Atha
Yoga
retreat
Atha अथ
commonly translates from Sanskrit to here or now.
It signifies the auspicious call to action to
explore the power
of the
present moment.
The details
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Perched along the scenic banks of the Macal River in San Ignacio, Belize, Sweet Songs Jungle Lodge invites you to experience the magic of the rainforest in authentic treehouse accommodations. Surrounded by lush tropical forest, our Belize eco-lodge is a haven for nature lovers, featuring an infinity pool with breathtaking jungle views and unparalleled opportunities for bird and wildlife watching.
Just steps from your stay, a private beach offers complimentary tubes and kayaks for peaceful river excursions, while evening bonfires set the stage for unforgettable nights under the stars. Next door, the renowned Belize Botanic Garden, owned by Judy duPlooy, showcases the region’s extraordinary biodiversity.
Savor fresh, locally inspired cuisine at The Treehouse Bar, where farm-to-table meals and handcrafted drinks are served alongside sweeping treetop views. Take part in tortilla making on an authentic fugon, and enjoy warm hospitality from our dedicated staff and expert guides. Sweet Songs Jungle Lodge offers a Caribbean experience unlike any other.
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We arrive Friday January 8, 2027 to spend 5 days + 4 nights immersed in practice, nature, culture + community before we depart on Tuesday January 12, 2027.
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Daily meditation + asana practices rooted in yoga philosophy
Space to unplug + reflect through the lens of self-inquiry
Three chef-prepared meals per day + afternoon snacks
Excursion to Xunantunich + canoeing to explore San Ignacio Market
Unstructured free time to relax, hike, swim + mingle
Roundtrip shuttle transportation to and from Belize City International Airport
Yoga mats, blocks, straps + blankets on site
Meet Jenn
Jenn Swaine (eRYT500) has taught thousands of hours of yoga over the past eight and a half years. She practices and teaches with an emphasis on celebrating curiosity and inquiry as beautiful tenants of the deep, rich roots of yoga. Her practice in the seat of a teacher has encompassed a large span of teaching mediums over the years including studio ownership, community collaborations, long-term private clients, group classes through branded studios, gyms + corporate settings, teacher trainings and mentorships.
Jenn began her practice through the lens of Baptiste Yoga in Baltimore, Maryland. Since then she has continued to learn under a variety of schools of thought including but not limited to Katonah Yoga and Awakening Yoga with teachers including Dani Reidy, Ciara Desmond, Mary Dana Abbott, Abbie Galvin, Patrick Beach, Carling Harps, Ally Bogard, Bec Isaacs and Rose Baudin.
Retreat
Packages
50% deposit is due at the time of booking with the remainder due 30 days prior to the retreat.
Shared room $2,405 (per person)
Private room $3,155
CASITAS
Shared room $2,780 (per person)
Private room $3,900
TREEHOUSES
book your spot
To reserve your spot please contact Michelle Hopkins:
877-927-6466
SAMPLE daily itineraries
*subject to change
6:30AM breakfast
9AM 90-minute vinyasa practice
-mid-morning free time-
12PM lunch
2PM workshop
-midday free time-
6:30PM dinner
8PM 60-minute restorative yoga
6AM 30-minute breath work meditation
6:45AM breakfast
8AM excursion
12PM lunch
-midday free time-
4PM 90-minute vinyasa practice
6:30PM dinner
8PM 30-minute yoga nidra
6:30AM breakfast
-morning free time-
8AM market excursion
-midday free time-
4PM 75-minute yin-yasa
6:30PM dinner
8PM connection circle + meditation
Atha yoga anushasanam
अथ योगानुशासनम्
now the practice of yoga begins
