Yoga & Pilates Renewal Retreat
Yoga & Pilates Renewal Retreat
San Rafael, Antioquia, Colombia
Up to 10 in group
January 12 - 18, 2026
Retreat Highlights
- Give yourself some much-needed “me-time”
- Discover new places, savor new flavors
- Make friendships
- Find inner peace and re-energize your body
About this Retreat
Yoga and classical pilates teacher, Ewa has gained her experience around the world with her first Yoga TTC 200 hour in Dublin (YogaHub studio) in 2018, 100 hour-yoga internship in Medellin (Flying Tree Yoga) and Classical Pilates TT 150 hour
She has 10+ years experience learning, teaching and practicing yoga and pilates, most recently concentrating on pilates – working individually with clients and leading small groups in Warsaw.
She loves to understand the body – to complement her teacher training she completed a full-body massage certification in 2022
Since beginning her yoga journey in India in 2017, Juliana has immersed herself in teachings and studying across Bali, Austin, and Colombia. With over 500 hours of training, she’s hosted herbal workshops, mushroom retreats, and delved into the sacred wisdom of cacao. Along the way, Juliana also trained in Spanish to better connect with diverse communities. Grateful for every step of this transformative journey.
Details of this retreat
Aura Haven Renewal Retreat will be hosted in San Rafael, just 2 hours from MDE Airport. You will be immersed in nature and surrounded by all that your heart and soul needs – breathtaking views, delicious food, kind humans, pilates & yoga, and many more nourishing experiences.
We want to provide a laid-back, welcoming atmosphere, with organized activities and experiences that you decide on taking part in.
Located just alongside a beautiful hiking trail, the retreat will be hosted right in the heart of nature. Surrounded by lush greenery and the peaceful Colombian countryside, it offers the perfect setting for guests reconnecting with themselves and the world around them.
We are located 20 minutes from the town center in moto transport. The natural environment here is perfect for mindfulness practices and your wellness journey. Above all, we want you to unwind, relax, and take this time for YOU.
All our retreats are conducted in English, however we can accommodate Spanish-speakers.
We want to provide a laid-back, welcoming atmosphere, with organized activities and experiences that you decide on taking part in.
Located just alongside a beautiful hiking trail, the retreat will be hosted right in the heart of nature. Surrounded by lush greenery and the peaceful Colombian countryside, it offers the perfect setting for guests reconnecting with themselves and the world around them.
We are located 20 minutes from the town center in moto transport. The natural environment here is perfect for mindfulness practices and your wellness journey. Above all, we want you to unwind, relax, and take this time for YOU.
All our retreats are conducted in English, however we can accommodate Spanish-speakers.
Schedule
PLEASE NOTE: the sun sets around 6pm in San Rafael, we recommend arriving before 3pm on January 12th (Monday) or the day before (you can explore the village of San Rafael on Sunday before joining us the next day). Our beautiful haven is located in a more remote nature setting best accessible in daylight.
Please let us know if your flight lands after 3pm on Monday January 12th
The schedule may vary - we adjust the program several weeks prior to the retreat based on participants' preferences
Day 1 (Monday) All Day (preferably arrivals before 5 PM)
10:00 am - 2:00 pm Arrival and settle in
6:30 pm Dinner
7:00 pm First meeting, yoga flow and introduction
Day 2 (Tuesday)
8:00 am Sunrise Pilates + intention setting and meditation
9:45 am Breakfast
11:00 am Waterfall hike
1:00 pm Lunch
5:00 pm Sunset yoga
6:30 pm Dinner
Day 3 (Wednesday)
8:00 am Sunrise yoga + intention setting and meditation
9:30 am Breakfast
1:00 pm Lunch
2:00 pm Cacao plantation excursion and workshop
5:00 pm Dinner
6:00 pm Cacao ceremony
Day 4 (Thursday)
8:00 am Sunrise Pilates + intention setting and meditation
9:30 am Breakfast
11:30 am Cooking class
1:30 pm Free time (activities to choose from: private yoga/pilates with prior sign-up, horseback riding, hikes)
5:00 pm Sunset yoga
6:30 pm Dinner
Day 5 (Friday)
8:00 am Sunrise yoga + intention setting and meditation
9:30 am Breakfast
11:00 am Herb workshop
1:00 pm Lunch
5:00 pm Sunset pilates
6:30 pm Dinner
Day 6 (Saturday)
8:00 am Sunrise Pilates + intention setting and meditation
9:30 am Breakfast
11:30 pm Free time (activities to choose from: private yoga/pilates with prior sign-up, horseback riding, hikes)
1:00 pm Lunch
5:00 pm Sunset yoga
6:30 pm Dinner
Day 7 (Sunday)
8:00 am Sunrise yoga + intention setting and meditation
9:30 am Breakfast
12:00 Departure
Activity descriptions
CACAO MAKING AND CEREMONY: Learn how Cacao is cultivated and harvested, and participate in a cacao-making ritual.
COOKING CLASS: Learn to make a typical Colombian meal for your lunch.
HERB WORKSHOP: Create beautiful and functional herb burning wands that resonate with your unique energy and intentions. Learn about the significance and symbolism of various herbs and their mystical properties.
Additional experiences (optional activities, based on group decision) - some additionally charged
COFFEE-MAKING WORKSHOP: Hike to our own coffee farm and learn about coffee from growth and cultivation, through bean collection and roasting.
SAN RAFAEL COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE: Meet the community through eyes of San Rafael’s elementary school, this is a “giving” experience - it will involve spending time with children, offering them something from us as a group e.g., planting trees, painting, cooking – if you feel you’d like to share your special skill please let us know! (Additional charge, if you’re interested, please let us know by May 15th, 2025)
ORGANIZE A BIRD WATCHING EXPERIENCE: Join our local bird expert who will guide you through a unique bird watching experience. (Additional charge)
RIVER-TUBING: Drift along the calm, cool waters of a scenic river, surrounded by nature's beauty, as you float leisurely downstream in a comfortable inflatable tube. (Additional charge: 10.000 COP for tube alone; 90.000 COP for 3 hour long guided experience)
HORSE-BACK RIDING: Enjoy a relaxing and scenic ride through picturesque trails, alongside serene landscapes. (Additional charge: 100.000 COP)
RENTING BIKES: 40.000 COP a day
Please let us know if your flight lands after 3pm on Monday January 12th
The schedule may vary - we adjust the program several weeks prior to the retreat based on participants' preferences
Day 1 (Monday) All Day (preferably arrivals before 5 PM)
10:00 am - 2:00 pm Arrival and settle in
6:30 pm Dinner
7:00 pm First meeting, yoga flow and introduction
Day 2 (Tuesday)
8:00 am Sunrise Pilates + intention setting and meditation
9:45 am Breakfast
11:00 am Waterfall hike
1:00 pm Lunch
5:00 pm Sunset yoga
6:30 pm Dinner
Day 3 (Wednesday)
8:00 am Sunrise yoga + intention setting and meditation
9:30 am Breakfast
1:00 pm Lunch
2:00 pm Cacao plantation excursion and workshop
5:00 pm Dinner
6:00 pm Cacao ceremony
Day 4 (Thursday)
8:00 am Sunrise Pilates + intention setting and meditation
9:30 am Breakfast
11:30 am Cooking class
1:30 pm Free time (activities to choose from: private yoga/pilates with prior sign-up, horseback riding, hikes)
5:00 pm Sunset yoga
6:30 pm Dinner
Day 5 (Friday)
8:00 am Sunrise yoga + intention setting and meditation
9:30 am Breakfast
11:00 am Herb workshop
1:00 pm Lunch
5:00 pm Sunset pilates
6:30 pm Dinner
Day 6 (Saturday)
8:00 am Sunrise Pilates + intention setting and meditation
9:30 am Breakfast
11:30 pm Free time (activities to choose from: private yoga/pilates with prior sign-up, horseback riding, hikes)
1:00 pm Lunch
5:00 pm Sunset yoga
6:30 pm Dinner
Day 7 (Sunday)
8:00 am Sunrise yoga + intention setting and meditation
9:30 am Breakfast
12:00 Departure
Activity descriptions
CACAO MAKING AND CEREMONY: Learn how Cacao is cultivated and harvested, and participate in a cacao-making ritual.
COOKING CLASS: Learn to make a typical Colombian meal for your lunch.
HERB WORKSHOP: Create beautiful and functional herb burning wands that resonate with your unique energy and intentions. Learn about the significance and symbolism of various herbs and their mystical properties.
Additional experiences (optional activities, based on group decision) - some additionally charged
COFFEE-MAKING WORKSHOP: Hike to our own coffee farm and learn about coffee from growth and cultivation, through bean collection and roasting.
SAN RAFAEL COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE: Meet the community through eyes of San Rafael’s elementary school, this is a “giving” experience - it will involve spending time with children, offering them something from us as a group e.g., planting trees, painting, cooking – if you feel you’d like to share your special skill please let us know! (Additional charge, if you’re interested, please let us know by May 15th, 2025)
ORGANIZE A BIRD WATCHING EXPERIENCE: Join our local bird expert who will guide you through a unique bird watching experience. (Additional charge)
RIVER-TUBING: Drift along the calm, cool waters of a scenic river, surrounded by nature's beauty, as you float leisurely downstream in a comfortable inflatable tube. (Additional charge: 10.000 COP for tube alone; 90.000 COP for 3 hour long guided experience)
HORSE-BACK RIDING: Enjoy a relaxing and scenic ride through picturesque trails, alongside serene landscapes. (Additional charge: 100.000 COP)
RENTING BIKES: 40.000 COP a day
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Aura Haven Retreats, San Rafael, Antioquia, Colombia
Directions
San Rafael is located 2 hours from Medellin Airport, then Aura Haven retreat location is 20 minutes from San Rafael town center in moto transport.
The easiest way to get from the airport is by car. We can arrange a private transfer or pair participants whose flights are on the same day together in one vehicle. The cost of a one-way transfer is USD 100 (per car).
The easiest way to get from the airport is by car. We can arrange a private transfer or pair participants whose flights are on the same day together in one vehicle. The cost of a one-way transfer is USD 100 (per car).
Accommodation
All packages are all-inclusive, pricing differs based on chosen accommodation. You will be living in a beautiful house, fitting up to 8 people. There are shared 2 bathrooms and 3 rooms which can either be shared or changed to single-occupancy. Available rooms: - Standard Double Room (2-people shared bathroom) - Triple shared room/loft-style accommodation (3-people shared bathroom)
Standard Double Room (2-people shared bathroom)
Triple Room/Loft-style Shared Accommodation (3-people shared bathroom)
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
Aura Haven, Pilates & Yoga Renewal, is located 20 minutes from the town center in moto transport. The natural environment here is perfect for mindfulness practices and your wellness journey. Above all, we want you to unwind, relax, and take this time for YOU.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
During the retreat, all meals are thoughtfully crafted to nourish both body and mind.
Breakfast at the Retreat
● Each morning, we begin the day with a nourishing breakfast designed to awaken the sense
What's Included
- 6 nights accommodation
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Water, tea, coffee, fruit and snacks served throughout the day
- Daily yoga and pilates classes
- Meditation
- Journaling
- Group excursions/activities
- Chocolate making and ceremony
- Herb workshop
- Full moon ceremony and celebration
- Unforgettable experience and friendships!
What's Not Included
- Flights costs
- Airport transfers (organized transfer options available on request)
- Travel insurance
- Additional treatments
- Additional activities not included in the itinerary
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