Hang Out In Paradise!
Have you ever dreamed of taking your aerial yoga practice to a white sandy beach? Imagine the sounds of ocean waves, warm wind, and exotic birds harmonizing with the scents of salty air, tropical fruit, and sun-kissed skin, as you gently sway in your aerial hammock… Welcome to our Aerial Yoga Retreats! Read on for all the info you’ll need to join us on our next getaway.
Silks by the Sea: Aerial Yoga Escape
March 20-25, 2025
Villa Serena Wellness Retreat Center
Las Galeras, Samaná, Dominican Republic
Why Go to an Aerial Yoga Retreat?
Aerial yoga retreats are an amazing way to rejuvenate and restore your mind, body, and soul, all while enjoying a unique and increasingly popular style of yoga that boosts flexibility, strength, and relaxation. Surrounded by serene and picturesque settings, aerial yoga retreats offer a wonderful mix of physical activity, meditation, and community, fostering personal growth and wellbeing.
What to Expect from our next Aerial Yoga Retreat
Join us on a tropical paradise journey to our first annual aerial yoga retreat! Led by Earth & Aerial Yoga founders, Katharine Scalora and Lora Markova, this 6-day/5-night intimate experience will transport you from your daily routine to a stunning beachfront setting. All your needs will be taken care of, allowing you to relax, restore, and enjoy the sun, serenity, and aerial yoga by the sea.
Location
Our inaugural getaway will take place at Villa Serena Wellness Retreat Center in Las Galeras, Samaná, Dominican Republic– a boutique luxury waterfront sanctuary that offers exclusive oceanfront rooms and an open-air yoga shala overlooking the beach. Nestled in a private tropical paradise on the western side of the island, this gorgeous property beckons with its calm, secluded atmosphere, stunning views, and abundant opportunities for both activity and relaxation. Step out onto your private ocean-view terrace to take in all of nature’s beauty, including coconut trees and vibrant gardens. (See full image gallery below)
Activities
Enjoy daily yoga and aerial yoga classes, delicious meals and endless possibilities to explore or simply relax. Need to wind down? Soak up the sun by the pool or take a walk on the private beach. Looking for an adventure? Consider paddle boarding, snorkeling, hiking, or biking. Coming for the yoga? Practice multiple times a day with Kat, Lora, and the center’s instructors. This retreat is open to practitioners of all levels, including beginners.
Included
- 5 nights of accommodation
- 3 meals per day
- 3 daily yoga/aerial yoga classes
- Use of resort kayaks, bikes, and snorkeling equipment
- Hotel taxes
- Airport transfer to the villa (if you travel in our group shuttle)
Not Included
- Airfare
- Extra services (massage, alcohol, guided excursions)
Accommodations
- Single occupancy rooms with one King bed
- Double occupancy rooms with two Queen beds. If you would like to room with a specific person, please let us know, otherwise we will assign a roommate to you.
Meals
Your retreat includes a sumptuous variety of dishes, fresh local ingredients, catch of the day, zesty Caribbean flavors and delicate tasty surprises. Meals are served three times a day, buffet style, and always include vegetarian options, as well as allergy-friendly options available upon request. The daily menus will be finalized closer to the retreat, but here are sample lunch and dinner menus. You may also view Villa Serena’s full menu here.
NOTE: Breakfast on the first day, as well as lunch and dinner on the last day, are not included. If you like, you may purchase these meals on-site à la carte or pay $70 for them altogether.
Travel
The closest major international airport to Las Galeras, Samaná, is Las Américas International Airport (SDQ) near Santo Domingo.
Flights:
If you are traveling from Boston, there are currently two direct flights with JetBlue to and from SDQ. These are the flights we would recommend at this time:
• BOS-SDQ, JetBlue 1829, March 19, 2025, 10:02 PM – 2:02 AM
• SDQ-BOS, JetBlue 1630, March 25, 2025, 3:40 PM – 7:50 PM
Please consider booking this flight using the Blue fare, so if the airline adds a more convenient option, we can change our bookings as a group accordingly. With the current flight option, you would arrive early morning in Santo Domingo, and after the shuttle ride, you would have the entire day to relax at the resort. On March 25, you would check out and take the shuttle to the airport in the late morning.
Shuttle bus:
There will be a free shuttle bus from Las Américas International Airport to Villa Serena for anyone traveling on the above two flights, as well as anyone else arriving and departing at a similar time. If you are arriving or departing at a different time or location, you will be responsible for your own transportation to Villa Serena. If JetBlue adds a more convenient flight and all retreat guests coming from Boston update their itineraries, the shuttle bus will be rescheduled accordingly.
Schedule
The below itinerary is a sample and is subject to change. All activities are optional.
Thursday, March 20, 2025
Meet your group at the airport
Take a private shuttle to Villa Serena (3 hour transfer)
Walk around the property, connect with others, or enjoy quiet time
12:00 PM – Lunch
1:00 PM – Meet & Greet
3:30 PM – Check into your room
6:00 PM – Dinner
7:00 PM – Social Hour
Friday, March 21, 2025
8:30 AM – Wake Up & Flow Aerial Yoga with Lora
9:30 AM – Breakfast
11:00 AM – Free time: explore the grounds, relax, take a nap, book a massage
12:00 PM – Aerial Yoga Functional Flow with Kat
1:00 PM – Lunch
2:00-5:00 PM – Free time
5:00 PM – Restorative yoga class with retreat staff
6:15 PM – Dinner
7:30 PM – Catch a sunset, walk the property, connect with others, or enjoy quiet time
Saturday, March 22, 2025
8:30 AM – Aerial Yoga Fitness with Kat
9:30 AM – Breakfast
11:00 AM – Free time: explore the grounds, relax, take a nap, book a massage
12:00 PM – Aerial Yoga Mixed Levels class with Lora
1:00 PM – Lunch
2:00-5:00 PM – Guided hike with Kat & Lora
5:00-6:00 PM – Yin yoga class with retreat staff
6:15 PM – Dinner
7:30 PM – Catch a sunset, walk the property, connect with others, or enjoy quiet time
Sunday, March 23, 2025
8:30 AM – Aerial Yoga Align your Spine with Kat
9:30 AM – Breakfast
11:00 AM – Free time: explore the grounds, relax, take a nap, book a massage
12:00 PM – Aerial Yoga Dance with retreat staff
1:00 PM – Lunch
2:00-5:00 PM – Walk on the beach with Kat & Lora
5:00-6:00 PM – Flow yoga class with Lora
6:15 PM – Dinner
7:30 PM – Catch a sunset, walk the property, connect with others, or enjoy quiet time
Monday, March 24, 2025
8:30 AM – Aerial Yoga Fitness with Kat
9:30 AM – Breakfast
11:00 AM – Free time: explore the grounds, relax, take a nap, book a massage
12:00 PM – Aerial Yoga Mixed Levels class with Lora
1:00 PM – Lunch
2:00-5:00 PM – Games with Kat & Lora
5:00-6:00 PM – Meditation class with retreat staff
6:15 PM – Dinner
7:30 PM – Catch a sunset, walk the property, connect with others, or enjoy quiet time
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
8:30 AM Aerial yoga with Kat & Lora
9:30 AM Breakfast
11:00 AM Check out
Cost
Early Birds: Secure your spot before September 1, 2024 and save $200!!
Full Price:
- Single Occupancy: $2,600
- Double Occupancy: $2,130
Payment Terms:
- Nonrefundable Deposit: $500 (due at the time of booking)
- Second Installment: $995 (due November 15, 2024)
- Final Installment: Balance (due Feb 1, 2025)
Paying in full up front? Talk to us about additional savings.
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