A Wellness Retreat in Paradise
El Salvador | November 18–22, 2026
Escape to the golden shores of El Salvador for four unforgettable nights of movement, mindfulness, and connection. Nestled where lush jungle meets the Pacific Ocean, Mizata Retreat Center offers the perfect sanctuary to unwind and realign before the holiday season begins.
Each day begins and ends with inspiring classes led by two seasoned instructors, Marni and Asia Gorman. Experience their signature barre and Pilates sessions to awaken your body and grounding yoga practices to bring you back to balance. Between classes, soak up the rhythm of tropical life: sip fresh coconut water by the infinity pool, stroll along the black sand beach or sway in a hammock as ocean waves roll in.
For those craving adventure, optional excursions await—surfing lessons on world-class waves, a breathtaking waterfall hike through the jungle, horseback rides along the beach and rejuvenating spa treatments that melt away tension.
Evenings at Mizata are pure magic. Savor farm-to-table meals under the stars, connect with like-minded travelers, and fall asleep to the soothing sound of the sea.
This retreat is your invitation to slow down, reconnect, and return home refreshed—ready to embrace the season ahead with clarity and joy.
Meet Your Instructors:
Meet Asia:
Asia is a lover of all thing fitness, nutrition, and wellness. During the day she works as a registered dietitian at University of Maryland in the NICU, and during nights and weekends you can find her teaching or taking a Barre, Xformer, or Sculpt class at The Mine. Asia is also a certified personal trainer through ACE and has a master’s degree in nutrition science. She enjoys teaching fitness to help spread the joy of movement and create an environment where anyone of any fitness level can feel at home in a supportive, safe, effective, fun, and challenging way!
Meet Marni:
Marni Gorman holds a degree in Kinesiology from the University of Maryland and is certified in Barre, Pilates, and Yoga. With over 20 years of experience in the fitness and wellness industry, she owned and operated Baltimore’s first stand-alone barre studio for ten years before joining The Mine team. A wife and mother of two daughters, Marni now serves as the Program Director for Barre and Form at The Mine, where she combines her extensive knowledge of movement, alignment, and instruction to create innovative and effective training programs.

What the Retreat Includes:
- 4 nights accommodation in a private or shared room- rustic-chic bungalows where lush jungle meets the Pacific Ocean
- 2 meals per day – locally sourced, El Salvador inspired cuisine to fuel body and mind
- Roundtrip airport transfers from San Salvador Airport (SAL) – stress-free travel to and from our retreat venue
- One group adventure excursion – waterfall hike & stop in El Tunco for local shopping
- Daily yoga & movement classes led by Marni & Asia
- Oceanfront pools, sauna & cold plunge – restore and rejuvenate between adventures
- Jungle fitness center – have fun with outdoor jungle gym workouts
- Free time to explore or simply rest – discover Mizata’s beaches, community, and surrounding beauty at your own pace
What the Retreat Does Not Include:
- Flights
- Travel Insurance
- Additional excursions not listed in the itinerary (We will be happy to help you book additional experiences such as horseback riding on the beach, massages, surf lessons, etc.)
- Alcoholic Beverages
Sample Itinerary
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-Arrive at SAL airport and meet your private transfer to our resort
-Settle into your rooms and explore the property
-Group welcome circle
-Dinner -
-Morning barre overlooking the ocean
-Breakfast
-Optional beach walk
-Free time (option to book a spa treatment, surf lesson, horseback riding, etc.)
-Sunset yoga
-Group Dinner -
-Morning jungle workout
-Ocean Front Yoga
-Brunch
-Group Waterfall excursion & stop in El Tunco for local shopping
-Dinner
-Restorative Yoga -
-Sunrise barre workout
-Brunch
-Optional surf lesson
-Free time
-Afternoon yoga
-Group farewell dinner
-Bonfire & Closing Circle -
-Sunrise yoga & barre fusion class
-Brunch
-Farewells
-Depart for airport