Wellness
Learn how to fall in love again or simply find the secret to a good night’s sleep in the Maldives
Maldives Promotion House – For those wanting to fall in love again, re-discover the secret of a good night’s sleep, lose weight or simply de-stress and recharge flagging energy levels, Conrad Maldives Rangali Island has the perfect solution with the launch of five new Wellness Workshops. Available year-round from June 1, 2013, each workshop lasts five days and features the skills of guest yoga practitioner Areeya coupled with the wide range of health and wellness facilities available at the luxury resort’s two spas.
“With two spas, we’re a genuine health and well-being sanctuary and are in the perfect position of being able to help bring health, fitness and even love back into our guests’ lives,” said spa manager Missy Dowell. “We offer a truly holistic programme that draws on elements from all areas of the resort, such as massage, yoga, sound therapy, personal training, meditation and even dining in our underwater restaurant or candlelit baths for overall wellness.”
The five-day programmes are all designed for two and offer a wealth of solutions to modern-day illnesses. Couples seeking to re-connect and re-discover their love for one another can choose the ‘Falling in Love Again’ programme which incorporates traditional romantic experiences such as candlelit dinners and a bath as well as an artfully designed yoga programme that brings couples physically back in sync again.
Likewise, those in the quest for a good night’s sleep and all the benefits that come from being well-rested can benefit from the five-day programme that brings in elements of yoga, sound energy using Tibetan singing bowls and relaxation techniques coupled with sleep-inducing elements such as scented baths and pre-bedtime spa treatments.
The other workshops offer well-being fixes such as de-stressing, weight loss and boosting energy levels over five days.
Programmes are conducted by Areeya, a Thai national and founder of Passionate Yoga®, spent intensive years studying, practicing and teaching yoga in a variety of styles, i.e. Sivananda, Hatha, Ashtanga Vinyasa, hot yoga, pre- and post-natal yoga as well as Pilates, all under the guidance of greatly respected health, holistic and lifestyle gurus. She is an accredited E-RYT 500 certified yoga instructor with a background in Muay Thai (Thai boxing), having completed a comprehensive study from the Muay Thai Institute in Bangkok as well as Anatomy and Physiology studies (Six Senses Spa), and is also a certified PADI advanced open water diver.
Five different packages are available to select.
“Falling in Love Again” – there is nowhere more romantic than Conrad Maldives. This package created for couples who want to rediscover their love for each other in the world’s most romantic place. Priced at US$1,025 for two, the five-day package includes:
- 1 x Dorissima Art of Love treatment for two.
- 5 x daily yoga classes with Areeya to bring physical movements in sync again, create greater awareness of each other and re-learn the art of working together.
- 1 x 30-minute moonlight meditation.
- 1 x candle lit dinner for two at the over-water Mandhoo restaurant.
- 1 x romantic in-villa bath experience with candles, flower petals, scented oils and champagne.
“Sleep Therapy” – addressing the most common complaint in modern life: feeling tired all the time. The five-day package is priced at US$745 for two and includes:
- 3 x gentle and restorative yoga classes with Areeya designed to enable a balanced practice and experience a lower heart rate and blood pressure.
- 1 x relaxation techniques class with Areeya to learn useful techniques to relieve stress, boost your mood, bring more calmness into life and perform more effectively, the deep relaxation.
- 1 x sound healing therapy class with Areeya to explore the healing power of the vibration of sound in the treatment using the traditional Tibetan singing bowls. These stimulate the brain to make changes that increase deeper, more profound sleep, as well as relief from headache, fatigue.
- 1 x 90-minute in-villa massage for two.
- A relaxing in-villa bath experience with candles, flower petals, scented oils and champagne.
- 1 x 30-minute in-villa deep breathing and meditation exercise class.
- 1 x in-villa dinner for two featuring sleep-promoting foods.
“Wake Up to Energy” – aimed at busy professionals who find they have no energy in this stressful world, this five-day package is priced at US$1,275 for two and puts the bounce back into life. The package includes:
- 3 x energizing yoga classes with Areeya. These flow classes are designed to reawaken the body and refresh the mind.
- 1 x pranayama breathing class with Areeya which enhances the ability to breathe with ease enabling the body to perform better, which will in turn allows balance of the body, mind and spirit.
- 1 x sound healing therapy class with Areeya to explore the healing power of the vibration of sound using the traditional Tibetan singing bowls which stimulate the brain to make changes that increase uplifting energy.
- 1 x 120-minute Orange Enlivening Spa Ritual for two at the Over-Water Spa.
- 1 x 90-minute body treatment from the energising ‘fire’ menu at the Spa retreat for two.
- Body composition analysis at the Spa Retreat.
- 3 x 60-min personal training sessions at the Fitness Centre.
“Holiday Season Countdown: body perfect” – created for couples wishing to look trimmer and more defined on the beach, this package promotes general wellbeing, weight loss and addresses physical concerns. The five-day package is priced at US$865 for two and includes:
- 5 x power yoga classes with Areeya. This involves synchronizing the breath with a progressive series of postures; a process producing intense internal heat and a profuse, purifying sweat that detoxifies muscles and organs. The result is improved circulation, a lean and strong body, and a balanced mind.
- 1 x 120-minute Plant Contour body ritual for two at the Spa Retreat to target and address specific body concerns such as cellulite.
- A body composition analysis at the Spa Retreat.
- 3 x 60-minute personal training sessions at the Fitness Centre.
- Daily use of non-motorised water sports for a physical workout in the natural surroundings of the islands
“De-stress in Paradise” – aimed at reducing stress levels, this five-day programme is priced at US$1,165 for two and helps combat the build-up of tension and stress in modern day living. The package includes:
- 3 x gentle flow yoga classes with Areeya. These classes induce relaxation and de-stressing, with a gentle flowing practice, where flows are simple, short and only contain basic balancing postures to deepen the practice, relax body and mind, let go of stress, worries and bring life back to centre.
- 1 x pranayama breathing class with Areeya. This class enhances your ability to breathe with ease enabling your body functions to perform better, which will in turn allow you to balance your body, mind and spirit.
- 1 x sound healing therapy with Areeya to explore the healing power of the vibration of sound using traditional Tibetan singing bowls to stimulate the brain to make changes that increase your abilities in healing stress-related disorders, retraining the body and mind to let go of stress and heal itself.
- 3 x morning mediation classes
- 1 x 90-minute massage from the relaxing ‘Water’ menu at the Spa Retreat
- 1 x 90-minute colour therapy massage at the Over-Water Spa for two
- 1 x breakfast for two at Ithaa undersea restaurant to be inspired by the calmness and serenity of the underwater world passing by the window.
Featured
Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas introduces season of wellness with three practitioners
Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas is inviting guests to embark on a holistic journey guided by three visiting wellness practitioners, each specialising in distinct approaches to healing. Drawing on traditional knowledge and contemporary practice, the practitioners will offer therapies at the resort’s overwater spa designed to align body, mind, and spirit in a tranquil Maldivian setting. Disciplines include Ayurveda, energy-based therapies, sound healing, and mindful movement, with personalised consultations and bespoke treatments available.
A fifth-generation Ayurvedic physician, Dr Jithurag continues a 300-year family lineage rooted in holistic balance. Trained within the Rameswaram Tantric tradition, he blends Ayurvedic principles with elements of Traditional Chinese Medicine, integrating marma therapy and acupuncture with Reiki and Pranic Healing. Using wellness screening technologies to assess biomarkers, he designs tailored treatment plans. Guests may book a complimentary consultation and choose from signature therapies such as TCM Acupuncture, Cupping Therapy, Marma Abhyanga, and Back Restoration Therapy.
Holistic therapist and Ayurvedic healer Sharath Ram brings more than 16 years’ experience in supporting physical, mental, and spiritual balance. His work combines Ayurveda with energy practices and therapeutic yoga to encourage both recovery and transformation. His specialities include Chakra Inner Energy Balancing, Ayurveda Deep Fusion Therapy, Visceral Manipulation, Maderotherapy, and Mind-Body Healing. He will also lead complimentary workshops, including The Art of Breathing and Dynamic Meditation, focusing on breathwork and movement to promote calm and clarity.
From Kerala, India, Vinod Narayanan offers over a decade of experience in Ayurveda, yoga, and holistic healing across Europe, Africa, and Asia, including service as a personal physician to dignitaries. At Anantara Kihavah he will provide therapies such as Himalayan Sound Healing Massage, De-Armouring Body Therapy, Abdominal Detox, Access Bars Energy Healing, and Gut-Brain Rewiring. Using vibration, touch, and energy alignment, his sessions aim to release emotional blockages, improve circulation, and support the body’s natural rhythm. Complimentary consultations are available, alongside sound-based journeys that seek to harmonise body and spirit.
Together, the practitioners complement Anantara Kihavah’s wellbeing philosophy, extending from Ayurvedic traditions to sound therapy. Guests are invited to the overwater Anantara Spa for bespoke treatments, meditative workshops, and one-to-one consultations that encourage connection with self and nature.
Further enhancing the experience, the resort has introduced reimagined Beach Pool Villas featuring natural textures, open-plan spaces, and private pools set within tropical greenery.
Meditation
Journey to restorative wellness: Amilla Maldives hosts renowned visiting practitioners
Amilla Maldives welcomes guests to experience the expertise of three Visiting Practitioners, each offering personalised sessions to restore balance, nurture presence, and support holistic wellbeing amid the island’s tranquil surroundings.
Until 7 December 2025, Kattia Mendoza, creator of Unmasking Arts™ and KI·OM® Bodywork, offers somatic movement, breath coaching, Osteo-Thai bodywork, and conscious communication. Private sessions like KI·OM® Bodywork, Nervous System Release, and Osteo-Thai Massage help release tension and restore mobility, while group and complimentary classes, including Somatic Breath Meditation and the Unmasking Arts™ Circle, foster emotional clarity and mindful connection.
From 10 December 2025 to 20 January 2026, Jang Kanlayanee brings over 25 years of expertise in Thai, Ayurvedic, and Western wellness practices. Treatments such as Chi Nei Tsang, Body Alignment Massage, Face and Neck Therapy, Reiki, and sound healing restore energy and harmony. Guests can also join group or complimentary sessions including Tai Chi, Sound Bath, Chakra Energy Assessment, and private yoga for holistic wellbeing.
From 20 December 2025 to 20 January 2026, Dr Shreejit Ghadigaonkar, an Ayurveda doctor and yoga expert from India, offers personalised consultations and a range of traditional therapies to restore balance and vitality. Complementary wellness sessions provide guidance on managing stress, improving sleep, and aligning lifestyle habits with the body’s natural rhythms, leaving guests feeling refreshed and renewed.
During their residencies, Kattia, Jang, and Dr Shreejit invite guests to slow down, reconnect, and explore restorative experiences that leave body, mind, and spirit refreshed within the calm rhythm of island life.
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Sheraton Maldives partners with tennis pro Jackson Withrow, yoga expert Dawn Sim for guest experiences
Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa invites guests to reconnect with mind, body, and spirit from November 15-19, 2025, through two inspiring collaborations that celebrate sports and wellness in the heart of paradise. The resort will welcome Jackson Withrow, a celebrated American professional tennis player and winner of 10 ATP doubles titles, and Dawn Sim, a renowned Singapore-based yoga instructor and wellness ambassador, for a series of exclusive guest experiences designed to inspire connection, vitality, and inner balance.
Set amidst the shimmering turquoise waters and lush tropical surroundings of the resort, these curated programs offer guests the extraordinary opportunity to engage with world-class professionals through immersive sessions that blend movement, mindfulness, and Maldivian serenity. From the thrill of perfecting a serve alongside an elite athlete to the calm of a sunrise yoga flow by the ocean’s edge, each experience reflects Sheraton Maldives’ dedication to fostering connection and wellbeing in a truly idyllic setting.
From November 15-16, the spotlight turns to the tennis court, where Jackson Withrow, who achieved a career-high doubles ranking of World No. 16 in 2024, will host a two-day Tennis Experience that brings professional sports to paradise. On November 15, guests can join Jackson for an interactive Doubles Clinic, learning advanced techniques, teamwork strategies, and court fundamentals. The session will conclude with a relaxed autograph signing and Q&A, offering a glimpse into life on the ATP Tour.
The excitement continues on November 16, as Jackson returns to the court for a Tennis Engagement Activation, where guests can watch his personal training session before joining him for friendly on-court challenges, including the opportunity to return his serve or rally alongside a world-class athlete.
Following a weekend of exhilarating sports, guests can look forward to a more tranquil rhythm as the resort shifts its focus toward mindfulness and rejuvenation. Beginning November 18, Dawn Sim will guide guests on a journey of serenity and self-awareness. A certified yoga instructor who has led sessions at Glow Fest 2024 and The Singapore Edition, Dawn brings her holistic approach to wellness to the tranquil shores of Sheraton Maldives.
Her wellness activations will take place in two of the resort’s most picturesque settings — Sunrise Yoga at Kakuni Beach on November 18 and Sunset Gentle Stretch at Anchorage Beach on November 19. Each session will offer guests a soothing, restorative experience that harmonises body and mind, surrounded by the gentle sounds of the ocean and the radiant hues of sunrise and sunset.
“At Sheraton Maldives, we take pride in curating experiences that bring people together through shared passions and authentic connections,” said Greg Allan, General Manager of Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa. “From world-class tennis sessions with Jackson Withrow to mindful wellness sessions with Dawn Sim, these collaborations embody our island’s spirit of balance.”
Nestled on a private island in North Malé Atoll, Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa continues to redefine meaningful travel through experiences that inspire connection, wellness, and discovery. This November’s activations perfectly capture the resort’s commitment to creating memorable moments that unite guests through sports, wellness, and the island lifestyle — celebrating the true essence of “where the world comes together.”
To learn more about Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa, visit www.sheratonmaldives.com.
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