Name: Yoga and Ayurveda, The Ultimate Self Care Retreat
Start: 2019-03-02T00:00:00.000Z
End: 2019-03-09T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Chacala, Nayarit, Mexico

Amber and Colleen

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29 reviews

Mar 2 - 9, 2019

Group size: 12 - 19

Yoga and Ayurveda, The Ultimate Self Care Retreat

Chacala, Nayarit, Mexico

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Amber and Colleen

Email address verified

29 reviews

$2,800

Deposit: $500

Mar 2 - 9, 2019

Group size: 12 - 19

Gift yourself this week of self-care in Mexico at Mar De Jade Retreat Center and go back home feeling rejuvenated, reconnected and inspired. Let Amber and Colleen lead you through a week of invigorating morning yoga classes and evening workshops focusing on Ayurveda, the science of living in rhythm with yourself and the seasons. The three workshops include learning about and practicing self Abhyanga (oil massage), living harmoniously with the seasons through diet and lifestyle, and guided restorative yoga with Marma point therapy. Midday you will have the opportunity to relax pool/ocean side or receive a four handed oil massage from Colleen and Amber. While you are in paradise have a one on one personalized Ayurvedic consultation with Colleen. This retreat center is unique because the ocean is literally steps from your room, the yoga space and the dining area. Farm to table meals lovingly prepared from their own garden will be served 3 times a day.

A portion of proceeds from guests’ stays at Mar de Jade support its non-profit programs, operated by MDJ Community Projects, which currently include: El Jardín, a Montessori – Waldorf inspired K – 6 school in Chacala; La Aldea, a trade school for youth who have dropped out of secondary school because of economic hardship; and El Rancho, an Organic Farm that supplies many of the products for Mar de Jade’s delicious meals.

In 1989, Mar de Jade established MDJ Community Projects, a non-profit organization which has supported initiatives from health and wellness programs, youth education, to sustainability and micro-industry projects. All projects are powered by the revenue we make from Mar de Jade, individual donations, and small grants. Over the last three decades, these projects have had an incredibly meaningful impact on the lives of at-risk youth and struggling families in our local communities. Read more about our current programs below.

Ocean Room with King Bed single

this option is for one person. 2 people in this room would be $2, 075 a person.

$2,800

Deposit: $500

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Ocean room with 2 double beds

These rooms are for people sharing a room but not bed, price is for each person. We have one space available in a shared room with a male.

$1,650

Deposit: $500

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Garden Room w/ 2 double beds

This option is for 2 people not sharing a bed.

We only have 1 space left for this option, and it is for a female only.

You will be sharing the room with another woman, and you will have your own bed.

$1,950

Deposit: $500

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Guest Room Double Bed

This is for one person. 2 people sharing would be $1800 a person

$2,250

Deposit: $500

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Guest Room 2 Full Beds

This price is for 2 people each. 4 friends sharing this room would be $1550 each.

$1,750

Deposit: $500

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Dorm Room fits 4 people

price is per person . This room is for Female participants.

$1,550

Deposit: $500

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Ayurvedic 4 hand oil massage

$300

Amber and Colleen

29 reviews

Colleen Soisson is an Ayurvedic Practitioner who has been working as a holistic health coach and panchakarma technician for almost 10 years. She completed 3 years at Mount Madonna Institute College of Ayurveda holding diplomas as a Ayurvedic Health Counselor and Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner. Amber Green (Cook) has been teaching Yoga 16 years and has thousands of hours of teaching and training experience. She is also a board certified Physical Therapy Assistant and holds a B.A. in Poetry from Columbia College.

This retreat was…confronting (my own beliefs), rejuvenating (my patience with myself and the world around me), challenging (my reactions to become responses). Off-grid to detach from the mindlessness of hustle culture and reconnect with my Self. Intellectually, I know that I am just as much ‘nature’ as the tree outside my window but time in this jungle helped me remember what that means. Back at home I feel like I’m taking things less personally. I’m more accepting of what is. And I’m more enthusiastic about taking good care of me. The food was 10/10 The classes were 10/10 Location was 10/10 And the BELLY DANCING 🤌🏻 I went from feeling ‘meh’ about myself to feeling like a damn goddess the instant Colleen told us “now you.”

By Aymey K for The Self Care Retreat on Mar 07, 2025

If you are considering attending The Self-Care Retreat, DO IT! This was my second time attending the retreat but my first time at Equilibrium and I was completely smitten by this magickal, healing space. The food, lodging, and services felt luxurious, yet the retreat's true star was the access to nature and its healing properties. Amber and Colleen cultivated a safe space for participants to respond and process their experience as well as build a loving community in a relatively short time. All aspects of this trip were exquisite. From Amber's expertly crafted yoga classes to the 1:1 Ayurvedic sessions guided by Colleen's deep wisdom, one could not help but choose their health and well-being, not only during the retreat but also moving forward from this experience. I can not recommend this retreat enough!

By Miriam N for The Self Care Retreat on Mar 07, 2025

The Self-Care Retreat hosted by Colleen and Amber was a profound journey of self-discovery, healing, and connection. The location itself was pure magic. Nestled in the heart of the jungle in the Sierra Madre Mountains, the eco-resort was off-grid, with no electricity (or mirrors) in the casitas. Falling asleep to the sounds of the jungle and waking up with the rising sun created a deep sense of peace and harmony with nature. Evenings were illuminated by lanterns and candlelight, enhancing the retreat's intimate and grounding atmosphere. The morning yoga sessions were lovingly guided in the beautiful studio surrounded by lush greenery. Each practice felt deeply immersive, blending movement with mindfulness and breathwork. Journaling prompts added to the self-reflection and intention-setting theme of the retreat. Beyond yoga, the retreat offered powerful holistic experiences that made the journey even more transformative. The bodywork sessions were exceptional, releasing deep-seated tension and promoting relaxation on a whole new level. The cacao ceremony was a heart-opening experience, fostering connection, intention-setting, and emotional release. And the temazcal (sweat lodge) ceremony was truly profound - an intense yet deeply cleansing ritual that left me feeling physically detoxed and spiritually renewed. In addition to the practices and ceremonies, there were opportunities to relax in nature in the beautiful mineral pool and walk throughout the grounds exploring flora and fauna alike. The sense of community among fellow retreat-goers was truly special, with shared meals, conversations, and collective moments of reflection deepening the experience. This retreat was not just a getaway-it was a soul-nourishing experience that offered deep healing, clarity, and renewal. If you're looking for a yoga retreat that blends adventure, nature, and powerful holistic practices in a sustainable, off-grid setting, I wholeheartedly recommend The Self Care Retreat hosted by Colleen & Amber at Equilibrium Healing Resort and Spa.

By Cleo T for The Self Care Retreat on Mar 05, 2025

I love this little hideaway in the jungle! All the creature comforts were there and I got back to basics. The group was an interesting set of characters ;) I felt lighter and tighter when I left; truly amazing experience!

By clara c for The Self Care Retreat on Feb 28, 2025

Amber and Colleen have done it again, an amazing trip planned with such care and detail! The yoga experience with Amber was phenomenal with sequencing to match the groups energy and needs as well as one on one time to explore aspects of our own practice. Colleen provided an excellent exploration of Ayurveda in the kitchen that was so complementary to the food provided at Equilibrium and one on one consultations to apply these to our own routines. The two of them have a gift of holding space and creating community. And Equilibrium will blow your mind and burst you wide open. Don’t miss the opportunity to retreat with these amazing women.