Brisas de Zicatela, Oaxaca, Mexico
Up to 17 in group
May 16 - 19, 2024
About this Retreat
Roos:
Meet Roos, our somatic, dance and yoga teacher and our social media manager.
‘After the completion of my bachelors in Dance Education, I’ve dedicated my research into analyzing the use of dance as a tool to unravel unconscious behaviors, fostering the direct integration and embodiment of new behaviors. My work revolves around finding a balance between free expression and analyzing our movements, ultimately creating a deeper understanding within ourselves. I believe that effecting change within one individual can create a ripple effect throughout the entire .
With my background in teaching, performing and creating, my main focus is offering movement as a tool to raise awareness and understanding. At the core of my approach lies a synthesis of Somatics, Performance, Psychosocial Aspects, and Improvisation. My aim extends beyond the creative space, integrating these principles into daily life and relationships. In classes, I foster curiosity, authenticity, and exploration, encouraging individuals to explore subconscious behaviors for collective awareness.
Empathy, kinesthetic awareness, and collective consciousness are the pillars of my methodology, promoting personal expression and equality. I view movement and art as gateways to individual and collective growth, creating spaces that encourage dialogue through artistic expression and movement.’
Roos offers:
Somatic Movement Meditation - Yoga - Contact Improvisation - Authentic Movement
Meet Jade, our beautiful manager and house soundhealer.
‘My musical journey started in 2008 amounting to a 15 year career as an international dj playing all of the world and sharing the stage with a number of top acts. My love for music is so vast that it naturally evolved into a passion for sound healing and live performance leading me to become an accredited sound healer. Sharing the magic power of musical frequencies is my biggest passion and love.
I am guided by the hangdrum as the key to the portal of vibration. Meanwhile I have extended my study of other healing instruments which enabled me to offer 1 to 1 vibrational massages and soundbaths and I has been blessed to receive ancient wisdom within ayahuasca ceremonies, hikuri, cacao, plant baths, temazcal and I’ve completed trainings in Breathwork and Ice Baths.
Jade offers:
SoundHealing - Handpan Meditation - Gongbath - Soundbath - Ecstatic Dance - Cacao - Tibetan Bowls - DJ - Vibrational Massage - Breathwork - Ice baths
Andrew Pūjā
English
Meet Andrew, our authentic main teacher in Barbarenas - offering beautiful practices and sessions.
‘Serving and sharing the teachings with compassion and from the heart is what inspires me every day, the most beautiful thing is learning from all those souls that connect in a single breath, in a posture, sharing the word and chanting a mantra, this is Yoga. I feel very grateful to be part of this prayer, of this awakening of consciousness, to be a channel to transmit and receive all these teachings and to be able to project light, peace, love and blessings for all beings in the Universe.’
Andrew offers:
Rocket • Dharma • Vinyasa · Kundalini • Yin • Kirtan Wallah •
Details of this retreat
Somatic Yoga Retreat is an immersive experience at the beautiful holistic retreat center, Barbarenas, located in the serene coastal town of Puerto Escondido, Mexico. This transformative retreat is a unique blend of yoga, somatics, dance, meditation, breathwork, ice baths and sound, designed to take you on an inner journey of self-discovery and personal growth.
Daily yoga, Breathwork, and journaling sessions.
Ecstatic Dance, Somatic Practices, Sound healing & Ice Bath.
Mat, blocks, and accessories provided.
Daily vegan breakfast, lunch and dinner.
3 nights accommodation.
The Activities
Over the next three nights, you'll be immersed in daily yoga, movement and sound sessions
Experience the joy of movement with daily sessions, including Yoga, Somatic Practices, Breathwork and sound healing
The expert instructors will provide guidance and support throughout your practice, nurturing your growth
Savor the nourishing flavors of daily homemade plant-based meals
As the sun sets, join for an ecstatic dance session to express yourself freely through movement
The Itinerary:
Day 1: Friday - Commence Your Inner Movement Journey
Check-in opens at 15:00, providing an opportunity to settle into the serene surroundings.
Embark on your journey with a Sunset Yoga session, followed by sound healing to anchor yourself in the beautiful space.
Day 2: Saturday - Deepen Your Retreat Experience
Start the day with invigorating morning yoga to awaken both body and mind.
Savor a wholesome breakfast to energize your day.
Delve into Somatic Movement Meditation.
Experience the profound transformation of our Temazcal Ceremony, guided by our local shamans.
Day 3: Sunday - Explore Your Inner and Outer Worlds
Awaken your body and spirit with Intuitive Yoga.
Indulge in a delightful breakfast to nourish your senses.
Immerse yourself in a session of Breathwork & Ice bath.
Enjoy free time in the afternoon to unwind and explore.
As day turns into night, join us for Somatic Movement and Ecstatic Dance session, offering a unique and liberating experience.
Day 4: Monday - A Closing Ceremony to Cherish
Commence your final day with morning yoga to set a reflective tone.
Savor a leisurely breakfast before engaging in the day's activities.
The retreat culminates with a profound Closing Ceremony to honor your journey
Check-out time is at 12:00 as you leave with a heart full of memories and newfound insights
This retreat invites you to embrace self-discovery, self-expression, and inner transformation, all within the tranquil embrace of Barbarenas. No prior experience is needed, and this retreat is open to individuals of all ages, couples, and groups. Join them in this inner movement journey, where your inner and outer worlds merge, and you emerge as a more self-aware and empowered individual.