Beautiful Barbados
(exact date coming soon!)
Sadly, our 2020 retreat to Barbados had to be put on hold for the safety and well being of all of the attendees. We can’t wait til travel is an option again - we’ll be quite ready for a getaway! Until then, allow the beautiful photos and description below to fuel your imagination for our future travel.
Away from the hubbub of the resort areas, the South Coast of Barbados is known for its beautiful beaches, local flavor, and island tranquility. Not to mention the great surf for both surfers and kite surfers alike! This sun-kissed oasis is a small, family-run venue, with a smattering of bungalows perched on the water, a cafe, and a surf school. Yoga will be offered in two locations - a beautiful white 2nd story deck overlooking the ocean, and a large wooden yoga palapa perched right at the ocean’s edge.
From the airport (which has non-stop flights from NYC and many other cities) it's a quick 15 minute drive to our venue for the week- Surfer’s Point Guesthouse. Located on a private beach surrounded by tropical gardens in the local neighborhood of Inch Marlow, this gem is run by the uber-friendly Zed + Claudia Layson. Zed is a 5th generation Barbadian, and a local legend. The surf school he runs has been rated one of the Top 10 Surf Schools in the World by both National Geographic and The Guardian, and he also runs the boat we will charter for a group snorkeling and site-seeing expedition.
Zed, who is legendary among Caribbean surfers, is one of the island’s wave kings. There’s a friendly, authentic vibe and the location is lovely: you’ll share the water with sea turtles and see dreamy sunsets. The Guardian, June 2018
We'll start each day with yoga and meditation, and offer a late afternoon session for deep relaxation as well. I am excited that Megan Young is on board again this year as a guest teacher. She'll be bringing her restorative yoga and incredibly healing sound bath experience to many of the afternoon sessions. If you're not already familiar with Megan, you're in for a treat!
After morning yoga, we’ll head right next door to the Mamu Cafe, where a farm-to-table brunch will be served thanks to Coco Hill Forest, one of the first permaculture farms on Barbados. Before morning yoga, coffee, tea and light bites will be available there as well. Dinners will be an opportunity to explore what the island has to offer. Daily group transport will be provided to well-rated restaurants on the South-west coast.
Outside of yoga there is much to see and do, and our location allows for many short day trips throughout the week for those so inclined. Each day you are free to choose to relax by the sea, swim, surf, or head out for an adventure. Private transport can be arranged for those who want it. Some of the activities available include:
-Group Boat ride to snorkel a shipwreck and swim with turtles
-Exploring the areas various beaches, local restaurants, and “rum shacks”
-Surf lessons for all levels at our venue
-Paddle board and kayak rentals and kite surfing lessons offered nearby
-Scuba diving the numerous shipwrecks around the island, offered nearby
-Explore popular nearby areas like Oiston’s market, St. Lawrence Gap and Bridgetown
-Explore Harrison’s Cave or Animal Flower Cave
Details on the accommodation are below. The Early Bird deadline is Monday, January 6th, and a $500 deposit secures your spot. All rooms will be reserved on a first come, first serve basis. If you have any questions, or to reserve your space, get in touch!
Surfer’s Point, Inch Marlow, Barbados Pricing
March 2021
Price
Cost is per person and includes yoga twice daily, ocean view room, pre-yoga refreshments, a hearty farm-to-table brunch, and daily group transport to al carte dinner at various locations around the island. Transport from the airport is easy- hop in a $15 cab and be at the venue in 15 minutes.
Accommodations
Each apartment/studio is less than 100ft from the water, with the ocean waves in plain view from your windows. They are all equipped with full or mini kitchens, including a fridge, stovetop, microwave and coffee maker. Wi-fi is available in the rooms, although the signal is most strong at the cafe. Space is limited and room reservations are on a first come, first serve basis.
Studio Apartments
Queen bed with bath ensuite
Single
Regular Rate: 2155
Early bird Rate: 1955
Double
Regular: 1550
Early Bird: 1350
Double Apartments
Two beds with bath ensuite
Single
Regular: $2295
Early Bird: $2095
Double
Regular: $1650
Early Bird: $1450
2020 has been off to a great start, but I definitely can't wait to rest and rejuvenate in the sun and sand of Rihanna's homeland with you all. And swim with turtles. And immerse myself in all aspects of the yoga practice with others doing the same. I hope you can make it!
