Name: Nourishing Heart Yoga Retreat
Start: 2023-02-18
End: 2023-02-25
Location: Frederiksted, St Croix 00840, USVI

Nourishing Heart Yoga

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15 reviews

Feb 18 - 25, 2023

Group size: 10 - 22

Nourishing Heart Yoga Retreat

Frederiksted, St Croix 00840, USVI

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Nourishing Heart Yoga

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15 reviews

$NaN

Feb 18 - 25, 2023

Group size: 10 - 22

Accommodation
7 nights, 8 days at Feather Leaf Inn
Airport Transfer
Arrival day transportation from Henry E. Rohlson Airport (STX) provided and departure day taxi to the airport included.
Daily Yoga
Beginners welcome & encouraged! Enjoy a variety of styles with Matece Skow, who has been fostering compassionate growth and healing for students over the past 24 years.
Daily Meditation
Matece facilitates safe and nurturing environments for transformation of body and heart through the practices of breathwork and mindfulness meditation.
Plant-based Meals
Three 100% organic, gourmet vegan meals each day. UV filtered water, teas and coffee throughout the retreat.
Christiansted Excursion
Safari Taxi to Christiansted for a yoga class and fresh, organic juice at The Courtyard followed by free time for shopping and exploring Christiansted.
Guided Night Snorkel
Our expert guide will take us on a night snorkel at Frederiksted Pier. Snorkel gear is provided or bring your own from home.
Basketweaving
Spend a leisurely afternoon learning to weave a basket from natural plant materials from the rainforest of St. Croix.
Live Music & Singing
Join professional musician Ann Percival for a casual night of singing simple, uplifting, and inspirational songs. This is a favorite activity of past participants.
Historical Walking Tour
Learn the history of the Butler Bay Estate (Feather Leaf Inn). We’ll talk about the plants and animals we share the land with and give an overview of the coral reefs.

Airfare
We are happy to offer guidance regarding flight itineraries.
Travel Insurance
Recommended
Alcohol
Independent Transport
If you wish to rent a car to get around on the island, we can make recommendations.
Souvenirs/Personal Items
Bodywork Sessions
We will provide an experienced massage therapist for private bookings on site.
Live Music Sunset Sail
Our final night excursion is a sunset sail with live music. This excursion is optional (not everyone likes boats!) so it is *not* included. The trip costs $150 and we will help with reservations.
Gratuities
It is recommended to bring cash for gratuities for drivers and staff. We can offer guidance in this area.

Your Caribbean Dream
Your Caribbean Dream
Ocean view & Salt water pool

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Daily Schedule
Daily Schedule
Luxurious and slow

Sample Daily Schedule (subject to change)

DAY 2

7:30 am MEDITATION, PRANAYAMA & YOGA

New Beginnings: A Gentle yoga class focused around letting go of what may be holding you back and making a fresh new start. Perfect for our first full day!

9:15 am BREAKFAST

10:30 ORIENTATION

Join Matece and Feather Leaf staff for a full introduction and orientation to the property and the itinerary. Learn about additional excursions including hiking, horseback riding, cycling, tours, kayaking, and more. Learn a bit about island etiquette and how to keep yourself well and safe in the Caribbean climate.

12:00 pm LUNCH

1:30 pm SNORKEL LESSON IN THE POOL

A short snorkeling tutorial designed to help you get acquainted with your gear, whether you brought your own or you are borrowing gear from the resort. This is not a swimming lesson; you must be able to swim. You will have a chance to try out snorkeling in the pool before heading out to the sea.

2:30 pm HISTORIC WALKING TOUR OF BUTLER ESTATE & BUTLER BAY

Join the owners of Feather Leaf Inn on a walking tour through the property to learn about the long history of the Butler Estate, the plants and animals they share the land with, and hear an overview of the coral reefs and restoration projects they are involved in.

6:00 pm DINNER

7:00 pm EVENING PROGRAM

Breathing with Mindful Presence: This class is focused on deep breathing and pranayama (breathing practices). Close your eyes and allows the present moment to encapsulate you, soaking up the radiance that lies within your newly open heart.

DAY 3

7:30 am YOGA AT THE SAMAN TREE

Connection to the Natural World: A gentle outdoor yoga class held under the canopy of the property's ancient and gigantic Saman tree. This class invokes the natural world to help you release tensions and feel connected to the pristine tropical environment around you.

9:15 am BREAKFAST

10:00 am SNORKEL & SWIM AT FREDERIKSTED PIER or RAINBOW BEACH

Just down the road are many wonderful beaches to explore. Rainbow Beach is great for sunning and swimming. Frederiksted Pier is a popular and beautiful snorkeling location. We will be offering transportation to and from either of these locations on this day. Alternatively, you may ride one of the resort's complimentary bicycles to the beach if you wish!

1:00 pm LATE LUNCH

4:00 pm YIN YOGA

Benefits of Stillness: Patience isn’t waiting or being static but moving in harmony with the speed of nature and what life is presenting you. Yin is a practice of patience and deep stretching and in this class, we will slow down and allow the body's inherent healing capacity arise, bringing balance and ease.

6:00 pm DINNER

7:00 pm FREE TIME
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Grounds
Grounds
Incredible trees, historical ruins, and gardens to explore

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Explore Christiansted
Explore Christiansted
See the sights and experience Crucian culture

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Go within
Go within
Guided journaling, introspection and time to reconnect with yourself

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Live Inspirational Music
Live Inspirational Music
Raise your voice!

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Gourmet Cuisine
Gourmet Cuisine
100% Plant-based, Organic, Vegan
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Adventure & Explore
Adventure & Explore
Complimentary bicycles provided
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Connection
Connection
Make meaningful friendships
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Aqua water & sandy beach
Aqua water & sandy beach
Snorkeling, horseback riding, kayaking, swimming, sunning and relaxing
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Your Caribbean Dream

Ocean view & Salt water pool

I had such a wonderful experience. It was such a delight. Looking forward to Matece’s next retreat.

By Tanya M for Nourishing Heart Yoga Retreat 2024 on Mar 04, 2024

I had a great time. The food and the accommodations were wonderful. I would highly recommend the FeatherLeaf Inn and the Nourishing Heart Yoga Retreat.

By Mary Lou R for Nourishing Heart Yoga Retreat 2024 on Feb 27, 2024

I had a great time. Great hosts and facilitators! Wonderfully planned activities with an abundance of free time. The group was friendly, kind and wise. I would do this again in a heartbeat.

By Debra H for Relax and Rejuvenate: A Nervous System Regulation Retreat for Stress on Jan 29, 2024

A wonderful week with the perfect mix of yoga, activities and free time. The Featherleaf Inn is a beautiful & quiet place for a retreat. The vegan meals were delicious and prepared with great care.

By Laurie E for Relax and Rejuvenate: A Nervous System Regulation Retreat for Stress on Jan 26, 2024

It was a trip of a life time. Wonderful people, accommodations, a beautiful town, perfect weather and scrumptious food. Could not ask for a nicer place or an overall perfect trip..thank you!