Flourishing With Vitality

Yandara Retreat Centre

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enso Learning
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Feb 16 - 22, 2025
Group size: 12 - 17
Flourishing With Vitality
Yandara Retreat Centre

enso Learning
  • Email address verified
3 reviews

Feb 16 - 22, 2025
Group size: 12 - 17

About this trip

Experience the Beauty in You in the Beauty of Baja…

Renew, Recharge and Flourish 

Are you…

  • Wishing for a well-being boost to flourish more in life?
  • Wanting to activate or enhance practices that bring you peace and joy?
  • Seeking clarity on what is meaningful for you at this time in your life?     
  • Desiring a beach getaway that is purpose-filled, interesting and relaxing?


Join us for Flourishing With Vitality in the heart of the Baja.


Take a break from winter and join us for a signature enso retreat in the warmth, splendour and charm of Baja, Mexico!  


Flourishing With Vitality is a retreat for women 50+ who wish to energize and re-vitalize in body, mind, heart and soul. Together with a group of women and wisdom facilitators Dori Howard, Grace Mickelson and Erin Routly you will explore such questions as:

  • How is my identity evolving at this phase of my life? 
  • What does my soul long for? What are my passions? What are my fears?
  • What practices can I adopt to sustain, nourish and renew myself?
  • How can I live with more presence and awareness to deepen my connection to my truest self?

Flourishing with Vitality is a novel retreat experience that includes 4 phases: 


Preparation: pre-retreat live via Zoom, yoga, meditation and group meet-and-greet.


Immersion: a 7 day, 6 night yoga, meditation, learning, enjoying and connecting retreat hosted at Yandara Retreat Centre


Integration: post-retreat yoga live via Zoom, follow up group session, 1:1 coaching session, 


Continuing Connection: post-retreat opportunity to participate in enso’s hopeful community through a variety of program options.



Flourishing With Vitality brings the gifts of kundalini yoga and meditation, skillfully designed learning workshops, purposeful reflection, experiential activities, emotional intelligence, healing sound baths, nourishing food and more that allows you to take a deeper dive into listening and living in alignment with your truer, most connected self.

Retreat Focus

What to Expect:


Immersion in nature: Spend seven days in a tranquil and inspiring natural setting, disconnecting from your daily routine to fully engage in presence.

Holistic Learning: Explore a unique blend of experiential learning activities that tap into heart, body, mind and soul. These activities are based on recent research on flourishing, emotional agility, Kundalini yoga, and ceremony from Peruvian indigenous rituals and sound healing. 

Yoga & Meditation: Nourish your body, heart and soul with daily Kundalini yoga and meditation.

Flourishing Practice Plan:  Learn, experience  and adopt several 'Renewal Practices' that calm and ground you to manage stress more effectively. 

Sound and Ceremony: Immerse yourself in sacred ceremony from the Heart and grounded in connection with Pachamama . (Mother Earth). Experience ceremonies that  honour Ancient Wisdom Teachings from Cusco, Peru. 

Creative Shift in Life Narrative: Release the expectations of previous roles and identities and explore or become those that align with your character strengths, values and interests at this point in your life.   

Wise Guidance: Benefit from the wisdom and experience of Dori Howard, Grace Mickelson and Erin Routly, who bring a lifetime of wisdom, learning and experience to support and guide your journey.

Culture and Cuisine: Experience the beauty and unique culture of Baja and delicious, nourishing cuisine


Why Choose This Retreat:

Flourish in Life: This retreat offers a dynamic, distinctive experience that will take you beyond your current reality, enhancing your overall well-being.

Wisdom Learning: Combine the power of experiential learning with the serenity of yoga and meditation, sound healing and ceremony designed to immerse you into the power of your own presence. 

Empowerment: Three flourishing women will guide you towards ways to flourish more with peace, and ease to live with vitality in your life.

Encouragement and Support: Before, during and after your retreat, you are supported in a hopeful community of enso and other like-minded people

What's Included


Retreat fees are per person and include the following:

  • Exceptional retreat design and skilled facilitation!
  • Preparation, Immersion and Integration offerings for a robust and supportive retreat experience
  • Welcome gift with local treats and products
  • 7 day unique, interactive and experiential retreat program focused on developing renewal practices through kundalini yoga, small group connection, immersion in nature, reflection, writing, ceremony, creating, nourishing and relaxing
  • 6 nights of comfortable glamping oceanside accommodation falling asleep and waking up to the sound of waves or a breach and breath of whales
  • Oceanfront venue complete with pool, easy access to beach, nourishing meals, short jaunt to the quaint town of Todos Santos, warm days and cool evenings in ocean-meets-desert climate.
  • Healthy nourishing meals with locally sourced ingredients
  • Beach bonfire
  • Yoga,  meditation, workshops, sound healing, ceremony and other delights. 
  • Guided hike to a private swimming beach 
  • Shuttles to and from Todos Santos and offsite Farm to Table Dinner
  • Free on-site parking if you rent a car
  • Shuttle arrangement at discounted price from SJD airport to and from Yandara depending on your flight arrival and departure times.
  • 1 month of yoga & meditation classes pre-retreat and post retreat online via Zoom with Dori 
  • Pre-retreat Meet n Greet session 1-2 weeks prior to retreat
  • Two Post-retreat Check-in group session  ~2 and 6 weeks post retreat

Accommodations and Location

Flourishing Beyond Mastery is held at Yandara Retreat Centre in the heart of the Baja, Mexico.

Yandara is known for its simple elegance, serene setting, nourishing food and primo location on a large expansive quiet sandy beachfront location.


Glamping Tents are well designed with furnishings that inspire relaxation. This is a wonderful option to feel the essence of sleeping in nature! 


Glamping Cabanas are the same size and style as Glamping Tents with a solid structure allowing for better temperature control. They stay cooler during warmer weather, and warmer during cooler weather. You have an option of a private bath or shared bath.


Sleeping under the stars, listening to the waves is a truly relaxing, mesmerizing experience for all to enjoy! Shared outdoor bathrooms are in close proximity to all accommodations with private showers, toilets and sinks.


 

See website for pricing info

What's not Included

  What's Not Included:

  • Airfare to San Jose Cabo Mexico
  • International Travel Health Insurance (must have this for the retreat)
  • Additional Excursions
  • Massages, individual reiki treatments or astrology readings
  • Items of personal use
  • Gratuities to staff
  • Cost of Covid test (if needed)
  • Off site meals
  • Transfers to and from airport/Yandara 

Location and How to Get There

 

Yandara Retreat Centre is located just south of the quaint town of Todos Santos in the Baja peninsula of Mexico. It located about an hour north of Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo. Todos Santos was first known for its pueblo mágico (a legal designation for places of historic or cultural importance) on the Baja California peninsula, Todos Santos is a former sugar capital that is now best known for its surfer chic, boutique lodgings, and many acclaimed artists and galleries. You may know a popular song titled Hotel California…this is in Todos Santos.


FLIGHT INFORMATION:
 

Airport:  SJD - San Jose del Cabo
 

Please try to book your flights to arrive between 11AM-5PM on Sunday, Feb 16 and depart between 11AM-5PM on Saturday, Feb 22. Shuttle service will be provided by retreat centre between 11AM-5PM on arrival and departure days at a reduced rate ($40 USD). For flights arriving and departing outside of this window, shuttle service will be arranged for an additional fee up to $120 USD.

To get there, travel by air to San Jose del Cabo airport. If you rent a car and drive to Yandara, there is free parking on site.  

Cancellation Policy

 

Terms and Conditions:

Covid Policy: We will hold our retreat as scheduled despite Covid surges unless prohibited by government restrictions including lockdowns.

General Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be submitted in writing via email. Our refund policy is stated as follows:


  • Prior to 90 days of retreat commencement, your payments will be refunded, minus a $250 processing fee. 
  • Between 30 and 89 days of retreat commencement, if we are able to fill your spot with another guest, we will refund the total amount paid including deposit, minus a $250 processing fee. If we are not able to fill your spot with another guest, then your deposit is non-refundable, however any payments made to date are 50% refundable. 
  • Within 30 days of retreat commencement, no refunds will be given unless we are able to fill your spot. In this case, we will refund the total amount paid minus your deposit, minus a $250 processing fee.
  • You may transfer your reservation to another guest, and all payments and deposits will transfer at 100%,

Travel Insurance: Due to unforeseeable air travel disruptions, and medical issues including testing positive for Covid before or during travel, we encourage guests to purchase travel insurance.

**No refunds or partial credits for those who do not complete the retreat, or for arriving late or leaving early.  

We reserve the right to cancel retreats, in which case all payments will be refunded.

Packing List

 

Comfortable clothing/warm layers for sitting in retreat, yoga, lounging, excursions, shopping, comfy warm pyjamas, socks or slippers for evenings in your accommodation.

• Shawl, light sweater for the evenings—it is cool at night as we are in a desert

• Object of meaning for you that represents FLOURISHING or has meaning for you at this time in your life

• Poem that resonates with you now

• A small gift from your hometown/community/country to be gifted during the retreat

• Outdoor gear and walking shoes for a hike and beach time

• Beach wear, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses etc.

• Water bottle, thermos

• Journal and pen

• Passport

• Yoga mat, blanket etc.(although there are some onsite)

• YOU— in all your glory, radiance and JOY!

Available Packages

Private Tent, Single-FULL PAYMENT
Available until November 30, 2024

Glamping Tents are well designed with furnishings that inspire relaxation. This is a wonderful option to feel the essence of sleeping in nature!  Bathrooms are shared. Book this option if you are paying in full.  IF your choice of accommodation is sold out, join the waitlist as we secure more accommodations. Chances are high to accommodate you. WE WANT YOU HERE!

$2,250
Premium Cabana, Private-FULL PAYMENT
Available until November 30, 2024

Glamping Cabanas are the same size and style as Glamping Tents with a solid structure allowing for better temperature control. They stay cooler during warmer weather, and warmer during cooler weather. This option is private with a Queen bed and shared bath. IF your choice of accommodation is sold out, join the waitlist as we secure more accommodations. Chances are high to accommodate you. WE WANT YOU HERE!

$2,450
Luxury Cabana, Private Bath-FULL PAYMENT
Available until November 30, 2024

Glamping Cabanas are the same size and style as Glamping Tents with a solid structure allowing for better temperature control. They stay cooler during warmer weather, and warmer during cooler weather. This option is private with a Queen bed and  private bath.  IF your choice of accommodation is sold out, join the waitlist as we secure more accommodations. Chances are high to accommodate you. WE WANT YOU HERE!

$2,750
Luxury Cabana, Private-DEPOSIT PAYMENT
Deposit:$350
Available until November 30, 2024Sold Out

BOOK this option if you wish to pay a DEPOSIT.Glamping Cabanas are the same size and style as Glamping Tents with a solid structure allowing for better temperature control. They stay cooler during warmer weather, and warmer during cooler weather. This option is private with a Queen bed and  PRIVATE BATH.  IF your choice of accommodation is sold out, join the waitlist as we secure more accommodations. Chances are high to accommodate you. WE WANT YOU HERE!

$3,000
Deposit:$350

Available options

Shuttle from Airport to Yandara-Arrival
$40

Yandara will arrange a shuttle at a reduced cost for flights arriving and departing between 11-5 pm for a cost of $40/one way. 

Shuttle from Yandara to Airport-Depart
$40

Yandara will arrange a shuttle at a reduced cost for flights arriving and departing between 11-5 pm for a cost of $40/one way. 



Itinerary

Typical Day- FLOURISHING
DAY-FLOURISHING WITH VITALITY

  Each day will included a FLOURISHING practice to engage in throughout the day, an excursion and of course yoga.  

  • Morning Sadhana (yoga, meditation) Practice (6:30 am start)
  • Breakfast
  • Yoga Class and FLOURISHING workshop
  • Lunch
  • Excursion or Free Time (Guided Hike to swimming beach, Todos Santos Shopping, Blanket Shopping, Farm to Table Dinner, poolside, etc.)
  • Afternoon connection
  • Dinner
  • Evening practice, Meditation, Ceremony

All yoga and meditation is based on Kundalini yoga with a big dose of FLOURISHING.

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Reviews

Flourishing Beyond Mastery was an unforgettable experience filled with immersive, nourishing, and transformative moments, meticulously woven together to guide us on a journey of profound self-discovery and growth. It was a masterful blend of education, activities and restorative practices, with every detail carefully crafted to awaken the mind, body, and spirit. Our time included experiential learning, inviting us to step out of our comfort zone, challenge our perceptions, and embrace new ways of being. Whether we were immersing ourselves in the beauty of nature, engaging in thought-provoking discussions, or simply basking in the present moment, I found myself transformed in ways I never thought possible. Amidst the profound growth and transformation, unforgettable community and connection was intentionally created. Surrounded by like-minded individuals, I felt supported, uplifted, and inspired to step into my fullest potential. The bonds forged during our time together were nothing short of magical, leaving an indelible imprint on my heart and soul. This experience was an invitation to embrace the beauty of the journey beyond mastery and to unleash the boundless potential that resides within.
By Christina B for Flourishing Beyond Mastery on Mar 19, 2024
MH
This Sheer JOY yoga retreat was just what I needed. It was a wonderful mix of kundalini yoga, meditations and mantras, sound healing, and personal development sessions on emotions and feelings. We had time to take in the energy of the Pacific Ocean while walking the sandy beach, picking up shells and walking the healing circle. Accommodations were comfortable and clean and the vegetarian meals excellent and tasty! I ended the week feeling renewed, refreshed and ready to return to real life.
By Maria H for Sheer JOY! on Mar 04, 2024
The most amazing experience ever ! Yandara Baja is a magical place and perfect location for an emotionally uplifting experience. Peace, tranquility, natural setting, great food, comfortable accommodations, friendly staff. The Enso Sheer Joy learning program by Dori Howard was perfection. It was enjoyable, valuable learnings, beautiful mediations, calming Kundalini yoga practices, spiritual exercises and daily workshops that guided us with deep inner reflections on how to resolve inner conflicts and move toward sheer joy. it was life changing. Dori is amazing. Her peaceful soul and incredible wisdom, knowledge, experience, understanding and insight nurtures a comfortable environment for sharing and growing. I highly recommend this soul-enriching experience.
By Sue M for Sheer JOY! on Feb 28, 2024