You do not need another productivity hack. You need a reset.
The Upgrade is a guided weekend away from screens, pressure, and the pace that pulled you out of yourself. We use the arc of Vision, Release, and Expand to move you from depleted to clear.
Vision, Release, Expand
The weekend is structured as a three-part journey. Each phase builds on the last so you do not just rest — you change state.
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For high achievers who have drifted from themselves.
You have spent years performing at a high level. Somewhere along the way, the momentum started to outrun the meaning. If you are running hot, a little numb, or quietly asking yourself "is this all there is?" — this weekend is for you.
- You are running on momentum, not meaning.
- You want space to think, not just to rest.
- You are ready to stop managing symptoms and start changing the pattern.
A private stretch of the California coast.
October mornings with fog over the hills. Afternoons with salt air and warm sun. Evenings around fire. Sleep, eat, move, and think in rhythm with the ocean.
Movement, ceremony, stillness, and firelight.
A weekend paced by the sun — from morning practice under open sky to shared meals, ceremony, and quiet nights around the fire.
Where you'll rest.
Three ways to stay on the property — from a shared cabin among the redwoods to a private suite with an en-suite bath. Every option includes meals, sessions, and full access to the grounds.
Community + comfort
$1,500
- Private twin bed
- Shared bath
- Wood stove + linens
- Steps from the main deck
Quiet + restorative
$2,000
- Queen bed, private room
- Semi-private bath
- Forest-facing window
- Full property access
Space to spread out
$2,500
- King bed, en-suite bath
- Private sitting area
- Reading nook + robes
- Priority session booking
Rooms are assigned on a first-apply basis. Let us know your preference on the application and we'll confirm availability.
A weekend that pays for itself in clarity.
$1,500 – $2,500
Pricing varies by accommodation choice. Payment plans available.
What people say
Past guests describe the weekend as the moment they stopped running and started choosing.
“I did not realize how loud my life had become until I had three days of quiet. I left with a clear no and a clear yes.”
Maya T.
Product Director
“This was not a spa weekend. It was a recalibration. I finally felt like I had permission to want the life I want.”
Jordan R.
Founder
“The Upgrade gave me language for the burnout I had been ignoring. Six months later, I am still using the practices.”
Samira K.
Engineering Lead
Meet the co-founders
Meredith and Ally built The Upgrade to hold high performers with equal parts depth and intention — one leading the practice, the other leading the operation.
Meredith Baker is a connection expert, coach, and facilitator who has coached hundreds of high achievers and founders and led 11 cohorts of The UPGRADE, her group coaching program for high-performing women centered on self-trust and authentic leadership. She is the founder of Powerful Stuff, a podcast and live event series blending coaching, comedy, and connection.
A graduate of Harvard and Oxford, Meredith is also a 25-time marathoner, Ironman finisher, and certified NLP coach (ICF), as well as a 500-hour trained yoga, meditation, and breathwork instructor. She has facilitated hundreds of workshops and experiences across LA, San Francisco, and internationally. Drawing on her training in stand-up and improv, Meredith brings levity and playfulness to self-development, helping groups connect faster and go deeper.
Ally Warson has spent over a decade as a venture capitalist, helping lead companies from early growth all the way to IPO. Along the way, she has learned firsthand what it takes for founders and operators to perform at the highest level without burning out.
That experience shaped her belief in the delicate balance between wellness and work. Ally leans into creating spaces that help high-performing individuals not just recover, but push even further professionally — designing the operations, structure, and hospitality of The Upgrade so deep rest and bold ambition sit side by side.
- Harvard & Oxford graduate
- ICF-certified NLP coach
- 500-hour yoga, meditation & breathwork instructor
- 11 cohorts of The UPGRADE led
- 25-time marathoner & Ironman finisher
- Founder of Powerful Stuff (podcast + live series)
More than a dinner. A shared experience.
Meredith guides the group through a flow that elevates the evening from a traditional dinner into a meaningful, memorable gathering.
Opening Presence
A short meditation and reflection question with a partner to set the tone.
Jeffersonian-Style Conversation
A guided discussion on a leadership theme that unfolds across the whole table with musings and personal stories.
Live Coaching Nudges
Subtle, real-time prompts and reframes to deepen perspectives.
Gives, Asks & Next Actions
A closing round where each participant leaves with clarity, aligned support, and tangible next steps.
Possible themes
In these facilitated dinner experiences, participants don't just network. They walk away with authentic connection, personal insight, and a memorable experience that strengthens both individual leadership and collective bonds.
Ready for the upgrade?
Spots are limited to 20 people. Apply to reserve your place and we will be in touch within two business days.
Opens a short application form. We will follow up within two business days.