Columbus, OH

Has the grind of life thrown you off course? Get back on track.

24-hour retreats to help you live a more impactful life.

Day-to-day life has a sneaky way of making most guys ineffective by isolating us and keeping us distracted from what matters most. At a 24-hour retreat, you’ll be inspired and challenged by other men to improve in the five big areas of lifeFaith, Family, Fitness, Faculty, Finance.


2025/26 Upcoming Events


!!FREE!! IN-Person STAY SHARP SATURDAY
November 8, 2025 at 8:00-10:00AM

FEATURED SPEAKER: Rye D'Orazio

Register for the FREE Event Here

ISI Ski/Snowboarding Day Trip

Wednesday, January 28, 2026m
Location: Seven Springs Mountain Resort

Register Here

The 2026 ISI Life 24-hour Spring Retreat
April 17-18, 2026

Speakers TBD

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The 2026 ISI Life 24-hour FALL Retreat
October 2-3, 2026

Speakers TBD

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Retreat Information


Invest in a sharper you!

Retreat Costs: $199

— In Person Stay Sharp Saturdays are FREE —

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Optional Upgrade:
Reserve an individual room (no roommate) for an additional cost of $79.

Scholarships Available:
If you would like to attend, but cost is a barrier — please email us


24 hours packed with purpose + perks.

  • A TIME TO REFLECT on the man you are becoming with specially designed workbooks to help guide you.

  • A TIME TO RECHARGE with a 24-hour break away from work, family and life’s many other responsibilities.

  • A TIME TO REFOCUS on what matters most so you move through life with purpose instead of just drifting along.

  • A TIME TO RELATE and build meaningful friendships with 30 other men to combat the isolation that can make us dull.

  • A TIME TO BE CHALLENGED by seasoned experts in the areas of Faith, Family, Fitness, Faculty, + Finance.

  • A TIME TO EAT, DRINK + SLEEP with lodging, 3 main meals, snacks, coffee and soda provided throughout both days.

  • PLUS, SOME STYLISH SWAG!

Spots are limited to 36 on a first come, first serve basis.


Retreat Schedule

 
 

DAY 1

  • 1:00p - Arrival

  • 1:30p - Welcome

  • 2:30p - F Session

  • 3:45p - F Session

  • 5:00p - Group Discussions

  • 5:30p - Dinner

  • 7:00p - Self-Reflection

  • 8:00p - Social Time / Firepit

Day 2

  • 6:15a - Workout

  • 7:00a - Breakfast

  • 8:00a - F Session

  • 9:00a - F Session

  • 10:00a - Tips/Resources

  • 10:45p - Self-Reflection

  • 12:00p - Lunch

  • 12:30p - Wrap Up

 
 

Experience an ISI Retreat!

Hear from our founders and Learn how an ISI retreat can impact you.

 

Retreat Location

Lake Hope State Park
27331 OH-278
McArthur, OH 45651

 
 

Past Retreat Speakers

FINANCE

Paul J. Breen

FITNESS

Dr. Lee Thomas

FAITH

John-Paul Tiendrebeogo

FACULTY

Doug Franck

FITNESS

Austin Addington

FAMILY

Nick Dadas

FAITH

Percell Gaskins

FACULTY

Dr. Rich Halcombe

FINANCE

James Lenhoff

FAITH

John Hansel

FAMILY

John Rule

FITNESS

Kevin Nowacki & Kenton Keeslar

FAMILY

Mike Mattes

FAITH

Mitchell Ellison

FAITH

Cory Carlson

FAMILY

Mark Brown

FACULTY

Tom Feusse

FAITH / FAMILY

Dr. Duke Heller

FACULTY

Paddy McBane

FINANCE

Steve P. Wathen

FAITH

Al Schierbaum

FACULTY

Brett Morris

FACULTY

Curtis Carnes

FINANCE

Mike Perez

FAMILY

Bill Henrichs

FAMILY

Chip Weiant

FAITH

Dr. Tom Edwards

FACULTY

Rye O'Orazio

FITNESS

Brandon Shriner

FINANCE

Chris Lightfoot

FITNESS

JD Bergman

FACULTY

Tom Dillon

FACULTY

Brent Long

FAITH

Christopher Ledezma

FACULTY

Michael Diercks

FITNESS

Ty Singleton

 

Sharpening Lives Since 2018