Time For Change: A Yoga Retreat Benefiting Midwives For Haiti

      Isla Mujeres, Q.R., Mexico

      KY
      Kootenay Yoga School
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      126 reviews
      Jun 9 - 13, 2024
      Group size: 1 - 25
      Time For Change: A Yoga Retreat Benefiting Midwives For Haiti
      Isla Mujeres, Q.R., Mexico

      Kootenay Yoga School
      • Email address verified
      126 reviews

      Jun 9 - 13, 2024
      Group size: 1 - 25

      About this trip

      Are you ready to take time for yourself to reset, energize and transform, while also making a difference in the lives of women and babies in Haiti? Join us on beautiful Isla Mujeres, the sanctuary for Ixchel, the Maya goddess of the moon, fertility, medicine and happiness. Start your days with an energizing yoga practice accessible for all bodies. Explore the rich history and beauty of the island. Connect with yourself and tap into your inner power to drive change for yourself and the world around you. Nourish your body with gourmet local vegetarian cuisine, and enjoy the unique beauty of Isla. Slow down, connect with new friends, and find joy in the adventures or relaxation available to you.

      Midwives for Haiti

      Midwives for Haiti is a grassroots, community led organization located in Haiti's Plateau Central. While Haiti has the highest maternal and infant mortality rates in the western hemisphere, MFH's staff of 68 Haitian midwives and support staff work tirelessly to provide safe, compassionate care for pregnant and birthing women. 

      At Midwives for Haiti we deal in optimism. We believe that people are inherently good, that human life, regardless of where we live, has value, and that love will win out in the end.  

      However, it gets harder and harder to maintain this confidence, as the situation in Haiti continues to deteriorate.  Almost 5000 people were murdered in cold blood last year, and almost 3000 were kidnapped for exorbitant ransoms, including our own Head Midwife.

      Profits from this retreat will go to support our 10 community clinics, two rural birth centers, and a maternal waiting home in our town of Hinche. With your help, we can continue to provide, safe compassionate care for our sisters in Haiti.  For more information, please go to www.midwivesforhaiti.org

      What’s included

      • Meditation
        Sunrise and Sunset meditations
      • Meals
        All meals, made in house featuring regional and seasonal best offerings **with exclusion of one afternoon & evening we will be out exploring Isla** (all dietary modifications available)
      • Ceremonies
        Sound Bath and Cacao
      • Caribbean Sea
        5 minute walk to the mesmerizing ocean
      • Yoga
        Daily movements: Tata, Vinyasa, yen
      • Pool & Jungle Property
        Use of all facilities
      • Island of Women
        Exploration of the beautiful Isla Mujeres, the goddess Island of Women
      • Healing Center
        Yoga class + meditation at local healing center Punta Sur
      • Mandala Making
        Group Activity
      • Release Ceremony
        At La Joya beach
      • Beach Walk
        Walking Meditation
      • Island Golf Cart Tour
        Explore the island by golf cart - lead by KYS team

      What’s not included

      • Travel Insurance
        Trip Payments Are Non Refundable - By Submitting Payment You Agree To Final Payment Policy
      • Alcohol
      • Transportation
      • Flights
      • Whale Shark / Snorkel
        Whale Shark Snorkel / Reef Snorkel Excursion
      • In House Massage
        Mayan Massage

      Available Packages

      Shared Occupancy // Shared Bath

      Payments Are Non-Refundable

      $1,495
      Deposit: $425
      Private Occupancy // Shared Bath

      Payments Are Non- Refundable

      $1,895
      Deposit: $670

      Available options

      Round Trip Transportation
      $150

      This includes the transfer from the airport to the ferry, ferry ticket, and taxi from ferry to the school. Both ways.

      Mayan Egg Massage with Marta
      $85


      Itinerary

      Sample Day ✨
      Schedule for Isla Retreat

      6:00-8:00 Guided Sunrise Meditation

      8:00-9:00 Move / Meditation / Guided Journaling 

      9:15-10:30 Breakfast In House

      10:30-12:30 Guided Beach Walk / Shell Collecting

      12:30-14:00 Snorkel Excursion 

      14:00-16:30 Explore Isla

      16:30-18:00 Move / Meditation

      18:00-20:00 Dinner Out / Explore Isla

      20:00-22:00 Watch Sunset / Sound Bath


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      KY
      Kootenay Yoga School
      126 reviews
      In the heart of our journey, Kootenay Yoga School was created from a profound belief in holistic well-being. Recognizing the challenges of modern life, where daily routines can become repetitive cycles of wakefulness, nourishment, work, and rest, we felt the need for a sanctuary that transcends the ordinary. Our vision materialized as Kootenay Yoga School, an embodiment of holistic living.

      Reviews

      Super easy transport from and to the airport. Would definitely recommend it!
      By Carolyn G for Transport Airport To Training - One Way / Round Trip on Jul 22, 2024
      Wow! An incredible few weeks. So grateful to Lisa and Sarah for such amazing care, teachings, kindness, and community. There are no words to truly convey how transformational it was from the moment we all embarked on the journey to driving off the property on the last day. So much love and gratitude.
      By Amy G for Inspired Yoga Teacher Training Joshua Tree/ 200HR / June 16 - 30 on Jul 09, 2024
      Ahhhhh we love you guys and miss the chatsl camp fires, greatly extended asanas.....laughs, adventures and more. COME OUT AND VISIT PLEASE
      By Kootenay Yoga School on Jul 09, 2024
      KY
      Kootenay has an amazing staff. They were absolutely fantastic. The food was fresh, tasty and presented beautifully. Addy was super helpful and friendly and Kevin was the master of transportation which was flawless. Also if you have a chance get a massage from Marta you will not be disappointed one of the best I have had. The grounds are beautiful and the rooms are very clean and well taken care of. It’s a bit warm but I hear they may be getting air conditioning soon. Jj Stein
      By Jj S for Time For Change: A Yoga Retreat Benefiting Midwives For Haiti on Jul 08, 2024
      This trip was everything I needed and then some. Gracious, lovely hosts, the accommodations were perfect for my needs, and the food was incredible.
      By Danielle P for CALIBRATE. Nurture Your Light Retreat. June 14-18, 2024. on Jun 30, 2024
      Could not have asked for a better experience to complete my 200hr YTT! The program was an intense 2 weeks and Addy, Lisa and Stacy put in a lot to make this experience incredibly magical. In addition to two yoga classes/day and LOTS of studying and learning, we were provided home cooked vegetarian meals 3x/day and almost every night there was a special ceremony or bonding session held for the group. The island itself is very safe and the rooms have decent space with a kitchenette provided as well (also hot showers yay!). Expect to put some hard work but know that what comes out of it is absolutely worth it and there are lots of fun treats along the way!
      By Taylor T for Taylor T - Isla Shared// Inspired Yoga Teacher Training 200HR on Jun 20, 2024
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      I had the best time here and felt so taken care of. Shout out to Marcia, Kevin, Addy, and the amazing crew. The food was so delicious. On hot days we had lessons in and around the pool to stay cool in the Mexican heat. The classes were very thorough and I feel confident in my ability to teach yoga now. THANK YOU & namaste! <3
      By Amelia K on 20 Jun, 2024
      Attending Kootenay Yoga School was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had! It was such a transformative program full of so many beautiful souls. Marcia was THE BEST!!! She is so informative and a natural teacher. I would highly recommend this program to anyone looking to expand their yoga practice.
      By Carissa C on 18 Jun, 2024
      I did my yoga teacher training on Isla through Kootenay in 2022 and it was an amazing experience. The location is beautiful and you do get some free time to explore the area. Michelle was an amazing instructor and I genuinely learned so much and was able to deepen my practice and build confidence creating flows and classes. They made most meals for us, which were delicious and healthy. They also even had entertainment some nights like a live band and fire dancers. I still talk to the other students that I did the program with sometimes and met up with one girl when I was in her town a year later! Overall a transformative experience where I made memories, learned new things and met really cool people.
      By Madison W on 15 Jun, 2024
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