7-Day Fitness & Wellness Escape on Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam

Each day at Nova follows a rhythm of morning and afternoon training blocks, with four to five rotating sessions led by international trainers. Expect sunrise workouts on the beach, jungle hikes to waterfalls, and functional strength circuits in the open-air gym. The programming is built around hybrid conditioning—think running, CrossFit-style workouts, and bodyweight work—so you’re always moving in different ways. There’s also a dedicated recovery side: ice baths, sauna sessions, and yoga and meditation are all part of the week.

What makes Nova different is the flexibility. You can join for a single day, a week, or a full season, and the packages let you choose your focus. The Total Shift package is the full programme—training, nutrition, workshops, excursions, and recovery all bundled together. Nova Burn is more about sustainable weight loss, while Nova Elevate is aimed at performance and lifestyle. Whichever you pick, you’ll get personal training sessions, a daily protein shake, and a full kit to take home.

The location is a big draw. Phu Quoc is a tropical island with white-sand beaches and national parks, and Nova is set in a peaceful garden area with a river running alongside. The facilities are all on-site, so you never have to travel between training and recovery. There’s a 22-metre rock pool for laps, a running track, an obstacle course, and padel and volleyball courts available for a fee.

The coaching team is led by James, a functional fitness and wellbeing coach who mixes hybrid conditioning with meditation and mindset work. He’s competitive—he’ll push you in sessions—but he also makes time for mental health, which is a refreshing balance. The founder, Nick, started his own transformation journey in Thailand and brings that personal experience to how the retreat is run.

What's included

- 6 nights accommodation in a private villa - Access to all fitness classes (HIIT, strength, endurance, functional, mobility) - 4 personal training sessions per week - 3 daily nutritious meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) plus snacks - 3 ice bath and 3 sauna sessions per week - Daily protein shake - Group excursions and activities - Nature hikes with a trusted guide - Specialized workshops (goal setting, mindfulness) - Full Nova kit (welcome pack) - Use of obstacle course and running track - Yoga and meditation sessions - High-speed Wi-Fi

What's not included

- Flights costs - Travel insurance - Visa fee - Additional treatments - Airport transfers (available for a fee) - Padel and volleyball court fees - Personal expenses