Private Yoga and Breathwork Reset in the Riviera Maya

This retreat is built around the idea that a one-size-fits-all program doesn't work for everyone. Your host, Michael Gannon, starts with a discovery call to understand what you're looking for—then designs a schedule around your preferences. You might want to focus on Ashtanga yoga, work on breathwork for stress, or simply use the time to rest in nature. The retreat can be as active or as relaxed as you want, whether that includes daily vinyasa classes, guided meditation at a cenote, or just long stretches of free time.

Michael Gannon brings serious credentials: he studied for ten years in India with Sri K. Pattabhi Jois, was authorized to teach Ashtanga in 2001, and has taught in over 50 countries. He founded Yogaloft Playa del Carmen, a yoga school in the Riviera Maya where many of these retreats take place. His teaching style is direct and practical, making traditional practices accessible to beginners and experienced practitioners alike. He's also known as "The Yoga Dealer," a name he's used since 2005 for his brand, which includes DVDs, an app, and an online practice platform.

Accommodations are spread across several hand-picked locations in the Riviera Maya, each with its own character. You might stay at Casa Awakening, a beachfront home in El Cuyo with direct access to the sand, or at Awakening Sanctuary, a jungle retreat near Tulum. There's also an urban option in Playa del Carmen, close to Yogaloft's main shala. Whichever you choose, you'll be within reach of cenotes, beaches, and the natural beauty of the Yucatán.

Meals are a highlight: fresh breakfasts with organic coffee, cold-pressed juices, and healthy options that can be tailored to vegan, vegetarian, or keto diets. You can add lunch and dinner, plus a juice detox plan if you want a deeper reset. The whole experience is flexible—you can book a single night or stay longer, and add activities like kite-surfing, horseback riding, or an ice bath. It's a retreat that meets you where you are and gives you the space to do what you came for.

What's included

- Accommodation in your private room - Daily healthy breakfast (other meals may be added) - Daily meditation classes - Daily yoga classes - Daily pranayama (breathwork) classes - Optional Atomic Guru Mezcal Meditation & Tasting - Pre- and post-retreat support from the team - Parking - Wi-Fi connection

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Additional meals (lunch, dinner) unless added - Cold-pressed juice detox plan (optional add-on) - Flights - Travel insurance - Additional activities (temazcal, ice bath, etc.)