Movement & Somatic Retreat in Antigua, Guatemala
Movement & Somatic Retreat in Antigua, Guatemala
Earth Lodge, Guatemala
Up to 12 in group
May 11 - 16, 2026
Retreat Highlights
- Primal Movement
- Somatic Exploration
- Pranayama Breathwork
- Rope Flow
- Creative Movement
- Handstand Foundations
- Floor Movement
- Spine Articulation
- Contrast Therapy (Mayan Sauna & Ice Baths)
- Myofascial Release Techniques
- Volcano Hike
- Organic Locally Sourced Healthy Meals
- Natural Authentic Environment
- 2000m Above Sea Level
- Tropical Mountains Of Guatemala
About this Retreat
Omar Thali is a movement coach with a diverse background in natural movement, calisthenics, functional flexibility, soft acrobatics, creative flow, and martial arts. With a master’s degree in exercise science, he blends scientific understanding with practical, experiential training. Omar’s approach focuses on developing strength, mobility, coordination, and freedom of movement through playful exploration, detailed technique, and natural movement patterns. His coaching is supportive, clear, and rooted in helping people expand their physical abilities while reconnecting to how the body is designed to move.
Dhruva Mikkelsen is a somatic, body-based psychotherapist based in Antigua, Guatemala. His work combines deep presence, trauma-informed guidance, and a grounded understanding of the mind–body connection. With a background in pranayama breathwork and Hakomi therapy, he helps individuals access inner awareness, emotional regulation, and embodied healing through gentle, experiential methods. Dhruva’s approach is compassionate, intuitive, and rooted in creating a safe space where people can explore the intelligence of their bodies and the patterns that shape their lives.
Details of this retreat
This retreat is designed for anyone who wants to experience natural movement, creativity, and somatic connection in one of the most breathtaking environments in Guatemala. Set at Earth Lodge—overlooking volcanoes and surrounded by nature—you’ll train, explore, breathe, and reconnect with your body on a deep level.
Movement First — The Core of the Retreat
Movement is at the heart of this experience. Throughout the week, you’ll explore a wide range of practices that build mobility, strength, freedom, and creative expression:
Primal Movement & Locomotion – rediscovering natural patterns that reconnect you to how the body is meant to move.
Creative Movement & Flow – exploring softness, transitions, plasticity, and your unique movement vocabulary.
Rope Flow Training – developing rhythm, coordination, upper-body mobility, and fluidity.
Handstand Foundations – learning alignment, control, balance, and playful inversions for all levels.
Floorwork & Soft Acrobatics – building adaptability, rolling, spiraling, and moving with ease across the floor.
Mobility & Strength – focused sessions to expand range of motion, joint control, and functional strength.
Every participant also receives a pre-retreat movement protocol to help you prepare and get the most out of the week.
Somatic Practices to Deepen Awareness
While movement is the main focus, somatic work supports the inner dimension of the retreat. Each morning begins with:
Pranayama & Breathwork
Somatic body-based exercises
Felt-sense awareness
Myofascial release sessions on select days
Holotropic-style breathwork (on one afternoon)
These practices balance the intensity of physical training and guide you into a deeper understanding of your body’s signals, sensations, and internal rhythms.
A Setting Built for Natural Living
Earth Lodge offers a deeply grounding environment:
Tree-house style cabins surrounded by nature
A large movement shala for workshops
An outdoor grass space for open-air sessions
Views of active volcanoes creating a powerful natural backdrop
The environment itself becomes part of the practice—quiet, wild, and inspiring.
Healthy, Organic, Local Food
Meals are fresh, locally sourced, mostly organic, and served buffet-style with options for all diets:
Gluten-free
Vegan
Animal-based / high-protein options
Nutritious, delicious, and supportive of full days of training.
Unique Experiences
Afternoons vary throughout the week and may include:
Additional movement workshops
Somatic or breathwork sessions
A volcano tour
Optional Mayan sauna (temazcal)
Ice baths for recovery, resilience, and clarity
Seamless Arrival
Participants fly into La Aurora International Airport (GUA) in Guatemala City.
Airport transfers for arrival and departure are organized on the start and end dates of the retreat.
Movement First — The Core of the Retreat
Movement is at the heart of this experience. Throughout the week, you’ll explore a wide range of practices that build mobility, strength, freedom, and creative expression:
Primal Movement & Locomotion – rediscovering natural patterns that reconnect you to how the body is meant to move.
Creative Movement & Flow – exploring softness, transitions, plasticity, and your unique movement vocabulary.
Rope Flow Training – developing rhythm, coordination, upper-body mobility, and fluidity.
Handstand Foundations – learning alignment, control, balance, and playful inversions for all levels.
Floorwork & Soft Acrobatics – building adaptability, rolling, spiraling, and moving with ease across the floor.
Mobility & Strength – focused sessions to expand range of motion, joint control, and functional strength.
Every participant also receives a pre-retreat movement protocol to help you prepare and get the most out of the week.
Somatic Practices to Deepen Awareness
While movement is the main focus, somatic work supports the inner dimension of the retreat. Each morning begins with:
Pranayama & Breathwork
Somatic body-based exercises
Felt-sense awareness
Myofascial release sessions on select days
Holotropic-style breathwork (on one afternoon)
These practices balance the intensity of physical training and guide you into a deeper understanding of your body’s signals, sensations, and internal rhythms.
A Setting Built for Natural Living
Earth Lodge offers a deeply grounding environment:
Tree-house style cabins surrounded by nature
A large movement shala for workshops
An outdoor grass space for open-air sessions
Views of active volcanoes creating a powerful natural backdrop
The environment itself becomes part of the practice—quiet, wild, and inspiring.
Healthy, Organic, Local Food
Meals are fresh, locally sourced, mostly organic, and served buffet-style with options for all diets:
Gluten-free
Vegan
Animal-based / high-protein options
Nutritious, delicious, and supportive of full days of training.
Unique Experiences
Afternoons vary throughout the week and may include:
Additional movement workshops
Somatic or breathwork sessions
A volcano tour
Optional Mayan sauna (temazcal)
Ice baths for recovery, resilience, and clarity
Seamless Arrival
Participants fly into La Aurora International Airport (GUA) in Guatemala City.
Airport transfers for arrival and departure are organized on the start and end dates of the retreat.
Schedule
We begin each day with an hour of pranayama and somatic, body-based exercises. After breakfast, you’ll have personal or group time to enjoy the lodge and its beautiful views. Late morning features our movement workshop, followed by a buffet-style lunch.
Afternoons vary: some days include additional movement classes, somatic or holotropic breathwork, myofascial release sessions, or a volcano tour. After the second afternoon session, you can join an optional Mayan sauna or ice bath, then end the day with dinner and relaxation.
Afternoons vary: some days include additional movement classes, somatic or holotropic breathwork, myofascial release sessions, or a volcano tour. After the second afternoon session, you can join an optional Mayan sauna or ice bath, then end the day with dinner and relaxation.
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Movement & Somatic Retreat, Earth Lodge, Guatemala
Directions
Participants should fly into La Aurora International Airport (GUA) in Guatemala City, the closest major airport to Earth Lodge. We organize airport transfers for both arrival and departure on the retreat’s start and end dates, making the trip smooth and easy.
Accommodation
The Earth Lodge cabins offer cozy, rustic comfort surrounded by nature. Set against the backdrop of a stunning volcano, the cabins create a peaceful, grounded atmosphere perfect for rest, reflection, and reconnecting with the natural world.
Single Room Cabin & Omnivore Meals
Single Room Cabin & Plant-Based Meals
Double Room Cabin & Omnivore Meals
Double Room Cabin & Plant-Based Meals
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
There is a beautiful movement shala for practicing and exploring movement and somatics, as well as an outdoor grass space where part of the sessions can also take place.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
Earth Lodge offers fresh, locally sourced, organic meals with gluten-free, vegan, and animal-based options—healthy and delicious for all diets.
What's Included
- 5 Nights Accommodation In Tree House Cabins
- Daily Movement & Somatic Classes
- Contrast Therapy (Sauna & Ice Baths)
- 3 Big Meals Per Day (Omnivore and Plant-Based Options)
- Airport Transportation from & to Guatemala City
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Any activities outside the retreat
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