A Hawaiian Summer Retreat: Yoga. Fitness. Play. Paradise.

If you read my last post you KNOW we had an epic last 2 retreats here on Kauai this year. Actually, each retreat I lead is truly remarkable and takes on a personality and theme of its own. This summer retreat will be no different. I am always so delighted in anticipation as my next retreat comes alive with it’s new guests and new curriculum.

I understand summer is a time when many people are content at home because it is warm and beautiful where they live. Especially for those that live in a brutal winter season. (I am from Michigan, I totally get it). However, SUMMERTIME here on the north shore of Kauai is exceptionally dreamy. There are magical beaches that one can only access in the summer due to the calmer ocean waters this time of year. Oh, and because the DOLPHINS are here!!!

Dolphin Joy On Kauai, Hawaii

Last summer I had the most epic encounter with the dolphins. I had just dropped my daughter off at school and spontaneously stopped by the beach.

When I got to the seashore I noticed there were tons of dolphins way out at sea. Too far for me to swim confidently alone to. Yet I was so happy simply to know I would be in the water with them and got in to swim near the shore a bit.

Surprisingly I was being pulled to swim out and simply thought to myself, “OK, I will just go as far as I feel comfortable and come back.” The call to swim out was just so welcoming I could not resist or deny it.

Minutes later a handful of dolphins swam in TO ME! They swam in a far way to me too, circled me and swam back out. I could hear them under the water and it is difficult to describe how blessed and grateful I was in that moment to have shared that playful and reverent greeting with them.

Such a blessing to be with the dolphins. They make me feel like I could burst in joy every time.

A Kauai Summer Yoga And Fitness Retreat

August 21-27, 2015

I hear time and time again from retreat attendees that their retreat was not only the highlight of their year, but a highlight to their entire life!

And this will be a great opportunity to transform your SUMMER into a heart-expanding, life-inspiring week, in a heavenly tropical paradise.

“I don’t even know where to begin. The week on magical Kaua’i was absolutely amazing! Samantha truly has a gift with yoga, fitness, coaching and she is able to combine those three in an unbelievable way. Getting to see the island with a local made such a difference and created a unique experience that most travelers or other yoga retreat attendees do not get to see. The food was always sooooo delicious and catered to my vegetarian needs. I cannot speak highly enough about Samantha and how incredible of a week it was — definitely one that I will never forget…MAHALO!!!” -Courtney Brandenburg, CA

This retreat will be open to all-levels of yoga and fitness. It is my deep intention that everyone of my guests leave with a:

new understanding of their miraculous body,
a deeper appreciation for their miraculous body,
multiple breakthroughs on their mats that will continue to multiply after the retreat is over,
a new-found and unconditional love for their miraculous bodies,
and deeply touched and moved by the aloha spirit here.

“During my experience at Samantha’s yoga and fitness retreat I learned that it truly is ok to love myself. This realization was carried with me from that week on Kauai into my world and that has made all the difference in my life.
If you are on the fence with coming to Samantha’s retreat I am here to tell you to make this a priority get yourself there. It does not matter your age, your skill level, you size, you WILL be welcomed and you WILL be transformed.
I will see you there.”
-Carrie, California

A Day In The Life Of This Hawaiian Retreat

August 21-27, 2015

Each daily adventure is weather-permitting. Here is a basic template of our days:

Awake to the beauty of tropical heaven. Breathe deeply and tune in sweetly. Local, fresh and organic fruits and juices and coffee/tea, and warm cereal will be ready for you upon waking.

9-11am: Morning yoga and/or fitness practice that is appropriate for all-levels and will challenge all-levels too.

11:15am Fresh, organic lunch. Our chef will be preparing our meals with locally sourced, mana-rich whole foods that are both mouth-watering delicious and feel-good nutritious.

Noon: Time to get into nature with adventurous, guided excursions of which may include: waterfall bathing and jumping, jungle hiking, relaxing on a white sandy beach, snorkeling, private boating, kayaking, swim with dolphins.

6:15pm: Dinner and time to relax and marinate in your magical day.

“I have so much to be grateful for and feel that my Kauai retreat experience ( a euphoric fairy tale) won’t wear off for a long, long time!” -Barranca When, (California)

“It will inspire you beyond words.” -Maggie Carvahalo (Scottsdale, Arizona)

“I learned so much from you and would rate my time in Kauai as one of my top five experiences of my life!!!!!” -Lyndsey West (New York, NY)

What else is possible? You will leave this place with a deeper connection to the PARADISE WITHIN.

Is This Yoga, Fitness Retreat On Kauai, Hawaii Right For You?

This is not a retreat for you if:
•   you do not like adventure
•   you do not live an active lifestyle
•   you are not open to having lots of fun and smiling and laughing often
•   you wanna go home untouched by your experiences

This IS a retreat for you if:
•   hiking is something you enjoy.
•   being near and/or in the ocean makes you smile.
•   you appreciate an organic and fresh cuisine.
•   you life a fairly active lifestyle and desire to be inspired to take it to the next level.
•   you are open to having the time of your life and are ready to co-create some magical experiences.
•   you are willing to relax, and enjoy island time.
•   you desire to experience a stress-free vacation as soon as your feet arrive on island.
•   you desire you grow your yoga and fitness knowledge and experience and have lots of sweaty fun on your mat.
•   you want to experience waterfalls, rainbows, sunshine and the spirit of aloha!

6 Night Kauai, Hawaii Retreat Loaded With Aloha

August 21-27, 2015

What this retreat includes:

6 night stay in our elegant retreat home that holds a sweet resting and space you can marinate in all the daily magic.
3 delicious and nutritious meals daily. Organic, fresh and as locally sourced as possible. Because eating Kauai sunshine and raindrops makes you vibrant and energized with vitality.
Daily yoga and fitness practices that will transform your connection to your body.
Pick up from the airport on August 21st at 2:00pm (LIH is the airport you will fly into).
Drop off to the airport on August 27th at noon.
Surprises that will enrich your stay and impact your heart forever.
Daily guided adventures.

“Beyond heaven. Samantha will change your lives. I would definitely book this retreat over and over. Stop thinking about it!! And Kauai…don’t get me started.”
-Lina Ball (Canada)

What this retreat will not include:

The cost of a PRIVATE BOAT TRIP that will grant us yet one more opportunity to experience Kauai from a very special perspective.
One night out on the town for dinner.
Stand Up Paddle Board and/or snorkel rentals if desiring this experience.
In house massage treatments to complete your perfect day ever.

Retreat Accommodations And Investment

All accommodations are on a first-come-first-serve basis. Please email me today for rates on what is available.

My February retreat sold out this year, so please don’t hesitate to register if indeed the possibilities make your heart leap.

I believe that when our heart opens it is our sign, our compass, directing our sails towards our highest good. There is magic for you, transformations awaiting you, and a calling within that shall not be ignored.

Come. Explore. Be Touched. Laugh. Cry. Play. Find Yourself Anew. Connect To Something Bigger.

Email me today to find out what accommodations are still available.