A Beautiful Life Deserves Beautiful Experiences.
THE RELATIONSHIP STUDIO EXPERIENCES
Curated gatherings for couples who want to slow down, reconnect, laugh together, and create lasting memories—with one another and with other thoughtful couples.
EXPLORE UPCOMING EXPERIENCESMore 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.
Cape Charles Couples Escape
September 2026
FOUR DAYS. THREE NIGHTS.
A Private Waterfront Experience on Virginia's Eastern Shore
Sometimes the most meaningful weekends aren't the busiest ones.
They're the ones where mornings begin slowly with coffee overlooking the water...
Afternoons invite long walks, quiet conversations, or simply watching the boats drift by...
Evenings end around the dinner table, the fire pit, or beneath a sky full of stars.
This isn't simply a weekend away.
It's an opportunity to slow down, reconnect with your favorite person, and enjoy the beauty of intentional living alongside a small group of thoughtful couples.
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Ideal For:
• Busy professionals
• Parents with limited availability
• Couples who prefer the comfort of home
• Those seeking a lower-cost entry point
Option 2: The Lasting Love —
In-Person Retreat Experience
June 12th & June 13th, 2026
10am - 4pm Each Day
A beautifully curated 2-day couples experience hosted in a stunning Baltimore waterfront space.
Perfect for couples who want deeper immersion, face-to-face guidance, and a romantic atmosphere designed for reconnection.
Ideal For:
• Couples craving an elevated, intimate experience
• Those who want to get away
• Couples celebrating a milestone or rebuilding connection
• Couples desiring a premium, luxury environment
Space is limited for both retreat formats to preserve the quality of the experience.
What Couples Said About Our Most Recent Retreat
"Attending the Reconnect Couples Retreat was truly an inspiring experience for my wife and me. The setting created the perfect atmosphere for rest, reflection, and reconnection. The thoughtfully crafted agenda and workshop topics encouraged us to be vulnerable, rediscover our shared purpose, and lean into the work of strengthening our bond."
- PREVIOUS RETREAT 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
“We were truly blessed by this marriage retreat. It provided an open yet safe environment to receive the valuable insight that David and Katrina so graciously shared.”
- PREVIOUS RETREAT PARTICIPANT
WHAT YOU'LL EXPERIENCE TOGETHER....
During this experience, you and your partner will learn practical tools to help you:
✔ Reconnect and strengthen the friendship that holds your relationship together
✔ Feel closer emotionally — which naturally supports deeper intimacy
✔ Communicate in ways that help you feel heard and understood
✔ Handle disagreements without the same arguments repeating themselves
✔ Understand each other more deeply — what matters, what stresses you, and what you need from one another
✔ Build a relationship that stays strong and connected through the changing seasons of life
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.
WHY THIS WORKS:
Grounded in Research
This workshop is based on the Seven Principles For Making Marriage Work framework developed by The Gottman Institute, informed by decades of relationship science.
The principles taught in this experience are backed by over 40 years of research on what makes marriages succeed — and what causes them to struggle.
You will leave with practical tools you can use immediately and return to for years to come.
When couples learn better skills, relationships change.
MEET YOUR FACILITATORS
DAVID & KATRINA BURTON
Katrina Burton is a licensed therapist and certified coach with extensive experience guiding 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.
Katrina and David believe that strong marriages are built intentionally — and that when couples are given the right tools, meaningful change becomes possible.
Helping couples live and love well is our mission...
Gottman Leaders
“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
Why Couples Choose the Lasting Love Retreat
Even strong marriages go through seasons where connection feels harder than it once did.
Careers become demanding.
Responsibilities increase.
Schedules get full.
Over time, couples often realize they are functioning well as partners in life — but not feeling as connected as they once did.
The Lasting Love Couples Retreat Experience was created for couples who want to be proactive about their relationship and invest in building a marriage that continues to grow stronger over time.
A Different Kind of Relationship Experience
This retreat is not group therapy.
Instead, it is a guided, structured learning experience based on decades of relationship research from The Gottman Institute.
Couples will participate in:
- brief teaching sessions
- guided exercises
- private couple conversations
Most of the work happens between partners, allowing you to reflect and reconnect in a supportive environment.
The Result
Couples leave the retreat with:
• a deeper understanding of each other
• practical communication tools
• renewed emotional closeness
• a clearer path forward for their relationship
Many couples spend months — sometimes years — working through relationship challenges in weekly therapy sessions.
This retreat offers a concentrated experience where couples can learn practical, research-based relationship skills together in just a few days.
“Stepping away from the busyness of life gave us the space to face some of our challenges honestly and to reaffirm our love and commitment to each other.”
- PREVIOUS RETREAT PARTICIPANT
THE INVESTMENT
Participating in the Lasting Love Couples Retreat Experience is an investment in one of the most important relationships in your life.
We offer two ways to experience the retreat depending on the format that best fits your schedule and preferences.
Virtual Retreat Experience
$447
* Flexible Payment Plans available on the checkout page from AfterPay, Klarna, etc.
RESERVE YOUR SPOTIn Person Retreat Experience
$1,197
* Flexible Payment Plans available on the checkout page from AfterPay, Klarna, etc.
RESERVE YOUR SPOTMany couples find that investing intentional time in their relationship now can prevent far greater costs — emotionally and financially — later.
Which Experience Is Best For You?
| Feature | The Lasting Love Virtual Experience | The Lasting Love In-Person Retreat Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Format | Live, online via Zoom | 2-day live experience in a luxury waterfront loft |
| Total Time | 9 hours over 2 days (4.5 hours per day) | 12 hours over 2 days (6 hours per day) |
| Location | Join from anywhere, no travel required | Baltimore waterfront, private luxury loft overlooking the Canton waterfront |
| Learning Style | Interactive teaching plus private breakout couple exercises | Live teaching, guided exercises, and in-room support in an immersive environment |
| Atmosphere | Flexible, comfortable, at-home environment | Elevated, romantic, sunlit space that naturally supports connection |
| Ideal For | Busy professionals, parents, long-distance couples, and those wanting a more accessible and convenient option | Couples seeking a more immersive retreat experience, celebrating a milestone, or wanting dedicated time away to focus intentionally on their relationship |
| Connection Extras | At-home rituals of connection encouraged between sessions | Built-in waterfront date night, walkable dining options, and optional water taxi to nearby dining and entertainment areas |
| Workbook | Digital printable workbook (recommended to print two copies, one for each partner) * Optional - Couples can order Couples Set -physical products -for $75. (see FAQ's) | Includes Couples Set - physical products (Two Couples Workbooks; one copy of the best-selling book, The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work; Love Maps card deck; and Open Ended Questions card deck) |
| Food | Enjoy on your own | Light breakfast, lunch and beverages provided |
| Group Size | Larger capacity while remaining interactive | Intimate, small-group setting for a more personalized experience |
| Investment | $447 per couple | $1,197 per couple |
| Best For | Couples wanting powerful tools and connection without travel or complex logistics | Couples wanting a memorable, elevated relationship experience in a beautiful setting with built-in date night opportunities |
An Investment in Your Relationship
Couples often invest significant time and resources into careers, homes, vacations, and their children’s activities.
Yet the relationship that supports everything else in life is often the one that receives the least intentional attention.
The Lasting Love Couples Retreat Experience is designed to give couples something that is often hard to create in everyday life — uninterrupted time, thoughtful guidance, and practical tools to strengthen the relationship you’ve built together.
Many couples find that setting aside intentional time to invest in their relationship is one of the most valuable and meaningful decisions they can make for their relationship.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is this therapy?
Do we need to prepare beforehand?
What if we have some conflict but are not in crisis?
What materials are provided?
Where is the in-person retreat located?
Is lodging / parking included with the in-person retreat?
Will we have to share personal issues with others?
What if we can no longer attend? Are refunds available?
This workshop is designed for couples who:
✓ Are in stable relationships and want to strengthen connection.
✓ Want practical tools to manage conflict more effectively.
✓ Value research-based guidance.
✓ Prefer a structured format.
✓ Want to invest intentionally in their relationship.
This workshop is not appropriate for couples experiencing:
✓ Severe relationship distress.
✓ Emotional or physical abuse.
✓ Active substance addiction.
✓ Serious compulsive behaviors (gambling, sexual acting out, etc.)
✓ Significant untreated mental health conditions that impair relational functioning.
If you are experiencing these challenges, individualized therapy or specialized clinical support is strongly recommended before participating.
"We left with a renewed understanding: some of the challenges we thought we had were not challenges at all, but opportunities. Opportunities to learn, to grow, and to better partner with and love each other."
- PREVIOUS RETREAT PARTICIPANT
BUILD A STRONGER, MORE CONNECTED MARRIAGE - WITH INTENTION.
If you and your partner are ready to strengthen your friendship, deepen your connection, and navigate challenges with greater confidence and skill, we invite you to join us for The Lasting Love Couples Retreat Experience.
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