Journey to the Heart 2020!

Chacala, Nayarit, Mexico

LR
Lila Rose Heller
  • Email address verified
25 reviews
Feb 15 - 22, 2020
Group size: 25 - 29
Journey to the Heart 2020!
Chacala, Nayarit, Mexico

Lila Rose Heller
  • Email address verified
25 reviews

Feb 15 - 22, 2020
Group size: 25 - 29

About this trip

Join Master teacher Lila Heller and Joerg Chabowski for eight nights and seven days of heart opening Pilates, yoga and primal movement classes. This week in paradise will leave you feeling strong and centered from the inside out.  Mar De Jade is located along Mexico's Tropical Pacific Coast. Two hours north of Puerta Vallarta, near the fishing village of Chacala. This is the perfect environment for self renewal and revitalization it is a transformative and energizing place where you can rest, truly be yourself and enjoy the simple life. Mar de jade Retreat center is committed to sustainability, service and spiritual awareness.

Enjoy three delicious and nutritious, organic farm sourced meals per day,  and two movement classes per day. 



What guest are saying!

What guests are saying! 

The retreat was inspirational for the mind and body. The combination of the Pilates and Yoga strengthened and expanded my practices. The facility was beautiful, the food delicious, and the exercise room with the gorgeous view of the ocean and the sounds of the crashing waves added to the wonder of the retreat.  Every workout session was well planned out and built upon the prior one so I left feeling empowered and strong in my body. A total delight and I cannot wait for next year. 

  • Valerie Corvin

... an amazing opportunity for their clients to explore pilates and yoga in such a supportive, aware, beautiful, and conscious environment. Lila is so focused, sure, and confident in her instruction. She also is quick to target someone’s specific needs and offers growth and encouragement without any stress attached. The retreat is fun, challenging, gratifying, purposeful, balanced, memorable, and pretty unique I think. Thank you!

-  Jan Demming  

Shuttle service and Cancellation Policy

Shuttle service and Cancellation Policy

Shuttle Service, from Puerto Vallarta Airport to Mar De Jade (about 90 minutes), is available to those who opt-in. The charge varies between $60 and $180, depending on how many people share the shuttle at one time, and is not included in the price of the retreat. To arrange this service, all we need is your flight information in advance of your arrival (fill in below). You may pay upon arrival (in Mexican pesos). 

Cancellation Policy for Guests

1. Guests will be entitled to a full refund less 20% of the total cost, with notice of at least 90 days prior to the scheduled arrival date.

2. With notice of cancellation 89 days or less from the scheduled arrival date, there will be a cancellation charge of 40% for the total stay.

3. No refund with notice of cancellation less than 45 days prior to arrival.

4. Guests are responsible for all nights reserved at the rates reserved. There are no refunds or pro-rating for arriving late or leaving earlier than the reserved dates. 

Final Payments

Final Payments are due September 13, 2020. Payments plan available upon request. 

Guests are responsible for all nights reserved at the rates reserved. There are no refunds or pro- rating for arriving later or leaving earlier than the reserved dates of the retreat, despite unforeseen circumstances such as delayed or cancelled flights, illness, injury, etc. 

What to Bring

What to bring

Please bring the following items:

A journal and pen

A special object, poem, letter or other form of offering for our alter (place of intentions)

A jacket and or shawl for night time (it can get cool in the evening)

The usual beach items: sunscreen, bikinis, hats, bug spray….

A few nicer clothes ending ceremony and salsa night

Active wear

Hiking shoes(if you wish to hike

Cholcolate (: 

 Personal Yoga mats (optional as the retreat center has mats for us to use)

Child Rates

Child Rates When children stay in the same room as their parents, the following rates apply: 0- 6yrs Free | 7-12yrs $40 /night | 13yrs+ Additional room and board adult rates apply ($750/week), additional $400/week for each youth participating in classes.  The applicable rate for one adult and child(ren) is the Single rate plus the child rate. 

What’s included

  • Accommodations
    Each room is unique, simple and beautiful.
  • Farm to table meals
    The retreat center outsources their food from their organic farm
  • Farm Tour
    A visit to the Farm ($10 donation for transportation)
  • All classes
    Three/four hours of movement practice each day, including meditation and guided journal writing.

What’s not included

  • Shuttle service
  • Airfare
  • Taxes / tips
  • Spa and excursions
    Massages, extracurricular actiivities
  • Travel Insurance
    Recommended

Available Packages

Guest/ Family /Dorm Rooms

Dorm Rooms with Loft are a simple yet spacious option for families or 3 to 4 roommates in a dorm configuration. The bottom level has a king bed or two twins and a bathroom; the loft is accessed by a spiral staircase and has two twin beds. Some rooms feature an additional futon bed on the bottom level. Rooms are either facing the gardens or jungle. The loft is not recommended for children under 5 yrs old or people with mobility issues. *Minimum occupancy is 3 people (including children).

  • Sleeps 3-5 people 
  • • Garden or Jungle View
  • • 1 King + 2 Single beds or 4 Single beds
  • • Ceiling Fan
  • • Shower
  • • Safe Deposit Box
  • • Hair Dryer
$1,600
Deposit:$535
Shared Double Occupancy Guest rooms

Guest Rooms are decorated in bright and cheerful Mexican textiles and colors, providing a cozy and well appointed option for those seeking simplicity and comfort. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms with natural bath amenities. Rooms are located on both ground level and third floors, either jungle or garden facing.

  • Sleeps 1-3 people 
  • • Garden or Jungle View
  • • 1 King or 2 Double beds
  • • A / C
  • • Shower
  • • Safe Deposit Box
  • • Hair Dryer
$1,850
Deposit:$535
Shared double Occupancy Garden Room

Garden Rooms are either crafted in a Mexican style, with natural rock walls and hand painted mosaics; or with an airy Mediterranean feel with floor-to-ceiling windows that let in plenty of natural light and fresh breeze. Each room has a spacious en-suite bathroom with natural bath amenities. Located on the ground floor, they are easily accessed with either a few steps or a ramp, and are appropriate for anyone with mobility issues.

  • • Garden View
  • • 1 King or 2 Double beds + Futon
  • • Air Conditioning
  • • Bathtub or Shower
  • • Safe Deposit Box
  • • Hair Dryers
$2,250
Single Garden Room

Garden Rooms are either crafted in a Mexican style, with natural rock walls and hand painted mosaics; or with an airy Mediterranean feel with floor-to-ceiling windows that let in plenty of natural light and fresh breeze. Each room has a spacious en-suite bathroom with natural bath amenities. Located on the ground floor, they are easily accessed with either a few steps or a ramp, and are appropriate for anyone with mobility issues.

  • • Garden View
  • • 1 King or 2 Double beds
  • • Air Conditioning
  • • Bathtub or Shower
  • • Safe Deposit Box
  • • Hair Dryers
$2,800
Deposit:$535
Ocean Shared / Double Occupancy

The Ocean Rooms are bright and airy, with floor-to-ceiling glass doors opening onto a private balcony with an Ocean view. Comfortable and well appointed, each room has a sitting area with a futon that can be made into an additional bed. A limited number of two bedroom Ocean View suites are available for larger parties, please inquire. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms with natural bath amenities. Rooms are on high floors and require steps to climb.

  • Sleeps 1-3 people 
  • • Ocean View
  • • Air Conditioning
  • • 1 King or 2 Double beds
  • • 1 Futon (sofa bed)
  • • Private Terrace
  • • Bathtub and/or Shower
  • • Safety Deposit Box
  • • Secadora de pelo
$2,350
Deposit:$535
Ocean Rooms Single

The Ocean Rooms are bright and airy, with floor-to-ceiling glass doors opening onto a private balcony with an Ocean view. Comfortable and well appointed, each room has a sitting area with a futon that can be made into an additional bed. A limited number of two bedroom Ocean View suites are available for larger parties, please inquire. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms with natural bath amenities. Rooms are on high floors and require steps to climb. 

  • • Ocean View
  • • Air Conditioning
  • • 1 King or 2 Double beds
  • • 1 Futon (sofa bed)
  • • Private Terrace
  • • Bathtub and/or Shower
  • • Safety Deposit Box
  • • Secadora de pelo
$3,100
Deposit:$535


Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival

Dinner and welcome meeting await you.

Your Organizer


LR
Lila Rose Heller
25 reviews
Lila believes that when we feel good in our bodies, we are inspired to do good in the world. Her goal is to help people move better, breathe better and feel better to live a life they love. Lila has been teaching private and group Pilates since 2004. She has been leading transformational retreats since 2010. She is an internationally trained Pilates trainer, Strength and Conditioning Coach, Smartflow YTT, Primal Movement coach and Zhealth Practitioner. For more info on go to www.lilaheller.com/about.

Reviews

CB
Lila is a gifted teacher and retreat facilitator. This is my second retreat with Lila, and I always return home feeling so rejuvenated. From the beautiful location, the nourishing food, the mindful movement, and thoughtful agenda. I always find plenty of time for rest, exploration, and play. I also always enjoy the people that Lila attracts, such a beautiful array of people from all walks of life. Always kind, friendly, and interesting! I will absolutely be attending the next one.
By Cary B for Movement as Medicine: Rejuvenate Your Body, Mind and Spirit on Jun 11, 2024
Thank you Lila for creating another amazing retreat experience! Descriptive words are: connection, inspiration and nourishment. Lila's infectious and generous warmth and her skill for blending modalities offer an opportunity to be more present and aware in my body. I am encouraged to continue to move and feel better. The natural setting at Whispertree was a perfect place to renew my spirit. I left walking taller and my heart filled with gratitude. It was a gift to share this time with so many other wonderful humans.
By Zandra F for Movement as Medicine: Rejuvenate Your Body, Mind and Spirit on Jun 08, 2024
CT
Perfect in every way -- great teachers, gorgeous setting, charming tent and bath house, wonderful people. Thank you Lila! Bath house could have been closer to the lower tents! But it was good movement walking up and down.
By Clare T for Movement as Medicine: Rejuvenate Your Body, Mind and Spirit on Jun 06, 2024
Lila is a wonderful teacher, and her calm and grounded presence created a beautiful sense of community. The food was delicious and the accommodations lovely, and clean. There was a perfect balance of classes, relaxation, and socializing. I recommend to anyone who wants to take a break from busyness to rejuvenate, move, and nurture themselves. You will leave feeling refreshed and changed!
By nora i for Movement as Medicine: Rejuvenate Your Body, Mind and Spirit on Jun 04, 2024
SE
I came back from this trip physically able to BREATHE again! Truly magical experience, and the perfect mix of new learning, time with friends, down time, and amazing food. I loved Mar de Jade and the history. Lila and Katie's instruction is master-level and I have my 70-year old mom doing the class every day now!
By Sara E for Journey To The Heart on Mar 14, 2024
Show More Reviews