Mexico Yoga Retreat Details and FAQs

What is a typical day at the Retreat?

• Fresh Fruit, Cappucinnos and Tea is served
• Yoga, Surfing or SUP (stand up paddle boarding)
• Breakfast
• Surfing Lessons
• Lunch
• Afternoon Relaxation (massages, siesta, hang out on the beach,etc.)
• Late Afternoon Yoga
• Dinner
• Bonfire on the Beach

*You can participate in as many or as few of the activates as you would like. It’s your vacation, we want you to find a pace that is enjoyable for you.

What is included in the Retreat?

• Four night / Five Day accommodations in Ultra Luxury Beachfront Estate (includes all local taxes)
• 3 meals a day of locally sourced healthy food prepared by our Personal Chef
• Twice daily Yoga classes
• 3 days of surf lessons with caring, expert instructors
• Airport Shuttle pick up- 1:30 on Weds., and drop off at 12:15 on Sunday
• Quality surf equipment including soft foam boards and custom shaped fiberglass boards
• Use of Stand Up Paddle Boards and Sea Kayaks
• Daily maid service
• “Cookin’ with Karla”-Authentic Mexican Cooking Lesson & Demonstration
• If desired, privileges at the nearby Jack Nicklaus designed Punta Mita Golf Course and Tennis Club and use of the exclusive Punta Mita Beach club

What are the accommodations like?

Our beachfront Casa, is a brand new, gated, spectacular 8,000 sq. ft. estate home offering luxurious accommodations. The villa is located right on a beautiful and secluded beach in Ranchos Estates which is the most exclusive cluster of estates in the world-renowned Punta Mita resort area. The Three Jewels Retreats casa is decorated throughout with earthy Mexican marbles, and tropical wood-working; accessorized with fabulous Mexican custom furnishings, folk-art. Indoor/outdoor living is the heart of this Casa, the main living areas blend seamlessly with the outdoors separated only by walls of glass, which open to greet you to the outside living areas . The entire house has wireless internet. Relaxation is a integral part of staying at this property with a complete staff offering a houseman, concierge, chef, and maid. Safety is a priority with security guards on duty 24/7 throughout the common gated area of Ranchos Estates and along the beach.

What time do I schedule my flight and which airport do I fly into?

You should book your flight to arrive in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico-the house is a 40 minute drive from the airport. The shuttle will make a pick up at the airport at 1:30 on Wednesday, and a drop off at 12:15 on Sunday. These are the hours that the shuttles are available. If you are arriving earlier or later, cabs are available for the easy drive from the airport and we can supply you with directions. Feel free to arrive anytime after 1:00 on the start of your retreat and enjoy the day surfing, hanging out on the beach or taking a dip in the pool. The first yoga class will take place during the afternoon on the first day at approximately 5:30. *The towns of Sayulita and Punta Mita are nearby, if you would like to rent a car so you can explore these quaint Mexican fishing villages that is a great option. *Another option for those wanting more time in Mexico is to come in early or leave late and stay in Sayulita and then head to the retreat. We can supply you with lots of reccomendations for lodging, activities and dining.

What type of Yoga Classes do you offer?

Our morning class is a Vinyasa Flow Class. A dynamic flow yoga class, linking poses together with focus on breath, alignment, balance and core strengthening. This class detoxifies and exhilirates the body, calms the mind and enlivens the spirit. The sunset class is typically a Yin or Restorative class. Yin is a resorative practice and a perfect complement to the dynamic and muscular (yang) styles of yoga that emphasize internal heat, and the lenghtening and contracting of muscles.

Do I have to be a good swimmer?

Naturally, surfing happens in the ocean a short distance from the shore. For a positive surf experience, we require that our guests be in relatively good physical condition, competent swimmers and comfortable in the ocean. We don’t recommend these retreats for people with, major health problems, existing injuries, who take medication that would restrict swimming, breathing, or impair good judgment or women who are pregnant. Each guest is required to assess her own abilities and conditions when deciding to join the retreat.

I have never been surfing. Is this a surf destination for beginners?

Yes. The main break in La Lancha is a gentle rolling wave that is perfect for beginners. We have designed a program to teach you how to surf in a fun, welcoming environment.

I have surfed for a few years, would this retreat be for me?

Yes. Our retreat is for all level of surfers. Punta Mita has a number of different types of breaks. The area offers a wide variety of surf breaks, depending on your surfing goals and ability, we will make sure your needs are met.

I’m going by myself. Is that o.k.?

Absolutely. A lot of the people that come to the retreat travel solo. We will work with you to pair you with a room mate, you can occupy one of the beds in the bunk room or you can choose to occupy one of the rooms by yourself.

Can I bring my own surfboard?

Yes! Or we can hook you up with one of ours. We have a variety of high quality shortboards, longboards, soft top boards and stand up paddle boards.

What other activities are available?

Endless activities are available within steps of your private Shangri-La, surfboards, Stand Up Paddle boards,boogie boards and kayaks are all provided for your enjoyment. If desired, privileges at the nearby Jack Nicklaus designed Punta Mita Golf Course and Tennis Club and use of the exclusive Punta Mita Beach club. The Mexican fishing village of Sayulita is 20 minutes away and if full of shops, cafes and restaurants.