Oaxaca Immersion Retreat: April 26- May 4, 2026

Our Oaxaca Immersion Retreat is officially Open! So many of you have expressed interest in traveling to Oaxaca with me and I’m excited to share this very special experience with those that feel a calling to join us! My dear friend, Colee Garr, and I will be leading the retreat.

Colee is a yoga educator with nearly three decades of experience in movement, breath, and embodied practice. She brings the grounding structure of the retreat — daily yoga, breathwork, self-care, and support for the body as participants move through days rich with art, culture, and walking.

Together, we weave culture, movement, craft, and community into an unforgettable journey.

Early registration is open now. This is an intimate eight night/seven day journey into Oaxaca’s rich indigenous arts & textiles, deep culinary traditions and mezcal culture, which will all be supported by daily yoga and movement practice. We designed this immersion for those who want to explore the cultural roots of Oaxaca, move, create, learn, and be nourished on every level.

Oaxaca, Mexico — known for its rich & diverse indigenous cultures, vibrant markets, exceptional cuisine, ancestral crafts & artistry, traditional mezcal spirits, colorful architecture and breathtaking landscapes.

We are so excited to host this journey into the heart & soul of Oaxaca. As most of you know, Oaxaca is one of my absolute favorite places on the planet and so dear to my heart.

For over six years, I have traveled to Oaxaca to source handcrafted wares, learn from Indigenous artisans, and cultivate deep relationships with local families.

My long-standing connections are the heartbeat of this immersion, allowing us to be welcomed with care, authenticity, and respect.

This offering has been finely curated to encompass the most cherished aspects of Oaxaca to me & dives deep into culture, art, food, mezcal & healing modalities.

With only eight spots available, register now to reserve your space. Please reach out if you have any questions.

Register and pay in full by January 15th for an “Early Bird” Discount of $200!

Full payment deadline for the retreat is February 1st.

We hope to experience the spirit, immense beauty and cultural diversity of Oaxaca with you!

With Aloha,

Juil & Colee

Basice Structure of our Days

• Morning yoga/movement/breathing practice

• Breakfast

• Daily excursion or workshop

• Lunch

• Afternoon rest / exploration

• Evening gathering / dinner

✨ SUNDAY, April 26 — Transport from airport, ARRIVAL DINNER, ORIENTATION

✨ Monday, April 27 — Cooking, Markets & Oaxaca Centro

• 8-9:30 AM – Morning Yoga & Movement

• 10 AM Breakfast 

• Traditional Oaxacan Cooking Class + Market Tour

• Oaxaca Centro Walking Tour/Shopping

• Dinner 

✨ Tuesday, April 28 — Teotitlán, Service Project & Mezcal

• 7 AM - 8:15 AM Early Morning Yoga & Movement

• 8:30 - Breakfast

• 9:30 AM – Depart for Teotitlán del Valle

• 10:30 AM – Wool Weaving + Natural Dyeing Workshop (bring something to dye)

• 12:30–1:30 PM – Tamales & Mezcal in Teotitlán

• 1:30–3:30 PM – Service Project with a special family dear to Juil

• 4:00 PM – Matatlán Mezcal Palenque Tour & Tasting 

• 6-8 PM – Dinner

✨ Wednesday, April 29 — Workshop Day + Free Time

• 8:00 AM – Morning Yoga & Movement

• 10:00 AM – Breakfast

• Free Time: Wonder, Explore, Connect

• Woodblock Printing or Pottery Workshop

• Dinner 

✨ Thursday, April 30 — Monte Albán

• 7:00 AM – Early Morning Yoga & Movement

• 9:00 AM – Depart for Monte Albán- the ancient Zapotec city

• 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM Guided tour of the ruins of Monte Alban

• 1-7 PM – Free time: Wander, Explore, Shop

• 7 PM Dinner

✨ Friday, May 1 — Alebrijes + Village Visit

• 8:00 AM – Morning Yoga

• 10:00 AM – Breakfast & bring your own lunch/snacks for excursion

• 12 PM Depart for San Martín Tilcajete - Zapotec village known for its alebrijes. We will visit the famous workshop of Jacobo & Maria Angeles. One of Oaxaca’s most celebrated art studios. 

• 4:30 PM – Early Dinner @ Almu - beautiful rustic outdoor restaurant highlighting traditional Oaxacan foods. Just received a Michelin Star!

✨ Saturday, May 2 — Temazcal & Celebration

• 7:00 AM – Early Morning Yoga & Movement

• Traditional Temazcal Ritual + Healing Massage Treatment

• Rest / Integration / Free Time

• Dinner with World Renowned Chef Ruiz

• Evening Live Cumbia Party @ Casa Bestia (Art Studio of Juil’s good friend)

✨ Sunday, May 3 — Tlacolula Market + Closing Dinner

• 7:00 AM – Early Morning Yoga & Movement

• 8:15 - 9 AM Breakfast with local chef at Estancia La Merced

• 9 AM Depart to Tlacolula Mercado - most iconic, oldest, & vibrant market in all of Mesoamerica

• 10 AM - 2 PM Explore the market, eat, shop and take in the beautiful colors and flavors of Tlacolula and its Indigenous Zapotec culture.

• 6 PM - Closing Dinner at Levadura de Olla- a Michelin Star restaurant (One of Juil’s favorite restaurants) 

✨ Monday, May 4 — Departure

• Light breakfast

• Goodbyes

• Transport to airport

Your Home in Oaxaca: Estancia La Merced

• Spacious traditional casienda

• Private rooms with full bathrooms

• One shared-room option with 2 beds and full bathroom

• Sunlit courtyards & rooftop

• Gathering areas for meals + meetings

• Quiet spaces for rest between excursions & workshops

• Central Location: Walking distance to cafés, markets, & shops

What’s Included

• 8 nights at Estancia La Merced, 7 full days

• 2 meals per day

• Daily yoga + breathwork class

• All excursions

• All workshops + materials

• All transportation within Oaxaca including airport transfers

• Temazcal + healing massage session

• Service project

• Welcome dinner + closing dinner

Not Included

• Airfare to/from Oaxaca

• Travel insurance (recommended)

• One meal per day (lunch or dinner depending on schedule)

• Personal expenses

• Extra meals/drinks/snacks

Travel & Logistics

• Arrival: April 26, 2026 (Oaxaca OAX airport) - arrival dinner & orientation 8pm

• Departure: Monday May 4, 2026 - (closing celebration dinner Sunday, May 3)

• Weather: warm days, cool nights

• Walking: expect daily walking in the city + villages

• Health: must be comfortable walking, moving, and participating in activities

• Travel Insurance: strongly recommended

Reserve Your Spot

A $1,100 non-refundable deposit secures your place.
Balance due: February 1, 2026 (90 days before departure)
Early Bird discount $200 when you pay in full before January 15, 2026.

Payment Options:
Venmo: @Juil0909
@NicoleGarr (please select friends & family)
Credit/Debit Card

What to Bring

Pack for warm days, movement, and evenings out in Oaxaca’s vibrant culture.
We recommend bringing:

• Travel yoga mat

• Yoga wear

• Comfortable walking shoes

• Light, breathable daytime clothing

• Light jacket or wrap for the evenings

• Sunscreen + hat

• Journal

• Any personal essentials

• A couple of outfits for nice dinners

• A pareo, wrap, or swimsuit for the Temazcal (sweat) and massage

• Something fun to wear for our Cumbia dance party

Days will be warm, and nights are full of celebration — bring what helps you feel comfortable and festive.

Most essentials can be purchased in Oaxaca if you forget anything.