Beyond the Stretch Flexibility & Mobility Immersion Mexico

A Flexibility & Mobility Immersion

Held at Casa Chango in Puerto Escondido, Mexico

Instructor: Micah Walters

December 12-19, 2026

Spend a full week in paradise surrounded by new friends, ocean air, fresh local food, and plenty of opportunities to explore the joy of movement. This immersion is designed as a deep dive into Micah’s flexibility method, with an emphasis on conditioning, alignment, and building a strong foundation for deeper, more sustainable flexibility.

Because the group has seven days together, the practice will gradually intensify throughout the week. You’ll begin with sessions centered on alignment and full-body mobility, then progress into more advanced shapes and deeper stretches. Additional classes will focus on refining the details of movement, including the lines of the feet and legs, along with clean, graceful arm and hand placement. Whether you are an aerialist, pole dancer, yogi, or contortion enthusiast, this week offers an energizing experience of movement, community, and personal growth.

Two daily classes are included:

• Morning classes: arrival and settling in with deep conditioning and a gentle full-body stretch; leg flexibility with balance training, functional leg conditioning, and work toward middle splits; an introduction to backbends with a short anatomy lesson on the spine and hips, core conditioning, and fundamentals such as Cobra, Flying Cobra, Puppy Pose, and Wheel; Needle Scale with a hip anatomy lesson, deep leg and back conditioning, and stretching for backbends and front splits.
• Afternoon classes: acrobatic core conditioning broken into manageable pieces to support the stronger stretching ahead; line refinement with foot and ankle stretching plus leg strength for cleaner lines; a straight handstand lesson covering inversions, alignment, and the strength needed for straight handstand, forearm stand, and headstand; dance and choreography exploring creative ways to move in and out of flexibility tricks and transitions.

When you are not training, you can enjoy nourishing healthy meals, relax by the pool, swim in the ocean, read in hammocks, and spend time in nature. Expect a playful, supportive atmosphere where you can move, breathe, stretch, express yourself, and simply be.

Daily schedule sample: Everything is optional.

• 8-9:30 am: Coffee, tea, and breakfast
• 10am-12:30pm: Flexibility & Mobility
• 1pm: Lunch
• 1-3:30pm: Pool time, siesta, relaxing
• 3:30pm: Afternoon treat
• 4:30-6:30pm: Acrobatic Conditioning, Handstands, & Dance Choreo
• 7pm: Dinner
• 8-10pm: Evening activities

Excursions will take the group to favorite beaches for swimming, surfing, snorkeling, and releasing baby turtles into the sea. Optional evening adventures include a bioluminescent lagoon and a local night market.

Prerequisites: Students should be comfortable training splits on both sides and middle splits. The splits do not need to be flat, but you should be close. Students should also be able to push up into a full wheel, or bridge, with relative ease.

Your Teacher

Micah Walters is a movement coach specializing in flexibility, acrobatics, and handstands. He brings two decades of coaching experience across gymnastics, dance, yoga, and fitness. His method follows the principle of “Alignment first, then amplitude,” meaning corrective work and sound body mechanics come before pushing for greater range or more advanced skills. Drawing from gymnastics, ballet, and circus arts, he guides students from gentle isolated stretches into more integrated flexibility work that supports skill development. He also places strong emphasis on core stability endurance, active flexibility, and mindful muscle engagement for safer, more effective training.

Retreat Pricing (in USD):

Room	Early Bird Price	Full Price
Shared Dorm (gender mixed)	$2400	$2600
Shared Private Room (2 friends sharing a room) 1 king size bed or 2 individual beds	$2600	$2900
Private Room with Shared Bathroom	$2900	$3200
Private Room with Private Bathroom	$3200	$3500
Private Room with Private Bathroom and Air Conditioning	$3600	$3800

A $500 deposit is required to secure your spot. The early bird rate is available through Sept 12, and full tuition is due by Nov 12. Rates are listed per person. Couples must register together, and couples or partners are welcome at an additional price.

What's included:

• Ground transportation to and from Puerto Escondido Airport (PXM)
• Accommodations for the full retreat
• Daily meals, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert, and snacks
• 2 daily classes
• Aerial photoshoot
• Evening activities
• Trips to local beaches and the night market
• 24-hour access to the swimming pool, jacuzzi, and community spaces
• High-speed Starlink WiFi internet
• Evening jacuzzi soaks

ECO RETREAT CENTER

Casa Chango is an eco retreat center committed to living in harmony with nature. The property is off-grid and powered entirely by solar energy. Dry composting toilets are used, and human waste along with food scraps are transformed into soil that nourishes the plants and trees throughout the grounds. Guests are asked to arrive with respect for the natural environment and to bring natural shampoo, conditioner, and toothpaste for their stay. The buildings are designed to remain cool and comfortable, creating a welcoming setting for your retreat.

The property is animal-friendly and home to several friendly dogs and cats who stay on site and may be seen in common areas. Native insects also live in this part of Mexico, and while regular fumigation helps keep them out of rooms, open-air community spaces such as the gym, dining area, pool, and lounge may still include birds, lizards, and other wildlife. It is all part of a more connected experience in nature.

Discounts

Register early to receive the early bird discount. You can also earn a $100 referral discount for each first-time participant you refer to any upcoming Sweet Retreats program.

Cancellation Policy:

• No refunds.
• Travel insurance is required and should cover the full retreat fee in case of cancellation, along with protection for flight delays, lost luggage, medical needs, and extra travel or lodging costs.
• Cancellations made more than 60 days before the first day of the retreat may transfer 50% of tuition paid toward a future Sweet Retreat within 18 months.
• Cancellations made 30-60 days before the first day of the retreat may transfer 25% of tuition paid toward a future Sweet Retreat within 18 months.
• Cancellations within 30 days of the first day of the retreat are not eligible for credit or refund.