About This Trip

Sirena Sagrada (Sacred Mermaid) is a sacred invitation to begin the new year with clarity, intention, and connection—to yourself, to nature, and to something deeper.

Held in January 2026, this retreat offers a soulful reset after the rush of the holidays. It’s a time to clear space, soften your edges, and step into the year ahead grounded, nourished, and open-hearted.

We’ll gather at Casablanca, a breathtaking white beachfront home in Troncones, Mexico—its elegance reminiscent of the Greek isles, yet deeply rooted in the wild beauty of the Mexican coastline. With sweeping ocean views, minimalist charm, two serene swimming pools, and barefoot luxury, Casablanca provides the perfect sanctuary to exhale, realign, and remember what matters most.

Sirena Sagrada—Sacred Mermaid—is a call to reconnect with the magic that lives within each of us. Over 8 days, you’ll be immersed in:

• Daily yoga and mindful movement
   
• A heart-opening cacao ceremony
   
• A deeply restorative sacred sound bath
   
• Intentional workshops and guided journaling
   
• A guided group adventure to connect with the land
   
• Beach walks, ocean swims, and time to rest, reflect, or explore
   
• An optional plant medicine ceremony, held with reverence and guided by experienced facilitators
   
• Opportunities to enjoy massage and body treatments, designed to support your healing and relaxation
   
• Delicious, locally inspired meals lovingly prepared by talented local cooks
   

This retreat is designed to nourish your body, awaken your spirit, and gently guide you back to your most authentic self. Whether you’re seeking clarity, community, creativity, or simply a week of deep rest, Sirena Sagrada offers a space to just be—and to begin again.

Come solo, with a friend, or with your partner. No matter who you are or where you’re at on your journey, you’ll be welcomed with warmth, presence, and the magic that happens when people gather with intention.

Let this be the year you choose yourself. Let it begin with the sea. Let it begin with Sirena Sagrada.

Felicity Odell

Yoga Teacher • Wellness Retreat Leader • Lifelong Seeker of Joy & Connection • Wild Wonder
Felicity is a curious soul and lifelong seeker—drawn to movement, people, and meaningful experiences. From childhood as a swimmer and ice skater to marathon running and yoga, movement has always been her medicine. It’s not optional—it’s essential.

Her yoga journey began in her twenties and deepened in her forties when she felt a strong calling to teach. She is certified through CorePower Yoga (200-hour based on the Baptiste method), Yoga Sculpt, YogaSix, and the Prison Yoga Project (trauma-informed, mindfulness-based). Felicity blends strength, softness, and spirit in every class—and remains forever a student of yoga’s vast teachings.

In June 2025, she will begin a five-month coaching program at the MindBodyGreen Institute—a globally respected program that blends the science of functional medicine with the art of coaching. Her focus includes mental health as we age, food as medicine, movement as a gateway to healing, and the vital role of community and purpose in living a meaningful life. This next chapter aligns beautifully with her passion for wellness, self-discovery, and whole-person healing. She looks forward to weaving these teachings into her yoga offerings and wellness retreats, creating even more transformative, personalized experiences for those she serves.

Felicity has been leading yoga and wellness retreats for over six years—designing intentional, heart-centered experiences that combine movement, reflection, connection, and the magic of place.

A proud mother of three and joyful grandmother to a beautiful baby girl, Felicity is also a passionate traveler. She has explored Europe, Southeast Asia, India, Japan, and Mexico, with Cambodia and Vietnam on the horizon. She feels especially connected to third world countries, where the raw beauty, resilience, and spirit of the people touch her deeply.

Her teaching style is grounded in service, humor, vulnerability, and kindness—creating space for others to feel welcome, inspired, and free to explore their own light. Felicity teaches in both the San Francisco Bay Area and Troncones, Mexico, leading small-group retreats and teaching regularly at Present Moment and Radiant Heart studios. She offers Vinyasa, Yoga Sculpt, Restorative, and Yoga Nidra, and believes the collective energy of practice keeps us connected—to ourselves and one another.

Lori Lopez

Bhakti Yoga Instructor • Ayurvedic Practitioner • Resilient Spirit • Breath Between Worlds
Lori’s path to yoga is a powerful story of transformation, healing, and self-love. After facing serious health challenges—including heart attacks and a knee replacement—she was introduced to yoga as part of her recovery. What began as a doctor’s suggestion soon became her life’s work. Lori lost 190 pounds and gained a new sense of purpose through yoga.What began as a doctor’s suggestion soon became her life’s work. Lori lost 190 pounds and gained a new sense of purpose through yoga.

Today, Lori is a 1008-hour RYS Bhakti yoga teacher with over four years of Ayurvedic study and five years of anatomy training. Her classes are heart-centered, accessible, and rooted in lived experience. She deeply understands the vulnerability of starting—or restarting—a wellness journey and brings compassion, encouragement, and inspiration to every student she meets.

Lori has been married to her best friend Steve for over 48 years. Together they’ve built a beautiful life with three children, 11 grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. She loves kayaking, hiking, biking on her e-bike, and traveling the country in their motorhome surrounded by family and lifelong friends.

She currently teaches at YogaSix in Brentwood, California. Lori’s energy, wisdom, and radiant spirit make her an inspiring teacher and guide for those seeking healing, balance, and deeper connection.

Adriana Gonzalez

Minister of Walking Prayer • Yogini • Healer • Bridge Between Worlds
Adriana is the visionary behind Radiant Heart Yoga & Ceremonial Arts—a sacred space for healing and transformation rooted in indigenous wisdom, inclusivity, and personal empowerment. She is an ordained Minister of Walking Prayer, an Acupuncture Detox Specialist, a yogini, and a ceremonial space holder.

Born to Mexican immigrants and raised in Houston, Adriana grew up in a richly diverse yet often racially charged environment. Her early years fueled a passion for social justice, leading her to earn degrees in Cultural Anthropology and Ethnic Studies. After years of working with marginalized populations—including undocumented individuals, incarcerated youth, and the unhoused—Adriana experienced a profound spiritual awakening that changed her life’s direction.

She began attending sweat lodges and sacred medicine ceremonies, which led her back to school to become a minister and healer. Years of deep personal practice and visioning brought forth Radiant Heart Yoga, now a ceremonial studio located in her ancestral homeland on the southern Pacific coast of Mexico.

Adriana facilitates yoga, sound healing, and sacred plant ceremonies with deep integrity, compassion, and devotion. She invites others into a space of remembrance—of who they truly are and the power they carry within. Adriana lives in Troncones with her husband Juan and daughter Kaimari.

Michelle Helfner

Integrative Wellness • Healer • Acupuncturist • Energy Alchemist

I spent years working as an artist, waitress and even corporate investigator before listening to the clear voice in my heart guiding me into alternative medicines.  While in New York, in 2001, I first studied massage and was quickly guided to a Masters in Chinese Medicine.  Those inspired messages are a constant blessing in how I get work and share my love of the healing arts. In 2008 I came to Guatemala for a change in perspective and was changed on every level; physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.  I moved to San Marcos and to attend the Las Pirámides Meditation Center and where I studied esoteric metaphysics.  My studies included hermetic kabbala, tarot, numerology, lucid dreaming and astral traveling, astrology, yoga, fasting and periods of silent meditation. In San Marcos, I also had the opportunity to study and teach at the Flower House.   I have completed many 5 day silences and additional 20 and 40 day silences as well.  These are periods of deep reflection into the self and allow for awareness of all of the senses and better understandings of the universe.  I was also lead by my heart to receive my 200hr yoga teacher certification from the School of Yoga Institute at the Mystical Yoga Farm in Santiago.  During these studies and being surrounded my Mayan culture and traditional ceremonies I became deeply interested studies in the Shamanic aspects of acupuncture as a healer.  During my first drumming ceremony the vision of myself as a drummer was clear and so began my own exploration as a guide for other into the non-ordinary realities.  Whether through acupuncture, massage, energy work or drumming, I believe that through providing a safe and sacred space, each person, through their own experience can explore other realities and understandings of well-being.  In this space they have a stronger ability to heal and become their truest selves.

I’ve been living in Troncones, Mexico for 12 high seasons, with permanent residency for the 10 past years. I previously worked at a yoga retreat here for many of those seasons. At the beginning of the pandemic I decided it was time for roots and with so much kindness and support, I built a Casa Ixchel, my home and place for my practice.  I am ever grateful for this life of abundance and this magical path.

🛬 Arrival – Saturday, January 10, 2026
🛫 Departure – Saturday, January 17, 2026

Your journey begins the moment you land. Complimentary airport transportation is provided to and from the retreat center on arrival and departure days.

The nearest airport is Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH). Once your flight is booked, please send us your travel details so we can arrange your smooth and seamless transportation.

✈️ Direct flights available:

• Alaska Airlines offers nonstop flights from Los Angeles (LAX) and San Francisco (SFO)
   
• United, Delta, and other major airlines also fly direct from various U.S. cities
   

💫 Want to extend your magic?
If you'd like to arrive a little early or stay a day or two after the retreat, we’re more than happy to help arrange additional accommodations in Troncones or nearby Zihuatanejo. It’s the perfect way to ease into your journey—or let it linger just a little longer. Whether you're craving quiet beach time, cultural exploration, or simply a slower pace, adding extra days can turn your retreat into a true personal getaway.

Let us know, and we’ll help make it effortless.

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
We understand that life happens and sometimes plans shift. Our cancellation policy is designed to offer flexibility while also honoring the commitments we make to Present Moment, our service providers, and the preparation required to create this beautiful experience. Please review the policy before reserving your spot.

Deposit & Payment Options

• A $1000 non-refundable deposit is required to hold your space.
   
• Payments are made through WeTravel. You may choose to pay in full or set up a payment plan.
   

Refund Policy

• Refunds may be available up to 90 days before the retreat start date, under extenuating circumstances (to be reviewed on a case-by-case basis).
   
• No refunds will be issued after the 90-day window.
   
• Deposits are non-transferable and cannot be applied to future retreats.
   
• Approved refunds (if applicable) will be processed within 90 days and returned in the same form as payment.
   

We appreciate your understanding and commitment. When you say yes to this retreat, we begin planning with your unique presence in mind—and we can’t wait to welcome you.

Travel Insurance & Responsibility

We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance that covers medical emergencies, trip cancellation, delays, and lost or stolen items. It’s a simple way to protect your peace of mind and your investment when traveling internationally.

By registering for this retreat, you acknowledge that Felicity Odell, Adriana Gonzalez, Lori Lopez, Present Moment Retreat, and all affiliated service providers are not liable for any injuries, illnesses, accidents, delays, or unforeseen circumstances that may occur during your travel or stay.

That said, your safety and well-being are a top priority. If anything unexpected does arise, we will support you fully and help you get the best care possible.

Karma Yoga (The Give Back Project)

As part of The Sirena Sagrada Retreat, we believe in not only receiving—but also giving. As part of our retreat, we honor the spirit of Karma Yoga, the yoga of selfless service. This give-back project invites us to take compassionate action without expectation—serving others as a path to inner growth, connection, and collective healing.  Each retreat includes a Give Back Project that supports the local community in a meaningful and heart-centered way. It may involve helping a family in need, providing school supplies to local students, or offering assistance to someone living with disabilities.

The specific project will be announced closer to the retreat date, once we have a clearer sense of where support is most needed. Your participation is completely optional, but deeply appreciated. Together, we have the power to make a genuine difference—through kindness, connection, and collective care. You will be asked if you are willing to contribute $100 once you sign up.
 

Optional Add-ons

Enhance your experience with deeply personal offerings designed to meet your soul’s unique call. Contact us in advance for availability and booking.

🌊 Surf lessons
🥾 Hiking, biking, and exploring the natural beauty of Troncones
🔮 Intuitive readings & private astrology sessions
💆‍♀️ Massage & Chiropractic and acupuncture treatments

🌌 Magical Healing Journey
An optional guided psilocybin ceremony held in a safe, intentional space, supported by sound bath, prayer, chanting, drumming, and deep energetic care.
This experience is entirely personal—no pressure, no expectations.
You’ll receive more information prior to the retreat to help you decide if it’s right for you.
Cost: $175 USD — and most say it’s profoundly worth it.

Whether you come solo or with a friend, this is your moment to say yes to you.

Let go. Meet yourself exactly where you are. Say yes to the journey—because sometimes, that’s the hardest part.

Arrival & Departure
🛬 Arrival – Saturday, January 10, 2026
🛫 Departure – Saturday, January 17, 2026

Your journey begins the moment you land. Complimentary airport transportation is provided to and from the retreat center on arrival and departure days.

The nearest airport is Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH). Once your flight is booked, please send us your travel details so we can arrange your smooth and seamless transportation.

✈️ Direct flights available:

• Alaska Airlines offers nonstop flights from Los Angeles (LAX) and San Francisco (SFO)
   
• United, Delta, and other major airlines also fly direct from various U.S. cities
   

💫 Want to extend your magic?
If you'd like to arrive a little early or stay a day or two after the retreat, we’re more than happy to help arrange additional accommodations in Troncones or nearby Zihuatanejo. It’s the perfect way to ease into your journey—or let it linger just a little longer. Whether you're craving quiet beach time, cultural exploration, or simply a slower pace, adding extra days can turn your retreat into a true personal getaway.

Let us know, and we’ll help make it effortless.

Deposit, Payments & Cancellation Policy

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
We understand that life happens and sometimes plans shift. Our cancellation policy is designed to offer flexibility while also honoring the commitments we make to Casablanca, The Sirena Segrada Retreat, our service providers, and the preparation required to create this beautiful experience. Please review the policy before reserving your spot.

Deposit & Payment Options

• A $1000 non-refundable deposit is required to hold your space.
   
• Payments are made through WeTravel. You may choose to pay in full or set up a payment plan.
   

Refund Policy

• Refunds may be available up to 90 days before the retreat start date, under extenuating circumstances (to be reviewed on a case-by-case basis).
   
• No refunds will be issued after the 90-day window.
   
• Deposits are non-transferable and cannot be applied to future retreats.
   
• Approved refunds (if applicable) will be processed within 90 days and returned in the same form as payment. We appreciate your understanding and commitment. When you say yes to this retreat, we begin planning with your unique presence in mind—and we can’t wait to welcome you.

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY~Travel Insurance & Individual Responsibility

We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance that covers medical emergencies, trip cancellation, delays, and lost or stolen items. It’s a simple way to protect your peace of mind and your investment when traveling internationally.

By registering for this retreat, you acknowledge that Felicity Odell, Adriana Gonzalez, Lori Lopez and Michelle Helfner, and all affiliated service providers including but not limited to instructors, staff , drivers at the  Sirena Sagrada Retreat are not liable for any injuries, illnesses, accidents, delays, or unforeseen circumstances that may occur during your travel or stay.

That said, your safety and well-being are a top priority. If anything unexpected does arise, we will support you fully and help you get the best care possible.