A 3-Day Immersion with Cory Muscara
Location: Wading River, NY (Long Island)
Venue: Camp DeWolfe Retreat Center
Teacher: Cory Muscara
Dates: June 20-22, 2025
Times: Starts @ 7:30PM on Friday – Ends @ 4:30PM Sunday
Cost: Starting at $595
“Peace. It does not mean to be in a place where there is no noise, trouble or hard work.
It means to be in the midst of those things and still be calm in your heart.“
A 3-Day Immersion with Cory Muscara
Location: Wading River, NY (Long Island)
Venue: Camp DeWolfe Retreat Center
Teacher: Cory Muscara
Dates: June 20-22, 2025
Times: Starts @ 7:30PM on Friday – Ends @ 4:30PM Sunday
Cost: Starting at $595
“Peace. It does not mean to be in a place where there is no noise, trouble or hard work.
It means to be in the midst of those things and still be calm in your heart.“
Retreat Description
Life moves fast. Responsibilities pile up. Other people’s needs take over. Before you know it, you’re operating on autopilot—burnt out, disconnected, and living in survival mode—just trying to keep your head above water.
There are certain stages of life where this may be inevitable. But it’s no way to live long-term. And yet, so many of us do, slowly forgetting the spark that once guided us through our life.
This retreat is an invitation to slow down, tune in, and remember who you are beneath the noise.
Whether you’re navigating a transition, feeling stuck in familiar patterns, need help letting go, or simply want a fresh start, these two and a half days will give you the space to unwind the patterns, beliefs, emotions, and physiological knots that have accumulated over a lifetime of trying to be the person you thought you needed to be to safety, praise, connection, and success.
It’s also an opportunity to be real with yourself, in the most loving way you can imagine–To be honest about the places you’ve abandoned yourself; to bring softness to the parts of you that live in fear or shame; to forgive, release, let go, and cultivate an inner peace that makes you actually enjoy being who you are.
What to Expect
- Unwind from the chaos. Allow your mind and body to settle so you can see clearly what’s been driving your stress, fear, and uncertainty.
- Break free from autopilot. Recognize where you’ve been abandoning yourself and learn how to lead your life from inspiration rather than fear.
- Go beyond surface-level fixes. We’ll explore the deeper roots of why we self-sabotage and stay stuck in familiar patterns (and how to unwind from these loops)
- Open your heart. Learn how to release what’s been weighing you down—regret, resentment, self-doubt—and move forward with more love for yourself and others
- Reconnect with your true self. Get to know the real you. The you who has been there all along, but was muted from all the layers of conditioning.
The teachings will be shared through discussion and practices that weave together years of training in mindfulness, meditation, Internal Family Systems, somatic release, intuitive guidance, positive psychology, relational work, trauma healing, and more. It’s also the only opportunity to work with me in person in 2025 (I will make space for book signing after the retreat)
If you feel like something in your life needs to shift—but you don’t know where to begin—this is your invitation.
Take the time. Step away. Reset.
I’d love the chance to work with you.
“Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response.
In our response lies our growth and freedom.” – Viktor Frankl
Retreat Description
Life moves fast. Responsibilities pile up. Other people’s needs take over. Before you know it, you’re operating on autopilot—burnt out, disconnected, and living lin survival mode, just trying to keep your head above water.
There are certain stages of life where this may be inevitable. But it’s no way to live long-term. And yet, so many of us do, slowly forgetting the spark that once guided us through our life.
This retreat is an invitation to slow down, tune in, and remember who you are beneath the noise.
Whether you’re navigating a transition, feeling stuck in familiar patterns, need help letting go, or simply want a fresh start, these two and a half days will give you the space to unwind the patterns, beliefs, emotions, and physiological knots that have accumulated over a lifetime of trying to be the person you thought you needed to be to safety, praise, connection, and success.
It’s also an opportunity to be real with yourself, in the most loving way you can imagine–To be honest about the places you’ve abandoned yourself; to bring softness to the parts of you that live in fear or shame; to forgive, release, let go, and cultivate an inner peace that makes you actually enjoy being who you are.
What to Expect
- Unwind from the chaos. Allow your mind and body to settle so you can see clearly what’s been driving your stress, fear, and uncertainty.
- Break free from autopilot. Recognize where you’ve been abandoning yourself and learn how to lead your life from inspiration rather than fear.
- Go beyond surface-level fixes. We’ll explore the deeper roots of why we self-sabotage and stay stuck in familiar patterns (and how to unwind from these loops)
- Open your heart. Learn how to release what’s been weighing you down—regret, resentment, self-doubt—and move forward with more love for yourself and others
- Reconnect with your true self. Get to know the real you. The you who has been there all along, but was muted .
The teachings will be shared through discussion and practices that weave together years of training in mindfulness, meditation, Internal Family Systems, somatic release, intuitive guidance, positive psychology, relational work, trauma healing, and more. It’s also the only opportunity to work with me in person in 2025 (I will make space for book signing after the retreat)
If you feel like something in your life needs to shift—but you don’t know where to begin—this is your invitation.
Take the time. Step away. Reset.
I’d love the chance to work with you.
“Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response.
In our response lies our growth and freedom.” – Viktor Frankl
Retreat Schedule
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner will be served at 8:00AM, 12:00PM, and 5:00PM, respectively. These periods will also include free time for relaxing, napping, walking on the beach, or socializing with others. Each workshop period will include new topics, different meditation practices, discussion, question and answer, and more.
Meeting Hall for Workshops and Meditations
(chairs, mats, and cushions will be provided)
Retreat Schedule
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner will be served at 8:00AM, 12:00PM, and 5:00PM, respectively. These periods will also include free time for relaxing, napping, walking on the beach, or socializing with others. Each workshop period will include new topics, different meditation practices, discussion, question and answer, and more.
Below is a picture of our main hall where we will meet for all workshop and meditation sessions. Chairs, mats, cushions, and blankets will be provided. You are welcome to bring your own.
About Camp DeWolfe
We are very excited to be back at one of Long Island’s most scenic and historical retreat centers, Camp DeWolfe.
Overlooking the Long Island Sound, Camp DeWolfe’s 26-acre beachfront property offers year-round facilities for retreats, conferences and meetings in Wading River, New York.
Camp DeWolfe is a place where, for generations, thousands have come seeking to enjoy the beauty of the Long Island Sound, and experience greater wellbeing through the power of reflection, seclusion, and nature.
You will receive directions to Camp DeWolfe as part of your registration materials.
Camp DeWolfe
408 North Side Rd.
Wading River, NY 11792
Travel Details
Camp DeWolfe Retreat Center is located on the eastern end of Long Island, 75 miles east of Manhattan. I have run nearly 15 retreats at this retreat center with people attending from all over the world. Below are details if you’re traveling in by plane and/or train.
Plane and Train: JFK Airport and Laguardia are the closest airports to the retreat center. You are welcome to rent a car or take a taxi to the retreat center, but it will be at least an hour drive. These two airports also offer transportation to the Long Island Railroad (LIRR)–Jamaica station if you’re coming from JFK, and Woodside station if you’re coming from Laguardia). Whether you get on the LIRR from one of these two stations, or you decide to come from NYC at Penn Station, you can take the LIRR east to Port Jefferson station, which is a 25-minute taxi/Uber ride to the retreat center. You can find train details here: http://lirr42.mta.info/
Teacher
Note: You can read my formal bio and credentials below, but if you want to understand the heart of what I offer as a teacher, it’s this—the ability to help you distinguish between the layers of conditioning, ego, and protective parts and your true nature, soul, and Self. Over a lifetime of seeking safety, praise, and connection, we develop patterns and beliefs that get certain needs met, but disconnect us from our true nature. My work is about helping you unwind those patterns, so you can return to the part of you that is already whole, free, and at peace. This comes from my own relentless inquiry into what is truly “me” versus what is performance/control/fear. It’s a humbling process that has sharpened my ability to sense these distinctions in others and guide them in sensing it for themselves. I am no more unique or special than any other student or teacher. I am just uncompromising in my quest to know this truth. And my experience is that it’s the heart of all of our suffering, confusion, and feelings of being stuck.
Formal: Cory Muscara is a former monk and bestselling author of the book, Stop Missing Your Life. With over 1.5MM followers across his social media channels, Cory has gained popularity for his down-to-earth, engaging, and accessible teachings on mindfulness, spirituality, and happiness.
He has taught Mindful leadership at Columbia University, is an instructor of Positive Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania, and for the last 12 years has offered mindfulness keynotes, workshops, and retreats around the world to schools, companies, and the general public, with his meditations being more than 25 million times in over 150 countries.
A graduate of the 2-year Spirit Rock Community Dharma Leader training, Cory has many years of extensive professional training in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR); certification with Mindful Schools and the Search Inside Yourself Leadership Institute (SIYLI); training in Mindfulness-Based Inquiry, Breathworks Chronic Pain with Vidyamala Burch, and trauma-informed mindfulness through the Trauma Institute led by Bessel Van der Kolk. He is a 200-hour hatha yoga teacher, certified NLP & Eriksonian Hypnosis practitioner, an Integrative Health Coach through Duke Integrative Medicine, and certified teacher of “circling” through Circling Europe. He remains a student, always.
“Cory Muscara is the real deal. His teachings are packed with practical, innovative strategies to find real happiness.”
–Larry King
Pictures and Praise
I found this retreat to be one of the most worthwhile events in my life. This was a comfortable place to meet people, learn, expand upon my meditation practice, and most importantly, to simply grow.
Attending this retreat is giving yourself a long overdue gift. A few days away to learn more about mindfulness and meditation in a beautiful and supportive setting is well worth the investment of your time and money. The opportunity to spend a few days being taught by Cory is priceless.
In coming on this retreat, I was initially apprehensive, delaying packing leaving and considering backing out. I have never been more grateful that I followed through with an intention. I came in as a chronic pain sufferer seeking a technique that would be beneficial to my health. I got that and so much more. I was carrying grief and tragedy with me in a way I was unaware of (Dad with Alzheimers, death of beloved niece, family filled with illness). The experience was cathartic and impactful in ways that are difficult to put into words. If you are considering attending this retreat, all I can say is trust your instincts–the benefits are far reaching and valuable, facilitating growth in all aspects of your life and overall wellness.
Pictures and Praise
I found this retreat to be one of the most worthwhile events in my life. This was a comfortable place to meet people, learn, expand upon my meditation practice, and most importantly, to simply grow.
Attending this retreat is giving yourself a long overdue gift. A few days away to learn more about mindfulness and meditation in a beautiful and supportive setting is well worth the investment of your time and money. The opportunity to spend a few days being taught by Cory is priceless.
In coming on this retreat, I was initially apprehensive, delaying packing leaving and considering backing out. I have never been more grateful that I followed through with an intention. I came in as a chronic pain sufferer seeking a technique that would be beneficial to my health. I got that and so much more. I was carrying grief and tragedy with me in a way I was unaware of (Dad with Alzheimers, death of beloved niece, family filled with illness). The experience was cathartic and impactful in ways that are difficult to put into words. If you are considering attending this retreat, all I can say is trust your instincts–the benefits are far reaching and valuable, facilitating growth in all aspects of your life and overall wellness.
Pricing, Housing, and Registration
Registering With Other People?
If you are traveling with friends, family, or a large group and would like to request housing together,
you will have the opportunity to do so in the retreat questionnaire on the registration page.
Commuter
The commuter option requires you to arrange your own housing. This option is for those who live nearby, have a strong preference to book a single room (most accommodations at Camp DeWolfe have more than one person in a room), or prefer a more modern accommodation like a hotel. Below are a few options nearby accommodations:
*All prices are per person and include dinner on Friday, three meals on Saturday, and two meals on Sunday.
Cabins
There are eight heated cabins in total. Each cabin is single-sex, accommodates 6-12 guests, and includes bathroom facilities with two separate shower buildings nearby. Participants must bring their own sheets and towels.
*All prices are per person and include dinner on Friday, three meals on Saturday, and two meals on Sunday.
Retreat Lodge
The Retreat Lodge is a three-bedroom, one level house with two full bathrooms and a full kitchen. Living arrangements are 2-6 people per room. Participants must bring their own sheets and towels.
SOLD OUT
*All prices are per person and include dinner on Friday, three meals on Saturday, and two meals on Sunday.
Benson House
Benson House is an historic, three-story house, overlooking the Sound with spectacular views of the sunset. There is a full kitchen and back porch (see photos). All rooms in Benson are doubles. Sheets, towels, and bedding is included.
SOLD OUT
*All prices are per person and include dinner on Friday, three meals on Saturday, and two meals on Sunday.
Benson House (Single)
This is a SINGLE ROOM in the Benson House, an historic, three-story house, overlooking the Sound with spectacular views of the sunset. There is a full kitchen and back porch (see photos). Sheets, towels, and bedding is included.
SOLD OUT
*All prices are per person and include dinner on Friday, three meals on Saturday, and two meals on Sunday.
Sound View Lodge
Sound View Lodge sits adjacent to the Benson House. It is a ranch style, three-bedroom house (holds up to 6 people) with beautiful views overlooking the Long Island Sound. There is a full kitchen and full bathroom. All rooms are doubles (if you book a single room you will be placed with another person). Sheets, towels, and bedding is included.
SOLD OUT
*All prices are per person and include dinner on Friday, three meals on Saturday, and two meals on Sunday.
Sound View Lodge (Sunrise Room)
The Sound View Lodge’s “Sunrise Room” has its own private balcony with Adirondack Chairs that opens up to beautiful views of the Long Island Sound (especially the sunrises). It holds two people and has a private bathroom with shower. Sheets, towels, and bedding is included, and you get access to all the other amenities and community space within Sound View Lodge. NOTE: If you book as a single, you will be placed with one another person. The rate below is PER PERSON (the entire room would cost $3790).
SOLD OUT
*All prices are per person and include dinner on Friday, three meals on Saturday, and two meals on Sunday.
DeWolfe Private Apartment (West)
The West Apartment is designed for 1 or 2 people who would like extra privacy. It has one queen sized TempurPedic bed; a full kitchen with a fridge/freezer, stove, microwave, coffee maker, dining table and chairs; and a living area. This apartment is not connected to any other living quarters, so you are the only one(s) who can access the amenities and living space (unlike Benson House or Sound View Lodge, which are rooms within a larger living space). Sheets, towels, and bedding are included. Note: The price below is to reserve the ENTIRE SPACE for up to two people. The rate is the same whether you stay solo or with another person.
SOLD OUT
*All prices are per person and include dinner on Friday, three meals on Saturday, and two meals on Sunday.
DeWolfe Private Apartment (East)
The East Apartment is designed for 2 people who would like extra privacy. It has two bedrooms that each have a full size TempurPedic bed; a kitchenette with a fridge/freezer, stove, microwave, coffee maker, dining table and chairs; and a living area with armchairs. This apartment is not connected to any other living quarters, so you are the only ones who can access the amenities and living space (unlike Benson House or Sound View Lodge, which are rooms within a larger living space). Sheets, towels, and bedding are included. Note: The price below is to reserve the ENTIRE SPACE for two people.
SOLD OUT
1 Space Available
(for 2 people)
*All prices are per person and include dinner on Friday, three meals on Saturday, and two meals on Sunday.
Pricing, Housing, and Registration
Registering With Other People?
If you are traveling with friends, family, or a large group and would like to request housing together, you will have the opportunity to do so in the retreat questionnaire on the registration page for each accommodation.
Commuter
The commuter option requires you to arrange your own housing. This option is for those who live nearby, have a strong preference to book a single room (most accommodations at Camp DeWolfe have more than one person in a room), or prefer a more modern accommodation like a hotel. Below are a few options nearby accommodations:
*All prices are per person and include dinner on Friday, three meals on Saturday, and two meals on Sunday.
Cabins
There are eight heated cabins in total. Each cabin is single-sex, accommodates 6-12 guests, and includes bathroom facilities with two separate shower buildings nearby. Participants must bring their own sheets and towels.
*All prices are per person and include dinner on Friday, three meals on Saturday, and two meals on Sunday.
Retreat Lodge
The Retreat Lodge is a three-bedroom, one level house with two full bathrooms and a full kitchen. Living arrangements are 2-6 people per room. Participants must bring their own sheets and towels.
SOLD OUT
*All prices are per person and include dinner on Friday, three meals on Saturday, and two meals on Sunday.
Benson House
Benson House is an historic, three-story house, overlooking the Sound with spectacular views of the sunset. There is a full kitchen and back porch (see photos). All rooms in Benson are doubles. Sheets, towels, and bedding is included.
SOLD OUT
*All prices are per person and include dinner on Friday, three meals on Saturday, and two meals on Sunday.
Benson House (Single)
This is a SINGLE ROOM in the Benson House, an historic, three-story house, overlooking the Sound with spectacular views of the sunset. There is a full kitchen and back porch (see photos). Sheets, towels, and bedding is included.
SOLD OUT
*All prices are per person and include dinner on Friday, three meals on Saturday, and two meals on Sunday.
Sound View Lodge
Sound View Lodge sits adjacent to the Benson House. It is a ranch style, three-bedroom house (holds up to 6 people) with beautiful views overlooking the Long Island Sound. There is a full kitchen and full bathroom. All rooms are doubles (if you book a single room you will be placed with another person). Sheets, towels, and bedding is included.
SOLD OUT
*All prices are per person and include dinner on Friday, three meals on Saturday, and two meals on Sunday.
Sound View Lodge
(Sunrise Room)
The Sound View Lodge’s “Sunrise Room” has its own private balcony with Adirondack Chairs that opens up to beautiful views of the Long Island Sound (especially the sunrises). It holds two people and has a private bathroom with shower. Sheets, towels, and bedding is included, and you get access to all the other amenities and community space within Sound View Lodge. NOTE: If you book as a single, you will be placed with one another person. The rate below is PER PERSON (the entire room would cost $3790).
SOLD OUT
*All prices are per person and include dinner on Friday, three meals on Saturday, and two meals on Sunday.
Private West Apartment
The West Apartment is designed for 1 or 2 people who would like extra privacy. It has one queen sized TempurPedic bed; a full kitchen with a fridge/freezer, stove, microwave, coffee maker, dining table and chairs; and a living area. This apartment is not connected to any other living quarters, so you are the only one(s) who can access the amenities and living space (unlike Benson House or Sound View Lodge, which are rooms within a larger living space). Sheets, towels, and bedding are included. Note: The price below is to reserve the ENTIRE SPACE for up to two people. The rate is the same whether you stay solo or with another person.
SOLD OUT
*All prices are per person and include dinner on Friday, three meals on Saturday, and two meals on Sunday.
Private East Apartment
The East Apartment is designed for 2 people who would like extra privacy. It has two bedrooms that each have a full size TempurPedic bed; a kitchenette with a fridge/freezer, stove, microwave, coffee maker, dining table and chairs; and a living area with armchairs. This apartment is not connected to any other living quarters, so you are the only ones who can access the amenities and living space (unlike Benson House or Sound View Lodge, which are rooms within a larger living space). Sheets, towels, and bedding are included. Note: The price below is to reserve the ENTIRE SPACE for two people.
SOLD OUT
1 Space Available
(for 2 people)
*All prices are per person and include dinner on Friday, three meals on Saturday, and two meals on Sunday.
Cancellation Policy
If you need to cancel your attendance for any reason, you may get a full refund (minus 3% processing fees) until June 4th, 2025. After this, you may transfer 50% of your tuition to a future retreat. If you cancel within 48 hours of the event beginning, we unfortunately will not be able to issue a refund. This policy is based on non-refundable deposits we have with the retreat center and due to the fact that we cannot fill spots so close to the retreat dates. Thank you for understanding.
Scholarships
There are a limited number of partial scholarships available for commuter or cabin options. We ask you to genuinely reflect on whether or not price is a true barrier to your attendance as it most certainly will be for certain individuals and we want to make sure funds are allocated to those needs. If that is the case for you, please fill out the application form below to inquire about partial scholarships.
Questions and Contact
If you have a question, do not hesitate to get in touch! Please reach out to Olivia at support@corymuscara.com for any inquiries or concerns.