Imagine being a part of a group of teacher authors who spend 3 days together connecting, learning, action planning, being pampered, relaxing, and having a ton of fun.

Join us at Fun and Focused, a 3-day retreat with individualized training and learning. It is a teacherpreneur event like no other! Satisfaction guaranteed!


This special event takes place October 9-12, 2020 at the luxurious Grand Villa located near Austin, Texas. You will be pampered and taken care of throughout the entire retreat. All the details, including lodging and meals are taken care of for you.

What will we be doing at Fun and Focused?

We have some amazing sessions and activities planned for you. This retreat is a beautiful combination of learning and relaxing. Learning presentations are workshop style, where you will first learn and then practice the information and tips provided. 

Here is the schedule (subject to minor changes):

Day 1:

Arrival time is 5:00pm - 7:00pm.

  • Once you arrive at the estate, you will be personally greeted and shown to your sleeping area. Then, you will relax, enjoy some snacks and your favorite beverage, and visit while all the attendees arrive. 
  • Once everyone has arrived, we will have an introductory session, where we will identify our goals for the retreat and also for our businesses.
  • A delicious dinner will be served, followed by drinks and dessert. You can then sit on the deck and view the stars, soak in the hot tub, swim in the beautiful outdoor pool, or relax and visit with your TpT friends.

Day 2:

  • 8:00 am      Breakfast is served.
  • 9:00 am      Opening Session by Shelly Rees   
  • 10:00 am    Session #1 TBA
  • 11:00 am    Session #1 Individual Worktime
  • Noon           Lunch is served.
  • 12:45 pm    Session #2 TBA
  • 1:45 pm      Session #2 Individual Worktime
  • 2:45 pm      Independent Worktime, Pool, Outdoor Time, Relax
  • 6:30 pm      Dinner with dessert and drinks, followed by fun                                  activities and relaxation

Day 3: 

  • 8:00 am     Breakfast is served.
  • 9:00 am     Session #3 TBA
  • 10:00 am   Session #3 Individual Worktime
  • 11:00 am   Group Photo
  • 11:45 am   Lunch is served.
  • 12:30 pm   20 Minute Small Group Topic Rotations
  • 2:00 pm     Group Outing
  • 7:30 pm     Closing Session by Shelly Rees
  • 8:00 pm     Brownie and Ice Cream Bar
  • 9:00 pm     Relax and unwind!

Day 4:

  • 7:30am  Breakfast is served.
  • 9:00am  Departure time


About the Location

With over 9,000 square feet of living space, Grand Villa is a beautiful home situated on 6 acres in Dripping Springs, Texas. This desirable location is perfect for a large group retreat, with lots of space to learn, work, and socialize with other attendees.

The space

This incredible resort home features:

  • 46 Max Occupancy (will not be crowded)
  • 23 Total Beds
  • 2 Large Living Areas
  • Game Room
  • Huge Pool
  • 12 Person Hot Tub
  • 3,000 Square Foot Deck with Amazing Views
  • Bocce Ball Court
  • Laundry Facilities
  • 2.8 Miles to Downtown
  • Commercial Grade Coffee Station
  • Grand Kitchen and Dining Area
  • Plentiful Bathrooms!
  • More!!!


Questions and Answers

Q: I've attended meet-ups and conferences before. How is this different?
A: This retreat is different than other meet-ups in several ways. First, it is open to a limited number of people, so you will get the individualized help you need. Each learning session is followed by individual worktime so that you can put into practice what you just learned, with guidance as needed. Additionally, this is a luxurious retreat that includes ALL meals, lodging, outings, and more!

Q: What is the cost of this retreat?
A: The total cost of Fun and Focused Texas Edition is $1,495. 

Q: I'm concerned about the cost. Why does it seem so expensive?
A: All of the planning and work has been done for you so that you can not only leave feeling pampered and refreshed, but also recharged with a new focus and perspective on your business. When you consider what you would normally pay for a 3 nights in an upscale, luxurious hotel room, all your meals and expenses, PLUS the individualized guidance and knowledge you'll gain at this event, you will understand that the cost is very fair.

Q: Can you save me a spot and allow me to pay later?
A: I'm sorry, but due to the very limited number of attendees, we cannot save spots. It is on a first come, first serve basis.

Q: Why are you only accepting a limited number of attendees?
A: I want each participant to have an absolutely amazing time and to learn as much as possible during the retreat. This will be an intimate, personalized event like none other.

Q: What exactly am I getting for the price of the retreat?
A: You will receive:

  • 3 night's lodging at the luxurious Dripping Springs Grand Villa
  • All meals, beverages, and snacks
  • A retreat workbook
  • Workshops and goal-setting sessions
  • Networking opportunities
  • Product photography lighting and assistance
  • Service, pampering, and relaxation
  • Group Photo
  • Retreat swag
  • New friendships
  • A ton of fun and inspiration

Q: Do you offer cancellations and refunds?
A: Refunds will be offered for cancellations through June 1st. From June 1st through August 31st, we allow you to transfer your ticket to another person. After August 31st, no refunds or transferring of tickets are permitted. This is due to the personalized nature of this event.

Q: How should I dress and what should I bring?
A: Dress comfortably, as this is a relaxing retreat with workshop-style learning. Casual dress is a-ok! You should bring the following items:

  • Laptop, drive, power cords, etc.
  • Your favorite pens, pencils, and markers
  • A wrapped gift of something from the area where you live ($15 or less)
  • A printed copy of a resource to use for the product photography session
  • Clothing for 4 days
  • Sunscreen

Q: Will I have my own bed and bedroom?
A: While you won't have your own bedroom, you will have a bed to sleep on. If you don't mind sharing a bed with a friend, you can indicate that on the form when you sign up. (Thank you in advance!)

Q: Can I request a particular roommate or roommates?
A: Yes! After you pay, you will be directed to complete a form. On the form, there will be a space for you to make that request.

Q: What kinds of meals will be provided?
A: We will be going the extra mile to bring you delicious meals and snacks each day of the retreat. Breakfast will consist of fresh fruit, locally baked pastries, bagels, and other items. Lunches and dinners will be fabulous entrees and side dishes that we will be bringing in from some of our favorite restaurants.

Q: Can I have a snack between meals?
A: Definitely! We will have a large variety of snacks available to you at all times.

Q: What beverages will be available?
A: We will have a nice variety of sodas and alcoholic beverages for you to choose from. 

Q: Can I bring my husband or my children?
A: At most conferences, this would be completely fine. Because YOU are the focus of Fun and Focused, we ask that you please do not bring your husband or children. We want you to completely focus on yourself and your business during this retreat. You will leave feeling rested, recharged, and ready to go!

Fun and Focused is ALL about YOU and YOUR business. We want you to succeed, and this retreat is geared toward making that happen. 

You could be sitting in this living room with us in October, planning your future goals, making new friends, and bringing your business to a new level. 


Are you ready for us to reserve a spot for you at the Fun and Focused Retreat? There are limited spots available, so don't delay!

Are you ready to register for the Fun and Focused Conference?

Sign up now!

About the instructor

Instructor and Site Owner

Shelly Rees

In January, 2014, Shelly uploaded her first paid resource to Teachers Pay Teachers. Within 9 months, she reached the first official TpT milestone, and found the next milestone within the next year. She believes her quick success was possible due to a variety of factors, including working in a focused manner and using the 8 steps outlined in her course, TpT Focused Success. Shelly is both honored and grateful to have been a panelist and a three-time presenter at the TpT National Convention. In her sessions, she presented a helpful overview of the TpT Focused Success Steps. The response from teacher-authors was overwhelmingly positive, and it soon became evident that there was a need for a deeper exploration of the 8 Focused Success steps. From that, the TpT Focused Success Course for sellers was born! Course members have enjoyed the benefit of the video webinars, product planner aligned to the 8 steps, and Shelly's guidance and monthly challenges in a closed Facebook community. As a result, many members report greatly increased sales and a much higher level of success with their TpT businesses. Shelly now looks forward to sharing her expertise, strategies, and skills with other teacher-authors so they can achieve their desired level of success as teacherpreneurs! Upon seeing a need for teachers wanting to begin selling their own lesson plans and resources online, Shelly developed a second course, Becoming a Teacherpreneur. She envisioned this course being the one-stop toolbox teachers need to get a quick start on the road to becoming successful business owners and changing their lives for the better. What better side hustle for a teacher than to own his or her own business creating resources for other teachers around the world?Shelly Rees has over 23 years of practical teaching experience in the elementary classroom. She is very passionate about creating classroom materials that engage students in the learning process. Shelly believes that by providing students with the tools and skills they need to effectively organize their thoughts and learning, they will achieve a greater level of academic success. Saving teachers time and reducing their daily stress are also major influences in the resources that she creates.If you are interested in bringing your business to the next level, these courses are for you! Shelly is ready to help you and a wonderful community of sellers is waiting for you to join in the fun! 

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