About this trip
On this retreat, you will be guided to tap into what you love and and what brings you joy. You will rediscover the awe and wonder of feeling childlike and at home in your body and heart.
In the magical pueblo of Yelapa, where there are no cars and we arrive by boat, we will practice, play, and explore. This retreat is designed to set the conditions so that you experience a complete nervous system reboot. Daily practice, the ocean, peaceful surroundings, and good company will peel away layers of tension and worry and leave you feeling open, spacious, and energized. When the conditions are set in this way and life obligations set aside for a time, a feeling of easy freedom is allowed to enter, which you can take home and infuse back into your life.
Within walking distance of our oceanfront retreat center are beachside restaurants, waterfalls, horseback riding, and village walks. You will be surrounded at all times by Banderas Bay, where you can snorkel, swim and kayak right outside your front door.
Accessibility is a huge priority for us. We are offering two partial scholarships. In terms of mobility requirements, please note that the retreat center and the town of Yelapa itself are filled with steps, hills, and uneven sidewalks. Because of the nature of our surroundings, please message us if you have concerns about your mobility needs. We will work hard to ensure the retreat works for everyone who wants to come!
About Katy Cryer
Katy is the founder and director of Square One Yoga, a small, independent chain of yoga studios in the San Francisco Bay Area. She is also the author of Yoga for Addiction: Using Yoga and the Twelve Steps to Find Peace in the Present Moment. Katy’s founding mission for Square One Yoga is the same mission for her writing: to present and teach yoga in a way that is accessible and unintimidating for every body. www.katycryer.com
About Gillian Hull
Gillian (ERYT 200, RYT 500, C-IAYT) credits the deep, internal practice of yoga with supporting her during a long illness and recovery, teaching her patience, determination, and compassion. She finds joy in offering multidimensional classes that give students many ways to explore self and connection, weaving yoga philosophy, breath, mudra, and mantra into the structure provided by the physical practice. Ultimately, she hopes students will use the time on the mat to honor their own experiences and learn more about themselves. www.gillianhullyoga.com
What’s included
- 6 nights accommodationPura Vida Wellness Retreat is a non-profit, non-denominational, spiritual, health-focused wellness retreat center in a tropical, ocean-front paradise called Yelapa.
- 3 meals per dayMeals are primarily organic and plant-based, and always wholesome and nourishing. Specials diets can be accommodated. Pura Vida also has a juice and smoothie bar (not included)
- Boat transport to YelapaGroup round trip transportation from downtown Puerto Vallarta to town of Yelapa
- Yoga ClassesDaily activities include morning meditation and two yoga classes a day incorporating themes of gratitude, joy, and play. Restorative and yoga nidra classes will also be offered.
- Hiking tripA group hiking trip to Yelapa town and waterfall
- Beach gearPura Vida has kayaks, paddleboards, and snorkels available for your use
- Mini-workshopsDepending on group interest, we will also offer sessions on mudra, mandala drawing, guided free writing, asana explorations, and kid’s yoga for grown ups
- Flights/hotel in PVPlease book flights to Puerto Vallarta for April 8 unless your arrival is prior to 9 AM. We will send hotel recommendations and those who want to can meet for dinner.
- Excursions and Body WorkThere are plenty of free activities to enjoy, but if you like, we can arrange guided snorkel trips or horseback riding. Massage and reiki sessions will be available.
- Alcoholic beveragesPura Vida is a sober environment. Drinks off-campus are not included.
- Puerto Vallarta lodgingOur boat will depart on the morning of April 9, so lodging in PV the night of the 8th is recommended.
Available Packages
We are essentially sold out, but we have one person looking for a roommate and possibly one more dorm space. If you are interested in one of these options, please email katy@squareoneyoga.com to find out what is still available. Both options are ocean view with private baths.
Open-air 2 queen beds with private bathroom and ocean view. Each participant will have a queen-sized bed with organic bedding. Can be booked as single.
Solo travelers: feel free to book and we will place you with a roommate. If you would prefer a room to yourself, please select single supplement add on below ($695).
Sign up early and save! Regular price of $1995 begins 3/1/23.
Open-Air 2 Queen Bed with a Private Bathroom and Jungle View.
Solo travelers: feel free to book and we will place you with a roommate. If you would prefer a room to yourself, please select single supplement add on below ($395).
OR with a friend and save $300 ($150 each). Please book using promocode JUNGLEFRIENDS.
Regular price of $1795 begins 3/1/23!
Enclosed and air conditioned room with 2 queen beds with private bathroom and ocean view. Each participant will have a queen-sized bed with organic bedding. Please message me with roommate requests.
Sign up early and save! Regular price of $2095 begins 3/1/23.
(If the payment plan as set doesn't work for you, please pay the deposit to reserve your space and contact us directly to make other arrangements.)
Small enclosed room with queen bed, air conditioning with private bathroom and ocean view.
Sign up early and save! Regular price of $2595 begins 2/1/23.
(If the payment plan as set doesn't work for you, please pay the deposit to reserve your space and contact us directly to make other arrangements.)
Open air small single room located above juice bar, with one queen bed, and bathroom outside. Economy singles are extremely limited, book early!
(If the payment plan as set doesn't work for you, please pay the deposit to reserve your space and contact us directly to make other arrangements.)
Open-air 1 full size bed loft with private bathroom and ocean view. Economy singles are extremely limited, book early!
(If the payment plan as set doesn't work for you, pay deposit and contact us directly to make other arrangements.)