Retreat Dates: March 2-8, 2024 (7 days/6 nights). Please inquire about the optional Panama City add on from March 8-10, 2024!

Retreat Location: Hotel Bocas Del Mar

Voted Best Hotel Overall in Panama by Tripadvisor in 2022, Hotel Bocas Del Mar is a luxurious and modern boutique hotel located in Boca Chica, Panama. The hotel is perfectly situated in tropical gardens, right on the Pacific Ocean and is the gateway to the Gulf of Chiriqui Marine National Park. While on retreat, in addition to daily yoga or meditation classes, enjoy their infinity style pools, gardens, kayaking, a nature walk on the viewpoint trail and private cove. All meals are included and guest can look forward to tropical and international choices, with an emphasis on local Panamanian ingredients.  Set on the pristine Pacific coastline, Hotel Bocas Del Mar offers guests a perfect space to relax and restore.  Take a tour of their beautiful property here!

About your Trip Leader & Instructor:

Natalie Weinstein completed her 200-hour yoga certification from the Maui Yoga and Dance Shala (RYS) and teaches in the Washington, DC area. Since completing her training in 2016, she has taught over 2,500 classes, is a E-RYT 200 with Yoga Alliance, and has led numerous events and workshops as well as international retreats. She completed her Yin Yoga training from Wanderlust Yoga, her Aerial Yoga Teacher Training, and a 20 hour sequencing training with Jason Crandell. Natalie is currently taking a Functional Anatomy training with Tiffany Cruikshank. Additionally, she is a Certified Nutrition Coach with the National Academy of Sports Medicine. 

As a dedicated yogini for more than a decade, Natalie keeps returning to the mat as a way to stay centered and grounded, regardless of life’s twists and turns. Natalie offers dynamic yoga, strength-based and functional mobility classes. You can expect her classes to be intentional, powerful, creative, and uplifting, with lots of modifications and a focus on anatomy and alignment.

What’s Included: 

To make your wellness retreat stress free, the price of the retreat covers: 

• Six nights of lodging at Hotel Bocas del Mar in single or double occupancy accommodations. (Single occupancy rooms are limited.) 

• Bungalow style rooms that include air conditioning and a ceiling fan, toiletries and daily housekeeping 

• Three fresh and healthy meals per day, including coffee and tea available throughout the day and wine at dinner  

• Daily yoga classes and/or meditation with Natalie: classes will take place in an open-air pavilion that boasts views of the Pacific Ocean 

• Yoga mats and blocks 

• All excursions, which include a half-day trip to Chiriqui National Park, a Sunset Mangroves Tour and a day-long highlands tour where guests will tour and taste coffee at a boutique coffee plantation, and visit nature sites in the uplands. 

• Outdoor infinity-style swimming pools and complimentary towels 

• Tennis court and lush gardens on the property 

• Wifi

• Transportation to and from the David International Airport at designated times on the arrival and departure days as well as all excursion transportation

*All activities are optional. 

What’s Not Included:

• Airfare 

• Additional alcohol (wine and beer at dinner is included)

• Massage services 

• Travel Insurance 

• Purchases made from the on site bar: snacks and pool-side beverages 

• Kayak rental

Accommodations:

Accommodations at Hotel Bocas Del Mar are large modern bungalow style guest rooms. Bungalows are equipped with panoramic windows, air conditioning and a ceiling fan, a private outdoor patio, an en suite bathroom and toiletries. Each bungalow has a mini fridge, pool & beach towels, and free WiFi. Housekeeping occurs on a daily basis. Set amongst the surrounding gardens, the bungalows offer peaceful views of the local nature and Pacific Ocean. 

Meals:

Three fresh and healthy meals per day are included in the retreat, with an emphasis on local ingredients.  On the days when we are offsite, lunch will be included on the excursion. Tea and coffee are provided throughout the day and dessert and wines and beer are included with dinner.  Meals on site will be at their open air restaurant in a space reserved for retreat guests. Enjoy views of the tropical gardens and ocean, with the comfort of fans and shade.  A special welcome meal will be held on their lawn overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

Hotel Bocas Del Mar is happy to accommodate various food allergies and dietary restrictions with advance notice. 

Travel: 

Guests are responsible for booking their own travel to the David Regional Airport. Included in the cost of the retreat is roundtrip transportation to and from the David Regional Airport (DAV) to Hotel Bocas Del Mar on March 2nd and 8th, 2024 at specified times. It is strongly recommended that guests purchase travel insurance for any unforeseen circumstances and international medical needs. 

Cancellation and Refund Policies: 

Please see the Registration Form for the Payment Schedule and Cancellation Policy.

Investment: 

There are two different pricing options:

• Double Room (bungalow): $3275 USD per person

• Single Room (bungalow): $3975 USD per person

To Register & for Questions: 

Please email Natalie Weinstein (natalie@injoyyogadc.com) with questions and to reserve your space!

Join me for the 2024 Wellness in the Wild Retreat to Panama!

Washington Golf & Country Club: Retreat to Scottsdale, Arizona!

With Lauren Leon and Natalie Weinstein 

WGCC Fitness Events Website

Retreat Dates: January 26-30, 2024 (5 days/4 nights)

Retreat Location: Sanctuary Camelback Mountain: A Gurney’s Resort & Spa 

Sanctuary Camelback Mountain; A Gurney’s Resort & Spa was named the Best Hotel in Arizona by U.S. News & World Reports in 2022. Set in the backdrop of Camelback Mountain in Scottsdale, while on retreat, guests will enjoy the lush desert landscape, featuring manicured grounds, pools, gardens, a luxurious spa and other award winning facilities. While on retreat, events will be in a variety of locations on property ensuring that guests can enjoy all that Gurneys has to offer. All meals are included and guests can look forward to elegant dining in peaceful settings.  Gurney’s is the perfect place to relax and be immersed in the vast beauty of the Sonoran Desert.

About your Trip Leaders & Instructors:

Lauren Leon has been working in the health and fitness industry since 2006 after graduating from East Carolina University with a degree in exercise science. She spent the first 12 years of her professional career in the corporate wellness industry which incorporated multi-site management as well as holding a leadership role on the intern program, team culture and group exercise training teams. Lauren transitioned to the private club industry in 2013 when she became the Director of Fitness at Washington Golf & Country Club and quickly fell in love with the private club atmosphere! 

Lauren has the privilege of overseeing the fitness program and operations which includes providing a one-stop-shop approach for the health and wellness of our members and cultivating a strong team culture for the thirty-one staff in the department. Her favorite part about working in the fitness industry is building relationships – whether it be with her personal training clients, group fitness participants, professional colleagues, brand reps or equipment vendors, she highly values the opportunity to connect with people in a way that has a lasting impact! 

Lauren is a certified exercise physiologist and professional member of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) as well as a functional aging specialist with the Functional Aging Institute (FAI). Over the course of her career she has carried multiple group fitness certifications to include indoor cycle, Mat Pilates, Zumba, Piloxing, and TRX Level 1. She regularly attends national conferences and participates in local classes to stay fresh on the latest trends; she jokes her head is always on a swivel for something new to bring to the Club. Lauren’s second favorite part of working at Washington Golf is the freedom to try new things; case in point… this year we’ll offer our first Wellness Retreat. Our hope is that it will be the first of many.

Natalie Weinstein completed her 200-hour yoga certification from the Maui Yoga and Dance Shala (RYS) and has taught over 2,500 classes since completing her initial training.  As an E-RYT 200 with Yoga Alliance, Natalie has led numerous events and workshops as well as multiple international retreats. Natalie enjoys bringing people together and creating meaningful experiences.

Constantly seeking to expand her knowledge and expertise, Natalie completed her Yin Yoga training from Wanderlust Yoga, her Aerial Yoga Teacher Training, a 20 hour sequencing training with Jason Crandell and a Functional Anatomy training with Tiffany Cruikshank. Additionally, Natalie is a Certified Nutrition Coach with the National Academy of Sports Medicine and is working towards her Personal Training Certification.

Natalie offers dynamic yoga, strength-based and functional mobility classes. You can expect her classes to be intentional, powerful, creative, and uplifting, with lots of modifications and a focus on anatomy and alignment. She tailors her yoga and mobility classes on retreats based on guest preferences and experience! 

Natalie has been part of the Washington Golf & Country Club community since she began teaching yoga in October 2019. She enjoys getting to know members and the environment and care that members have for each other. For more information about Natalie, please visit her website: https://injoyyogadc.com/.

What’s Included: 

To make your wellness retreat stress free, the price of the retreat covers: 

• Four nights of lodging at Sanctuary Camelback: A Gurney’s Resort and Spa in single or double occupancy accommodations. (Single occupancy rooms are limited.) 

• Three fresh and healthy meals per day, including an in-room Nespresso machine

• Daily fitness or yoga classes with Lauren and Natalie, including fitness props

• All excursions, which include a trip to hike Camelback Mountain and an afternoon in Historic Scottsdale, to include lunch at Olive & Ivy. 

• Outdoor heated infinity-style swimming pool; adult only on the weekends  

• Access to the Spa and Fitness Center, including steam rooms, Jacuzzi, salt-water lap pool and gym.

• Complimentary access to Gurney’s wellness classes, tennis and pickleball courts

• Complimentary mountain bike rental

• Wifi and 24-hour text messaging Concierge service

• Bellman and housekeeping nightly gratuities

• Transportation to and from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport at designated times on the arrival and departure days as well as all excursion transportation

*All activities are optional. 

What’s Not Included:

• Airfare 

• Alcohol (Beverages during dinner at Elements and lunch at Olive & Ivy are included) and pool-side drinks

• Spa services 

• Travel Insurance 

• Transportation outside of provided travel on the itinerary

Accommodations:​​

The majority of our accommodations at Gurneys are Mountain Casita King Rooms.  We also have a limited number of Mountain Casita Double Rooms.  All accommodations include a mini fridge, nespresso machine, toiletries, and a soaking tub and walk-in shower. Complimentary WiFi and a large screen T.V. are also included. Surrounded by the lush Sonoran Desert, rooms offer a stunning view to relax and unwind. 

Meals:

Three fresh and healthy meals per day are included in the retreat. Meals on site will be at different indoor and outdoor venues, with many of our meals catered exclusively for our retreat. Snacks will be available for guests to bring on the hike up Camelback Mountain.  For your convenience, Nespresso coffee machines are located in each room and refreshed daily. There will be a special welcome reception and closing reception held outdoors with spectacular views.  

Gurney’s is happy to accommodate various food allergies and dietary restrictions with advance notice.

Travel: 

Guests are responsible for booking their own travel to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (PHX). Included in the cost of the retreat is roundtrip transportation to and from the Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport to Gurney’s on January 26th and 30th, 2024 at specified times. It is strongly recommended that guests purchase travel insurance for any unforeseen circumstances and medical needs. 

Cancellation and Refund Policies: 

Please see the Registration Form for the Payment Schedule and Cancellation Policy.

Investment: 

There are two different pricing options:

• Double Room : $4500 per person

• Please note that some double rooms are one king bed and some double rooms are two beds. Please list your preference when booking. 

• Single Room : Please inquire

To Register & for Questions: 

Registration opens on the club calendar, Friday August 4th at 6am. Please email: fitness@washingtongolfcc.org with questions.

Join us for Washington Golf & Country Club’s Retreat to Arizona! 

This retreat is sold out! Email me to join a list to hear about future wine and wellness retreats!

Chateau de Bardouly is a luxurious 17th-century country estate in Southwest France.  The residence and park are the essence of stillness and seclusion.  Chateau de Bardouly is located outside the city of Bergerac and between the larger cities of Bordeaux and Toulouse.  The area is renowned for its distinctive history, world-class vineyards, and picturesque countryside. Bardouly is a warm, inviting family home.  Its decor combines an exquisite collection of antiques with original modern artwork.  The grounds of the estate boast a heated swimming pool, hard-surface tennis court, and 100 acres of protected woodlands. Bardouly is the perfect place to relax, unwind and immerse yourself in the beauty of the French countryside. 

About your Instructors:

Natalie Weinstein completed her 200-hour yoga certification from the Maui Yoga and Dance Shala (RYS) and teaches in the Washington, DC area. Since completing her training in 2016, she has taught over 2,000 classes, is a E-RYT 200 with Yoga Alliance, and has led numerous events and workshops. She completed her Yin Yoga training from Wanderlust Yoga, her Aerial Yoga Teacher Training, and a 20 hour sequencing training with Jason Crandell. Natalie is currently taking a Functional Anatomy training with Tiffany Cruikshank. Additionally, she is a Certified Nutrition Coach with the National Academy of Sports Medicine.As a dedicated yogini for more than a decade, Natalie keeps returning to the mat as a way to stay centered and grounded, regardless of life’s twists and turns. You can expect her classes to be intentional, powerful, creative, and uplifting, with lots of modifications and a focus on alignment.

Kellie Martin has been creating and leading top-rated wine educations since 2013. She is a Certified Sommelier (CS), a Certified Specialist in Wine (CSW) and a Certified Specialist in Spirits (CSS). Taking a beautifully complex topic like wine and making it understandable and enjoyable is her passion. Kellie has created luxury-tier wine experiences for wineries such as Duckhorn Vineyards, William Hill Estate, and MacMurray Estate Vineyards and events including Super Bowl 50. She believes one of the most important things in today’s busy world is to take the time to slow down and enjoy a beautiful bottle of wine with friends over good conversation. You can expect to have your knowledge and enjoyment of wine transformed in such a way that lasts long after your return from France.For more information about Kellie, please visit her website: www.sommschoolwine.com.

What’s Included: 

To make your wine and wellness retreat simple and stress free, the price of the retreat covers: 

• 7 nights of lodging at Chateau de Bardouly in double occupancy accommodations.  Please inquire for deluxe and luxury room upgrades.

• Three farm-to-table meals per day crafted by a French chef with 20 years of experience

• Wine at lunch, dinner, and wine classes and tastings

• Afternoon tea service including fresh baked goods, fruit, and nuts 

• Daily yoga classes and/or meditation with Natalie 

• Wine classes with Kellie covering a breadth of topics including an Overview of French wine, a Deep Dive into Bordeaux, and other French gems not to be missed

• Two full days of wine excursions to different areas in Bordeaux that each include two wineries, lunch, wine education, and free time

• Half-day excursion to one of the most famous local markets in the world in the medieval village of Issigeac

• Luxurious common spaces including a Grand Salon with fireplaces and a grand piano as well as two other family rooms equipped with TV, music systems, boardgames, and more

• Complimentary robe and slippers for use during retreat

• Outdoor, heated saltwater swimming pool

• Tennis, badminton and cricket equipment

• Hiking and bird watching opportunities  in the 100 acres of protected woodlands surrounding the estate

• Enjoyment of the onsite zen garden and fire pit

• Two weeks of complimentary access to Natalie’s virtual public yoga classes prior to the retreat

• Wifi

• Transportation to and from the Bordeaux airport at designated times on the arrival and departure days as well as all excursion transportation

Accommodations:

Chateau de Bardouly hosts 18 guests in their collection of unique and beautiful rooms. Each room has an ensuite bath/ shower room and WiFi. Complimentary robes and slippers will be provided along with shampoo, conditioner and soap. Guests will be able to relax and enjoy the picturesque views of the local countryside while also having access to common living spaces including the Grand Salon (with a grand piano and fireplaces) and two additional entertainment rooms (with TV, music equipment, board games, and more).

Meals:

Three farm-to-table meals per day are included in the retreat. Meals will be catered by a local chef who has over 20 years of experience and crafts each meal from the bounty that the local countryside has to offer. On the days when we are offsite, lunch will be included at a winery. Tea and coffee are provided throughout the day as well as a special afternoon tea time which includes fresh baked goods, fruit, and nuts. Dessert and wine are included with lunch and dinner.

Chateau De Bardouly is happy to accommodate various food allergies and dietary restrictions with advance notice. 

Travel: 

Guests are responsible for booking their own travel to the Bordeaux airport.  Included in the cost of the retreat is roundtrip transportation to and from the Bordeaux airport  (BOD)on September 9th and 16th, 2023 at specified times. We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance for any unforeseen circumstances and international medical needs. 

Cancellation and Refund Policies: 

Please see the Registration Form for the Payment Schedule and Cancellation Policy.

Investment: 

There are three different pricing options:

• Standard Room: $4695 USD per person

• Deluxe Room: $4995 USD per person

• Luxury Room $5495 USD per person

All rooms have an en suite bath and / or shower room. 

To Register or for Questions: 

Please email Kellie Martin (sommschool@gmail.com) and / or Natalie Weinstein (natalie@injoyyogadc.com). They will send you the registration documents and reserve your space.

** Retreat details subject to change.

This retreat is sold out! Email me to join a list to hear about future wine and wellness retreats!

Our dates are set! We invite you to join us in Tuscany from September 11-17th, 2022!

Retreat Location: Locanda Cugnanello (Località Cugnanello SNC IT-53030 Radicondoli)

Website: http://cugnanello.com/Locanda Cugnanello is an 800 year-old villa located in the heart of Tuscany managed by Alex and Marion since 2016. Locanda Cugnanello has hosted more than 50 yoga retreats and enjoys welcoming guests from all over the world. The historic estate is surrounded by vineyards, olive groves and rolling hills while the villa itself has been refurbished and updated with modern amenities, while keeping its historic charm. Locanda Cugnanello is the perfect location for a retreat from the busyness of daily life to relax and immerse yourself in the culture and lifestyle of the Italian countryside.

About your Instructors:

Natalie Weinstein (E-RYT) completed her 200-hour yoga certification from the Maui Yoga and Dance Shala (RYS) and began teaching in the Washington, DC area. Since completing her training in 2016, Natalie has taught nearly 2,000 classes and is an E-RYT 200 with Yoga Alliance, has led numerous events and workshops, as well as a retreat in Italy in 2018. To expand and deepen her offerings, in 2019, Natalie completed her Yin Yoga training from Wanderlust Yoga in Austin, Texas, her Aerial Yoga Teacher Training, and a 20 hour sequencing training with Jason Crandell. Additionally, Natalie is a certified Nutrition Coach and received her certification from the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM).

Kellie Martin has been creating and leading top-rated wine educations since 2013. She is a Certified Sommelier (CS), a Certified Specialist in Wine (CSW) and a Certified Specialist in Spirits (CSS). Taking a beautifully complex topic like wine and making it easily understandable and enjoyable is her passion. Kellie has created luxury-tier wine experiences for wineries such as Duckhorn Vineyards, William Hill Estate, and MacMurray Estate Vineyards and events including Super Bowl 50. Kellie founded SommSchool which teaches wine classes around the country, co-leads yoga and wine retreats abroad, and does wine purchasing consulting for both individuals and events nationwide. Working with Kellie you can expect to have your knowledge and enjoyment of wine transformed in such a way that lasts for years.

What’s Included:  To make your yoga and wine retreat simple and stress free, the price of the retreat covers: 

• Double occupancy accommodations 

  • Inquire for single occupancy and the luxury room upgrade options

• Three meals per day of fresh, locally sourced Tuscan cuisine

• All day beverage service at Cugnanello including Italian coffee, hot tea, sparkling water and juices

• Yoga classes and meditation 

  • Yoga mats, straps, blocks and blankets are available

• Wine tastings and wine educations

• Two day-long wine tasting excursions to Siena and San Gimignano

• Outdoor saltwater swimming pool (unheated)

• Bocce ball and sand volley ball

• Hiking opportunities around Cugnanello

• Transportation to and from the Florence airport

All activities are optional. 

What’s Not Included:

• Airfare 

• Additional alcohol (Wine at lunch and dinner & wine tastings are included)

• Spa services 

Accommodations: Each room is equipped with a bathroom, a TV, free WiFi and a small desk. All linens and sheets are provided. Guests will be able to relax and enjoy the picturesque views of the local countryside.

Meals: Three meals per day are included in the retreat. The recipes have been created by Marion, one of the owners of the estate, who has pulled from her life long experience cooking and working as a chef.  The menu will reflect the flavors of the local Italian countryside; most ingredients are local and seasonal, coming from a nearby organic farm. Guests can expect to start the day with a breakfast full of various breads, cheeses, meats, cereal, yogurt and some treats, with coffee, tea and water available throughout the day. Lunch and dinner typically include salads, pasta and a variety of meat dishes. Dessert and house wine are included in lunch and dinner. Locanda Cugnanello is happy to accommodate various food allergies and dietary restrictions/needs with advance notice. 

Investment:

• 2895 euros for a double occupancy room

* Please inquire for single occupancy rooms and luxury room upgrade rates. 

* Pricing will be listed in Euros (€) due to the location of the retreat.

Travel: Guests are responsible for booking their own travel.  Included in the cost of the retreat is roundtrip transportation to and from the Florence airport on September 11th, 2022 and September 17th, 2022.

We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance for any unforeseen circumstances and international medical needs. We are not associated with any company but can offer recommendations upon request.

Cancellation and Refund Policies: Details coming soon!

To Register: Please email Natalie: natalie@injoyyogadc.com for registration documents.

Payment: Please email Natalie: natalie@injoyyogadc.com and she will process your payment.

Email: natalie@injoyyogadc.com with any questions.

Wine and wellness retreat co-lead by Certified Sommelier, Kellie Martin and Certified Yoga Teacher, Natalie Weinstein.

Location: Il Tesoro, Italy

https://www.theiltesoroexperience.com/

Retreat Dates: October 14-19, 2018

This itinerary is subject to slight adjustments. In addition to planned activities, free time has been built in and guests are able to enjoy the hiking trails on Il Tesoro’s property and/or relax with spa services (spa services are not included).

Please note that all activities are optional.

Sunday, October 14th

• Pick up from Airport

• Arrival to Borgo di campagna Il Tesoro and afternoon check-in

• Welcome Cocktail

• 7:00 pm:  Dinner at Il Tesoro

Monday, October 15th

• 8:00 am: Meditation

• 8:30-9:30 am: Breakfast

• 10:30-12:00 pm: Yoga

• 12:00- 1:30pm: Free time

• 1:30pm: Wine Tasting and lunch at Vineyard Neri

• 3:00- 5:00 pm: Free time in Umbrian hilltop town Orvieto

• 7:00 pm: Dinner “Flavors of the Countryside” at Il Tesoro

Tuesday, October 16th

• 8:00 am: Meditation

• 8:30-9:30 am: Breakfast

• 10:30-12:00 pm: Yoga

• 12:00- 1:00 pm: Free time

• 1:00 -2:00 pm: Lunch Il Tesoro

• 3:30- 5:30 pm: Yoga in enchanted forest of Sassetto

• 7:00 pm: Dinner at Il Tesoro

Wednesday, October 17th

• 8:00 am: Meditation

• 8:30-9:30 am: Breakfast

• 10:30-12:00 pm: Yoga

• 1:00 -2:00 pm: Lunch Il Tesoro

• Wine Tasting at Vineyard Madonna del Latte Orvieto

• 4:30-6:30 pm: Free time in local town Bolsena

• 7:00 pm: Dinner at Il Tesoro

Thursday, October 18th

• 8:00 am: Meditation

• 8:30-9:30 am: Breakfast

• 10:30-12:00 pm: Yoga

• 1:00 -2:00 pm: Lunch Il Tesoro

• 2:00-4:00 pm: Free Time

• 4:00 pm: Cooking class with Il Tesoro’s chef

• 7:30 pm: Farewell dinner at Il Tesoro

Friday, October 19th

• Breakfast

• Check-out

• Depart for airport