9 Great Dance Retreats to Check Out in 2024
Just dance…..
Do you love to dance? Maybe you’re looking to learn. Or maybe you are an accomplished dancer — looking to take your passion on the road? Regardless of your level, there is a dance retreat and holiday for you. Head to Mexico for a little dancing on the beach. Journey to Turkey to dance in local festivities and events. Or try your hand at salsa down in Colombia. These trips over solo travelers, couples and groups alike a great opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture, kick back and enjoy the sites and lift your soul with a variety of dance workshops tailored to your level.
Here are 9 great dance holidays you will definitely want to check out in 2024.
Jungle Dance and Ocean Surf Retreat in Siargao, Philippines
Head to Siagaro for this Jungle Dance and Surf Retreat.
The entire landmass of the Philippines is made up of paradise islands. Siargao Island is made up of pristine beaches and beautiful palm tree forests. The people are incredibly hospitable, and it is the perfect place to relax, let go and have fun. Enjoy daily Jungle Dancing on the beach — and freely express yourself without any inhibitions on this 12-day getaway. In your free time, explore the nearby beaches, learn to surf and spend time getting to know everyone around you.
Dates: May 6–17. 2024
Sole Dance & Yoga Retreat in Milos, Greece
Would you secretly love to be in the movie Mamma Mia? Then why not head to Greece for this Sole Dance & Yoga Retreat? Relax, move dance, stretch, practice yoga, and explore beautiful Milos, Greece.
Rest and rejuvenate with Restorative Yoga. Spend some downtime sitting quietly watching the waves and just breathing and take part in guided meditation.
Focusing on “sole” yoga and dancing — which literally means practicing both barefoot — this retreat will allow you to release your inhibitions, unleash your playful side, and quiet your mind.
Dates: May 22 to May 28, 2024
Unique Artistic Dance and Cultural Experience in Istanbul, Turkey
This Dance and Cultural Retreat in Turkey is the perfect opportunity to learn and revel in authentic Turkish dancing.
Head to Turkey and learn and dance in traditional local festivities. Attend an authentic whirling dervish Sufi ceremony. Discover the authentic essence of Istanbul by exploring the vibrant non-touristy neighborhoods. Party with local musicians and dancers. AND, savor the best that Turkish cuisine has to offer.
Dates: May 1 to May 7, 2024
Salsa Immersion in Medellin, Colombia
Whether you’re a first-time dancer or more experienced and looking to up your skills, or learn a new style, we’ve got the best instructors to meet your needs. Join this weeklong Salsa Immersion Retreat in Colombia and get your groove on.
A salsa immersion is a mix of intensive salsa dance education and cultural immersion with our community of local dancers. The idea is that through this experience, you will experience for yourself what Latin flavor is — through dance, community, and exploring the best of what Medellin and the surrounding areas has to offer.
Dates: Multiple departures throughout 2024
Dance of Dharma Retreat in Serpa, Portugal
Head to Serpa, Portugal for this Dance of the Dharma retreat. Enjoy daily dance, Pilates, yoga & hiking, meditation and breath work.
Relax, rejuvinate and reconnect with your feminine side on this all-female dance getaway. Immerse yourself in the local culture and revel in the beauty of the area on this one-of-a-kind getaway.
Dates: March 27 to April 1, 2024
Greek Dance Holiday in Kythira, Greece
Have you ever wished you could dance at Greek village festivals? Or wanted to spontaneously dance with Greeks in a restaurant or on a square?
If so, then this 13-Day Greek Dance Holiday in Kythira is for you. A professional teacher will teach you the steps of several traditional Greek dances. The Tsirigotikos and Mesaritikos, two famous Kythirian dances, are of course part of the program.
Rena will be your teacher. Born in Greece, she lives in Germany nowadays. For many years she has taught Greek dancing at dance schools and seminars, both in Greece, Germany, and elsewhere in Europe. This dance holiday is for both beginners and more advanced Greek dance lovers.
Dates: May 3 to May 15, 2024
Well-Being and Dance Retreat in Ibiza
Back due to popular demand, this Well-Being and Dance Retreat typically sells out quickly.
From Salsa to Argentine Tango, you’ll learn a variety of dances. During your stay, you will be guided by internationally recognized professional dance teachers with curated programs for all levels.
Beginners and intermediate-level dancers will learn spatial awareness, mindfulness, nonverbal communication with your dance partner, the art of reciprocity in movement and an understanding of your physicality.
You’ll also dine on amazing meals crafted by a master chef and stay in the Casa la Vista — a luxury property in the North of Ibiza — one of the magical Balearic islands. This Villa has been featured in Harpers Bazaar, Condé Nast Traveller and Tatler as one of the most sought-after villas on the island.
Dates: April 24 to April 28, 2024 & Oct 2 to Oct 6, 2024
Transform and Transcend: A Yoga, Dance and Meditation Retreat in Brazil
This Yoga, Dance and Meditation Retreat in Brazil has a little bit of everything. Take part in breathwork workshops, kundalini & hatha yoga, workout & chakra dance, daily meditation, mantra healing circles, Brazilian dance, a mud ceremony with Brazilian shaman, water rituals, visits to the tropical rain forest, environmental education, SUP and surfing. Enjoy vegan and organic food straight from the land and immerse yourself in this experience.
Piracanga is the largest Ecovillage in Brazil. It is a Holistic Center that welcomes visitors from all over the world. Hidden in the beauty of nature, this retreat offers an opportunity to reconnect with yourself and the environment around you.
Dates: July 6 to July 13, 2024
New Year’s Dance & Yoga Retreat in Chacala, Mexico
Dance into the New Year on this Yoga Retreat in Chacala, Mexico!
Each day you’ll enjoy Vinyasa Yoga in the mornings followed by Yin Yoga in the evenings. And you’ll have plenty of downtime to relax on the beach, swim in the ocean, relax, get a massage, visit the petroglyphs spiritual site of Altavista, cruise on a Catamaran, connect with the local community, learn to Salsa Dance, and surf.
The retreat is designed to take you through a journey of transformation by starting with recognizing what is weighing you down and practicing yoga to help you let go. Use this retreat as the ideal opportunity to set your intentions for the coming year.
Dates: Dec 30 to Jan 6, 2024
In the End
Dance. There is nothing quite like it. So, whether you are looking to travel with friends or take a solo trip to recharge — think about adding a little bit of dance to your next trip. You don’t have to be Sergei Polunin to give it a go. Because everyone has a little bit of dance in them.
If you’re still not sure where to start, or if you need help planning your trip or if you are looking for alternate dates and locations, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. We’d be happy to help you find the perfect trip for your needs…And if you want to see more great trip suggestions, visit us today at Activ Retreats.
