Dance & Unwind Wellness Retreat 2022
Do you love to dance, love Zumba, and are ready to rejuvenate yourself and feel amazingly healthy and alive, have some fun, make new friends, and experience new things? If you are ready to carve out time for your well-being, I invite you on a little journey with me and a group of like-minded folks to a luxurious resort in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, for a week dedicated to self-care and fun! Let’s treat ourselves like the Queens we are!
We will be staying at the beautiful 5 star hotel Grand Bavaro Princes in Punta Cana on an impressive stretch of beach. November 20-27,2022.
Enjoy daily Zumba classes in beautiful settings, some fun Aqua Zumba classes in the pool, and daily wellness classes on the beach to include Moving Meditation, Qigong, and Stretch & Relax. Instructors will be me and maybe 1 assistant instructor tbd.
Zumba classes will be fun, high energy and top quality. Wellness classes will be geared toward healing, restoring and balancing, but at the same time energizing too.
A typical day…
Enjoy a morning Zumba class and wellness class and then enjoy some free time during the day. Breath in the fresh air and waves of the ocean while you soak in all that vitamin D from the sun, ground your feet in the sand, unwind and relax by the beach or pool, join in on the hotel activities, or take an excursion. Spend time with the group or on your own. Later in the afternoon, join for another fun Aqua Zumba class in the pool and / or regular Zumba class. Be ready for some local dancing throughout the week, including merengue and bachata which comes from the Dominican Republic! There will be some salsa, merengue and bachata dance classes, we can join throughout the week. All classes are optional of course.
The hotel has an amazing beach side spot for breakfast and lunch and several other choices including a buffet near the lobby, and food trucks near the beach. There are several bars and even a cafe to grab a cappuccino overlooking a pond.
Each evening we will have a group dinner, in one of the 8 à la carte restaurants or the buffet restaurant. Enjoy all-inclusive food and drinks (yes, alcohol too).
On our first evening we will do a special welcome party, and our last night a special dinner party too with some special prizes and giveaways. Throughout our stay, we will enjoy some of the evening entertainment and live music the hotel offers. We will be sure to polish off some of our dance moves!
The hotel has both fun and relaxation in mind so while we can count on entertainment and activities throughout the week, there is also a spa if you want to indulge in a little extra self-care. You deserve it!
Immerse yourself in nature on this trip. The sand, the ocean and also take in some of the unique nature this hotel offers. The hotel has some lush and beautiful gardens with a lot of native wildlife, which is quite unique for a Punta Cana resort.
Leave behind all your responsibilities on this trip and allow yourself to be taken care of. You don’t need to worry about anything.
The hotel offers some cool water activities and even Archery! I will arrange an optional group Archery class for us so that we can tap into our Artemis Goddess energy (she is the fierce Goddess in Greek mythology who hunts and protects).
For those of you who want to venture off the hotel, this hotel is walking distance to some local activity, daytime is recommended.
Excursions (extra cost / optional):
Small-Group or private Catamaran tour with snorkeling and lunch. We will take some time out from classes to hit the waters on a catamaran, and enjoy the beauty Punta Cana offers. Half day tour. Cost tbd.
Small-Group or Private Cultural Tour to Higüey – We will take some time to enjoy a little bit of local Dominican life. This tour includes some local shopping, local food and drinks. Visit the Cathedral Basilica Nuestra Señora de la Altagracia, and visit a local market. Half day tour. Cost tbd.
Itinerary: November 20-November 27
Exact itinerary will be emailed to you before the retreat which will include a list of scheduled classes, activities, tours, and meal reservations, but expect a daily schedule something like this:
8:30am Daily Morning Wellness Class (Moving Meditation, QiGong, Stretch & Relax)
11am Daily Morning Zumba
3pm Aqua Zumba
5pm Afternoon Zumba
Additional classes to be added on select days tbd: Zumba on the Beach (Regular daily Zumba classes described above will be on a regular hard surface), Sunrise Meditation 6:30am, Sunset Stretch & Relax (on a mat), Bachata / Salsa / Merengue dance class.
Buffet by the beach is open 7-11:45 for breakfast and 12:30-4pm for lunch. Buffet near the lobby is open 7-11am for breakfast, 1-3pm for lunch and 6:30-10pm for dinner.
Sunday November 20 – arrive Punta Cana. I will meet everyone in the lobby upon arrival in the afternoon, with your printed itineraries for the week. Evening: Meet and Greet Party – meet in lobby for cocktails, and followed by group dinner.
Monday November 21 – full day of classes
Tuesday November 22 – full day of classes
Wednesday November 23 – half day Catamaran Tour (optional) and half day classes
Thursday November 24 – full day of classes
Friday November 25 – half day Cultural Group Tour (optional) and half day classes
Saturday November 26 – full day of classes. Evening special farewell dinner.
Sunday November 27 – depart. Morning wellness class tbd.
Retreat Prices and what is included and what is not included
$1635 Per Person Single Occupancy (Includes all taxes and fees)
$1445 Per Person Double Occupancy (Includes all taxes and fees)
Double occupancy rooms are 1 king or two double beds.
This retreat price includes:
Accommodation – 7 nights all-inclusive accommodation at 5 star hotel Grand Bavaro Princess Hotel in one of their Bungalow suite rooms.
All food and drinks are included, including all alcoholic beverages. There are many food options including some that are open late.
All classes
Classes offered by hotel staff like Archery and dance classes
Airport transfers between Punta Cana airport and hotel as specified below.
If you are joining from Toronto, transfer to / from the hotel are included for arrival / departures as follows.
| Airline | Toronto to Punta Cana, November 20, 2022 | Punta Cana to Toronto, November 27, 2022 |
| Swoop | 9am-2:25pm | 2pm-5:45pm |
| Air Canada | 8:45am-1:55pm | 3:30pm-7pm |
| Air Transat | 9am-2:20pm | 4pm-7:30pm |
There is also a Sunwing and West Jet flight at similar times to the options above and your transfer for these flights can be included provided you book early. If you want to fly in or out on a different day and / or time, you will need to pay for your own transfer between the airport and hotel. The hotel offers private airport transfers for $35 USD one way which I can help arrange for you. You would need to pay cash to the driver direct. You can also book yourself at the airport or pre-book online.
What is not included:
Airfare – you will need to book your flight on your own. I will be flying up one day early and meet you there and will return on Nov 27.
Travel Insurance (mandatory) – our travel agent can help you purchase travel insurance (Manulife) or top up your current travel insurance. You may also purchase your own. You will be required to show proof of travel insurance and sign a waiver if you decline comprehensive travel insurance.
Catamaran Excursion (optional)
Cultural Excursion (optional)
Spa treatments (optional)
FAQs:
Can my partner or kids come? Yes. The hotel is family friendly. If you want more than double occupancy, that can be arranged.
Can I fly in / out on a different day? ie extend my stay? Yes and the travel agent can help with adding extra nights stay at the hotel.
Covid Protocols
We will be following all local Canadian government regulations in place at the time and all local Dominican government regulations in place at the time. Please keep informed and updated on the rules that apply to you specifically, ie with regards to citizenship, vaccine status, etc. We all know the rules can change at any time, so please keep up to date.
More details can be found here:
Again, keep informed and updated as things evolve. These are guidelines only. Please ensure you check the government website for restrictions and requirements ahead of travel.
Dance & Unwind Wellness Retreat – Punta Cana 2022
I hope this retreat will help those of you who:
Feeling disconnected or burned out
Have developed unhealthy habits and want to get your health back on track
Need a change of scenery and want to feel vibrant and awesomely alive again.
Gain confidence in yourself and empower yourself by making choices that support your well-being
Want to gain a new spark in your life
Folks we know dancing and movement helps. So does some sunshine, the ocean, good food, conversations, and laughter. My aim is to create a safe space for you to rejuvenate and revitalize yourself. This retreat will bring us together again to socialize and have some fun, and I hope lead to long lasting effects that make you healthier and happier. You will feel energized, uplifted, and ready to live and be your awesome self.
About me:
We have done 3 retreats before and had a blast – twice to Cuba and once to Jamaica. I have also been on retreats as a participant and just love them. I know how trips like these can be game changers sometimes. I think ‘retreating’ from our lives is important to our overall well-being and can’t wait to vacation with you. This trip will be a bit different than previous trips – even better and higher quality.
How to book:
Let me know you’re in and then I will have our Travel Agent contact you to register, and pay a non-refundable deposit of $150 to secure your spot. You will need to sign an Agreement Form with me and let me know a few basic things, eg an emergency contact, any health issues you have and any dietary restrictions.
All payments must be made through our travel agent, LM Movement Travel (MovementTravel.com) and they will provide you with receipts. Movement Travel accepts credit card payments only.
Full payment is due by October 15.
Cancellation Policy: Deposits of $150 are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend the retreat, let me know as soon as you can. Payments made toward the total cost of the trip, are partially refundable if you need to cancel: Up to 70% is refundable up to 7 days before the trip. Please purchase Trip Cancellation travel insurance as this is the best way to protect yourself.
All payments made with LM Movement Travel Ltd is affiliated with Nexion Canada, ULC, 100-235 North Centre Rd, London, ON, N5X 4E7, TICO Reg # 1549342.