Embodiment Retreats
Soul Magic Experience Mayan Riviera
Join us for a beautiful, curated experience in the heart of the Mayan Riviera. Located between the lush jungle and the crystal-clear Caribbean Sea, you’ll have breathtaking views at every turn in the beautiful Copal Retreat villa in Paamul, MX near Playa del Carmen.
- Sunrise and sunset Kundalini Yoga/Qigong, and meditation practice on the rooftop deck with panoramic ocean views.
- Sound baths and meditations under the stars.
- Secluded beaches.
- Guided adventures to a cenote, and the Mayan ruins of Tulum.
- A luxurious massage.
- Gourmet, chef-curated meals with the freshest ingredients.
- Beautiful pool.
- Hammocks for lounging.
- Snorkeling, SUP, and kayaks if you feel like adventuring.
- Temezcal Aztec Steam Bath
Re-Discover the beauty of your soul and ALL that you are. This experience will guide you to reconnect with your inner child, your playfulness, and sense of adventure, as well as allow yourself to REST, RESTORE, and RENEW.
The Soul Magic Experience is for you if:
- You feel drawn to reconnect with your inner child. To find your inner joy and sparkle again. You’ve lost the sense of how to play and feel light and joyful.
- You desire to reconnect with yourself through daily yoga/qigong/meditation, the sea air, and the warm weather.
- You are ready to let yourself receive fully and partake in a fully curated experience where you don’t have to do anything you don’t want to do! 🙂
- You are seeking the inner peace and calm that can only come from within.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Dinner, Welcome Ceremony
Day 2: Treating yourself with gentle loving care.
Day 3: Eyes of the Child- awe/wonder; Excursion to Tulum and beach play.
Day 4: Play/adventure and cenote excursion
Day 5: Rebirth/Renewal, Temezcal Aztec Steam Bath
Day 6: Integration Day, Final dinner out in Playa del Carmen
Day 7: Closing embodiment practice, breakfast, farewells.
Details:
The retreat is located in the picturesque beach town of Paamul. The villa faces the beautiful Caribbean Ocean and is surrounded by lush jungle, coconut palms,
vibrant flowers, and an abundance of local wildlife.
Apart from the private ungroomed beach and ocean at the villa, you’ll have access to a secluded beach just a 5-minute bike ride away, which serves as a sanctuary for stunning marine species, as well as a public white-sand beach only 3 minutes on foot.
There are paddle boards, beach bikes, snorkeling masks, and hammocks available for use during your stay, ensuring plenty of ways to enjoy the natural beauty around you. There is free WiFi throughout the villa.
Meals
Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner are lovingly prepared by their skilled in-house team of chefs, dedicated to supporting your wellness journey. The menu showcases vibrant Mexican cuisine with contemporary influences, crafted using only nutrient-dense, locally sourced ingredients.
Whether you have dietary preferences or restrictions—such as gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, vegan, or any other requirement—their kitchen is fully equipped to accommodate your needs with care and attention.
Please note, there will be two meals not included in the program, during the Tulum and Playa del Carmen excursions allowing you and your group to experience the rich flavors and vibrant culture of the area.
What’s Included
- 6 nights accommodation
- Airport transfers to/from Cancun International Airport for arrivals between 2-6pm and for departures between 10am-12pm.
- 2 x daily Kundalini yoga, Qigong, and meditation
- Welcome Ceremony
- All meals* with the exclusion of one dinner and one lunch.
- Coffee/Tea, Water, Fruit
- 2 Yoga/Qigong Classes Daily
- 1-60 min Massage
- Bikes, Kayaks, SUP
- Excursion to Cenotes
- Excursion to Tulum
- Temezcal Aztec Steam Bath
- Group video calls before and after retreat for introductions and debriefing.
What’s Not Included:
- Airfare to Cancun Intl Airport
- Transportation to retreat center if you arrive/depart outside of hours listed above for the shuttles. Shuttle service can still be arranged but at your expense.
- Alcoholic beverages- when we are out on excursions of course you can do as you wish, but on-site the retreat will be sober to allow all of your senses to be clear.
- Traveler’s Insurance
Accommodations
Pricing includes all of the above mentioned retreat features + your accommodations. Pricing is per person.
If you are traveling with a companion and would like to share a room, the rate is $2,850 per person. Both of you must sign up and select your accommodation. At checkout please make a note in the comments section that you would like to room together.
Oceanfront Rooftop Suites $3,950
The Oceanfront Rooftop Suites offer stunning panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea. Each suite features either two double beds or one king-size bed, a private bathroom with hot water, air conditioning, and daily housekeeping. Equipped with bath and beach towels, a yoga mat, hairdryer, and premium toiletries, these suites provide the perfect blend of comfort and luxury for your stay.
Beach/Pool-Front Suites (ground floor) $3,850
The beachfront suites, located on the villa’s ground level, offer beautiful views and are steps away from the pool and ocean. Each suite features two double beds or one king-size bed, perfect for private or shared stays, along with a private bathroom with hot water, a fan, air conditioning, and daily housekeeping. Enjoy added amenities including bath and beach towels, a yoga mat, hairdryer, and premium toiletries.
Courtyard Suites $3,550
The courtyard suites, located on the ground level of the villa, are just steps from the pool and the ocean but very private. Each suite features two comfortable double beds for private or shared stays, along with a private bathroom with hot water and air conditioning. Enjoy added amenities including bath and beach towels, a yoga mat, hairdryer, daily housekeeping, and premium toiletries, for a comfortable and relaxing stay.
Questions?
Schedule a Discovery Call with Dr. Julie
About Dr. Julie
Dr. Julie Hutsell-Starling is an acupuncturist, health coach, Qigong instructor, and Kundalini yoga teacher, and has spent the last 20+ years exploring the power of the mind-body connection and the power to heal ourselves. She considers herself a Way-Shower, guiding her clients and students back home to who they truly are. She has been working with private clients and acupuncture patients since 2003, and has worked with thousands of individuals over the years.
She creates and teaches embodiment workshops to allow for deep healing to happen through the body. These workshops include physical practices such as breathwork, mindful movement (Qigong and Kundalini yoga), chanting, and meditation, with music and sound healing expertly woven to create unique, deeply healing, and transformative experiences.
