An immersive transformational retreat

Recharge. Rebuild. Reignite.

March 15-21, 2026 (6 nights)

Amansala Resort and Beach Club
Tulum, Mexico

Join The Wonder Women for a transformational week in Tulum, Mexico at the Amansala Resort & Spa. This retreat blends fitness, mindset, and community to help you reset your body, restore your energy, and reignite your confidence. Learn, move, and connect in paradise, with the women who understand your journey.

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Our Philosophy

Rediscover your strength. Reconnect with your purpose. Reimagine what’s possible.

Full-body, full-life reset

This isn’t a typical getaway. It’s a full-body, full-life reset. Guided by The Wonder Women coaching team, you’ll experience powerful movement sessions, evidence-based workshops on health and mindset, nourishing meals, and time to truly rest. You’ll leave not just recharged—but with the tools to sustain your transformation long after the week ends.

Meals & Nutrition

3 meals + 1 afternoon protein shake daily (excluding one dinner – free night to explore Tulum)

All meals are selected by the TWW team and are protein forward, whole food focused and nutritious. Menu will be provided for guests to track!

Sample Daily Schedule

6:30 - 7:00 am Morning mobility/movement/mindfulness (coach) on the beach
7:00 - 8:30 am Breakfast
9:00 - 10:30 am Coach seminar
11:00 am Small group training / Free Time
12:00 - 1:30 pm Lunch
2:00 - 3:30 pm Mayan Clay
3:30 pm Protein shakes available at the bar
4:00 pm Optional Excursion / Small group training
5:00 pm Coach seminar
6:00 - 7:30 pm Dinner

Coaches

Meet Your Coaches

We are pioneers in personalized coaching for women and constantly seek innovative ways to support and enhance their wellness journeys.

Michelle Macdonald

Michelle Macdonald

Jean-Jacques Barrett

JJ Barrett

Joan Macdonald

Joan Macdonald

Molly Kieland

Molly Kieland

Marcie Sislow

Marcie Sislow

Nancy Tang

Nancy Tang

Where Strength Meets Stillness

Immerse yourself in a week that blends evidence-based fitness with deep restoration.

Venue

accomodation

Rooms are available in single or double occupancy. You can register for a double room without a roommate and one will be assigned (or bring a friend/partner).

Our best category of rooms, facing directly to the sea with a large terrace, great view with king bed.

Single Occupancy: $7,650
Double Occupancy Available (Shared bed): $12,500
Not right on the beach but just steps to the sea. Lovely, extra nice rooms with king bed, bright and airy.

Single Occupancy: $6,950
Double Occupancy Available (Shared bed): $11,500
Not right on the beach but just steps to the sea. Lovely room with king bed, bright and airy.

Single Occupancy: $6,350
Double Occupancy Available (Shared bed): $10,850
Charming, bright room facing the garden towards the back of the property with king bed.

Single Occupancy: $6,000
Double Occupancy Available (Shared bed): $10,600
Spacious and airy modern room with a beautiful terrace and ocean views.

Single Bed (Shared 2-bed Room): $5,950
Charming, bright room facing the garden towards the back of the property with queen bed.

Single Occupancy: $5,700
Not right on the beach but just steps to the sea. Lovely room with king bed, bright and airy.

Single Bed (Shared 2-bed Room): $5,600
A spacious room with three beds in an open floor plan. Perfect for a group of friends or family. Not directly on the beach but steps to the sea.

Single Bed (Shared 3-bed Room): $5,250

FAQs

Sunday March 15 – Saturday March 21, 2026
(6 nights)

Amansala Resort and Beachclub
Carr. Tulum-Boca Paila KM 5.5, Tulum Beach, Zona Hotelera, 77760 Tulum, Q.R., Mexico

This is a women’s retreat that is curated for women who are looking to thrive at any age. TWW is focused on deep transformation beyond just the physical. This week is designed to showcase the foundations of the TWW community: strength training, nutrition, mindset and community.

Who does that include?
  • TWW/TSC current clients
  • TWW/TSC past clients
  • Any woman seeking transformation (some weight lifting experience is required)
  • Partner/children of someone attending** (some restrictions apply)

Eligibility
  • Must be over the age of 18 years old
  • Must have valid passport and be able to travel to Mexico
  • Must have some weight lifting experience
  • Must be open/willing to participate in all group activities and experiences
  • Must have a growth mindset and be open to coaching

We have a variety of rooms available – single and double bed rooms are available, beach front and garden.

Beach front and Garden rooms refer to the location of the room at the resort.

Double bed rooms have two beds. You can register for one of these rooms solo or with a friend (there will be a place to request a roommate if you have someone in mind). If you register for one of these rooms and do NOT have a friend, you will be assigned a roommate.

If you do not wish to share a room, you must select one of the Single Bed rooms.

Single bed (king) rooms are available for single OR double occupancy (shared bed) for couples. You will see a pricing option available on the website for both single and couples in a Single Room.

Registration will be made available on our Amansala 2026 Registration page.

Access to the page will be released in groups – with priority going to current TWW clients.
An email will be sent with the link to the Registration page once it is available.
The link will be posted to the public once pre-sales have ended.

Spots are given on a first come, first serve basis.
Rooms are also sold in the same order.

Registration schedule:
🗓️ Exclusive Client Pre-Sale: Tuesday, November 11 @ 9:00 AM ET (24 hours only)
🗓️ Mailing List Access: Wednesday, November 12 @ 9:00 AM ET
🗓️ Public Registration: Monday, November 17 @ 9:00 AM ET

At the time of registration you will be presented with payment options.
You can pay in full or choose up to four (4) payments.
All payments must be received before 30 days from the event start.

Payment can be made via major credit card on our registration page (to be sent out when access is open)

Should it become necessary for you to cancel your participation in TWW Amansala 2026 Retreat, TWW requires notification in writing as soon as possible. Please be mindful that there are limited spots available, so please be sure to cancel early, if necessary, to allow the spot to go to another athlete.

Please submit your cancellation request to hello@thewonderwomen.com. You will receive an acknowledgement of your request with an outline of any refunds that apply.

Upon receiving notice of cancellation, we will make every effort to fill your spot from our waitlist. If your spot is filled, a full refund will be issued (regardless of the date, less admin fees).

 
CANCELLATION FEE:

Within 48 hours of registration: Full refund (no admin fees)

** Please note all registration deposits are final within 60 days of the event – 48 hour cancellation refund does NOT apply within 60 days of the event. **

After 48 hour period:

> 60 days before the event: 100% refund will be provided as long as your spot can be filled (prior to Jan 14, 2026)

60-31 days before the event: 50% refund available as long as your spot can be filled (Jan 15 – Feb 21, 2026)

30-0 days before the event: no refund will be issued unless your spot can be filled (Feb 13-March 15, 2026)

** Please note that for all cancelations, if your spot is filled, you will be refunded any payments less $500 admin fee **

Airports

Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Cancun International Airport is about 2 hours from the resort, and is the most popular airport in the area.

Tulum International Airport/Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport (TQO)
Tulum Airport is a smaller airport and is located about 45 mins from the resort.

Shuttles can be arranged from either airport – a flight tracker doc will be made available so clients can connect with each other and share rides!

Flight Tracker
(Please note TWW staff is not responsible for arranging rides)


Transportation options
  1. Canada Transfers https://www.canadatransfers.com/
  2. Airport Taxi Transfers 
  3. Muvon https://muvon.mx/
  4. Amansala Hotel transportation – please contact the resort directly for assistance

Have a question we haven’t answered? Please feel free to email us at hello@thewonderwomen.com

What's included

What's NOT included

The Wonder Women

Rediscover your Strength.

March 15-21, 2026

Amansala Resort and Beach Club
Tulum, Mexico

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Michelle Macdonald

Michelle Macdonald

FOUNDER

Michelle has been competing and coaching since 2006, and her expertise is not only in physique preparation but also nutrition and flexibility training for athletes. She specializes in mental preparation, and long-term lifestyle transformation for women of all ages and backgrounds.

Michelle developed her own style of yoga training from studying under Emmy Cleaves, Mary Jarvis, Esak Garcia and Michael Gannon. She taught in India for a year and practiced an advanced series rigorously to deepen her understanding of yoga. She has been certified since 2003 in the Bikram Method and since 2015 in the Ashtanga Method.

In 2010 she graduated from culinary school and interned at the prestigious No. 9 Park in Boston. It was in school where she developed a deeper understanding of macro-based nutrition and how to prepare nutritious food fast without sacrificing taste.

She also mentored under Jean-Jacques since 2011 to understand the most up-to-date methodologies to prepare athletes for the stage. She’s a certified ISSA Strength and Conditioning Specialist and a Precision Nutrition Certified Sports Nutrition Coach, and is known worldwide for her Transformation Programs. Michelle continues to expand her knowledge base through courses, seminars and workshops.

Jean-Jacques Barrett

Jean-Jacques Barrett

Transformation Coach

A 5x Pro Fitness Model Champion and creator of his own evidence-based training system, JJ combines deep industry knowledge with a calm, collaborative approach that empowers athletes to think critically, train intelligently, and execute relentlessly.

His coaching journey began in 2007 when he won the MVP Quest Physique Model Search during his first year of competition. That win ignited a passion for high-level performance and led to an internship with Olympic-level strength coaches in Montreal. These formative years cemented his foundational belief: that natural athletes deserve systems built for excellence—not shortcuts.

In 2015, JJ launched his own coaching methodology rooted in long-term health, intelligent progression, and athlete self-leadership. As the TWW Coaching Manager, he mentors team coaches and ensures clients benefit from strategic structure and elite-level standards.

Joan Macdonald

Joan Macdonald

Transformation Coach

At 70 years old, Joan MacDonald decided it was time to take back her health, work with her coach, Michelle MacDonald, and transform her habits— and in the process, she transformed everything.

Now in her late 70s, Joan has become one of the most inspiring fitness figures in the world, showing millions of women that it’s never too late to start. Through her platform, Train With Joan, she helps women over 50 rebuild their strength, confidence, and health one step at a time — no quick fixes, no gimmicks, just consistency and compassion.

Joan’s journey has been featured on global platforms, from People Magazine to The Today Show, inspiring a movement of women to take control of their health and rewrite what aging looks like.

Her message is simple but powerful:
You’re never too old, and it’s never too late to feel strong, capable, and proud of yourself.

Molly Kieland

Molly Kieland

Transformation Coach | Identity-Based Strength & Mindset Specialist for Women 50+

Molly Kieland is a Transformation Coach with The Wonder Women who brings a rare blend of strategic precision, neuroscience-informed coaching, and deep soul-level leadership to every client she serves. With certifications in SFG I & II (StrongFirst Kettlebell), and holistic health education from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN), Molly helps high-achieving women in their 50s rewrite the story of who they are—starting with the body, but never ending there.

Marcie Sislow

Marcie Sislow

Transformation Coach | Mindset & Performance Specialist for Women 35+

A lifelong athlete, Marcie’s roots in fitness run deep. She grew up sprinting on the track and playing competitive soccer, always knowing that movement was part of her identity. After becoming a mother, she briefly lost that connection—but found her way back through lifting, eventually landing in Michelle MacDonald’s world in 2019. That moment rekindled a fire and led her to evolve from gym floor trainer to online transformation coach—launching her own business during COVID and ultimately joining The Wonder Women team.

Marcie’s coaching is defined by precision, personalization, and integrity. She strips away fluff and delivers structured programming, honest feedback, and mindset tools that meet women where they are—whether they’re seasoned lifters or scared to step in the gym. Her clients often describe her as equal parts tough love and fierce support.

Nancy Tang

Nancy Tang

Transformation Coach | Barbell & Mindset Specialist for Women Seeking Total Transformation

Nancy Tang is an Impact Coach with The Wonder Women who brings intensity, presence, and deep emotional intelligence to every transformation she leads. A Certified ISSA Personal Trainer, Bodybuilding Specialist, and Precision Nutrition Coach, Nancy combines progressive training with mindset recalibration to help women of all ages build lasting strength—from the inside out.