Recharge, Release, and Rise 2021
with Cornelius Jones Jr & Steven Washington
Energize and find that sweet nectar of life through Yoga and Qiqong during this 8-day movement journey designed to reduce stress, relieve tension in your body and create more energy and peace of mind in your everyday life. The principles and practices of yoga and qigong can have a powerful and lasting impact on the body, mind and spirit. As part of this magical 8 day retreat, we will explore all aspects of your being through movement, breath, creative writing, and much more. This retreat, which is nestled on the coast of Mexico will provide an opportunity to release, recharge, gain resources for your daily life and meaningful insights that will nourish your soul.
Our retreat will be hosted at Xinalani Yoga & Spa Retreat Center located in the village of Quimixto, which is only accessible by boat. Xinalani offers an unparalleled retreat experience: authentic and magical, immersed in lush jungle surroundings with views of the emerald ocean. Sleep in beautiful eco-chic accommodations, enjoy delicious and healthy Mexican food, and practice yoga in world-class open-air and heated yoga studios.
$500 Deposit saves your spot! Join us.
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BOOKING & CANCELLATIONS
Your $500 initial deposit is non-refundable
Cancellations made 90 days or more, prior to arrival date,
will receive a 50% refund of the balance paid.
Cancellations made less than 90 days prior to arrival are non-refundable.
Cornelius Jones Jr. (YOGA) is an ERYT200 Yoga Instructor, Yoga Teacher Trainer, and Voice Coach. As a yoga teacher Cornelius has been featured in Cosmopolitan and OK Magazines and toured with Oprah Winfrey's 2020 Vision Tour. In addition, Cornelius is a veteran Broadway theater performer, a published author, and works independently as an addiction and recovery Creative Arts & Healing Facilitator. For more info about Cornelius, go to
Steven Washington (QIQONG) is an accomplished movement teacher who has found joyful purpose in helping others align body, mind and spirit. Steven was professional dancer for 20+ years. He's also a certified pilates and qigong teacher and CMT. For more information about Steven, go to .
Steven and Cornelius' friendship began many years ago as performers in the Broadway company and National Tour of Disney’s The Lion King. Movement is what brought them together and their love for movement and its potential to heal the body is what inspired them to create Recharge, Release, and Rise with Cornelius and Steven.
+ unlimited coffee, tea, fruit, granola
1 Yoga Class + 1 Qigong Class
Creative Writing Workshop, morning meditation, and morning journaling: setting intentions and sharing gratitude
Jungle Trek through the village of Quimixto to the Waterfall
Learn from the best and move those hips!
w/champagne (The White Party. Wear your lovely white)
RT from Airport in Puerto Vallarta and boat transfer to Xinalani retreat center
*after initial online payment and account or card processing fees there will be no additional fees
are optional for you to arrange at your cost when you arrive
We begin Day 1: with a Meet & Greet to set a powerful intention to prepare you for the transformative experience you are embarking on.
Day 2 we activate: Wake up with tea or coffee, sit quietly or connect with your fellow friends, or hang out in a hammock listening to the morning sea and catching a glimpse of the sunrise. Following morning Tea/Coffee we will partake in Yoga or QiGong
Morning Session 1 - Yoga or Qiqong
Cornelius will lead you through an invigorating gentle and stabilizing flow that will awaken and align your body and mind with your inner best for the day. Morning practice will be followed by journaling/writing meditation: Intention Setting & Gratitude. --
Steven will be your guide on a journey inward to discover your internal power through mindful movement. His qigong class will calm the mind and invigorate the body.
We release for breakfast after Morning Session 1.
Enjoy a healthy breakfast and free time for whatever your heart desires.
Late Morning/Afternoon Session 2 (Workshop Session) - will begin after breakfast.
Dive deep into Creative Writing and Creative Expression led by Cornelius & Steven.
After Session 2 we break for lunch.
Lunch will be healthy and planned to your needs with healthy gourmet vegetarian and non-vegetarian foods inspired by delicious traditional Mexican recipes.
Following lunch chose to spend your time relaxing in your personal hammock, receiving a massage, enjoying one of the many optional eco adventure excursions or on the beach connecting with like-minded fellow yogis. Enjoy an optional afternoon Jungle hike to Las Animais beach town. Swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, beach walks are always available at your leisure on Xinalani’ s private beach or take a very short walk to Quimixto’s beach where you can chill with the locals.
Evening Session 3 - Yoga or Qiqong
will start in the earlier evening, a few hours before dinner and will be held for one-hour at the Aerial Studio or the Jungle Studio.
The Aerial studio is a majestic all-purpose yoga studio designed without handrails, all open air, wooden floors, palapa roof, and stunning ocean views. The Jungle Studio is a magnificent palm-thatched roofed temple situated on a hilltop with dramatic ocean views. The Jungle Studio is Xinalani’ s most awe-inspiring yoga studio.
Steven will be your guide on a journey inward to discover your internal power through mindful movement. His qigong class will calm the mind and invigorate the body. --
Cornelius will lead you through an invigorating power yoga flow that will mobilize, stabilize, and strengthen your full physical and emotional body.
Dinner will be served at 7:30PM.
Feel free, after dinner, to unwind in our Lounge/Bar in the heart of Xinalani, down the mountain and near the beach. It’s the perfect place to enjoy music and meet new people, or simply relax and watch the world go by or the birds fish.
