Strength & Surrender: A Winter Retreat in Dominica with Ramsay & Shannah Green
Saturday, January 24- Saturday, January 31 2026
*Put down $1000 to reserve your spot and the remainder will be due in the fall. Payments are being handled by Satsang Yoga, Shannah's studio*
This will be our FOURTH retreat to Jungle Bay and we have found that January is the perfect time to escape New England and spend a week in this breathtaking coastal paradise on the island of Dominica in the Caribbean. Dominica (not to be confused with the Dominican Republic) has been nicknamed the "Nature Isle of the Caribbean". The island boasts 365 rivers & streams, hidden waterfalls, freshwater lakes, hot sulphur springs, a "boiling lake", lush mountainous tropical forest. It is home to many rare plant, animal and bird species.
There is no shortage of ADVENTURES to be had on Dominica. Snorkelers rave about Scott’s Head and the popular Champagne Beach; at which tiny, warm bubbles float up from the geothermal vents, resembling a glass of bubbly Champagne. Both snorkeling sites are within 10 minutes from Jungle Bay.
Dominica is also known as the Whale Watching capital of the Caribbean; more than a half-dozen types of whales and a dozen types of dolphins have been identified in Dominica’s waters.
Jungle Bay is a unique oasis for nature lovers, active and adventurous travelers, as well as for those who seek tranquility, relaxation, yoga and wellbeing. A place to wind down, to rejuvenate your mind and body in a natural environment.
Jungle Bay is located on the south west coast, only 20 minutes from the capital of Roseau, 392 feet above the Caribbean Sea, the charming fishing village Soufriere and the marine sanctuary of Soufriere & Scotts Head.
The 60 tastefully designed villas are nestled within tropical trees, banana plants and flowers. The hotel combines barefoot luxury with ecologically & socially responsibility and offers an outstanding hospitality service. Everything will be organized for you: transfers (from/to port/airport), guided hikes, excursions & activities, spa treatments & massages, yoga, delicious and fresh island meals.
About the Retreat:
We will offer two yoga classes a day (morning and late afternoon), along with extra specialty classes/mini-workshops (TBD by interest & time availability). Both the morning and afternoon sessions will vary in style and format ranging from active vinyasa-style yang yoga to gentle, slow-flow classes incorporating elements of Yin and Restorative yoga, pranayama and meditation. We will incorporate philosophy discussion and mindfulness teachings into time before and/or after classes.
The yoga classes that we offer will be appropriate for all levels of students as we will offer the chance to modify or add on when appropriate. So whether you are a beginner or advanced student, we will work with you at your level to provide a week of challenge and growth. During the day, you will have the freedom to spend your time as you choose….treating yourself to a massage, napping, reading, sun bathing or going on an adventure (hiking, surfing, zip lining, waterfall rappelling, chocolate tours and more).
Here’s what a typical day will look like:
6:00-8:00am optional local hike with Jungle Bay Staff
6:00-7:30am Coffee,tea, & fruit available
7:30-8:30am Breakfast
8:30am Dharma Discussion over coffee/tea at the Farmer's Table (deep dive into Yoga sutras and philosophy with a focus on how we can practice the philosophy of yoga in our daily modern lives)
9:30-11:00am Vigorous Yoga practice
12:00pm Lunch
Afternoon Excursion Time (hiking, snorkeling, ocean swims) or Chill Out Time
4:00-5:30pm Restorative/Slow Flow Yoga practice
6:30pm Dinner
Evening Free Time
What's included:
Airport pick-up and drop-off
Accommodations (Villa Suites or Villa Rooms)
Fresh island meals and tropical juices (full breakfast, lunch & dinner)
Three off-site excursions around Dominica – for example, excursions to explore hidden waterfalls, ocean pools, and natural hot springs,as well as the better-known Dominica attractions like the Boiling Lake (in the UNESCO World Heritage Site); other outdoor activities including kayaking and snorkeling
Half-hour spa treatment/massage
Yoga 2x daily
AVAILABLE ROOMS price is per person & includes all items listed above.
(these are last year's prices but we don't expect them to go up much, if at all.)
Double occupancy in a Garden view Villa Room (1 king or 2 twins) $2840
Double occupancy in a Garden view Villa Suite (1 king bed) $3520
Single Occupancy in a Garden View Villa Room (1 king bed) $3690
Single Occupancy in a Garden View Villa Suite (1 king bed) $5020
Double occupancy in a Sea View Villa Room (1 king or 2 twins) $3040
Double occupancy in a Sea View Villa Suite (1 king) $3820
Single Occupancy in a Sea View Villa Room (1 king bed) $3890
Single Occupancy in a Sea View Villa Suite (1 king bed) $5320
*Villa Rooms are 400 sq ft/ Villa Suites are 800 sq ft- both have patios
*The Sea View Villa Rooms are higher up the hill than Garden View
What’s Not Included:
International Airfare.
Gratuities.
Additional Spa treatments
Additional Excursions/Adventures.
Beer, wine, or other specialty beverages, which are available at the bar for an additional fee.
CANCELATION POLICY
All retreat payments are non-refundable as we will be obliged to fulfill our reservations with the resort the moment you reserve with us. If we can fill your spot, we will refund you.
Please e-mail info@onthematyoga.com if you are interested in coming on this retreat and let us know with whom you are traveling so we can bunk you together.
CHECK OUT THE JUNGLE BAY REVIEWS ON TRIP ADVISOR.