Journey To The Heart

Chacala, Nayarit, Mexico

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Lila Rose Heller
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21 reviews
Feb 24 - Mar 2, 2024
Group size: 12 - 22
Journey To The Heart
Chacala, Nayarit, Mexico

Lila Rose Heller
  • Email address verified
21 reviews

Feb 24 - Mar 2, 2024
Group size: 12 - 22

About this trip

Join movement and Breathwork coach Lila Heller and guest teacher Katie Ybarra for eight nights and seven days of heart opening practices that include Pilates, Yamuna Body Rolling, nervous system resets, meditation, Breathwork and journaling. This week will leave you feeling strong and centered from the inside out. We dive deep into energy work, clearing the way for positive change to happen. You will learn how to move your body efficiently and effectively to create sustainable strength and pain-free living. You will be given tools you can use for the rest of your life.


Location:

Mar De Jade is located along Mexico's Tropical Pacific Coast. Two hours north of Puerta Vallarta, near the fishing village of Chacala. This is the perfect environment for self - renewal and revitalization. It is a transformative and energizing place where you can rest, truly be yourself and enjoy the simple life. Mar de Jade Retreat center is committed to sustainability, service and spiritual awareness.

Enjoy three delicious organic farm sourced meals per day, along with ocean strolls, hammock lounging, massage and more.  Join us and RE -Treat yourself!

WHAT GUESTS ARE SAYING

What guests are saying:

When asked to sum up the retreat in three words, our guests said:


Grounding. Balancing. Supportive. Stretching your experiences. Relaxing. Beautiful. Making Friends. Restorative. Connection. Rejuvenating. Bliss. Strength. Nurture. Centering. Joyful. Nourishing. Self-love. Comfort. Loving. Flowing. Excellent. Well organized. Magical. Miraculous. Playful. Healthy. Powerful. Healing. Awakening. Tranquility. Vitality. Gratitude. Awareness. Enlightening. Satisfying. Wonderful. Moving. Peaceful. Caring. Loving. Balancing. So Much Fun.

About your Guides


Lila Heller

Lila is passionate about education, movement and well being. Dance brought Lila into the wellness world and her fascination with learning more has kept her there. She is a well known movement coach in The Bay Area specializing in Pilates, Breathwork, Applied Neurology and Functional Movement.

She has originated The Love Of Movement Method that synthesizes these modalities and her over twenty years of experience working with hundreds of clients. She loves to facilitate and witness the group coherence that supports individual transformation during retreats. 


Katie Ybarra

Katie is classically trained, receiving her Pilates certification in the Ron Fletcher Technique back in 1999. She has been teaching Pilates for 20+ years. Most of those years have been spent working alongside her friend and colleague, Lila Heller. She is a certified Yamuna practitioner and is looking forward to bringing the Yamuna body rolling work to the retreat.

As a former dancer, She is a lover of movement.  She believes that movement is medicine; physically, emotionally, and spiritually. 

What to Bring

What to bring:

A journal and pen

A jacket and or shawl for night time (it can get cool in the evening)

The usual beach items: sunscreen, bikinis, hats, bug spray….

A few nicer clothes ending ceremony and salsa night

Activewear

Hiking shoes (if you wish to hike)

Personal Yoga mats (optional as the retreat center has mats for us to use)

Child Rates

Child Rates:

Child Rates 

When children stay in the same room as their parents, the following rates apply: 0- 6yrs Free | 7-12yrs $40 /night | 13yrs+ Additional room and board adult rates apply ($750/week), additional $400/week for each youth participating in classes.  The applicable rate for one adult and child(ren) is the Single rate plus the child rate. 

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Policy: 

1. Guests will be entitled to a full refund less 20% of the total cost, with notice of at least 90 days prior to the scheduled arrival date. 

2. With notice of cancellation 89 days or less from the scheduled arrival date, there will be a cancellation charge of 40% for the total stay. 

3. No refund with notice of cancellation less than 45 days prior to arrival. 

4. Guests are responsible for all nights reserved at the rates reserved. There are no refunds or pro-rating for arriving late or leaving earlier than the reserved dates. 


Please Read:

Cancellation Contract


Final Payments: Final Payments are due September 13, 2023. Payments plan available upon request. Guests are responsible for all nights reserved at the rates reserved. There are no refunds or pro- rating for arriving later or leaving earlier than the reserved dates of the retreat, despite unforeseen circumstances such as delayed or cancelled flights, illness, injury, etc. 
We highly Recommend purchasing travel insurance.

Shuttle Service

Shuttle Service: 

From Puerto Vallarta Airport to Mar De Jade (about 90 minutes), is available to those who opt-in. The charge varies between $60 and $180, depending on how many people share the shuttle at one time, and is not included in the price of the retreat. To arrange this service, you will send your flight information in advance to info@mardejade.com. You pay the driver once you reach MDJ (pesos or dollars accepted). 

What’s included

  • Accomodations
    All rooms are unique, simple, and comfortable
  • Nourishment
    Three meals a day. Fresh, daily made and organically outsourced from their farm.
  • Movement
    Two movement, breath and release classes a day.
  • Meditation/Journaling
    Guided meditation and journaling prompts to enhance your self awareness.
  • Breathwork
    Trauma informed breath work sessions
  • Yamuna Body Rolling
    You will learn ways to release and ease tightness along the fascial lines of the entire body. Yamuna rolling balls provided and available for purchase.
  • Nervous system Reset
    Daily nervous system reset drills to apply to your daily life when you return from retreat
  • Private Beach and pool
    The grounds of Mar de Jade

What’s not included

  • Shuttle
    Transportation to and from the airport
  • Airfare
    Please plan on arriving Saturday Feb 24th by 4pm and depart March 2 (check out is 11)
  • Excursions/Spa
    Massages, hikes, sweat lodge ect.
  • Trip Insurance
    Recommended
  • Taxes and Tips

Available Packages

Dorm Room

Dorm Rooms with Loft are a simple yet spacious option for families or 3 to 4 roommates in a dorm configuration. The bottom level has a king bed or two twins and a bathroom; the loft is accessed by a spiral staircase and has two twin beds. Some rooms feature an additional futon bed on the bottom level. Rooms are either facing the gardens or jungle. The loft is not recommended for children under 5 yrs old or people with mobility issues. *Minimum occupancy is 3 people (including children).  

  • Sleeps 3-5 people 
  • • Garden or Jungle View
  • • 1 King + 2 Single beds or 4 Single beds
  • • Ceiling Fan
  • • Shower
  • • Safe Deposit Box
  • • Hair Dryer
$1,695
Guest Room Double Occupancy

Guest Rooms are decorated in bright and cheerful Mexican textiles and colors, providing a cozy and well appointed option for those seeking simplicity and comfort. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms with natural bath amenities. Rooms are located on both ground level and third floors, either jungle or garden facing.  

  • Sleeps 1-3 people 
  • • Garden or Jungle View
  • • 1 King or 2 Double beds
  • • A / C
  • • Shower
  • • Safe Deposit Box
  • • Hair Dryer
$2,075
Deposit: $550
Guest Rooms Single Occupancy

Guest Rooms are decorated in bright and cheerful Mexican textiles and colors, providing a cozy and well appointed option for those seeking simplicity and comfort. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms with natural bath amenities. Rooms are located on both ground level and third floors, either jungle or garden facing.  

  • Sleeps 1-3 people 
  • • Garden or Jungle View
  • • 1 King or 2 Double beds
  • • A / C
  • • Shower
  • • Safe Deposit Box
  • • Hair Dryer
$2,675
Deposit: $550
Guest Room Tripple Occupancy

Guest Rooms are decorated in bright and cheerful Mexican textiles and colors, providing a cozy and well appointed option for those seeking simplicity and comfort. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms with natural bath amenities. Rooms are located on both ground level and third floors, either jungle or garden facing.  

  • Sleeps 1-3 people 
  • • Garden or Jungle View
  • • 1 King or 2 Double beds
  • • A / C
  • • Shower
  • • Safe Deposit Box
  • • Hair Dryer
$1,875
Deposit: $550
Garden Room Singles

Garden Rooms are either crafted in a Mexican style, with natural rock walls and hand painted mosaics; or with an airy Mediterranean feel with floor-to-ceiling windows that let in plenty of natural light and fresh breeze. Each room has a spacious en-suite bathroom with natural bath amenities. Located on the ground floor, they are easily accessed with either a few steps or a ramp, and are appropriate for anyone with mobility issues.  

  • • Garden View
  • • 1 King or 2 Double beds + Futon
  • • Air Conditioning
  • • Bathtub or Shower
  • • Safe Deposit Box
  • • Hair Dryers
$2,985
Deposit: $550
Ocean Room Doubles

The Ocean Rooms are bright and airy, with floor-to-ceiling glass doors opening onto a private balcony with an Ocean view. Comfortable and well appointed, each room has a sitting area with a futon that can be made into an additional bed. A limited number of two bedroom Ocean View suites are available for larger parties, please inquire. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms with natural bath amenities. Rooms are on high floors and require steps to climb.

  • Sleeps 1-3 people 
  • • Ocean View
  • • Air Conditioning
  • • 1 King or 2 Double beds
  • • 1 Futon (sofa bed)
  • • Private Terrace
  • • Bathtub and/or Shower
  • • Safety Deposit Box
  • • Secadora de pelo
$2,875
Deposit: $550
Ocean Room Singles

The Ocean Rooms are bright and airy, with floor-to-ceiling glass doors opening onto a private balcony with an Ocean view. Comfortable and well appointed, each room has a sitting area with a futon that can be made into an additional bed. A limited number of two bedroom Ocean View suites are available for larger parties, please inquire. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms with natural bath amenities. Rooms are on high floors and require steps to climb.

  • Sleeps 1-3 people 
  • • Ocean View
  • • Air Conditioning
  • • 1 King or 2 Double beds
  • • 1 Futon (sofa bed)
  • • Private Terrace
  • • Bathtub and/or Shower
  • • Safety Deposit Box
  • • Secadora de pelo
$3,275
Deposit: $550
Ocean Two bedroom

The Ocean Rooms are bright and airy, with floor-to-ceiling glass doors opening onto a private balcony with an Ocean view. Comfortable and well appointed, each room has a sitting area with a futon that can be made into an additional bed. A limited number of two bedroom Ocean View suites are available for larger parties, please inquire. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms with natural bath amenities. Rooms are on high floors and require steps to climb.

  • Sleeps 1-3 people 
  • • Ocean View
  • • Air Conditioning
  • • 1 King or 2 Double beds
  • • 1 Futon (sofa bed)
  • • Private Terrace
  • • Bathtub and/or Shower
  • • Safety Deposit Box
  • • Secadora de pelo
$2,975
Deposit: $550


Itinerary

Arrival
Grounding. You have arrived.

Dinner awaits, followed by a brief welcome meeting. Then off to bed to wake up bright and early for class.

Your Organizer


LR
Lila Rose Heller
21 reviews
Lila believes that when we feel good in our bodies, we are inspired to do good in the world. Her goal is to help people move better, breathe better and feel better to live a life they love. Lila has been teaching private and group Pilates since 2004. She has been leading transformational retreats since 2010. She is an internationally trained Pilates trainer, Strength and Conditioning Coach, Smartflow YTT, Primal Movement coach and Zhealth Practitioner. For more info on go to www.lilaheller.com/about.

Reviews

SE
I came back from this trip physically able to BREATHE again! Truly magical experience, and the perfect mix of new learning, time with friends, down time, and amazing food. I loved Mar de Jade and the history. Lila and Katie's instruction is master-level and I have my 70-year old mom doing the class every day now!
By Sara E for Journey To The Heart on Mar 14, 2024
RC
The retreat that Lila Heller and Katie Ybarra led at Mar de Jade was fabulous! The movement and breathwork sessions were excellent, the resort and surrounding area is beautiful, the meals are delicious, and we had a wonderful group of participants. I thoroughly enjoyed the week.
By Roseanne C for Journey To The Heart on Mar 04, 2024
We are so glad you were there! Thank you!
By Lila Rose Heller on Mar 05, 2024
LR
CB
This retreat far exceeded my expectations. I couldn't have asked for a more relaxing, rejuvenating, and beautiful retreat experience. Lila puts so much thought into every aspect of her retreats, from the agenda to food and location, all carefully and thoughtfully planned out. She also attracts the most amazing people! I made many new friends, with plenty of time for rest between activities. I returned home fully inspired, relaxed, and restored. I will definitely be on the lookout for more Lila retreats!
By Cary B for Movement as Medicine: Rejuvenate Your Body, Mind and Spirit on Sep 19, 2023
RS
Another wonderful trip with the most talented retreat leader and movement coach I have ever known! Lila is knowledgeable, kind, fun, and so good at bringing a group together. I cannot wait for my next adventure with Lila!
By Rosei S for Remember Joy Retreat on Jul 04, 2023
Lila is a masterful teacher adapting the classes to a wide range of levels. The retreat had excellent locally sourced and tastefully prepared meals at an idyllic chateau. Local wine was also readily available. Had a great time!
By Will T for Remember Joy Retreat on Jun 28, 2023
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