BODY CARE ON THE BEACH
”the best vacation ever!”
WITH MARTHA CARTER
TRONCONES, MEXICO
March 6-13, 2022
ANNOUNCEMENT: Based on retreat ‘interest’ emails following our May newsletter, this retreat is AT CAPACITY!
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NOTE: We are looking at additional retreats in 2022 - in fact, we’ve just launched a new retreat on Salt Spring Island in BC - and are also considering Vancouver Island, BC, and possibly Hawaii. Email us if interested!
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Looking for some rest, rejuvenation, and inspiration?
Come and join Martha Carter for a week of relaxing bodywork and movement exploration, giving special attention to lengthening and strengthening the spine.
Taught in the beautiful beach studio of Yoga del Pacifico in Troncones, Mexico, it’s a perfect winter getaway, providing just the right balance of yoga, movement, nature, and fun!
Martha's gentle approach, combining stretch, yoga, somatics, and relaxation techniques, will rejuvenate your body and lift your spirit!
All levels welcome. No movement experience required.
Martha Carter’s work is grounded in her training and experience in yoga and dance. She is the director and founder of Twisted Outreach Project (TOPS). A certified yoga teacher (hatha), and scoliosis specialist, she has studied for several years with back care experts Elise Browning Miller and Deborah Wolk, and attended medical classes at the Iyengar Institute in Pune, India. Read more about Martha here.
RETREAT INFORMATION
Retreat includes:
All classes
7 nights accommodation, King bed double occupancy, in ocean-front rooms.
3 catered meals (light breakfast, brunch, and dinner) per day.
Transportation to and from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo (ZIH) airport (participants are responsible for airfare to and from Mexico).
Important - Direct & inexpensive flights sell out… so book soon to get the best direct flight at the time of your choosing!
ACCOMMODATIONS:
Participants will stay in beautiful beachfront palapas at Los Raqueros, just a 5-10 minute walk from Yoga del Pacifico where classes will be held. The villa has direct access to ocean swimming on Troncones beach, as well as a beach-side swimming pool.
**Retreat cost is based on room selection. Register before our deadline of November 15 to secure these rates (savings of $100 USD!):
Shared King Bed / private bathroom: $1,700 USD per person for 2 occupants.
Solo King Bed / private bathroom: $2,150 USD per person.
2-bedroom King Bed Deluxe suite with shared bathroom: $1,900 USD per person for 2 occupants (large private bedrooms with shared bathroom).
NOTE: this large 2-bedroom suite is also a great deal for 2 couples who are willing to share one bathroom ($1,600 USD per person). There is one suite like this. First come, first serve.2-level apartment (King Bed upstairs with open space for twin bed downstairs, one bathroom; open air patio + kitchenette): $1,800 USD per person for 2 occupants (ALSO ideal for non-coupled people—who wish to share accommodations, but not a bed!). There are two apartments like this. First come, first serve.
MEALS:
Beautiful, freshly-made Mexican and fusion dishes will be provided by an in-house chef. Juices are fresh-pressed, and most of the ingredients are local. Light breakfast, snacks, brunch, and dinner will be provided. Food preferences will be taken into consideration for all.
COST:
Based on room selection (and private vs shared accommodation), as detailed above.
Registration Deadline: November 15, 2021.Cost increase of $100 USD after November 15 deadline (provided there is still space…!! Don’t delay!).
DEPOSIT REQUIRED: $650 USD to reserve your spot.
(if paying in Canadian Dollars, we will use the daily rate of exchange)
*** Participants are responsible for airfare to and from Ixtapa/Zihuatenejo airport.
Payment Policy: Registration & Deposit Deadline - November 15, 20201. As a non-profit, we need to know we have enough registrations required to fulfill our financial obligations to pay studios, accommodations, teachers, caterers, etc, by their deposit deadlines. Save $100 USD when you register by the Registration Deadline. NOTE: $650 USD deposit due at Registration; balance due two months prior to Retreat start date.
MOVEMENT SPACE - YOGA DEL PACIFICO:
Classes will be held in a beautiful, open-concept palapa with an ocean view, just a five minute walk from accommodations.
LOCATION - TRONCONES, MEXICO:
Troncones is both a rustic and luxurious beach village, overflowing with local cultural flavour, and miles of white sandy beach. It is located about 20 miles north west of Zihuatanejo on the coast of the state of Guerrero, 500 km south-west of Mexico City, on the Pacific Ocean.
GETTING THERE:
Air: Air Canada is the recommended airline to travel from Canada. Book early to get direct, inexpensive flights from select cities, including Vancouver. Other airlines to consider are Air Mexico, Interjet, WestJet, and Alaska Air.
Ground transportation: Troncones is located about 30 minutes from the Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo airport. Taxis will be provided to and from the airport.
RETREAT ITINERARY
Sunday, March 6, 2022
Fly into Ixtapa/Zihuatenejo (ZIH) Airport. A taxi will pick you up from the airport and bring you to the accommodations.
Everyone meets for dinner.
Monday, March 7 - Saturday, March 12, 2022
Daily Retreat Schedule (see below)
Sunday, March 13, 2022
There will be a morning class, and then a taxi will take you back to the airport.
NOTE: It may be possible to extend your stay at either end of the trip, as mentioned.
Daily Retreat Schedule (hours are subject to change):
Light refreshments will be offered in the morning before class.
7:30am – 9:30am - Class with Martha at Yoga del Pacifico
9:30am – 11:00am - Brunch
11:00am – 4:00pm - Free Time
4:00pm – 6:00pm - Class with Martha at Yoga del Pacifico
6:30pm – 8:30pm - Dinner
Free Time Activities
Make the most of the beach (swim, boogie board, or take a surfing lesson), explore the tide pools, laze in the beautiful swimming pool, nap in a hammock, go for a bike ride, or visit the local vendors and markets on the main drag. Explore the nearby restaurants for delicious salads and smoothies.
Additional offerings for a fee:
Renting a bicycle is highly recommended; they are available for a nominal fee. The main Troncones road is almost entirely flat and 3 miles long from end to end. It’s fun to have the freedom to bike from the villa to town and back (taxi service and a shuttle bus are also available).
Optional Kayaking through a beautiful nearby lagoon with a local, knowledgeable guide.
Relaxation Massage: Relaxation and/or Thai massages are available with a local masseuse in your room.
Manicure-Pedicure: A local technician will meet you at the villa.
Silver Jewellery shopping: a local artisan will visit the villa.
We hope you’ll join us!! Email us if any questions.
If you have any questions, please contact us.
Cancellation Policy: $30 USD processing fee for cancellations up to two months prior to retreat start date; 30% non-refundable within two months of retreat start date; 60% non-refundable within two weeks of retreat start date. Note: in the event that borders are shut / travel is banned by Government or public health mandate due to Covid-19, all registrants will receive a full refund.