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INTRODUCING
The Practitioner's Wellness Retreat
A Wellness Retreat for Practitioners: Your Nervous System Reset with Marketing Clarity
These retreats are focused on helping practitioners like YOU take time away from your practice to fill your own cup and reset your nervous system and gain clarity on your marketing, so that you can continue to make an impact with the incredible healing work you do.
Hosted in the charming ancient town of Antigua Guatemala, this retreat will whisk you away to another time and place where you will feel connected and inspired.
Dear Practitioners
I am so happy that your journey brought you here and you found this retreat!
10+ YEARS EXPERIENCE IN THE HEALTH & WELLNESS INDUSTRY
Hi, I’m Shayah - Founder of Virtuwell Balance
Before Virtuwell Balance, I had a full time career in Health Information Management AND on the side I was running my health and wellness business as a Registered Holistic Nutritionist and Yoga Teacher.
I developed a preventive health program that was implemented across 6 multidisciplinary clinics. I worked 1:1 with clients, ran online group programs, designed my own recipe books, and hosted yoga retreats abroad.
I learned A LOT along the way about how to create a successful fully remote private practice - and I also learned how quickly you can get burnt out.
Not only have I personally experienced burn out, but I can often identify it in the practitioners we work with at Virtuwell Balance.
I don't only want to help practitioners grow their revenue and increase their impact through value-based design and marketing... I want to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance (and sanity!) without getting burnt out.
The Inspiration for These Retreats
After 5 years of working in the design and marketing industry with hundreds of ambitious heart-led practitioners, I've noticed a common theme... You give, give, give, without taking enough time to fill your own cup (recipe for burnout!).
When you're passionate about what you do and you love your work, it's easy to forget to take a break, slow down, and reconnect. But it's necessary, not only for you, but for the success of your practice and for your clients/patients as well.
When you feel your best you can produce your best work and create a greater impact in your community.
RETREAT DETAILS
This short but intentional retreat will have a strong focus on your personal well-being so that you leave feeling relaxed, rejuvenated, and replenished. But we'll also sprinkle in some marketing workshops so you feel grounded in your business decisions over the next quarter.
When and Where
NOVEMBER 12th - 16th, 2026 (4 days/3 nights)
Antigua is a 500 year old town and a UNESCO world heritage site. This was the capital of Guatemala until it was ruined by an earthquake in the 1700's. Over the last century, Antigua has slowly been rebuilt to resemble the original town and is now a highly sought after tourist destination in Central America.
Antigua is well known for it's international culinary experience, beautiful landscape surrounded by volcanos, colonial style buildings, and cobblestone streets. You'll feel like you're in a small European town!
*Fly to GUA (Guatemala city airport), Antigua is a 45 minute drive depending on traffic when you arrive. We will arrange your pickup.
Activities and Workshops
Yoga, meditation, and Pilates (for all levels).
My signature workshop series The Practice Growth Method taught over three focused sessions, will guide you through a more intentional way of growing your practice (supporting both your business and your life) with a focus on capacity, relationships, and clarity.
Spa day pass at Casa Santa Domingo to completely relax in their day beds, swim in the heated outdoor salt water pool, use the sauna, jacuzzi cave, and walk their beautiful grounds or explore their museum.
Cultural walking tour to Antigua's central park, Mayan markets, and a short hike to the Hill of the Cross to see the best views of town and the volcanos.
Private group cooking class with 5 Guatemalan recipes including pepian, tortillas, rellenitos (my fave!) plus unlimited wine while we're cooking (which is optional).
Water Color Painting workshop to tap into your creativity as a visionary outside of your practice. Supplies provided, take home your creation.
And of course plenty of time to relax and connect with other like-minded practitioners.
Meals and Drinks
All meals and drinks are included.
Light, healthy breakfast buffet every morning is provided by Wild Daughter in our casa.
Lunch and dinner restaurants are to be announced, with a mix of nourishing Latin American, Mediterranean, French, and Italian.
We can accommodate for vegan, dairy free, gluten free. Please let us know if you have any other special dietary needs/allergies.
Our Casa
Step past the traditional timber and iron door welcoming you from the cobblestone street and discover the quiet, calm and warmth of our private residence.
Rustic yet elegant architecture and charming decor create a deep sense of tranquility and seclusion. Our casa features an inviting interior garden courtyard with a pool, a rooftop terrace with volcano views, 4 private master suites and 3 shared rooms.
Join Us On This Well Deserved Retreat
The healing work you do is a gift to the world, give back to yourself!
Early bird pricing is $2,800 USD per person (accommodation, all meals, activities, spa treatment, and transportation within country is included. Flights not included) until July 31st.
After July 31st: $3,400 per person.
Come with a friend, share a room and save $400 each ($4,800 for 2 people). Non-refundable deposit to hold your spot is $500 USD.
Interested in attending? Add your name to our waitlist below :)