What to expect at
The Joy Retreat
Where
Lagos, Nigeria
When
5-7 December, 2025
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At The Joy Retreat you will....
You will understand why you are the way you are and gain useful tools to becoming your truest, most joyful self.
Learn the value of stillness, of being present and of enjoying the life that you have NOW.
Enjoy an absence of stress, anxiety and fear.
Connect with other people who are just like you discovering their passion for life.
Experience a judgement free zone of vulnerability, laughter, and increased self worth
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A Few Words
From The Host
In the midst of chaos, you can always find peace, you can always find clarity, you can always find joy.
But how exactly do you do that
– In a noisy world
– In a hustle culture
– In the rough and tumble of social media?
How do you find and keep your center?
How do you achieve your goals without losing your core?
That’s what I’ve spent the past few years learning and practicing for myself.
And every year, I gather those whose hearts are open and whose spirits are willing at an exclusive beach resort in Lagos, Nigeria to share what I have learnt.
No phones.
No internet.
No baggage.
It’s a weekend of music, medication, soul food and healing.
This year’s edition holds from 5 – 7 December, 2025.
To get the 15% early bird discount, register now – before the 31th of March.
I can’t wait to spread three days of bliss with you.
Chude ❤
About The Host
In 2016, after a decade as chief executive Officer at RED, one of the region’s leading media groups, Chude sensed a calling to a new mission. With no prospect of revenue or recognition, he stepped away from his role to focus on storytelling that uplifts the mind, heart, and spirit, and founded Joy, Inc., a human flourishing company that has partnered with organizations like Ford Motor Company and the Lagos State Government to create safe, nurturing spaces for mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. In 2020, he also launched #WithChude, a viral podcast featuring conversations with African leaders and celebrities.
The Joy Retreat as a way to teach people to not only live in but also spread perpetual JOY in their lives everyday.
What people said
“Chude’s Joy retreat's judgment-free atmosphere allowed us to openly share our thoughts, cry, laugh, and heal. The resources shared will be invaluable for years to come. I'm grateful to have encountered Chude through the Iyanla book club program, which brought much-needed serenity during a turbulent time. Chude's dedication to transforming lives, one heart at a time, is inspiring, and I feel fortunate to have experienced his mentorship”.
“I am so happy the Joy Retreat exists. It is the epitome of self-care as it is part therapy, part vacation, part counselling, and part coaching but the best part for me is that it gives you clarity about the immediate next steps to take needed to deal with an important issue (regardless of what issue it is) or to know how to move on to the next season. I look forward to the next one!”
“I had an amazing and refreshing experience during this retreat. My time away allowed me to gain a deeper understanding of myself and the situations around me. I realized that many of the burdens I carried were not mine, but rather the result of other people's journeys. This insight has helped me compartmentalize my life better and let go of unnecessary burdens. Since returning, I feel worry-free, content, and genuinely happy. The retreat provided a serene and perfect environment for reflection, growth, and peace. I absolutely loved the entire experience”.
“I m glad I took a picture of what I looked like when I was going for the retreat and did a video of what I looked like after, and the difference as they say is clear. It was easy to be vulnerable within the group, it was like a cleansing. I felt like I was cleansed from the inside out. The sessions on loving myself, engaging my thought, the numerous short videos that we had to listen to, the exercises we had to do, the meditation by the ocean- I can’t still see in my mind’s eye. It was a wake up call”
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Frequently Asked Questions.
When does the joy retreat hold?
Where is the location?
Can I pay multiple times?
Is there a refund policy?
Payments are non refundable.
I would like to support the retreat but I am unable to attend.
I cannot be off my phone, I have a business or family.
There is a designated time for phone use so you can check on family, however during the sessions, no phones are allowed.
What's your policy for cancellations?
We hope you can make it, there is no refund for payment, however under extenuating circumstances a 50% refund may be given.
What are the check in and check out times?
Check in is Friday at 3pm and check out is Sunday at 12pm after the special Sunday service.