Unity Breathwork Retreat: Breathe Your Way to Maximum Transformation in Sayulita, Mexico
Welcome to a Wellness Retreat that flips the script! Unlike typical retreat programs with overly hectic agendas that leave you depleted, and are filled with activities that only scratch the surface of your transformation, we’ve trimmed the fat and are really maximizing our time together.
At our retreat, each day will begin with a delicious buffet breakfast, followed by a transformative workshop dedicated to personal growth, healing, and unlocking your full potential.
After this, you’ll take part in an intention-setting ceremony before embarking on a full-length Conscious Connected Breathwork journey. Following the session, there will be time for journaling and personal reflection, then an intimate sharing and integration circle. We’ll end our days together with a catered dinner in community.
You’ll also have the option to enjoy a rejuvenating sound healing session and two yoga classes. Beyond that, the rest of your time is yours to embrace and make your own!
Our breathwork retreat is meticulously designed to facilitate breakthroughs and foster enduring positive transformations, on your own terms. You’ll be held in spaciousness—with time to recharge, integrate what arises, and connect with the ocean. We encourage you to listen to your inner wisdom and shape your days based on what your soul craves.
Many of our participants have shared that a single Breathwork journey with us was more transformative than years of other therapeutic modalities. Now, imagine the profound healing and transformation a full week of Connected Breathwork can bring. The Unity Breathwork Retreat is your opportunity to connect deeply with the wisdom of your body and the magic of the breath as you embark on a truly transformative inner and outer journey.
Ready to shed what’s no longer serving you, upgrade your subconscious programming, process tension and trauma, and initiate a significant, positive transformation in both your inner and outer worlds?
Sometimes the universe lines everything up in your life and that was how I met Megan and participated in her breathworks retreat. My exposure to breathworks was very limited but the few times I did it, the experience was very profound but having the opportunity to do this for a week, with daily structure and guidance opened up old wounds, allowed me to see them, feel them and heal from them. I left the retreat with a Bliss I have not felt in a long time.
I can’t thank Megan enough for finding her gifts and sharing them! – Robin
The Benefits of Our Breathwork Retreat & What to Expect
Experience something amazing that may radically change your forever.
Dive into 7 workshops and 6 full-length Breathwork Journeys led by several powerful souls, each bringing their own unique gifts, specialties, and magic to elevate your sessions.
Break through barriers to change, let go of what no longer serves you, and ignite unconditional self-love with your breath.
Stop looking outside of yourself for growth, affirmation, or healing, and discover that everything you need is already within you.
Dive deep into your own wisdom, energy, and beauty and unleash the incredible power that resides within.
Rejuvenate yourself with a sunny winter escape in one of the most beautiful and welcoming places in the world.
Join a community of like-minded souls, where love and support will nourish your spirit and empower you to step confidently into your fullest potential.
If you are an independent spirit who relishes the notion of freedom, flexibility, luxury, and personal time seamlessly interwoven into a life-changing retreat, then our Breathwork retreat could be tailor-made for you. And we’d love to have you join us on what could potentially become one of the most remarkable, memorable, and transformational experiences you’ll ever have.
Megan is a true gem! Her breathwork sessions, retreats and facilitator training is on another level. Experienced a life changing week, exploring with absolute strangers who became dear friends. Definitely do it!
– Kikky
What’s Included in the Sayulita Breathwork Retreat
8 nights accommodation at a stunning sea view wellness hotel featuring modern amenities, and just accross the street from the beach
6 full-length group Breathwork Journeys, facilitated by several powerful practitioners—each bringing their own unique style and magic to elevate your experience
7 themed workshops focused on exploring different layers of trauma, personal growth, and transformation
Reiki and supportive touch offered during Breathwork sessions to aid energetic and emotional shifts
2 yoga classes to support body awareness and relaxation
A refreshing sound bath for deep relaxation and healing
Daily sharing, grounding, and integration circles to connect and process together
Intention-setting ceremonies before each Breathwork journey
Journaling and free writing sessions to help process and integrate your Breathwork experiences
Midweek vacation day for rest and rejuvenation
Unity Breathwork Retreat Testimonial
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Rating: 5 out of 5.
I was not familiar with breathwork before this experience but this retreat was incredible for me and helped me to heal traumas. I feel lighter and have a lot of gratitude. I loved the energy of the group, the kindness, security, love, open minds, workshop… and Asha (Megan’s adorable dog/co-facilitator) 🙂 Thank you, I really loved it!
Nestled between the Pacific waves and the vibrant streets of Sayulita, this sanctuary is where wanderlust meets belonging. Just steps from the beach, in one of Mexico’s most colorful and welcoming surf and yogi towns, this art- and karma-inspired wellness hotel invites you to slow down, reconnect, and begin anew with each golden sunrise.
The space features an infinity pool, a yoga shala, lush lounge areas, hammocks, and comfortable, fully equipped apartments. Between workshops, unwind by the seaview pool, swim in the warm ocean, watch the sunset, or explore Sayulita’s charming streets, cafés, and beaches.
Imagine waking up to the sea breeze and relaxing on your sea view balcony. This tranquil retreat offers premium amenities, including ensuite bathrooms, AC, Wi-Fi, a yoga shala, hammocks, private and shared kitchens, and a sun-soaked terrace. It’s a perfect blend of deep inner work and genuine indulgence—transformative yet restful, inspiring yet grounded.
Pricing & Accommodation Packages
We offer a variety of accommodations to suit every preference and budget, from shared dorms to luxury private suites with ocean views. All rooms feature ensuite bathrooms, while the luxury suites also include private terraces, soaking tubs under the stars, and fully equipped kitchens. There are 2 shared kitchen spaces for all retreat participants and plenty of outdoor lounges for relaxing, sharing meals, and grounding.
Pricing for our 9-day retreat starts at just $1,650.
Even though I had never done connected Breathwork before, I really loved and enjoyed the whole experience! The releases and breakthroughs have been very HUGE! Both my husband and I feel lighter, and I am now a huge fan of Breathwork! I’m so happy I decided to come with my husband to this retreat but am sad it’s over.
– Michelle
About Conscious Connected Breathwork
Conscious, connected breathwork is a specific breathing technique that we use to connect with our highest, truest, wisest, and kindest selves. It can be confusing, as this practice goes by different names. But if you’ve tried Holotropic Breathwork, Rebirthing, or any practice where you lie down, close your eyes, and breathe continuously without a pause between inhales and exhales to access altered states, then you’ve already experienced Connected Breathwork.
We use it to shine a light on those parts of us which may be hidden or that we may have forgotten. This is an easy-to-do Breathwork that acts on many different levels – physical, mental, emotional, energetic, and spiritual. It may help clear the things that are holding you back and allow you to get out of your own way.
According to the International Breathwork Foundation “Conscious Connected Breathwork allows deep awareness of self and our connection with self, others, and nature to develop, providing the groundwork for profound personal development”.
In the technique that we teach, the breather opens their mouth and connects their inhales to their exhales without any pauses. This temporarily changes brainwaves and the chemistry of the body in a way that allows you to bypass the conscious mind and connect to subconscious thoughts, beliefs, and emotions (which dictate most of our lives). Due to this and other psychotherapeutic effects, it can bring up profound emotions, help with past issues, or produce feelings of euphoria, and lead to a myriad of possible benefits.
Unity Breathwork Retreat Testimonial
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Rating: 5 out of 5.
Going on this retreat has been the most amazing experience of my life so far. I never imagined that strangers on day 1 would become family by day 7. I have never met a group of more inspiring people in my life. 10/10. Would definitely recommend! ❤️🙏
-Mike
Benefits of Connected Breathwork
A range of mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical transformations
Reduced stress and anxiety
Increased self-love and self-worth
Improved sleep
Enhanced creativity
Increased energy levels and athletic performance
The somatic release of stuck emotions and memories
The ability to recognize and let go of self-sabotaging behaviors and coping mechanisms
Nervous system regulation
A reconnection to your inner wisdom and the messages that come from your body
I will admit, I was a little apprehensive at first having never done breathwork before or anything like this! But within the first 30 minutes of the retreat, I already felt completely welcomed and included, and comfortable. I loved Megans facilitating! I also loved her 3 angel helpers (trainees) and co-facilitator dog Asha, they were all very supportive throughout the week! I would recommend this retreat to anyone! – Ed
About Your Breathwork Retreat Hosts & Facilitator’s
Retreat Host: Unity Breathwork Founder, Megan
Megan Breathwork Facilitator Teacher RYT CCHt Nutritionist Professional wellness writer
Megan is a highly experienced breathwork facilitator and facilitator trainer with 8 years of expertise in the field. She holds multiple certifications, including yoga instructor, Reiki practitioner, holistic nutritionist, and clinical hypnotherapist. However, her true passion and life’s purpose lie in facilitating breathwork and training others to become skilled, attuned facilitators through her comprehensivetrauma-informed group breathwork trainings.
In addition to her work in breathwork, Megan is a former professional wellness writer with 15 years of experience researching and writing about mental, emotional, and physical health. This depth of knowledge enriches her breathwork offerings, as she skillfully weaves these insights into her sessions. Despite her extensive expertise, Megan is a firm believer that each person is whole, intelligent, and resourceful. She empowers her breathers to trust their inner wisdom, guiding them to lead their own healing journeys.
Although she is trained in several modalities, it was Breathwork that created the deep healing and transformation Megan had been seeking during her 15-year global healing quest. As a result, it is now her sole focus and mission in life to share the incredible healing power of Breathwork with as many people as possible.
After traveling the world for 15 years, Megan discovered the magic of Mexico and never looked back. She is overjoyed to get to share this special place with others on this upcoming retreat and to offer up her passion, knowledge, experience, and heart to all those who join. If you’d like to find out more about Megan and read her bio, you can do so here.
Retreat Support Lead & Master of Ceremony: Dave Stevenson
David brings over three decades of experience guiding profound personal and organizational transformation through the integration of ancient wisdom practices and contemporary healing and leadership development. In the 1990s, David trained in and taught the Breath of Life Ceremony—a traditional Indigenous healing ceremony that combines conscious connected breathwork within a broader system of traditional Indigenous spiritual practices. These teachings were passed on orally through direct ceremonial transmission, with David entrusted with a number of ceremonies and practices that support personal and collective wellness. His extensive training includes somatic psychology with Hakomi founder Ron Kurtz, year-long Soul Craft immersion with Bill Plotkin at Animas Valley Institute, and ongoing ceremonial leadership guided by Indigenous Elders.
David’s facilitation approach weaves together deep personal transformation work with extraordinary real-world leadership experience. As CEO of the Moose Hide Campaign, he led Canada’s most recognized Indigenous initiative for reconciliation and ending violence, stewarding daybreak and fasting ceremonies for hundreds of thousands of Canadians. He served as CEO of a British Columbia Government Crown Corporation and was the longest-serving chair of the Royal Roads University School of Leadership Studies Advisory Committee. He is one of the original stewards of the Art of Hosting Meaningful Conversations community, which has grown from 50 practitioners to several thousand globally.
David has led personal development workshops internationally, including Warrior of the Heart Training for Men in Canada and Australia and six-month OSHO Somatic Rebalancing programs combining meditation and somatic integration in Canada and Costa Rica.
Currently pursuing a Masters in Transpersonal Psychology and certified as an executive life coach through Martha Beck training, David’s passion for breathwork was reawakened in 2024 when—burnt out from years of organizational leadership positions—he decided to go to Sayulita to take a break and to envision a new direction for his life. Just before leaving, spirit drew him into joining Megan’s week-long Conscious Connected Breathwork retreat. David was transformed by Megan’s magical approach and the amazing power of breath—his deep passion for breathwork was reawakened and a deep vision to help bring breathwork and healing journeys to a troubled world was born. Since then he has been actively studying and supporting breathwork and pursuing the vision he awoke during his breathwork journeys with Unity Breathwork.
Sound Healer & Facilitator: Cari Bourquin
Cari Bourquin will lead the retreat’s transformative sound bath experience. Combining breathwork, Reiki, crystal therapy, and artistic expression, she uses breath and sound to guide you toward self-healing, calm, creativity, and compassion. Cari warmly invites you to explore the healing power within your breath and vibration during this special journey to your fullest, most vibrant self.
About Your Breathwork Facilitators for the Retreat
Throughout the week, you’ll experience 7 workshops and 6 unique and transformative breathwork journeys. On the first day, retreat host Megan will guide you through a powerful opening session. For the remaining five breathwork’s, our talented soon-to-be-graduated, trauma-informed breathwork facilitators will lead the sessions alongside Megan. Each facilitator brings a distinct perspective and a wealth of life experience, creating a rich, supportive, and deeply diverse retreat experience.
Our participants often express appreciation for the variety of facilitator styles and are consistently impressed by the high level of skill and expertise demonstrated by our facilitators. The blend of seasoned guidance and fresh, innovative approaches creates a truly magical experience for all involved. Click here for a beautiful account by one of our retreat attendees of her experience with our transformative student-led retreat.
Unity Breathwork Retreat Testimonial
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Rating: 5 out of 5.
Megan and her beautiful student teachers were the biggest breath of fresh air! I didn’t know what to expect and I’ve gone away from the retreat not only inspired to do the Facilitator training but feeling like a hundred pounds have been lifted of my shoulders. I loved Megan and all the incredible faciliator-students. The students were so advanced and true professional space holders. I can’t even tell you how inspiring it all was. My smile is bigger and more profound. Thank you! – Cari
Breathwork Retreat Logistics: Travel, Packing Tips & Practical Info
What to Bring
Bring comfortable clothes for a hot climate, and layers for the evening. Bring a swimsuit, sunscreen, an open mind, and excitement for what is bound to be a transformative and memorable week.
There are no big grocery stores nearby, and if there are any specific things you require on arrival you may want to have your taxi stop at a grocery store on the way.
What’s Not Included?
Please note, travel insurance, flights, lunch (and 2 of the dinners), and airport shuttles are not included in the pricing of this breathwork retreat.
How to Get There (flights, airport transfers, buses, trains)
Book your flight to the Puerto Vallarta (PVR) airport, and from there it is about a 55 minute drive. PVR is a major international airport, with many direct flights from Canada and the US. A taxi from inside the airport will cost about $70 USD. You can order an Uber for closer to $40 but you will need to leave the airport and meet them at a pick up point. We also have reliable, friendly, and english speaking taxi contacts who can pick you up for $40 just across the bridge, let us know if you would like their contact.
Weather Information
At mid‑November in Sayulita, the weather is warm, sunny, and pleasant—perfect for outdoor activities and beach time. Daytime temperatures often reach the low‑to‑mid‑80s°F (around 29–30°C), with nighttime lows around the high‑60s to low‑70s°F (around 20–22°C). Rainfall is low as the dry season begins, and you can expect mostly sunny days with minimal to no showers. In mid‑November, the ocean in Sayulita is typically around 82–84°F (28–29°C), making it warm and comfortable for swimming, surfing, or floating. Our hotel sits directly across from Sayulita’s most swimmable stretch of ocean, featuring a shallow, soft-sand bottom and gentle, safe waters without a strong undertow.
Visa Info
Mexico offers free 6 month tourist visas for most countries and does not require any application. Please check if this includes yours.
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With Countless Types of Wellness Retreats Available, Why Choose a Unity Breathwork Retreat?
Conscious Connected Breathwork (or breathwork for short), is a therapeutic technique that offers a profound journey of self-discovery and personal growth. This experiential modality involves deep, rapid breathing, coupled with music and bodywork, to facilitate access to non-ordinary states of consciousness. For those seeking to explore the depths of their psyche, release what is no longer serving them, and unlock their hidden potential, a breathwork retreat offers a deeply transformative experience.
Therapeutic Benefits of Breathwork & Non-Ordinary States of Consciousness
At the core of breathwork lies the exploration of non-ordinary states of consciousness. These states, often characterized by deep emotional release, life changing insights, and altered perceptions, can offer a wealth of therapeutic benefits.
Some of the key benefits include:
Emotional Healing: A Breathwork retreat can provide a safe and supportive space for individuals to process and release deep-seated emotions, such as grief, anger, or fear. By confronting and addressing these emotions, participants may experience a sense of emotional healing and liberation.
Trauma Resolution: : For those who have experienced traumatic events, breathwork offers a powerful modality for processing and healing in a controlled, therapeutic setting. By revisiting and consciously engaging with past trauma in a supportive and empowering environment, individuals can safely access and release deeply held emotions and memories. This process not only facilitates a deeper understanding of the trauma and its impact but also allows for the integration of these experiences, leading to emotional release, greater self-awareness, and the ability to reclaim personal power. Our Breathwork retreat can help you reconnect with your inner resilience, transforming pain into growth and opening the door to a renewed sense of peace and wholeness.
Personal Growth and Development: Our Breathwork retreat is designed to facilitate personal growth and development by helping individuals to explore their beliefs, values, and life purpose. Through the exploration of non-ordinary states, participants may gain new insights into themselves and their place in the world.
Enhanced Creativity: The altered states of consciousness induced by breathwork can stimulate creativity and imagination. By tapping into their unconscious minds, participants may discover new ideas, perspectives, and artistic expressions.
Spiritual Awakening: For some individuals, breathwork can lead to a profound spiritual awakening. By delving into the depths of their psyche within a supportive and safe community setting, participants in our breathwork retreats often find themselves connecting with a deeper sense of meaning and purpose.
The Unity Breathwork Retreat Experience
Our Breathwork retreat features six guided breathwork journeys, each led by a unique, trauma-informed breathwork facilitator. Before diving into the breathwork sessions, you will participate in a supportive workshop designed to help you explore different layers of healing and personal growth. This sets the stage for you to fully immerse yourself in the breathwork experience.
During the conscious connected breathwork sessions, you will engage in deep, rhythmic breathing while listening to specially curated music. Facilitators and bodyworkers will be present to offer support, guidance, Reiki (energetic healing), and bodywork techniques as needed. Understanding that integration is crucial for lasting transformation, we provide integration support after each session through journaling, grounding exercises, and sharing circles. We will then have a short break and meet for dinner on our beautiful rooftop terrace. Throughout the week, there will also be a yoga class and sacred pipe ceremony.
Given the deep and transformative nature of breathwork, we have found that offering a mid-week rest day is highly beneficial for our participants. On this day, you have the option to rejuvenate with a soothing sound bath.
Considerations When Choosing a Breathwork Retreat
While breathwork can be a deeply transformative and beneficial experience, it is important to approach it with an open mind and a willingness to explore the depths of your psyche. Choosing a reputable retreat center with experienced facilitators is essential. Before selecting a retreat, inquire whether the facilitators are certified by organizations like the Global Professional Breathwork Alliance (GPBA) or the International Breathwork Foundation (IBF). This ensures that those holding space for you are properly trained and equipped to support the profound journey that breathwork entails.
If you have any health conditions, it is advisable to consult with a healthcare professional or mental health provider before participating in a breathwork retreat to ensure it is suitable for your individual circumstances. Additionally, be sure to inform the retreat host about any health conditions prior to booking to confirm that they can provide a safe and supportive environment for you.
Embarking on a breathwork retreat can lead to a profound new level of self-awareness, emotional healing, and personal growth. This transformative journey has the potential to offer deep insights into your life, empowering you to live more authentically and fully. Our retreat participants often leave feeling visibly uplifted, lighter, and more optimistic, with a renewed sense of enthusiasm for life. We warmly invite you to join us on this incredible journey!
Unity Breathwork Retreat Testimonial, Nov 2024
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Rating: 5 out of 5.
It is a very powerful experience highly recommended. Building new friendships for life while learning a health modality that can benefit your health and daily life going forward. And the beautiful weather doesn’t hurt either :).
-Chantel
Contact Us for More Info or To Reserve Your Spot
Feeling the Call to Join Us for This Transformational Week? If your heart is leaning in or you have any questions, we’re here. Just a few spaces remain, and we’d love to welcome you.
