REsilience Immersion Training
A mindfulness intensive for first responders
Harness the opportunity to sharpen your resilience and mental toughness, grounded in the calming strength of the Arizona desert.
Discover Resilience in the Desert Southwest
Join us this February for Resilience Immersion Training in the stunning surroundings of Scottsdale, Arizona. In partnership with the Chandler Police Department and the Franciscan Renewal Center, this three-day retreat offers a unique opportunity to deepen your mindfulness practice, cultivate an adaptive mindset, and build resilience—all in the warm, rejuvenating atmosphere of the desert.
Now in its 10th year and taught across North America, this training equips participants with practical, evidence-based tools to enhance emotional regulation, cognitive clarity, and overall resilience. Research shows that mindfulness reduces stress reactivity, improves focus, and fosters psychological flexibility—key skills for thriving in today’s challenges.
What You’ll Experience
This intensive program integrates the science and wisdom of mindfulness with experiential learning:
Mindfulness Meditation: Guided and individual practices to anchor awareness and attention.
Mindful Movement: Embodied techniques to get grounded in the body, enhance focus, self-regulation and equanimity.
Interactive Learning & Discussions: Insights into the science of the mind and body, principles of cognitive conditioning, and skills to support an adaptive mindset.
Immerse yourself in a transformative experience where professional expertise meets personal growth. Take the first step toward cultivating resilience in Scottsdale’s inspiring landscape.
Facilitators:
Richard Goerling, Certified Mindfulness Trainer, Retired LEO, Veteran
Lt. Donna Reno, Certified Mindfulness Coach
Lodging & Meals: $485. (2 nights lodging, 6 meals)
Tuition*: $795. $695
We work hard to keep the tuition as low as possible; we were able to minimize some supply costs and reduce tuition for this event!
Spouse/Partner Rate: $324
For participants who want to bring a spouse or partner, we are offering this discounted rate. This covers shared lodging, meals and instruction. Please email us for instructions on how to register your spouse/partner.
*Tuition covers instruction, training materials: each participant takes home a yoga mat, meditation cushion & writing journal.