Experience an extraordinary fusion of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and yoga in the stunning setting of Mallorca's Mediterranean coast. The 2025 Fall Festival transforms the exclusive Gran Meliá Hotel de Mar into an immersive wellness sanctuary, where participants can craft their perfect balance of intensive training, mindful practice, and luxurious relaxation. This unique adults-only festival offers unrestricted access to world-class BJJ seminars, diverse yoga sessions, and innovative wellness activities like Wim Hof Method training and freediving, all while enjoying the spectacular seaside location and premium accommodations.
Experience an extraordinary fusion of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and yoga in the stunning setting of Mallorca's Mediterranean coast. The 2025 Fall Festival transforms the exclusive Gran Meliá Hotel de Mar into an immersive wellness sanctuary, where participants can craft their perfect balance of intensive training, mindful practice, and luxurious relaxation. This unique adults-only festival offers unrestricted access to world-class BJJ seminars, diverse yoga sessions, and innovative wellness activities like Wim Hof Method training and freediving, all while enjoying the spectacular seaside location and premium accommodations.
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What is the festival?
The 2025 Fall Festival, hosted by Mallorca BJJ and Yoga Festival, is a unique event offering immersive BJJ and yoga experiences combined with wellness activities, live entertainment, and cultural events.
Where and when is the festival?
Location: Gran Melia De Mar, Palma de Mallorca, Spain
Dates: October 23 - 28, 2025
Check-in: 6 pm on October 23
Check-out: 11 am on October 28
Who can attend?
This is an adults-only festival for ages 18+, although teens 15-17 may attend if accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. No prior BJJ or yoga experience is required; all levels are welcome.
How do I confirm my place?
Reserve your spot through the ‘BOOK NOW’ page, which links to WeTravel, our secure payment processor. Payments can be made via bank transfer, Visa, Mastercard, AMEX, or PayPal.
What’s included with a festival stay ticket?
What is NOT included in the festival hotel ticket?
Are non-stay tickets available?
Yes, non-stay tickets include access to all activities, seminars, and entertainment but exclude accommodation, breakfast, and the opening/closing dinners.
Booking and Room Options
Can I choose my room?
Rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis. The hotel has identical rooms with private balconies and sea views on all floors. Top-floor rooms offer panoramic views over the Balearic pines. Early bookings are prioritized for higher floors, though many enjoy the charm of lower rooms as well.
I’m a single guest; can I share a room to save money?
Yes, you can request a shared room option, and we will match you with a same-sex roommate if possible. If no roommate is available, you’ll have the room to yourself at no additional cost.
Can I extend my stay?
Yes, you may book extra days before or after the festival through our WeTravel page as an add-on.
Is there an installment plan for payment?
Yes, installment options are available depending on the booking date. You can reserve your spot with a deposit and then make scheduled monthly payments. For full details, visit the ‘BOOK NOW’ page.
Activities and Schedule
What will a typical day look like?
Your schedule is entirely customizable. You may participate in daily seminars, yoga sessions, workshops, or take time to relax by the pool or beach. A festival app will help coordinate activities with fellow guests.
Where are the seminars held?
All seminars are on-site at the hotel. Spaces include a large BJJ Hall, outdoor yoga areas, smaller indoor yoga rooms, a terrace for open mats, shaded spots for acro yoga, and a secluded cove for freediving.
Is the festival suitable for beginners?
Yes! Both BJJ and yoga offer beginner classes, so even those new to these practices can fully participate.
How does this festival differ from a yoga retreat?
The festival offers a vibrant schedule of workshops and seminars to immerse in various practices rather than a quiet retreat. There is a mix of structured activities and personal downtime for exploration.
Food and Dining
What meals are provided?
Your ticket includes breakfast each day, as well as opening and closing night dinners on October 23 and 27. These include a range of Spanish dishes and beverages. Meals for the middle three nights and all lunches are up to you.
Are there budget-friendly dining options nearby?
Yes, the Cas Catala/San Agustin area offers a variety of affordable dining options, from local empanadas and tapas to takeaway cafes. A nearby Spar grocery also provides affordable items, and each room has a mini-fridge.
Festival Essentials
What should I bring?
Is travel insurance required?
While not mandatory, travel insurance is strongly recommended to cover trip cancellations and unexpected expenses. Festival payments become non-refundable after July 20, 2024.
Can I do laundry at the festival?
Yes, a daily laundry service is available from October 24-27, with same-day returns. Prices are approximately €20 for a 14 kg bag, so sharing a bag with another guest can save on costs. All Gis are washed in cold water and air-dried.
Other FAQs
Can I attend for less than 5 days?
Tickets are for the full 5-day experience. While you may arrive late or leave early, the full festival ticket is required.
Can I attend without staying at the festival hotel?
Yes, though staying off-site might not offer significant savings. Non-stay tickets are limited and subject to availability based on hotel capacity.
Are kids allowed?
This is an adults-only festival. However, attendees aged 15-17 are permitted if accompanied by a parent or guardian.
I enjoy quiet practice. Will the festival be too loud for me?
The festival has a peaceful atmosphere, with most guests rising early to start the day and resting in the evenings. The opening and closing nights may have light music, but overall, it is a calm event with an emphasis on wellness.
Can I bring my non-participating partner?
Yes, they are welcome to join and enjoy the hotel amenities, though they will need to purchase a standard festival ticket.
Gran Meliá Hotel de Mar is an adults-only luxury retreat nestled in the upscale neighborhood of Illetas, Mallorca. This sophisticated property, known as "the chocolate building" for its distinctive tiled exterior, offers a perfect blend of historical charm and modern elegance. As a member of Leading Hotels of the World, it provides discerning guests with exceptional amenities and personalized service.
The hotel boasts stunning Mediterranean views, a tranquil pool area with plush Bali beds, and a secluded sandy cove. Recently, it partnered with Italian fashion designer Alberta Ferretti to create the exclusive Bombon Pool Club, featuring stylish cabanas and loungers adorned with iconic tie-dye prints.
Accommodations at Gran Meliá Hotel de Mar are thoughtfully designed with bespoke furnishings that echo Mallorcan artisanal heritage. Suites offer private balconies with sea views, ensuring a serene and luxurious experience. The property features three restaurants, including the glamorous Amaro Bar & Lounge, which serves international cuisine and cocktails with a 1950s flair.
The entire property is booked for the event.
Various options available:
Travel insurance recommended. Festival payments non-refundable after July 20, 2024.
