Retreats are typically held over a weekend, but this can change according to the availability and need of the organizers.

The content of the retreats can vary depending on the topics and subjects covered. However, all presentations revolve around Native American teachings thataddresses contemporary issues.

In summary, all retreats begin with an opening prayer and song. The facilitator will teach the song so that everyone participates in the opening; this is important for participants and sets the atmosphere or energy of the space. After the opening, individual presentations will be introduced. All these workshops are tailored to fit within the scheduled breaks.

The presentations are filled with visual resources such as illustrations and supporting materials, a whiteboard, physical interactions, as well as illustrated exercises. These presentations are highly interactive. Most often, the retreat will conclude with an Inipi.