Frequently asked questions

Please note that some activities may require a certain level of fitness, however, XPLR is all about having fun! Our team of expert trainers will adapt and modify exercises during the workouts and help to motivate you if you are a little less experienced or confident in other areas. We aim for you to feel fitter at the end of the retreat compared to when you arrive. XPLR is for everyone. Whilst some guests may want to get involved with everything we have planned, we don’t mind if others dip in and out of the schedule. This is your escape. If you are concerned about your fitness levels or have an existing injury, firstly consult your GP and then drop us an email and we will be able to advise you further.

Absolutely – of course you can! Come and meet some new people, have fun on the retreat and leave as friends. There is something to be said about solo travel. A lot of people consider this the best way to immerse themselves with the retreat experience and have a great time. On the other hand, retreats are pretty awesome to share with your friends and family, so before booking a space for just yourself, why not drop your nearest and dearest a message and see if they want to join in with the adventure.

As soon as possible as spaces are limited. To secure your booking, a non-refundable deposit of £500 is required. Don’t forget to visit our terms and conditions page before committing to your retreat. Please submit your booking enquiry to check our availability. Once confirmed, we will be able to help you with the booking process.

Our retreats can be booked by guests from all around the world, therefore we ask you to arrange your own flights/transport and make sure we are given these details prior to departure. Transfers will be included in some circumstances and will depend on your arrival/departure times. If stated, we would usually organize one scheduled transfer for check in and check out. We will be happy to advise you on this at the time of booking.

All guests need to be 18 or over to attend an XPLR Retreat. We welcome all ages but generally find guests are between 30-65 years old. If you are up for a great time and over the minimum requirement, age is not something we worry about. These retreats are open to everyone.

Before booking a retreat with XPLR, please consult your GP to ensure you can safely participate. As fitness professionals, we will be able to offer progressions and regressions to exercise, however, we would not want to see any injury get worse during the retreat, therefore please consult your Doctor, get the green light and be on the safe side. We kindly ask you to do this not just for our peace of mind but also yours, as we want you to enjoy your time with us.

As a rule of thumb, we would usually instruct two exercise classes each day – one in the morning and the other in the late afternoon/early evening. During the day, you can expect other fun activities to get involved with. We also give you plenty of time to sit back and relax, should you wish to do this.

This is YOUR holiday. We want to ensure that you have options to choose from and welcome you to dip in and out of the XPLR schedule as you please. Whether you choose to do absolutely everything we set out or take a break and do your own thing, we really don’t mind.

If you choose to arrive earlier or later than the start/finish of the retreat, you will be responsible for any additional costs. The retreat schedule will be given to you ahead of departure, allowing you to consider your travel plans and possibly extend your stay. The start and finish time of the retreat will depend on factors, such as travel times. A more detailed itinerary will be sent out to guests on the lead up to the retreat.

In a word – delicious! Do not worry, we will not starve you. We enjoy good food and understand the meaning of a ‘balanced lifestyle’. There will be no faddy diets or shakes with XPLR. Choices on some retreats may be a little more limited compared to the ones where you will be able to visit multiple restaurants, but we do aim to please and will do our utmost to make this an enjoyable experience for everyone. Please make sure we know of any specific dietary requirements or dislikes at the time of booking, and we will aim to cater for these needs.

Let’s be realistic – life is about balance. If you would like a few alcoholic beverages throughout your stay with us, great; all we ask is that you are respectful to other guests and be considerate of your actions. You may decide that you want to use this opportunity to ‘detox’ and flush out the toxins. This is your retreat, and you can make it what you want it to be.