Discover a world of activities

Buccament Bay Resort is the perfect holiday destination for all the family, offering a variety of activities to cater for all interests. Experience professional coaching at the Liverpool Football Club Soccer School, develop your skills at the Pat Cash Tennis Academy or follow your passion at the Harlequin Performing Arts Academy.

Cricket Academy

Cricket Academy

A unique opportunity for children aged 6-16 years to receive hands-on coaching from some of the world's greatest cricket stars, in the surroundings of St Vincent in the Caribbean whilst enjoying a 5 Star family holiday in the beautiful Buccament Bay Resort.

At the Cricket Academy, your children will be taught and inspired by an experienced coaching team to provide the ultimate in cricket training, for 2 hours each weekday morning. No previous cricket experience is required.

Your children will return home with new skills, fresh confidence and a real excitement for the season ahead.

Pat Cash Tennis Academy

Pat Cash first came to the tennis world’s attention as a junior player in the early 1980’s. He was ranked the top junior player in the world in 1981 and in 1982 he won the junior titles at both Wimbledon and the US Open. He turned professional in 1982 and won his first top level singles title that year in Melbourne. In 1983 Cash became the youngest player to play in a Davis Cup final. The crowning moment of his career came at Wimbledon in 1987 when he defeated the World Number 1, Ivan Lendl, in the final to become the Wimbledon Champion. He is a five times Grand Slam Finalist, winner of the Davis Cup twice and a respected worldwide television commentator.

The Pat Cash Tennis Academy at Buccament Bay Resort provides unique training and coaching programmes for both children and adults, developed from Pat’s many years of learning during his playing career, his analytical approach and most recently the application of his knowledge in coaching on the professional tour. Players of all abilities are given encouragement and training to develop the skills necessary to enjoy the game at the level they wish to play and video analysis to improve their technique. Pat will hold coaching clinics and play in exhibition matches at Buccament Bay Resort throughout the year.

Tennis Academy Coaches

Pat Cash

Pat Cash

Pat Cash has a unique approach to coaching developed from his many years of learning during his playing career, his analytical approach and most recently the application of his knowledge in coaching on the professional tour. He will hold coaching clinics and play in exhibition matches at Buccament Bay Resort throughout the year.

James Droy

James Droy

Head Tennis Coach

James Droy is a DCA LTA Licensed UK Tennis Coach and PTR Professional and has been coaching tennis since 2001. He has worked with all ages and abilities from beginners to high level club players and has coached in the UK and at La Manga in Spain. He has been working with Pat Cash to learn his approach to tennis and coaching techniques.

Soccer School

We are pleased to announce that Andy Townsend & Mark Bowen (Fulham FC) will both be at Buccament Bay Resort for one week at the end of October 2011 to coach during the School Half-Term.

Guests will receive a daily group coaching schedule upon arrival into the resort. Please note that this coaching is mainly aimed at children (6+) and teenagers. There will be games outside of coaching times with both players for adults and children.

There are also plans for ex-player coaching during future school holidays with at least 1 ex-player for each week of the August school holidays in 2012, from week commencing 23rd July 2012 to 25th August 2012. Details are to be announced nearer the time.


Liverpool Football Club is the most successful English football team, having won 5 European Cups and 18 league (English Premier League, formerly First Division) titles amongst a record 40 major honours. Great players from the past include Kevin Keegan, Kenny Dalglish, David Fairclough and Ian Rush, through to the modern era of Fernando Torres and Steven Gerrard.

Buccament Bay Resort is the first of Harlequin’s resorts to feature a Liverpool Football Club Soccer School. The Soccer School provides training and coaching programmes for both adults and children aged 5 and above in an environment where everyone is given the opportunity to play football to the best of their ability, with encouragement and training to develop the skills necessary to enjoy the game at whatever level they wish to play. Coaching sessions are interactive, challenging and fun.

The programmes teach the fundamental techniques of the game and show players how to develop their ball skills, focussing on the tactical, physical, mental and social elements of the game. Whilst developing players as individuals, the coaching also encourages players to work as a team both in defensive and attacking situations including positional sense, communication, handling, footwork, distribution, crosses, organisational skills, kicking, agility and flexibility.

Harlequin allows children from local schools and football associations to use the Liverpool Football Club Soccer Schools at Buccament Bay Resort to improve the standard of football and give opportunities to talented youngsters with Liverpool Football Club to encourage education through sports as part of its commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility. Who knows, the next Steven Gerrard may be discovered in St Vincent!

The artificial pitch is available for fun-filled friendly football games for both adults and children supervised by the Liverpool Football Club Soccer School coaches at scheduled times each day when not being used for coaching.

Coaching

The football coaching courses take place over 4 days on the artificial pitch at Buccament Bay Resort. The coaches have been trained at the Liverpool Academy and use the Liverpool coaching guidelines and exercises.

Coaching programmes

The content of the coaching sessions is designed for the age group taking part. The final part of each session will be practice games.
The maximum number of children in a session will be 15. Times for each session will be given when you arrive at the resort.
Refreshments will be provided during and after each session.

5 to 7 Years

Each session will start with fun games to warm up muscles and allow the children to get to know one another and the coach. This will be followed by games and drills working on the key techniques of the game:

  • Footwork, touch work, using both feet and the inside, outside and sole of the boot passing and control
  • Running with the ball and dribbling
  • Basic turns with the ball
  • Shooting and attacking

In addition the principles of teamwork for defence and attack, positional play and communication will be introduced at a very basic level e.g. close player down, side-on, make play predictable, eye on ball, etc.

The level of skills coached will depend on the ability of the children. Some of the following may be introduced:

  • Short, medium and long range passing
  • Ball control practice will include aerial control e.g. thigh, instep and chest
  • More advanced turning techniques e.g. Cruyff and stop turns
  • More advanced dribbling techniques e.g. step over, body fake etc.

8 to 11 years and 12 to 14 years

Each session will start with stretching and warm up exercises. This will be followed by games and drills working on the key techniques of the game as for the 5 to 7 year olds but at a higher level. Other key principles are developed if ability levels allow. For example, 2 v 2 defending which introduces the need for cover and balance by the covering defender and more advanced shooting techniques such as volleying.

Performing Arts

So, you've always wanted to know what it's like to be a West End or Broadway performer? Missed your chance to be on stage? Ever tried performing in front of an audience? Join us to explore your creative side in an enchanting and energetic environment in the beautiful surroundings of the Caribbean.

Master classes are designed and run by West End and Broadway professionals from hit musicals such as Phantom of the Opera, Wicked, Hairspray and Les Misérables giving you the chance to experience performance through vocal, acting and movement coaching by top stars in the industry.

Harlequin Performing Arts Academy provides an insight into the making of these shows and more. For adults over 15 and for children aged 10 to 14 years, classes comprise 3-hour sessions over 4 days leading to a final showcase performance at the resort. No previous experience is necessary.

Masterclass Workshops 2011

The masterclass workshops comprise of 3 hour lessons over 4 days - Monday to Thursday. Academy participants will have the opportunity to take part in a showcase performance at the resort on the final day of the masterclass workshop.

The maximum number of attendees is 40 per morning or afternoon session. A total of 80 per day.

Indigo Dive

The turquoise waters around St Vincent combined with gentle tropical breezes and endless sunny days offer some of the best diving and watersports opportunities in the Caribbean. Indigo Dive at Buccament Bay Resort offer a range of activities for guests. Hire a motor boat for a breathtaking, high speed adventure to explore the sparkling Caribbean Sea and its stunning islands further afield. Relaxing on the deck of a sleek motor Catamaran is the perfect way to view the stunning coastlines and azure waters of the Caribbean, visiting idyllic palm-fringed beaches and sheltered bays to swim and snorkel.

Live the dream and hire a yacht or sailing catamaran to leisurely cruise around the islands at your own pace. Deep sea fishing is a major sport in the Caribbean as the waters that surround the islands are home to many types of fish due to the vast differences in the underwater landscapes of the region. From shallow shores and reefs to deep water, there is an abundance of fish in every region including large sport fish.

Hiring a Kayak for a couple of hours is the perfect way to explore the sea and shoreline around the resort - easy to learn, fun and family-friendly. Taking a tour in a glass bottom boat makes for a dry way to explore the underwater world.

Indigo Dive is the only member of the Professional Association of Dive Instructors International Retail and Resort Association - PADI IRRA - in St Vincent. Their PADI dive professionals are dedicated to providing divers with service in accordance with PADI standards and they take great pride in the provision of world class dive training. PADI has the world’s largest recreational diving membership and has been running successfully since its introduction in 1966. Indigo Dive is a member of the Divers Alert Network, a non-profit organisation dedicated to the provision of industry leader assistance to divers in the form of medical advice and insurance. All divers undertaking a PADI course with Indigo Dive receive complimentary DAN student diver insurance.

Plus book with us to take advantage of a FREE Sunset Cruise with complimentary drinks and canapés - a fantastic complimentary excursion that is not to be missed!

The Spa

The Spa at Buccament Bay Resort

In the heart of Buccament Bay Resort is an oasis of peace and tranquillity. The Spa is the ideal escape from the stresses and strains of everyday life to relax, unwind and rejuvenate.

Cocoon-like treatment suites provide you with a private haven of relaxation allowing you to experience the full benefit from your ESPA treatment. Then enjoy cooling refreshments while you appreciate the natural beauty of your surroundings in this tropical paradise. For a truly heavenly experience enjoy a massage outdoors in a Thai pavilion on the deck or under a gazebo on the beach. Yoga and relaxation classes are offered on the large covered deck overlooking the pond.

Treatments by ESPA

At the heart of the ESPA philosophy is the determination to combine the most effective world therapies with the finest quality ingredients and skincare advances to deliver products and treatments that really work to enhance an individual’s lifestyle in a way that is both holistic and versatile. The result is an remarkable combination of spa inspired products, treatments and services that harness the best of aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, thalassotheraphy, and phytotherapy.

The ESPA Product range has been carefully formulated to deliver outstanding results for the face, body and mind. ESPA Products are developed from sourcing ingredients of the finest plant extracts and oils, to create a range rich in essential oils, plant extracts and deeply nourishing marine elements to engage your senses and nurture your skin leaving you looking and feeling refreshed, rejuvenated and radiant.

Every ESPA Treatment is a totally caring, personalised experience and the ultimate in luxury. The treatments are sensuous, relaxing yet intensive, releasing tension in energy points, inducing a deeper level of inner peace to rebalance and revive.

ESPA Signature Treatments

ESPA has created a selection of exceptional Signature Treatments for The Spa at Buccament Bay Resort designed specifically for the warm Caribbean weather and taking inspiration from the island and its rainforests. The treatments aim to provide guests with a deep sense of relaxation and wellbeing using lava stones from the beaches and local coconuts to help soothe, cool and refresh.

The Beauty Salon at Buccament Bay Resort

We invite you to indulge in our pure, botanical and exclusive hair range from Australia: UspaUspa products use the most optimal combination of herbal and scientific technology resulting in the highest level of sophistication and functionality. Uspa incorporates a holistic philosophy focusing on the physiological as well as the psychological benefits of the pure plant extracts incorporated in the products.

Fitness & Wellness Activities

Couples Yoga

Couples Yoga is a path through which the harmony of yoga can extend into one's personal relationships and uses special techniques which create a caring & supporting environment to help couples exchange energies and elevate their relationships from the physical to the spiritual level. It is a great way of discovering how to balance and work with each other's strengths and weaknesses. It helps you achieve spiritual communion with your partner, deepening your relationship and having some fun along the way. Guests may practice Couple’s Yoga with their spouse, child or friend. Minimum age 16 years.

Body & Soul Island Escape

Enjoy the beauty and natural environment of the island of St Vincent while taking exercise and practicing yoga. This escape includes a fitness walk along the Vermont Nature Trail followed by Yoga Nidra & a Wellness Lunch.

The Vermont Nature Trail

The Vermont Nature Trail is a beautiful rainforest path for hiking, bird watching or just enjoying one of the richest, natural environments on earth. A local guide joins us to enrich this experience by imparting their knowledge of the indigenous flora and fauna. Please wear fitness shoes or hiking boots.

Yoga Nidra

Yoga Nidra is a sleep-like state because the body is deeply relaxed as if in deep sleep but the consciousness remains alert. It is renowned for its rejuvenating and healing effects and has been found to reduce tension and anxiety. The practice includes deep relaxation & visualisation and beautifully balances the dynamism of the hike.

Wellness Lunch

A true celebration of indigenous and seasonal ingredients chosen for their taste as well as their nutritional properties including fresh herbs, fruits and vegetables organically grown locally. Lunch is enjoyed on a veranda with stunning panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. Maximum 10 people. Minimum age 16 years.

Individual Fusion Dance Lesson

An eclectic blend of hip hop, modern contemporary and jazz with great rhythms for an aerobic workout.

Fitness Centre

The Harlequin fitness centre at Buccament Bay Resort is fitted with state-of-the-art equipment by Technogym. The Technogym Excite™ cardiovascular machines feature Active Wellness TV™ touch screens for private entertainment and there is a range of Technogym Personal Selection™ physical training equipment including strength circuit machines, free weights and dumbbells. An experienced team of qualified personal trainers caters to all fitness levels and conduct an array of daily group training sessions such as Yoga, Pilates, Spin Classes, Football and Meditation. One to one private instruction can also be arranged.

Individual Fitness Assessment

Let qualified fitness instructors assess your current physical wellbeing. They will conduct a complete analysis on all aspects of your wellbeing. Their trained staff will offer advice on areas to address and guidance on sensible corrective steps to improve your fitness level. This will include a tailored programme of exercise personalised for you and your lifestyle. After one session you can expect to be comfortable training within the Fitness Studio.

Personal Training

Need a little more from your workout? Let Instructors review your routine and help you achieve new goals, whether you exercise regularly or require a helping hand to lead you back into the gym, their team will ensure that you are exercising safely and with a purpose. If you are looking for specific improvements, or as part of a weight management programme, there is no more effective way to improve your level of fitness. Working on your core stability, flexibility and using the latest techniques and elements you will see and feel the difference. Nutritional and home lifestyle advice is also offered with your Personal Training package for long term fitness maintenance.

Personal Football Training

A series of exercises and circuit training on their professional football ground specifically designed to improve strength, agility, coordination and skill whilst boosting your cardio vascular fitness. Suitable for adults and children over 14 years old who are already training.

Activate

  

ACTIVATE your inner energies with the revitilising and rejuvenating Fitness Programs guided by our exercise specialist and group training master. For all Classes & Activities please reserve your place at the Spa Reception.

Yoga Salutation to the Sun & Sunset Hatha Yoga (on the Beach)

ACTIVATE your inner wellness with a yoga stretch class at sunrise and at sunset. This is a dynamic routine of yoga poses to tone and energize.

Individual Yoga lessons are also available and require advance reservation.

Beach Box & Thai Boxing (with James & Norman on the Beach)

Activate the fighter in you, sculpt the body you want by kicking and punching the fat and flab away.

Flab to Flat Abs (with James on the beach)

Activate your abs, get rid of the fat in your trunk and crunch your way to a new trim, defined waistline. A great core workout!

Cardio Sweat and Tone Circuit Training (in the Gym)

ACTIVATE your metabolism and kick start weight loss in a wonderful cardio sweat and tone circuit class, 45 minutes in the gym is all it takes to define your body.

Cardio Spin (with Norman on the Gym Deck)

ACTIVATE your heart in a super spinning class. The most important muscle in the body needs conditioning, so keep your heart healthy and spin into a fat burning zone with a 45minute spinning class on the deck at the gym.

Soca Soccer (with Roger & Marlon on the Beach)

Inspired by Brazilian football this is an amazing workout to the eclectic rhythm of soca music. Great fun!

Agility & Conditioning Circuit (with Norman on the Soccer Field)

A fun circuit inspired by athletic soccer training, great full body workout!

Personal Training

If you are looking for specific improvements or as part of a weight management programme, there is no more effective way to improve your level of fitness. Working on your core stability, flexibility and using the latest techniques and elements you will see and feel the difference. Nutritional and home lifestyle advice is also offered with your Personal Training package for long term fitness.

Vermont Nature Trail Fitness Walk

Walk through a 10,870 acres rainforest through wonderful bridges, creeks and breath taking natural environment. Vermont reserve is home of the endemic St. Vincent parrot. There are about 500 St. Vincent parrots and about 100 of them live here. There is a good chance of spotting them as well as lots of other interesting birds, animals and plants. Our Guide will enrich your hike with knowledge on the biodiversity of the magical surroundings.

Body & Soul Island Escape

Enjoy the beauty and natural environment of the island of St Vincent while taking exercise and practicing yoga. This escape includes a fitness walk along the Vermont Nature Trail followed by Yoga Nidra & a Wellness Lunch.

The Vermont Nature Trail Fitness Walk

Rainforest adventure for hiking, bird watching or just enjoying one of the richest natural environments on earth. A local guide joins us to enrich this experience by imparting their knowledge of the indigenous flora and fauna. Please wear fitness shoes or hiking boots.

Yoga Nidra

Yoga Nidra translates as “sleepless sleep” as the body is deeply relaxed as if in deep sleep but the consciousness remains alert. It is renowned for its rejuvenating and healing effects and has been found to reduce tension and anxiety. The practice includes deep relaxation & visualisation and beautifully balances the dynamism of the hike.

Wellness Lunch

A true celebration of indigenous and seasonal ingredients chosen for their taste as well as their nutritional properties including fresh herbs, fruits and vegetables organically grown locally. Lunch is enjoyed on a veranda with stunning panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.

Kids Club

The Little Harlequins Kids Club provides day care for young children with closely supervised, fun-filled activities, age appropriate toys, puzzles and games.

Little Harlequins activities include:

  • Beach party. Half day*
  • Glass bottom boat ride & snorkelling. Half day*
  • Dolphin spotting by power boat. Half day*
  • Beach bonfire. Evening*
  • Sea-shell treasure hunt and visit to turtle sanctuary on Bequia. Full day*

Baby-sitting

A baby-sitting service. Available from 7pm until midnight*.

Toddlers Package

Includes a cot, milk warmer, high chair, stroller

* Not included in all inclusive price. Additional charge will apply.