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The Joy Retreat: Barbados 2027

✹ 10 SPACES ✹

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WHAT TO EXPECT

Menopause Whilst Black invites you to join us for a week of connection amongst like minds, for a healing and affirmative experience of feeling seen, heard and held.

❋ INTENTIONAL STRUCTURE

If you are you a Black woman experiencing symptoms of perimenopause or menopause and wish to explore a more easeful experience, crave the company of people who truly understand you, or just need a break away from your usual routine to fully rest, then The Joy Retreat is for you.

❋ COLLABORATIVE ENERGY

For Black women who feel that they have lost a part of themselves, need reminding of their divinity and need to reconnect with self.

❋ EXPERT FACILITATION

Through a combination of gentle movement, journalling, nutrition guidance, meditation, nature walks, rest, connection and the healing space of women in communion, you’ll emerge changed. Open to the beauty and possibility of the future. Unfazed by the great transition that Menopause presents - and on the contrary - grounded in an embodied knowing of the great promise tomorrow holds for you and your life.

❋ A SUPPORTIVE SPACE

With only 10 spaces available, this is a joy full, nurturing space to reconnect with themselves. The Joy Retreat will allow you to relax into softness and play with gentleness, laugh loudly with no limits and relearn to treasure your precious body, mind and soul as you transition into the gift of this next stage of life.

OUR PRINCIPLES

❋ REST

At The Joy Retreat, we place a strong emphasis on the importance of rest. All activities or workshops offered during your stay are completely optional, allowing you the freedom to engage at your own pace. Furthermore, there is no strict schedule in place unless, of course, you prefer to have one to guide your experience.

❋ REFLECTION

The Joy Retreat Barbados will allow you to relax into softness and play with gentleness, laugh loudly with no limits and relearn to treasure your precious body, mind and soul as you transition into the gift of this next stage of life.

❋ RESTORE

Restore focuses on replenishing your energy and well-being. This isn't just about physical rest, but also about engaging in activities that nourish your mind and spirit. Whether it's through mindful movement, creative expression, spending time in nature, or connecting with others, the aim is to leave feeling renewed, invigorated, and ready to re-engage with your life with a fresh perspective.

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What Can I Expect

✚ 7 nights of luxury accommodation on the Barbados East Coast
(Solo Double room or shared cottage occupancy)
✚ Airport Transfers (conditions apply)
✚ 3 x Freshly Prepared Meals a Day - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
✚ Housekeeping
✚ Wi-Fi
✚ Activities*
✚ Yoga
✚ Workshops
✚ Swimming Pool
✚ Taxi Service for activities
(all workshops & activities are optional)
✚ Daily Morning Yoga
✚ Sensuality Workshop
✚ Restorative Meditation & Sharing Circles
✚ Introduction to Craniosacral Therapy
✚ Fix your Crown Workshop
✚ Sunrise Beach Trip
✚ Andromeda Botanic Gardens
✚ Bridgetown Historical Trail
✚ Evening Trip to Oistins Fish Fry
✚ Flights
✚ Additional Taxi services
✚ Alcoholic Drinks
✚ Massage therapies

CONTACT US

“I had not anticipated that although we were all black queens of a certain age, that our diverse backgrounds and experiences would bond us so closely in shared pain, and yet provided a catalyst for such joy and laughter.”

CORDILLIA
“Being in a place where we are the majority and the ease with which we moved, within ourselves, and around the hotel and island and how natural it was, was everything. It took me a day or 2 to recognise why I was feeling lighter, then it hit me ... I wasn’t ‘on’ 24/7 - no code switching, masking, policing what I say and how I say it, how I look, how I wear my hair and clothes, how loud I laugh...”

KAREN
“The hotel was the perfect location for the Joy Retreat. Situated in one of the most beautiful parts of the island with its dramatic coastline and spectacular views, it felt magical and spiritual"

ANDREA
"Thank you so much. It was an experience that I didn't realise how much I needed until I was there. It was well organised with care and thoughtfulness, I left feeling rejuvenated, looked after and like I had reconnected with old parts of myself. The genuine emphasis on self care was invaluable, with the permission to do what you needed at any point being so refreshing. Karen you were a fantastic host and listener and made time for everyone who was there. You created something special that I'll always remember"

LORNA
"The Joy Retreat reminded me that I am worthy of being cared for. Thank more specifically, that taking time to be in deep community with other black women is medicine"

ALISHA

✹ SOLO ROOM: Coastal View Room

Lovely, spacious room with a four poster, King size bed with luxury linens. All coastal view rooms have a sitting area with sofa bed that is great for young children. These suites enjoy coastal vistas however, they do not have direct ocean views. A large walk in shower within a large bathroom, granite countertops and dressing area. Also included are a flat screen TV, air-conditioning, iPod docking station and complimentary, wireless internet.

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✹ SHARED COTTAGE

Please note if this option is booked you will be sharing the cottage with a fellow Joy Seeker but you will both have your own private room.

The two bedroom cottages offer stunning, ocean views from the patios as well as most windows. Of the two bedrooms, the Master Bedroom has a queen size bed while the second bedroom has 2 single beds which can be combined to make a king size bed. The cottages are equipped with a full kitchen, dining and living area. Situated alongside the swimming pool and mere steps from the ocean.

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✹ SOLO ROOM: Ocean View Room

With direct views of the ocean from a king size, four poster bed, this room is simply heavenly! A large walk in shower within a large bathroom, granite countertops and dressing area. Also included are a flat screen TV, air-conditioning, iPod docking station and complimentary, wireless internet.

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The Joy Retreat Barbados is held on the Caribbean island of Barbados.

Barbados is the perfect contrast to life’s busy pace, allowing you to reflect on you and what really matters.

A jewel in the southeastern Caribbean Sea, nestled between the Atlantic Ocean in the east and the Caribbean Sea to the west. It is known for having some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. An island where life moves at a slower pace.