Play - Tango & Yoga Vacation Mexico October 2025
Join me and, World Champion Tango Teachers Lorena Gonzalez & Gaston Camejo, for 6 days and 5 nights in the beachside town of San Pancho, Mexico, where we’ll stay at the breathtaking Alma Vida Retreat Center.
This Tango & Yoga Vacation Retreat is all about connecting with our tango community in a more relaxed environment, as we soak up the beauty of our surroundings, and enjoy each other’s company at a more luxurious and leisurely pace. We’ll share incredible meals, great conversations, and moments of joy, play, laughter, while embraced by the magic of this special place and its ocean breeze and golden sunsets.
We will start each day with a morning yoga practice, to awaken our bodies, as we explore the benefits of yoga for our tango and our overall wellbeing. We will then dive into our exploration of tango with these world renowned tango teachers from Buenos Aires, Argentina, Lorena and Gaston, as they help refine our technique and launch our tango to the next level.
This is an ALL-INCLUSIVE EXPERIENCE — just book your flight, and we’ll take care of the rest.
Here's a preview of the rhythm of our days together on this Tango and Yoga Vacation Retreat.
Tentative Retreat Schedule *
*TENTATIVE RETREAT SCHEDULE: Subject to change.
Day 1 (WED - Oct. 29): Arrival
Afternoon: Check-in and settle into the Alma Vida Resort. Enjoy free time to explore the beach, relax, or unwind after your journey.
6:00 PM: Welcome dinner featuring fresh, local cuisine.
8:00 PM: Fire Pit Opening Circle—Meet your hosts and fellow dancers.
Day 2 (THU - Oct. 30): Chill
8:00 AM: Morning Yoga
9:15 AM: Breakfast
10:30 AM: Tango Workshop
12:00 PM: Lunch
1:15 PM: Free Time - beach, pool, town, shopping, privates**
4:30 PM: Tango Workshop
6:00 PM: Dinner
8:00 PM: Sound Bath - Relax and rejuvenate with a meditative sound journey
Day 3 (FRI - Oct. 31): Explore
8:00 AM: Morning Yoga
9:15 AM: Breakfast
10:30 AM: Tango Workshop
12:00 PM: Lunch
1:15 PM: Extended Free Time for exploration and rest - beach, pool, town, shopping, privates**
6:00 PM: Dinner
8:00 PM: Halloween Practica (open to local tango community)
Day 4 (SAT - Nov. 1): Celebrate
8:00 AM: Morning Yoga
9:15 AM: Breakfast
10:30 AM: Tango Workshop
12:00 PM: Lunch
1:15 PM: Free Time - beach, pool, town, shopping, privates**
4:30 PM: Tango Workshop
6:00 PM: Dinner
8:00 PM: Milonga with cash bar (open to local tango community)
Day 5 (SUN - Nov. 2): Connect
8:00 AM: Morning Yoga
9:15 AM: Breakfast
10:30 AM: Tango Workshop
12:00 PM: Lunch
1:15 PM: Free Time - beach, pool, town, shopping, privates**
4:30 PM: Tango Workshop
6:00 PM: Dinner
8:00 PM: Temezcal
Day 6 (MON - Nov. 3): Farewell
8:00 AM: Morning Yoga & Closing Circle
9:15 AM: Breakfast
11:00 AM: Departure Shuttles & Farewells—Leave inspired and reconnected, carrying the magic of tango and Alma Vida with you
**PRIVATES are NOT included with retreat package:
Tango Privates can be arranged directly with Lorena and Gaston
Yoga Privates can be arranged directly with Kat
Rooms
At the newly renovated Alma Vida Retreat Center you’ll find a welcoming sanctuary to rest and recharge, amidst the lush tropical landscape, the salt water swimming pool, yoga deck, tango terrace, hammocks and el nido basket swings, and rooftop oceanview dining. All spaces are thoughtfully designed with luxurious materials, to offer beauty, comfort, and a peaceful retreat experience.
TIER 1 ROOMS: Oro, Plata: upper level, ocean view balcony, private bath, (1) king - that can be divided into (2) twins
TIER 2 ROOMS: Sol, Luna: upper level, courtyard view window, private bath, (1) queen + (1) twin
TIER 3 ROOMS: Agua, Fuego, Aire, Tierra: lower level, pool view balcony, private bath, (2) queen
TIER 4 ROOM: Jungla: lower level, no balcony/window/view, public bath, (4) twin - (2) bunk beds of (2) twin each
Upper Level Apartments: Oro and Sol share a full kitchen and sitting area; Plata and Luna share a full kitchen and sitting area
Lower Level Rooms: Agua, Fuego, Aire, Tierra and Jungla share a kitchenette
NOTE: All rooms (except Jungla) are double occupancy, same-gender shared rooms. Jungla is a quad occupancy co-ed room.
Retreat Pricing
TIER 1 ROOMS: Oro, Plato: $2,800/person
TIER 2 ROOMS: Sol, Luna: $2,700/person
TIER 3 ROOMS: Agua, Fuego, Aire, Tierra: $2,600/person
TIER 4 ROOM: Jungla: $2,000/person (Local scholarship available. Please CONTACT to inquire.)
Retreat Pricing includes:
Shuttle to and from PVR airport
Lodging for 5-nights and 6-days in the newly renovated hacienda-style private villa (Double occupancy rooms; Quad occupancy for Jungla)
Filtered water throughout entire villa
3 deliciously catered meals per day by local chef (GF, DF, Veg options)
Retreat Schedule Activities: Morning Yoga; Tango workshops, Practicas, Milongas, Sound bath, Temezcal, Fire Pit
Retreat Payment
To reserve your spot:
50% deposit required at time of registration
Full payment due by July 1, 2025
Click on REGISTRATION LINK to fill out and submit your registration form. You’ll then receive a personal email from me with a Zelle or Venmo link to pay your initial 50% deposit.
Full refund available up until June 30, 2025. NO refund after June 30, 2025.
Book now!
Locals Pass
We invite the local tango community to come and join us - for the day, the weekend, or the entire event with all its offerings. That’s why we are offering a limited number of Locals Day-Pass, Weekend-Pass, and Whole Event-Pass. These passes allow those staying locally, off-site, to join us for all activities of the day, the weekend, or for the entire event. Please CONTACT for more information.
Pause - Yoga and Meditation Retreat in Mexico
AN INVITATION TO PAUSE. Go inwards, and reconnect with yourself in the breathtaking surroundings of Alma Vida Retreat Center, a newly renovated hacienda-style villa, just steps from the Pacific Ocean in San Francisco (San Pancho), Nayarit, Mexico.
Together with Yoga Alliance RYT Certified Yoga Instructor, Zayn King-Dollie, we’ve designed a five-day, four-night journey of healing, stillness, and transformation. Through daily yoga and meditation, along with a sound healing, and temazcal cleansing ceremony, we’ll create a space for release, renewal and reset.
Here's a preview of the rhythm of our days together at Alma Vida.
Tentative Retreat Schedule *
* Tentative Retreat Schedule subject to change.
Day 1 (WED - Nov. 5): Arrival and Opening
10:00 AM: Arrivals in the afternoon, check-in and get settled
8:00 PM: Formal Greeting and Opening Circle
Day 2 (THU - Nov. 6): Grounding into Flow
6:00–7:00 AM: Dawn Prayers with Zayn
8:00–9:30 AM: Morning Yoga & Meditation with Kat/Zayn
9:30–11:00 AM: Breakfast overlooking the ocean
11:00 AM–4:30 PM: Free Time**
4:30–6:00 PM: Gentle Yoga with Kat/Zayn
6:00–8:00 PM: Dinner
8:00 PM: Sound Bath—Immerse yourself in calming vibrations to deepen relaxation
Day 3 (FRI - Nov. 7): Embracing Connection
6:00–7:00 AM: Dawn Prayers with Zayn
8:00–9:30 AM: Morning Yoga & Meditation with Kat/Zayn
9:30–11:00 AM: Breakfast
11:00 AM–4:30 PM: Free Time**
4:30–6:00 PM: Gentle Yoga with Kat/Zayn
6:00–8:00 PM: Dinner
8:00 PM: Temazcal Ceremony—A traditional Mexican sweat lodge for purification and renewal
Day 4 ( SAT - Nov. 8): Cultivating Joy
6:00–7:00 AM: Dawn Prayers with Zayn
8:00–9:30 AM: Morning & Meditation with Kat/Zayn
9:30–11:00 AM: Breakfast
11:00 AM–4:00 PM: Free Time**
4:00–8:00 PM: Cooking Class & Dinner
8:00 PM: Firepit Fellowship or Free Evening—Connect with others or enjoy your own space
Day 5 (SUN - Nov. 9): Farewell and Reflection
6:00–7:00 AM: Dawn Prayers with Zayn
8:00–9:00 AM: Morning Yoga with Kat/Zayn
9:00–9:30 AM: Closing Circle with Kat & Zayn
9:30–11:00 AM: Breakfast
11:00 AM: Departure Shuttles & Farewells—Until next time.
** FREE TIME - OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES: Lunch and shopping in San Pancho, Beach, Sayulita excursion, Surf lessons, Paddle board, etc. Please note that OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES ARE NOT INCLUDED in retreat package, and we DO NOT ARRANGE any of these activities.
Rooms
At the newly renovated Alma Vida Retreat Center you’ll find a welcoming sanctuary to rest and recharge, amidst the lush tropical landscape, the salt water swimming pool, yoga deck, tango terrace, hammocks and el nido basket swings, and rooftop oceanview dining. All spaces are thoughtfully designed with luxurious materials, to offer beauty, comfort, and a peaceful retreat experience.
TIER 1 ROOMS: Oro, Plato: upper level, ocean view balcony, private bath, (1) king - that can be divided into (2) twins
TIER 2 ROOMS: Sol, Luna: upper level, courtyard view window, private bath, (1) queen + (1) twin
TIER 3 ROOMS: Agua, Fuego, Aire, Tierra: lower level, pool view balcony, private bath, (2) queen
Upper Level Apartments: Oro and Sol share a full kitchen and sitting area; Plata and Luna share a full kitchen and sitting area
Lower Level Rooms: Agua, Fuego, Aire, Tierra and Jungla share a kitchenette
NOTE: All rooms are double occupancy, same-gender shared rooms.
When filling out the REGISTRATION FORM, please indicate your preferred room option.
Pricing
TIER 1 ROOMS: Oro, Plato: $2,000/person
TIER 2 ROOMS: Sol, Luna: $1,800/person
TIER 3 ROOMS: Agua, Fuego, Aire, Tierra: $1,600/person
Retreat Pricing includes:
Shuttle to and from PVR airport
Lodging for 4-nights and 5-days in the newly renovated hacienda-style private villa (Double occupancy rooms)
Filtered water throughout entire villa
Morning Coffee/Tea/Fruit bar
Deliciously catered Breakfast & Dinner each day by local chef (GF, DF, Veg options)
All Retreat Schedule Activities: Morning Prayers, 2 Yoga sessions/day, Daily Meditation, Sound Bath, Cooking Class, Temezcal, Fire Pit
Payment
To reserve your spot:
$500 deposit due at time of registration. Balance will be split into two equal payments
May 1, 2025: second payment due
July 1, 2025: final payment due
Click on REGISTRATION LINK to fill out and submit your registration form. You’ll then receive a personal email with a Zelle or Venmo link to pay your initial $500 deposit.
Full refund available up until June 30, 2025. NO refund after June 30, 2025.
Take a deep breath. Step away from the noise. Let’s cultivate the PAUSE.