Welcome to the Inner Healing Retreat!
We are so excited to welcome you to this unique Holotropic Breathwork® and Inner Healing Retreat! Please complete your registration as soon as possible and refer to the virtual welcome packet below with important details, packing lists, travel tips and more!
COMPLETE YOUR REGISTRATION
Please complete all 4 forms below asap.
Virtual Welcome Packet
Please read through everything below. I have been quite thorough to make the journey feel as safe, comfortable and accessible as possible. Please contact me directly via email if you have additional questions.
ITINERARY
Our typical day begins with optional kundalini yoga in the morning around 7:30, breakfast about 8:30 followed by a full day program ending around 9pm. We have a full rich schedule, which benefits greatly from a bit of flexibility. We ask for your openness as we dive into the mystery together.
WHAT TO BRING
Clothing
Layered, loose / comfy clothing for breathwork sessions
Layered clothing for hiking / walking
Varied clothing for warm days and cool nights
Light raincoat or poncho
Comfortable shoes for hiking / walking
Sun Hat / Visor
Sunglasses
ITEMS
Passport (Required - Please check your passport expiration date. It must be valid to travel via air to Mexico!)
Tip Money for Dreaming House Staff (Please plan for $35-$50 USD or more as contribution towards our group tip. The staff are incredible and these tips go a long way for them.)
Cash for personal items, gifts, snacks, etc (vendors at the pyramid complex do not take credit cards)
Prescription medications & inhaler if needed
Extra Snacks, Bars, Protein Powders, Etc. for times between meals.
Supplements, OTC medications, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Etc.
Electrolytes, probiotics and oxygen supplements (if needed for dehydration, digestive sensitivities or altitude sickness)
Icy Hot, Bio-Freeze or Arnica for sore muscles if needed
Backpack / day pack for outings to pyramid
Water bottle (Unlimited safe triple filtered drinking water available on-site.)
Sunblock
Flashlight
Earplugs (for sleeping and/or breathwork if sensitive to sounds or loud music)
Eye mask (for sleeping and/or breathwork session)
Electricity is the same as in the USA.
Hair dryer if needed. These are not available at our venue.
The Dreaming House has an incredible obsidian shop on-site with hand carved pieces by our host, Alberto. Pricing is very reasonable. If crystals are your thing I would encourage you to bring some extra cash for this. He does not accept cards. Paypal is possible but we have to add 7% to cover the international fees.
CELL PHONES & WIFI
Many carriers from the USA provide service to Mexico. It may be included in your plan, or you may need to activate “day passes” in order to use cell service. I power my phone off and back on when I land and I’m good to go. You may want to check with your provider before we travel!
WIFI is available in the dining room only. It will not reach the rooms.
MONEY
Please bring the cash you need with you! The best thing to do is bring USD and exchange it to pesos at the airport after you pass through customs. The exchange rate is about 19 pesos to 1 US dollar. If you plan to buy many personal items $400-$500 USD is suggested.
There are ATM’s at the pyramid complex, but they don’t always work.
EXCHANGING MONEY
Money can be exchanged at the Mexico City Airport after you pass through customs near the group pickup spot. You can often get slightly better rates if you head down the hall a bit further away from where you exit customs. The bankers do not usually speak English, but they know why you are there and conversation is not required. They will give you a receipt for your transaction. You may need to show them your passport.
ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE
We will provide the exact instructions on how to meet the pickup transit for you all once we have all of your flight info.
EMERGENCY CONTACTS AND WHAT TO DO IF THE SH*T HITS THE FAN
If something happens and you are not able to connect with the group transport. First text or call Jeffrey or call the Dreaming House.
Text or Call Jeffrey Warren at 603-667-7169 on iphone or whatasapp
Call the Dreaming House 011 52 594 956 3969 (from the US)
If you can not contact Jeffrey or the Dreaming House we recommend taking the “pink taxis”. You can purchase a ride from the taxi booth and you will be assigned a taxi. The extra cost may be around $80 USD and it will take about 1 hour to the Dreaming House.
MEALS
Meals at the Dreaming House are served family style in the dining room. Meals are included in your registration. Rice, beans, fresh salad, salsas and soup are served at most meals along with tortillas, veggies and some type of entree, often chicken as a protein. The Dreaming House is able to make special food arrangements for most special diets, but this must be done in advanced. Please fill out the registration form to complete your requests!
Breakfast is usually served around 8 or 9am. Cómeda (lunch) in the late afternoon (around 2-3pm) and Cena (evening meal) is typically a lighter fair around 8 or 9pm.
You are strongly encouraged to bring extra snacks, dense bars, protein powders, favorite tea bags or anything else for times in between our scheduled meals.
Clean triple filtered water is always available. Coffee and teas are available on tap as well.
TRAVEL TO MEXICO
WEATHER & ALTITUDE
In mid-November, daytime weather is typically sunny and pleasant, with temperatures around 70–75°F. Nights and early mornings can be quite cool, with temperatures dropping to around 45–50°F. November is generally part of the dry season, so rain is less likely, though occasional showers are possible. We recommend bringing layers, a warm jacket for mornings and evenings, and a lightweight raincoat just in case.
The altitude is about 7,000 feet above sea level and the sun can feel more intense. Hats and sunblock are recommended. Some people notice their breath feels a little more shallow, though most adjust quite quickly. There are many different supplements that can help support this. I personally have used spirulina and chlorella tablets with good results.
BATHROOMS
The sewer system in Mexico is not as capable of handling paper as in the US and many other parts of the world. Our venue, The Dreaming House is located in a small village just outside the pyramid complex with simple plumbing. All toilet paper and feminine hygiene products need to be disposed in the trash cans within the bathrooms. These are emptied at least once every day.
Some public restrooms require modest fees of a few pesos for entry or for purchase of toilet paper. Often something like 10 pesos which is about 50 US cents. We encourage everyone to keep tissues or sanitary wipes in their day packs just in case toilet paper is not available while out in public. It is also common to tip the rest room attendants in public, though not required.
WATER & ICE
Unlimited clean drinking water is available for you at the Dreaming House. It is located in the dining room. It is triple filtered and perfectly safe to drink. Please only brush your teeth with bottled water and avoid getting water in your mouth while showering. All of the produce at the Dreaming House is washed in triple filtered water so it’s safe for us to eat.
If out in public we recommend packaged snacks and cooked foods instead of things that may contain water which could be unfiltered.
Only purchase sealed bottles of water from reputable stores.
Ice is not as as typical in Mexico as other countries. It may be available at our venue at an extra charge, but you will need to ask for it. If ordering ice in public- always ask if it’s from bottled water. If in doubt don’t use ice!
CULTURE
Mexico has a diverse, vibrant and varying culture depending on the specific location. Many people find it to be louder and more active than their usual homes. Eye masks and earplugs can help you sleep if you are sensitive.
HOLOTROPIC BREATHWORK®
Holotropic Breathwork® is a deeply powerful experience that is central to our retreat. All of our retreat staff are GTT certified Holotropic Breathwork® Facilitators that are deeply experienced and committed to this work. If you are not familiar with Holotropic Breathwork® you can find a a simple description here.
We look forward to meeting you in Teotihuacán! Let the journey begin!
Please remember you can always email me if you have questions or need help!