CAYMAN BRAC
From January
23rd to 27th , Thursday to Monday – National Heroes Day!
BRACFEST is a celebration of the outdoor lifestyle and is open to ALL enthusiastic beings!
The event is organized by the Grand Cayman and Cayman Brac climbing and yoga community for all of you! The main organizers of the event are Rock Iguana Ltd., Yogi Wall, Grand Cayman Climbing Gym, Sannyasa and some occasional volunteers here and there.
Every year we have hundreds of famous sightings of boobies, rock iguanas, brac parrots, frigate birds, sharks, turtles, eagle rays and… as well as many humans 😉 creating a perfect dance flow between holding and releasing, at ALL LEVELS!
Cayman Brac is the perfect little secret gem for immersing yourself in the great outdoors, there’s something for everyone, whether you’re a rock climber, a diver, a yogi, a paddler, a cyclist, a hiker or just an outdoor enthusiast who loves being in nature with a fun group of beings. It offers world-class rock climbing and diving, hundreds of caves, beautiful hikes to explore and the most stunning sunrises and sunsets you could ask for, even yoga classes are held in a beautiful outdoor studio Yogi Wall – a sacred sanctuary.
Bracfest Festival was born in 2020!
The festival raises funds for CBRAC (Cost to Bluff Recreation Access and Conservation) to protect this beautiful island of Cayman Brac.
CBRAC – Coast to Bluff Recreational Access and Conversation – more information: www.cbrac.ky
EVERYONE IS WELCOME!
On this page you will find the general schedule and guided climbing/abseiling activities and yoga classes that need to be booked in advance as space is limited. You can also pay your KYD$25 registration fee on this webpage (100% of the funds go to CBRAC to protect the land on the Brac) and give you access to ALL programs and activities at a discounted rate. There will be more spontaneous activities happening and meetups for diving and climbing while you are here!
For accommodations, we suggest looking into renting a house with friends, you can find them at www.vrbo.com or www.airbnb.com . Book a flight to Brac at www.caymanairways.com
How do I book?
To book guided climbing and yoga on this page, follow these steps:
- Book your Bracfest ticket using the green button below. One ticket per attendee is required, no matter how many events you attend. Click “Checkout” to add it to the cart.
- Book individual events by clicking the green “Book now” buttons in the schedule below, then click “Checkout” to add it to the cart.
- Complete your purchase by clicking on the shopping cart in the bottom right corner of the screen.
- Review your events, enter your contact/payment details.
- Enjoy the festival!
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BRACFEST ACTIVITIES SCHEDULE |
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| THURSDAY, JANUARY 23 | |
| 7:30pm – 8:45pm | Return to the Light – Restorative Yoga with Katie
Join us for a practice centered on breath, relaxation, stillness, and silence. Moving with gentle awareness through a series of restorative and yin asanas (postures) under the stars and candlelight on the Yogi Wall to contemplate and refine intentions that lead us on our path and illuminate our way—from the faded past, through the darkness of winter, toward the bright future. Location : Yogi Wall Suggested donation : USD $25 |
| FRIDAY, JANUARY 24 |
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| Fun all day long | Diving with Brac Scuba Shack
OR Unguided community climbing Find a buddy and CLIMB ON! |
| 19:00 – 21:00 | Welcome Dinner Indian Buffet – Le Soleil D’or The Farm Restaurant
Places are limited! Reservations are required. Reservations are required at Le Soleil D’or: +1 345 948 0555 |
| SATURDAY, JANUARY 25 |
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| 6:45 am | Nature walk in the Parrot Reserve
Take a break from climbing and join Matt for a captivating nature walk through the Cayman Brac Parrot Reserve, where lush tropical foliage and vibrant birdlife await. Explore a winding trail shaded by towering trees, listening for the sounds of the Brac Parrot echoing through the air. Location: Meet at the Parrot Reserve parking lot at 6:45am. Tour starts at 7am. Bring a bottle of water, insect repellent, sunscreen, and binoculars. Price: Voluntary donations to the Cayman Brac District Committee of the National Trust for the Cayman Islands. |
| 8:15am – 9:15am | Yoga for flexibility and mobility with Renée Ravazzani
Location: Yogi Wall Price: USD $25 The practice begins with a good warm-up, including simple mobility exercises and breathing exercises, flowing from one posture to another, working on active and passive flexibility, giving our body time to adjust to the posture and explore the range of movement of our joints. |
| 9:30am – 11:00am | Arm balance workshop with Renée Ravazzani
Arm balance is available for all levels! In this class, you will learn the technique and variation of the pose that works for you. We are all different! Expect to do some “out of the ordinary” exercises that stimulate different areas of our brain and vestibular system (also known as balance and proprioception) so that we can successfully practice poses such as Crow, Headstand, Forearm Balance, and Handstands. You can choose the pose you want to work on during class. Location : Yogi Wall Price : USD $35 |
| 2:30pm – 5:30pm | Introduction to Rock Climbing – Beginners/Intermediates
The perfect session for beginners looking to delve deeper into the world of rock climbing, or for existing climbers who need a skills refresher. This session will provide an introduction to sport rock climbing and cover some basic belay techniques, knots, communication, and climbing technique. Location : South East Side Beach Price : USD $149 (discounted price for Bracfest attendees) |
| 7:00pm | Beach bonfire |
| SUNDAY, JANUARY 26 |
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| 8:15am – 9:15am | Hatha Flow for Climbers – Heart Opening with Angel Robledo
Location : Yogi Wall Price : USD $25 A gentle flow focusing on opening the heart space. The class starts off with slow sun salutations followed by asanas and various postures dedicated to working into the shoulders, arms, upper back & hips. Asanas focusing on opening the chest space will bring a sense of joy, compassion, and intuition to open a beautiful weekend of climbing, diving, and Bracfest activities. |
| 9:30am – 10:30am | Yin Yoga with Angel Robledo
Location : Yogi Wall Price: USD $25 This class will focus on the hips and shoulders, and works the deeper levels of the body and mind. Yin poses are held for 3-6 minutes, allowing for a deeper journey into the fascia, yin tissues, connective tissues, tendons, ligaments, and joints of the body. |
| 4:30pm – 6:00pm | Beach cleaning Location: South East Side Beach – (Trash bags provided, bring your own gloves if desired) Give back to nature and the climbing community by donating your time to help clean up the beach that leads to some of our favorite climbing crags! |
| 19:00h | Beach Club Closing Party
Reservations are recommended. Reservation at Le Soleil D’or: (345) 938-7852 Or reservations@lesoleildor.com |
| MONDAY, JANUARY 27 | |
| 8:15am – 9:15am | Hatha Flow Yoga with Colby Offutt
Location : Yogi Wall Price : USD $25 A gentle flow starts off with slow sun salutations followed by asanas and various postures dedicated to working into the shoulders, arms, upper back & hips. |
| 9:30AM – 10:30AM | Restorative Yoga with Colby Offutt
Location : Yogi Wall Price : USD $25 In this class, we will cultivate deep relaxation through supported resting positions and slow breathing, which directly rebalances the nervous system and allows the body to heal and regulate itself. |
| The rest of the day… | Relax, eat, drink, sleep, snorkel, enjoy or keep climbing!!!
Location: Your bed? Hammock? Pool? Ocean? Cliff? Thank you for participating in BRACFEST 2025! |
Please contact these companies directly for the activities below:
Brac Scuba Shack – Scuba Diving
Boat diving, shore diving and tank/equipment rental
10% of Bracfest’ers profits will be generously donated to CBRAC
Email: info@bracscubashack.com
Phone: 1-345-925-3215/1-345-948-8472
Website: www.bracscubashack.com
Active Pursuit – Bike Rentals
Phone: +1 (345) 927-0434
Mobile: +1 (345) 923-7222
Email: info@activepursuit.ky
Website: www.activepursuit.ky
Meet the Yoga instructors:
Angel Robledo – Brazil
Founder of Yogi Wall and co-founder of Rock Iguana Ltd.
Yoga first came to Angel’s attention in 2001 while studying Tibetan Buddhist philosophy.
In 2012, she attended a Yoga Ashram in Rishikesh, India, and began creating her own routines to alleviate her lower back pain, happily sharing these movements with fellow yogis and students. She has returned to India many times since then, where she completed her teacher training in Dharamsala, but continues to take courses and study on her own daily, always seeking to expand and share her knowledge.
The angels wish to create on Cayman Brac a true community of yogis and a sacred place to practice yoga and meditation .
“ The Yogi Wall is her expression of Love for all Beings and Mother Nature. Having an outdoor yoga space embraced by nature is Mother’s gift to all who enter the sacred space.
Renee Ravazzani – Argentina
Founder of Sannyasa Yoga & Acrobatics – sannyasa.yoga
Renée is an entrepreneurial yoga instructor certified by the International Yoga Alliance, an aerial circus performer, a rock climber, a diver, and a fire dancer! At the age of 20, she saw the Cirque Du Soleil show for the first time and knew that this was what she wanted to do. A few years later, Renée said “so long” to Argentina, her home country, to pursue her dreams and explore the world. During her travels, she has had the opportunity to continue her education, perform, and teach in places such as France, Spain, Mexico, Brazil, India, and now the Cayman Islands, where she lives full-time. With a Master’s degree in Physical Education and 12 years of experience, she pursues her passion for helping others overcome fears and motivating them to discover a new world of physical activities such as aerial weaves, aerial hoops, flexibility, yoga, and acroyoga classes.
Katie Ebanks – USA
Yoga Teacher (YTT 200 hours)/ Marine Biologist
Katie has been practicing yoga for about 15 years, however, the decision to fully incorporate the eight limbs of yoga as part of her daily life didn’t come until much later. She began teaching in 2021 to deepen her personal practice in pursuit of self-love, happiness, and tranquility. Katie enjoys a deeply meditative practice where she has the opportunity to be still and present, however, she loves teaching anyone and everyone about the many benefits of yoga, the yamas, and how a deep connection with mother earth (unci makha) can truly change lives. Katie completed her 200-hour yoga teacher training through the School Yoga Institute and is certified by the Yoga Alliance. She is also an SDI Open Water Scuba Instructor, so when she’s not practicing yoga, you can usually find her underwater!
Colby Offutt – USA
Yoga Teacher (200-Hour YTT)
A natural competitor, Colby has tested his skills recently in boxing and wakeboarding. Growing up on a lake, he developed a love for cliff jumping—executing flips and maneuvers that pushed the limits of gravity. Yet, for Colby, the thrill wasn’t always in the jump; sometimes, it was in the climb.
Colby brings this same sense of adventure and discipline to his yoga teaching, inspiring students to build love, strength, flexibility, and confidence both on and off the mat.