My Homeland, Your Healing: Why You Should Vacation in Belize

by Charlene Perez Jewett, Founder of Modality Life Practice

I don’t talk about this often, but my roots run deep in a beautiful place called Belize—a small, vibrant country in Central America where my story began. Before there was Modality, before Pilates, before Texas… there was Belize: lush rainforests, bright blue waters, and the kind of culture that teaches you how to survive, thrive, and move with grace through life’s toughest challenges.

If you’ve been feeling the pull to disconnect, recharge, or just breathe a little deeper, I want to invite you to experience Belize—not just as a tourist, but as a traveler with intention. This country raised me. Its rhythm lives in everything we do here at Modality, from the warmth in our space to the soul in our movement.

Let me show you why this hidden gem deserves a spot on your healing journey.

The Water Is Different in Belize

Literally. And spiritually.

The beaches of Ambergris Caye and Placencia aren’t just stunning—they’re soothing. The clear, turquoise sea has a way of pulling tension from your body, and the gentle pace of island life invites your nervous system to finally exhale.

Nature That Heals and Humbles You

In Belize, the jungle is alive. You can hike under canopies in the Cayo District, stand beneath waterfalls, or float through ancient Maya caves that feel like sacred spaces. It’s the kind of nature that reminds you who you are and how small (and sacred) this life really is.

A Culture Full of Soul

Belize is a beautiful blend of cultures: Creole, Garifuna, Maya, Mestizo—and everyone has a story. Growing up, I heard these stories over rice and beans with stew chicken, barefoot in the dirt, dancing to drums in the distance.

This is where I learned community.

This is where I learned resilience.

This is where I found God in the everyday.

Why It Matters at Modality

Everything I’ve built at Modality—the warmth, the prayer space, the belief that healing is possible through movement and stillness—started in Belize. I grew up working hard in restaurants as a kid, barely sleeping, but dreaming big. And God honored that.

So when you come to class here, you’re not just stretching and sweating—you’re stepping into a legacy of healing that started far from the studio floor.

Modality Retreat: We’re Going to Belize!

I’m so excited to share that I’m currently planning a Modality Retreat in Belize! This will be a chance to experience the healing rhythms of my homeland through movement, rest, and cultural connection.

Stay tuned for dates and details—coming soon.

Belize is waiting for you.

And I can’t wait to share her with you.

Love,

Charlene

Founder, Modality Life Practice