VINYASA YOGA -Vinyasa yoga is a fluid, powerful practice, linking breath to movement through a balanced series of postures (asana). All levels are welcome and encouraged to participate in the daily Vinyasa classes, taught by select qualified instructors from around the world. Each instructor brings their own style to the yoga mat, reflected through the pace, postures and music of the classes they teach. At ESCAPE TO SHAPE we ask you to leave the inner critic behind and enjoy the internal and external challenges of Vinyasa yoga, to have fun, play and enjoy!

BEACH WALKS - Start the day of right, with a beach power walk- a great way to burn calories and keep your metabolism working efficiently throughout the day.

BEACH BODY SCULPT - Muscle burns more calories at rest than fat, so while on your Mexican holiday it's important to tone the body through simple, fun and effective sculpting techniques. This fast paced and fun sculpting class, sometimes combined with beach walks, will leave you not only tighter, but with exercises that you can take with you anywhere!

COOKING CLASSES - Organic fruits, vegetables and seafood are plentiful here on the Pacific coast of Mexico so it is quite easy to eat healthy! From ceviches, to fish tacos, chili poblano to tortilla soup and tamales, while with ESCAPE TO SHAPE you will have an opportunity to learn healthy adaptations of traditional Mexican delights- and even accompany the chef to the market for the days food shopping!

SPA TREATMENTS - THE TIDES is home to a deluxe full service spa, offering relaxation and pampering in a tranquil beachfront setting. One massage is included in your ESCAPE TO SHAPE package. Each therapist has extensive trainings and certifications . Relax with a Swedish Massage or work those tight spots out with a therapeutic deep-tissue or sports massage. Manicures, pedicures, facials, scrubs, wraps and other unique beauty treatments can also be arranged at an additional cost.

EXCURSIONS & OUTINGS - Excursions such as the following will be included in your ESCAPE TO SHAPE program:

SURF'S UP- For over 30 years, surfers in the Zihuatanejo area have been exploring the great points, reefs and beach breaks that adorn the 2,000 plus miles of sun-drenched Mexican coastline. Enjoy the laid back lifestyle of both the people and surf scene on Mexico's Pacific, as well as the consistent swells that bless the region. Whether a beginner or advanced, there are surf spots & lessons for every level provided on your ESCAPE TO SHAPE holiday. You will be standing within no time!

CULINARY EXPLORATION - THE TIDES Chef will guide you through the local town market where you will see and learn the Spanish names of the different herbs, spices, fruits and vegetables, all the while shopping for the ingredients of a delicious, healthy Mexican meal. The next step, the preparation of your very special dish, in a private cooking class back at the beach!

OTHER EXCURSIONS -Other excursions can be arranged for a additional cost, such as swimming with the dolphins, scuba diving, game fishing, exploring the sand dunes by ATV, and windsurfing.