Couples Retreat: Beyond the Bedroom
I help couples go from the “friend zone” to the “sexy zone” by normalizing conversations about sex.
Angela Skurtu, LMFT-S, CST-S
Blissful Escapes Couples Retreat
October 9-11, 2026
Camden on the Lake Resort | Lake of the Ozarks
This intimate couples retreat is a chance to step away from the noise of daily life and reconnect with your partner in a calm, supportive, and thoughtfully guided environment. Set against the serene backdrop of the lake, the weekend is designed to help couples slow down, deepen emotional and physical intimacy, and feel more at ease talking openly about sex, connection, and desire.
Through a blend of guided discussions, experiential exercises, and mind body practices, couples will explore how intimacy lives in both conversation and the body. With support from licensed massage therapists and a certified yoga instructor, the retreat gently weaves relaxation, embodiment, and meaningful dialogue together.
Step 1
SUBMIT APPLICATION
Complete the retreat application and submit the $2000 per couple retreat fee. This secures your place, pending a brief introductory conversation with Angela.
Step 2
SCHEDULE INTRODUCTION
Book a short introductory meeting with Angela to talk through your goals, answer questions, and confirm that the retreat is the right fit for you as a couple.
Step 3
BOOK ROOM RESERVATION
Call Camden on the Lake directly at (573) 365-5620 to reserve your room. Mention “Couples Retreat” or use code BECR1026 for my discounted rate.
Camden On The Lake Resort
Nestled along the shoreline, Camden on the Lake Resort offers an upscale, relaxing setting designed for both comfort and connection. The newly renovated hotel blends lakefront serenity with thoughtful luxury, featuring spacious suites, attentive service, and a vibrant on site atmosphere.
Couples can enjoy everything from a morning coffee at the gourmet café to evenings filled with lakeside dining, live entertainment, or quiet moments by the water. With a full service spa, swim up pool bar, fitness center, boutique shopping, and multiple inviting gathering spaces, the resort makes it easy to unwind, recharge, and fully settle into the retreat experience.
Whether you’re soaking in a hot tub, strolling the marina, or simply enjoying the view from your suite, Camden on the Lake provides a beautiful backdrop for rest, reflection, and reconnection.
Meet Your Host - Angela Skurtu
Angela Skurtu is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Missouri and a nationally certified Sex Therapist through AASECT. Since 2008, she has helped couples and individuals strengthen intimacy, communication, and sexual health. She holds a Master of Education in Counseling and Family Therapy from the University of Oregon and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa.
An AAMFT and AASECT-approved supervisor, Angela is a recognized leader in sexual and relationship health. Her work has been featured in The Huffington Post, Women’s Day, Psychology Today, Good Therapy, and The St. Louis Post-Dispatch. She received the Missouri Association for Marriage and Family Therapists Media Award and the 2020 Best of Ballwin Award for Marriage and Family Counseling.
Angela is a sought-after speaker and an AASECT-approved continuing education provider. She is the author of Pre-Marital Counseling: A Guide for Clinicians, Helping Couples Overcome Infidelity, and FROM FCK NO TO FCK YES! She also hosts The Open Bedroom Doors Podcast, where she offers candid, practical conversations about sexual wellbeing.
Meet Your Practitioners
Massage Therapist – Nick Baker
Nick Baker is a professional fitness trainer with over 13 years of experience in strength, mobility, and recovery. Now based in Lake of the Ozarks, he is a Certified Massage Therapist dedicated to helping clients feel better, move better, and live better. His work blends functional training, mobility, and massage therapy to support injury recovery, performance, and long-term wellness. Nick primarily serves active, health-conscious individuals, including golfers and those seeking holistic, sustainable approaches to fitness and recovery.
Tantric Yoga Instructor – Jasen Jones
Jasen Jones, also known as Yogi J, is a 200-hour RYT Kundalini Yoga instructor and Reiki Master who has lived in the Lake of the Ozarks for over 25 years. Teaching for more than five years, Jasen has led classes across numerous studios and community spaces throughout the region. His yoga journey began through sobriety in 2019 and is deeply informed by lived experience, including surviving a heart attack in 2021. Jasen offers Kundalini, Yin, meditation, Yoga Nidra, sound baths, and his Healing Hearts class, Life Beyond Loss.
Thai Massage – Millicent “Millie” Cowgill
Millicent Cowgill specializes in deep tissue and Thai massage, supporting clients with chronic pain relief, muscular tension, mobility, and recovery. Trained under Dr. Wrendy Marcenik at Real Life Chiropractic Center, she brings a strong foundation in anatomy, physiology, and therapeutic bodywork. Her sessions combine functional stretching and intentional pressure, tailored to each client’s needs, from sports recovery to post-surgical rehabilitation. Millicent believes deeply in the healing power of touch and partners with each client to support their overall wellbeing and long-term vitality.
Retreat Itinerary
October 9-11, 2026
Camden on the Lake Resort | Lake of the Ozarks
A weekend designed to help couples slow down, reconnect, and deepen emotional and physical intimacy through presence, movement, conversation, and shared experiences.
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Friday, October 9 – Arrival & Connection (Optional)
7:00–9:00 PM | Optional Welcome Dinner & Meet-and-Greet
Horny Toad Restaurant
Couples are invited to gather for a relaxed, optional dinner to meet other retreat participants and begin settling into the weekend. This evening is informal and social—no structured activities—allowing couples to ease into connection at their own pace.
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Saturday, October 10 – Deepening Connection
Niangua Room, 2nd floor
8:30–9:00 AM | Arrival and Setting Up Yoga Mats
Time to arrive, have a coffee or tea, set up your yoga mat, and gently transition into the day.
9:00–10:30 AM | Tantric Couples Yoga
Gentle, partnered yoga focused on breath, eye contact, and synchronized movement. No yoga experience required—this session is about connection rather than performance. There will be time at the end to talk as couples and set the tone for the day.
10:30–10:45 AM | Break
Snacks, hydration, and personal connection time.
10:45 AM–12:00 PM | Couples Intimacy-Building Experience
Guided exercises designed to increase emotional closeness, safety, and attunement between partners through structured sharing and presence.
12:00–2:00 PM | Extended Lunch Break
Enjoy lunch at your leisure. Couples are encouraged to use this time for relaxed conversation, walking the grounds, or quiet connection.
2:00–3:15 PM | Women’s Group: Sharing Our Stories
A facilitated space for women to reflect on their experiences, challenges, and desires within relationships.
3:15–3:30 PM | Break & Transition
3:30–4:45 PM | Men’s Group: Sharing Our Stories
A facilitated space for men to reflect on their experiences, challenges, and relational patterns.
4:45–5:00 PM | Snack & Reset Break
5:00–6:00 PM | Dance Lesson & Couples Intimacy Sharing
A playful, embodied experience using movement and guided reflection to reinforce connection, joy, and shared vulnerability.
6:00 PM | Day One Closing
Dinner on your own. Couples are encouraged to enjoy the evening at their own pace.
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Sunday, October 11 – Integration & Moving Forward
8:30–9:00 AM | Arrival & Light Snacks
9:00–10:15 AM | Tantric Couples Yoga
A morning session focused on grounding, reconnecting, and gently waking the body and relationship. Session will end with couples discussion and group connection.
10:15–10:30 AM | Break
10:30 AM–12:00 PM | Couples Massage Instruction
Learn simple, nurturing massage techniques couples can safely and comfortably practice at home to promote relaxation and bonding.
12:00–1:30 PM | Extended Lunch Break
Time for nourishment, rest, and informal connection.
1:30–2:50 PM | Couples Intimacy Conversations
Structured partner dialogue to practice communication, emotional expression, and deeper understanding. Couples reflect on their experience and create a clear, written plan for how they will continue nurturing intimacy after the retreat.
2:50–3:00 PM | Closing Circle and Intention Setting
3:00 PM | Retreat Concludes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this couples retreat, who is it for, and what makes it different?
Where and when is the retreat?
How much does the retreat cost and what does it include?
Is lodging and food included?
Are payment plans or refunds available?
Is space limited?
What should we pack?
Yes. The retreat is limited to a maximum of 10 couples to ensure a safe, supportive, and personalized experience.
What kinds of physical activities are included, and are they sexual or explicit?
How emotionally deep is the retreat, and what kind of relationship work will we do?
Is the retreat inclusive and adaptable for different bodies, identities, and needs?
What can we realistically expect to gain from the weekend?
Hire me for your Next Retreat
My retreat process is highly personalized, and I don’t do one-size-fits-all. I can be hired to facilitate retreats by churches, community groups, companies, or organizations looking to bring powerful, real-talk relationship work into their events.
I want to make it clear: I will personalize every retreat to fit the unique needs of your group, and I’m always happy to collaborate. I’ve teamed up with yoga instructors, couples massage therapists, pastors, company leadership, and other wellness pros to create well-rounded, transformative experiences.
I deeply respect your value system and will work with your group to facilitate a retreat that fits your needs and values.
Before your retreat, I survey both participants and leadership to design a program that aligns with your goals—whether that’s sexual health education, communication skills, or men’s and women’s empowerment. We kick things off by creating a safe, comfortable space through icebreakers and co-created guidelines that invite vulnerability and trust.
After the event, I gather feedback to continuously improve. My aim? To create a retreat your group wants to attend again and again.
