Leader Bio- Island Life Yoga & Nutrition owner Megan Arnotti is the retreat leader. As an avid traveler, yogi, and fitness professional this is the epic culmination of all of her passions blended into one experience. Megan has been a certified yoga instructor for 5 years and a certified personal trainer for 13 years, and a fitness nutrition specialist for 10 years. She became certified as a yoga instructor deep in the jungles of Hawaii in the time the volcano Kilauea was erupting in 2018. Her journey as a yogini was literally forged in the fires of the earth and the creation of new land, and (we like to think) blessed by the volcano goddess Pele. She opened her own yoga and fitness studio 5 years ago and has been building her community and practice ever since! Megan's approach to fitness is to find joy and empowerment in moving your body, honoring its limitations, and creating a sustainable practice.
Joining us on this retreat for the sunset practice is Island Life Instructor Jen Dykeman, registered Art Therapist & yoga instructor. Jen’s yoga classes promote self-awareness, resiliency, flexibility, strength and stress reduction. Jen continues to explore ways to incorporate the benefits of mindfulness training into everyday life and delights in helping others find ways to enjoy the benefits of these practices for themselves.
Joining us on this retreat for the sunset practice is Island Life Instructor Jen Dykeman, registered Art Therapist & yoga instructor. Jen’s yoga classes promote self-awareness, resiliency, flexibility, strength and stress reduction. Jen continues to explore ways to incorporate the benefits of mindfulness training into everyday life and delights in helping others find ways to enjoy the benefits of these practices for themselves.
Details
Yoga class offerings- Students can take both classes, 1 class, or opt out entirely for the day. We will offer a sunrise Vinyasa class and sunset class will be gentle stretching, perfect after a day spent in the ocean.
The food is absolutely fabulous and all dietary restrictions will be accommodated. All meals will be provided except for the two when we are out on the town. Alcohol is available for purchase at the retreat center but will not be included in the all inclusive price.
-Tulum excursion- We will visit an ancient Mayan ruin and then head into a beach club in Tulum for the afternoon, where you can shop, enjoy cocktails, or just relax by the ocean. This meal will not be provided by Copal, we will all eat together and be responsible for our meal out in Tulum.
-Warrior workshop to deepen your understanding of all Warrior variations with our retreat leader Megan, with an opportunity to ask any questions about any poses you may wish to delve into further.
-Art & Yoga workshop with Jen, our resident Art Therapist and yoga instructor.
(Hint- think Mandalas and local flora & fauna)
- Final night we will go to the famous Fifth Avenue in Playa Del Carmen with free time to shop or sightsee then all have a meal together at a restaurant in Playa. Students will be responsible for this meal purchase.
The food is absolutely fabulous and all dietary restrictions will be accommodated. All meals will be provided except for the two when we are out on the town. Alcohol is available for purchase at the retreat center but will not be included in the all inclusive price.
-Tulum excursion- We will visit an ancient Mayan ruin and then head into a beach club in Tulum for the afternoon, where you can shop, enjoy cocktails, or just relax by the ocean. This meal will not be provided by Copal, we will all eat together and be responsible for our meal out in Tulum.
-Warrior workshop to deepen your understanding of all Warrior variations with our retreat leader Megan, with an opportunity to ask any questions about any poses you may wish to delve into further.
-Art & Yoga workshop with Jen, our resident Art Therapist and yoga instructor.
(Hint- think Mandalas and local flora & fauna)
- Final night we will go to the famous Fifth Avenue in Playa Del Carmen with free time to shop or sightsee then all have a meal together at a restaurant in Playa. Students will be responsible for this meal purchase.
