LoseSmart Weight Loss Retreat at Skyterra Wellness

Skyterra's LoseSmart programme is designed for sustainable weight loss, not quick fixes. The approach is anti-restriction: you eat satisfying meals, move in ways that feel good, and learn stress management and sleep strategies. The daily schedule offers multiple activity choices, so you can tailor the week to your fitness level and interests.

Mornings usually start with a functional strength or mobility class, followed by breakfast. Mid-morning might be a nutrition workshop or a hike. Afternoons include options like yoga, kayaking, or one-on-one sessions with a trainer or therapist. Evenings are quieter: mindfulness, stretching, or free time.

The campus is in the Blue Ridge Mountains, about 45 minutes from Asheville. It's a scenic, relaxed setting with a private lake, trails, and gardens. Accommodation is in comfortable lodges with private or shared rooms.

What sets this retreat apart is the medical oversight and the focus on behaviour change. A physician reviews your health history, and the programme includes education on nutrition, stress, and sleep that you can take home. The staff are credentialed in exercise physiology, nutrition, and psychology.

Groups are small, typically fewer than 15 guests, so you get individual attention. Many guests come solo, and the atmosphere is supportive rather than competitive. The programme is suitable for beginners to intermediate exercisers; modifications are always offered.

What's included

- 7 nights accommodation - 3 meals daily plus snacks - Daily fitness and mobility classes - Nutrition and stress management workshops - Guided hikes and outdoor activities - Yoga and mindfulness sessions - Personalized planning session - Access to fitness facilities and lake - Wi-Fi

What's not included

- Airfare - Airport transfers (can be arranged for a fee) - Personal expenses - Spa treatments (available for an additional cost) - Travel insurance