Women Wisdom and Wellness
7 DAYS OF MIND BODY BALANCING
yoga | health | eco-adventure
Excite your imagination
Escape with Clara Macy and Dr. Jackie Fields to a remote corner of Baja, Mexico for 7 days of women’s focused health and mind-body balancing. Rejuvenate in the privacy of 10, 000 acres of beach, mountains, luxurious accommodations and abundant nature. Experience the charm of Mexico at our authentic 100 year old luxury ranch while watching the seasonal whale migrations from your villa patio directly on the Sea of Cortez.
Days will be spent integrating the physical, emotional and spiritual elements of your yoga practice with the science of integrative medicine from Dr. Jackie Fields. We will take what we experience on the mat to an “off the mat” application relative to our current health conditions, receiving individual guidance for our optimal state health and wellbeing.
THE DETAILS:
SLEEP | 7 nights at beautiful Las Cruces Resort
YOGA | Daily asana yoga classes, meditation, breath work
EAT | 3 daily healthy, organic meals
ADVENTURE | Kayaking and Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Hiking and swimming
Whale migration
HEALTH | Nutrition, detox, hormonal balancing, skin care, gut health
DATES:
April, 2019
LOCATION:
La Paz, Baja
Cost:
$2550 Shared Room
$2950 Private Room
Deposit: $500
YOGA
leaders:
Dr. Jackie fields
A practicing physician since 1993, Jacqueline Fields is board-certified in both Family Practice and Integrative Holistic Medicine, with additional specialization in Functional Medicine. She trained during medical school with Dr. Andrew Weil and has worked extensively with tribal medicine of various cultures around the world. In her practice, she utilizes allopathic medicine as well as integrative modalities.
In 2003, Dr. Fields founded The Healing Gardens in Fort Collins, Colorado. This holistic integrative medicine center connects a diverse network of collaborating practitioners and resources to meet the health care needs of patients. Overseen by Dr. Fields, The Healing Gardens ecosystem includes the Health Center, Medicinal Store, Living Arts Center, Foundation, and the Dr. Fields’ Sacred Skin product line. Dr. Fields’ Sacred Skin skin products are based on the latest scientific research and plant medicine.
clara macy
Clara Macy eats, sleeps and drinks Ayurveda & Yoga. The life long obsession began in 1998, when she completed her 200-hour yoga certification. She then continued to study all over the world with top yogis, but uncovered something more. She learned that Ayurveda, the sister science to yoga was a huge component to proper lifestyle management, not just yoga. After many books and seminars later, she decided to apply for Ayurvedic practitioners’ program and began her life-long studies in Ayurveda through Kerala Ayurvedic Institute. Clara has taken the teachings of Ayurveda and integrated them into her yoga classes. She also offers Ayurvedic consultations and is a certified Ayurvedic Therapist.
the yoga:
The perfect blend of SUP Yoga in nature’s playground with a daily Ayurvedic yoga practice honoring circadium rhythms of the day. Mornings will be spent building our inner fire while evenings will bring us back to a relaxed mental and physical state.
Our days will also include workshops with Dr. Jackie Fields focused on unique health topics such as Women's health, optimal nutrition, detoxification protocols , optimizing hormonal health, sacred skin care, and gut health.
EXPERIENCES
The sea
Sea of Cortez
Unique marine life has created a thriving ecosystem; smaller microorganisms attract the diverse small fish, which then attract larger gamefish. Between the waters themselves and the hundreds of islands within, the Sea of Cortez and nearby lagoon Magdalena Bay are active home, birthing, and nesting sites for a large number of marine mammals, birds, and fish, some of which you can only find here. Blue Whales, Humpback Whales, California Gray Whales, Orcas, Manta Ray, and Leatherback Sea Turtles migrate annually to the area, and it’s not unlikely to spot a Vaquina Porpoise speeding alongside your boat or kayak
Kayaking and SUP
Las Cruces provides a fleet of sea kayaks and stand up paddle boards guests can take exploring. These water toys are a great way to get up close and personal with the diverse and exciting sea life.
Whale Watching
Every year between late December and mid-March thousands of gray whales make their annual migration through the Pacific Ocean. It is a spectacular event. During these months it is possible to see these magnificent creatures and experience one of the world’s most memorable wildlife adventures.
The Land
Hiking
Naturalists from around the world are attracted to the area’s sheer diversity; desert flora and fauna, mangrove estuaries, and the coastal shorelines make up the intriguing terrain. The area provides nesting sites and migratory habitat for about 210 bird species and a number of endemic species, including the world's largest cactus, blacktailed jack rabbit, ground squirrel and a variety of reptiles. Valleys covered in the thousands of desert plant varieties lead to ravines and streambeds, the site of primitive cave and gorge paintings and carvings.
The unique alluvial plains, dramatic cliffs, and waterside wonders make Azul de Cortez and the Baja peninsula a flourishing tropical ecosystem. Explore10,000 acres of private, pristine coastline, breathtaking trails, and mountain pools.
ACTIVITIES
Kayaking and SUP
Las Cruces provides a fleet of sea kayaks and stand up paddle boards guests can take exploring. These water toys are a great way to get up close and personal with the diverse and exciting sea life.
Whale Watching
Every year between late December and mid-March thousands of gray whales make their annual migration through the Pacific Ocean. It is a spectacular event. During these months it is possible to see these magnificent creatures and experience one of the world’s most memorable wildlife adventures.
Extras
Whale Shark Tour - includes boat, transport from ranch,and an awesome picnic lunch on a secret beach ($100 PP)
ACCOMMODATIONS
Historic Rancho de las Cruces is an all inclusive Baja beach resort on a natural sanctuary of more than 10,000 acres and 7 miles of private pristine coastline. This is the perfect place to get away from it all, unwind, and recharge. This secluded ranch along the Sea of Cortez has beautiful luxury accommodations and 24 hour staff to attend to every detail.
Each room is decorated in the old world Mexican colonial tradition with hand carved furnishings with king, queen or double beds. All guest rooms include bathrooms adorned with hand painted Mexican talavera tile. In the evenings a romantic wood burning fireplace can be lit upon request. These rooms are surrounded by terraces, with views of desert and tropical gardens with ocean vistas and soothing afternoon breezes. Walk out onto the poolside gazebo, sunbathe, or relax in the comfort of chaise lounges, and find true tranquility.
There are 3 tennis courts, one paddle tennis court, golf driving range with simulated play, putting green, par course which provides scientifically balanced exercise, croquet courts, horse shoes, shuffleboard, skeet shooting, sporting clays, volleyball court, table tennis, badminton, and swimming pools.
LOCAL CUISINE
Delicious cuisine
Las Cruces chefs create delicious, healthy, customized meals. The menu changes daily integrating a variety of Baja’s freshest fare. Most of the ingredients are procured right here on the property’s huerta, where vegetables and fruits are cultivated and picked daily for your enjoyment. Whatever your request may be, the kitchen staff will be happy to help satisfy the craving.
TRAVEL
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A valid passport is required for all foreign visitors to Mexico. In preparation for your trip, please read our Travel Planning Guide for important tips and information.
Our retreat to Baja begins and ends at Rancho Del Las Cruces. Life Force suggests flying into Los Cabos (SJD). The drive from the Los Cabos airport to Las Cruces is 3 hours and we will organize a shuttle to the retreat location for $75 round trip per person.
Suggested Flight Itinerary from DIA:
United Flight # 1665 February 4, 2018
Departing DIA 11:15 am
Arriving Cabo San Lucas (SJD) 2:15 pm
Returning:
United #1210 February 11, 2018
Departing Cabo San Lucas (SJD) 3:15 pm
Arriving DIA 6:15 pm
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