Yoga began as a practice of renunciation. That is to say; classical yoga encourages one to disengage from what is seen as the traps of the material world: no family, no possessions, no attachments. As yoga evolved and blossomed into what we now call Tantra, the practice was no longer focused on renunciation of life but full engagement with it. This engagement focus acknowledges that if we want to be fulfilled, there are four aims of life that need our conscious, ethical, and balanced attention and participation.
Retreat Intention:
Jordan and Monique are deeply committed to living fulfilled lives with interesting and exciting professional opportunities and enriching personal experiences. Yes… we work hard and we play hard! The goal of life is to explore and grow through experience. Our hope is that with these teachings you will find a deeper sense of self and build the courage to do the next thing.
8-Limb Power Yoga™:
The asana practice is a balanced sequence of pose and counterpose transitions. Each pose prepares you for the next pose that’s coming as well as deepening the pose that came before it. Each sequence builds on the previous sequence allowing the student to move deeper with each series of poses. The practice is set to a curated playlist that builds within the sequence and assists in setting the mind at ease as the instruction is given.
Yoga Activated™:
Using the 8-Limb Power Yoga framework, Yoga Activated aims to bring awareness to the movements that take the student from pose to pose. The practice focuses on increasing body awareness by teaching basic anatomy & physiology. It develops core strength through slow and controlled transitions and holds. It fosters grace by using the newfound mobility in the flow from pose to pose.
Practice Amplifications:
To deepen the asana experience classes use Pranayama (breath work), Mantra (chanting), Dharana & Dyhana (meditation & introspection) to move the student through the inner experience of deepening their sense of self.
Dharma Talks:
Philosophical discourses once a day to introduce one of the four aims (Artha, Kama, Moksha, Dharma) and how they can be applied to the current challenges that face each of us. As a part of the talks, students are encouraged to ask questions and bring experiences to the group for deeper exploration and discussion.
Private Sessions:
Each student is invited to sign up to have 30-minute private one-on-one discussions with Jordan and Monique to explore ways to apply these teachings to their practice and lives. In addition, Raj Dubey will be in attendance at the retreat and be offering Vedic Astrology sessions. “Raj Dubey, a skilled Vedic astrologer and scientist, brings a wealth of wisdom passed down from his grandparents, who taught him astrology, palmistry, and Ayurveda.”
- 6 nights accommodations
- 3 meals per day (excluding alcoholic beverages) starting with dinner on the first night and ending with breakfast on the last day
- Group Ground Transportation to/from Douglas-Charles Airport (DOM) to Retreat Center
- Daily yoga practices
- Jungle Bay’s Garden Tour
- Caribbean Cooking Class
- Herbal Experience
- Access to Infinity swimming pool
- On-site walking trails
- Personal retreat time (having time to nap, explore, walk, read, and just be)
Accommodations
This eco-lodge is a Caribbean gem on the Island of Dominica and offers a dynamic collection of retreat, adventure, spa treatments, wellness, yoga, gourmet cuisine, local culture, and history. With the deep energy of this special center and the crystal blue ocean surrounding, immerse your senses in all this escape has to offer. It’s the perfect spot to unplug from everything as you reconnect to yourself and the Nature Island of the Caribbean. The rooms are on a hill separated by nature.
Jordan Lashley
At the age of 25, Jordan stepped into his first yoga class, and life was never the same again. In his book, There Is No Me; he shares the compelling story of his development as a yoga practitioner, teacher, and man driven by the deeper questions of life. Jordan is a Yoga Instructor with 20 years of experience studying, teaching, and sharing this beautiful practice with students of all levels. He completed his 200-hour RYT training in 2009 at the Baptiste Yoga Studio in Cambridge, MA, and has also completed comprehensive training in Jivamukti Yoga with Sharon Gannon and David Life, Yin Yoga with Josh Summers, and a 300hr yoga philosophy certification from Embodied Philosophy. Jordan believes that “Yoga is about balance, in every possible way. Strength, flexibility, balancing on one foot, balancing your emotional state, mental perspective, and life… we are at our best when we achieve as much balance as possible.” For two decades, Jordan has been dedicated to the pursuit of truth as seen through the lens of yoga philosophy. As part of that journey, he realized that he needed to build a community where fellow seekers could practice asana while exploring the deeper nature of what it means to be a good and fulfilled human. In his classes, you will work hard physically, challenge your paradigm of the world, and connect to something bigger than yourself. Jordan’s students experience a rigorous workout through his yoga sequences set to playlists that highlight his years as a DJ. The surprise is his gift to read the room, know what you need, and share philosophical and spiritual teachings at just the right moment of receptivity. Jordan teaches meditation, breath control, mantra, philosophy, and a dynamic, powerful flow in each class.
Monique Allen
Monique was first introduced to yoga in the mid-1970s by her mother and continued to dabble in the practice until 2018 when she took the leap into a committed practice and teacher training at The Burning Wheel Yoga School.
She began teaching in 2023 and has now completed her 500RYT through Yoga Alliance and teaches with a focus on proper alignment and engagement of the bones and muscles to develop flexibility and strength in the practice.
Trained as a dancer Monique developed the Yoga ActivatedTM practice to riff off of Jordan’s 8-Limb Power YogaTM by leaning into the details of the transition between poses. This practice assists in building body awareness, core strength, and graceful mobility by bringing attention and intention to each movement between the poses.
As a business owner, employer, coach, mother of three, and student of psychology, Monique is passionate about weaving the tenants of physical, spiritual, and relational practices into all corners of her life. It is through reading, studying, and gathering with like-minded seekers that Monique continues to evolve as a yoga practitioner and active participant in life.
Monique is the founder of The Garden Continuum and its signature Life-Scape Method outlined in her book STOP Landscaping, START Life-Scaping. As the Lifescape Coach, she guides small business owners toward the path of self-realization and liberation as entrepreneurs. Monique loves to have her hands in the soil, ride her motorcycle, and cook for her friends and family.
Testimonials
“The retreat with Burning Wheel was a wonderful experience! It deepened my yoga practice and my connections with the yogi community. I would recommend it to anyone, and can’t wait to attend the next one!”
“Jordan in his deep commitment and knowledge of a spiritual yoga practice is able to bring friends and strangers together to grow and heal in a safe and supportive environment.”
“When Jordan leads a retreat he offers his whole heart and soul. He created a safe atmosphere where we could both challenge ourselves and ground ourselves. I left feeling refreshed and fulfilled.”
- Hike to thermally heated waterfalls
- Soak in mineral hot springs
- Indulge in spa treatments
- Discover Caribbean cuisine
- Ocean adventures including (kayaking, scuba diving, snorkeling)
*Activities not included in the price of tuition unless otherwise mentioned. Availability is subject to change.
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Getting There
True Nature specializes in curating and offering the best retreat experiences. For your flights, we recommend that you use Google Flights or a trusted travel agency.
You will be booking your flights for the DOM – Douglas-Charles Airport. Before booking tickets, please be sure you have received your official confirmation note that the retreat has met its minimums. There will be one group airport shuttle each way based on our flight window guidelines. Be sure your flights align with the provided flight windows if you wish to use the group shuttle. The drive time to the center is approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Travel Insurance
We cannot emphasize more the importance of travel insurance. As we all know, especially as travelers, “life happens.” Whether it’s family, work, mother nature, or a change of heart, it is important to be prepared in case you need to unexpectedly change your travel plans. Often for less than $150, you can purchase a travel insurance policy and be protected in the event that you need to make a change or need to be covered financially prior to or during your trip.
We have partnered with Trawick International (available for U.S. Residents only). Read more about their policies here. We encourage you to research the insurance company and policy that best meets your needs.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Save $100 on full-price (shared only) ends February 1st!
Garden View Shared Accommodations – $3695 USD (Full Price $3795 USD)
Garden View Single Accommodations – $4495 USD
Partial Ocean View Shared Accommodations – $3895 USD (Full Price $3995 USD)
Partial Ocean View Single Accommodations – $4695 USD
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Cancellation
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- 50% of payments are refundable up to 90 days before a retreat excluding the initial deposit and the $35 registration fee.
- 89 days prior to a retreat, tuition is non-refundable and non-transferable.
- Full tuition is refunded* if the trip is canceled due to low enrollment. The $35 registration fee is not refundable.
- True Nature Travels is not responsible for any loss incurred due to currency conversion rates.
*Refundable amounts do not include applied credits.
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