information for instructors




We know that international group travel requires loads of planning to run smoothly, and that organizing and leading a retreat can leave instructors in need of another vacation. That is why we handle all the details (from marketing to booking to escorting). You can focus on yoga, we do the rest.

Among the many benefits of planning a retreat with Belize Yoga, we will:

Manage all bookings and questions directly through our website

Coordinate all flights and transfers

Escort your retreat throughout the duration

Facilitate daily retreat details and itinerary

Provide your studio with customized marketing materials

Profile your retreat on our website

Create a customized itinerary for your retreat

Provide students with packing tips, itinerary, Belize information, etc.

 

how to reserve a week

 

Step 1: Submit the form below to inquire about availability for your group and to receive instructor compensation and retreat hosting details.

Step 2: After reviewing details and confirming that your week is available, let Belize Yoga know you are ready to come to Belize! Belize Yoga will then create a Retreat Reservation Agreement for you.

Step 3: Submit the Retreat Reservation Agreement and deposit to reserve your week.

Step 4: Belize Yoga creates customized marketing materials for you and profiles your retreat on our website. Start telling your students about your amazing upcoming retreat!

 

availability


We are currently booked for Winter/Spring 2012 and are reserving for Fall 2012 and Winter/Spring 2013. We recommend November-May for the best weather.

November 10-17,2012
November 17-24, 2012
November 24-December 1, 2012
December 1-8, 2012
December 8-15, 2012
January 5-12, 2013
January 19-26, 2013
April 13-20, 2013

November 10-17,2012
November 17-24, 2012
November 24-December 1, 2012
December 1-8, 2012
December 8-15, 2012
Jan 5-12, 2013
Jan 12-19, 2013 
Jan 19-26, 2013
Jan 26-Feb 2, 2013
February 2-9, 2013
February 9-16, 2013
February 16-23, 2013
February 23-March 2, 2013
March 9-16, 2013
March 16-23, 2013
April 6-13, 2013
April 13-20, 2013
April 20-28, 2013

*open weeks are updated monthly, and some weeks may only be available for smaller groups. please have a back-up date selected.


retreat inquiry: compensation & details

 

Please submit this form to receive Belize Yoga's instructor compensation rates, retreat hosting details,
and availability for your group.

First name:
Last name:
Email:
City :
State :
Studio(s) where you teach:
Website:
Are you a studio owner?
How many students do you have?
How long have you been teaching?
Preferred retreat:
Preferred dates:
Estimated size:
Questions or comments?

 

 

terms

 

Retreat Selection Process: 
(Recommended to be more than 270 days from the start of desired retreat date)
Studio/Instructor(s) work with Belize Yoga to determine their retreat package, estimated size, and dates.  A contract (Retreat Reservation Agreement) is drawn up by Belize Yoga that includes compensation structure, benchmark details, and cancellation fees.  Retreat is not guaranteed until studio/instructor(s) returns signed contract and deposit.

180 Day Enrollment Benchmark

Student enrollment should be approximately 50% of the estimated retreat size at this time.  If less than 50% of the estimated retreat size has been met, Belize Yoga and Studio/Instructor(s) will work together to reduce the estimated retreat size.

90 Day Enrollment Benchmark
Student enrollment should be approximately 100% of the estimated retreat size at this time.  Any open rooms are released, and additional registrations are on a space-permitted basis.

45 Day Enrollment Benchmark
Student enrollment will be closed and final student count is determined at this time.  Any registration by students after this point is not guaranteed.

Instructor Cancellation Fees
Cancellation of retreat by instructor more than 180 days prior to retreat = return of deposit less $250 cancellation fee
Cancellation of retreat by instructor less than 180 days prior to retreat = loss of deposit
Any registered students will be offered a refund of their deposit if the retreat is cancelled by the instructor more than 90 days prior to retreat.

Student Cancellations
Studio/Instructor(s) do not receive any credit towards minimums or compensation for any students that register and then cancel at any time prior to retreat start date.

Resort/Tour Modifications
If at anytime between contract signing and retreat start date, Belize Yoga determines that a partner resort /tour company is not meeting service and/or facility requirements (under construction, fire or weather damage, change of ownership, etc...) Belize Yoga reserves the right to substitute an alternate partner resort/tour company of equal or greater quality.

Changes to itinerary
All group events, activities, and transfers are paid for at time of booking. Therefore, Belize Yoga is unable to offer refunds for any unused portion of the retreat. If weather or any other event causes an excursion to be cancelled, Belize Yoga will make every effort to reschedule that event or find an alternative, but cannot offer refunds for any itinerary changes or cancellations.

In the event that your arrival to or departure from the retreat is delayed for any reason (including, but not limited to: weather, mechanical difficulties, airline delays, political unrest, etc.), Belize Yoga cannot offer any refunds or compensation for any losses incurred. It is the responsibility of the traveler to obtain travel insurance if they so desire. Belize Yoga will make every attempt adjust the retreat and provide assistance in such instances.

Flights
All flight tickets are purchased in the name of the traveler and are the property of that traveler. The traveler is responsible for any changes they make to their ticket, including rescheduling in case of missed flight. If a traveler cannot attend the retreat, they own their plane ticket and, if applicable, can arrange with the airline to transfer or reschedule their ticket. Depending upon airline policies, Belize Yoga may be able to change the name on a ticket, and will assist in doing so if a traveler must cancel and wishes to transfer their ticket to a different participant.

Checked baggage allotments vary by airline. It is the responsibility of the traveler to pay for any checked baggage fees not included in their airline ticket. Belize Yoga will purchase the base flight (including taxes and fees), but any additions not included on ticket (such as in-flight meals, beverages and checked baggage) are payable by the traveler. A Belize exit fee of $39.50 is not included in flight cost and must be paid by the traveler at the airport upon departing Belize.

Any student or instructor wishing to travel on dates outside of the retreat dates can do so for a $95-195 fee, depending on airport and travel dates. After flights are issued, any member of the group that arrives late or leaves the group early is subject to pay for all transportation arrangements. Belize Yoga can help arrange for this transportation.

Documentation
A valid passport is required to enter Belize. American and Canadian citizens do not need a visa to enter to Belize, but Canadians transferring in the U.S. en route may need an American visa. It is the responsibility of each traveler to ensure that they have all proper documentation for the duration of the retreat.

Additional services and charges
Travelers are responsible for all additional charges incurred at resorts that are not specified in packages. These items can include, but are not limited to, any additional food or beverages, additional tours or spa treatments, laundry service, communication services, etc. It is the responsibility of the traveler to understand what items are included in the retreat, and what items are additional. Any such charges must be paid before departure of the the resort.

Changes to policies
Belize Yoga reserves the right to review and adjust terms and policies. A retreat will refer to the terms posted at time of departure.

 

 
Belize Yoga
Belize, Central America