Ladyvana Retreat
2025 dates to be announced
This is the kind of week that changes you forever. Deep in the jungles of Panama at the end of the road, you find yourself. You find the one you have been looking for, the one you've been running from. You recover compassion for yourself, you regain your playful spirit, you laugh, you cry, you dance, you release. Finally. A deep sigh. You make new friends, you try new food, you get on that surfboard, you swim under the stars. The sisterhood awaits. This is THE women's retreat. Come see for yourself.
The Intention
The intention of this week is to nourish on all levels. We see yoga, nature, laughter, connections (and sometimes margaritas) as powerful medicine for the weary soul. This is a space to get real about your life, clear the blocks, open your heart and tell your story. We deeply understand the need to bring women together to feel safe, seen and supported.
Who is this for?
Well you. And other like minded, genuine, curious, creative souls who want to stretch, wander the jungle, get away, be good to themselves. The retreat content is geared toward women of all ages looking to recalibrate, reflect and adventure. Some women bring their sisters, coworkers, bffs and moms and many others enjoy coming solo. It’s your choice and if you’ve found us, chances are, this is the week for you.
The Yoga + Breathwork
The yoga is an intermediate flow style. Expect creative flows with big heart and deep hip opening. Classes are themed with deep intention to open you on every level. We suggest having at least 15 yoga classes under your belt before you attend a retreat but there are plenty of ways to modify for more beginner or advanced practices. Please let us know about your injuries prior to the retreat. La Joya has a beautiful open-air space for our practices, facing the ocean.
The breathwork is a deeply transformational experience designed to awaken stagnant energy and release emotions. It works in beautiful balance with our movement and self development work.
“How can I find words for this life-changing experience... thank you thank you thank you Ally for creating and holding such a sacred space for us. I am still deeply touched by meeting you and the incredible women who have become my friends, my allies, my sisters. Women I look up to, who I held and felt held by, and watched in awe as they journeyed through healing, discovering authentic joy. Thank you for hosting truly life-changing breath work ceremonies, for creating yoga sessions that spoke to the heart and soul. For making us laugh, scream and cry out loud. For seeing us all individually, while guiding us into a circle of shared healing and empowerment. I am in awe of you – your presence, your wisdom, and the love you so bravely give. I love you. I see you. You touched my life in indescribable ways, and I know deep down that we will meet again. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.
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If you believe in the definition of a miracle is as a shift in perspective, Ladyvana isn't really a yoga retreat, it is a journey of creating miracles. Panama 2023 was my 2nd Ladyvana trip, and I can say with certainty now that the magic I felt the first time in Mexico was not a fluke or a one-off experience. Ally is such an incredible conduit for deep work and connection, and brings a beautiful balance of joy, humor and power to her retreats that makes the impossible feel easily accessible. Both retreats I've gone on have been truly life-changing experiences, and each one has helped me find exactly what I needed at that moment in my life, even when I had no idea what I was looking for. The women I have connected with on these trips have become friends for life, and I am so grateful to be part of this sisterhood of amazing, supportive, vulnerable and authentic women across the world. From helping plan before the trip with hotel recommendations for Panama City and packing lists, to navigating challenging logistics to get us all to Sansara quickly and safely, Ally truly went above and beyond to make sure everyone was supported throughout the entire journey. If you have been thinking about joining a Ladyvana retreat, consider this your sign to do it!
By Katy M
