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About this trip
Join Neuro-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
"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
"Lila always manages to capture the joy, fun, and laughter of every day! What a gift to spend a week in paradise with such a wonderful group of students and our talented teachers."
- Rosei Skipper, MD
"Journey to the Heart has become and essential part of my year. It is an amazing opportunity to reset, reconnect, and learn! Lila is an empathetic and deeply wise guide to learning more about your mind and body. I love learning from her. Katie teaches me something new every year. She walks approaches the work with great intentionality and humor."
- Judy
"Absolute magic. My body, mind and soul are aligned, open, and at peace. Lila and Katie bring so much knowledge and experience and weave together with Mar de Jade a special opportunity for mutual acceptance and growth. I am blessed to have been here and had this time."
- Laura I.
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.
A few things 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)
Sample Schedule
Saturday 2/24
Arrivals Begin
6:30-7:30 pm Dinner
7:30-8:30 pm Welcome Meeting! You made it! (location TBD)
Sunday
7:30-9:30 am *Love of Movement Method *bring journals
9:30-10:30 am Breakfast
Free time - Excursions, spa time, beach time
1:30-2:30 pm Lunch
Free Time
4:00-6:00 pm Yamuna Body Rolling/ Pilates
6:30pm Dinner
Monday/Wednesday
7:30 -9:30 am - Love of Movement Method
*bring journals to class
9:30-10:30 am Breakfast
Free time Excursions, spa time, beach time
1:30-2:30 pm Lunch
Free Time
4:00-6:00 pm Yamuna/ Pilates
6:30pm Dinner
Tuesday/Thursday -
7:30-9:30 am *Love of Movement Method *bring journals
9:30-10:30 Breakfast
12-1:15 pm Breathwork/ LOMM/Yamuna/Pilates ( Outside Studio)
1:30-2:30 Lunch
6:30pm dinner
Friday -
7:00-9:30 am *Love of Movement Method *bring journals
9:30-10:30 am Breakfast
1:30-2:30 pm Lunch
4:30-6:00 pm Closing ceremony (please wear white)
6:30pm Dinner
Bonfire TBD
Saturday 2/25
Breakfast, Goodbyes, Packing, and departures
*Schedule subject to change
*Applied Neurology, Pilates, Mobility, Strength, Yoga, Meditation, Breathwork
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:
Final Payments: Final Payments are due September 13, 2024. 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), shuttle service 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. Payment goes directly to the driver once you reach MDJ (pesos or dollars accepted).
What’s included
- AccomodationsAll rooms are unique, simple, and comfortable.
- NourishmentThree meals a day. Fresh, daily made and organically outsourced from their farm.
- MovementTwo movement, breath and release classes a day.
- Meditation/journallingGuided meditation and journaling prompts to enhance your self awareness.
- Breathwork SessionsTrauma informed breath work sessions.
- Yamuna Body RollingYou 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 ResetsDaily nervous system reset drills to apply to your daily life when you return from retreat.
- Private Beach and PoolThe grounds of Mar de Jade.
What’s not included
- ShuttlesTransportation to and from the airport
- AirfarePlease plan on arriving Saturday Feb 22 nd by 4pm and depart Saturday, March 1
- Excursions/SpaMassages, hikes, sweat lodge, whale watching
- Trip InsuranceRecommended
- Tips and taxes
Available Packages
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Itinerary
Dinner awaits, followed by a brief welcome meeting. Then off to bed to wake up bright and early for class.