Testimonials
This retreat was just what I needed. Renee was an amazing instructor and kept good energy throughout the retreat. There was a nice balance of yoga, meditation, personal growth and play. The activities she planned away from the property allowed us to experience Tulum but still keep our zen. The trip to the lagoon was breathtaking, definitely a unique experience that you can't do anywhere. I was lucky to join a group of strangers that were all incredibly welcoming and genuinely supported each other's growth... making the trip extra special. Creating memories and friendships that will last a lifetime. As a foodie, I was a bit concerned about having one chef for the week as I figured the food would be healthy and boring. I was wrong, Sofia exceeded my expectations! She created dishes from scratch and continued to surprise us with unique pairings ... like shredded zucchini mole and fresh celery soup! I look forward to experiencing another retreat with Renee soon. I even built it in as a reward in my goal setting to help keep me motivated. Thank you Renee and Sofia for sharing your energy with us, it was truly amazing.
Toni Larson
Whatās unique about this retreat is the personal growth element. For me that was the most important, itās really special. The best candidate for this retreat is someone that longs for personal growth. You bring people here and say ācome and think over your life, let me help you if you donāt have time to think about this in detailā.
There were many great moments, but my favorite was the second day during the morning meditation before yoga. Something just touched me. I kind of sobbed silently uncontrollably, the tears just streaming down my face. That was a very profound moment. When you meditate and you can get into that. Obviously I was connected to something, my higher self or something. The meditation set the tone very very right.
The other part that I really enjoy is when you took us to the lagoon. To practice yoga in that open space and in that environment, that was a very very nice experience. You are showing those interested in yoga different styles to look at. You take people to acro yoga and otherwise they would have never tried. You incorporate sound healing, live music, the singing bowls. That alone I think itās worth the trip.
I think your retreat really sort of opened my eyes. This is not like other retreats. Itās for people who are ready to get into that personal growth realm. Yoga is just icing on the cake.
Daniella H
"Review of back to back retreats"
I went back to back weeks at this retreat and was so happy I did! Renee has a great personality and a light friendly energy about her, makes you feel at ease right away. The food is amazing and plentiful. I'm not vegetarian, but that week, I didn't care that I ate no meat. The yoga helped heal my injured shoulder. Renee was able to give me modifications to use. My personal favourite was spending quality time with like minded yoga travelers from around the world. It brought me new friendships that maintained even after the yoga retreat! I got to see what life would be like living in tuluum as a yoga traveler. We got to go into town many times and go into the yoga studios in tuluum. Now that I'm back home I feel rejuvenated and recharged!
Jordan Cairns
"Pure joy and happiness!"
I had the most amazing time! Renee is the best host and is interested in providing participants with a great experience in Tulum as well as helping with their personal growth. The food was truly the best vegetarian food I have tasted so far and prepared with so much love! Thank you Renee and Sofia for the most wonderful time! I enjoyed my stay sooo much and can only recommend everyone to book this retreat. You will return home full of love and happiness. Thank you for everything!!! :)
Sarah
What a wonderful personal learning experience in a well-appointed villa at beautiful Riviera Maya / Tulum! We had a small retreat group (4 people, all solo travelers) and I felt right at home with RenĆ©eās radiance, contagious laugh, positivity, calming presence and compassion. We were also pampered with Sophiaās delicious vegetarian meals that were made fresh with local, colorful, ingredients.
This is a great retreat for āsoul-searchersā who just need that little extra nudge to clear the mind & embrace next steps. I found it to be a unique combination of yoga (including acroyoga!), journaling / life coaching, and new experiences that reflect local community culture & natural environment. From the ancestral sound healing, live music, cenote swims, beach yoga and exploring downtown ā the retreat was thoughtfully curated with fun things to do in addition to the personal reflections. The yoga instruction by RenĆ©e and other guest instructors were very accessible, with helpful cues and adjustments. For me, I wish there was more meditation as it really helped with the journaling!
I walked away from the retreat feeling more relaxed, and open to future possibilities & next steps ā thank you for an amazing experience, RenĆ©e! :)
Maggie
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"Experience full of love and joy".
The retreat was amazing! RenƩe is a lovely and smiling person. She showed us the beautiful surroundings. The daily journaling helped me to realize a lot of things. The food was delicious !!! It was a beautiful experience meeting wonderful people. Thank you.
Cathy Saraiva
"Amazing Experience "
This retreat was more than just a yoga getaway. Renee put together a very transformative experience from two daily yoga sessions, to entertainment the first night we arrived, to sound healing sessions, various types of yoga (yin, vinyasa, acro) not to mention beautiful vegetarian meals that were so very delicious. What makes this retreat different from others is it also has a personal growth and coaching aspect. Anyone can get away for a few days, but to bring the transformative experience home with you and integrate it into your life at home is the goal. The friends and connections I made were very special. I canāt wait to go back!
Erin Mosher
"Serendipitous "
This retreat came at the perfect time. Renee is a gem. Sophia cooked amazing vegetarian meals. The excursions were beautiful and healing.Ā
Nothing to not like.
Jennifer Enriquez
"Amazing retreat for beginners!"
Fantastic retreat. Very detailed in experiences between yoga, meditation, food, workshops and local trips.
Catherine Breslin
I felt much more grounded and peaceful after the retreat. Many people told me they noticed an increase in my frequency after I returned from Tulum.
Iāve learned that I was storing emotions in the hips! Hence, me crying a lot after performing some hip openers in yin yoga! Since the retreat Iām more mindful that the hips are a delicate area that need regular care. I also use the self-reflection techniques and the visualization exercises in my day-to-day life.
I got interested in the retreat because of the program - yoga and also activities outside of the retreat in nature. My favorite parts of the week were the sound healing and diving in a beautiful cenote.
This retreat is perfect for a person that is interested in yoga and self-reflection, and wants some guidelines towards building a bright future. Also a person that has not had in depth coaching before, then the coaching in the retreat will really add value and extraordinary aha moments.
RenƩe is an amazing person to guide this retreat. She is passionate, calm, sweet and open minded. She makes you feel very much at home and is open to discuss anything. Lastly, she is a great yoga teacher and her energy is amazing.
Mehrnaz
RenƩe is such a wonderful women. She knows exactly what she is doing and always got a plan. She is very patience and always friendly. She makes sure everyone feels welcome and gives the group room to grow. At anytime she made sure everyone is involved by the activities or ceremonies.
Natascha Schlesinger
I was looking for a retreat that went beyond just physical yoga and dug deeper into creating true connections with other participants. Knowing we would be focusing on how to apply what we got from the retreat into our everyday lives.
What I enjoyed most were the conversations we had at the table when we were having our delicious vegetarian meals. Also the blend of time to ourselves, activities that pushed us out of our comfort zone, and doing yoga in the lagoon, and the diving option!
After this week I felt like I was able to access a deeper side of myself and to also connect with others who may have been different but seeing the connection that spirituality and yoga can bring.
This retreat is perfect for someone who is looking to explore their own spirituality and wants an instructor who truly cares about the participants.
Marissa Boyer
āI never thought Iād be a yoga kind of guy until I met RenĆ©e. Now when I do my yoga routines nearly a year later itās her voice I hear in my head telling me Iām not allowed to do Savasana pose for a whole lesson!
RenĆ©eās enthusiasm for yoga is infectious and inspiring and she gives her all in each lesson to engage with everyone. In particular, I like that she always adjusts to the energy and mood of the class so theyāre never exactly the same. An absolute pleasure to learn from!!!!!ā
Peter Carey
RenƩe is such a sweet soul. She is one of the most heart-warming people and yoga teachers I know. She easily creates a sacred and peaceful space in her classes and guides you safely through the yoga class. Additionally she is super into backbends, so if you are seeking for increasing your confidence, embracing yourself, and to experience life on the bright side go ahead and spent some time with her.
Nela Tesch
I had a great private yoga class with RenĆ©e! She made sure the class was at a pace that was right for me. The yoga practice was strengthening and we ended it with some relaxing poses followed by meditation. RenĆ©eĀ is an amazing teacher!
Zerya Shakely
RenƩe is a great yoga teacher! She'll take you through the class always checking that everyone is feeling well and adapting the practice according to everyone possibilities!
On top of that she's a great person full of positive energy!
I warmly recommend her!
Garance Klauss
I met Renée, this caring and loving human being while I was volunteering at the hostel in Sri Lanka, She was the onsite yoga teacher.
Sunset yoga class would be hold everyday, and oh my, It was the event I look forward to every day.
A perfect balance would be how I describe her class, It's amazing how Renée is able to create this calm ambience in the space, a safe zone where I can explore yoga for the first time without any concern as she guided.
While we are on the different side of the planet now, I carry her inspiration with me as I look forward to see her and be in her class again.
Jess Huang
Life-changing, thank you Renée!I highly recommend this retreat, it was truly life-changing for me.Renée is a luminous person, always smiling, humble and supportive. The retreat is a perfect balance between relaxing and getting out of your comfort zone. It has been 2 months already and I still can't believe the change it initiated in me.I went through a burn-out and was looking for a place to relax and learn new powerful tools to implement in my daily life.The program was exactly what I was looking for: a mix of yoga, meditation, and self)development. The location was ideal, easy tor each and very peaceful.I was able to unwind, reflect on the past months, understand what happened, make some important decisions and implement a new daily routine as soon as I got back home.
Aurélie Bourne
I had the best time at this retreat, it was truly magical.
All of the women got along and I love how everyone uplifted each other. Renee is an amazing woman and yoga instructor. Renee and her boyfriend Dani are so easy to be around and they have the best personality, and energy, and are so full of life.
The retreat was so much more than I was expecting. Besides yoga on rooftops and a gorgeous lagoon, we did meditation and breathwork. We also did acro yoga which I absolutely loved! We also did a lot of journaling. It was hard at first but the more we meditated and talked the more I could relax and write down my thoughts.
We went to a cenote and swam, went to the beach, and hung out downtown Tulum. I knew we had a chef but I didn't really know what to expect. Sophia was amazing! Oh my gosh, Every single meal was so delicious and yummy.
I wish I could give this review more than 5 stars. I would definitely love to do this retreat again and again!!!!
I had in my head everything I wanted for a retreat. While researching I found this and it could not have been more perfect.
Leah Kadetz
Overall, truly an amazing retreat.
From the transport to the villa till the day of departure, Renee was very helpful in making things run smoothly.
I am beyond grateful for the experiences from this retreat and feel like the people I met there will have a lasting imprint on my life. There was amazing energy throughout the entire week and it really allowed for true reflection and growth within my mind, body, and soul. The food was amazing and complemented the retreat by providing energy-sustaining meals with lots of fresh fruits and veggies.
So much love for Renee, Dani, and Sofia for having such beautiful souls and making this retreat possible.
Ashleigh Kern
Such a perfect reTREAT!
This was by far the best retreat I’ve ever attended.
The program was well-planned and exquisitely executed, the accommodation was even better than I expected and the food was very tasty. The balance between activities and down time was just right and the overall atmosphere was open and welcoming. I’m quite the introvert and was truly surprised by how comfortable I felt in the group and how at ease I was during the whole retreat.
I left feeling relaxed and full of life, would do it again in a heartbeat.
Hannah
My retreat was everything I needed and more. My mind is clear, my heart is full, my soul is free, and my body is relaxed. We spent hours meditating each day and journaling our intentions. After enduring a good amount of betrayal, hatred, harassment, and bullying over the last few years: I had no idea how much those things clouded my mind and caused damage to my inner voice.
I have come home with a sense of peace and clarity for this next chapter. I am excited to narrow my focus, give my energy to the ones I love, and continue to take better care of myself āØ
I should also add I am a MASSIVE fan of yoga. I had never taken a single class before this retreat. Pure Barre definitely assisted in prepping my body.
It was truly a life-changing experience.
Clare
Amazing retreat! From the moment of booking till the very last day, Renee has been a great host making everyone feel welcome and comfortable. The villa was peaceful with fresh vegetarian meals, 2x daily yoga, and a lot of additional activities like trips to Cenote, Tulum lagoon, and downtown to enjoy local culture - things that other retreats don't usually offer :) Would recommend 100% to get away from a busy life, it made me feel at peace and refreshed.