with peers, teens leave with greater self-awareness, confidence, and emotional resilience.
A Space to Disconnect & Reset
Set in a peaceful, natural environment, this retreat gives teens space away from daily pressures to slow down, reflect, and connect—without distractions.
Where It Takes Place
1440 Multiversity
800 Bethany Dr, Scotts Valley, CA 95066
(Santa Cruz, CA)
July 5–10, 2027
Set among redwoods and coastal hills, 1440 Multiversity provides a peaceful, immersive environment designed for reflection, connection, and growth.
What Teens Experience
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Guided Conversations
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Outdoor Experiences
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Peer Connection
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Reflection & Journaling
“This retreat changed my life. And I’m not saying that lightly.”
“I felt like I could finally open up without being judged.”
“I learned things here I’ll actually use when I go home.”
The Impact Is Real
100% Found It Helpful
Every teen surveyed reported the retreat was helpful or extremely helpful
Teens Face Real Challenges
Many teens arrive facing anxiety, stress, and trauma—and find space to process it
Lasting Takeaways
Teens leave with tools, confidence, and emotional awareness