Maya Abdominal Massage retreat

San Marcos La Laguna, Guatemala

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sarah smits
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Feb 27 - Mar 6, 2025
Group size: 1 - 12
Maya Abdominal Massage retreat
San Marcos La Laguna, Guatemala

sarah smits
  • Email address verified

Feb 27 - Mar 6, 2025
Group size: 1 - 12

About this trip

Step into the ancient world of Maya healing with our immersive retreat dedicated to Maya Abdominal Massage. Guided by experienced practitioners and steeped in centuries-old traditions, this retreat offers a transformative journey into the sacred art of abdominal healing and women's wisdom.

  • 45-hour Introduction Course: Delve deep into the foundations of Maya Abdominal Massage through a comprehensive 45-hour course, designed to empower you with the knowledge and skills of this sacred healing art.
  • Massage: Experience the therapeutic benefits firsthand by receiving Maya abdominal massage sessions, including one within a traditional temazcal steam sauna.
  • Medicinal Plant Walk: Explore the healing properties of local plants on a guided medicinal plant walk, immersing yourself in the wisdom of nature.
  • Herbal Balm Crafting: Learn the art of crafting a warming herbal balm, perfect for enhancing your massage practice and promoting holistic well-being.
  • Traditional Faja: Receive a handwoven traditional faja, a symbolic therapeutic toll integral to the Maya healing tradition, and learn how to use it for belly binding.
  • Yoni Steaming: Unlock the secrets of yoni steaming with a powerful group steam experience, promoting openness and healing.
  • Mayan Cosmology: Discover your Mayan cosmology sign and its significance in guiding your life energy, offering profound insights into your spiritual journey.
  • Ceremony and Ritual: Embrace the practice of ceremony and ritual, learning how to infuse your healing sessions with sacred intention and reverence. Clearing unwanted energies being guided to utilise the sacred fire and tobacco by our Maya spiritual guides.
  • Energetic Protection: Gain essential techniques for energetic protection, ensuring a safe and nurturing space for both yourself and those you support.
  • Closing Fire Ceremony: Close your transformative journey with a potent fire ceremony, guided by Maya spiritual leaders, as you honour the wisdom gained and set intentions for the future.
  • Local Organic Meals: Indulge in nourishing meals lovingly crafted from locally sourced organic produce by soulful local chefs, providing a nourishing experience that complements your journey of healing and renewal.
  • 7 Nights at Sacha retreat centre: A sacred space nestled in a luscious garden behind the streets of San Marcos, Lake Atitlan, Guatemala. Lake side community surrounded by volcanos, a location like no other.
  • Support Traditional Maya Midwifery: A portion of your investment will be donated to The Midwife Project, supporting the continuation of traditional Maya midwifery and preserving this invaluable wisdom for future generations.

Join us for this immersive retreat and embark on a journey of healing, connection, and spiritual awakening in the heart of the Maya tradition.

What’s included

  • 7 Nights accomodation
    27th February - 6th March 2025 at Sacha retreat centre
  • Course cost
    45hr Maya Abdominal massage course taught by local Guatemalan and Maya midwives
  • Local organic food
    Throughout the retreat dates
  • Donation
    A donation on your behalf to The Midwife Project, supporting the continuation of traditional Maya Midwifery
  • Hand woven Faja
    Artisan woven belly bind
  • Fire Ceremony
    Facilitated by Maya spiritual guides

What’s not included

  • Visa
    You may require a visa to transit through the USA
  • Flights
    From your home country to Guatemala
  • Transport to venue
    Shuttle or private car from airport
  • Additional accomodation
    Encouraged to book with Sacha centre the night prior and after the retreat to allow a space to land and integrate
  • Travel Insurance

Available Packages

Maya Abdominal Massage Retreat
Deposit:$500
Available until February 19, 20255 left

Step into the ancient world of Maya healing with our immersive retreat dedicated to Maya Abdominal Massage. Guided by experienced practitioners and steeped in centuries-old traditions, this retreat offers a transformative journey into the sacred art of abdominal healing.

$2,450
Deposit:$500

Available options

Queen Room
$120
Sold Out

Book our private Queen room.
Split the price with a sister if you're willing to share a bed. 

Private House
$200
Sold Out

Private house on the same property with Queen bed in loft style room, bathroom, kitchen and 2 couches as possible single sleeping space.  Ideal for a participant with a baby and needing to bring a child and partner/support to care for them.  Friends wanting to share a private space.  Or if you just wish to treat yourself if you prefer to have a private space to explore your inner journey. 

Rustic Double Bed Private Room
$70
Sold Out

Please note this space is small with a bed only. This is a rustic style room at the edge of the property away from other sleeping space. It does not have a bathroom attached and bathroom is the shared bathroom with the other participants.  Ideal for someone on a budget but who would prefer to have their own private space. 

Twin Room
$50
Only 2 left

A room with two single beds, ideal to book with a sister if you are wanting to share a space.
Please note that the price is per person and per bed only, if you have someone you wish to share with you both need to select this option.
This room can not be booked as a private space.
(Other shared rooms are 4 people per room).

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sarah smits
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