Join Embodyoga teacher and Shiatsu practitioner, Onatah and her husband Ridan, a native of Brazil for a healing and restoring retreat. This trip will include daily yoga posture, breathing, embodiment practice and meditation, healthy eating, beautiful beaches, and a boat tour of the amazing coast. The intention is to have a lot of space to relax, meditate, heal your body, absorb the Earth and beauty of Rio, Brazil and to also get to see some of the life in the area. We will be centered in a special beach town, Saquarema in a retreat house with a pool that is right on the beach.

We had another wonderful retreat this past January. Save the dates for this coming January to join us! Registration will be open soon.

Testimonials

“It was one of the most exceptional and unforgettable experiences of my entire life. Every day was a new adventure, beginning with Onatah’s sublimely centering yoga class, Ridan’s deliciously nourishing breakfast spread, followed by a new outdoor excursion, usually an activity in the breathtaking natural splendor of Brazil’s beaches and mountains, but also trips into some of the charming towns outside of Rio to safely experience some of Brazil’s unique cultural phenomena and flavors…

What cannot be overstated is the value of being in the care of Ridan and Onatah themselves – they are incredibly intelligent and heart-centered people who you can truly rely on. The genuine care and attentiveness that they displayed for each retreat participant and their individual needs was palpable…. so I cannot recommend highly enough – if you are feeling called to experience adventure, healing, and connection, put your trust in a retreat with Onatah and Ridan” -Ben Mielbye

“It has been three months since our trip to Brazil and we are still feeling the afterglow of our wonderful adventure with Onatah and Ridan. The beauty of the Brazilian mountains and beaches, the spectacular city of Rio, the joyfulness of the Brazilian people, and a culture vibrating with music and dance were more than enough to make this a trip to be remembered. Add to that the love and care that Onatah and Ridan poured into every moment of our trip and it became a truly transformative experience. I am so grateful to have met this gifted young teacher and her delightful husband, both of whom exude a sense of open-hearted joy in whatever they do. Our beach house felt comfortable and peaceful, and was steps away from a beautiful, open stretch of beach with very few people. The food that Ridan prepared for us was healthy and delicious, and introduced me to many fruits and flavors that were new to me. Our yoga sessions were perfect for what my body seemed to need, and helped me feel restored and healed. I would absolutely do this trip again, and highly recommend it to anyone interested in mixing a little adventure with some healing, restorative yoga.” Scott Cornelius (and my wife, Sarah Briggs)

“The time with you in Brazil was transformative and healing. Onatah and Ridan, you brought us together with such love and a sense of responsibility to us.  This was evident from the get-go with your fetching us at the airport.  You had everything figured out.  From the coolers filled with lovingly cut fruit with our own individual containers to the meal prepared upon our arrival; all the behind the scenes arranging and planning; all the details involved; your attention to process; your sensitivity to needs; your caring for and interest - all accomplished with a natural ease and flow straight and pure from the heart.” Laura Pravitz

“I can’t thank you both enough for such a wonderful retreat. Every day was fabulous, from the moment I woke up. I love what each of you brought to our time together. As well, I so appreciated how the two of you, as a couple, wrapped your arms around all of us and made it such a special experience.This retreat felt like being on vacation…with the added gift of practicing yoga daily. The small group size created a feeling of family, which I loved. The location and size of the house, gave a sense of coziness and spaciousness. I loved how we could eat meals together like a big family, and also “scatter” to the beach, our rooms, a private space when we needed more solitary time.The food was incredible! Plenty of healthy, tasty, beautifully presented meals everyday by Ridan. I felt so nourished and fully satisfied at every meal. My favorite excursion was the boat ride. It was special to see different areas and beaches, but truly, I loved our quiet beach best.Ridan was a wonderful guide, sharing places that he loves with all of us. It was very special to be a guest in his country. I loved our morning yoga classes, practicing under the covered patio area, listening to the waves and birdsong. Onatah’s teaching is so heartfelt. She shares her love for this planet, our Mother Earth, and her love for Brasil and the ocean. I would return again in a heartbeat…for 10 days next year!” Catherine Wilson