All Bodies Rise Yoga's 1st Annual Body-Positive Yoga Retreat!

Negril, Jamaica

JZ
Jen Zimmerman
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3 reviews
Apr 19 - 24, 2019
Group size: 1 - 37
All Bodies Rise Yoga's 1st Annual Body-Positive Yoga Retreat!
Negril, Jamaica

Jen Zimmerman
  • Email address verified
3 reviews

Apr 19 - 24, 2019
Group size: 1 - 37

About this trip

Join All Bodies Rise Yoga (ABRY) for our First Annual Yoga and Seva Retreat in Negril, Jamaica! ABRY is dedicated to body positivity, mental wellness, and social justice. Our yoga is gentle, intended to soothe your nervous system and release tension and stress. We want our retreat to be inclusive, and for you to come as you are. No prior yoga experience or expensive yoga pants necessary! 


You'll spend 6 days and 5 nights at an intimate, 17 room cliff-side resort.  Each open-air room has a private balcony that offers a beautiful view of the Caribbean Sea. Catch some sun on the 1,500 square feet of multi-level cliffside sun decks, or take the stairway to the sea for swimming, snorkeling and cliff diving.  This retreat will embody rest and relaxation. A sanctuary to unwind and slow down, and an opportunity to offer *seva.


Between the beaches, breathtaking sunsets, amazing food and the vibrant Jamaican culture – as well as the spirit of the Jamaican people – you'll find yourself falling into step with the island of No Worries. You will enjoy the slow and easy vibes of Jamaica, practice yoga daily, swim in the calm waters of the Caribbean sea, dip in the pool any time you wish, and have the option of heading out for live music and nightlife. 


This trip will include gentle, body-positive yoga, meditation and group council, a group snorkeling adventure, and an unforgettable day trip for service work in either Nine Mile or Kingston.  You can also relax, read, and do absolutely nothing as well. This is your vacation, a unique, once in a lifetime experience, and a completely different kind of yoga retreat. 


Payment plans available! Your deposit reserves your room. The remaining balance will be spread out to make the trip more accessible. 


*(Seva: The Art of Selfless Service. ... “Seva” is a Sanskrit word meaning “selfless service” or work performed without any thought of reward or repayment. In ancient India seva was believed to help one's spiritual growth and at the same time contribute to the improvement of a community.)

Home Sweet Home Jamaica

Please note that different rooms accommodate solo travelers, couples, and groups. Please choose the room that best fits your needs. Prices listed are per person, not per room. If you have any questions, please email us at allbodiesriseyoga.com.


Check out Home Sweet Home on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Home-Sweet-Home-Resort-Negril-Jamaica-172629905811/

Important Notes

You must have a valid passport to travel to Jamaica, no special visas are required for US citizens. Please make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months after the date of entry. 


A non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your spot on this retreat. Payment plans are available. The balance is due 90 days prior to departure and refunds cannot be issued after September 30th, 2018. 


Roundtrip ground transport to/from the airport is included for the arriving group.  If you are arriving separately, transportation can be arranged for an additional fee. Please contact event coordinator for details. The scenic drive to Negril can take from 75-90mins depending on traffic. 


Retreat guests will receive an email with more information including Jamaican currency, packing list, travel plans and more. So be sure to provide us your email address and contact us with any questions!

What’s included

  • Hotel
    Home Sweet Home is a simple, laid back, beautiful 17-room cliff-side resort on the West end of Negril.
  • daily yoga & meditation
    Join us for mid-morning and evening practice and contemplation.
  • Breakfast and coffee
    Jamaica coffee is some of the best in the world!
  • Airport transportation
    We will meet as a group at the Montego Bay airport and shuttle to Home Sweet Home in Negril. Additional fees apply for separate transportation arrangements. Contact organizers for details.
  • Group snorkeling trip
    With the one and only Captain Vincent
  • Day seva trip
    A travel day into Nine Mile or Kingston for seva.

What’s not included

  • Airfare
    Destination airport is Montego Bay. Contact us for information on preferred arrival times.
  • Lunch and Dinner
    Experience delightful authentic cuisine within walking distance from the hotel. We want you to enjoy a variety of local food, meet local people, and support local economy.
  • Alcoholic beverages
    If you enjoy rum, Jamaica is your place.
  • Gratuities
    Everyone in Jamaica appreciates tips. If there is one place to be generous, it is with the folks who serve! Its also the most direct way to support locals.
  • Travel Insurance
    recommended
  • Day Trips
    Additional adventures can be arranged with a local driver.
  • Spa treatments
    Our retreat is in a small, beautiful and simple cliff-side hotel. There is no on-site spa, just the gentle sea, sunshine and the hum of reggae music. However concierge can arrange massages by request.
  • Laundry
    Can be arranged upon request with concierge.

Available Packages

Seaview Deluxe: Room #1

This charming ground-floor room offers a seaside view, with an open-air porch overlooking the pool area. Sleeping arrangements include two double beds in a conventional side-by-side layout, complete with a flatscreen television. Book with a friend or book solo and make a new friend! 


Room Facilities

  • Room size: 273 ft²
  • Balcony size 85 ft²
  • Two double beds
  • Open air porch
  • Beautiful seaview
$975
Deposit: $250
Seaview Deluxe: Room #2

This room, located on the second floor of the resort, offers a more secluded feel with lots of natural light. The large, open-air balcony offers gorgeous views of the Caribbean Sea and the Cliffside pool area.  Book with a friend or book solo and make a new friend!


Room Facilities

  • Room size: 273 ft²
  • Balcony size 85 ft²
  • Two double beds
  • Open air porch
  • Beautiful seaview
$975
Deposit: $250
Seaview Deluxe: Room #3

This room offers two double beds with a bright and casual environment. The ground floor patio area offers convenient walkout access to the Cliffside pool area.  Book with a friend or book solo and make a new friend!


Room Facilities

  • Room size: 273 ft²
  • Balcony size 85 ft²
  • Two double beds
  • Open air porch
  • Beautiful seaview
$975
Deposit: $250
Seaview Deluxe: Room #4

This second floor room features two double beds, lots of windows, and a private feel. The balcony offers stunning views of Negril’s Coast and the cliff. Two double beds. Book with a friend or make a new friend!

Room Facilities

  • Room size: 273 ft²
  • Balcony size 85 ft²
  • Two double beds
  • Open air porch
  • Beautiful seaview
$975
Deposit: $250
Seaview Deluxe (King): Room #5- couple

This first-floor seaside room offers a king size bed, and a large private patio area with direct pool and cliff access. Includes great views of the pool and ocean.  

Room Facilities

  • Room size: 250 ft²
  • Balcony size 80 ft²
  • King bed
  • Open air porch
  • Beautiful seaview
$975
Deposit: $250
Seaview Deluxe (Queen): Room #6 -solo

This cozy, intimate top-floor room offers a queen size bed and a large balcony with picturesque views of seaside Negril, the cliffs, and local plant life. *Perfect for one.*


Room Facilities

  • Room size: 250 ft²
  • Balcony size 80 ft²
  • Open air porch
  • Queen bed
  • Beautiful seaview
$1,350
Deposit: $250
Seaview Deluxe (King): Room #7 - solo

This first-floor room offers a huge king size bed, a flatscreen television, and a wonderful open-air patio with a very secluded feel. Room includes exquisite views of ocean and pool area.  

*Must be booked for two*

Room Facilities

  • Room size: 250 ft²
  • Balcony size 80 ft²
  • Open air porch
  • King bed
  • Beautiful seaview
$1,400
Deposit: $350
Seaview Deluxe (Queen): Room #8 -solo

This second floor room offers a queen sized bed with walls of glass that provides jaw-dropping views of the Caribbean sea and flowering plants. *Perfect for one.*


Room Facilities

  • Room size: 250 ft²
  • Balcony size 80 ft²
  • Open air porch
  • Queen bed
  • Beautiful seaview
$1,350
Deposit: $250
Seaview Deluxe (King): Room #9 -Couple

This ground floor room walks out to the pool with direct access to the cliffs. It has a wall of glass that provides an enchanting, picturesque, view of the sea and garden area. Furnished with a king sized bed.  *This room must be reserved for two people.*


Room Facilities

  • Room size: 250 ft²
  • Balcony size 80 ft²
  • Open air porch
  • Kitchenette
  • Beautiful seaview
$1,125
Deposit: $250
Seaview Deluxe (Queen): Room #10 -solo


This gorgeous second floor room offers great view of the ocean. It’s a place for solo travelers to relax. It has a wall of glass looking out to the sea that makes this room bright and sunny.  *Perfect for one.*


Room Facilities

  • Room size: 250 ft²
  • Balcony size 80 ft²
  • Open air porch
  • Queen bed
  • Beautiful seaview
$1,350
Deposit: $250
Cliffedge Suite: Room #11 - group room

This massive suite is perfect for a group of three or four! This room features two levels of living space and plenty of common areas. With walls of windows, high ceilings, and two levels of balconies, you’ll always have a quiet place to relax. Perched right on the cliff, this suite offers incredible views of the sea and the sunsets that Jamaica is famous for. *Must be booked for a group of three or four.*

Room Facilities

  • Room size: 250 ft²
  • Balcony size 80 ft²
  • 3 beds (1 king and 2 doubles)
  • Open air porch
  • Beautiful seaview
$1,125
Deposit: $250
Seaview Suite: Room #13 - group room

2 Bedroom (1 King, 2 Double)

Check out the amazing sunsets from your large private deck. With two bedrooms and three beds, this room is perfect for your group of three or four people. *Must be booked for a group of three or four.*


Room Facilities

  • Room size: 345 ft²
  • Balcony size 900 ft²
  • Open air porch
  • 2 Bedroom (1 King, 2 Double)
  • Beautiful seaview
$1,125
Deposit: $250
Sunset Suite: Room #14 - group room

The sunview suite features a main floor with a king and a twin bed. The second-level loft area has a double bed. The room has a huge balcony with breathtaking views of the sea and the coastline. There is a full size refrigerator and a kitchenette. *Must be booked for a group of at least three people.*


Room Facilities

  • Room size: 540 ft², loft 236 ft²
  • Balcony size 216 ft²
  • Open air porch
  • King and twin bed
  • Double Bed
  • Beautiful seaview
$1,125
Deposit: $250
Cliffedge Suite: Room #15 -2 person room

This first floor suite offers an expansive, front wall of glass, incredible views of the sea and a private balcony. It also has a furnished, kitchenette. What more could you want? Kitchenettes include full-size refrigerator, coffee maker, toaster, microwave, hot plate, plates, silverware. One king bed. *must be booked for two people*

Room Facilities

  • Room size: 343 ft²
  • Balcony size 72 ft²
  • Open air porch
  • Kitchenette
  • Beautiful seaview
  • Laundry
$1,250
Deposit: $350
Cliffedge Suites: Room #16 - group room

This top floor suite offers an expansive, front wall of glass, breathtaking, views of the sea and a private balcony. It also has a furnished kitchenette. What more could you want? Kitchenettes include full-size refrigerator, coffee maker, toaster, microwave, hot plate, plates, silverware.  *Must be reserved for a group of two or three.*

Room Facilities

  • Room size: 432 ft²
  • Balcony size 114 ft²
  • One King bed + One twin bed
  • Open air porch
  • Kitchenette
  • Beautiful seaview
$1,075
Deposit: $250
Honeymoon Suite: Room #17

Located on the 3rd floor of the resort. Our honeymoon suite features unobstructed views of the sea and the coastline. This room boasts a queen sized bed, full-size refrigerator, microwave oven, coffee maker, a kitchenette and a private balcony. The kitchenette also includes toaster, hot plate, plates and silverware. 


Room Facilities

  • Room size: 345 ft²
  • Balcony size 173 ft²
  • Open air porch
  • Queen bed
  • Beautiful seaview
$2,300
Deposit: $350


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Jen Zimmerman
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Fun, exciting, educational, beautiful, magical, upliftin,good food, very nice people !
By Sara M for All Bodies Rise Yoga's 1st Annual Body-Positive Yoga Retreat! on May 06, 2019
We had a great time with awesome people, and this experience wouldn't have been as special without the group. Thank you everyone and to Jeniffer for making this happen. The accommodations, food and beach location was perfect as well.
By Ramona S for All Bodies Rise Yoga's 1st Annual Body-Positive Yoga Retreat! on May 04, 2019
Caressed by the gentle trade winds, Home Sweet Home, in Negril. Jamaica, was perfect for this retreat, along with fresh, locally sourced meals, comfortable rooms, and a warm and friendly staff. As aging women and survivors of sexual abuse, the body positive approach of ABRY allows for individual autonomy and feels delicious. There were many adventure options as well as opportunities to be of service. My partner and I brought supplies to be delivered to a home for elders in the community. One of the most rewarding parts of the trip for us was learning a bit of the local culture and getting to know the amazing staff, who began to participate in our morning and evening yoga, adding to the inclusiveness that ABRY is all about.
By SUSAN M for All Bodies Rise Yoga's 1st Annual Body-Positive Yoga Retreat! on Apr 28, 2019