Soulpower Rising:
Lake Atitlán, Guatemala
Soulpower Rising:
Dance of the Ancient Mothers
April 10-17, 2027
A transformational, 7 night somatic immersion along the jade-colored shores of beautiful Lake Atitlán.
We awaken an ancient wisdom deep within the essence of our body, heart and soul.
This week is an invitation to strengthen our intuitive knowing through the joy of movement, rhythm, and dance, our voice and song, and the powerful grace of sacred ritual and ceremony.
We resonate and rise.
We explore and embody the matriarchal and Mayan archetypes:
the Serpent and the Moon
the Midwife,
the Warrior,
and the Sun.
This is the Dance of the Ancient Mothers.
The Ancient Mothers are not just stories to inspire us. They live within us as daughters, sisters, lovers, mothers, matriarchs, healers, creators, protectors, and wisdom keepers.
We honor and reclaim each one.
Cradled by the natural beauty of the land, the rich history and living culture of the vibrant Mayan people, we merge with the vibrational rhythm that pulses through these sacred waters and mountains.
With a joyful, willing heart
and the power of our life force energy,
we embody our deeper knowing.
Lake Atitlán is a beautiful, crystal lake born over 84,000 years ago from a volcanic eruption.
Underneath are the submerged ruins of a 2,000-year-old Mayan city.
We dive into the timelessness.
Held within the living magic of an ancient calendar system,
and by the dynamic presence of three sacred volcanoes:
Volcán Atitlán, Volcán Tolimán, and Volcán San Pedro.
We stay at the beautiful Villa Sumaya.
A stunning retreat center,
built and tended with utmost integrity
and loving care for over 25 years.
Breathe in these incredible views,
be nourished by the land and people,
and sink into spaciousness.
Explore. Discover. Receive.
The beauty and spirit of Guatemala are woven through the vibrant colors, rich artistry, and living traditions of Mayan culture.
To immerse in it
is to awaken something new,
yet something deeply familiar.
Ceremony and Ritual:
The sacred gifts of communing with cacao, blue lotus, shamanic sound and traditional Mayan Fire Ceremony with a Mayan Shaman.
Energy
Transmissions:
Energetic attunement and connection to our life force energy through activations, breathwork & meditations.
Movement, Dance, & Song Circle:
Playfulness, freedom, and creative expression in a safe and supportive container.
Why This Retreat?
Why Now?
We are in a time of immense, unpredictable, and ungrounding change.
We are continually processing uncertainty,
loss, grief, division, and the relentless pace of our lives.
And yet, here we are.
Steadfastly tending,
creating safety and stability,
and showing up for all we hold dear.
This retreat is meant for the women warriors.
Those who feel the call to soften
and strengthen at the same time.
Those who have courage in the midst of the unknown
and want to feel safe enough to
let go and trust.
This retreat is an opportunity to deepen intuition,
strengthen self awareness,
and experience the support of
a community of authentic women.
To uplift each other.
And see in each other,
the mirror of our own essence.
In this retreat we open the pathways to the Ancient Mothers
through our bodies as instruments,
our hearts as loving presence,
and our spirit as alchemists.
We move, we dance, we sing, we circle,
as pathways to ourselves.
We remember we are sacred beings.
Tuning in to energy and aliveness
beyond what is visible.
And there is always more within us waiting to emerge.
We reclaim what has been neglected.
Nourish what longs to grow.
Return to ourselves
more inspired, more whole,
and more connected
to everything around us.
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8 days/7 nights at stunning Villa Sumaya Resort in a single/private or double occupancy room. All rooms are beautifully decorated with patios and stunning views!
Delicious, organic, seasonal vegetarian meals daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. All dietary needs accommodated.
Somatic Sanctuary immersions throughout the week exploring Ancient Mother Archetypes through Movement and Dance, Voice and Song Circles
Energy immersion sessions: Light Body Activations
Supportive Meditations and Modalities (daily) including:
Morning intentions/mini-meditations, breathwork, grounding and Evening integration sessions.
Four Sacred Ceremonies:
-Cacao Ceremony
-Blue Lotus Ceremony
-Shamanic Sound Ceremony
-Traditional Mayan Fire Ceremony with Shaman.Soulful circle and authentic sisterhood connection in a safe and sacred container.
Ample, daily, free time for rest, reflection and nature immersion.
Amenities: Onsite there are trails, pool, hot tubs, wifi access, 24hr coffee/tea, apothecary, staff support, gift shop
One completely open day for integration and exploring neighboring villages (if desired), or to add in other wellness services.
Pre-Retreat Intention Setting and Energetic Preparation Online
Post Retreat Follow-Up and Integration Session Online
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Air travel and transportation to and from Villa Sumaya including boat ride (clear directions and transport suggestions will be provided).
Meal or Snack add-ons (ie. cacao treats, protein, shakes)
Apothecary or gift shop purchases
Optional treatments and services add-ons by Villa Sumaya staff (ie. massage offerings, tarot, astrology readings, Mayan birthday readings, and more )
Staff tip at the end of the week (suggested scale of $66-$88 total)
Cost for any excursions you may take on your open day. (ie. Boat fee travel to different villages around the lake, volcano hikes or waterfall hike)
Extra amenities at Villa Sumaya such as paddleboard rental and sauna rental.
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Those seeking adventure, or a pilgrimage to a sacred site, or deep connection to nature.
Those ready to be moved by the wisdom, culture and raw energy of ancient Mayan lands.
Those curious to explore matriarchal and Mayan archetypes and how they deepen or awaken personal truths and growth.
Those ready and willing to play with creative, expressive and embodied arts as a conduit to wholeness, freedom, joy and connection.
Those wanting to strengthen their energetic receptivity, spiritual relationship and understanding of Kundalini and Light Body energies, especially while on these powerful lands.
Those who are looking for a deep reset and to be nourished and resourced with peace, slowness and presence.
Those longing for community, connection, and a sacred, ceremonial container among like-hearted, supportive women.
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8am Morning invocation and mini meditation
8:30-9:30am Breakfast
9:30-11am Free Time
11am-12:45pm The Dance of the Serpent and Moon
1pm-2pm Lunch
2pm-3:30pm Free Time
3:30pm-5:30pm Light Body Activation
4:15pm-6:30pm Free Time
6:30pm-7:30pm Dinner
7:45pm Evening integration circle
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Fly in and out of Guatemala City (GUA).
Shuttle (shared) or private transport from airport to Panajachel at Lake Atitlan. (3-5 hrs. depending on traffic)
Short boat ride from Panajachel boat dock to Santa Cruz where Villa Sumaya is located.
Arrival to Villa Sumaya at 3pm, Saturday, April 10th.
Consider visiting beautiful Antigua before or after the retreat, or the ancient Mayan city of Tikal.
Shuttle rides shared vary between $30-$50, private $80-$160. Boat rides are $3.
Early arrivals or late stays at Villa Sumaya are not available due to retreats scheduled immediately before and after.
Currency is in Quetzales
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Cancellation policy based on full payment made:
1) Cancellations made prior to February 13, 2027 (greater than 8 weeks before the retreat) will receive a 50% refund of funds excluding the non-refundable deposit.2) Cancellations made between February 14, 2027 and February 27, 2027 (6-8 weeks before the retreat) will receive a 25% refund of funds excluding the non-refundable deposit.
3) Cancellations made after February 27, 2027 (less than 6 weeks before the retreat) are non-refundable.
4) Any non-refunded portions retained by the host are non-transferable.
5) Refunds may take up to 2-3 weeks to process and complete.
RETREAT COST:
$3195 per person
*Shared/Double occupancy
$3795 per person
Private/Single occupancy
EARLY BIRD:
Register before 7/15/26 and receive a $200 discount
DEPOSIT:
$300 deposit (non-refundable) at registration secures your space
*Double occupancy rate is valid when room is filled. Otherwise single occupancy rate will apply.
What People Are Saying
“Thank you for creating such a beautiful space for me and the other sweet women on the retreat. We truly wove the mystical together in a beautiful web of personalities, divine channeling, community, artistic expression and embodiment. I am so grateful for my time with each of you and the other participants. It is hard to put into words how I felt leaving the retreat - I felt like I was rolling on beauty, inspiration, divine creativity, and the awareness of being held by the divine feminine in every cell in my body. Thank you!”
“I loved everything about this retreat! Thank you so much for such an amazing experience! I’m so grateful to have been a part of such a lovely group of women. So many magical moments and healing and friendships. Thank you for facilitating this awesome experience for everyone. Such a loving and accepting and safe environment for everyone, it was just incredible. You guys did a fabulous job and I really appreciate it. Thank you!”
For more testimonials click here.
About Misa…
The desire to connect heart, body, and soul has guided my path for many years, but the inspiration behind this work has always been the people I have the privilege to share it with.
Together, transformation becomes more possible.
For the past 11 years, I have facilitated dance, movement, and spiritual embodiment practices in community to offer experiences that invite greater authenticity, deeper somatic access to self-healing, and profound freedom through creative expression.
This marks my third retreat offering and I humbly approach it with deep gratitude and reverence for everyone and everything that has guided, supported or participated on this path of discovery and growth.
As a student of the Mayan and Dreamspell calendars, the opportunity to gather in the sacred lands of Guatemala and explore these teachings through movement, ritual, and community feels especially meaningful. I visited this land just this year, and it profoundly changed my life.
I believe there is something there for you, too.
Thank you for your trust and your willingness to explore the call to this journey. I would be so honored to share it with you.
With love,
Misa
PS. For further info about me and my background, visit here.
