"Awaken Within": A Yoga of Awareness Retreat for Women 

This retreat is designed to welcome both beginners and experienced yogis with emphasis on mindful living, discovering or deepening your yoga ritual, and cultivating self-awareness in a supportive, inclusive environment. You will return home with an adaptable yoga tool kit for integrating yoga into daily life on and off the mat. You will re-discover your Karma: the lessons you need to integrate into this lifetime to discover your joy-filled authentic self! You will return home with a deeper understanding of Kriya-yogah: Yoga in action, that helps you mentally tackle the hurdles of your day to day life. This practice is not limited to physical yoga on a mat, but yoga that helps you solve the real-world problem in front of you, moment-by-moment. 

Yoga of Awareness refers to the deep, conscious understanding and presence that arises through the consistent practice of yoga. Yoga is more than just doing the postures (Asanas) - it’s about developing mindful awareness of the body, breath, mind, emotions, and spirit. We will weave together these elements along with Yoga's sister, Ayurveda, to cultivate a self-loving practice that suits your body and soothes your dominant element (Dosha) to discover what balance feels like, so you can operate in the world as your happiest and highest self. 

Yoga of Awareness is the state of being fully present and attentive in each moment of your practice and your life, observing without judgement, and cultivating a deeper connection to yourself and the world around you. 

Yoga of Awareness transforms yoga from exercise to a life practice. We become more present and mindful in daily life. Yoga of Awareness builds resilience, compassion, and emotional intelligence. Cultivating Yoga of Awareness helps you live more intentionally and with less reactivity.

Aligning with the REAL YOU!

What you can expect...

Throughout the retreat, Marcie will guide you through a series of immersive workshops integrating Yoga Philosophy and Ayurveda - Understanding the Doshas to help you build or enhance your Personal Ritual. Twice-daily yoga sessions including Hatha, Yin/Restorative Yoga, Meditation & Pranayama (Breath Awareness) will be suited for every body. In addition to these sessions, there will be an optional daily Early Rise Vinyasa session available for those seeking a more vigorous morning practice. You will also have the opportunity to participate in a deeply relaxing Sound Bath and QiGong sessions led by the expert staff at Yandara. These practices are designed to nourish your nervous system, promote physical and emotional balance, and support you in aligning with your happiest, most brilliant self!

*Build a personal awareness practice suited for YOUR body and lifestyle

*Cultivate inner peace and physical vitality

*Connect with like-minded community

*Leave with tools for integrating yoga into daily life as a lifestyle, on and off the mat

In this nurturing environment, you will foster meaningful connections with fellow participants by engaging in heartfelt conversations and shared experiences that deepen your understanding of human connection and unity. Most of all, we will have FUN! Laugh, cry...connect.

Whether you are lounging by the pool, exploring the charming town of Todos Santos on our "day out", or embarking on optional excursions to secret beaches and natural wonders, you will find ample opportunities for relaxation, reflection, and personal growth. 

Yandara Retreat Center is located on the stunning Baja coast just a few miles south of Todos Santos, nestled amidst 7 private acres of pristine desert landscape. You will find yourself enveloped by the soothing sounds of the ocean and the vast expanse of the desert. Indulge in the luxury "glamping" accommodations (3 options available), a salt water pool, a picturesque beach, and a spacious yoga pavilion offering panoramic views of ocean and mountains. Yandara's in-house chefs prepare 3 daily meals, made with fresh local and organic produce to nourish the body. Wholesome and delicious food is an integral part of the retreat experience.

Enjoy 3x daily delicious meals lovingly prepared by Yandara's incredible chefs. Marcie can attest the food UNBELIEVABLE! Mostly vegetarian with some egg and fish options. (No chicken or beef). All produce is local, organic when possible. Fresh fruit and refreshing juices will also be available.

Vegan, Gluten Free options are available upon request.

*All meals are included, including a dinner out at my favorite farm-to table restaurant. (Alcohol is not included, but can be purchased and consumed while on excursions) Yandara is an alcohol and drug-free environment. 

I understand that things come up. Life can disrupt the most perfect of plans. I will do my best to work with you in the event of an emergency. 

General Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be submitted in writing via email. The refund policy is stated as follows: 

• Prior to 90 days of retreat commencement, your deposit and payments will be refunded, minus a $250 processing fee.  
• In the event of canceling your reservation between 30-89 days of retreat commencement, you will be responsible for replacing your reservation. If there is a waitlist, I will fill your reservation with a wait-listed individual and your deposit minus a $250 processing fee will  be refunded to you. 
• Between 30 and 89 days of retreat commencement, if you are able to fill your spot with another guest, you will be refunded the total amount paid including your deposit, minus a $250 processing fee. If you are not able to fill your spot with another guest, then your $800 deposit is non-refundable, however any payments made to date are 50% refundable. Any payments held for this reason may be applied towards a future retreat. 
• Within 30 days of retreat commencement, no refunds will be given unless you are able to fill your spot (or there is a wait list). In this case, you will be refunded the total amount paid including your deposit, minus a $250 processing fee.  
• You may transfer your reservation to another guest, and all payments and deposits will transfer to new participant at 100%. It will be your responsibility to obtain payment from participant, no refunds will be given without a clear plan for payment transfer.

Travel Insurance: Due to unforeseeable air travel disruptions, and medical issues before or during travel, we encourage guests to purchase travel insurance. We recommend: www.allianztravelinsurance.com https://www.worldnomads.com/ and https://safetywing.com/ 

**No refunds or partial credits for those who do not complete the retreat, or for arriving late or leaving early. 

 **Marcie reserves the right to cancel retreats for any reason, in which case all payments will be fully refunded. 

The remaining balance minus the $800 deposit will be due 2 months from the date of the deposit made and no later than September 1st for later enrollments. These payment due dates will be adjusted per registration date. *Please see cancellation/refund policy.

Please feel free to communicate any questions with these terms. 

Sample Itinerary:

5:45-6:30am: Vinyasa Flow *optional

6:30-7:15am: Coffee/Tea, fresh fruit & house made granola

7:30-8:30am: Yoga (Hatha, QiGong, Meditation & Pranayama)*all levels

9:00-10:00am: Breakfast

10:30am-1pm: Free Time/group activity (e.g. hike)*optional

1:00pm: Lunch

2:00-4:00pm: Workshop (M,T,Th,F) (1:15-5:45 Todos Santos excursion on W)

4:00-6:00pm: Free Time/group sunsets on the beach 5:30 *optional

6:00pm: Dinner

7:30pm: Evening activity (Restorative/Yin yoga, Sound Bath, Dinner Out, Beach Bonfire)

9:00pm: Quite hours begin