Created and lovingly hosted by husband and wife Chef Wayne and Jenn Smith, WellHeld Retreats offers intimate, small-group experiences that bring together personalized yoga, exceptional cuisine, cultural discovery, and meaningful connection.
Savor the luxury of traveling with your own private chef as Wayne prepares extraordinary meals inspired by local culinary traditions and your personal dietary preferences. Enjoy yoga thoughtfully tailored to your individual needs and abilities by internationally experienced Master Yoga Teacher Jenn Smith.
Our retreats also weave mindfulness, wellness, and recovery-inspired practices into each day, creating opportunities for reflection, renewal, and authentic connection. Whether you’re in recovery, seeking a healthier lifestyle, or simply craving adventure, our welcoming, substance-free experiences invite you to slow down, explore, and rediscover the joy of being fully present.
Extraordinary Places. Nourishing Experiences. Meaningful Connections.
UPCOMING RETREATS
Discovering Morocco: A Yoga, Culinary, Recovery & Wellness Retreat
Essaouira, Morocco | March 21–28, 2027
ONLY ONE SUITE REMAINING!
Experience the magic of Morocco with Chef Wayne Smith and Master Yoga Teacher Jenn Lucene Smith for an unforgettable week of adventure, renewal, and meaningful connection.
Set along Morocco’s stunning Atlantic coast, this intimate, substance-free retreat blends daily yoga and meditation, extraordinary chef-prepared meals, cultural exploration, and the warmth of a welcoming community.
Wander vibrant medinas, savor authentic Moroccan cuisine, explore breathtaking landscapes, and ride camels along the beach at sunset. Enjoy inspiring conversations, optional recovery meetings, and plenty of time to simply relax and reconnect. Whether you’re celebrating recovery, embracing wellness, or seeking a soulful adventure, this is your invitation to experience Morocco in a truly extraordinary way.
Just one suite remains, perfect for one or two guests. Come discover the magic with us!
EXTRAORDINARY RETREATS, EXCLUSIVELY YOURS
Private & Customized Retreats for Groups of 6–10
Dreaming of a meaningful getaway with your closest friends, family, or a special group? WellHeld Retreats offers private, fully customized experiences designed around your group’s unique interests, needs, and vision.
Imagine gathering in a beautiful private villa in Portugal, Morocco, or another extraordinary destination, with your own private chef and master yoga instructor dedicated entirely to your group.
Chef Wayne creates personalized menus inspired by local flavors and your group’s dietary preferences, while Jenn designs yoga, meditation, and wellness experiences suited to everyone’s abilities and interests. From hands-on cooking classes and cultural excursions to restorative yoga, mindfulness, and meaningful conversations, every detail is thoughtfully planned with your group in mind.
Whether you’re celebrating a milestone, reconnecting with friends, gathering your recovery community, or simply seeking a memorable escape together, we’ll help create an experience that balances adventure, relaxation, exceptional food, and authentic connection.
Your people. Your pace. Your unforgettable retreat.
Contact us to start planning your private WellHeld experience.
WHAT OUR GUESTS HAVE TO SAY
“The retreat in Portugal was delightful! And so relaxing and easy. Jenn and Wayne handled all the details, and all I had to do was show up. Gladly! Jenn’s yoga sessions were perfect, customized to fit the needs of each of us. The morning journaling, free time, evening discussions and the dancing (!) made it all very special. And Chef Wayne made sure we never went hungry—there was so much good eating, including foods native to Portugal. Love those pastel de natas! Oh my! There were wonderful adventures: festivals, a boat trip, yoga on the beach, tours with lovely young guides. Thank you, Jenn and Wayne. A beautiful adventure I’ll always remember with joy and gratitude.” -Betty B., 2026
“I’ve had the pleasure of traveling with Jenn and Chef Wayne Smith on one of their WellHeld Retreat yoga and culinary experiences abroad, and I can wholeheartedly attest to the extraordinary experience they create. Their retreats blend expert yoga instruction from Jenn, world-class cuisine prepared daily by Chef Wayne using fresh local ingredients, thoughtfully curated excursions, engaging conversation, and ample time for rest and renewal. When I joined them in Portugal last year, I was having trouble managing a serious medical condition that required skilled, attentive yoga guidance. Under Jenn’s compassionate care, my condition improved significantly throughout the retreat, and I returned home healthier, stronger, and deeply grateful. I give my highest recommendation to Jenn and Chef Wayne Smith’s WellHeld Retreats for anyone seeking a restorative experience that nourishes body, mind, and spirit.” -Mark R., 2026
