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Sankofa Reset is a series of culturally centered Black wellness retreats designed to help adults step away from daily demands, restore their energy, and reconnect with themselves and their community. Rooted in African and African Diaspora culture, each retreat combines rest, reflection, movement, nourishing food, meaningful conversation, joy, and authentic connection.
Hosted by Sankofa Travels with Kofi, Sankofa Reset was created because rest should be treated as a necessity, not a luxury.
Whether overlooking the ocean, surrounded by mountains, or immersed in vibrant cultural communities, each retreat creates space to slow down, heal, laugh, learn, and simply breathe.
Based in Petersburg, Virginia, Sankofa Reset welcomes participants from Richmond, Central Virginia, the Mid-Atlantic region, and beyond. Retreats may be offered in Virginia, across the United States, and at select international destinations.
We merge ancient diaspora wisdom with modern wellness practices to create spaces of total restoration.
Modern life asks us to constantly produce, perform, and push through. Many of us spend so much time caring for others that we rarely make space to care for ourselves. Sankofa Reset offers an intentional opportunity to pause, unburden your mind, and restore emotional balance. Through movement, deep rest, wholesome local meals, cultural experiences, personal reflection, music, dance, and genuine connection, each retreat is designed to renew your body and spirit. You'll deepen your connection to African and Afro-Diasporic traditions, build community with supportive, like-minded people, and rediscover the joy, clarity, and creative inspiration needed for your next chapter.
Every Sankofa Reset retreat is unique, but experiences may include:
Our retreats balance structured programming with plenty of time to simply rest and enjoy the destination.
Whether you're a professional experiencing burnout, an entrepreneur carrying the weight of leadership, a caregiver who consistently puts others first, a creative searching for fresh inspiration, someone navigating a major life transition, or simply ready to prioritize yourself, Sankofa Reset offers the space to pause, recharge, and reconnect with what matters most.
The Akan concept of Sankofa teaches us that we must look back to move forward.
Sankofa Reset embraces that wisdom by creating experiences that nourish the whole person while honoring the history, traditions, resilience, and creativity of people across the African diaspora.
"Rest is not an escape from the work.
Rest prepares us for the work."
Culturally grounded Black wellness retreats designed to help you rest with intention, reconnect with purpose and return renewed.
Everything you need to know about Sankofa Reset retreats.
Our retreats intentionally blend wellness, cultural exploration, personal growth, and community. You'll enjoy time to relax while also participating in experiences that encourage reflection, learning, and meaningful connection.
No. Every retreat includes optional experiences, giving you the freedom to customize your stay. Whether you want to join every session or spend an afternoon relaxing by the pool, the choice is yours.
Sankofa Reset is rooted in celebrating Black culture and the African diaspora, and our programming is designed with that community at the center. We welcome anyone who values and respects that mission and wants to engage in the experience with openness and appreciation.
Absolutely. No prior experience with yoga, meditation, dance, or wellness practices is required.
Retreats will take place in carefully selected destinations across the United States, the Caribbean, Africa, and beyond, each chosen for its beauty, cultural significance, and opportunities for rest and renewal.
Sankofa Reset retreats are designed for adults seeking culturally affirming opportunities to rest, reflect, reconnect, and recharge. Some retreats are open to all adults, while others are created specifically for women, men, couples, leaders, or people navigating major life transitions.
Inclusions vary by retreat and may include accommodations, meals, wellness programming, cultural activities, and local transportation. Review the individual retreat listing and registration information for a complete list of inclusions and exclusions.
No. Participants receive preparation, instructions, and support before each retreat, whether the destination is domestic or international.
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