Siargao Island Fitness & Adventure Retreat: Beach Workouts, Island Hopping, and Filipino Culture

The retreat runs from June 5th to 12th, 2027, based at Kajali Villas in General Luna. Mornings usually start with breakfast at the villa, then either a gym workout or an outdoor session — beach workouts, sand workouts, or bodyweight circuits. Workouts are a mix of HIIT and strength training; at CrossFit gyms you'll have barbells, dumbbells, kettlebells, and pull-up racks, while outdoor sessions use bodyweight movements. Multiple coaches are on hand to scale everything, so beginners and regulars train side by side.

Excursions are a big part of the week. You'll spend a day at Sugba Lagoon and the Maasin River, canoeing through mangroves and snorkelling over coral. Another day is island hopping by boat, with a hike to the top of a remote island and a traditional boodle fight lunch served on banana leaves. There's a trip to Magpupungko Rock Pools for a swim, followed by a local farm visit where you do a cooking class, a guided farm tour, and learn traditional Filipino weaving. A full-day trip to Sohoton Grande includes secret caves, cliff jumping, swimming in emerald water, and swimming with non-sting jellyfish. On the last full day, you visit Cloud 9 and take a beginner surf lesson.

The retreat is run by Lauren and Ras, who have led multiple Grown Strong retreats and built a returning community around them. Past guests mention how well-organised the trips are — airport pickups, meals, activities, and transport all handled — and how quickly the group bonds. The free day on June 9th gives you space to explore on your own or just rest by the pool.

Meals are a mix of local Filipino dishes and other cuisines, served three times a day. Dietary restrictions are collected via a questionnaire before the trip. Alcohol isn't included, but you can buy drinks at dinner or in town. The group is capped around 20 people, supported by at least two coaches or staff.

What's included

- 7 nights accommodation at Kajali Villas (private group booking) - Daily workouts (all levels) - 3 meals a day (breakfast, lunch, dinner) - Snacks and water - All scheduled activities and excursions - Full-day boat island hopping adventure with traditional boodle fight lunch - Private massage treatment (Hilot massage) - All local transportation during the retreat - Airport transfers (pickup and drop-off) - Swag bag with custom T-shirt - English-speaking coaches and staff

What's not included

- International flights - Travel insurance - Alcoholic drinks - Personal expenses (souvenirs, extra drinks) - Additional nights before or after the retreat - Optional activities not listed in the itinerary