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Climbing & Yoga Retreat - El Potrero Chico, Mexico 2025
El Potrero Chico, Mexico
Feb 14 - 17, 2025
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Sol Adventures
$1,625

About your trip

Join Britany and Erik for professional climbing instruction, yoga and healing movement,  group work, fireside chats, delicious food, community and fun, in one of the most sought-after climbing destinations on this side of the Atlantic; Potrero Chico!


El Potrero Chico park is located just outside the small town of Hidalgo, Nuevo Leon, Mexico. Being just an hour away from the city of Monterrey, Mexico it is very easy to get to. Flights from the U.S. can have you to the climbing destination in as little as a half day. 


With over 600 sport routes to choose from, El Potrero Chico, or “Little Corral,” is a limestone, sport climbing mecca that rivals any of the world’s best rock climbing destinations! It has short approaches and makes for some of the most accessible climbing in the West. With routes ranging from 5.4 to 5.13, this is truly an all-levels climber's paradise! El Potrero Chico offers the perfect opportunity to explore an amazing climbing community, and connect with yourself and others in 


What's Included

  • Endless fun, community, learning, and psych!
  • Beautiful, but modest accommodations boasting stunning landscapes, an outdoor pool, and an on-site bar and restaurant with shared community spaces for meeting other like-minded climbers and travelers.
  • Fresh prepared meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
  • Professional, guided climbing instruction: top rope, sport lead climbing. No experience necessary. All Levels welcome!
  • A daily yoga practice, breathwork, sound healing, recovery movement, as well as group work and journaling.
  • Gift box with a t-shirt and goodies to enjoy!
  • Gratuities for hotel and restaurant services.
  • Climbing ropes and quick draws provided.
  • A detailed trip preparation and packing list with travel resources and recommendations.

Climbing skills taught on this trip

  • All levels are welcome! 
  • Top rope and sport lead climbing
  • Anchor systems and rope management
  • You can opt to stay a few extra days to work with Erik one-on-one to learn more in-depth multi-pitch skills and/or achieve big multi-pitch objectives (ex: 6-24 pitch climbs), experience and skill dependent. 

Yoga Practice & Group Work

  • Enjoy a daily morning yoga practice. It will be a juicy, slow warming practice to open the body and calm the mind.
  • Daily breathwork with extended stretching and restorative practices to renew the body and retrain the nervous system.
  • Group and partner work to cultivate a greater capacity for courageous living and personal connection.

Site Amenities

  • Wifi
  • Hot water
  • Swimming Pool and Fire pit
  • A restaurant serving food all day with coffee and pastry options
  • A bar with speciality cocktails
  • Optional community kitchen or private kitchen, lodging dependent 
  • Outdoor lounge areas with covered patio seating
  • Mountain Views 
  • Slackline and Hammocks 

Meet your Climbing Guide: Erik Griffith

My name is Erik and I’m the founder and lead guide for Vertical Pursuits.


My goal for Vertical Pursuits is to create meaningful mentorships and experiences for climbers looking to push themselves in the vertical world. Through my climbing progression, I’ve had the luxury of being coached and mentored by high level guides and climbers, which allowed me to take my climbing to new heights. I’m hoping to give that same level of knowledge back to the climbing community. 


Whether your a new gym climber looking to take yourself outdoors or a seasoned trad climber looking learn the skills to conquer big objectives, Vertical Pursuits is here to take you to new heights.  


Come climb with us!

Meet your Yoga Teacher: Britany Paradis

Hi, I'm Britany Paradis! 


First and foremost a student, I am deeply committed to living and sharing the practices of yoga and climbing in a joyful, authentic and accessible way. My path as a teacher began in 2015 in the city of San Francisco and continues today in Salt Lake City, UT.

On the mat, I'm passionate about creating a safe space where students of all levels and walks of life can enjoy a well-balanced, dynamic, and intelligently sequenced class. The teachings of yoga are timeless and the benefits are exponential. It is my hope that each experience on the mat will inspire students to take the practice into their everyday lives, equipped with the tools to support and empower their growth – mind, body, and spirit.


Learn more about Britany and her offerings here

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to hike two miles over varied terrain while carrying a 15lb backpack
  • Ability to do 20 squats and 1/2 a pull up
  • Must be 21 years of age or older

Essential Gear & Helpful Details

  • Required equipment:
    • climbing shoes, harness and helmet
    • a grigri
    • personal anchor system (PAS)
    • a travel yoga mat 
    • a journal, a pencil or pen
    • a jacket and layers to prepare for fluctuations in the weather
    • a bathing suit if you'd like to swim
    • a headlamp with extra batteries 
  • Travel Insurance with $25k in medical coverage is required. It's about $30 here.
  • You'll fly into Monterrey, Mexico. This is the closest International Airport
  • The climbing and accommodations are about 45-60 minutes from the airport. You can take a taxi ($50 US) or a shuttle bus designed for ride share ($130-$195 round trip). We will provide you with information to make arrangements with our trusted partners in Mexico.
  • This is the Mountain Project link to the EPC climbing area (El Potrero Chico). You may want to download the Mountain Project App and the park area before arriving.

Custom Payment Plans Available

Select the $350 deposit above to hold your spot, and contact Britany to set-up your custom payment plan. To be paid in full by the start of the retreat.

What's not included

  • Airfare
  • Climbing gear: climbing shoes, harness and helmet; atc guide and grigri, PAS or personal anchor system (required) 
  • Travel yoga mat (required)
  • Trip protection with $25k of Medical Coverage ($30, required)
  • El Potrero Chico Parqué Donation ($25, required)
  • Transportation from Airport to La Posada upon arrival and departure
  • Gratuities to guides and yoga teacher (We recommend $250-$500 experience dependent

Cancelation Policy

100% of the total cost of your trip is refundable if you find someone to take your place regardless of when you cancel. If you are unable to find someone to take your place, this policy applies:

  • 75% of the total cost of your trip is refundable if we are given more than 90 days notice
  • 60% of the total cost of your trip is refundable if we are given 89-70 days notice
  • 50% of the total cost of your trip is refundable if we are given 69-32 days notice
  • If given less than 31 days notice refunds are unavailable


Day 1

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Friday:

  • All day Arrivals & Check-in
  • 7:30pm Intros, Fireside Chat & Happy Hour

Day 2

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Saturday:

  • 7:00am Coffee 
  • 7:30am Yoga & Morning Meditation 
  • 9:00am Breakfast & Pack bags for the day
  • 9:45am - 6:00pm Climbing & Instruction
  • 7:00pm Dinner & Fireside chill time

Day 3

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Sunday:

  • 7:00am Coffee
  • 7:30am Yoga & Morning Meditation 
  • 9:00am Breakfast & Pack bags for the day
  • 9:45am - 6:00pm Climbing & Instruction
  • 7:00pm Dinner & Fireside chill time

Day 4

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Monday:

  • 7:00am Coffee
  • 7:30am Yoga & Morning Meditation 
  • 8:30am Breakfast & Pack bags for the day
  • 9:30am - 4:30pm Climbing & Instruction
  • 5:00pm Goodbyes + Receive T-shirt and Gift Bag

Location

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1. El Potrero Chico, Mexico

El Potrero Chico, Mexico

About your organizer

At Sol Adventures, we travel the world to climb, move, and breathe in extraordinary places. Our climbing and yoga retreats blend the thrill of scaling natural rock faces with the grounding energy of yoga, creating a powerful synergy between strength and mindfulness. With our contagious enthusiasm and deep expertise, we design experiences that push boundaries, inspire growth, and cultivate authentic community. Whether you’re seeking an adrenaline rush or a peaceful reset, our retreats offer the ultimate adventure that includes it all!

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