LUXURY YOGA & FITNESS RETREAT- CARTAGENA
“Find Your Purpose”
October 9-13, 2025
SECURE YOUR SPOT! PLACE YOUR $250 DEPOSIT TODAY!
Nestled within the captivating Rosario Islands of Colombia, The Anchor is situated on private grounds, enveloped by 56 natural national parks. Renowned for its vibrant coral reefs, sea grass, mangroves, and rich marine biodiversity, this location offers an unparalleled natural spectacle. The Private Retreat Property is meticulously crafted to provide you with an indulgent escape, fostering relaxation, personal development, and rejuvenation amidst tranquil surroundings. Each of the luxurious accommodations is thoughtfully designed to prioritize your comfort, offering awe-inspiring vistas of the crystalline waters that encompass the property.
Throughout your Retreat, you’ll experience many activities that are tailored to enhance your physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Whether you seek relaxation, adventure, or personal growth, our offerings are sure to meet your individual needs, ensuring a transformative experience.
ABOUT THE ORGANIZERS:
Keri Mandell
Keri, the owner and founder of emPOWERyoga, is a seasoned professional with a 500-hour RYT certification and extensive experience as a Running, Triathlon, & CrossFit coach. Renowned for her contagious high energy and relentless drive, Keri inspires her students to strive for excellence. Her classes are dynamic, engaging, and guaranteed to push you to your limits, leaving you feeling empowered and invigorated.
Dan Mandell
Dan is the co-owner of emPOWERyoga. Dan is a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist through the NSCA and a CrossFit coach. With over 20 Years of experience designing fitness programs, Dan specializes in modifying strength programs for people of all abilities and those with injuries that limit performance. You can expect challenging & fun fitness classes that encourage camaraderie amongst participants.
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS:
4 nights / 5 days in luxury accommodations
Transfers to and from the airport
All meals included
Gourmet meals cooked by a private chef
Daily yoga classes
Daily fitness classes
Access to water toys
Bonfire & Live Music
Private Sunset Cruise
Half Day Private City Tour
Private Beach Trip
Sound Bowl Meditation
Free use of yoga equipment (mats, blocks, straps, bolsters, blankets)
Custom Retreat Gear
YOGA CLASSES:
Each yoga class will be customized for active recovery. Classes will be taught for all levels. Keri will provide modifications for beginning yogis and also opportunities for advanced practitioners to grow their practice. Even if you have never practiced yoga, you will find these sessions energizing and empowering!
FITNESS CLASSES:
Each workout will be fun and easily accessible for all fitness levels. No fitness experience required.
EXCURSIONS & TOURS:
Your trip package includes a City Tour where you can delve into the rich history and vibrant culture of the area, with ample opportunities for shopping. Additionally, we'll explore a private beach where you can relax and unwind. One evening as the day winds down, we'll embark on a sunset cruise and another night you’ll have the opportunity to curl up by a cozy bonfire featuring live music for a truly magical evening experience.
TRAVEL:
Arrive in Cartagena Colombia Rafael Nunez airport at 12:30 pm. A sprinter van will be waiting to whisk you away and drive you to the marina where you will meet the rest of your retreat group and enjoy the beautiful scenery as you glide through Cartagenas oceans till you arrive at our beautiful ocean front property. Upon arrival at the Anchor you will be greeted with delicious mocktails and enjoy an exquisite lunch.
RETREAT RATES:
Price Includes:
4 nights lodging, all meals, transfers to and from the airport, yoga classes, fitness classes, bonfire and live music, sunset cruise, half day city tour, sound bowl meditation, private beach trip, gift bag, unlimited internet access, & taxes and fees.
Price Does Not Include:
Airfare or alcoholic beverages
REGISTRATION:
All rooms are shared. Each room has their own private bath. If you are traveling alone we will pair you with someone of the same gender. (Room pics below.)
STANDARD PRICING:
Master Bedroom (1 bed/2 guests)
$3100pp
Double Bedroom (2 beds/2 guests)
$2600pp
Bunk Room (4 beds/4 guests)
$2100pp
BOOKING:
You can sign up with a $250 non-refundable deposit or by paying in full via VENMO or STRIPE.
50% is due by 2/12/25
Remaining balance is due 6/1/25
Early Bird Prices apply when your deposit is received before November 1, 2024. Standard Retreat Prices apply when your deposit is received after October 1, 2024.
If you’re a past guest of one of our retreats, enjoy $200 off any time.
After booking, please complete the trip registration form HERE and WAIVER!
Be sure to join our Retreat Travel Facebook group for all up to the minute information and trip details!
TERMS & CONDITIONS:
To sign up for this retreat, a non-refundable and non-transferable US $250 deposit is required. Your deposit is applied toward your retreat rate. Fifty percent is due on February 1, 2025. The remaining balance is due June 1, 2025. Payment plan available upon request. ALL payments are non-refundable. Therefore, Trip Insurance is REQUIRED. You can purchase trip insurance through Travel Insured, World Nomads, or the company of your choice. Purchase your trip insurance at the time of deposit. Please note that if you do not buy trip insurance and cannot attend for ANY reason, you will forfeit the cost of your trip.
Find full terms and conditions HERE.
QUESTIONS?
Please contact Keri at keri@empoweryoganj.com
SAMPLE ITINERARY
Fitness Class
Breakfast
City Tour
Lunch
Beach Time
Yoga Class
Dinner
Live Music
“Travel As Much As You Can, As Far As You Can, As Long As You Can. Life Is Not Meant To Be Lived In One Place.”
— ANONYMOUS
LUXURY YOGA & FITNESS RETREAT- MALLORCA
“Celebrate Life”
June 28- July 5, 2025
SOLD OUT
SECURE YOUR SPOT! PLACE YOUR $250 DEPOSIT TODAY!
Welcome to our exclusive summer fitness and yoga retreat, crafted to celebrate life and unity among participants.
Our retreat is meticulously designed to rejuvenate your spirit, infuse yoga and physical activities into your daily routine, and rediscover the sheer joy of movement.
Our 8-day, 7-night retreat unfolds in the upper part of Selva in a stylish, boutique villa from the end of the 19th century. All rooms face south and have spectacular views of the Bay of Alcudia and over the island of Mallorca. Inside the villa you’ll find an indoor gym and yoga studio, a massage room, an outdoor pool and jacuzzi and extensive gardens and terraces.
Sit on the terrace and take in the splendor of the sunrise and sunset, engage in invigorating yoga sessions, partake in fitness classes, visit the local markets, grab a coffee in town, lounge at the beach, discover the thrill of hiking and biking in the mountains, and immerse yourself in all that life and the enchanting island of Mallorca have to offer.
Join us on this unforgettable journey—a retreat that promises to linger in your memories for years to come.
*No previous fitness or yoga experience required.
ABOUT THE ORGANIZERS:
Keri Mandell
Keri, the owner and founder of emPOWERyoga, is a seasoned professional with a 500-hour RYT certification and extensive experience as a Running, Triathlon, & CrossFit coach. Renowned for her contagious high energy and relentless drive, Keri inspires her students to strive for excellence. Her classes are dynamic, engaging, and guaranteed to push you to your limits, leaving you feeling empowered and invigorated.
Dan Mandell
Dan is the co-owner of emPOWERyoga. Dan is a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist through the NSCA and a CrossFit coach. With over 20 Years of experience designing fitness programs, Dan specializes in modifying strength programs for people of all abilities and those with injuries that limit performance. You can expect challenging & fun fitness classes that encourage camaraderie amongst participants.
Michelle Mednicoff
Michelle, the owner of Central Florida Power Yoga in Winter Garden, FL, boasts a decade of full-time yoga teaching experience and holds a 700-hour RYT certification. Passionate about integrating movement, strength, meditation, and breathwork, Michelle infuses these elements into all her classes, ensuring that you emerge feeling stronger, grounded, and relaxed.
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS:
8 days/7-nights in a Luxury Villa
Five Dinners
Daily Brunch
Daily Yoga Classes
Daily Fitness Classes
Hiking Adventure
Snorkeling Adventure
Biking Adventure
Beach Day
Shopping
Free use of Jacuzzi and Sauna
Free use of Yoga Equipment (mats & blocks)
Daily Cleaning
Support throughout the Retreat
Surprise Gift
Internet Access
YOGA CLASSES
Each yoga class will be customized for active recovery. Classes will be taught for all levels. Keri and Michelle will provide modifications for beginning yogis and also opportunities for advanced practitioners to grow their practice. Even if you have never practiced yoga, you will find these sessions energizing and empowering!
FITNESS CLASSES:
Each workout will be fun and easily accessible for all fitness levels.
EXCURSIONS & TOURS:
Included in your trip is a hike and bike ride in the mountains to enjoy stunning views of the Bay of Alcudia and over the island of Mallorca, along with a snorkeling trip. During other afternoons and evenings you will have time to spend it as you wish! Lounge at the pool, get a massage, walk into town, visit a winery... your options are endless!
TRAVEL:
Fly to Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI).
Group or Private airport transfers can be arranged for an additional fee.
RETREAT RATES:
EARLY BIRD & PAST RETREAT GUEST PRICING: SAVE $200
Suite Room- Double Occupancy
$3800pp
Reg Room- Double Occupancy
$3600pp
Reg Room- Single Occupancy
$4800pp
STANDARD PRICING:
(Rates valid after 8/1/24)
Suite Room- Double Occupancy
$4000pp
Reg Room- Double Occupancy
$3800pp
Reg Room- Single Occupancy
$5000pp
Price Includes:
7 nights lodging, brunch daily, 5 dinners, daily yoga classes, daily fitness classes, hiking trip, bike trip, snorkeling, daily cleaning, Unlimited Internet access, & taxes and fees
Price Does Not Include:
Airfare, transfers, alcoholic or specialty beverages, other activities, & off site meals
BOOKING:
You can sign up with a $250 non-refundable deposit via Credit Card through Empower Training & Retreats or by paying in full via VENMO.
50% is due by 11/1/24
Remaining balance is due 2/1/25
**Early Bird Prices apply when your deposit is received before August 1, 2024. Standard Retreat Prices apply when your deposit is received after August 1, 2024
If you’re a past guest of one of our retreats, enjoy $200 off any time.
After booking, please complete the trip registration form HERE and the Retreat WAIVER.
Join our Retreat Travel FB group for all up to the minute information and trip details!
TERMS & CONDITIONS:
To sign up for this retreat, a non-refundable and non-transferable US $250 deposit is required. Your deposit is applied toward your retreat rate. Fifty percent is due on November 1, 2024. The remaining balance is due February 1, 2025. Payment plan available upon request. ALL payments are non-refundable. Therefore, Trip Insurance is REQUIRED. You can purchase trip insurance through Travel Insured, World Nomads, or the company of your choice. Purchase your trip insurance at the time of deposit. Please note that if you do not buy trip insurance and cannot attend for ANY reason, you will forfeit the cost of your trip.
Find full terms and conditions HERE.
QUESTIONS?
Please contact Keri at keri@empoweryoganj.com
SAMPLE ITINERARY
Fitness Class
Yoga Class
Brunch
Adventure- Hike, Snorkeling, or Bike ride
Free Time- Massage, Wine Tasting
Afternoon Yoga
Dinner at the Villa
“Travel As Much As You Can, As Far As You Can, As Long As You Can. Life Is Not Meant To Be Lived In One Place.”
— ANONYMOUS
Release The Wild Within
Safari & Yoga Retreat
July 28 - August 3, 2024
Join us for 7 days and 6 nights of adventure in arguably one of the most stunning nature locations in South Africa: Hoedspruit, located in the Greater Kruger National Park region.
The laid back atmosphere and surrounding bushveld of Rafiki Bush Lodge makes this the perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city and our daily lives. It’s the perfect way to spend your bush holiday. The Rafiki Bush Lodge is located right in the heart of the Greater Kruger area, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the South African bush.
Rafiki Bush Lodge is located within a private wildlife estate in Hoedspruit and is home to all the usual suspects: wildlife, beautiful sunsets, majestic mountain views, and rare sightings of leopards. Rafiki means "friend" in Swahili - and that's how you’ll be treated.
Imagine - waking up to the sounds and smells of the African bush and watching the big red African sun slowly rise above the horizon. Enjoying an outdoor yoga practice that will guide you to connect deeply to your true nature and that of the surrounding wildlife. Then journey via game vehicle into the bush with expert safari guides and trackers who will teach you about zebras, elephants, lions, cheetahs, giraffes, birds of prey and much more. You’ll hear stories from the local residents. You’ll go on walking safaris through the bush, eat picnics under the shade of acacia trees, swim in the pool, relax on the sun deck, enjoy sundowners while watching impala run across the plains, sing around the campfire, and leave your everyday life far, far behind.
If you've always dreamed of going to Africa, experiencing the culture and immersing yourself in the rhythm of the natural world - here is your chance to make those dreams a reality.
This is a special curated intimate trip only available to no more than 8 participants. So if you're interested, SAVE your spot today!
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS:
6 nights/7 days in luxury accommodations
Transfers between Hoedspruit Airport and the Retreat Center
Daily Breakfasts
Mid-Day Snacks
Nightly Dinners
Daily yoga classes
Daily Guided Game Drives (1-2 per day)
Sundowners
Campfires
Pool
Free use of yoga equipment (mats & blocks)
Free use of bikes
Unlimited Internet
Laundry Service
Daily Housekeeping
Support throughout the Retreat
Surprise Gifts!
YOGA CLASSES:
Each yoga class will be customized for active recovery. Classes will be taught for all levels. Keri will provide modifications for beginning yogis and also opportunities for advanced practitioners to grow their practice. Even if you have never practiced yoga, you will find these sessions fun, energizing, and reviving.
SAMPLE DAILY ITINERARY
6AM to 9AM - Game Drive
9AM to 10AM - Brunch
10AM to 1:00PM - Free Time
1PM to 2PM - Vinyasa Flow
2:30PM - Midday Snack
3PM to 6:30PM - Game Drive & Sundowners
7PM to 8PM - Dinner / Braii (campfire!)
RETREAT RATES:
Price Includes:
6 nights/7 days lodging at Rafiki Bush Lodge, transfers, daily breakfasts and dinners, mid-day snack, yoga classes, guided game drives, retreat swag, laundry facilities, & unlimited Internet access.
Not Included:
Airfare to Cape Town/Johannesburg and Hoedspruit, additional hotel nights pre and post retreat, alcoholic beverages, other activities, gratuities, taxes and fees.
REGISTRATION FEES:
King Room
$3,900 - Single Occupancy
$6,200 - Double Occupancy
Queen Room
$3,500 - Single Occupancy
$5,400 - Double Occupancy
Twin Room
$3,200 - Single Occupancy
$5,200 - Double Occupancy
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER WITH ONLY A $1,000 DEPOSIT!
*Inquire about flights and travel insurance by emailing jen@jennymactravel.com
*Inquire about an optional pre-retreat Cape Town add-on by emailing jen@jennymactravel.com
CANCELLATION POLICY:
All fees associated with Release the Wild Within are non-refundable. This includes but is not limited to registration fees, booking fees, administrative fees, and any other charges incurred. Once payment is made, it is considered final and non-negotiable. Refunds will not be issued for any reason, including but not limited to cancellation or no-shows.
TRAVEL INSURANCE:
Travel Insurance is mandatory for all attendees involved in Release the Wild Within. It is the sole responsibility of the attendee to procure adequate travel insurance coverage for the duration of their involvement in the retreat. This insurance should cover, but not be limited to, trip cancellation, trip interruption, medical emergencies, evacuation, loss or damage of personal belongings, and any other unforeseen circumstances that may arise. Failure to provide proof of valid travel insurance may result in denial of attendance at Release the Wild Within. We strongly recommend that attendees thoroughly review their insurance policies to ensure they meet their individual needs and circumstances.
ABOUT THE ORGANIZERS:
Jen McVeay is our resident safari expert and owner of JennyMac Travel Adventures! She has spent the last six years traveling to South Africa every chance she gets, to pursue her hobby as a wildlife photographer. Her passion is travel, and she has managed to combine her jobs as an event director and travel agent with her obsession for wildlife… When not traveling, Jen lives in Kailua, Hawaii, along with her 15 year old blind dog, Toby.
Keri Mandell is the owner and founder of emPOWERyoga. Keri is a 500 hour RYT and a Running, Triathlon, & CrossFit coach. Keri’s high energy and go get ‘em attitude is infectious and challenges her students to want to do and be their best. Keri’s classes are fun, energizing, and empowering!
QUESTIONS?
Please contact jen@jennymactravel.com or keri@empoweryoganj.com
