Saturday April 30th 2022 4:00pm - Saturday May 7th 2022, 11:00am ( Calcelled )
Playa Chacala Nayarit, Mexico
Owl Good Vibes Yoga Retreat will be hosted at the beautiful Mar de Jade retreat center, offering an in-depth, holistic approach to the practice of Yoga. Join Luis for a challenging, yet supportive, seven days of personalized development, centered around the philosophy and application of Yoga.
Against the backdrop of charming Chacala Mexico, this retreat is designed for all-levels, particularly anyone who seeks the benefits of an improved practice and spiritual growth. Surrounded by pristine beaches, wild jungles, farm-fresh organic food and local flavor, Luis invites you to strengthen and stretch, not only your body but your personal knowledge and inner confidence.
In addition to twice daily asana (postures) and pranayama (breath control) sessions, ample opportunity for meditation, relaxation, and recreation will be available in the form of locally hosted excursions and free time in Idyllic surroundings. From sacred jungle hikes to boat trips, practicing your Spanish at the market or relaxing by the pool, let Luis guide you on a journey that will rejuvenate and inspire you.
Mar De Jade. Chacala, Nayarit Mexico
Retreat Pricing:
$1700 - $3300* Includes all yoga, all meals, 7 nights lodging, Yoga mat + props, Nahualt Kora waterfall guided hike, Ancients Stone Hall day trip + tour-transportation and taxes
*Based on your choice of lodging, from shared dormitory to luxury private rooms w/ocean views, which you book directly with Mar de Jade.
STEP 1: RESERVE YOUR SPOT NOW AT THE EARLY BIRD PRICING OF $800
EARLY BIRD PRICE UNTIL 12/01/2021
$800 NONREFUNDABLE DEPOSIT
STEP 2: BOOK YOUR ROOM WITH Mar De Jade
Room types limited and not guaranteed until reserved.
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OWL Good Vibes Yoga Retreat begins Saturday, May 23rd, 2020. Check in is at 4:00pm and the welcome dinner at begins at 6:30 pm.
OWL Good Vibes Yoga Retreat ends Saturday, June 30th, 2020. After a morning practice, and goodbye-breakfast, check-out is at 11:00am.
The Week Unfolds:
Arrival! ¡Llegamos!
The new moon will be over head and we’ll take advantage of its powerful influence. When you arrive in Puerto Vallarta, you’ll find the airport is busy and the air is warm. We will be stepping out from the business of life, heading North. Your pre-scheduled taxi will be waiting to take you on the 60 mile journey through the jungle to arrive in Chacala, Nayarit. People are incredibly welcoming there, the place is secluded, and the environment is lush. Mar de Jade is directly in front of a pristine beach, surrounded by jungle and ocean.
Daily Schedule
7:00am - 9:00am Sunrise Yoga/ Meditation
9:15am - 10:15am Breakfast (Desayuno)
10:30am - 4:00pm Exploration, Beach, 1:30 Lunch (Almuerzo) - Rest/Nap (Descanso)
4:00pm - 6:00pm Sunset Yoga/Meditation
6:30pm Dinner (Cena)
8:00pm - 8:30 Guided meditation
9:30pm - 10:30pm Fire Ceremony, Offerings, Drum circle, Dance
Saturday
My favorite day of the week!
We’ll wake to palm and banana trees—such a lush jungle! The rooms are comfortable and well appointed, and the pool is inviting. After putting the bags away, you’ll wander around paths and trails. Mexican food in Mexico: guacamole and tortillas, fresh-cold hibiscus flower tea, mangoes, yum! This time of year, all the fruits are ripe! Our group will meet for an opening ceremony. We will talk about the philosophy of yoga, and what we want to accomplish in the upcoming days.
Sunday
Our perfect day will begin with a soulful-unwind-sunrise Yoga practice to ground ourselves, and to set the intentions for our practice. The wooden floor of the Shala sustains and supports us as we begin. After loosening up a bit, you might find you are ready for more. As a group, we’ll walk to town, and begin our adventure. Or maybe, you’ll decide to take a nap instead? Either way, refuge, refuel, refresh. Our evening Yoga practice finishes with a 20 minute sound-healing session to promote body and mind alignment. After this we’ll be blissed out and ready for dinner. Good vibes, good times, good night!
Monday
This is a good day to wake up and fully LIVE! We’ll watch the early morning light and awake to the morning dew. The way the birds sing! Everything its so vivid! We’ll jump into our practice for a deepen-the-roots Yoga session. All at once, we’ll have fun, learn and progress together. Paying attention to your senses, you’ll feel the soft warm breeze caress you. For many people, this is a favorite time of the year in this part of Mexico.
After breakfast we’ll head out on an exploratory adventure to a sacred Nahualt Aztec Stone Hall for offerings, and silent meditation. Ancient petroglyphs and nature will take us on a journey within. The truth is out there for us to see, and as we go inward, we’ll feel the ground both within and beneath us.
We’ll turn 180º back to Mar de Jade, for a slower Yoga practice and to learn a some history of the land and its people. We’ll meet the founder of Mar de Jade, and then a guided meditation will end our perfect Monday.
Tuesday
We rise! We feel our bodies from Monday’s hike. A warm shower may help to refresh, a cup of coffee or tea, and we’ll spring forth with an inspiring Yoga practice. The re-birth of the mind, body, and soul is in progress. Yoga supports you in all ways. You may find you are more receptive, open to connecting with new friends, and ready for more action!
It’s breakfast time, and the food is clean, fresh and the staff is warm and friendly. We’ll be learning new words in Spanish, laughing around the pool, or at the beach, swimming, and resting. The spa and massage is on site and available, as well as an optional Temazcal (Sweat Lodge) Ceremony. Detox, refuel, refuge. Our slower Yoga practice this evening will bring vitality, and serenity. As the nervous system rewires and recovers, you may find you are sleeping more deeply.
Wednesday
Sunrise Yoga will help us feel our power! Our flow focuses on the core, to prepare us for our journey to The Stairway to Heaven of the Nahualt people. There will be fruits along the way, coffee plantations, jack fruit, pineapple and various types of mangoes. Committed to conquering our fears, this is the day we climb! We’ll be heading North, to a small, local community to hike up to their sacred waterfalls. Will you be ready to jump in?
Our guides for the day will be two of my favorites people in the world. They’re eclectic, mysterious, cheerful and full of life. A focus today will be on listening, learning and connecting with gratitude to be living, and transforming through the core of our human-nature-connection.
Thursday
We get up and go! We’ll start up nice and easy in the morning, advancing our Yoga practice as we go. The waterfalls will have showered us, purifying our beings. Today, after Yoga, we’ll head out to my good friend’s Garden of The Infinite Orchids. There we’ll weave a trail through orchids and bromeliads, walking in silent meditation, LIVING in the present moment; Both surrounded by, and a part of, nature. Afterwards, we’ll head to a market in a lively coastal town of Mexico with its tasteful, and colorful, culture. This will provide the perfect arena to immerse yourself in the moment and practice your Spanish while you shop and explore. Then we’ll sit to enjoy some of THE BEST tacos, as we watch the fresh, hot tortillas flying in front of our eyes. Together, we’ll take in the colorful environment, as we connect with our experience in the moment, with each other, and truly ENJOY.
Friday
We’ll begin the day with a soulful Yoga session that both keeps up the pace and settles us into our last full day on our retreat. We’ll soak up every moment of our time, under the radiant love of the sun, surrounded by the trees, water, and the new friends who have been our companions and witnesses on our adventure. After spending more time at the beach, and swimming in the warm waters, we’ll be ready for our last evening Yoga session. As we give thanks for our time together, we’ll prepare to gather for a special night filled with music and dancing!
Saturday
On the final morning of the retreat, we’ll gather for Yoga and let our breath take us inwards. Remembering the sacred space that nourished, transformed and inspired us, we’ll complete the journey we began together. My hope is that your journey with yoga continues when you arrive home, stepping it up, tan and fit, ready to begin the best summer of your life.
Finally we’ll share a final meal, gather our things and wait for our taxi to take us to the airport. As we say goodbye, I know I’ll be hoping to share time and practice with you again!
Nurture, Reboot, Practice and Be Inspired
I am excited to offer a complete health, fitness, and well-being-renewal in an intimate environment, surrounded by nature, through the practice of Yoga. Mar de Jade is spacious and private, nestled between a tropical jungle and the golden sands of Chacala beach, north of Puerto Vallarta. It is the perfect arena to regain balance in your life, and to feel better.
Ocean to mountain, farm to table, mat to massage, this retreat will deliver a truly unique experience. The warm weather, sun and ocean will make your skin glow. We’ll play hard. We’ll challenge ourselves, utilizing the beautiful surroundings to excel, and leave for home having practiced rituals that will help you continue to thrive. This program uses Yoga to achieve optimal performance, and endurance, while re-booting your metabolism and removing toxins from your body. In this way we find clarity of mind, body-toned and spirit lifted.
Luis and The Community
Luis arrived in Nayarit, Mexico in 2011. Since then, he has felt an intimate connection with that part of the world. His best friends live and breathe the ocean and jungle of that place still, they know it through and through. Their participation will enhance the experience of the retreat. They range from musicians and artists, to fisherman and surfers. Having lived in the town of Sayulita between 2013-2015 practicing and sharing Yoga in the community, Luis is very well known in the area. He has taught at the local studios, practiced with children at the local school and is deeply ingrained in the competitive surf community. He frequents Mexico often, traveling up and down the coast, exploring new places, always eager for new adventures. Luis visits Chacala frequently, and loves the good-vibes, nerve-calming beach, and its charming, traditional way of life. Chacala is a small Mexican fishing village, apart from the hustle and bustle of big tourist-targeted developments.
Lodging and Registration
Mar de Jade features A/C, en-suit bathrooms, luxury linens, and WIFI. Each room is unique and will be booked on a first-come, first-served basis. Early registration is HIGHLY recommended to secure the room-type of your choice.
Pricing includes a 7 night accommodations, use of Mar de Jade resort amenities, 3 daily meals, group excursions and activities, gratuities and taxes. Optional excursions, activities and spa amenities are available through Mar de Jade for an additional fee.
Retreat Pricing:
$1700 - $3300* Includes all yoga, 3 daily meals, 7 nights lodging, Yoga mat + props, Nahualt Kora Waterfall guided hike, Ancients Stone Hall day trip + tours, transportation and taxes
*Based on your choice of lodging, from shared dormitory to luxury private rooms w/ocean views, which you book directly with Mar de Jade. Room type limited, book early to secure the room type of your choice!
Included
Every room is unique and private, check in: 4pm /check out: 11am.
3 meals daily, made from scratch, using fresh ingredients from Mar de Jade’s own organic farm. Dietary needs honored by request.
2x daily Yoga practice, tailored for your personal growth and advancement.
Coordination of tours and guided hikes.
Not Included
Air-fare is $400–$650 to Puerto Vallarta (PVR)
Airport pick up and drop off
Spa services
Reserve with $800 Non-Refundable Deposit
Rooms can be booked through Mar de Jade to enjoy privately, or can be shared with between a couple or friends. If you’d like to be connected with a roommate, send a message to Luis and he will help to connect you.
Transportation
Schedule your arrival into Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR). A valid passport, with at least 6 months before it expires, is necessary to enter the country. You will be given a tourist-visa good for 3 months before you exit the airplane. Mar de Jade is 90 minutes north of the PVR airport by car. The hotel can arrange for a driver to pick you up at the airport, or you can take a taxi for $120-130 USD each way, which can be split between those sharing a ride. Once everyone is registered we will be coordinating shared-rides for those landing and departing together, if desired.
Cancellation
Your $800 deposit, along with Mar de Jade deposits are non-refundable.
Saturday May 23rd 2020 4:00pm - Saturday May 30th 2020, 11:00am
Playa Chacala Nayarit, Mexico
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