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Ignited Soul Integrated Therapies Business Plan 2023

BUSINESS PLAN
IGNITED SOUL
INTEGRATED
THERAPIES

Colorado Springs
4/27/2023

Ignited Soul Integrated Therapies Business Plan 2023

CONTENTS

Executive Summary
Why ISIT?
Overview & Mission
Services and Offerings
The Company
Ownership and Management
Goals and Objectives
Goals Timeline
Marketing and Sales
Logo
Advertising Strategy
Location Analysis
Pricing
Target Market
Market Overview
Competition

Operations
Facilities
Supplies
Staffing
Financial Projections
Startup Costs
Ongoing Costs
Estimated Annual Revenue
Funding
Service Costs
Financial Overview

Ignited Soul Integrated Therapies Business Plan 2023

EXECUTIVE
SUMMARY
WHY ISIT?
IGNITED - To arouse, inflame, spark, and/or kindle

SOUL- the spiritual or immaterial part of a human being or animal; emotional or
intellectual energy or intensity, especially as revealed in a work of art or an artistic
performance.

What happens when you ignite your soul?

You become fully alive, compassionate, connected, inspired, and fulfilled.

Ignited Soul Integrated Therapies Business Plan 2023

EXECUTIVE
SUMMARY
OVERVIEW
Ignited Soul Integrated Therapies (ISIT) is a yogic-based retreat center that specializes
in art therapy and nature therapy, within the lens of positive existential therapy. ISIT
will nourish the soul through intentional healing experiences which integrate the mind,
body, soul, and community. ISIT will begin as a center and add on services and retreat
accommodations as we expand. This business plan will review ISIT's goals on a 2-year, 5year, and 10-year timeline.

MISSION
The mission of ISIT is to help individuals connect with themselves, with others, with
nature, and with all the things that make their souls sing. Through the intentional
integration of unique therapy and healing modalities, ISIT aims to increase fulfillment
and lasting meaning in one’s life.

ISIT is cultivated for individuals looking for connectionconnection with others, interconnection, spiritual connection, and mind-body-soul
connection. ISIT will offer daily services, workshops, and retreats specialized in art
therapy, yoga, nature therapy, and more. ISIT will work within the existential positive
psychology theoretical frame.

Ignited Soul Integrated Therapies Business Plan 2023

EXECUTIVE
SUMMARY
SERVICES & OFFERINGS
Daily Services
Yoga Classes
Individual Integrated Art therapy
combines nature therapy, movement, and art therapy
Virtual Art Groups
In-Person Art Groups
Additional Healing Services (staff dependent)
Unique Services
Workshops
Retreats (Mental health, integrative, nature-based, etc.)
Yoga Teacher Training (200 hour and 300 hour YTTs)

Ignited Soul Integrated Therapies Business Plan 2023

THE
COMPANY
OWNERSHIP & MANAGEMENT
Rachael (co-owner)
Rachael is an art therapist, with a Master of Science
degree in Counseling with an emphasis on Art
Therapy. Rachael works through a positive
existential therapy lens. Rachael is passionate about
helping individuals get in touch with their true
selves through artistic self-exploration and
connection.
Ryan (co-owner)
Ryan is a 200-hour yoga instructor. He has worked
as a group facilitator with individuals experiencing
addictions. Ryan takes a trauma-informed approach
to healing. His passion lies in connecting individuals
with higher meaning and purpose.

Rachael and Ryan combine their skills to provide meaningful opportunities for personal
growth, connection, and integration with the divine. Rachael and Ryan will work together
to manage ISIT, allocating responsibility appropriately and actively participating in all
aspects of the business. Rachael and Ryan understand their limitations in experience and
education and will hire staff to ethically accommodate their gaps in their knowledge.

Ignited Soul Integrated Therapies Business Plan 2023

THE
COMPANY
GOALS & OBJECTIVES
2-Year Goals
ISIT will purchase and open a wellness center in a natural setting and will offer
community wellness services within this setting.
ISIT will offer individual yoga classes and art therapy sessions to clients in
the community.
ISIT will offer group services including yoga classes, art therapy groups, and
integrated workshops to clients in the community.
ISIT will offer online art studios and yoga classes to clients around the
world.
5-year Goals
ISIT will expand its services to offer holistic services including energy work,
breath work, holistic practitioners, and mental health professionals.
10-year Goals
ISIT will expand its services to include retreat accommodations, lodging, and
dining services.
ISIT will expand its services to offer extended workshops, retreats, and
specialized events.

Ignited Soul Integrated Therapies Business Plan 2023

THE
COMPANY
TIMELINE OF GOALS
2023
2023

Rent or buy a space to have in-person
services and accommodations and
create a healing oasis

2025

2027

Prepare for the expansion of services
to offer retreat accommodations, buy
a retreat space, renovate, and hire
additional staffing

Bring in more staff with
unique healing specialties.
Create and strengthen
workshop offerings

2030

2030

Maintain the retreat and services
offered and continue education and
expansion to provide the best, most
cutting edge wellness services

Begin offering virtual art therapy
groups and yoga classes

2032

2033

Create and strengthen unique and
relevant retreat offerings,
including yoga teacher training.

Ignited Soul Integrated Therapies Business Plan 2023

MARKETING
& SALES
LOGO
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Ignited Soul Integrated Therapies Business Plan 2023

MARKETING
& SALES
ADVERTISING STRATEGY
ISIT will use internet marketing, local marketing, and word of mouth to advertise our services.
ISIT will develop a network by connecting on a human level and collaborating
with other like-minded local businesses.

Internet Marketing
Social Media Presence and Advertising @ignitedsoulintegrated
Instagram, Tik Tok, Facebook,
Website @ignitedsoulintegratedtherapies
Advertising on similar interest pages
Local Marketing
Print advertising in local colleges, coffee shops, wellness spaces,
and art galleries.
Networking and volunteering opportunities
Community events, community projects, etc.
Word of Mouth
Maintaining connections and networks with like-minded
individuals
Supporting and promoting like-minded business
Making connections

Ignited Soul Integrated Therapies Business Plan 2023

MARKETING
& SALES
LOCATION ANALYSIS
The location of ISIT is still being investigated. The potential areas being explored are California, Colorado, Costa Rica,
and Hawaii. These places have a few things in common: they are set within beautiful nature and they are already sought
after and developed in the global wellness tourism market. Having access to nature is crucial for the nature therapy
integration of ISIT. Below are some pros and cons of developing ISIT in each other these areas. Whatever location is
chosen for ISIT will ideally have access to all five elements; earth, fire, sky, water, and air.
California
Pros: Accessibility, lots of coastlines, moderate established
connections in mental health and wellness, fits the lifestyle,
temperate climate
Cons: High cost of living, strong competition, drought,
overdeveloped areas
Colorado
Pro: Accessibility, numerous established connections in
mental health and wellness, wide open spaces
Cons: Limited access to water, cold winters
Costa Rica
Pros: Low cost of living, nature and wildlife, warm climate,
tourist destination, Blue zone
Cons: Inaccessibility, obtaining a Visa and business license,
undeveloped areas, limited reach, no established connections
Hawaii
Pros: Nature and wildlife, tourist destination, temperate
climate, the healthiest state in the USA, No visa required
Cons: High cost of living, accessibility, limited reach, no
established connections

Ignited Soul Integrated Therapies Business Plan 2023

MARKETING
& SALES
TARGET MARKET
ISIT is cultivated for individuals looking for connectionconnection with others, interconnection, spiritual
connection, and mind-body-soul connection.

The target market for ISIT is professionals, helpers, and
yogis, between the ages of 18 and 65. The largest market
for wellness tourism is North America. ISIT will work to
expand workshop styles to broaden this target market.

Ignited Soul Integrated Therapies Business Plan 2023

MARKETING
& SALES
MARKET OVERVIEW
Global Wellness Tourism
The Global Wellness Institute defines wellness tourism as all travel associated with the pursuit
of maintaining or enhancing one’s personal well-being". According to the Global Wellness
Institute, "wellness tourism is expected to generate more than US$1100 million by 2025". The
data from their report concerning COVID-19 showed that the wellness tourism industry
generated $720.4 billion in 2019. That revenue dropped to $435.7 billion in 2020 due to COVID19. By 2021 the amount reached was US$652.8 billion; by 2022 the market share is estimated to
be US$816.5 billion internationally.
https://globalwellnessinstitute.org/what-is-wellness/what-is-wellness-tourism/

Central America and Costa Rica Wellness Tourism
According to Mordor Intelligence, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for wellness
tourism in Costa Rica between 2018-2018 is about 12.3%. The market concentration is
considered fragmented- a highly competitive market with no dominant figures.
https://www.mordorintelligence.com/industry-reports/costa-rica-tourism-market

North America and Colorado Wellness Tourism
"The global wellness tourism market size was valued at USD 814.6 billion in 2022 and is
expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.42% from 2023 to 2030."
https://www.mordorintelligence.com/industry-reports/costa-rica-tourism-market

Ignited Soul Integrated Therapies Business Plan 2023

MARKETING
& SALES
MARKET OVERVIEW

Ignited Soul Integrated Therapies Business Plan 2023

MARKETING
& SALES
COMPETITION
Initially, ISIT's competitors will consist of holistic yoga studios and art therapy/ counseling
clinics. As ISIT expands to become a retreat center, the new competitors will be other
wellness retreats and wellness tourism programs. Below are the names of a few identified
competitors in California, Colorado, Costa Rica, and Hawaii.
Colorado
Cambio Community Yoga
CorePower Yoga
Kindness Yoga
Samadhi Center for Yoga and Meditation
Peak Yoga
Mindful Springs
Altitude Counseling
Heart and Soul Counseling
The Radiant Life Project
Art of Healing
Crestone Mountain Zen Center
Namaste Healing and Wellness
The Sun Mountain Retreat and Spa
Rocky Mountain EcoDharma Retreat Center
Costa Rica
Bodhi Tree Yoga
Montezuma Yoga
Om Shanti Yoga Studio BE
Cosa Rica Yoga Center

California
International Orange Yoga Spa
Runyon Canyon
Yoga Kula
Yoga One
Black Dog Yoga
Art Therapy OC
Orange County Children's Therapeutic Arts Center
Emerging Expressive Arts Therapy
Creative Therapies Center
Vedanta Spiritual & Holistic Retreat
SoCal Wellness Retreats
Vedanta Spiritual & Holistic Retreat
Sagrada Wellness
Shambhala Life Extending Wellness Center
Hawaii
Yoga Room
Sun Yoga
Beach/Sunset Yoga Hawaii - Waikiki
Over the Rainbow Yoga Hawaii
Wisdom Flow Yoga

Möbius Art & Therapy
Pure Life Adventure Therapy Program Ala Palamea Creative Arts Therapy
Mindful Therapy Aloha Tuscany Art Studio
Sacred Healing Arts
Pachamama Eco-Village Wellness Partners Hawaii
The Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort
Hacienda del Sol Lumeria Maui Retreat Center
Anamaya Yoga and Health Retreat Center Maui Healing Retreats
Awaken Your Soul - Iboga Retreats Grace Light Wellness

Ignited Soul Integrated Therapies Business Plan 2023

OPERATIONS
FACILITIES
ISIT will transform a studio space into a healing oasis, complete with a large art therapy
suite, and two yoga rooms. This space will be integrated into nature and also have outdoor
studio spaces. ISIT will later offer private studios, retreat lodging, additional public spaces,
and a cafe.

Spatial/ Facility Considerations
Safety: ISIT will have safety in mind, with secured buildings/ areas, confidential therapy
suites, and minimal hazards and risks. When ISIT expands into a retreat, other safety
considerations will be taken, including private secured lodging, safe food-making areas
and practices, and well-lit paths with no obstructions to get around the property.
Space: ISIT will have at least two yoga studios large enough to accommodate at least 16
individuals each. ISIT will have an outdoor area that is at least large enough to
accommodate outdoor art therapy groups and yoga classes and will need enough
bathrooms and washrooms to accommodate clients. When ISIT expands to a retreat, other
spatial considerations will need to be made, including lodging, dining, a kitchen,
additional washrooms, and more.
Wellness & Comfort: ISIT needs to be intentionally designed to promote wellness,
relaxation, contemplation, and comfort. Numerous comfy areas will be created for clients
to relax, process, and heal. The interior and exterior design of ISIT will be psychologically
designed to create a healing oasis that is set apart from a standard yoga studio or art
therapy clinic. When ISIT expands to a retreat center, comfort will be crucial for the
lodging and cafe environments to promote relaxation and wellness.

Ignited Soul Integrated Therapies Business Plan 2023

OPERATIONS
SUPPLIES
ISIT will need a foundation of operational supplies, yoga supplies, art supplies, healing supplies
and furnishings to open. As ISIT expands its staffing and services, additional supplies will be
required. ISIT will continually evaluate supply needs to have the tools needed to promote
wellness and healing. When ISIT expands into a retreat, ISIT will need numerous supplies to
accommodate lodging, the cafe, public spaces, bathrooms, and washrooms. Below are the
supplies needed to get ISIT up and running.
Art Therapy Supplies
Operational Supplies

Secure art storage

Cleaning supplies

Art tables

Toiletries

Comfortable chairs

POS system

Large papers

Washer and dryer access

Canvases

Common space furniture

Paints (Acrylic, watercolor, inks)

and decor

Pastels (Oil, chalk)

Yoga Supplies

Drawing materials (pencils, charcoal, pens,

Yoga Mats

markers, colored pencils)

Blankets

Collage materials (magazines, scissors, glue, tape)

Bolsters

3-D Materials (clay, clay tools)

Meditation Pillows

Kiln access

Yoga Blocks

Crafting materials

Speakers

Healing Supplies
Crystals
Essential oils
Wellness Library

Ignited Soul Integrated Therapies Business Plan 2023

OPERATIONS
STAFFING
While ISIT will start with a modest staff of Rachael and Ryan, the co-owners, ISIT's staff will grow
and expand as ISIT's reach, services, and dreams expand. First ISIT will begin to
contract other services including additional mental health professionals, yoga teachers, and
wellness professionals. ISIT will contract maintenance and cleaning help as needed. ISIT will later
hire mental health professionals, yoga teachers, wellness professionals, and
energy workers. When ISIT expands into a retreat center, it will have a robust mental health,
yoga, wellness, and energy work staff. ISIT will hire retreat staff, including a chef, an ayurvedic
dietician, kitchen staff, housekeeping, human services, front desk, maintenance, and landscaping.

Potential Staffing Needs
Energy workers

Mental Health Professionals

Retreat Staff

- Reiki Practitioners

- Nature Therapists

- Skilled Chef

- Aryuvedic Practitioners

- Biofeedback Specialists

- Dietician

- Lightworkers

- Music Therapists

- Aryuvedic Dietitian

- Sound Healers

- Recreational Therapists

- Kitchen Staff

- Sound Bath Facilitators

- Housekeeping

- Vibrational Healers

- Human Resources

- Kundalini Yoga Instructors

- Front Desk
- Maintenance
- Landscaping

Ignited Soul Integrated Therapies Business Plan 2023

FINANCIAL
PROJECTIONS
START UP COSTS
Initially, ISIT will need a minimum of 1,500- 2,300 sq feet of space, with one room that can
accommodate up to 20 people, two smaller rooms that can accommodate up to 10 people, a
restroom, and an office. ISIT will also need yoga and art therapy supplies, cleaning supplies,
furniture and decor, and scheduling software and payment software, and electronics.
Commercial Space Costs:
Colorado Springs, CO:
Average Rent $22.50/sqft/yr
1,500 sqft~$2,812/mo rent
2,100 sqft~$3,937/mo rent
Average Purchasing $180.86/sqft
San Diego, CA:
Average Rent $47.42/sqft/yr
1,500 sqft~$5,927/mo rent
2,100 sqft~$8,298/mo rent
Average Purchasing $307/sqft

Honolulu, HI:
Average Rent $34.09/sqft/yr
1,500 sqft~$4,261/mo rent
2,100 sqft~$5,965/mo rent
Average Purchasing $240/sqft

Yoga Supplies - $1,650
Art Therapy Supplies - $1,100
Cleaning Supplies $250
Furniture and Decor $5,000
Scheduling, Payment, Banking Software Service $500
Electronic Devices (Lighting, Speakers, Tablets, etc.) $3,500
Total Start-Up Costs (Includes Two months rental Deposit/ One month Rent):
Colorado Springs: $20,436/ $25,811
Honolulu: $24,783/ $31,895
San Diego: $ 29,781/ $38,894

Ignited Soul Integrated Therapies Business Plan 2023

FINANCIAL
PROJECTIONS
ONGOING COSTS
ISIT will have ongoing costs of monthly rent, utilities, internet services, software fees,
marketing costs, aart and cleaning supply maintenance, and cleaning services.
Rent
Colorado Springs $2,812
Honolulu $4,261
San Diego $5,927
Utilities
Colorado Springs $200
Honolulu $550
San Diego $250 352
Internet Services $80
Scheduling, Payment, Banking Software $62
Marketing Costs $100

Employee Salaries*
Initial Staffing
Rachael $50,000-$70,000 annually
Ryan $50,000-$70,000 annually
Long Term Staffing
ISIT will offer competitive salaries and benefits
for our employees.
Yoga Teachers $40,000
Art/Nature/Other Therapists $60,000
Reiki/Energy Healers $40,000

Art Supply Maintenance $100
Cleaning Supply Maintenance $100

Monthly Total Costs:
Colorado Springs $3,364
Honolulu $5,163
San Diego $6,529

Initial Staffing Costs $100,000-$140,000
Long Term Staffing Costs $500,000 +

Annual Total Costs:
Colorado Springs $40,368
Honolulu $61,956
San Diego $78,348
*Averages, subject to change

Ignited Soul Integrated Therapies Business Plan 2023

FINANCIAL
PROJECTIONS
FUNDING
ISIT will recieve funding through...
Fundraising and Community Outreach
Attending and marketing at community events
Crowdfunding and utilization of social media
Partnering with other businesses
Free open art studio through Eventbrite
Investors
Finding a talented Grant Writer
Connecting with investors around the World
Loans
Making smart financial decisions
Advising with banks and other lenders
Government Funding?
Exploring the Non-Profit Business Sector

Ignited Soul Integrated Therapies Business Plan 2023

FINANCIAL
PROJECTIONS
SERVICE COSTS*
Initial Services
Yoga Classes $ 15
Individual Integrated Art therapy $60
Virtual Art Groups $15
In-Person Art Groups $25

Additional Services
Sound Healings $30+
Kirtans $30+
Creative Nature Exploration $20+
Ayurvedic Healings $50+
Reiki $50+
Energy Work $50+
Long Term Services
Workshops $333 +
Retreats (Mental health, integrative, nature-based, etc.) $1,111 +
Yoga Teacher Training (200-hour and 300-hour YTTs) $4,444 +

*Averages, subject to change;
per individual per hour of service

Ignited Soul Integrated Therapies Business Plan 2023
First Year
Estimated Annual Revenue $100,000
100 clients per week at $20 dollar average per
transaction
Estimated Cost of $92,000
Profit $8,000
Fifth Year
Offering of 10 classes minimum
Estimated Annual Revenue $440,000
185 clients per week at $46 dollar average per
Second Year
transaction
Estimated Annual Revenue $150,000
150 clients per week at $20 dollar average per Estimated Cost of 352,000
Estimated Profits of $88,000
transaction
Staff Expands (Four outside employees)
Estimated Cost $112,00
Offering 30 classes minimum
Profits $38,000
Offering 3 workshops MINIMUM (Monthly)
Offering 15 classes minimum
Offering 2 Yoga Teacher Trainings (Annually)
Third Year
Estimated Annual Revenue $210,000
Over the Five Year Period Ignited Souls Integrated
165 clients per week at $24.5 dollar average
Therapies would like to have a projected quarterly
per transaction
revenue growth rate of 7.96%. We would meet
Estimated Cost $162,000
these projections through focused work that
Estimated Profits $48,000
engaged clients over long periods of time,
Beginning to offer monthly workshops
increasing client contact, transaction average, and
Beginning to Hire Staff
client wellbeing. The focus over the long term to
Offering 20 classes minimum
maintain projects is to get clients to engage in
Offering 1 workshop minimum (Monthly)
monthly workshops and yoga teacher training.
Once ISIT has met its five-year goals, profits
Fourth Year
would be used as an investment for more
Estimated Annual Revenue $352,000
180 clients per week at $37 dollar average per significant properties to then focus even further
offering more integrated experiences, which allow
transaction
individuals to truly prosper after going through
Estimated Cost $282,000
our programs. ISIT would then use a similar model
Estimated Profits $72,000
with a new location to then continue to grow the
Staff Expands ( Three outside Employees)
company.
Offering 30 classes minimum
All estimated profits are with the understanding
Offering 2 workshops minimum (Monthly)
Offering 1 Yoga Teacher Training (Annually) that this would be the best of all worlds and
minimum staffing, but the $254,000 in profits over
the five years would likely cover any surprise
expenses in labor or rental increases.

FINANCIAL
PROJECTIONS

*Averages, subject to change; annual

Ignited Soul Integrated Therapies Business Plan 2023

CONCLUSION
If this has inspired you to support Ignited Soul Integrated Therapies in our
development, here are some of the ways you can help!

Follow us on social media
Instagram @ignitedsoularttherapy

Spread the word about what we are doing to your friends and family!
Check out our service offerings and donate financially through our website:
ignitedsoulintegrated.com

If you would like more information about this plan or any of the work presented
please email me at ignitedsoulat@gmail.com