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AWJ RETREAT
Join me for a once-in-a-lifetime African dance experience at the AWJ Retreat in Africa in 2026 and 2027. This retreat promises to offer a truly holistic experience that will push your boundaries, help you connect with others, yourself, Africa and most importantly, have fun. I can't wait to share my love for African dance and culture with you in this beautiful setting!
A once-in-a lifetime Afrodance Retreat
AWJ Retreats exist for one reason: to give you the space to move, rest, and choose differently. Not as a holiday from your life, but as a return to yourself — to the parts of you that get quiet in the everyday noise, the instincts and joy that Afrodance has a way of bringing back to the surface.
Each retreat is built on the belief that real transformation happens through the body first. You don't think your way into a shift — you move into it. That's the foundation of everything we do: daily movement practice rooted in Afrodance, intentional rest, time in nature, and a community of people all on the same journey of reconnecting with themselves.
We also believe travel should mean something beyond the experience itself. Every retreat is designed with local instructors, communities, and small businesses at its heart — so your presence supports the places that hold the space for you.
Kenya
Nairobi has been home for two and a half years, and the foundation for three AWJ Retreats so far. Each one has been its own kind of magic - watching people let go, dance freely, and leave changed. Kenya remains a cornerstone of AWJ's retreat experience, blending breathtaking landscapes, deep dance culture, and grounded community connection.
Ghana
This year, a trip to Ghana became a full-circle moment — learning in person from the very source that shaped so much of my own Afrodance journey over 13 years. It cracked something open, and from that, our first AWJ Retreat in Ghana was born. Ghana brings its own rhythm, history, and depth — and it's an invitation to experience Africa with intention, connection, and ease, exactly as it's meant to be.
Wherever the retreat takes place, the intention stays the same: come as you are, move without performing, rest without guilt, and leave having remembered something true about yourself.
A GLIMPSE OF WHAT TO EXPECT
Soul. Courage. Impact.
This is the philosophy at the heart of AWJ - the belief that real transformation starts in the body, not just the mind. Through Afrodance and embodied movement, you reconnect with the parts of yourself that have gone quiet: your instincts, your joy, your courage to choose differently.
At the AWJ Retreat in Ghana, this framework becomes lived experience. You'll move, rest, and choose differently in a setting that's been a full-circle moment for AWJ itself - a place where the dance speaks louder than the explanation. Expect daily movement practice rooted in Afrodance traditions, space for genuine rest and reflection, and a community of people on the same journey of reconnecting with themselves.
This isn't about performing the steps. It's about feeling them and letting that feeling ripple into how you show up in your life after you leave.
WHO IS THIS RETREAT FOR?
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This retreat is for the person who feels the pull for more — more adventure, more connection, more purpose — but isn't quite sure how to act on it.
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It's for the mover. Whether you've danced for years or you're nervous about your first class, Afrodance meets you exactly where you are. You don't need experience — you need a willingness to show up in your body.
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It's for the solo traveler, especially if Africa has felt out of reach or overwhelming to plan. This space removes that uncertainty so you can experience it with ease, surrounded by people who get it.
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It's for the instructor or movement teacher who's been performing the role for so long they've lost touch with why they started — who's craving a space to be a student again, to feel rather than lead.
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It's for anyone going through a transition — a move, a breakup, a career shift, a quiet sense that something needs to change — and is ready to choose differently.
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And it's for those who want their travel to mean something: to leave a place better than they found it, supporting local instructors, communities, and small businesses along the way.
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If any of this is speaking to you, that's not a coincidence. That's your sign.
FAQ
Q: How do I reserve my spot for the retreat?
A: Contact Jeevi, by dropping your email below. She will guide you through the process and ensure your retreat experience is seamless.
Q: Can I request a specific dietary requirement?
A: Absolutely! Our private chef is adept at catering to various dietary requirements and restrictions
Q: Do I get my own room?
A: In Nairobi, each person has the option to have their own room, although shared accommodations are available, it is limited. Regardless of your choice, the price remains the same. In Diani, solo room options are not available and accommodation will be shared with fellow travelers.
Book a Call
Dreaming of coming to Africa but not sure where to start?
You're not alone. Traveling to Africa — especially as a female solo traveler — can feel exciting and overwhelming. You might be wondering:
Is it safe?
Who can I trust?
How do I even begin planning?
That’s exactly why I created the AWJ Retreat and why this 1:1 call exists.
On this personal video call, I’ll:
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Share all the details about our upcoming AWJ Retreats
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Help you navigate any mental blocks or fears around traveling to Africa solo
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Answer any questions — about the retreat, travel logistics, safety, or mindset
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Offer real, honest guidance from someone who has lived this journey and supported others through it.
Whether you're on the fence or feeling ready but just need a nudge, this call is your safe space to get clarity.
Let’s take this step together. Africa is waiting - and I’m here to guide you.
TESTIMONIALS
From our AWJ instructors who have come to Nairobi to attend an instructor training (March 2024) and have had a glimpse of what you would be experiencing IN KENYA -
“For me, being there in the midst of the
culture, nature and people was a
special kind of experience which no
matter how much I speak about in
class, can’t be fully translated except
in the joy I feel and radiate as I
reminisce!😌
I built friendships with the dancers and
staff at The One studios over delicious
local meals, dancing on the streets,
sharing our perspectives on life with
each other, and just seeing things for
myself instead of hearing others’
version of it. 💛
I still miss the people we met there and
the experiences May, Jeevi and I were
able to have together, of which my
favourites would include the safari
and Nairobi street kitchen night.🥰
Aside from that I also loved the time
we got to spend just the 3 of us at
Jeevi’s go-to breakfast spot where we
too became fans of mandazi (a type of
fried bread).😋
I hope you too will get to experience
this for yourself in a space where you
know you’ll be okay (under Jeevi’s care)
-KRIPA-
What an amazing experience! I knew
that I would get a lot out of it in
terms of dancing, but I came back
with so much more. Thanks to
Jeevi, I got to experience a bit of
life in Nairobi, its beautiful nature,
amazing food, and kind hearted
and welcoming people. There is a
vibrancy to life in Nairobi that's
palpable and I am grateful to have
gotten to experience it. I am eager
to go back and experience even
more.
I was also lucky enough to forge
new friendships with other
dancers as we bonded through
movement and music. They inspired
me to reach beyond what I
thought were my limits and to
want to keep learning more. And
of course, I was fortunate enough
to get to make some amazing
memories with Jeevi and Kripa! I felt
our bond grow stronger every
day and I felt so proud to be a
part of this beautiful AWJ
community.
-MAY-
TESTIMONIALS
From our 1st AWJ Retreaters - March 2025
I had a wonderful time on this AWJ Retreat and highly recommend anyone who wants to explore the dance culture, scenic sites and some soulful charity work in Africa. It's definitely an eye opening experience! - Sangary
I just want to appreciate you Jeevi for planning such a retreat. It was honestly fun and enriching to set foot in Kenya without worrying who I'm going to meet and what I'm going to do. Dance was fun, but the people beside me while I danced made it more memorable. I wish you all the very best for the upcoming retreats - Mitchell
10/10 loved the food, music and interactions! People there are exceptionally nice, but the friends you brought along made it a lot better! Personally enjoyed NSK - the overall vibes etc. Also really loved the trips to Overcomers and Cheza Cheza! Those were truly eye opening experiences! - Darsh
Absolutely, I would recommend this retreat to others—especially to those who’ve been wanting to visit Africa but feel hesitant about traveling solo. This experience is the perfect all-in-one package.
Every detail—from the accommodation and activities to the food and logistics—was thoughtfully planned. Not once did I feel unsafe. The biggest surprise for me was meeting a group of like-minded people who share the same love for Africa.
I also gained a beautiful new perspective from the Kenyan way of life: not taking everything so seriously all the time. It’s a mindset I’ll carry with me moving forward.
After returning to SG, I definitely experienced the post-Kenya withdrawal syndrome (#PKWS). It truly felt like a home I never knew I had. One thing’s for sure—I’ll be back to explore more of Africa, and I’ll definitely be an AWJ repeater! - Kar Mun