Healing retreat for men in Mexico
February 10 to 16, 2024
Join a group of men for a unique and exceptional week of rejuvenation by the sea.
In a paradise-like setting, come relax, energize, fill up on beauty and have fun with dynamic, vibrant guys.
retreat in english only
This retreat will be hosted mostly in English by Martin Bilodeau. Translation into French along the way is possible, if requested by participants.
My invitation
For me, tantra is about expanding our consciousness and celebrating life. During this week, I propose to use it to enrich your intimacy with yourself, with your partner, with your friends, with your family and with the whole universe.
Tantra is not a religion, and it’s not just about sex. It is above all a path of self-knowledge and spiritual awakening for life.
Like love, Tantra can only be truly understood through experience. Of course, you can talk about it, read about it and receive teachings on the subject. But the fact remains that you won’t really know tantra until you’ve experienced it. As an initiate of Tibetan tantrism, OSHO and Yogi BHAJAN, my aim is to transmit this wisdom to you in a way that’s accessible, inspiring, festive and, above all, relevant to modern life.
I look forward to sharing this week with you!
Through Tantrism, my wish is to enable you to :
Get closer to yourself
Celebrate all facets of your life
Rediscover the spiritual meaning of your relationships
Unify your "feminine" and "masculine" polarities
Live your sexuality consciously
Put love back at the forefront of your life
a relaxing journey filled with spirituality
Tantric meditation
To enable you to let go, experience gentle energy rises, free yourself from ego, reconnect with the heart, develop full awareness in the body and integrate the transformations you’ve experienced.
Active meditation techniques and ecstatic dance
To activate your joy, release your energy and restore your passion for life. Intuitive dance sessions in contact with partners will also develop listening skills through body, rhythm and breathing.
Yoga exercises for two
To awaken your senses, release your inner strength and reach states of sweet ecstasy
Sacred chants and mantras
To open the space of the heart, create a sense of group communion and unite with higher consciousness
Tantric puja evenings
Through: tantric greetings, rite of awakening of the senses, tantric massage, white tantra, body painting, rite of touching and more
tantric celebrations during the retreat
Tantric salutations
Rite of awakening the senses
Tantric massage
White tantra
Body painting
Rite of touching
And more!
The spirit of each of these evenings is celebration, playfulness, authenticity and love!
winter 2024
February 10 to 16, 2024
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
The retreat begins on February 10, 2024 with a welcome dinner and first evening meditation, and ends on the morning of February 16, 2024.
Location
Zipolite, Mexico
RETREAT LANGUAGE
This retreat will be hosted in ENGLISH ONLY. French translation is available on the spot, if requested by participants.
schedule
The retreat runs continuously from Saturday February 10, 2024 to Friday February 16, 2024. The program begins on Saturday with a welcome at 3pm, a meal at 6pm and a first practice at 8pm, and ends on Friday morning.
Retreat costs include:
A guide and teacher dedicated to your well-being throughout your stay
14 tantra, kundalini yoga and meditation sessions
Dolphin snorkeling in the open sea
Temaskal (shamanic rite and sweat lodge) with a Mexican shaman
Mazunte (sunset and natural jacuzzi)
Walking along the seafront
Talking circle and group discussions
retreat costs
animation
$700 USD
per person
accomodation
$270 USD
double occupancy
per person (shared bathroom)
This rate includes accommodation for 6 nights.
mean plan
$300 USD
per person
Option for a 6-day meal plan including pre-breakfast, lunch and dinner.
total cost of retreat
$1,270 USD
double occupancy
(shared bathroom)
per person
Includes retreat animation (free of charge), double-occupancy accommodation for 6 nights, as well as 13 meals and snacks.
When you register, we’ll send you a participant form to fill in, so you can tell us about any food allergies or intolerances you may have. You’ll also receive all the practical information you need to prepare your stay.
You can specify your choice of accommodation when booking.
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Details
We require a minimum of 10 people for a group.
ACCOMMODATION
We will require a 25% deposit upon reservation for this minimum, a second 25% fee 30 days before the event, and the balance upon arrival, adjusted to the final number of participants in the event.
The 25% deposit is based on 10 participants in double occupancy in a standard room.
We offer free accommodation to any accompanying person from 14 participants.
All deposits are final and non-refundable.
Payment schedule
RETREAT
50% of the pension amount at the time of booking
Balance of payment (50% of the retreat amount, plus applicable taxes) 7 days before the start of the retreat
hébergement
25% of the cost of accommodation at the time of booking
25% of the cost of accommodation 30 days before the start of the retreat
Deadline: January 10, 2024
The balance of payment (50% of the accommodation and food package) will be made 7 days before the start of the retreat.
Deadline: February 3, 2024
HOW TO BOOK
Make your deposit
Reserve your place now by making your $350 US deposit by credit card, Paypal, bank transfer (Interac) or cheque.
The deposit is calculated on the cost of hosting the retreat.
choose your accommodation
When making your reservation, please indicate your choice of accommodation.
We’ll take care of booking your accommodation at the Pachalegria Center for you.
registration confirmation
Receive confirmation of your registration and instructions for the retreat.
30 days before the start of the retreat, you will receive a payment link to pay half of your accommodation. Finally, 1 week before the start of the retreat, you’ll receive payment links to pay the remainder (retreat balance, accommodation balance and food package).
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
dormitory
$180 USD
per person, for 6 nights
Shared bathroom
double occupancy
$270 USD
per person, for 6 nights
Shared bathrooms
OR
$360 USD
per person, for 6 nights
Private bathroom
single occupancy
$540 USD
for 6 nights
Shared bathrooms
OR
$720 USD
for 6 nights
Private bathroom
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Questions / Answers (FAQ)
Is the deposit refundable if I am unable to participate?
No, if you cancel your participation in the trip, your deposit is non-refundable. We incur costs, depending on the number of participants, several months before the trip in order to book venues, transportation, accommodation and pay our staff.
So make sure you have your vacation dates with your boss before you book.
Which airport is closest to the retreat accommodation site, and how does local transport work?
Air transportation is at your own expense and convenience. Zipolite is close to Huatulco airport. West Jet offers direct flights to Huatulco airport. Other airlines, such as Aeromexico, also offer flights to Huatulco with stops in the USA or Mexico City.
A cab from the airport to Zipolite will cost you around USD $30. A cab can be sent from the Loma Linda center at a cost of 700 pesos to meet you directly at Huatulco airport.
How much does a plane ticket to Zipolite cost and where can I buy it?
Prices range from USD $300 to USD $900 for a round-trip ticket, depending on when you buy your ticket and which airline you choose.
Interjet, Air Transat and Aeromexico are the airlines we recommend.
What other expenses should I expect, and how much does it cost for dinners, tips, activities, transportation, etc.?
The village of Zipolite offers a variety of dining options. An evening meal in a traditional restaurant can cost 60 pesos, and a gourmet restaurant can cost you up to 300 pesos with tips.
For other expenses, we suggest that you leave a tip of between US$60 and US$90 per person at the end of your stay at the hotel for cleaning and restaurant services.
NB: When you register, a two-page information pack will be sent to you to make your stay easier! 🙂
What to pack?
In addition to your clothes and personal belongings, we recommend you bring :
- Sunscreen
- Mosquito repellent lotion
- Scuba goggles or mask
- Sarong or summer clothing
- Swimsuit for outdoor activities
NB: A complete list will be sent to you before the trip to help you prepare.
you will be redirected to the pachalegria website
Martin Bilodeau
Martin Bilodeau is an inspired and playful yogi. He has been teaching with passion for over 10 years and continues to travel the world to further his personal exploration.
He has over twenty years’ experience in the practice and study of Eastern traditions.
A Quebec public figure and author of the books Réveillez votre petit Bouddha intérieur, the Guide pratique du tantrisme moderne and Chroniques d’un bouddhiste urbain, he is a conference speaker and guide for retreats and spiritual journeys around the world.
(in French)
