The history of body and Soul adventures
Body & Soul Adventures was born in 2001, nestled on the enchanting Ilha Grande, a serene island three hours off the coast of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Initially operating under another name, we began our journey in partnership with a renowned LA-based boot camp retreat. However, following the events of 9/11, our parent company withdrew, leading us to rebrand in 2002 as Body & Soul Adventures, a name that truly reflected our philosophy and approach to this unique program.
Our early years were spent immersed in the island’s magic until 2007 when we relocated to the mainland near Paraty, a historic coastal town known as Brazil's first Portuguese port and a gateway for the country's gold exports. We thrived there for five years, yet the allure of our island roots remained strong.
Fast forward to October 2023, and we found ourselves drawn back to our origins. Announcing a special one-week retreat for our alumni, the response was phenomenal, filling up rapidly. We returned to Abraao, a familiar beach lodge, where our guests and guides rekindled the joy of “sweating and smiling for miles.”
Throughout our journey, we've celebrated global success, welcoming over 2000 guests from around the world. Our adventure retreats are renowned for their transformative impact, with 99.9% of our guests returning home not just looking better but feeling renewed and invigorated. At Body & Soul Adventures, we believe in strengthening the body to enlighten the mind.
For those intrigued by our next Brazilian retreat, we encourage reaching out soon. Our plans include hosting just 2-4 exclusive weeks per year on the beautiful, car-free paradise of Ilha Grande, ensuring an intimate and immersive experience for every participant.
Our early years were spent immersed in the island’s magic until 2007 when we relocated to the mainland near Paraty, a historic coastal town known as Brazil's first Portuguese port and a gateway for the country's gold exports. We thrived there for five years, yet the allure of our island roots remained strong.
Fast forward to October 2023, and we found ourselves drawn back to our origins. Announcing a special one-week retreat for our alumni, the response was phenomenal, filling up rapidly. We returned to Abraao, a familiar beach lodge, where our guests and guides rekindled the joy of “sweating and smiling for miles.”
Throughout our journey, we've celebrated global success, welcoming over 2000 guests from around the world. Our adventure retreats are renowned for their transformative impact, with 99.9% of our guests returning home not just looking better but feeling renewed and invigorated. At Body & Soul Adventures, we believe in strengthening the body to enlighten the mind.
For those intrigued by our next Brazilian retreat, we encourage reaching out soon. Our plans include hosting just 2-4 exclusive weeks per year on the beautiful, car-free paradise of Ilha Grande, ensuring an intimate and immersive experience for every participant.