Travel Wellness Specialist
Whether you're planning an intimate celebration in the Mediterranean, a corporate retreat in Costa Rica, or a milestone expedition anywhere in the world, expert wellness instruction with your clients on-site elevates the entire experience. With four decades of teaching experience and specialization across multiple disciplines—Pilates, yoga, mobility stretch, meditation, dance, trauma-informed somatic work, and behavioral change—I partner with luxury travel advisors and travel to/with their clients to create transformational wellness programming that meets people exactly where they are.
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The Basics
Location: I travel worldwide and handle equipment/logistics for the wellness programming and teach on-site
Group Size: Intimate groups of 2-8, friend/family groups of 6-16, corporate and executive teams from 6 or more
Duration: From long weekends to two-week journeys
What's Included: Custom planning and programming, travel-friendly equipment for smaller groups, pre-retreat consultation, post-retreat resources
Cultural Experiences: In select destinations, I can facilitate authentic wellness experiences such as cultural music and dance understanding
The Difference Is in the Depth
The average personal trainer burns out after 12 months, and most yoga instructors by 4 years. Most resort instructors offer yoga and maybe meditation. Some add Pilates. None bring somatic work, behavioral change specialization, plus the comprehensive expertise, cultural sensitivity, and proven track record that come from 40 years in the field.
Four Decades of Professional Expertise Since 1986, I have taught thousands of students—from complete beginners to professional dancers and athletes, from corporate executives to 8-month pregnant clients. My Pilates training started just two instructors away from Joseph Pilates. This isn't a side career or an Instagram opportunity. This is my life's work.
Multi-Discipline Professional
Certified Sports Conditioning Coach
Pilates mat instruction (traditional mat + back-healthy adaptations) ACE Certified
Yoga (YogaRenew 200 hr)
Mobility & stretch (Stretch to Win certified)
Mindfulness meditation (regular group facilitator)
Trauma informed somatic mindfulness and movement specialist
Nervous sytem regulation practices
Behavioral Change Specialist (habit formation science)
Cultural dance (25+ years professional performance background)
Sports & Fitness Nutrition Specialist
Real-World Adaptability I've worked with bodies of every age and ability, and many limitations and orthopedic challenges. Sciatica. Post-surgical recovery. Pregnancy and postpartum. Chronic pain. High-level athletes and dancers. Complete beginners. Everyone gets what they need—challenge without injury, progress without pressure.
Cultural Fluency That Matters With 25+ years as a professional cultural dance artist and having led international retreats across Morocco, Tunisia, Kenya, and Central America, I understand how to honor the needs of my guests and local customs while creating transformational experiences. Your clients aren't just getting exercise—they're getting someone who knows how to communicate and hold space across life experiences and cultures.
The Science + The Heart I combine evidence-based practices with genuine warmth. My students describe me as knowledgeable, encouraging, funny, and deeply present. I educate as I guide—explaining the "why" behind movements, punctuating every class with habit tips, and empowering people to become stewards of their own wellness long after the retreat ends. I bring all of me to help all of them. A traditional holistic approach is about mind, body, and spirit.
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Three Ways to Work Together
Choose Your Level of Customization
Every group has different needs, different energy, different goals. These three customizable tiers ensure you get exactly the right fit—from joyful friend groups to high-performance corporate teams to ultra-personalized small group experiences. For your clients who want to read more about this option, I have a special Travel Wellness page for you to share with them.
TIER 1: WELLNESS IMMERSION
Perfect for friend groups, milestone celebrations, family retreats
Ideal for: 6-18 participants seeking joy, connection, and rejuvenation
What's included:
Two daily group sessions (60-75 minutes each)
Morning: Energizing movement (Pilates, mobility flow, yoga, strength work, or a dynamic mix)
Evening: Restorative practices (stretch, gentle yoga, fascia release, guided meditation)
Custom programming adapted to group fitness levels and emotional needs
Customization to expedition and travel activities
Modifications for all abilities and limitations
Emphasis on accessibility, fun, and bonding
A pre-travel video meeting to determine the groups needs as well as to build anticipation
Digital participant resources and movement guides
Optional add-ons:
Cultural wellness experiences (hammam tours in Morocco/Tunisia, local movement traditions)
Private individual sessions during free time
Extended meditation or breathwork workshops
TIER 2: CORPORATE VITALITY
Designed for executive retreats, team building, leadership development
Ideal for: 6 or more participants focused on performance, resilience, and team cohesion
What's included:
Two daily group exercise sessions (60-75 minutes each)
Morning: Energizing, strength-building movement
Evening: Stress management and recovery practices
Signature "Habits That Stick" Workshop (2 hours)
Science-based habit formation strategies
Practical tools for sustainable behavior change
Stress resilience and performance optimization
Handout-workbook and follow-up resources
Content tailored to life-balance, professional performance and leadership
Optional movement-based team building activities
Pre-retreat consultation to align with corporate goals and set expectations
Optional add-ons:
Individual executive coaching sessions (wellness, resilience + habit strategy)
Extended habit coaching intensive (3 hours)
Stress management workshop (additional session)
TIER 3: BESPOKE WELLNESS
The ultimate in personalization and transformational programming
Ideal for: 2-12 participants seeking highly customized, intensive experiences
What's included:
Two daily sessions fully customized to specific goals and needs
Specialized programming options:
Body and mind fitness jumpstart
Mind-body stress relief and resilience (nervous system regulation)
Trauma-informed somatic mindfulness and movement
Post-injury or post-surgical recovery
Pre/post-pregnancy wellness
Peri-Menopause and menopause support and strength building
High-performance athletic training
Chronic pain management
Post-partum wellness
Habit formation for life-transformation
Any specific wellness objectives
Higher ratio of individual attention within group setting
Flexible session types, timing, and intensity
Pre-retreat video consultation (30-45 minutes)
Post-retreat follow-up resources and guidance
More intimate, transformational approach
Optional group nature walks, extra meditations, dance class, social circle
Optional add-ons:
Daily private sessions with individual participants
Specialized workshops (pelvic floor health, core essentials, fascial release, flexibility, stress relief practices, confidence etc.)
Extended one-on-one coaching
Elevate Your Retreat with Signature Experiences
Beyond daily wellness sessions, these specialty offerings add cultural depth, personalized attention, or intensive transformation to any retreat package.
Private Sessions Individual attention for specific goals, injuries, or advanced instruction
45-minute session: Scheduled during free time
60-minute session: Scheduled during free time
Hammam & Wellness Cultural Day (Morocco/Tunisia/Turkey) Authentic traditional spa experience with cultural education and guided immersion. Anyone can do a tourist hammam. We’re going to have an authentic neighborhood experience.
Includes pre-experience cultural context and education, guided hammam experience, post-experience integration
Cultural Movement Workshop (Available in select destinations) Introduction to regional dance traditions—from Egyptian, Levantine, or Moroccan folk dance to belly dance
90-minute group workshop
Joyful, accessible, culturally respectful exploration of movement traditions
"Habits That Stick" Extended Workshop or series in a week-long Deep-dive into behavioral change science with personalized habit design
A single 3-hour intensive or multiple sessions in a weeklong journey
Includes workbook, implementation tools, post-retreat support
Option to substitute one movement class per day for Habit Workshop series (included in base price)
What a Typical Day Might Look Like
Wellness programming is woven seamlessly into your travel or private retreat itinerary, leaving ample time for activities, excursions, meals, and rest.
Standard Schedule (adaptable to your travel flow)
7:00-8:15am - Pre-Breakfast Morning Movement Session (60-75 minutes) Wake up the body with energizing practices: Pilates, mobility stretch, flowing yoga, or meditation + gentle movement. Adaptable to all levels.
8:30am-4:30pm - Your Retreat Programming meals, excursions, cultural experiences, pool time, spa treatments, adventure activities—whatever your retreat includes.
4:30-5:45pm OR 5:00-6:15pm - Evening Session (60-75 minutes) Wind down with restorative practices: deep stretch, gentle yoga, guided meditation, or gentle restorative movement. Perfect preparation for dinner and evening relaxation.
Optional: Private individual sessions can be scheduled during mid-day free time for those seeking additional personalized attention.
Cultural add ons include folklore dance and regional music experiences
For Corporate Retreats: The 2-3 hour "Habits That Stick" workshop is typically scheduled mid-week, replacing one evening session or offered as an add-on afternoon program.
Note: We design each program individually. The above are suggestions.
Ready to Create Something Extraordinary?
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Schedule a consultation or reach out right now!
Mobile and WhatsApp: +1 410-977-7978 (timezone: GMT -5)
Email address: samira@samirashuruk.com
Let's discuss how we can collaborate to give your clients an unforgettable, bespoke wellness experience. You may prefer to simply tell them about me as a contact in your little black book, or you may share this page with them to help them decide.
Transformation in Their Own Words
F.A.Q.
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Yes! While I have deep cultural expertise in Morocco, Tunisia, and East Africa (which I offer through my Curated Journeys experiences), I provide Bespoke Wellness instruction anywhere in the world. I partner with your travel advisor to seamlessly integrate wellness programming into any retreat you're planning.
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No—that's travel advisor expertise! I focus on what I do best (wellness instruction and program design) while you or your travel advisor handles destination logistics, accommodations, excursions, and cultural programming. We collaborate to ensure everything flows beautifully.
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This is my specialty. I've spent 40 years teaching bodies of every ability—from complete beginners to professional dancers. Every session includes modifications and options so everyone feels challenged but never overwhelmed or left behind.
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Absolutely. Pre/post pregnancy, injury recovery, chronic pain, high performance training, stress management, menopause support, confidence—I adapt programming to meet your group's specific needs. The Bespoke Wellness tier (Tier 3) offers the highest level of customization.
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I work with injuries and limitations every single day in my regular classes. I'll modify movements, offer alternatives, and ensure everyone participates safely and effectively. Safety is always the priority and I happily coordinate with medical professionals who are also caring for my guests.
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I teach in English, but I have cultural fluency and sensitivity working with international groups. I've worked extensively across Middle Eastern, North African, South Asian, and East African cultures and understand how to create inclusive, respectful spaces.
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I carry professional liability insurance and have backup plans in place. In the unlikely event of illness or emergency, I maintain a network of trusted wellness professionals who can step in, or we'll work with you on rescheduling or refunds according to the terms in our agreement.
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Yes! Seven days is standard, but I can create programming for weekend intensives (3-4 days) or extended experiences (10-14 days). Pricing scales accordingly.
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For corporate retreats specifically, I can offer pre-retreat virtual sessions or post-retreat follow-up programming to extend the impact. However, my primary offering is in-person instruction—that's where transformation really happens.
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Yes, I do! See my Join a Retreat page. My own registration system is set up to take travel advisor referrals seamlessly, and you get 15% commission.
I also have an incentive program when a client you send me registers for one of my next retreats while attending the one you told them about, they get a discount AND you get that second 15% commission as well. It’s a win-win all around.
My Philosophy
We Don't Need Fixing. We Need Tools and Skillsets.
After 40 years in this field, here's what I know for certain: We are all more capable than we think.
We're capable of healing. Of growth. Of joy. Of transformation; even when experts tell us otherwise, even when we've tried before and struggled, even when life feels overwhelming.
Transformation doesn't require perfection. It requires showing up.
My own journey includes facing career-ending injury and discovering how to heal through adapted movement. Surviving single motherhood while trying to teach myself that self-care isn't selfish. Navigating health challenges that forced me to become my own advocate and detective.
But I've also learned it by watching and helping thousands of people over four decades discover their own strength. The complete beginner who thought they were "too old" or "too out of shape." The high-performer who finally learned that rest is productive, now movement patterns are proactive. Several students who had been scheduled for surgery who were able to cancel those appointments because I adapted programming for their needs. The person in chronic pain who found freedom through movement they never thought possible.
We already have everything we need. We just need the right tools, support, and someone who truly listens deeply who has those tools to share.
Whether your clients are gathering friends to celebrate life's beautiful milestones—a 50th birthday, a pre-wedding adventure, a long-overdue reunion—they deserve more than just a vacation. They deserve deep restoration and genuine connection. Connection to their body through gentle, nurturing movement. Connection to each other through shared experiences that create lasting bonds. When they return home, they'll carry more than memories of stunning sunsets and delicious meals—they'll feel genuinely rested, renewed, and more connected to the friends who matter most. Celebration and meaningful connection aren't opposites—they're perfect partners.
Whether your client is investing in their team's resilience and performance, they understand that wellness isn't a perk—it's strategic. The companies creating genuine wellbeing experiences for their people aren't just planning better retreats; they're building more focused, resilient, creative teams and company culture. When their creatives and executives learn the science of sustainable habits alongside stress management practices, thei're not just checking a box. They're creating lasting culture and competitive advantage.
Whether your client is seeking something deeply personal, an experience designed entirely around their specific needs, goals, or healing journey, they deserve expertise that meets them exactly where they are—not where social media says they should be. Whether they're navigating injury recovery, nervous sytem regulation, major life transitions, or simply claiming space for their own transformation, highly personalized attention makes all the difference.
That's what I bring to every trip, every session, every interaction: the understanding that growth happens when we feel safe, supported, and genuinely seen.
Let's create the space where transformation—joyful, strategic, or deeply personal—can unfold naturally.
I would love to hear from you
Let's explore how world-class wellness instruction can make your clients’ travel even more unforgettable.
Email: samira@samirashuruk.com Phone: +1 410-977-7978