Mastering Mind, Body & Spirit
A Wellness Retreat by Sharon Feanny
MAY 9 - 12, 2024
Experience vitality through movement, meditation, and a conscious mindset that will nourish your well-being. Customize your retreat with a 360-degree approach that includes options of yoga, golf, tennis, or pickleball enhanced by food and nutrition, and spiritually healing practices. Our guest instructors will work with you to achieve successful outcomes.
Private consultations will also be available with our visiting experts, where noted.
$690.00 per person
Package price is per person and is exclusive of accommodation. Taxes and service charge are included. See schedule below for events that are included in this event package.
Stays at Half Moon are not required to book this event; however, accommodation may be booked separately on our hotel website or with our Reservations agents.
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THURSDAY
- Welcome Circle Gather for a gentle yoga stretch and meditation led by Sharon. The Yoga Pavilion at 4 pm.
- Dinner on the Terrace Savor the offerings of a specially-curated menu by Sharon, inspired by Ital Café at the Fern Tree Spa. Seagrape Terrace at 6 pm.
- Grounding with the Moon Features a full moon drumming circle enhanced by a beach bonfire. Hammock Bar at Sunrise Beach at 7:30 pm.
FRIDAY
- Sunrise: Guided Breath Work Smile with the rising sun and head out for a morning walk along the beach at Half Moon, followed by a soothing dip in the Caribbean Sea. Meet at the Fern Tree Spa at 6 am.
- Game Ready with Dr. Summer Lopez Mobility, Strength, and Coordination for Peak Performance and Injury Prevention Elevate your game and safeguard against injuries with Summer’s hour-long class designed for athletes of all levels, whether you're into golf, tennis, or pickle ball. This class is a comprehensive exploration of the essential movements crucial for maintaining peak performance and reducing the risk of injuries. Discover the must-do exercises for enhancing mobility, building strength, and refining coordination, all backed by evidence-based practices proven to deliver results. Through a blend of dynamic exercises and targeted drills, participants will learn how to optimize their physical abilities while minimizing the likelihood of injury. The Yoga Pavilion at 8:30 am.
A CHOICE OF YOGA, GOLF, TENNIS OR PICKLEBALL:
- Yoga: Mind, Body, Connect With smooth and deliberate transitions, that promote strength, flexibility and balance, connect your mind with your body. This class offers a nurturing space to explore and cultivate mindfulness. Embrace the power of deliberate packing as you connect with the rhythm of your breath, fostering inner calm and harmony. The focus will be on the journey, rather than the destination. Suitable for all levels. The Yoga Pavilion at 10 am.
- Golf: Up Your Game With David Leadbetter. The Golf Course at 10 am.
- Tennis: A Mastery Clinic With the Russell brothers of Russell Tennis Academy. The instructor will place emphasis on serving, smashing, and volleying for our intermediate guests while the beginners will learn the A to Zs of tennis. The Fitness Centre at 10 am.
- Pickleball: Level Up With Troy Gichie, Half Moon's tennis and pickleball pro. Learn the ABCs of the sport through intense learning sessions coupled with fun interactive drills. The Fitness Centre at 10 am.
- Ital Lunch This vegan menu prepared on the principle of ital is cooked by the sun and promises to not only nourish, but engage your senses as you dine at the award-winning Fern Tree Spa. Ital Café at 12 noon.
- An Invitation to Explore Indulge in rejuvenating therapies at Fern Tree, A Salamander Spa. Take the time to enjoy the amenities of Half Moon.
- Restore Yourself This soothing journey prioritizes relaxation and rejuvenation. This gentle practice incorporates supported postures, promotes deep relaxation and stress release. The focus is stillness, mindful breathing and surrender. Suitable for all levels. The Yoga Pavilion at 4:30 pm.
SATURDAY
- Sunrise: Guided Breath Work Smile with the rising sun and head out for a morning walk along the beach at Half Moon, followed by a soothing dip in the Caribbean Sea. Meet at the Fern Tree Spa at 6 am.
- Game Ready with Dr. Summer Lopez Mobility, Strength, and Coordination for Peak Performance and Injury Prevention Elevate your game and safeguard against injuries with Summer’s hour-long class designed for athletes of all levels, whether you're into golf, tennis, or pickle ball. This class is a comprehensive exploration of the essential movements crucial for maintaining peak performance and reducing the risk of injuries. Discover the must-do exercises for enhancing mobility, building strength, and refining coordination, all backed by evidence-based practices proven to deliver results. Through a blend of dynamic exercises and targeted drills, participants will learn how to optimize their physical abilities while minimizing the likelihood of injury. The Yoga Pavilion at 8:30 am.
A CHOICE OF YOGA, GOLF, TENNIS OR PICKLEBALL:
- Open Your Heart: Yoga & Meditation Bring your heart to this one, and connect to mind and soul for a transformative awakening and energy expansion. Open your chest, release tension and embrace emotional well-being. Leave refreshed, centred and attuned to the radiant energy of your own heart. Suitable for all levels. The Yoga Pavilion at 10 am.
- Golf: Up Your Game With David Leadbetter. The Golf Course at 10 am.
- Tennis: A Mastery Clinic With the Russell brothers of Russell Tennis Academy. The instructor will place emphasis on serving, smashing, and volleying for our intermediate guests while the beginners will learn the A to Zs of tennis. The Fitness Centre at 10 am.
- Pickleball: Level Up With Troy Gichie, Half Moon's tennis and pickleball pro. Learn the ABCs of the sport through intense learning sessions coupled with fun interactive drills. The Fitness Centre at 10 am.
- The Philosophy of Living Fit, Living Life & Living Love Join Sharon for a special plant-based lunch featuring high vitality recipes from Sharon Feanny's Live Fit Kitchen™ cookbook. Stay for a talk on her renowned philosophy for Living Fit, Living Life and Living Love. Hayward's at 1 pm.
- An Invitation to Explore Indulge in rejuvenating therapies at Fern Tree, A Salamander Spa. Take the time to enjoy the amenities of Half Moon.
- Stellar Soundwaves Is a beautiful sound bath and yoga nidra with Pooja and Sharon. The Yoga Pavilion at 4:30 pm.
- Dinner at North Pointe Gather for an evening at Jamaica's most northern point. North Pointe at 6:30 pm.
SUNDAY
- Sunrise: Guided Breath Work Smile with the rising sun and head out for a morning walk along the beach at Half Moon, followed by a coffee scrub and soothing dip in the Caribbean Sea. Meet at the Fern Tree Spa at 6 am.
- Sacred Sunday Yoga Celebrate the day for mothers with a special yoga class dedicated to honouring the Divine Mother within. This nurturing session combines gentle postures, heart-opening breathwork and guided meditation, fostering self-love, compassion and connection to universal feminine energy. The Yoga Pavilion at 10 am.
- Farewell Circle Gather at the end of Sacred Sunday Yoga.
We thank the Friends of Half Moon involved in this event.
Sharon Feanny
YOGA & MEDITATION INSTRUCTOR & COACH
Master Yoga and Meditation Instructor, Health Coach, author of The Live Fit Kitchen™ Cookbook, Sharon Feanny, has spent the past three decades dedicated to spreading the gifts of Living Fit, Living Life and Living Love across her homeland of Jamaica and beyond.
A sought-after wellness expert, Sharon hosts retreats, cooking workshops, detox programs and yoga classes to an international and diverse client base.
Her most recent offerings include Shakti Activation™- an online Yoga + Detox + Self-Care program as well as Shakti at Home™, a virtual Yoga + Fitness + Spiritual Community for Women that continues to transform the lives of hundreds of women across the globe.
Dr. Amy Summer Lopez, PT, DPT, NCPT
PHYSIOTHERAPIST & PILATES INSTRUCTOR
Dr. Lopez is a pioneer in blending the science of Physiotherapy with the art of movement and Pilates in Jamaica. She is constantly using innovative ways to shift the paradigm of people’s movement potential. She not only believes in treating injuries, but in treating the whole person. With her Polestar Pilates Rehabilitation certification, she uses Pilates-based methods, Gyrotonic and a specialty in treatment of the pelvic and shoulder girdle and manual therapy of the spine are integral in her Physiotherapy practice.
PRIVATE CONSULTATIONS AVAILABLE.
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David Leadbetter
WORLD RENOWNED GOLF PROFESSIONAL
Originally from Worthing in Sussex, England, David began his career in golf on European and South African tours. He soon realized his interest was in the technique, mechanics, and intricacies of the game, which eventually led him to spend more time teaching than playing.
Soon after retirement from playing, he began to incorporate his methods and philosophies into a stringent, holistic training program for qualified instructors that remains unmatched even today. Since launching the first Leadbetter Golf Academy more than 30 years ago, David has coached players to more than a dozen Major Championship titles and over 100 individual worldwide tournament victories.
Four of those players have even held first place in the Official World Golf Ranking. With a desire to bring the same world-class instruction to players of all ages and abilities, and in addition to the numerous articles written for publications like Golf Digest and Golf International over the past three decades, David has authored seven books on the topic.
PRIVATE CONSULTATIONS AVAILABLE.
Ryan and Rayne Russell
TENNIS COACHES & DIRECTORS of
RUSSELL TENNIS ACADEMY
The Russell family's tennis legacy is woven into the very fabric of Half Moon's history. Richard Russell, Half Moon's inaugural tennis professional and a Jamaican sporting icon, instilled his passion for the sport in his sons, Ryan and Rayne.
A distinguished player, Richard made waves on the international stage by competing and triumphing at all Grand Slam championships from 1964 to 1972. With over 12 victories in the Davis Cup, including notable wins against tennis luminaries like Arthur Ashe and Charles Passarel, Richard's prowess on the court was undeniable.
As a founding member of the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP), Richard's influence extended far beyond his playing days. He honed his expertise while working with tennis legends such as Harry Hopman, Don Budge, and Pacho Segura. From 1972 to 1995, Richard served as the director of tennis at Half Moon, contributing greatly to the resort’s tennis program over the years.
Today, Richard continues to champion tennis within Jamaica's vibrant sporting community. Together with two of his sons, Ryan and Rayne, he co-directs the Russell Tennis Academy. Ryan, once ranked as the highest-rated ITF Junior in the world at just 15 years old, boasts an impressive record of over 20 singles victories in the Davis Cup. Meanwhile, Rayne, a former top-ranked Jamaican and Caribbean ITF junior player, has also represented Jamaica in the Davis Cup and competed in the Australian Open Junior Championships.
Tanya Vassell
Director, fern tree, a salamander spa
Having learned the beneficial effects of pressure point massage from her grandfather, Tanya started sharing this learned gift, relieving co-workers and passengers on Air Jamaica of headaches and sinus pressures, where she was a flight attendant for 7 years. She further enhanced her sense of touch through Swedish and Japanese therapeutic massage and aesthetic studies pursued in Florida.
One of her most interesting assignments was getting involved with the development of the Milk River Bath in Clarendon, Jamaica, a natural spa with healing waters rich in nutrients. Analysis of the mineral spring there has established that it is more radioactive than leading European spas, (fifty-four times as active as Baden in Switzerland and three times as active as Karlsbad, Austria). The waters are reputed to cure numerous ailments including rheumatism, gout, neuralgia, sciatica, lumbago, nerve conditions and liver disorders. Milk River was willed to the people of Jamaica and remains a National Heritage Site.
Tanya leads a team of wellness professionals, second to none, who through their personal development form the basis of the wellness movement at Half Moon. Tanya’s success in developing individuals within the Spa Industry in the Caribbean as well as her role in creating national standards for Spa operations has been widely recognized and touted.
Kevyn Cunningham
DIRECTOR OF GOLF, HALF MOON
Born in Bedford, England, Kevyn Cunningham has over 30 years of experience in the golf industry. Kevyn played successfully as an amateur before turning Professional and studying under the legendary Eddie Bullock, a former Captain of the Professional Golfers’ Association (PGA).
At an early stage in his career Kevyn took up the position of Head Professional at Velden Golf Club in Austria before moving to eastern Austria in 1991 as Head Professional at Bad Tatzmandorf Golf Club. It was at this time that Kevyn started his career with The David Leadbetter Golf Academies, quickly rising through the ranks to become Director of Instruction at several Academies. His time with the Leadbetter Organisation took him to Berlin, New York, Korea, Colorado, Mexico, Austria, Orlando, amongst other places.
Based in Jamaica since 1997, Kevyn headed The Leadbetter Academy at Half Moon in the late nineties before returning to the resort in August 2019 to assume the role of Director of Golf. His knowledge of the resort and understanding of Caribbean golf made this a perfect fit for both Half Moon and Kevyn as he focuses on expanding the teaching program for visitors and locals alike.
Troy Gichie
TENNIS & PICKLEBALL PROFESSIONAL
Troy Gichie is a highly accomplished Tennis Pro with a remarkable career as both a player and instructor/coach. As a former Jamaica #1 and world-ranked player, he has excelled in both singles and doubles. Troy's achievements include being a four-time MVP in Men's Varsity Tennis at Livingstone College in North Carolina, USA, and winning multiple titles in Jamaica, such as the Men's 45 Singles Championship.
With 35 years of coaching experience, Troy has made significant contributions to tennis development. He has been the Head Pro at Half Moon for 15 years, overseeing individual and group programs. Additionally, he served as the Regional Coordinator for the High School Tennis Program with Tennis Jamaica for 5 years.
Troy holds certifications from the U.S.P.T.R and Tennis Jamaica, and he is also a certified Pickle Ball Coach by PPR. His educational background includes a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Livingstone College. Troy's expertise lies in helping players, from beginners to advanced, master the fundamentals, strategic plays, and the latest techniques in tennis.