Adventures in IcelandImagine watching an ancient geyser erupt before your eyes, hiking through a canyon to a hidden waterfall, enjoying a stretch/mobility class in a cave on a black sand beach, and bathing in natural geothermal pools. Our Iceland Adventure Retreat will bring all of this to life - and more! Plus, we'll be in town for the annual Reykjavik marathon, so you have the (totally optional) opportunity to join the 3K fun run, 10K or half!
On this exciting retreat, we'll experience some of the island’s most precious natural wonders and unique adventures while also staying active through daily workouts and getting to know the local culture and cuisine! And, of course, traveling with other like-minded guests will make this shared experience even more special! Fitness In this special adventure-focused Ketanga retreat, we will enjoy a mix of traditional HIIT workouts with some stretch classes sprinkled in, and active adventures like hiking. The workouts are for all levels and will be made up of primarily bodyweight exercises. Adventure This trip is full of adventures ranging from visiting some of the country’s most popular highlights to unique, lesser known experiences. We have a day planned to explore the Golden Circle, home of Thingvellir National Park, the erupting Geysir and Gullfoss waterfall. We will also go hiking on in a canyon, visit the Blue Lagoon, and have an option to add-on with excursions like riding Icelandic horses or soaking in the Sky Lagoon. Relaxation There’s nothing more relaxing than looking at natural beauty and unique landscapes. Throughout our stops on the retreat, we will take a moment here and there for (optional) meditation, journaling or photography. We also have incorporated a free day on the schedule to relax, visit the spa or sign up for an extra excursion of your choice. |
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Retreat Itinerary
Thursday, August 22
Welcome to Iceland! Guests will arrive at Keflavík International Airport (KEF) and make their way to the hotel by 2PM for check-in. If you arrive early, you may want to walk the waterfront, check out the Perlan ice cave and planetarium, or simply walk the streets of Reykjavik and grab a nice meal! After getting settled in the hotel, we'll meet for introductions and our first fitness class as a group! In the evening we'll enjoy some local cuisine for dinner (included) and then an optional night out in Reykjavik!
Friday, August 23
South Coast sightseeing day! We'll depart early to get a head start on our adventure where we'll explore the majestic Seljalandsfoss & Skógafoss waterfalls, make an off-the-beaten-path stop to hike a canyon to a hidden waterfall, and walk along a black sand beach beside basalt columns (where we'll pause for a yoga-like stretch and mobility class if the weather cooperates!). Upon our return from the full-day trip, we'll have a free night to grab a bite and rest up for the day ahead.
Saturday, August 24
Today is your free day! After a morning workout (prep session for anyone participating in the Reykjavik Marathon's races) and breakfast, you can choose your own adventure! If you're participating in the race, the 10K will start in the late morning and the 3K fun run will start around noon (exact times to come). Afterwards, you'll join the group in a free day, perfect for anything from relaxing at the spa or Sky Lagoon to going horseback riding, visiting a lava tunnel, or walking around town. Free night for another five-star dining experience in town!
Sunday, August 25
This morning will begin with a workout at the hotel, and then we'll depart for the Golden Circle, a popular route connecting three of the most unique sights in Iceland: the Geysir Geothermal Area, Gullfoss Waterfall and Thingvellir National Park. We'll have lunch at Friðheimar farm where tomatoes are grown year round using geothermal energy to heat the greenhouses. In the evening, we'll have a final dinner together at one of the top restaurants in the entire city.
Monday, August 26
On our final morning together, we'll have a fitness class and farewell breakfast together where we'll recount our favorite memories from the trip! Prior to the hotel's 11AM check out, we will depart for the famous Blue Lagoon for a pre-travel soak in the geothermal baths. You'll get to try a series of facemarks that exfoliate, cleanse and moisturize your skin. After enjoying some deep relaxation, we'll depart for the airport.
*Itinerary subject to change*
Welcome to Iceland! Guests will arrive at Keflavík International Airport (KEF) and make their way to the hotel by 2PM for check-in. If you arrive early, you may want to walk the waterfront, check out the Perlan ice cave and planetarium, or simply walk the streets of Reykjavik and grab a nice meal! After getting settled in the hotel, we'll meet for introductions and our first fitness class as a group! In the evening we'll enjoy some local cuisine for dinner (included) and then an optional night out in Reykjavik!
Friday, August 23
South Coast sightseeing day! We'll depart early to get a head start on our adventure where we'll explore the majestic Seljalandsfoss & Skógafoss waterfalls, make an off-the-beaten-path stop to hike a canyon to a hidden waterfall, and walk along a black sand beach beside basalt columns (where we'll pause for a yoga-like stretch and mobility class if the weather cooperates!). Upon our return from the full-day trip, we'll have a free night to grab a bite and rest up for the day ahead.
Saturday, August 24
Today is your free day! After a morning workout (prep session for anyone participating in the Reykjavik Marathon's races) and breakfast, you can choose your own adventure! If you're participating in the race, the 10K will start in the late morning and the 3K fun run will start around noon (exact times to come). Afterwards, you'll join the group in a free day, perfect for anything from relaxing at the spa or Sky Lagoon to going horseback riding, visiting a lava tunnel, or walking around town. Free night for another five-star dining experience in town!
Sunday, August 25
This morning will begin with a workout at the hotel, and then we'll depart for the Golden Circle, a popular route connecting three of the most unique sights in Iceland: the Geysir Geothermal Area, Gullfoss Waterfall and Thingvellir National Park. We'll have lunch at Friðheimar farm where tomatoes are grown year round using geothermal energy to heat the greenhouses. In the evening, we'll have a final dinner together at one of the top restaurants in the entire city.
Monday, August 26
On our final morning together, we'll have a fitness class and farewell breakfast together where we'll recount our favorite memories from the trip! Prior to the hotel's 11AM check out, we will depart for the famous Blue Lagoon for a pre-travel soak in the geothermal baths. You'll get to try a series of facemarks that exfoliate, cleanse and moisturize your skin. After enjoying some deep relaxation, we'll depart for the airport.
*Itinerary subject to change*
Accommodations
Miðgarður by Center Hotels is conveniently positioned at one end of the Reykjavik's main shopping street. Guest rooms deliver modern amenities with clean, contemporary design. Every room comes packed with those little indulgences we love in a hotel room from the minibar to the flat screen TV. Free WiFi is standard. For a real treat check out the hotel spa and take a dip under an Icelandic sky in the thermal-water hot tub. The Standard guest rooms come with two single beds that can combine to create a king-size double if preferred.
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Meet Coach Amanda Butler
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Born and raised in Hastings, Nebraska, Amanda Butler has always been a mover and a shaker. At three, her parents put her in ballet and tap, eventually tacking on just about any sport that kept her moving. Long hours on the field and in the studio turned to long hours in the weight room, doing 6 AM ‘agilities’ with the football players and learning the importance of persistence and dedication to your craft.
Amanda’s ‘no-secret-sauce, just do the work’ approach to fitness has made her a sought-after group instructor, personal trainer, and program coordinator on the ground floor of the NYC fitness industry. A founding trainer of The Fhitting Room and BFX, she’s branched into the digital fitness world, programming and teaching for Aaptiv, NEOU, and TRX. Amanda was also one of the very first Ketanga Coaches and has led multiple retreats over the years. When she’s not coaching, she is spending time with her three children Alexis, Parker, Logan, and husband, Pablo. Every Sunday, you can find two gratefully exhausted parents splitting a chocolate chip walnut cookie at Levain Bakery. Amanda is NASM CPT, PROnatal (Levels I & II), AFAA Perinatal, AFAA Group Fitness, KettleBell Concepts, CPR/AED, TRX, and Nutritious Life Nutrition Certified. |
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Testimonials
"I can’t express enough gratitude to Ketanga in this one review. My fitness retreat to Iceland exceeded all of my expectations. Joining a group as a solo traveler can feel scary, especially as a woman, but I felt welcomed, safe and cared for. Although I didn’t feel lonely, I didn’t feel overwhelmed by other travelers in the group either. We all became very good friends very quickly, but privacy and independent time was also respected. Stacy planned an amazing trip! For once I didn’t have to research, email, arrange or book anything- it felt liberating. The workouts by our fitness leader, Amanda, were amazing (fun, daily, and apt for all levels). I look forward to joining another retreat. YES, I would recommend Ketanga to all my friends." - Carolina R.
"My wife and I went on this retreat as the first (of hopefully many) empty nest adventures. Ketanga organized a fabulous get away... a great crew of fellow travelers who also wanted to start the day with an awesome workout, an outstanding local tour guide and balanced programming (full of activities but also enough down time). We highly recommend." - Varman S.
"This was my third fitness retreat with Ketanga and definitely one of the best! Great group of people and well-organized itinerary that gave us a great overview of this beautiful country. Our trainer Amanda led terrific morning classes and Reynir was an exceptional driver and tour guide. These small group trips are like sharing your vacation with strangers who end up being good friends with similar interests. Looking forward to exploring more destinations with Ketanga!" - Janet R.
"My wife and I went on this retreat as the first (of hopefully many) empty nest adventures. Ketanga organized a fabulous get away... a great crew of fellow travelers who also wanted to start the day with an awesome workout, an outstanding local tour guide and balanced programming (full of activities but also enough down time). We highly recommend." - Varman S.
"This was my third fitness retreat with Ketanga and definitely one of the best! Great group of people and well-organized itinerary that gave us a great overview of this beautiful country. Our trainer Amanda led terrific morning classes and Reynir was an exceptional driver and tour guide. These small group trips are like sharing your vacation with strangers who end up being good friends with similar interests. Looking forward to exploring more destinations with Ketanga!" - Janet R.
Retreat itinerary subject to change