BRAZILIAN

HEALING

RETREAT

01.16 to 01.23

for Creative Entrepreneurs

Nourish your soul.

Honor your growth.

Reignite your vision.

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Join us in one of Brazil’s most fascinating regions for a unique experience of exploration, grounding, and healing for seven days and nights in the heart of coffee country in Minas Gerais, Brazil.

Jess and Megan invite you to a truly authentic Brazilian experience: breathtaking nature, world-class cuisine, and warm hospitality in a space that allows time for stillness, inner healing, and transformation.

What You’ll Experience DURING YOUR RESTORIATIVE WEEK:

  • Daily yoga, meditation, and intuitive movement—set to the rhythm of slow mornings and fresh coffee

  • Creative expression, storytelling, and dance with live music

  • Nature hikes through lush landscapes, with time to wander, swim, and take it all in

  • Evening fire ceremony under the stars for release, reflection, and intention-setting

  • Deep, easeful community connection with shared meals, conversations, and moments you’ll carry with you

  • Intuitively designed workshops for reflection, growth, and integration

We’ll also explore the bustling city of Belo Horizonte and take an overnight historic sightseeing trip to Tiradentes for artisan shopping.

This Is For You If:

  • You move fast in your everyday life and crave a slower, more intentional rhythm (think: mornings that begin with coffee and nowhere to rush off to)

  • You’re drawn to beauty, nature, and experiences that feel both grounding and expansive

  • You’re curious about personal growth and love weaving together practices like movement, ritual, creativity, and rest

  • You want to reconnect with joy; not the big, performative kind, but the quiet, playful kind that sneaks in when you finally exhale

  • You value meaningful connection and want to share space with other thoughtful, heart-led people

  • You’re excited by the idea of experiencing coffee at its origin by walking the land, tasting it fresh, and understanding its story

  • You’re open to learning, listening, and engaging with Brazilian culture and traditions in a respectful, immersive way

dAILY YOGA + MEDITATION

On retreat, you’ll have time for morning meditation, yoga, and a spacious schedule to deeply connect to nature's rhythms.

FARM-FRESH cuisine

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are prepared in the intentional kitchen to nourish your mind, body, and soul.

ACCESS TO NATURE

Surrounded by a vast nature preserve with a network of trails, you can hike to a private waterfall or take a meditative walk to one of our many reflection sites.

restored farmhouse

Your stay includes a room in a 200-year-old traditional farmhouse or a private garden apartment for the ultimate relaxing getaway.

cultural emersion

Excursion to local markets in Belo and an overnight trip to the historic, charming town of Tiradentes for shopping and artisan crafts.

coffee ceremony

At the regenerative coffee farm, each retreat includes a tour of the farm, teachings about the coffee tradition and history, coffee cupping (tastings), and coffee ceremonies.

meet meg

Meg was introduced to yoga in her teens and has been exploring various yoga styles and teachers worldwide ever since. Her all-level yoga classes include calm instrumental music, dim lighting, and ample time to connect with your body. She incorporates elements of astrology, numerology, and the moon cycles to align every class with the forces of the universe.

She trained with Faith Hunter in 2013 and completed her 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training. She believes the best way to connect with the present moment is through practice and strives to incorporate a mindful and positive attitude in all aspects of life.

meet jessica

Jessica Sandhu with shoulder-length dark hair, wearing a white shirt and peach-colored pants, sits cross-legged on a brown sofa, holding a glass with a green beverage, in front of a large window with natural light.

Jessica Sandhu is a Canadian-born healer, somatic coach, and yoga teacher of Anishinaabe First Nations and Punjabi Indian descent.

As an anti-racist healer and teacher, Jess’s goal is to create equity in conference rooms, on the yoga mat, and in coaching sessions. She’s continually aware of who is not in the room and who needs to be.

Since 2001, Jess has practiced various forms of yoga, finally finding a home with Iyengar Yoga in 2003 because its alignment-based principles allowed for more understanding of the pose benefits and how it created a deeper connection to the body.

Jess has dealt with lower back pain throughout the years and found yoga super beneficial in alleviating it. When more yoga was integrated into her life, things seemed less hard, and life actually became more sweet! Less Dukha, More Sukha.

Jess is also a Usui Reiki Master and a health coach trained in Trauma-Informed Yoga, Yoga Nidra, and Yin Yoga.

​Jess is committed to becoming a bridge with roots in both the modern and traditional world by honoring the traditional customs of yoga and respecting all Indigenous cultures. Jess resides on the ancestral lands of ancestral lands of the Anacostans.

LOCATION

Map of Brazil showing a location in Minas Gerais with a red marker.

aCCOMMODATIONS

PRIVATE ROOM, Private bath

$3,950 $3,650

The 200-year-old farmhouse has fifteen private rooms with double beds and seven private bathrooms.

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PRIVATE ROOM, SHARED bath

$3,650 $3,350

The 200-year-old farmhouse has fifteen private rooms with double beds and seven private bathrooms.

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Shared ROOM, SHARED bath

$3,350 $3,050

The 200-year-old farmhouse has fifteen private rooms with double beds and seven private bathrooms.

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All rooms vary slightly and are equally priced.

A vast coffee plantation with rows of coffee plants in the foreground, rolling hills in the background under a cloudy sky.
A lush vegetable garden on a hillside with various green plants and a small white building in the background under a clear blue sky.
View from a balcony with a bell and colorful streamers hanging, overlooking a green landscape with trees and a stone pathway.
A bedroom with a balcony door open to green foliage outside, a wooden bed with green striped bedding, a mirror wardrobe, a small bed with striped pillows, and wall art, in a cozy, vintage style.
Bathroom with patterned floor tiles, wooden sink vanity with a vessel sink, mirror, and partial view of a shower stall, with the door open to a bedroom with a bed, window, and a wooden cabinet.
A vintage dining room with a large wooden table, bench, and chairs, green walls with decorative painted portraits, and a light hanging from the ceiling.
Living room with hardwood floor, white walls, green window shutters, and a wooden ceiling. Furnished with sofas, a coffee table, a wooden piano with matching chairs, and a side table with a lamp. Decorative pillows on the couches and framed pictures
A large copper cooking pot filled with dark cherries boiling on a stove, with steam rising from the cherries.
A large, mature tree with sprawling branches over a stone pathway in a garden. There are flower beds with colorful flowers, a small white building with a tiled roof on the left, and a covered porch area in the background. The scene is sunny with a cl
A rustic outdoor scene with a narrow stone-lined irrigation canal running alongside a stone wall. There is a covered porch with wooden posts on the left, and a white house with a green door and windows in the background. Pink flowering bushes are vis
View through a window with divided panes showing a garden with various green plants, bushes, and trees.
A garden pathway framed by lush green plants, with a large tree and a brick wall on the right, leading to a white building with a grid window on the door.
Interior of a small chapel with wooden pews, an altar with religious icons, a crucifix, and windows allowing natural light.

Activities

  • Reiki + massage

  • daily yoga

  • Cultural Immersion

  • morning meditation

  • horseback riding

  • healing ceremonies

  • HIKING

  • local excursions

belo + tiradentes

Excursions to local markets in Belo and an overnight trip to the historic, charming town of Tiradentes for shopping and artisan crafts.

A large building with classical architecture featuring columns and arched windows. There is a large banner with a painted portrait of a woman and pink flowers hanging from the top of the building. The street in front has a person walking and a lamp p
A tall building with a mural of two women; one sitting on the other's shoulders, surrounded by natural elements, in an urban setting with trees, cars, and other buildings.
Indoor patio corner with various potted cacti and succulents, a window with white shutters, and a wall hanging with yellow circles and plant illustrations.
Tree-lined cobblestone pathway leading to a historic building in a park with tall palm trees on both sides.
A fruit stand in a market selling oranges, bananas, pineapples, watermelons, papayas, and other tropical fruits.
A white building with maroon trim around the door and window. The door is open, showing a bench and artwork inside. A cat is resting on the windowsill, partially hidden in a Sunglasses emoji sticker. The ground is made of uneven stone slabs.

CUISINE

The cuisine is centered around traditional regional foods that can easily accommodate most diets. Every meal will focus on seasonal fruits and vegetables from the organic gardens.

The culinary team bakes bread, makes cheese daily, and prepares organic juice and smoothies with the freshest ingredients.

This is an alcohol free retreat.

Two mason jars filled with green smoothies surrounded by slices of pineapple, banana, a halved mango, and leafy greens.

Breakfast

A close-up of a colorful Buddha bowl filled with various fresh vegetables and proteins, including grilled tofu with sesame seeds, cubed butternut squash, purple sweet potato, chopped mango, sliced dragon fruit, Chickpeas, microgreens, cucumber slices, and purple cabbage, arranged on a bed of spinach.

Lunch

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Dinner

coffee

For six generations, great care has gone into producing award-winning specialty coffee. The most recent generations focus on sustainability and regenerative agriculture practices that work with nature.

We take pride in curating a delicious cup of coffee. From growing the best beans to roasting unique flavor profiles, you will change how you drink coffee. A daily ceremony is dedicated to preparing and enjoying coffee in community.

Person kneeling on the ground, holding red coffee cherries in their hands, surrounded by more cherries spread over the ground. The person is wearing a wide-brimmed hat, a pink shirt, and blue jeans.
Red coffee cherries spread out to dry on a large surface outdoors, with a small rustic house in the background, trees, and a partly cloudy sky.
Hands preparing three glasses of black coffee on a wooden table, using spoons to stir or serve.
A white coffee cup filled with black coffee surrounded by scattered coffee beans on a beige fabric mat with printed text 'CAFÉ S DO BRASIL'.
A child in a gray hoodie and rain boots sitting on a swing hanging from a tree, surrounded by green foliage and hills in the background during a cloudy day.

daily Schedule

7:00 Morning meditation

7:30 90-minute yoga flow

9:00 Breakfast

10:30 Healing Workshop

12:30 Lunch

2:00 Rest

3:00 Cultural Experience

6:30 Dinner

8:30 Evening Restorative

9:30 Rest

TENTATIVE FLOW FOR THE WEEK

Saturday, January 18: Guests arrive in Belo Horizonte and depart for the farm by 1 p.m. There will be a welcome ceremony and a tour of the farm.

Sunday, January 19 - Tuesday, January 22: Stay at the farm for daily group meditation + yoga, healing ceremonies, local cultural experiences, land connection, hiking, and nourishing meals. Space for self-relaxation and integration are also included.

Wednesday, January 23: Morning meditation, yoga, and breakfast. Depart for Tiradentes by 10 am. Lunch, exploration, and shopping. Dinner with the group and stay at the hotel.

Friday, January 24: Morning meditation, yoga, and breakfast. Depart for Belo Horizonte by 12 pm. Group farewell dinner and hotel stay in Belo.

Saturday, January 25: Flights leave for the East Coast as early as 5:30 am. Guest can choose to leave anytime on Saturday.

The full schedule will be shared before the retreat.

What’s included

  • Pre-trip assistance

  • Four nights at a private farmhouse in the countryside of Brazil

  • One night accommodation in Belo Horizonte

  • Two nights accommodations in Tiradentes

  • Private guides, transportation, and tours throughout

  • Breakfasts, lunches, and dinners

  • Daily yoga and meditation

  • One massage or reiki treatment

NOT INCLUDED

  • Airfare

  • Travel Insurance

  • Gratuites

PAYMENT

A non-refundable deposit of $500 is required to hold your spot.

Final payment for all participants by November 25, 2024.

Cancellation POLICY

No refund is available if the participant cancels for any reason after November 25, 2024.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

Travel insurance is required for your trip. Many companies offer travel insurance, but Travelex and World Nomads are reputable providers of worldwide coverage.

Please carefully read the Terms and Conditions for full policies.

15 Spots AVAILABLE

SCHOLARSHIP


We have reserved one $1,000 scholarships for those in need. Please fill out this form to apply. First come, first serve basis.

A scenic village street with colorful houses, lush greenery, and mountain backdrop.

  • The weather at the farm is defined by two seasons.

    The green season is from September through April, and the dry season is from May through August.

    During your retreat, you can expect lows in the 60s and highs in the upper 80s/low 90s.

    You can expect mild sunny days with moderately cool evenings with low to moderate humidity.

  • The closest international airport is Belo Horizonte (CNF). Two other popular destinations are Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo, which offer multiple daily flights to Belo Horizonte. 

    Please arrive in Belo Horizonte by 10 am, Saturday, January 18 and give yourself at least 2 hours for international airport layovers. 

    On Saturday, the arrival day, guests will meet at the Belo Horizonte (CNF) airport or in town at the central bus terminal. We will provide transportation to and from the farm.

    We assist with arranging air travel and are happy to answer any questions.

    You are solely responsible for meeting all travel requirements for entry to Brazil, including any additional COVID-19 restrictions..

  • Travel insurance is required for your trip. Many companies offer travel insurance, but Travelex and World Nomads are reputable organizations that provide worldwide coverage.

    Please carefully read the Terms and Conditions for full policies.

  • Of course! Jess and Meg teach at all levels, give a variety of modifications, and encourage students to go at a slower pace during yoga sessions.

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