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.