"To nourish the soul means to become kinder, more compassionate, wiser, and more loving, often through the making of difficult choices that foster growth rather than safety. The nourishment and growth of the soul is the very reason for human life." ― Joan Z. Borysenko
You are invited to Nourish in Grenada, whether you’re a seasoned yogi or beginner looking to broaden your horizons. To be nourished from within is the most precious gift we can offer ourselves. This journey of self-reflection is an invitation to acknowledge the ways you already pour into yourself and explore more approaches to self-nourishment. Dive into experiences, practices and shared wisdom to enrich your connection to the inner resources you walk with daily.
It’s an honor to invite you to the 2nd annual Nourish Yoga & Wellbeing Retreat in Grenada, my healing island home. This year we will use the five elements to lay the groundwork for deepening our understanding of ourselves and our connection to the natural rhythms of life. Earth, Water, Fire, Air and Space each provide an intuitive lens for assessing and bringing balance to the rich tapestry of our lives. Each day we will call upon one of the elements and its essential qualities to inspire our self-study and exploration.
Join me, Malaika Brooks-Smith-Lowe, professional yoga therapist (1000hr), doula, artist, community builder and cofounder of Spice Harmony Yoga for 6 transformative nights at True Blue Bay Resort. Together we will explore practices that support whole-being wellness including vinyasa & therapeutic yoga, the Great Yoga Wall™, meditation, breath work, art therapy, journaling and connected conversation. Open to all levels of yoga experience. All bodies are welcome & supported.
We will nourish our senses with experiences like a hands-on Farm 2 Table lunch with Chef Joachim and Grenada I.T.A.L at Ital Cabin and farm, an island tour of Grenada’s natural beauty, speed boat ride to Hog Island for a relaxing afternoon and an opportunity to plant our own seeds with my Dad at our Wild Seed Sanctuary project currently blooming in our home village!
Plus lots of freetime for relaxation, integration and exploration! Let’s retreat together, not to escape from life, but to connect more fully to its richness!
Nourish is open to All ✨
This retreat is for you if you are seeking to…
Enrich your self-care tool kit with practical tools for living a more balanced life
Deepen your yoga practice under the guidance of an experienced and gentle teacher
Self-reflect in a safe and non-judgmental environment
Explore the natural beauty of Grenada
Invite more playfulness into your life
Take a break from ‘your usual’ to prepare for 2025
Nourish yourself with new experiences
Meet like-minded people who share an interest in mindful living, yoga, nature and community
Rest and Rejuvenate in a tropical paradise
Take a digital detox - come (dis)connect with us!
What’s Included
6 nights accommodation at True Blue Bay Boutique Resort
Breakfast Daily
Welcome & Closing Dinners
Daily yoga therapy sessions with Malaika including movement, meditation, journaling, art and conversations
Hands-on Farm 2 Table Vibrationz Lunch with Ital (vegan) Chef @joachimjammeal and @grenadaital
The Great Yoga Wall ™ alignment workshop at our family studio, @spiceharmonyyoga
Hands-on planting experience at our new Wild Seed Sanctuary farm with Malaika’s Dad, Ferron C. Lowe, farmer & yoga teacher
Island Bus Tour
Hog Island Excursion and Beach Day
And More!
Not Included
Flights & Travel Insurance
Airport Transfers
4 dinners & 4 lunches (add $90US per day for all inclusive, cook in your kitchenette or try the restaurant options in your welcome packet)
PLEASE READ FULL RETREAT TERMS & CONDITIONS BELOW PRIOR TO APPLYING
“Each moment, breath is nourishing millions and millions of cells in our body.Listen to its language, interpret its words and enter into the mystery of life.” ― Amit Ray
About True Blue Bay Boutique Resort
True Blue Bay Boutique Resort is a family-owned and operated, climate-smart resort. It offers a Caribbean-chic ambience and a colourful and relaxed tropical atmosphere. Enjoy the beauty of Grenada in the guilt-free luxury of an environmentally-conscious boutique resort dedicated to sustainability and regenerative practices. The resort is reminiscent of a charming Caribbean village with brightly-colored buildings of different heights, tucked among winding walkways with plenty of trees, birds and fragrant vegetation, spacious rooms with verandas framing views of the bay and gardens.
Early Bird Prices
The per person prices are listed below each room. Early Bird discount ends 31st May, 2024. If you would like to share a twin room but don’t have a partner, you can still apply and if others want a roommate we will put you in touch.
Rooms are subject to availability. Complete the application form to receive payment information. Pay your $400US deposit to secure your room of choice. Balance due by 8th October, 2024.
True Blue Room Package (Only 3 Rooms Available)
True Blue Room Details & Amenities
Single Occupancy (1 person): $2210US
Double Occupancy (2 people): $1550US
Triple Occupancy (3 people): $14550US
*Rates include full retreat program
Cocoa Pod Room Package
Cocoa Pod Room Details & Amenities
Single Occupancy (1 person): $2390US
Double Occupancy (2 people): $1640US
Triple Occupancy (3 people): $1515US
*Rates include full retreat program
Waterfront Suite Package
Waterfront Suite Details & Amenities
Single Occupancy (1 person): $2780US
Double Occupancy (2 people): $1840US
Triple Occupancy (3 people): $1640US
*Rates include full retreat program
Villas Package
Double Occupancy (2 people): $2840US
Triple Occupancy (3 people): $2190US
Quadruple Occupancy (4 people): $1865US
Quintuple Occupancy (5 people): $1740US
*Rates include full retreat program
About Your Guide
MALAIKA BROOKS-SMITH-LOWE
Malaika Brooks-Smith-Lowe is a professional yoga therapist (1000hr), doula, artist and community builder. She has over a decade of experience teaching yoga and was recently recognized internationally as one of 20 Yoga Teachers of Color to Watch in 2020. In 2011 she co-founded Spice Harmony Yoga in Grenada alongside her parents, who are also certified yoga teachers.
Malaika works primarily as a private yoga therapist developing customized programs for individuals and special populations, and as a guide for wellness events and retreats. She has offered her wellness services globally including Grenada, The United States, Trinidad & Tobago, Jamaica, Bahamas, England, Mexico and Peru.
Malaika holds a Bachelors in Studio Art from Smith College, Massachusetts and a Masters in Cultural Studies from the University of the West Indies, St. Augustine. Her photography, film and mixed-media artwork has been exhibited locally and internationally. She is also an official photographer for the Black Yoga Teachers Alliance Conferences. Through the interconnected facets of her work Malaika, seeks to create pathways for her clients and community to feel supported and foster deeper connections with themselves and one another.
Connect with her on IG @malaikabsl
Testimonials
The retreat helped me to reset and reinforce my goals for the coming year. It was done in a peaceful and gentle manner while allowing us to come to our own conclusions without any pressure or judgment. Malaika is a great facilitator with tremendous talent.
EDL
Barbados
The Nourish Retreat was everything I needed to process and end this year! Beyond leaving with practical tools to help me live a more balanced life, I appreciated the well rounded itinerary that gave us a good taste of Grenadian life and culture. This was my third retreat with Malaika! I keep coming back because she curates such thoughtful and transformative experiences.
Jewels R.
USA
Between our exceptionally gifted instructor and the attendees the retreat attracted, I would highly recommend a Nourish experience with Malaika. This retreat brought people together that instinctively gelled & the community was organically special. Having an opportunity to share thoughts throughout the program proved invaluable as I personally showed up to find clarity for the road ahead. I left feeling full and equipped to continue the journey of ongoing nourishment. During the course of the program, Malaika was mindful to make sure our needs were being met.
-Gail H
St. Vincent
Malaika is an intuitive healer and community builder wise beyond her years. She creates a familial atmosphere that encourages safety and comfort, all of which are precursors to healing. All of Malaika’s yoga sessions felt easy to access. She provided excellent instruction and guidance for modifications based on individual abilities. I’m looking forward to Malaika’s future curated experiences.
Diana Braithwaite
USA
Malaika is a beautiful person .. She makes everyone feel special and has a way of bringing us all together and feel welcome. This was one of the most enriching experiences of my life. I absolutely loved the diversity of women, and the unity we all shared. Thank you Malaika for offering us such a wonderful Nourishing retreat.
Jenifer S
Canada
This was my very first official yoga class and by extension yoga retreat. I was a bit apprehensive but from my first session, I was made to feel at ease, comfortable and right at home. This retreat is definitely beginner friendly and our facilitator, Malaika ensured that everyone was able to participate by creating modifications, when necessary. If you're looking for a guided outlet to rejuvenate, refocus and recenter, I can confirm that this is your opportunity. I fully endorse this experience and I hope that anyone seeking a fuller expression of themselves choose this path.
Kyla
Grenada
The Nourish Yoga Retreat gave a group of women from different walks of life the opportunity to come together and find a common bond. The safe space provided opportunities for sharing and supporting.
Francine Campbell-Hakim
USA
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