DR Spring Retreat 2026

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Spring into Strength

A 5-Day Yoga and Pilates Retreat in Cabarete, Dominican Republic
March 21 - 27, 2026

Find your spring vitality and soul strength with Abby and Chrissy for a week-long Pilates and Yoga retreat in the Dominican Republic. The two childhood friends unite their skill sets for their FIFTH annual retreat at Natura Cabana, a beautiful beachside eco-resort in the quiet town of Cabarete, Dominican Republic. Soak up everything the DR has to offer, take in the sun and sand, eat nourishing, fresh food, connect to your body through daily Pilates, Yoga and nature, all while hanging out with new (and perhaps old) friends in this beautiful beachside setting. All levels and abilities welcome!

Retreat yourself with us this spring and awaken your strength within!

Retreat Yourself

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March 2026

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Booking Open

Retreat Yourself — March 2026 — Booking Open

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  • What's Included

    • 6 nights, 5 days at a Beachside Eco Resort in Cabarete, DR

    • 2 Daily Movement Classes

    • 1 Day-Trip to Off-Site Beach

    • 3 Nourishing Meals a Day with an Emphasis on Fresh and Local Foods

    • 1 Night Out in Cabarete with Dinner and Salsa, Bachata, Merengue Dancing

  • Not Included

    • Flights to Puerto Plata (POP) or Santiago (STI) Airport

    • Transportation To and From the Resort (Flights and Car Service Can Be Arranged on Own or Through Our Travel Agent)

    • Additional Excursion (Surfing, Kite Surfing, Paddle Boarding)

    • Spa Appointments

    • Alcohol

    • Gratuities

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About Natura

Our tropical beach and movement adventure takes place at Natura Cabana, an intimate beachfront eco resort located 3 miles from the heart of action-packed Cabarete, Dominican Republic. The lush cabanas are situated right on the shore of a hidden beach, where you can sleep to the calming sound of the waves, swim in the beautiful pool or ocean, and enjoy the amenities of the hotel including the organic restaurant and full spa. Classes will be held in the yoga/Pilates temple and oceanside.

A cozy bedroom with a rustic, tropical design featuring a wooden ceiling, wood-paneled walls, and a white bed with a beige throw and pillow. There are two nightstands with round lamps, a decorative wooden screen on the left, and a nautical-style hanging lamp above the bed. The room has decorative elements like a hanging dreamcatcher and a netted hammock.

About the Retreat

Sample Schedule

  • Late Afternoon Welcome Class
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    Followed by Dinner, Drinks and Sunset

  • Breakfast and Spicy Pilates Class
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    Beach into Lunch
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    Afternoon Sauna, Massage and Meditation
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    Evening Sunset Yoga Class
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    Dinner, Drinks and Beach Walk

The morning classes will be 60 minutes of movement meant to fire up your muscles and leave you feeling energized and challenged. The evening classes will be restorative and focused with meditation and reflection. By the end of the week, you can expect to feel open, inspired and radiant!

Itinerary subject to change.

  • "I cannot say enough positive things about The Bliss Within. The week was perfectly planned and organized, allowing me to fully unplug and relax. Thanks to the structure and organization, I was able to focus on my mental and physical health and on the bonds I was making with my fellow attendees. I came away from The Bliss Within with more self-awareness, better mental and physical tools to navigate the world, a more open heart, and nine new friends"

    Coral

    Spring 2024 Retreat

  • "The retreat in the Dominican Republic was so special. The location is heaven and the schedule was perfectly balanced with relaxation time, Pilates by Abby and yoga by Chrissy, and special excursions throughout the week. Both Abby & Chrissy made everyone feel so included and supported. I was able to relax and fully restore and I can say that helped me immensely once I got back to work and life. The most wonderful time!"

    Nicole
    SPRING RETREAT 2023 + 2024

  • "Chrissy and Abby’s retreat was even more amazing than I had expected it to be. They are both incredible and inspirational teachers. They enveloped us in a way that I felt held and supported, yet had my own personal goals/space and never felt pressure. My hope to attend again year after year!"

    Kelly
    SPRING RETREAT 2023

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ABOUT ABBY

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Abby Suskin is a former tightwire walker turned Pilates instructor with over 20 years of professional movement experience.

A native Vermonter, she has travelled the world with the circus and now calls Brooklyn, NY home. Abby is inspired by nature, connecting with others, and bringing joy to her life and to the lives of her students. After years as head of programming at New York Pilates, she created Pilates With Abs - her athletic mat Pilates method in March of 2020 to raise money for NYC hospitals.

Pilates With Abs is now a robust online community, offering classes live and on demand. Abby specializes in bringing reformer Pilates to the mat while delivering a challenging and uplifting workout.

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ABOUT CHRISSY

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Chrissy Lefevour is an experienced teacher and teacher trainer, and local yogi.

Chrissy Lefavour and Abby grew up together in Vermont and are incredibly excited to collaborate on their second retreat together. Chrissy started teacher training in 2012 as a way to learn and sustain a healthy self-practice. 2 years and 500 hours of YTT later she opened Grateful Yoga in Montpelier, VT. The studio now runs as a virtual community and can be accessed from all around the world. 

They are good friends, and Chrissy has been an integral part of getting Abby’s first retreat off the ground. Chrissy will be leading yoga and meditation classes throughout the week. We can’t wait to share this experience with you!

PRICING

Early Bird Pricing Through Dec. 1, 2025

Triple: $2,650 // $2,450 Early Bird

Double: $2,950 // $2,750 Early Bird

Single: $3,450 // $3,250 Early Bird

Book It

  • GETTING THERE

    The retreat center is a 90 min drive from Santiago Airport or 20 minutes from Puerto Plata. You can take a taxi from the airport to the resort. Flights and taxis can be arranged independently or through our travel agent.

  • CANCELLATION POLICY

    Deposits secure your spot on the trip and are not refundable. Remaining balance is due by February 26th, 2026. Nobody books a retreat with the intention of canceling it, but unexpected events do occur, so please consider purchasing travel insurance. Exceptions cannot be made for any reason, including weather, injury/illness, or personal emergencies.