GUATEMALA
EDUCATION RETREAT | April 28-May 5, 2025
Discover how easy it is to feel better with the latest tips from brain science and mindfulness. Our sessions offer straightforward ways to manage stress, stay calm, and improve your mood. Learn practical techniques that fit into your daily life and start seeing real changes in your mental well-being.ROOTS AND RENEWAL
A Journey Through Yogic Traditions and Modern Wellness | April 28-May 5, 2025Discover how easy it is to feel better with the latest tips from brain science and mindfulness. Our sessions offer straightforward ways to manage stress, stay calm, and improve your mood. Learn practical techniques that fit into your daily life and start seeing real changes in your mental well-being.
Learn how to enhance your yoga practice with modern health techniques like mindfulness-based stress reduction and simple lifestyle changes. These approaches not only help you manage stress but also promote long-term physical and mental wellness. Discover how integrating these practices can lead to a more balanced, healthier life.
WHAT TO EXPECT
DAILY SCHEDULE
8:00 - 10:00 am | 2hr Morning practice
10:00 - 11:00 am | Breakfast
11:00 am - 2:00 pm | 3hr Lecture
2:00 - 3:30 pm | Lunch
3:00 - 5:00 pm | FREE TIME
5:00 - 6:00 pm | Dinner
6:00 - 9:00 pm | FREE TIME
HOW TO BOOK
CHOOSE YOUR ROOM
Select the room you'd like to book for this escape from the options below.
Bungalow
The Bungalows are the perfect shared space for deep communal transformation. Looking out over the shimmering waters of Lake Atitlán and its surrounding volcanoes, these shared cabañas have terraces and hammocks to allow you to soak in the beauty of the surroundings.
Private Forest Cabin
If you’re wanting privacy, the Forest Cabin is perfect for you. With gorgeous lake and volcano views, this cabin features a small terrace to enjoy the beauty that surrounds you. Immerse yourself with the bird songs and vibrant forest that envelops this cabin to relax and feel the stillness within.
Sunrise Suite
With stunning views of Lake Atitlán and the surrounding volcanoes, private rooms Sunrise Suites 1 & 2 are located under the Sol Shala. They are the perfect space to watch the sunrise from your terrace and take in the stillness and tranquility of the forest in the early morning.
FAQs
What yoga styles are taught on retreat?
We offer two yoga classes a day on our yoga retreats: a morning Vinyasa flow class which is quite active and invigorating, and an inquisitive afternoon Heath class. Each class includes meditation and reflection.
Can I share a room with someone else?
We’d be happy to arrange this, although most people joining us on their own seem to like their own room. We normally put people in a shared room if they’re traveling together and request it specifically – friends, siblings, couples etc. However, if we do get requests from two people traveling on their own who would like to share, we can put you two in a shared room. Please contact us if this is your preference.
When should I arrive, and when should I plan to leave?
Plan to arrive at some point on the first day of the retreat (the first date mentioned in the dates listed on our website). Check in is 4 pm. We’ll have a group dinner that evening to meet everyone, and yoga classes will start the next morning. The last class will be in the morning on the last day of the retreat, and people will leave at some point on the next day depending on flights. Check-out is usually around 12noon.
What's not included?
Flights, taxi cabs, tips for tour excursions, housekeeping, chefs, and spa employees are not included. We also do not provide toiletries, espresso (though coffee is offered) and drinking water on site. These items can be paid for upfront to our butlers.
What’s the average size of a group?
There are normally 10-15 people on each yoga retreat. This can vary slightly by retreat and by date, but we tend to limit the number to 16 people.
Are yoga mats provided?
YES! All yoga mats and props will be provided at the retreat. However, feel free to bring your own if desired.
Are the yoga retreat destinations safe?
All our destinations are extremely safe, we are careful to pick locations that don’t present any threat, we would never organize a yoga retreat in a place we felt would present any danger. We constantly monitor the situation in all the countries we visit to make sure there is no danger
Where do I fly into?
Morning travel recommended. If you would like an escort service to Kawoq Forest once you arrive in the town of San Marcos, please arrange to take an 8-9am collective shuttle (Q100) from Antigua (or you can request a 9-10am private shuttle for Q800) in order to arrive with plenty of time. We are able to arrange an escort service up to Kawoq Forest from Circles Cafe 7 days a week.
What type of food will there be on retreat? I have a specific dietary need, will there be options?
This retreat offers two vegetarian meals daily (brunch and dinner) as well as an afternoon mid-day snack.
Delicious food is one of the highlights of our yoga retreats, and we make sure that all dietary needs and allergies are taken into consideration, as well as a gluten-free section.
Are flights included?
We have not included flights into the package since we have people joining from all over the world.
What is the Cancelation Policy?
If you, or any member of your party, cancel your travel arrangements at any time after deposit you will not be given a refund. Since we incur costs in canceling your travel arrangements 100% of the payments will be forfeited.