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Fit Bodies, Inc. and Kid’s Yoga at Now Jade Resort & Spa

Nov 22nd, 2010
by Lisa Marie.
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This fall debuted Kid’s Fitness programming at Now Resorts, currently including Now Jade Riviera Cancun and Now Sapphire Riviera Cancun in Mexico. The fitness classes range from Kid’s Yoga, Mommy & Me Yoga, Daddy & Buddy Bootcamp and further vary based on the skills and teaching talents of the instructor currently booked there.

I had the privilege of teaching Kid’s Yoga at Now Jade the week of Nov 8 – Nov 13 during Fitness Magazine getaway week at Now Jade. Fit Bodies, Inc. very own Suzelle Snowden and Denise Cox helped to host the bootcamp, conducting the morning run and aqua class sessions. Other activities included a snorkeling trip and bike ride to Puerto Morales. Many fitness activities all while leaving plenty of time for guests to enjoy the great food, service, friends, family and laughter. Now Jade was a perfect resort to host the event due to their large, smooth beach and flawless entertainment staff.

Fit Bodies, Inc. conducts beach bootcamp for Fitness Magazine

Fit Bodies, Inc. conducts beach bootcamp for Fitness Magazine

Families came out for Kid’s Yoga at 11 A.M. Also the children signed into the Adventure Club came over for class, too. Children practiced taking big breaths of air and moved in and out of yoga poses imitating animals and shapes. The kid’s favorites included triangle pose, cat/cow stretch, downward facing dog, and reverse table pose, which we now know as “crab” pose! All the while their parents watched, photographed and videotaped in complete enjoyment in watching their children in a yoga class on vacation.

Children LOVE yoga class!

Children LOVE yoga class!

After staying at Now Jade for a week, I highly recommend it as a teaching vacation destination. It is a fun, energetic property with classy style. Nice restaurants with excellent food, wonderful beach, large rooms, lots of pool area and very clean. I will definitely return again!

Fit Bodies, Inc. is pleased to have added the NOW Resorts to the luxury line of family resort’s hosting qualified and certified fitness instructors to teach and vacation. View available dates to teach at Now Jade and Now Sapphire Riviera Cancun by logging into your account at FitnessProTravel.com. Creating a travel account is easy and free of charge-Giving you many options for your next travel destination whether your fitness specialty is tennis, yoga, group fitness, pilates or personal training.

To your health,

Lisa Owens

Zoetry Agua Punta Cana video

Jun 16th, 2010
by Lisa Marie.
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Zoetry Agua is world-class wellness resort hosting Fit Bodies Inc. fitness professionals. Fit Bodies Inc. has weekly opportunities for professional fitness instructors looking to vacation while sharing their special teaching talents with resort guests.

Fit Bodies Inc. welcomes open arrival and departure dates for Dominican Republic resorts. With direct flights from so many popular departure cities, the Dominican Republic looks forward to hosting you.

Your questions and concerns regarding travel as a fitness instructor are always welcome. Email Fit Bodies Inc.

In April, I experienced Zoetry Agua and would like to share our video with you.

“Here on the striking northeast coast of the Dominican Republic, you are welcomed to our all-suite oasis of cane-thatched sanctuaries. Limited to just 53 exclusive suites, their hardwood floors and natural stone accents harmonize with the lush, secluded oceanfront setting. Located just an hour away from the Punta Cana International Airport, the spirit here is far, far removed from the hectic tempo of everyday living. ”

Teaching fitness at Zoetry Agua Punta Cana

May 2nd, 2010
by Lisa Marie.
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Zoetry Resorts offer guests a safe-haven of relaxation and rejuvenation. The special opportunity of providing wellness classes to their guests have been granted to Fit Bodies Inc. fitness professionals. Traveling through Fit Bodies Inc. as a fitness professional offers the chance to offer resort guests the most important vacation souvenir of all; Improved wellness, be it mental, physical or emotional health.

Fitness professionals choosing to teach and stay at a Zoetry Resort are offered many of the same Endless Privileges® package details offered to the guests. The resort has two casual restaurants and one fine dining option, expansive guest suites, 24-hour room service and is always catering to every need of guests in all 51 suites. Zoetry Agua is known for fresh, organically grown food options and ecologically safe practices throughout the property.

Very recently I took the opportunity to visit Zoetry Agua Punta Cana while teaching yoga for Fit Bodies Inc. at Dreams Punta Cana. This resort and its location is a very special experience for the fitness professional who decide the position is right for them. Zoetry Agua requests one fitness professional at a time that specializes in either yoga and meditation or pilates and aqua aerobics. Fit Bodies Inc. is allowing pros to book non-Sunday to Sunday travel days and also those professionals looking to travel for longer than a week may consider this a good option.

Many of Zoetry’s guests are at special times of their lives. Pre-natal getaway seekers have been known to travel here and catering to those needs may be necessary. Fit Bodies Inc. instructors will offer group, small group and private lessons while staying in guest accommodations at the resort. The aqua fitness is in gorgeous pool so students face the ocean. The spa is a gorgeous place to hold classes either in the open, breezy lounge area outside or next to the indoor pool, listening to the warm, soothing sound of the waterfall. Teachers here will instruct in the most beautiful settings and offer a special experience to their students.

Zoetry Agua is a small, very private resort and should be considered a luxurious and relaxing teaching opportunity for the guest teacher. For the teacher considering a private, personal retreat I think this is perfect. Guest instructors, as always are able to have a guest accompany them. You and your guest will enjoy luxurious indulgences, without the guilt!

If you are interested in viewing the booking details to teach fitness at Zoetry Agua Punta Cana you need to log in to your Fitness Pro Travel account. Creating a Fitness Pro Travel account is free and you may fill out an application to have access to view teaching vacation opportunities.
Fit Bodies Inc. has been sending qualified fitness professionals on vacations since 1995.

Relax by the pool at Zoetry Agua

Relax at the pool- Zoetry Agua

Activities Galore at Dreams Punta Cana

Apr 30th, 2010
by Lisa Marie.
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Dreams Punta Cana activities are never-ending!! It’s difficult to know where to begin!
Activities begin at 9 A.M. with the Fit Bodies Inc. guest instructor teaching stretching, then aerobics, both on the stage facing the ocean.The Core Zone for teenagers is outstanding and if you travel here with your teens you may never see them. Not to worry, adults are welcome there, too! The Core Zone includes: billiards, archery, a batting cage, a climbing wall, a mechanical bull, snacks, Wii, Playstation and practically whatever you can name, they provide. General activities oriented for teenagers are stretching, Spanish lessons, soccer games, water polo, water balloon fights, ping-pong and volleyball tournaments. Some nights is also a teen disco.

Explorer’s Club is children only, aged 3-12, and activities are from 9 A.M. to 8:30 P.M. Once a week there is a camp-out for the kids, too. There are no parents allowed and they will give you a cell phone in case you need to be reached. There is a Kid’s Club for children under 3 for part of the day as well. The resort’s staff is CPR and Red Cross first-aid trained. On today’s Explorer’s Club schedule is a bike tour, Earth day celebration (they plant trees) with a picnic, water polo, a giant Connect Four tournament, bottle painting, a face painting competition, dinner, movie and a mini-fashion show. The activities vary everyday.

We spotted flamingos and peacocks-Beautiful birds!

We spotted flamingos and peacocks-Beautiful birds!

For the kids of all ages, the activities are as non-stop as my flight into PUJ. Despite all the activities, your experience can be as simple as the pool, beach, cold drinks (top-shelf liquors, by the way), and naps. For more engagement, there are the fitness activities, Spanish lessons, Bocce ball, beach volleyball, horse shoes, Olympic game competitions and even more activities. The activities change everyday. Right now there is excitement just outside our patio door as the pool volleyball matches continue. Coming this summer is paintball! Tonight is the beach party and I know the limbo competition will be fun and hilarious! I cannot wait!

The spa appears fantastic! There is a huge koi pond and some are very big and fun to watch. The prices for spa services are very fair and a huge variety of services are offered with specials everyday. Above the spa is the fitness center, open daily from 6 A.M.-8 P.M. and it is big and clean. Three treadmills, free weights, brand new nautilus equipment, stair climbers, elliptical; you name it, they have it. This is a well equipped gym. The gym use is included for everyone’s use. There is also a Wellness Center within the spa and this includes sauna, plunge pool, hot tub, steam room, really neat massage shower but this is not included in the all-inclusive package for guests. The cost is $30 for one day or $85 for a weekly pass. Many spa services include an hour of Wellness Center time.

There are additional activities off the resort, from dune buggy tours, Segway tours, horseback riding, and scuba excursions. You can also tour more areas of Dominican Republic from the resort, such as traveling to Santo Domingo (the first city of the new world discovered by Christopher Columbus), The tour staff here are more than happy to help you plan your outward excursion.

Again, this resort has the best entertainment I have ever seen!

To learn more about traveling to teach your fitness specialty of yoga, pilates, group fitness, tennis or personal training visit Fit Bodies Inc.

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