A few weeks ago, I shared my personal experience attending a wellness retreat with my best friend in December. It wasn’t flashy or performative. It was grounding. Quiet. Transformative. Being immersed in nature, away from constant noise and obligation, helped me reframe my thinking, gain clarity, and start the new year with intention.
When I shared that experience on social media, I didn’t expect the response it received. Black men filled the comments not only agreeing, but asking for recommendations. That response made me realize that more of us are ready to prioritize rest, healing, and mental clarity as part of our travel plans.
So I did the work and put together a list.
There aren’t nearly enough wellness retreats designed with Black men in mind, but these six experiences are a strong starting point. And who knows, maybe The Quintessential Gentleman will host one of our own soon.
Important Disclaimer:
The Quintessential Gentleman has no affiliation with any of the retreats listed below. This list is for informational purposes only. We strongly encourage readers to do their own research, review program details, and ask questions directly with each organization to ensure the retreat is a safe, aligned, and appropriate fit for their personal needs.
1. Permission and Refuge: A Healing Retreat for Men of Color
Dates: February 6–8, 2026
Location: Stockbridge, Massachusetts
Hosted at Kripalu and led by renowned yoga and meditation teacher Reggie Hubbard, this retreat is designed specifically for men of color seeking rest, emotional release, and community healing.
Participants engage in meditation, somatic movement, sound experiences, and conscious conversations rooted in liberation and self-compassion. The focus is on laying burdens down, creating space for emotional softening, and building supportive bonds with other men who understand the weight being carried.
This retreat is especially ideal for men looking to deepen or begin a personal wellness practice in a nurturing, judgment-free environment.
2. The Black Man’s Self-Mastery Retreat
Dates: February 23–28, 2026
Location: Puerto Morelos, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Created by Black men, for Black men, this immersive five-night experience blends rest, brotherhood, and intentional self-development in the Caribbean.
Recognized by ESSENCE as a Best in Travel wellness experience, the retreat focuses on the Seven Keys to Self Mastery, traditional healing practices, and decompression from the daily grind. Beyond relaxation, the emphasis is on long-term transformation, legacy, and reconnecting with inner power.
This retreat is best suited for men seeking structure, spiritual grounding, and global brotherhood.
3. Blain Treehouse Meditation Retreat
Dates: March 6–9, 2026
Location: Samaná, Dominican Republic
All-Inclusive
Set in the lush Dominican Treehouse Village, this intimate retreat mixes meditation, adventure, and celebration of life. Designed as a soulful reset, the experience centers reconnection with self through guided meditation, yoga, sound baths, healing sessions, and excursions.
The retreat emphasizes intention, presence, and meaningful connection, without religious requirements or performance. It’s a reminder that rest can be both grounding and joyful.
Ideal for men seeking a balance of wellness, nature, and curated experiences.
4. Healing, Rest, and Embodied Liberation for Men of Color (Esalen Institute)
Dates: June 5–7, 2026
Location: Big Sur, California
Hosted at the iconic Esalen Institute, this workshop offers a restorative space designed specifically for male-identifying people of color. Through meditation, yoga, reflective writing, somatic movement, and healing circles, participants explore personal growth while addressing racialized stress and mental health.
This retreat leans deeply into embodiment and emotional processing, making it ideal for men ready to confront inner work with intention and support.
5. Soulful Roots: “Freedom Awakened” Health & Wellness Retreat
Dates: June 15–22, 2026
Location: Ubud, Bali, Indonesia
This seven-day immersive journey blends cultural exploration with holistic healing in one of the world’s most spiritually rich environments. Designed for Black and Brown travelers, the retreat focuses on slowing down, restoring balance, and reconnecting with purpose.
With mindful movement, community-centered wellness, and cultural immersion, Freedom Awakened is ideal for men looking to step completely outside their routine and realign globally.
6. Black Men’s Wellness Retreat
Dates: August 1–7, 2026
Location: Runaway Bay, St. Ann, Jamaica
This inaugural retreat brings together Black men for a full week of healing, learning, and self-care in a private villa setting. Programming includes workshops led by experts in psychology, nutrition, fitness, wealth management, and holistic health.
Participants engage in sunrise yoga, cultural excursions, community healing, and intentional rest, all while building brotherhood in a pressure-free environment. The retreat is capped to maintain intimacy and depth.
Perfect for men seeking a comprehensive wellness experience that addresses mind, body, spirit, and legacy.
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