The week is built around two things: movement in the morning and dancing later in the day. Meditation, yoga and Pilates are taught by the studio's own teachers, and the salsa, bachata and merengue sessions bring in the Caribbean rhythm the location is known for. No previous dance experience is mentioned as a requirement, and the classes are taught in Spanish.

Two excursions are included in the week. The listing does not name the destinations, so ask the organiser directly before booking if you want to know where they go. Beach walks are part of the daily rhythm — the villa opens straight onto the sand.

Food is cooked by a chef from the area, so the menu is local Dominican cooking rather than a generic retreat menu. Meals are taken together at the villa.

The accommodation is a private villa with direct beach access in the Las Terrenas area. Room types, how many people share, and whether bathrooms are private are not specified on the page — confirm these with the organiser before you book.

Las Terrenas sits on the Samaná peninsula, known for long beaches, palm groves and a mixed Dominican, European and Haitian food scene. The nearest airport is El Catey (Samana), with Santo Domingo and Puerto Plata further away.

What sets this apart from a standard yoga week is the dance element: salsa, bachata and merengue taught alongside the mat work, in a house on the beach rather than a resort. It is a Spanish-language trip run by a small Madrid-area studio, so the group will likely be mostly Spanish-speaking.

What's included

- One week in a private villa with direct beach access in the Las Terrenas area - Meditation sessions - Yoga classes - Pilates classes - Salsa, bachata and merengue classes - Two excursions - Beach walks - Meals cooked by a local chef (confirm which meals with the organiser)

What's not included

- Flights to the Dominican Republic - Airport transfers (not mentioned on the page) - Travel insurance - Personal expenses - Anything not listed as included

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