“CATALYST was truly, truly profound. I’d never been on a retreat before, so I didn’t really know what I was in for. What I got to experience with Matt & El was truly life-changing. Not only their facilitation experience but also the other people I got to connect with.

The most pivotal moment of the retreat was the challenge part, under the guidance of Matt and El. They were both there to guide me, hold me, support me, through what I needed to work through.

I can’t recommend the retreat enough. It’s changed my life, made me a better man, better friend, better partner and a stronger person. I’m so clear on what I want to do with my future now and so at peace with myself.”

“What was most valuable was having Caitlin create a container for us to deeply explore where we have come from and where to from here. Having her facilitate conversations that have gone around in circles, sometimes simply holding space and at other times providing counsel and a different perspective challenged us to stress test our thinking, reflect and really consider the impact we want to have and why we exist.”

“I came to CATALYST because I was at a real crossroads in my life. I was looking for that spark, guidance and help with taking that next step in my life.

I now feel loved and a real sense of community that we built over such a short time. I felt like i was in safe hands, that the facilitators cared and that the other participants really helped me with where I’m at now at the end of the retreat.”

“Caitlin from The Formative guided our people in co-creating a new organisational purpose that is fit for our new operating context whilst honouring our rich histories. Caitlin’s ability to remain open, flexible and keep the end goal in mind was a huge asset along the way. Our new purpose has provided an inspiring way forward for our people, given us a strong sense of identity coupled with a clear line of sight on the role we play in the broader Lion family.”

“I am so glad I made the decision to go on this retreat - I wasn't sure what to expect but I had immense trust in Matt, so I threw myself in and have undoubtedly come out a different person the other side.

I would highly recommend this retreat to anyone feeling in a rut with their lives / careers / relationships and seeking clarity, and also anyone looking to be part of a community of like-minded individuals who are going to have your back through the process.”

“Caitlin has been a beacon of guidance and unwavering support on my journey towards impactful, conscious leadership. Her profound commitment to embodiment supported me in exploring somatic practices to expand my emotional capacity as I worked through the discomforts of understanding evolutionary leadership in an uncertain world.”

“I didn’t fully know what I was getting myself into, and 48 hours later I’ve come out a different person. I’m so grateful for what this experience has taught me.

It was a wild and transformational few days. It’s been highs and lows and everything in between, and non-stop learning.

While the learning has just begun I feel a sense of freedom and ease. Sometimes in life you’re faced with a choice or a crossroads or some uncertainty, and you don’t know where to go and where to be and you just need something to tell you that you’re heading in the right direction. That was this for me.

I’d recommend this for people who want change, who want growth and want to discover themselves but are maybe too afraid to start or too overwhelmed by what they might discover.

“I was brought to CATALYST looking for a different space that I didn’t have in my everyday life with my mates and family.

Ir was a place for me to be vulnerable and open when I wasn’t yet ready t do that with my mates.

As a result of being here, I’ve experienced and felt a release that I’ve so desperately needed. It feels great and I can honestly say that for the first time in a long time.”