About Root & Return: A surf, breath work, and somatic retreat

Mission & Vision

This is not a typical wellness retreat.

It’s designed for people who feel like they’ve been carrying a lot for a long time—and even if things look “fine” on the outside, something isn’t working the way it used to.

Many retreats focus on helping you relax. This one focuses on helping you function differently when you go home.

Over the course of the week, we combine surf, breathwork, yoga, and somatic coaching to help you:

– build more capacity for stress without shutting down or over-functioning
– shift patterns in relationships and communication
– reconnect with your body in a way that actually translates into daily life
– create more clarity in decision-making and direction

This is not therapy, but it is structured, intentional, and grounded in evidence-informed approaches.

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Venue & Amenities

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Swell Guatemala

Meals

Menu Types

Curated by a private chef. Fresh, locally prepared meals with a mix of traditional Guatemalan and modern options. Vegetarian and dietary needs can be accommodated.

Getting Here

Directions

The nearest international airport is La Aurora International Airport (GUA) in Guatemala City. From the airport, transportation to El Paredón is approximately 2.5–3 hours by car. Airport transfer is included for participants who arrive within the designated time window. Detailed arrival instructions will be provided after booking.

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