PURPOSEFUL YOGA RETREAT

Ready for an escape from your routine? From the craziness of the world? From the habits that aren’t working for you? From the “busy” that keeps you from connecting—with nature, spirit, others, and most importantly, yourself? Ready to immerse yourself in a week of activities that help you THRIVE?

Wake up with yoga, the sunrise, and the sound of the ocean. Actually, if you want coffee you can wake up to a tray delivered to your bungalow first. Whether your idea of a delicious breakfast is a green smoothie, a Mexican specialty like chilaquiles, or eggs and bacon with fresh papaya and pineapple you’ll be fueled for the day.

What that day includes is up to you. Maybe you’re ready for kayaking, hiking to a cave, or a horseback ride on the beach. Or perhaps getting a massage, sitting by the pool sipping a just-cut coconut, or walking the empty beach sounds good.

Stepping out of your environment is one of the best tools for reframing how you’re doing life. It’s like getting a “do over.”

Not only do you need time away from your normal routine, but you also get the most benefit from an approach that extends beyond the week of your retreat. 

Your Retreat (no yoga experience required) offers:

  • Daily yoga…
  • Warm ocean breezes…
  • Time for rest and renewal…
  • Time for play…
  • An opportunity to be of service…
  • A cool group of people…

AND facilitated group time to help grow your self-care practice using tools like Purposeful Yoga and guided meditations for an empowering, vitalizing, and transformative week. 

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Your retreat includes:

  • Seven nights of ocean view lodging. (You’ll be sharing with 1-3 others unless you choose the single option for an extra fee.)
  • Transportation to and from the airport as long as you can coordinate times among other retreatants.
  • Two Daily yoga classes with meditation.
  • Daily Free time for relaxation, socializing with the group, or activities like kayaking or getting a massage.
  • A sandy quiet beach
  • A private Facebook group to connect with and stay connected with other retreatants.

Where does all this awesomeness take place?

Where better to spend a week slowing down, going inward, and playing than a quiet coastal beach town? When I first visited this place in 2012 I kept saying, “this is a perfect place for a yoga retreat.” And it is!

We’ll be spending the week in the Troncones playa area of Mexico. Part of what makes this place so special is that, while they get tourists, it’s not overly touristy. You won’t find numerous tourist activities, scores of beachfront vendors, and tacky shops. No chain restaurants here.

What you will find is a small town that welcomes visitors along with a slower pace. You’ll also find good restaurants and fun activities.

Walk down the beach and you’ll discover the estuary filled with migratory and local birds.   Kayak, participate in a turtle release, or take a surf lesson. 

How about a hike to a cave or boogie boarding? You can horseback ride down the beach and into the jungle.

Maybe you’re ready to relax in your hammock, have a poolside acupuncture sessioon, or enjoy a cacao ceremony. 

Our home base will be a small resort with a handful of bungalows. The resort is situated on a stretch of beach without other hotels or resorts. Very quiet and restful.

Amenities include a pool, restaurant, hammocks, gorgeous grounds, and exceptionally good customer service. You’ll be able to get a massage, pedicure, or manicure all while enjoying the ocean breeze. You’ll also have access to wifi in the common areas. And did I mention that you’re just steps away from the beach where you can walk for miles?

And the yoga…

The yoga will be appropriate for all levels, even those brand new to yoga. You will need to be able to walk up stairs to get to the yoga space on the third floor. Our twice-daily classes focus on going inward, listening to what you need. Classes will be customized to your needs on a day-by-day basis. Also, no pressure if you want to skip a class.

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You’ll also have the opportunity to provide service to the local community. In previous years we’ve brought books and school supplies for the local children and schools. We may do some beach clean up during the week too. These activities are also Life before and after…

Our journey together doesn’t begin or end the day of the retreat. You have a life before and after the retreat, right? Your retreat will include a couple of virtual pre-retreat meetings. You’ll begin to set your intention and to lay the groundwork for getting the most from your retreat. You’ll get your questions answered as well as meet your fellow retreatants. 

And what about after you get home? We’ll meet again to check-in on your transition to life with all those marvelous people who weren’t part of your retreat. You’ll have a chance to share your successes and challenges as well as ask questions.

WHAT FORMER RETREATANTS HAD TO SAY:

I returned from the retreat with the increased awareness of my desire to daily do yoga. Also just a relaxed feeling of being more centered!!

I loved it all! I love new adventures and that was really presented in a safe wonderful setting. Thanks Sharon for providing a special memory that touched on health, friendship, new adventures and beauty all around! It filled me up.

Beverly Cox

★★★★★

What a perfect week. Wonderful place! Wonderful group of women. I’ve been on many retreats & this one was the best. I returned home blissed. I’m ready to do it again!!! ?
Lucy Sage

★★★★★

This was a healing experience for me. I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer and had a complete hysterectomy on Aug. 11, 2014 and went through six rounds of chemo. By the time Feb. 21, 2014 came around I was ready for a life giving experience. That is exactly what I received. I promise you that you will be welcomed, encouraged, challenged if you choose, rested, and embraced by Sharon’s uniqueness as a Yoga Instructor and Life Coach.
Sarah Whiteman

★★★★★

“I especially loved the morning yoga with the sunrise and the beach yoga under the stars. Fantastic!

Talking with and sharing energy with wonderful “sisters” was an unforgettable experience. This retreat was truly a spiritual journey to me. I felt so peaceful all the time. My outside life itself has not been changed so much, but my inside self-image has been changed a lot. I didn’t know myself can have so much fun with new people and new place, especially that I can be so happy even being away from my family, I can enjoy “my life” not just as a mother or as a wife. Now I’m looking forward my future life as being “myself” again. Thank you Sharon!”

Tomoko Izumi

★★★★★

The retreat exceeded my expectations. I feel so blessed to have spent such a beautiful week with my beloved sister and to have built an awesome friendship with my new Yoga Sisters.
Heidi Foster

★★★★★

I have slowed down, I have not stopped smiling and I feel for the first time in a long time that I have released a lot. Thank you.
Mindy Surber

★★★★★

What an incredible yoga retreat! Beyond my wildest dreams. Beautiful setting and great yoga sessions. I know I am so much stronger than last Sunday. Thank you, Sharon.” “Just did yoga with my sweetie. I couldn’t help wanting to get up and do it. I lost 2 % points of body fat while on the retreat. I love this. Thanks to all of you for being part of this unbelievable week.
Katherine Mercer

★★★★★

What a fabulous, amazing and fantastic experience! The most relaxing vacation ever. I came away feeling more courageous. Thank you, Sharon. It was beyond my greatest imagination and dreams!!! WOW!
Eileen Foster Sakai

★★★★★

Ready to Say “YES” to a Week in Mexico?

 

The 2024 retreat is full. Would you like to be on the waiting list in case a space opens up? Send me an email at Sharon.align@gmail.com with the subject line “Waiting list for ’24 retreat”

Cost is $1950 for shared lodging 

Additional $630 for a single bungalow 

 

You can pay in full or pay a $500 deposit for shared lodging or $750 deposit for a single with monthly payments starting 30-days from your deposit. 

 

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About Sharon

Sharon in Mexico

Hi. I’m Sharon Roemmel, your guide and yoga teacher. I’m a registered e-RYT with Yoga Alliance and have been practicing yoga since the 70’s and teaching since 1993. My style is gentle with lots of permission to go at your own pace. In addition to leading retreats, I  offer life purpose and self-care coaching, am a licensed massage therapist, and a certified aromatherapist.

Questions?

Questions about upcoming retreats? Send me an email  at Sharon.Align@gmail.com or visit the Frequently Asked Questions page.