Life Dances!
Description
Spend a week immersed in dance, playful exploration, restorative movement, friendship, and plenty of laughter.
Set against the tranquil beauty of Mar de Jade, this retreat brings together movement and mindfulness in a lively, balanced experience that supports both body and spirit through a blend of activity and rest.
What to Expect:
- Joyful Dance Movement (Nia-inspired) with Martha – An uplifting and almost magical fusion of Dance Arts, Martial Arts, and Healing Arts, all carried by captivating rhythms and musical grooves.
- Essential Somatics & Yoga Integration with Roberta – Gentle movement practices created to soften tension, renew ease, and open the door to greater freedom in body and mind. (Learn more: Essential Somatics)
- Creative Improvisation & Expressive Arts – Discover new ways to move through modern dance, 5 Rhythms, and the Tamalpa Life Art Process, both individually and in community.
More than a movement experience, this retreat invites deeper connection—to yourself, to others, and to the simple joy of being alive.
Why Join Us?
This will be our third retreat at Mar de Jade, a place we cherish for its natural beauty and nourishing setting.
With more than 25 years of experience teaching Nia, yoga, Essential Somatics, and expressive movement, we are committed to offering a warm, inclusive, and playful environment where friendships grow and movement becomes a true celebration.
We simply love to move—and we love moving with you.
Schedule
Daily schedule – approximately:
- 7:00 – 8:00 AM Optional yoga class with Mar de Jade staff
- 8:00 – 9:00 AM Yoga integrations with Roberta, 3x per week
- 8:00 – 9:00 AM Breakfast
- 10:00 – 11:15 AM Nia dance with Martha
- 11:30 AM – 12:45 PM Essential Somatics with Roberta, 3x per week
- 1:30 – 2:30 PM Lunch
- 2:30 – 4:30 PM Free time for excursions, massage, or rest
- 4:30 – 6:00 PM Creative Movement Explorations, 3x per week
- 6:30 – 7:30 PM Dinner
- 7:30 PM Conversation and laughter
About the Teachers
We love this place, and you may already know us. We both began our careers as professional dancers. In 1998, we joined forces to teach Nia, and we led that work together for about 15 years. Since then, we have also studied and taught yoga, Essential Somatics, fitness, movement-based expressive arts, Continuum, 5 Rhythms-inspired movement, and much more. We simply love to move—and we love moving with you.
Retreat Rates
Garden Room
Single: $
These are guest rooms with a loft shared between 4 women. The women’s dorm is a guaranteed rate; therefore, Mar de Jade reserves the right to place roommates from different retreats together in order to fill the dorm, or to reassign participants to a guest room single or double if the dorm does not fill.
What's Included:
- 7 nights accommodation
- Selected accommodation
- 3 delicious buffet meals per day
- Coffee, tea & fruit all day
- Use of all resort facilities
- All taxes
Not Included:
- Airfare
- Retreat tuition
- Transportation to/from the airport
- Excursions & resort activities
- Resort staff gratuities
- Spa treatments
- Bar drinks
Accommodation Options
Ocean Room
Set high above the coastline, this room offers a graceful blend of comfort and classic Mexican style. Rich textiles and custom-made mahogany furniture create a warm, timeless atmosphere, while the bright, airy layout invites you to slow down and take in the view. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors open onto a private balcony, where sweeping ocean vistas become part of your daily rhythm.
Inside, the room is thoughtfully appointed for a restful stay, with a comfortable sitting area and a futon that can be converted into an extra bed when needed. Each room also includes an en-suite bathroom with natural bath amenities for a simple touch of wellness and ease.
Please note that these rooms are located on high floors and require steps to access. For larger groups, a limited number of two-bedroom Ocean View suites are available.
Teachers
Martha Randall
Roberta Mohler
Place
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Price
On request
Sat, Apr 10 – Sat, Apr 17