Shaping the Dream Retreat

When we start working with a teacher, the first thing we do isn’t look at venues or dates. We ask them to tell us about their dream retreat.

What do they want this experience to feel like? What kind of energy do they want to create? Who are they envisioning showing up—and why are they doing this retreat in the first place?

Some teachers are leading a retreat for the first time, others have done this a dozen times before. Some are bringing long-time students who want a deep, introspective experience. Others want a retreat that feels more like a nourishing holiday. The brief is where we hear all of that: it's our foundation.

We also talk numbers. Not just budgets, but expectations. Is this a premium experience or something more accessible? Lately, we’ve had more teachers asking for affordable retreats; spaces where guests can still access incredible experiences without the luxury price tag that so often comes with yoga travel.

And we get it—this world can feel exclusive. So we look for smart ways to trim costs without cutting corners. That might mean:

– Offering optional excursions instead of bundling them into the price
– Creating a tiered room system so guests can choose what suits them
– Planning during shoulder season, when the island is quieter and venues are more flexible
– Leveraging local partnerships we've built over years of working here, to get better rates on food, transport, and activities

Once we understand the teacher’s vision, goals, and guest profile, we start shaping a retreat that aligns with all three. It's not just about filling a week with yoga and meals—it's about crafting an experience that makes sense for this teacher, this group, and this moment.

It’s a co-creation, and we love being part of that process.