A Writer’s Retreat for Teenagers
When | May 23-24 (Thurs, Fri)
Where | Farm 124, Chennai
Who | Anyone interested & aged 14-20
What is it? Let me try in 3 sentences:
A week-end residential retreat replete with guided sessions, mentors and fellow writers to and give you the spark you need.
Unplugging at a small village with sprawling fields, a lake and a landscape dotted with huts (in short, no distractions).
A space where inspiration and energy come together to get you thinking, reflecting, collaborating and of course, writing.
If it sounds interesting, let’s move on!
For registration and further details, contact +91 8072474482 and reserve your seat as the retreat is limited to 15 participants.
Check out our blog post covering our previous writer’s retreat for a better idea of what you can expect.
Details at a Glance
Dates: May 23-24
Venue: Farm 124, Chennai
Program Fees: Rs 2000 before May 15 / Rs 3000 after May 15*
You can make the payment here.
*The program fees cover food, stay and program materials. Transport will also be arranged from and to Alwarpet, Chennai.
FAQ
What should I bring?
The Writer’s Hub at Farm 124
Here's the suggested packing list:
Clothes for 2 days, and comfortable clothes for sleeping
Basic toiletries (toothbrush, comb, etc)
1-2 books to read
A laptop is recommended as participants may need one during our session on collaborative writing. If that’s not possible, no worries — we’ll work it out!
A camera if you’d like to take any pictures during our morning walk
If you have any sleeping bags, do bring that along. Depending on the weather conditions, we may spend some time stargazing before going to bed.
What are the day-to-day activities and guided sessions?
Check out our blog post covering our previous writer’s retreat for a better idea of what you can expect. Also, feel free to call us at +91 8072474482 to know more — we can share a general outline of the different sessions we have planned for you, and help you figure out if this retreat is something you’d find interesting!
Can I be a mentor?
You can apply to be a mentor or apply to be a volunteer. We'd love have you on board, and will get back to you after reviewing your application!
Can parents accompany participants?
You can apply to be a volunteer, with the understanding that you will not be able to take part in the workshop itself as we believe in giving participants a space to express themselves freely.
Is it safe to send participants alone?
Dedicated volunteers will always be present on-site to ensure the safety of all participants. So rest assured, we'll take care of things!