OUR MISSION
The power is in your hands to transform your life from within. By activating your body’s natural force through science-backed nutrition, cleansing, meditation, and energy-based movement, you unlock deep well-being, vitality, and lasting self-mastery.
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Whether through immersive retreats, online programs, or individualized coaching, DEEP DIVE for Life commits to providing you with expert guidance, loving support, and a safe space for transformation. Every step is designed with care, ensuring that you feel empowered, nurtured, and deeply connected to your own potential.
Ben Dessard, Founder
DEEP DIVE RETREATS
Step away from the noise of everyday life and immerse yourself in a space designed for true transformation. Our in-person retreats offer a holistic journey of renewal, blending restorative practices, science-based protocols, and guided self-discovery. From mindful movement to reflective workshops, every element is crafted to awaken your physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Experience the profound shifts that come when you give yourself the time and care you deserve.
HOLISTIC DETOX
AT HOME
Reset and renew without leaving your comfort zone. Our 5-day live, guided program brings the transformative power of detox directly to you. With expert support, nourishing recipes, and practices to restore balance, this program helps you activate your body’s innate healing abilities. Experience the clarity and energy of a holistic reset — all from the ease of home.
INDIVIDUAL COACHING
For those seeking personalized guidance, our one-on-one coaching provides a deep dive into your unique health needs. Using the latest science of functional lab testing, we uncover the root cause imbalances — whether hormonal, digestive, or beyond — and create tailored natural protocols to restore balance. This personalized approach meets you where you are, supporting your current needs with tailored strategies to boost your body’s natural capacity for self-healing.
OUR STORY
Deep Dive for Life began as a deeply personal journey. I’m Ben Dessard, a countryside boy from France who dreamed big and chased those dreams all the way to becoming a professional soccer player at the University of San Francisco. But life had other plans. A series of severe injuries to my knees and lumbar spine abruptly ended my career and left me grappling with a profound crisis of identity.
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In the face of loss, I turned inward and redirected my energy toward understanding human health and performance. My quest for answers started academically, earning a Master’s degree in Exercise Physiology and Metabolism from UT Austin, but it soon became much more. I discovered meditation and mystic Eastern practices, followed my intuition to study Ayurvedic nutrition in India, and became a devoted yoga practitioner.
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My path led me across the globe—from working as a fitness manager in Berlin to becoming the head retreat leader at the world-renowned Aro Ha wellness retreat in New Zealand. With each step, I gained deeper insights into the interplay between physical performance and spiritual awakening.
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In 2019, I returned to Europe and joined the Amara Valley Nature Retreat project in Catalonia, where I helped foster a conscious community and furthered my expertise by becoming a certified Integrative Health Practitioner. This training deepened my ability to work with functional lab testing, empowering me to uncover root causes of imbalances and support others with tailored natural protocols.
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Over 15 years of learning, teaching, and leading wellness experiences culminated in the creation of the DEEP DIVE Retreat — an unparalleled program that blends ancient fasting practices, silence, and ceremony for profound transformation.
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DEEP DIVE for Life was born from this journey — a healing center where ancient wisdom meets modern science to unlock the body’s potential for health, longevity, and self-healing. It’s more than a retreat; it’s a home for those ready to reclaim their vitality and step into a life of meaning and balance.
