By Cator Sparks, Life Coach
In a world that often demands we hide parts of ourselves, finding spaces for genuine connection and personal growth can feel impossible. The GBTQ+ Men’s Retreat offers something rare: a sanctuary where gay, bi, trans, and queer men can embrace their authentic selves while building meaningful community bonds.
Hosted by certified life coach Cator Sparks with breathwork facilitation by Ron Grey, this intimate retreat welcomes just eight participants into a space steeped in queer history. The setting itself tells a story of resilience and love—a charming 1899 gardener’s cottage in Atlanta’s Midtown that has nurtured the LGBTQ+ community for decades, from hosting AIDS charity events in the 1980s to serving as a loving home for gay couples who restored its gardens.
A Different Kind of Transformation
This isn’t your typical retreat experience. Participants can expect morning yoga and movement sessions, chef-prepared meals, and evening fireside connections. The focus remains clear: no sex, no drugs, no alcohol—just pure connection to yourself and others through meaningful circle work and proven somatic healing practices.
What sets this retreat apart is its practical approach to common concerns. Instead of stressing about shared accommodations, participants can choose their own lodging—from luxury hotels to cozy Airbnbs. The location eliminates travel headaches, too, as it sits just twenty minutes from Atlanta’s airport with numerous accommodation options nearby.
Your Invitation to Healing
Beyond the logistics lies something deeper: an opportunity to develop emotional and social life skills while surrounded by men who understand your journey. Participants leave with tangible tools for living more intentionally and authentically, as well as connections that often last long after the weekend.
For those ready to invest in their personal growth while celebrating their identity within the community, the GBTQ+ Men’s Retreat offers both sanctuary and transformation. Sometimes the most radical act is simply showing up as yourself—and being witnessed with love.
When: March 20-22, 2026
Where: Private Residence in Atlanta
More info: GBTQRetreats.com or email: cator@catorsparks.com
Ready to begin? Early bird pricing is available this month with code QUEERJOY2026.