FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Our retreats are designed for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu practitioners of all levels. Our goal is to connect athletes from around the world and provide a fun and safe training environment. We invite qualified teachers and next to BJJ, we offer mindfulness lessons, Yoga, etc. We learn about recovery as an important part of training and do common activities in the area (e.g. surfing, exploring, …)

  • The minimum requirement for participation is a BJJ white belt.

  • Send us an e-mail at jenny@newhorizonsretreats.com with your details and we will get back to you within 24 hours. Alternatively, you can book via Smoothcomp. In case of more requests than capacity, we give priority to those who got in touch first.

  • Accommodation, meals, transportation, training sessions, yoga and mindfulness/recovery sessions, a selection of local activities (e.g. surf lessons, sight seeing,… - depending on the location), and a welcome bag with surprise goodies.

    The exact list of what’s included can vary per retreat. You can find the information on each retreat’s dedicated page.

  • Absolutely not! You can choose freely which sessions and activities you would like to join.

  • Qualified instructors will prioritise safety, and basic first aid is usually available. Travel insurance should cover medical needs.

  • Yes — travel insurance that covers medical emergencies and trip cancellations is highly recommended.

  • The same things you bring to your normal practice. Leggings/shorts, rashguard, Gi, belt, mouthguard, water, slippers, towel.

  • We usually provide transportation from the nearest airport.

  • Bank transfer & PayPal. You can either shoot us a mail or book via Smoothcomp.

Retreats with current availability