For specific information about Sweet Retreats safety policies around the COVID pandemic, please click here.
How do I find you on Instagram?
Click here to see our awesome photos and videos on Instagram!
What airport do I fly into? Any travel tips?
The best airport to fly into is Puerto Escondido (PXM) airport. Click here for more info about booking your travel.
Please arrive/depart on the dates specified for each retreat.
Can I fly into another airport?
Yes.
You can also fly into Hualtulco (HUX) airport. If you choose to do this, you have to pay for your own taxi or bus from HUX to our hotel. The ride is 1.5 hours and costs $75 US for taxi. The bus costs $15 and takes 2-3 hours. Click here for more details.
Can I come earlier or stay later than the retreat dates?
If space permits, you may be able to come earlier than the scheduled arrival date of the retreat. Please enquire about options. If you arrive early/stay later, you would have to pay for your taxi to/from the airport as well as a nightly fee for your room for the extra night(s) providing they are available. Please contact SweetRetreatsDR@gmail.com for information.
What is Casa Chango Mexico?
In a nutshell, it’s MAGIC. Click here for more info.
What is the difference between a Intensive Training Retreat and Aerial Residency Program?
Our Intensive Training Retreats are as the name says, intensive, focusing on a specific discipline. They may include aerial skills, CIRCUS FIT, conditioning, act development/artistry, yoga, AcroYoga, aerial yoga, and dance retreats. There is often a guest teacher who is a master in their discipline. There are 2-3 classes each day, 3 meals, and group activities. There is down time in the afternoon and evening, and time to explore local beaches and markets.
Our Aerial Residency Program is a 1-3 month comprehensive live in training program which includes accommodations, meals, classes, supportive community, and use of all facilities. The program is designed to thoroughly and progressively teach aerial students to own their practice. Classes include skills/technique, artistry, act creation, and flexibility/stretching. There are 5-8 classes per week and students are encouraged to take advantage of open gym time to explore their training and creativity. Students are invited to perform in our monthly public performances.
What is your COVID Policy?
Please read our COVID Policy here.
What if I don’t really do aerial or circus arts? Can I still come?
Absolutely. You are welcome to sign up to almost any retreat as a guest not participating in classes. You can enjoy all of the other retreat features including 3 amazing meals per day, our beautiful infinity swimming pool and jacuzzi, relaxing, using the gym when classes are not in session, beach trips, and adventures. You can add classes (yoga, fitness, dance, creative movement, gardening, etc) to make your experience even better. You can also grab some friends and customize your own group retreat. Email us at sweetretreatsdr@gmail.com to book your personal or group retreat.
Can I bring my significant other?
Yup. Significant others and friends are welcome on all retreats. The cost for SO’s is $800 for a week long retreat which includes all food, accommodations (sharing your bed), use of gym, wifi, swimming pool, and activities.
Email us for information about the cost for SO’s in our Aerial Residency Programs.
What about kids?
Children are welcome and tend to thrive in this environment. We can provide child care for an extra fee or you can bring a nanny. Email us at SweetRetreatsdr@gmail.com for more info and pricing.
What is included in the cost of the retreat?
Basically everything except your plane ticket.
Intensive Training Retreats include accommodations, meals, snacks, daily classes, group activities, end of the week performance and/or party, and taxi from/to the airport (providing you arrive/depart on scheduled days to assigned airport).
Family Retreats include accommodations, breakfast, lunch, some dinners, Circus Fit and yoga classes, lots of activities, 2 date nights (child care), and tips on getting around town and adventures.
What is not included in the cost of the retreat?
Your round trip plane ticket, extra activities/adventures outside of our retreat, and alcoholic beverages are not included.
Are there any discounts offered?
Yes. We offer early bird discounts for our Intensive Training Retreats, and group discounts on our Personal Retreats and Family Retreats. Personal/Family retreats during the summer/rainy season are also discounted. We also offer a referral discount. Take $100 off your tuition for each person you refer to a retreat. Sign up for our mailing list to hear about more discounts and promotions.
What is a Family Retreat?
Family Retreats are the best family vacation ever and are perfect for all types of families. We give you healthy, delicious meals (you don’t have to look for good food, cook, or clean up), classes and activities for parents and children (and grandparents, aunts, uncles, etc), a safe and fun place for your children to play, 2 date nights (we feed your kids dinner and entertain them while you enjoy whatever you want!), and take you to local beaches, markets, etc. We have a circus gym, swimming pool, hammocks, treats, crafts, games and everything you and your kids need for a great time. Take away the stress of figuring out all the logistics, and instead ENJOY your vacation. Plenty of family time and down time for the parents too! Let us take care of you!
Do you need more teachers on your retreats?
We are committed to having the best teachers available for our retreats. If you have a teacher that rocks your world, please feel free to send that person our way. If you are a teacher and want to lead a guest teacher retreat, please contact us!
Do I need a visa to go to Mexico?
No. You just need your passport. You automatically get a tourist visa upon entering Mexico. When you arrive in Mexico, just tell them how long you will be staying.
Do I need any vaccinations?
No. You do not need vaccinations. Just some bug spray!
I have a restricted diet. Will your meals accommodate that?
Yes. We offer the freshest, best quality food available. Our meals are mostly gluten free, dairy free and vegetarian based. Most lunches and dinners have meat options, and they are always cooked separate from the other food. Any meat, dairy, gluten or meat are always separate.
I have a severe food allergy. Will I be safe?
Please let us know in advance if you have a life threatening food allergy. We will make sure to take extra care in separating or eliminating the allergens from our kitchen.
Tell me more about the accommodations.
Sweet Retreats are held at the Casa Chango Retreat Center nestled in nature along the river just 1 mile from the beach. In addition to clean and safe accommodations, there is a swimming pool, an ocean view community eating area, a huge open air circus gym for aerial & acrobatics training, lots of hammocks for relaxing, and plenty of nooks to explore. It is awesome!
All cabañas are built with eco friendly materials that keep the rooms cool all day and night. The rooms are simple and clean with fans and a veranda. Some have a private bathroom and others share a bathroom. We have one room with air conditioning, and all of the cabañas stay comfortably cool all day and night. There are beautiful views throughout the property, and the sunset can be seen over the ocean all year round. We spend most of our time outdoors and in the community spaces training, eating, swimming in the infinity pool, and hanging out.
It is awesome! Click here for details about the rooms.
What is the weather like? Is there air conditioning?
It is hot all year round in Puerto Escondido. We have shaded training spaces with fans for classes and swimming pools to cool off in as well. If you like training in the heat, this is the perfect place for you. If you are extra sensitive to training in hot weather, it may not be the best fit for you.
One of our rooms has air conditioning, and the cabanas are all built with natural materials with great ventilation that keeps them cool all day and night. All of the rooms have fans. If you are extra sensitive to heat, we may have an option for you to upgrade to an air conditioned room. Please email SweetRetreatsMexico@gmail.com for information.
Click here for more info about local weather.
What about bugs?
We are living outdoors for most of the day in a tropical environment. There are some bugs, but none are poisonous. If you are sensitive to bug bites, you can bring bug spray and light clothes that cover your body. We recommend tiger balm for an anti-itch remedy.
Do retreats sell out? How can I reserve my spot?
Yes. Our retreats sell out early. You can save your spot by filling out the registration form and paying your deposit right away. Click here to see all of our upcoming retreats and sign up now.
What is your cancellation policy?
No Refunds. No exceptions.
Cancel more than 60 days before 1st day of retreat: 60% of your payment (not including deposit) can transfer toward a future Sweet Retreat.
Cancel 30-60 days before the 1st day of retreat: 40% of your payment (not including deposit) can transfer toward a future Sweet Retreat.
Cancel up to 30 days before the 1st day of the retreat: 20% of your payment (not including deposit) can transfer toward a future Sweet Retreat.
Deposits are non-refundable and non-transferrable.
Sweet Retreats will not cancel this retreat unless the Mexican border closes, ALL flights are cancelled, and all airports close..
See complete list of terms and conditions here.
See complete COVID Policy here.
Why should I go on a Sweet Retreat?
We pride ourselves on having a world class teaching staff who are masters of their trade. You will get an extremely high quality of teaching at any Sweet Retreat no matter what your discipline. You will eat the yummiest, healthiest food. In addition, you will be welcomed into a community of people who choose a healthy, playful, creative lifestyle. Our Monkey House is in a safe neighborhood a short walk from the beach. You will feel at home here.
Here’s your chance to join the circus!
Words from past retreaters to describe how they felt after their Sweet Retreats.
Connected, Empowered, Inspired, Exhilarated, Juicy, Confident, Peaceful, Bad-ass, Grateful, Energized, Rejuvenated, Magical, Loved, Beautiful, Open-hearted, Alive, Transformed, Strong, Complete, Centered, Elastic beefcake superheroine, The most authentic version of myself.
You can read more testimonials here.
Can I be a teacher at a Sweet Retreat?
Yes. We offer a few guest teacher retreats each year. If you have students who want to train in Mexico with you, please contact us for information about being a guest teacher at the Sweet Retreats’ Casa Chango Mexico.
How do I sign up?