Women's Wellness and Yoga Escape on Siesta Key Beach, Florida

Day one starts with a welcome drink and your first beachside yoga session, easing you into the rhythm of the retreat. From there, each day has a structure: morning yoga, a guided meditation, a nourishing breakfast, and then either a workshop, an excursion, or free time to relax on the quartz sand. Afternoons might include a sound bath meditation, a women's circle, or an ocean ritual. Evenings close with restorative practice and often a group dinner.

The retreat is intentionally small, capped at eight participants, which keeps everything feeling intimate and personal. You'll get to know the other women in your circle quickly—shared meals, shared ceremonies, and long beach walks tend to do that. Carmita, the host and lead instructor, is a former Cirque du Soleil artist who began practicing yoga 24 years ago after a series of injuries. Her teaching style blends the discipline of her performance background with a softer, more restorative approach, and she's present throughout the retreat, not just teaching classes but also leading circles and joining excursions.

Siesta Key itself is part of the experience. The beach is famous for its quartz-crystal sand, which stays cool underfoot even in the heat. The retreat house is steps from Point of Rocks Beach, a quiet spot with tide pools perfect for snorkeling. Sarasota, just a short drive away, is known as Florida's Cultural Coast, with the Ringling Museum, botanical gardens, and a lively arts scene. One afternoon is set aside to visit the museum, giving you a taste of the area's history and culture.

What you won't find here is a packed schedule or pressure to do more. The program has built-in downtime, and the flow of each day is gentle. The focus is on rest, reflection, and reconnecting with your own body and intuition, surrounded by the ocean and a supportive group of women.

What's included

- Airport pickup (from SRQ) - 3 nights accommodation - 3 daily meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) - Snacks - Water, tea, coffee throughout the day - Welcome drink - Daily yoga classes - Guided meditations - Sacred women's circles - Sound bath meditation - Journaling workbook to keep - Perfume creation workshop - Therapeutic painting session - Ocean rituals and ceremonies - Dance movement session - Paddleboard excursion on Rainbow River - Ringling Museum excursion - Professional event photos - Welcome gift - Wifi - Luggage storage

What's not included

- Airport transfers (other than free pickup) - Flights - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Additional treatments (massage, private readings) - Private classes - Any activities not listed as included