• Good Hope Coach House (map)
  • Falmouth Post Office
  • Trelawny
  • Jamaica

Enjoy 7 nights at Good Hope, an 18th-Century Georgian house in the Jamaica countryside

Join Laura Jane Mellencamp and fellow like-minded friends for a yoga retreat at Good Hope Plantation in Jamaica. Originally a sugar plantation, Good Hope is 2,000 acres in size and is located in the parish of Trelawny, Jamaica. This property, including its historic 18th-century Great House, sits in an idyllic valley surrounded by the lush green hills of the cockpit country and the meandering Martha Brae River.

The plant life, scenic views, and private beach provide the perfect environment for togetherness and discovering nature, deeply amplifying the effects of your yoga and meditation practice. Immerse yourself in Jamaica's history, nature, and beauty and nourish a deeper understanding of yourself!

An Unforgettable Yoga, Meditation & Travel Experience

Using the practice of meditation, Laura Jane has designed this week to support you in exploring the tools of stilling the mind and embracing your authentic self. The yoga classes will blend the disciplines of various styles of Hatha yoga with mindfulness meditation. They will cover the fundamental principles underlying the therapeutic application of yoga and how to incorporate them into your practice. Work to dissolve old blockages, unravel samskaras, and create new pathways to vibrant health and happiness. The end result will be one of the most incredible, unforgettable yoga experiences you will ever have.

This week is a perfect balance between rest and play. Through leading and attending many retreats, Laura has discovered that traveling together and saying yes to life and its opportunities at the moment create lasting friendships and gratitude for life’s abundance that will last forever.

This yoga retreat is for all ages and all life experiences — perfect for all levels of practitioners, yoga teachers, and bodywork therapists.

Private yoga sessions will also be available.

Sample Daily Schedule*

(Optional to meet each student’s needs)
• Early morning hike and meditation
• Breakfast
• In-depth yoga practice with Laura Jane
• Lunch
• Free time to explore this beautiful and healing environment
• Late practice includes asana, chanting, sutra study and meditation
• Dinner
• Evening shared sanga

*Schedule is subject to change.

We will be going down to the private beach most days (15 min from the Coach House). Price includes daily transportation to the beach.

 
What Retreat Participants Are Saying
"A retreat everyone should experience!"

I am so excited to attend my third retreat with Laura Jane and this amazing community of yogis. There is a reason so many of us keep returning year after year. Beyond the incredible resort we are staying at (and "incredible" doesn't do it justice), Laura Jane creates such a warm and welcoming atmosphere in which to explore your yoga practice regardless of where you are in your life. The twice-daily practices and daily sutra study, combined with the beauty of the Baja peninsula and the phenomenal food, make this a retreat everyone should experience!

— BOBBY PARKHILL

"I loved every minute!"

My experience at Laura Jane’s retreats is always unique. Travel changes people no matter what the destination. Yoga changes people, too. When combined, you have a transformation that changes the heart. Everything you see, taste, and experience is better, and I return home with my “cup full.” The friendships I made on retreat will last a lifetime; we shared and were there for one another. I loved every minute and will never forget the beautiful yoga room by the Aegean Sea. It was an amazing trip made even more special by one of the best mentors and teachers in the Chicago area. Ευχαριστούμε, Thank You!”

— CATHY CHRISTOFF

"Just the amount of yoga and activity to keep it a relaxing retreat"

Everything was so natural, like windows meant to overlook the snow-covered mountains, but cozy and warm in our cabins and lodge. Ideally located for a retreat with meals were created by a delightful chef. Laura Jane led us with just the amount of yoga and activity to keep it still a relaxing retreat.

— MARLA

"I feel confident about traveling with Laura Jane!"

A trip to Greece had been on my “bucket list” for many years. The experience with Laura Jane in Amorgos was beautiful and peaceful, and it exceeded my expectations about visiting Greece! We practiced well-thought-out yoga classes twice a day and still had plenty of time for outings on the island or time to relax by the pool. The group was a true sangha, a community of friendly, open people. Old friends reconnected, and each yogi made new friends. I feel confident about traveling with Laura Jane!

— KAY GILMORE

"The one time of the year that is just about me!"

I try never to miss Laura Jane's wonderful yoga retreats! They are the one time of the year that is just about me. I don't have to care for anyone or anything other than myself. The combination of yoga, healthy food, journaling, quiet time, a wonderful guide, and amazing friends is just what I need to regenerate for the year ahead. Not to mention that Prana Delmar is a real gem!

— KANDICE HENNING

"The Icelandic Yoga Retreat was magical!"

The Icelandic Yoga Retreat was magical. The lodgings were cozy and clean, the yoga room was beautiful (especially at night!), amenities were perfect (sauna, hot tub under the stars, expert masseuse), and we were treated to three expertly and lovingly prepared meals a day by our dedicated chef. The twice-daily yoga practice was accessible to all levels, and Laura Jane made a point of teaching the whole of yoga, not just the physical practice. We had a wonderful group of human beings, and it was a pleasure spending time with each one.

— JULIE DRAHO

 

Accomodatations

The Coach House

Forty minutes from the Sangster Intl Airport in Montego Bay, the Coach House villa, situated in the heart of the beautiful 18th century historic Good Hope Plantation, is the Coach House, a country villa with 7 contemporary bedrooms, all with ceiling fans, air conditioning & en-suite bathrooms.

Recently renovated with stylish new interiors and the addition of a 50-foot infinity edge pool & an open air dining terrace. Good Hope’s private beach house (15 min drive away) has a 110-foot white sand beach and calm waters for swimming.

Good Hope Coach House offers exclusivity and privacy. She sits on a hill with breathtaking views. The garden is full of trees, tropical flowers and bird life. The vibe at Good Hope is surely one to experience true Jamaican Hospitality. Like travelling through a time warp, the pace is slow here, the lifestyle uncomplicated, the people are kind and calm, service is relaxed and meals are served family style.

In addition, the Good Hope plantation is the Caribbean’s first and only nature adventure park with an unparalleled variety of adventures and cultural experiences including the thrilling zip line canopy, rugged ATV and Dune Buggy adventures, relaxing jungle river tubing, Appleton Rum Tasting, Great House tour, and bird aviary.

Fun fact: The Bachelor Final was filmed here in 2016.

Retreat Pricing

Limited Time Offer: Early Bird pricing is available through Monday, May 25, 2026 and reflects $200 off the full retreat tuition.

Important: Enter coupon code EBJAM27 when booking, and your $200 discount will be applied to your balance or full payment.

Double Occupancy

Shared room · Per person

Early Bird · Save $200

$3,318 cash/check

$3,417 credit card

Full Rate

$3,518 cash/check

$3,623 credit card

Ready to reserve your space?
Use coupon code EBJAM27 when booking to receive the $200 Limited Time Offer discount.

Reserve Double Occupancy

Deposit: A deposit of $700 is required to reserve your space.

Balance Due: Remaining balance is due by January 2, 2027.

Payment Note: Credit card pricing includes processing fees.

If you have any questions or concerns about sharing a room, please reach out to Laura Jane about a possible single room. We are here to help!

The cost of the retreat includes:

  • Roundtrip airport transportation to & from the resort

  • Deluxe accommodations for 7 nights. All bedrooms have bathrooms, A/C, and ceiling fans

  • 3 gourmet, mostly vegetarian meals daily with some seafood meals during the week. Gluten/dairy-free options are available upon request

  • Water, teas, & juices

  • Daily yoga classes & sutra studies—Private yoga sessions are available

  • Full use of all resort amenities - including pool, beach, boogie boards, paddle boards, kayaks, river swimming, hiking trails, movie night, yoga room, pool table, ping pong table, and ADSL internet access.

  • Daily transportation to and from the private beach

  • Sales & hospitality taxes

The retreat cost does not include:

  • Airfare to Sangster Intl Airport in Montego Bay

  • Spa treatments (massage, mani/pedis, reflexology, etc.)

  • Alcoholic beverages & personal purchases

  • Optional excursions such as golf, dining in local restaurants, pottery classes, painting classes, horseback riding, rafting, snorkeling, fishing, Dunes River Falls in Ocho Rios, Chukka Adventures (zip lines, river tubing, horse and buggy rides, dune buggy rides, ATVs, and history talk of local area)

  • Travel insurance (highly recommended)

  • Gratuities

Registration

To hold your place, a deposit of $700 is due at the time of registration. The remaining balance is due in full by Saturday, January 2, 2025.

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1. Click the button below to complete registration

2.Pay your $700 deposit online with a credit card

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3. Pay your balance for the trip by January 2, 2025.

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2) Mail in or drop off your deposit by cash or check.

  • Make checks payable to Yoga Among Friends.

  • Amount of $700

  • The mailing address is 4949 Forest Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515

3) Pay your balance for the trip by January 2, 2024.

Refund/Cancellation

Payment will be refunded, less a $500 cancellation fee, if this request is received in writing by December 1, 2026. Any refund requests postmarked after December 1 will be granted only if the canceled reservation can be filled.

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