LOKUTTARA
YOGA • MINDFULNESS • MEDITATION RETREAT
RIVIERA NAYARIT, MEXICO
Within the framework, and perspective, of Buddhist science and psychology of the heart-mind, we humans have created “the world.” Not the literal world/planet/cosmos, but a (mis)representational world in which the conditioned mind, and its concomitant adherence and attachment to conceptual reality as ultimate reality, has given rise to a dualistic existence within which the mind becomes enslaved and in turn experiences suffering (dukkha).
One of the many gifts we receive as a result of our dedicated efforts through practice is awakening the mind to this misrepresentation of the world, and in turn evolving beyond the conditioned limitations of duality and the suffering found within it. This experience of freedom from duality leads to lokutarra.
Lokutarra means “to go above and beyond the world” - that is the world of conditioned duality, such as good/bad, pleasant/unpleasant and the myriad conceptual dualities the conditioned mind attaches to that result in the endless cycles of self-torment (dukkha).
In this week-long retreat we will dedicate our efforts to understanding, first, on an intellectual level what it means to be “in the world” and to be “above the world” (lokutarra). Inspired and supported by our secluded settings within the protected jungle, pristine beaches and rejuvenating ocean waters, our collective efforts through a myriad of practices, will, over our week together, begin to sow and water the seeds of empirical understanding, infusing our intellectual understanding of lokutarra with the imperative experiential wisdom that begins to free the mind from its enslavement to duality and associated suffering (dukkha).
Building upon the inherent seclusion of our inspiring natural surroundings, our practices will systematically return the mind to its original state of detached receptivity, the equanimous refuge of awareness and the resultant freedom (vimutti) that is our collective human birthright.
We invite you to join us for an incredible week of dedicated practice, nourishing food and new friendships, set amongst 300 acres of lush jungle reserve and dreamlike beaches. Hidden at the end of a dirt road in the stunning Riviera Nayarit, this Mexican family-owned property has been in the family for over 45 years, and we feel incredibly fortunate to call it the new home of our annual Mexican retreats.
The environmentally conscious retreat grounds and beach are completely private, offering incredibly clean and gentle waters for swimming, snorkeling and kayaking. Hiking trails abound throughout the beautiful jungle reserve, including access to virgin beaches around the corner from the retreat centre.
With up to six practices offered a day (vinyasa, yin yoga, mindfulness/vipassana, loving-kindness, gratitude meditation, Dhamma talks) this week is a rare opportunity to find seclusion, both physically and mentally, from the busyness of contemporary life.
We look very forward to sharing with you what we believe is the most beautiful retreat location we have ever come across. See you in paradise in 2023.
JAN 8-14 RETREAT IS FULL - JOIN WAITING LIST BELOW
JAN 15-21 RETREAT IS FULL - JOIN WAITING LIST BELOW
RETREATS ARE CAPPED AT 22 PRACTITIONERS
PRICES (based on double occupancy):
Suite with King Size Bed or Two Singles: SOLD OUT
1050€ / $1025 USD / $1415 CAD per person
Suite with Two Queen Beds: SOLD OUT
1080€ / $1055 USD / $1455 CAD per person
Cabin with King Size Bed or Two Singles: SOLD OUT
1110€ / $1085 USD / $1495 CAD per person
Luxury Cabin with King Size Bed: SOLD OUT
1225€ / $1195 USD / $1650 CAD per person
Luxury Cabin with King Size Bed or Two Singles + Two single loft: - SOLD OUT
2 people: 1225€ / $1195 USD / $1650 CAD per person
3 people: 1120€ / $1095 USD / $1500 CAD per person
4 people: 1060€ / $1055 USD / $1455 CAD per person
*5% tax not included
**Prices with the retreat centre are set in USD and other currencies are subject to market changes
***Our location is one hour north of Puerto Vallarta Airport.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
Accommodation: 7 days / 6 nights
6 Yoga/Meditation practices per day.
All meals (20) (breakfast, lunch, dinner + coffee, water, teas, fruit etc.)
Mats & Props
KEY FEATURES
Private Beach
300+ acres of jungle reserve
Access to virgin beaches
Natural soaps & shampoo
Wastewater reuse system
Isolated/private environment
No phone signal / wifi available
Hiking, snorkeling
Free kayak rental
***A 50% non-refundable deposit is required upon registration. Full balance due by November 1st, 2022.
***In the event that this retreat is postponed due to a complete Covid-19 travel ban, a full refund will be issued minus 100€.