More Than a Retreat.
The best moments in life rarely happen in a hurry.
Sometimes they happen over breakfast overlooking the ocean.
Sometimes around a fire pit after everyone else has gone to bed.
Sometimes during a meaningful conversation with another couple who simply understands this season of life.
At The Relationship Studio, we curate experiences that create space for those moments.
Some gatherings include relationship education rooted in the Gottman Method. Others are simply opportunities to travel well, connect deeply, and enjoy life with people who value strong relationships and intentional living.
Every experience is thoughtfully designed around one simple belief:
Strong relationships grow when we intentionally create space for them.
What Makes These Experiences Different.
BEAUTIFUL PLACES...
Extraordinary destinations chosen for beauty, comfort, and the opportunity to truly slow down.
MEANINGFUL CONVERSATIONS...
Whether around the dinner table or during a guided session, every experience invites authentic connection.
GENUINE COMMUNITY..
Our goal isn't simply to host events.
It's to create friendships that continue long after everyone returns home.
FEATURED EXPERIENCES
💛 Choose Your Experience
Here's a look at our upcoming curated experiences.
Brigantine Beach Escape
Come Breathe Again.
November 2026
Brigantine Beach, New Jersey
FOUR DAYS. THREE NIGHTS.
11/14–11/17/26
A Luxury Island Escape on the Jersey Shore
Private Hosted Experiences. Space is limited for all experiences to preserve the intimate nature of the gathering and respect the privacy of the residence.
What Couples Said About Our Previous Experiences
"Every detail was carefully planned and wonderfully executed. From the beautiful home we stayed in to each shared meal, we left feeling grateful for the experience and stronger as a couple."
- PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE PARTICIPANT
"The Reconnect Retreat was amazing- a 10/10 experience. Every detail was carefully planned and wonderfully executed. I’m glad we decided to invest in our marriage and attend The Reconnect Retreat. Thank you for the time, energy and prayers over this experience- we felt every bit of it and are better for it. Job well done!"
- PREVIOUS RETREAT PARTICIPANT
“Stepping away from the busyness of life gave us the space to honestly face challenges and reaffirm our love and commitment."
- PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE PARTICIPANT
Who These Experiences Are For....
Couples who:
✓ want to invest in their relationship before there's a crisis
✓ appreciate meaningful conversations
✓ enjoy beautiful destinations
✓ value authentic community
✓ believe memories are worth creating intentionally
✓ are looking for more than just another vacation
Throughout the retreat, you’ll experience a mix of brief teaching, guided conversations, and private time together — so you can begin strengthening your relationship in ways that feel natural and meaningful.
MEET YOUR HOSTS
DAVID & KATRINA BURTON
individuals and couples toward healthier patterns of connection.
David Burton is an experienced educational leader with a deep commitment to growth, learning, and thoughtful facilitation.
Katrina and David are both credentialed through The Gottman Institute as Gottman Leaders, formally trained to facilitate The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work workshops.
Together, they have been married for over 28 years and bring both professional training and lived marital experience to their work with couples.
"We've spent years helping individuals and couples build stronger, healthier relationships. Along the way, we discovered something unexpected.
Some of the most meaningful growth happens outside an office—over shared meals, during long walks, while watching sunsets, and in conversations that continue long after the formal session ends.
That's why we created Relationship Studio Experiences."
Helping couples live and love well is our mission...
“David and Katrina were exceptional as both visionaries and hosts. Their warmth, insight, and genuine care created an environment that felt safe, encouraging, and deeply meaningful. It was also a joy to fellowship with other couples on similar journeys.”
- PREVIOUS RETREAT PARTICIPANT
“David and Katrina created an environment that felt safe, encouraging, and deeply meaningful.”
- PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE PARTICIPANT
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What makes a Couples Studio Experience different from a typical vacation?
Is this therapy? Are the relationship conversations like couples therapy?
Is this a retreat?
What's included in the investment?
What is the venue address?
Why do you host these experiences?
What if we can no longer attend? Are refunds available?
Some experiences last a weekend. Others become a part of your story forever.
We hope you'll join us for the next one.
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