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Creating retreats that bring together movement, mindfulness, adventure, and immersive travel.
At the heart of our work is building meaningful connection, between people, places and experiences. With a focus is on crafting transformative journeys that are collaborative, unforgettable and set in extraordinary destinations.
MOVE. BREATHE. FREEZE
August 2025
Lefkada, Greece
What we are about
Not just your average escape, these are experiences for those who want alignment, empowerment and a deeper connection to themselves and likeminded people. The retreats combine a balance of everything from energising strength sessions and mindful rituals to immersive travel and local culture. Every detail is considered so you can switch off, recharge and reconnect with yourself or others and choose what you want to get out of every journey.
Each retreat will not be the same and for future retreats we want to connect and collaborate with other like-minded businesses to create unique experiences. Depending on the location and group, experiences could be curated to look like:
• Fitness & Wellness Retreats – focused on building physical strength, confidence, and resilience while combining breathwork and practices that bring clarity and calm, creating space to reset, recharge.
• Active Getaways – blending movement, great food, wine, culture and adventure in luxury settings.
• Corporate Wellness Retreats – focused on supporting teams and businesses in building stronger connections and enhancing resilience through a mix of movement, mindset practices and collaborative experiences.
Your Hosts - Ness (Vanessa Mannington)
With over 7 years of experience in the fitness industry, Ness is a fully accredited Strength coach dedicated to empowering women through movement, mindset and motivation. She has built a loyal community of strong, confident and inspired clients who resonate with her uplifting ethos and results-driven approach.
Her training philosophy is about more than just lifting weights, it’s about unlocking your potential. Whether you're new to strength training or a seasoned lifter, her coaching is designed to meet you where you are and elevate you to where you want to be.
Having lived in Canggu, Bali for three years back in 2015 and working with a Women’s retreat during that time, Ness discovered a deep passion for creating transformational experiences beyond the gym. This ignited the spark to create her own experiences that bring people together, foster connection and create lasting impact
Who our retreats are for
We have attracted a diverse range of individuals, but all share one thing in common: a desire for more than just another holiday. Past retreats have welcomed:
• Solo travellers who want the freedom of travelling alone, but the connection of a like-minded group.
• Couples looking to create meaningful memories and strengthen their bond through shared experiences.
• Adventurers at heart who crave more than sun lounges and sightseeing, they want movement, mindfulness and experiences that truly enrich their lives.
• First-time travellers who want to feel empowered by the safety and guidance of a supportive environment.
• Busy individuals who want the thinking taken out of travel, but still crave something unique, purposeful and infused with wellness.
Each retreat brings together people from different walks of life, united by a shared vision: to reconnect, recharge, and return home stronger, in body, mind and spirit.
MOVE. BREATHE. FREEZE
August 2024
Uluwatu, Bali
Company Description
Bringing together luxury travel and wellness experiences that go beyond a holiday, they’re a chance for realignment, renewal and strength.
With the focus on blending movement, mindfulness and meaningful connection in exclusive destinations. Whether you want to elevate your body through movement and strength training, explore a deeper mindset practice, or immerse yourself in the richness of a new culture, these retreats offer a holistic approach to wellness that nurtures your body, mind and spirit.
Each retreat is thoughtfully designed so every moment feels transformative and intentional. From energising workouts to restorative practices, cultural experiences to shared meals, the balance of structure and freedom allows you to truly switch off, reset and grow.
What sets these retreats apart is the personal touch. Myself and everyone involved pours ourselves into every detail, from the training sessions to the food, environment and atmosphere.
Transformation happens when you step out of your daily routine and into an environment that challenges and supports you. That’s what these retreats are all about, creating the space, structure and inspiration for individuals to step into their strongest selves.
Whether you’re craving a peaceful reset, an elevating active getaway, or a soulful experience of connection, these are designed to meet you where you are and take you further.
WOMEN’S WELLNESS WEEKEND
June 2024
Yallingup, Australia
Your Hosts - Lloyd Johnson
Lloyd is a Sports Scientist, ZUU & Ankorr Master Trainer, Strength & Conditioning Coach and the Owner and Director of Aspire. Lloyd has set about uniting a team of like-minded individuals who are highly skilled in their respective fields to create a safe and supportive environment for clients to train in.
He has been passionate about creating an ego-free community, where members of all ages and abilities can come together to socialise and safely train together in a healthy & balanced manner to help improve all areas of their physical and mental health.
Your Hosts - Nina Buys
Nina is a qualified breathwork and meditation facilitator, offering a unique approach that invites openness and authenticity.
Her classes are considered and are thoughtfully composed of breathwork patterns to open, shift and release. Incorporating carefully curated playlists and the use of binaural beats to complete the sessions, an elevated experience is often achieved.
Driven by her passion to support others on their path to self-discovery, Nina is dedicated to empowering individuals to navigate their inner landscapes with grace, cultivating inner peace and equipping them with invaluable tools for self-soothing and personal transformation.
Get in touch with Ness with any questions or collaborations here
Previous Sponsors and Collaborators
LSKD Activewear
Aspire Group
Mother SPF
Aspire Switzerland
Naturally Nina - Acc. Sports Nutritionist
Paisley Madison - Mindfulness & Meditation
Lefkada Retreat
Food Path
Have more questions or want to know more?
Please get in contact with Ness via email or Instagram below
Email: trainwithness@gmail.com
Instagram DM: @ne_sss
