Iceland Winter Escape
Iceland in the winter months is one of the most unique and beautiful places in the world! From the Northern Lights to ATVing, ice caving to visiting frozen waterfalls, there are so many things to see and do, and we have put together the ultimate itinerary for adventure, relaxation and-of course- some fitness!
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 TK 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
Day 1
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!
Day 2
A workout and breakfast will kick off our first full day in Iceland! Today we'll go on a walking and culinary tour of Reykjavik with tastes along the way! This city has some of the most incredible, fresh food, and we'll try as much as we can while learning about the city! The rest of the day is free! Visit the relaxing Sky Lagoon, shop along Laugavegur street, visit an ancient lava tunnel, or relax at the hotel spa! In the evening, you'll have the option to join a group dinner at a top restaurant or go off on your own to experience a restaurant and nightlife of your choosing.
Day 3
After an early morning workout and breakfast, we'll check out of the Reykjavik hotel and depart for the south of Iceland. We'll visit some picturesque waterfalls that have been frozen for the season, and then we'll hop on ATVs for a snowy adventure! The tour will break as we head to a weather-protected cave and enjoy a homemade barbecue on an open fire. After the tour, we'll check into our new hotel and have time to freshen up, hop in the hot tub and relax. In the evening we'll relax as we look up for the Northern Lights, a once-in-a-lifetime experience!
Day 4
This morning will begin with a workout and breakfast at the hotel, and then we'll drive to a massive glacier where we'll hike and explore the inside of a blue ice cave! This truly unforgettable experience is only part of the day, as we will also make a stop at ____. In the afternoon, we'll return to the hotel for some down time and another evening of looking at the stars and hoping for the Northern Lights to dance by!
Day 5
On our final morning together, we'll have a fitness class and a leisurely farewell breakfast. Then we'll make our way to the airport with a stop for lunch along the way!
*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!
Day 2
A workout and breakfast will kick off our first full day in Iceland! Today we'll go on a walking and culinary tour of Reykjavik with tastes along the way! This city has some of the most incredible, fresh food, and we'll try as much as we can while learning about the city! The rest of the day is free! Visit the relaxing Sky Lagoon, shop along Laugavegur street, visit an ancient lava tunnel, or relax at the hotel spa! In the evening, you'll have the option to join a group dinner at a top restaurant or go off on your own to experience a restaurant and nightlife of your choosing.
Day 3
After an early morning workout and breakfast, we'll check out of the Reykjavik hotel and depart for the south of Iceland. We'll visit some picturesque waterfalls that have been frozen for the season, and then we'll hop on ATVs for a snowy adventure! The tour will break as we head to a weather-protected cave and enjoy a homemade barbecue on an open fire. After the tour, we'll check into our new hotel and have time to freshen up, hop in the hot tub and relax. In the evening we'll relax as we look up for the Northern Lights, a once-in-a-lifetime experience!
Day 4
This morning will begin with a workout and breakfast at the hotel, and then we'll drive to a massive glacier where we'll hike and explore the inside of a blue ice cave! This truly unforgettable experience is only part of the day, as we will also make a stop at ____. In the afternoon, we'll return to the hotel for some down time and another evening of looking at the stars and hoping for the Northern Lights to dance by!
Day 5
On our final morning together, we'll have a fitness class and a leisurely farewell breakfast. Then we'll make our way to the airport with a stop for lunch along the way!
*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.
TK in the South of Iceland is the ideal place for viewing the Northern Lights.
TK in the South of Iceland is the ideal place for viewing the Northern Lights.
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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. |
Retreat itinerary subject to change