Join yoga instructor and trauma-trained somatic practitioner Jade Leitzel in Puerto Escondido, Mexico, among the mango groves, palm trees and expansive salty sea with a community of like-hearted people for a yoga retreat that explores joy in motion.
THE MAGIC OF OAXACA
Like all places, the Oaxacan coast has its own special signature. There is an undeniable thread of something exuberant - something heightened and delicious about this environment.
Throughout my time here, I've been called toward deep examination of my relationship to joy. And what it looks like in the collective. Where do we find it? How do we hold it? What place does it have in dynamic, layered humanity?
My intention in hosting this retreat is to explore the edges of individual and collective JOY. How we access and expand it and make real space in our daily lives for it without denying the rest of our emotional human construction. Through reverence of our bodies, connection to earth and others, and practices of permission to live more fully from our soul's desires, we'll light the way.
ABOUT THE RETREAT
This retreat weaves together yogic practices with somatic healing techniques and principles of aligned action in our daily lives. The invitation is to explore, both inward and out. We'll go deep and ground down and then we'll twirl ourselves around and giggle til the sun sets.
Expect an enchanting accommodation, daily chef-made meals, yoga plus offerings rooted in meditation, breathwork and workshops/journaling + plenty of time to chill, surf, sunbathe, howl at the moon, etc. ;)
This retreat is for everyone. You don't need an established yoga practice or experience with somatic work to enjoy the fruit of this week in paradise. Though I hope you join it all, all offerings during your stay are totally optional.
GETTING THERE
The retreat villa is located approximately 30 minutes from Puerto Escondido International Airport (PXM) and 1.5 hours from Huatulco International Airport (HUX) Airport transfer is provided on check in and check out days at a designated time each day for these airports.
From the US, you'll need to connect through Mexico City International Airport (MEX) or another major Mexican airport. When searching flights, you can search directly from your city with the destination as PXM and choose one of the available connection options!
You may also choose to travel to Puerto Escondido by bus (2.5 hours) from Oaxaca City.
A deposit of $500 is required to hold your spot - payment plans are available for each accommodation option.
If you'd like to request a different payment plan setup than what's offered, reach out.
A refundable deposit of $500 is required to book your spot and goes towards the price of your total retreat cost.
Your deposit of $500 upon booking is fully refundable until September 1st, 2024.
After September 1st, your deposit is nonrefundable.
Daily housekeeping and property security
Chef-made meals
Bartender service (alcohol purchased separately)
Swimming Pool
Wifi
Beachfront property
Passport
Breathable yoga clothes
Swimsuit(s)
Comfortable sandals
Light, breathable clothing for hot weather
1-2 dinner outfits
Pajamas
Rashguard if you plan to surf
Sunscreen
Bug spray
Additional sun protection (like hats or beach coverups)
Travel toiletries
Journal
If you need to cancel your trip, your booking is 100% refundable before September 1, 2024.
After September 1, your deposit is nonrefundable, however any additional payments made are fully refundable.
After December 15th, your deposit and any additional payments are nonrefundable.
Settle into this peaceful beachfront home in Plataforma, Oaxaca - 20 mins away from Puerto Escondido.
Nourishing chef-made meals every day at the retreat villa. Please let me know if you have allergies or restrictions!
We'll eat together each night - meals at the retreat home are included. Please be sure to mention any dietary restrictions!
We'll begin each day with vinyasa yoga and come together for a second practice in the afternoon or evening that will vary between vinyasa, yin and workshops.
Choose surfing, dolphin/whale watching or exploring the nearby town of Mazunte.
Included in your retreat package during our wellness morning.
On several days, retreaters will have free time and may choose to head into town to explore, have lunch, surf or hit the beach. Transportation is provided both ways at a designated time each.
Transportation is provided on arrival day and departure day at a designated time each.
We'll head out of the house for 2 dinners. You'll be responsible for your meal + drinks on these occasions. Expect to spend ~$35 USD. Cash (MXN peso) is best!
Outside of your included massage, you are welcome to book additional services and other offerings at an extra cost. If you're looking for something specific, let me know and I'll recommend someone!
1:00PM Arrive as early as this time
6:00PM Welcome gathering
6:30PM House dinner
8:30PM Opening meditation journey
7:00AM Vinyasa
8:15AM House breakfast
9-2PM Free time
2:00PM Yoga or Workshop
6:00PM Dinner in Puerto Escondido
6:45AM Vinyasa
8:00AM House breakfast
10:00AM Excursion begins
3:30PM Excursion ends
5:30PM House dinner
8:00PM Evening Yoga/Meditation
7:00 AM Vinyasa
8:15 AM House breakfast
9:30 AM Wellness morning begins
12:00 PM Wellness morning ends
2:00 PM Workshop/Yoga
5:30 PM Dinner at home
7:00 AM Vinyasa
8:15 AM House breakfast
9-2PM Free time
3:00 PM Yoga or Workshop
7:00 PM Dinner in Puerto Escondido
7:00 AM Yoga
8:00 AM House breakfast begins
10:00 AM House breakfast ends
12:00 PM Checkout
