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EMPOWER EXPLORE EVOLVE

Week-long movement retreat - open to all levels
Cartagena & Santa Marta, Colombia  |  December 3-9, 2022

EMPOWER EXPLORE EVOLVE

Join coach Francheska Martinez in Colombia for one of a kind exploration into movement, bodyweight training, strength training, and flow. This expedition through will couple breathtaking natural beauty with exclusive activities set in nature. The retreat will bring forth an opportunity to create healthy and sustainable life practices, cultivate empowerment to take ownership of your body and improve your quality of life through movement.

We're kicking things off in Cartagena, where the mix of modern and historical holds a unique charm. We'll explore the culinary, historic and cultural sides of the city while getting in our workouts! Then we're heading north along the Caribbean coast to Santa Marta. We'll soak up the sun and spend time in the one and only Tayrona National Park, the ideal hiking spot with the most beautiful beaches around!

Movement
Throughout the retreat, you will have daily workshops and movement sessions that are open to all fitness levels. These sessions will vary between Functional Bodyweight Training and Strength Training to build foundational movement, learn to prevent injury and build proper lifting form & technique. Also offered each day will be Breathwork - a powerful therapeutic practice designed to boost immunity and fuel presence - and/or other Restorative Practices to nurture recovery and relaxation.
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Adventure:
We've got a week of unique local adventures and VIP experiences planned for you! In Cartagena, some of the highlights will be exploring the walled city, going salsa dancing and spending a day island hopping on our own boat through the Rosario Islands. In Santa Marta, we will hike through Tayrona National Natural Park, go horseback riding and explore the local cuisine! (All activities are optional).

Relaxation:
With all the excitement and activities planned, there will also be plenty of free time to relax and chill. We will have beach days, free time to explore, try out some additional excursions or restaurants, or simply relax at our beautiful hotels.

Pricing:

  • $2795 per person in a shared room (2 people)
  • $3365 in a single room

Notes:​
  • ​Airfare to Cartagena / from Santa Marta is not included.
  • Travel insurance highly recommended.
  • Guests interested in sharing a room with another solo traveler will be paired with a roommate first come, first served with no guarantees and must be willing to pay the single room rate if no roommate is available.
  • Upgrades may be available upon request for a fee.
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What's Included

  • 7 days / 6 nights accommodations at unique luxury accommodations in Cartagena and Santa Marta 
  • Daily movement sessions led by Coach Francheska
  • Island hopping through the Rosario islands with a private boat charter, beach workout and lunch
  • Breakfast included every morning
  • Dinner included every night except two free nights in Cartagena to explore local restaurants
  • Select lunches included on group tours
  • Explore Cartagena's trendiest neighborhoods and historic monuments on a private tour
  • Visit the town of Santa Marta to explore, shop and dine
  • Transportation included from Cartagena to Santa Marta
  • Hiking excursion in Tayrona National Park with beach time and option for horseback riding
  • Additional excursions (with fee) such as: Colombian-style salsa dancing lesson, bike tour, surfing, spa, and more

Meet Coach Francheska Martinez

Francheska is a fitness coach based out of Austin, TX. She is passionate about all things fitness and movement and excited to provide a firsthand experience on how to move dynamically and with intention, like a warrior on this retreat!

Francheska’s movement journey started when she enrolled in dance as a child, and continued as she pursued many active hobbies and sports throughout the years. After struggling with various injuries, she decided to learn how to become more resilient and durable, which is what led her to study Exercise Sports Science and become a professional fitness coach. 

Train with Francheska to get strong and mobile, while focusing on staying healthy for the long haul!  

​​"My mission in life is to never stop learning, so that I can share my knowledge on improving quality of life through movement.” - Francheska Martinez
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The Accommodations

Throughout our stay in Colombia, we will find comfortable accommodations at boutique properties with local charm and modern luxurious amenities. In Cartagena, we will find unique and luxurious accommodations for three nights at Hotel Capellan, a boutique hotel in the heart of the popular Getsemani neighborhood. Walking down the cobblestone streets, you'd never expect this majestic property to exist! The hotel is in a great area for shopping and dining, and it is also steps away from the Walled City / Old City full of history and additional restaurants, bars and excitement. 

In Santa Marta, we are staying three nights at the luxurious Cayena Beach Villa right on the beach complete with an incredible pool and covered fitness area. We will have a professional chef preparing breakfasts and dinners on site to enjoy while viewing the Sierra Nevada mountain range in the background. 
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Itinerary

Saturday, December 3
Welcome to Colombia! Guests will arrive in Cartagena and check in to our beautiful accommodations in the heart of Getsemani, Cartagena's most colorful and trendy neighborhood. We'll meet for introductions and get to know each other over a welcome workout and then dinner at a delicious local restaurant.

Sunday, December 4
This morning we will wake up to the smell of Colombian coffee and a workout. We'll have a breakfast and head out on a walking tour of the old city and neighboring areas. Enjoy a free afternoon in Cartagena! In the evening, option for a salsa dancing and craft cocktails! Free night.

Monday, December 5
On today's exciting agenda is a day trip on a private boat to the Rosario Islands complete with a traditional barbecue lunch. We'll visit different beaches and islands, have a class with Francheska on the sand and simply enjoy the scenery and each other's company. In the evening, enjoy a free night to check out some of the incredible restaurants and nightlife in town.

Tuesday, December 6
On our final morning in Cartagena, we will have an early class followed by breakfast, and then we'll hit the road to Santa Marta! We'll stop in the actual town of Santa Marta to grab lunch at one of the many cafes and restaurants and check out the shops and marina. Then we'll continue to our accommodations and settle in with some beach/pool free time and group dinner.

Wednesday, December 7
This morning we'll wake up to an invigorating workout with Francheska and delicious breakfast. Then we will depart for Tayrona National Natural Park, one of the most picturesque locations in the country. The park, located at the foot of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, is known for palm-shaded coves, stunning beaches, lagoons, and biodiversity. We will enter the park and hike our way through nature, stopping at viewpoints and beaches along the way. After our adventure, we'll head back to our van (by horse or by foot) and return to the hotel for free time and dinner.

Thursday, December 8
Our final full day in Colombia is all about relaxation! We'll have a morning class and a group dinner, but the way you spend the middle of the day is completely up to you! Relax at the pool, sunbathe on the beach, visit a local surf school, or take a trip back to Tayrona National Park!

Friday, December 9
We will wake up for an optional movement session to kick off our day of travels and then enjoy breakfast as a group, spend our last few moments in paradise and then head to the Santa Marta airport (SMR) to say our goodbyes and make our way home. Guests may also choose to depart from Barranquilla (BAQ) airport or from Cartagena (CTG) but transfers to those airports would require an additional fee and transfer.

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