Refuge & Restore
Yoga & Meditation Retreat
Boca de Chavon, Dominican Republic
with Shawna Emerick & Amy Soucy
April 12-19, 2025
Take refuge, spend a week in wonder, and
immerse in the healing power of nature.
Unplug, reconnect to what’s essential, and open your heart with daily yoga, qigong, meditation,
restorative sound baths, fire ceremonies, and lots of loving, lively community.
Nap in a hammock, lounge by the sea, swim in the salt water pool,
or walk the beautiful, windswept Caribbean coastline.
There will be plenty of opportunities to relax and realign, in solitude or with others.
Take it all in at your own pace, and let the healing energy of this amazing island restore you - body, mind and spirit.
Take a sacred pause, let yourself be nourished, supported, and nurtured.
Picture This…
Clean, fresh, local and organic meals 3X a day!
Ayurvedic vegetarian food, sourced locally and prepared with love by the retreat center’s amazing in-house chef.
Twice-daily yoga & movement sessions in a thatched-roof Yoga shala with open-air walls to let in birdsong and warm breezes from the ocean. Yoga mats and all props provided.
Afternoons are wide open, leaving you time to nap in a hammock, swim in the ocean or beautiful saltwater pool, watch the clouds, read, write, or simply BE.
Indulge in a relaxing massage at the Ayurvedic spa (included in your package), and treat yourself to additional healing services, including facials, reflexology, an herbal colon cleanse, and more!
Kick back and relax on a sailboat excursion to the pristine tropical Isla Saona! We’ve planned a fun, full-day group outing that includes sailing, lunch, swimming, and sunbathing.
Over 25-acres to explore, including trails and lush botanical gardens… or take a 2-hour walk along the coast, returning through the surrounding woodlands. (Guided walks on request)
Take a cleansing mud bath and have fun slathering yourself (or a friend) in healing mud.
We highly encourage you to relax, have fun, and do what pleases YOU!
What’s Included
8 days and 7 nights at a tranquil, 5-star holistic retreat center
Twice-daily yoga and movement sessions led by experienced instructors Amy and Shawna
Daily AM meditation
3 daily vegetarian meals prepared with love and fresh, local, and organic ingredients
One relaxing 65-minute massage (your choice of Ayurvedic detox or Swedish)
Breathtaking beachfront access and swimming in the turquoise Caribbean sea.
Excursions include:
A full-day sailing excursion to tropical Saona Island (where Pirates of the Caribbean & Blue Lagoon were filmed) – includes lunch, swimming & stunning, white-sand beaches.
An invigorating and healing mud bath ceremony
Evening bonfire ceremonies on the beach
RT airport transfers (from/to Punta Cana or Santo Domingo)
Time and connection in heart-centered community
WiFi is available in the communal areas.
Our Hosts: Ki-Ra Holistic Living Center
“Ki-Ra” means “Home of the Earth Spirit” in Taino. The indigenous Taíno people were expert healers and herbalists and the last to inhabit this site. Displaced in the 1400s by the invading Spanish, their spirit is honored and lives on here…
Overlooking the Caribbean Sea, Ki-Ra is a bio-diverse haven for birds, butterflies, wildlife and people.
A butterfly oasis, the property is home to hundreds of butterfly larvae and nectar plants.
The lush tropical greenery promotes healing and reflection. A salt-water pool and intimate seating areas promote relaxation and community.
The decor is Mexican and Taíno-inspired, with palm thatched roofs, soft lines and pastel decor. Colorful hammocks line the property and lanterns cast a soft glow in the evenings.
A picture perfect place to retreat and recharge!
Things to keep in mind:
Single occupancy is very limited. We have 4 private rooms. Otherwise, all rooms are multi-occupancy, holding 2-3 people. We're giving preference for single occupancy to folks with specific needs. Please decide whether you’re comfortable sharing a space with 1-2 other people. Inquire with Shawna or Amy for more info.
There is no sand beach, but you can access the ocean by climbing down steps carved into the rocks.
What’s not included:
International airfare (please book your flights to Punta Cana or Santo Domingo)
Optional excursions & tours:
Excursions to Catalina Island, Altos de Chavon village, chocolate & tobacco factory tours, horseback riding and more may be booked onsite for an additional fee
Extra spa treatments
Gratuities for the staff (tipping is at your discretion and done at the end of retreat)
Investment
$500
Non-refundable deposit
Applied toward your balance
$2529
Shared room with AC
$2379
Shared room with fan
$2779
Single room with fan
Refund / Cancellation Policy
A $500 non-refundable deposit is required, and will be applied to your first payment. (A cancellation for any reason will result in a loss of the deposit.)
Your remaining balance is due by January 6th.
We can refund 50% of the retreat fee (minus the $500 deposit) for any cancellation received in writing before February 1st, 2025.
Unfortunately we can’t offer any retreat refunds after February 1st, 2025.
We highly recommend purchasing CFAR (cancel for any reason) travel insurance, which is generally recommended for international travel. It should cover flights and such, not the retreat costs.
LOVE FROM PAST RETREATERS
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The two of you together create magic! You are both so genuinely nurturing and kind. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for offering this and for your energy and love given throughout. I’m so thankful that the universe and my intuition led me to find you."
ANGELINA
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I've been a "yogi" for more than 20 years and attended a ton of retreats. I've also facilitated different groups and experiences over the years. I can confidently and objectively say that Amy and Shawna create such a beautiful, authentic container for people to retreat and be themselves, have their own deep experience... and also connect with others.
SCOTT T.
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I found the retreat to be a perfect blend of time spent with incredibly kind, present, open-hearted people, and time in quiet reflection. Through diverse yoga classes and movement practices, natural surroundings that inspired, and new friends, this was truly a beautiful experience for a first-time retreater! Shawna and Amy are the best facilitators I could ever imagine!
SUZANNE H.
