Immerse yourself in the heart wisdom of the Maya and the transformative power of yoga, breath and service. On this retreat, we’ll gather to walk our soul path with intention, joy and purpose in a one-on-one or small group setting (max. 8). Together, we’ll cultivate a slow flow full of awareness, beauty, gratitude and love. 

Immerse yourself on the path of your dharma (true essence) at Lake Atitlan in the Mayan highlands of Guatemala for 6 days of yoga, creativity and ceremony! Partake in a Mayan Fire Ceremony and a Sweat Lodge Ceremony to ground yourself in gratitude and clarify your vision, purpose and truth.

We’ll practice slow flow yoga—a mix of hatha, vinyasa flow, kundalini and yin. The sessions also incorporate pranayama breathing practices, meditation and the energies of the sacred Mayan calendar, along with time for writing, sharing and deep relaxation.

Open to all levels from novice to expert. Take home healthy habits and empowering practices that will enhance your personal well being and nurture your intuitive intelligence.

Retreat Highlights:

• Twice Daily Practice Sessions: Start and end each day with yoga, breath and meditation sessions led by Michelle Margaret, suitable for all levels.

• Mayan Fire Ceremony: Immerse yourself in the rich cultural traditions of the local Mayan community by participating in an authentic fire ceremony for spiritual cleansing and renewal with Tata Thomas

• Personal Mayan Nawal Reading: Learn about the energy of your personality according to the sacred Mayan calendar in a 45-minute reading with Michelle

• Sweat Lodge Ceremony: Purify your body and send prayers of gratitude to the elements, directions, ancestors, relations, and your Self

• Service Activity: Spend a day doing meaningful reforestation work with Wellkind Guatemala

• All-Inclusive Meals: Savor delicious, healthy, and nourishing meals prepared from fresh, local ingredients, catering to your dietary needs.

• Unique Accommodations: Stay in tranquil, eco-friendly lodgings with stunning lake and volcano views.

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Your journey begins in the mystical lakeside village of Tzununa, nestled on the north shore of Lake Atitlán, Guatemala. Surrounded by volcanoes and lush hills, this small but vibrant community is known for its tranquil beauty, regenerative spirit, and connection to ancient Mayan wisdom.  

In the evening, we’ll come together for a welcome dinner crafted with local ingredients, enjoying nourishing Guatemalan flavors and connecting with your fellow travelers in this sacred, heart-opening space.

Begin your day immersed in stillness and movement with Slow Flow Yoga led by Michelle, balancing strength and surrender. 

After lunch and time to relax or explore, we’ll take a Mindful Nature Walk through Tzununa, followed by a guided writing session to integrate your experiences and connect with your inner voice.

This is a day to remember your radiance and reconnect with your soul path.

Enjoy a slow morning with a self-reflective writing circle, designed to help you tune into the messages of your dreams, intuition, and creativity. The afternoon is yours: take a swim in the lake, hike into the hills, sip tea with a new friend, or simply rest. This mid-retreat pause invites deep listening—to the whispers within and the wisdom of the waters.

In the morning, we’ll gather in sacred circle for a Mayan Fire Ceremony, an ancient ritual of gratitude and prayer guided by a local spiritual elder, offering the opportunity to connect deeply with the elements, the ancestors, and your soul’s intention. After brunch and downtime, join Michelle for a personal reading of your Mayan sign.

The morning begins with a Breath Workshop with Michelle to activate your inner vitality and cultivate mindful presence. In the afternoon, enjoy a spacious blend of free time or optional healing sessions and excursions.

Join Michelle for Yoga + the Mayan Calendar, a unique class blending asana with storytelling and ancestral wisdom to explore your personal connection to the sacred rhythms of time. Afternoon free for integration, journaling, swimming, or a cacao and hammock time.

On our final full day, we’ll circle back to Self-reflective Writing and Movement, allowing space to harvest insights and clarify what you’re taking home.
In the evening, we’ll share a Closing Circle + Candle Ritual to seal our time together with intention, gratitude, and heart connection.

Enjoy breakfast and one last lakeside moment. Shuttles and boat transfers will be arranged for your onward travels. Leave feeling nourished, inspired, and filled with the steady, soulful medicine of the turtle.