Jamaica Excursions
Barbells & Baraka with Zainab Ismail and Saman Munir
Montego Bay, Jamaica
Aug 3 to 10, 2026 (7 Nights)
Retreat Price: $3,250
All prices are in United States Dollars (USD). A $650 deposit is required to hold your reservation.
Jamaica Retreat Team
Wafa Aouchiche
Retreat Planner and Host
Zainab Ismail
Special Guest
Saman Munir
Special Guest
Retreat Overview
This retreat isn’t just about lifting together in Jamaica it’s about leaving with the skills, confidence, and clarity to train smarter for life. Led by clinician and international Movement Specialist Zainab Ismail (@zainab_fitforallah) with 30+ years of expertise in biomechanics, corrective exercise, and program design, and partnered with Saman Munir (@sfm_fitness), athlete and calisthenics coach known for her functional strength and inspiring energy, you’ll gain both technical mastery and sisterhood. Zainab’s extensive background in holistic and prophetic nutrition will allow you to deepen your knowledge and return home with the ideal meal plan.
Daily Schedule Overview
Mornings begin with nourishing breakfasts, followed by progressive lifting workshops. These sessions are designed for women who already train and want to refine from squats and deadlifts to pull-ups, presses, and core. Zainab’s clinical precision paired with Saman’s athletic authenticity ensures every rep builds not just strength but understanding.
To set you up for success, you’ll also join two live Zoom prep sessions before the retreat, giving you guidance and connection ahead of time. During the retreat, Zainab will also lead two nutrition workshops to help you fuel, recover, and carry your training forward with confidence and success.
Afternoons in Jamaica
Afternoons are for balance: beaches, boat rides, waterfalls, and cultural immersion. With Burgundy Roots’ commitment to locally owned hotels, farmers, and guides, every activity carries baraka (blessing) and authenticity.
Beyond Fitness
You’ll leave with more than memories: each participant will walk away with a personalized weekly workout plan, the know-how to progress every major lift, and the confidence to continue independently. This is about carrying home a framework that empowers you long after the retreat ends.
Key Highlights
- Partner-led lifting workshops with Zainab & Saman refine every major lift.
- Designed for women with training experience ready to level up.
- Two live Zoom prep sessions before the retreat to connect and get ready.
- Two nutrition workshops during the retreat led by Zainab.
- Daily nourishing breakfasts.
- Adventures in Jamaica: beaches, waterfalls, cultural immersion.
- Each participant leaves with a weekly workout plan to continue their journey.
- A sisterhood rooted in Islam, strength, and joy.
Barbells & Baraka Itinerary
Day 1: Arrivals & Introductions
Arrive at the Montego Bay airport and meet our team and the rest of our group. From there, we’ll make our way to Negril (2 hour drive) and check into our hotel. Upon arrival at our hotel, you can relax and unwind and get to know your room mate and hosts. We will meet again for a welcome and orientation session, followed by a lovely dinner by the beach side.
Day 2: Beach Day
We’ll begin our day with a healthy breakfast at 8:00 AM (Breakfast included). Afterwards, we’ll head to the gym for an introduction session in the gym studio with Zainab Ismail. We will cover the curriculum for the week, followed by the daily movements we will learn and workout sessions.
At 12:30 PM we will head back to the hotel and give everyone the rest of the day to enjoy your first day on one of the island’s most beautiful beaches! We’ll spend a full day here, swimming, eating, and getting to know one another!
We will meet again in the evening for a session about nutrition with Zainab at 8:30 PM. We ask that all attendees have dinner prior and meet with the group at 8:30 PM sharp.
Day 3: Waterfalls
We’ll begin our day with a healthy breakfast at 7:30 AM. Afterwards, we’ll head to the gym for a workout session. (Breakfast included).
At 10:30 AM we will head back to the waterfalls and dip in fresh mineral waters. Not a swimmer? No problem! We will have guides and lifeguards with us. Please bring a life jacket to maximize your time in the water! The drive to the waterfalls is 90 minutes, we will be there for 2 hours and return by 5:00 PM.
Upon returning from the falls, you will have the rest of the evening to relax, explore and unwind!
Day 4: Boat Ride
We’ll begin our day with breakfast, followed by a glass bottom boat ride at 9:30 AM. You’ll have the opportunity to snorkel and enjoy a different scenery. (Breakfast included).
After our boat ride, you’ll enjoy 2 hours of relaxation, followed by a workout at 3:00 PM.
8:30 PM Group session and class on nutrition with Zainab Ismail.
Day 5: Farm Day
Stush in the Bush organic farm: It is a love story, a magical fusion of Rastafari and chic. It is the blending of ‘Ital’ farming and exotic vegetables. It is the love of mother nature and the love of fine dining. It is rustic and it is gourmet. (4 hour drive from Negril to St-Ann’s/each way)
Day 6: Rasta Village
Breakfast(Breakfast included).
9:00 AM departure for Rasta Village
Light beach workout at the Jungle Gym
Day 7: Free Day!
Free day!
Breakfast not included. Feel free to explore and try out various places!
At 9:30 we’ll head to the gym for a workout session.
At 12:30 PM we will head back to the hotel and give everyone the rest of the day to enjoy your first day on one of the island’s most beautiful beaches! We’ll spend a full day here, swimming, eating, and getting to know one another!
We will meet again in the evening for a farewell dinner and closing remarks.
Day 8: Departure
Sad to see you go, thank you for joining us and trusting Burgundy Roots. Safe journey, inshallah!
What’s Included on the Jamaica Barbells & Baraka?
Included:
- Airport pickup: 12:30 – Must arrive before 10:30 AM in Montego Bay (one shuttle only)
- All accommodations – Shared 2-3 people per room
- 5 breakfasts – (halal, vegetarian & vegan options available) Lunch & dinner are not included.
- 2 excursions – Boat ride & waterfall excursion
- Private transportation – Private transportation available on excursion days
- 5 movement & workouts – 5 sessions with Zainab Ismail
- 2 nutrition classes – 2 nutrition classes with Ustada Zainab
- 2 Zoom sessions – 2 Zoom sessions prior to the retreat for preparation.
- Full workout program – Full workout program for the week which will be used after the retreat.
- Airport drop off – Flight must leave by 12:30 pm to be eligible for drop off (There will only be one shuttle leaving at 7:00 or 8:00 AM))
- Tour curators & guides
- Curated itinerary – A unique itinerary curated for you. Fun, muslim friendly and unique!
Not Included:
- Airfare
- 2 Dinners & Stush Day – $375: Includes 2 dinners and Stush excursion. The last 2 dinners & lunches are not included
- Medical/Travel insurance
- Tips – $60 USD per person
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