Women’s Mountain bike,
surf and yoga retreat
Baja Bliss
January 12 – 17, 2025
Cerritos, Baja California Sur
$1989 US | $2400 CDN
Embark on an exhilarating adventure retreat designed exclusively for women, where the thrill of mountain biking, the serenity of yoga, and the rush of surf lessons come together to create an unforgettable experience. Set against the backdrop of the Baja’s iconic beaches and desert landscape, participants will ride winding desert trails on mountain bikes, feeling the adrenaline surge as they conquer each challenging ascent and descent. The retreat also offers surf lessons, where women can ride the waves, feeling the power of the ocean beneath them and the sun on their skin. To balance these high-energy activities, daily yoga sessions provide a peaceful sanctuary, allowing participants to stretch, strengthen, and center themselves in harmony with nature. This retreat promises a perfect blend of excitement, relaxation, and camaraderie, fostering new friendships and personal growth in a supportive and empowering environment.
Beautiful Desert Riding with Certified Coaches
Daily Yoga and Meditation
Day of surf lessons and playing in the waves
The Venue
The Food
The Activities
The Location
The Ultimate Adventure Retreat
What’s Included
- Daily morning and evening yoga with certified yoga instructor
- 3 Mountain bike rides on local trails (one is a night ride!)
- Bike coaching with certified coaches
- 1 morning of surf lessons & afternoon on the beach to practice or relax (includes surf board for the day)
- Town time in Todos Santos for shopping or sightseeing
- Beach time/Free time
- 4 dinners (one dinner will be on your own in Todos Santos), 3 lunches (One lunch will be on your own at Cerritos Beach), 5 breakfasts
- Cacao Ceremony
- Transportation to and from the airport and during the 6 day retreat.
What’s Not Included
- Roundtrip Airfare to Los Cabos
- lunch on day 3
- Dinner on Day 4
- Trip Insurance
The Itinerary
Day 1: Afternoon pickup at airport, get oriented, free time, meet up and opening circle, sunset beach yoga, dinner
Day 2: Morning yoga, breakfast, beach time, lunch, free time at the retreat, yoga, night ride, group dinner in Todos Santos.
Day 3: Morning yoga, surf lessons, lunch on your own, free time at the beach, evening yoga, dinner, evening cacao ceremony
Day 4: Morning yoga, breakfast, bike ride, lunch, free time in Todos Santos and dinner on your own. Drive back to base.
Day 5: Morning yoga, breakfast, bike ride, back for lunch, afternoon free time, evening yoga, dinner.
Day 6: Morning yoga, breakfast, closing ceremony, shuttles to airport.
Six Days of Adventure
The Food
Indulge in delicious and nourishing meals prepared with fresh, local ingredients of tropical fruits and Mexican cuisine. Enjoy free time opportunities to visit the local village shops and restaurants or unwind at the beach with a journal to immerse yourself in the experience of restorative relaxation practices to restore your mind, body, and spirit.
The meals are carefully curated to provide balanced nutrition, incorporating fresh, organic ingredients that are often sourced locally. The focus is on whole foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins, which are prepared in ways that preserve their natural flavors and nutrients. This emphasis on clean eating helps participants feel energized and enhances the overall experience of relaxation and rejuvenation.
We cater to various dietary preferences and restrictions, such as vegan, gluten-free, or dairy-free options. This inclusivity ensures that everyone can enjoy meals that align with their personal health needs.
Johanna and Ian will team up to prepare the meals. We will also be taking the group out for a dinner in Todos Santos at a local favourite restaurant after our moonlight bike ride. There will be a couple of opportunities for participants to try the local cuisine on their own for one lunch (on the beach) and one dinner (in Todos Santos).
The Venue
Located just a short distance from the beach, Vive Cerritos Tiny House Village is the perfect spot to kick back, relax and enjoy the beauty of the ocean and the desert.
There are 6 tiny homes and each one has 3 beds, a kitchenette and a bathroom with shower.
The Activities
The Biking
Desert biking in Todos Santos offers an exhilarating blend of rugged adventure and breathtaking scenery. Located on the Baja California Peninsula, this charming town is surrounded by a diverse desert landscape that provides an ideal setting for mountain biking enthusiasts. The trails here wind through a captivating mix of sandy paths, rocky outcrops, and coastal vistas, offering riders a constantly changing panorama.
Gain new skills with professional bike coaches to improve your riding abilities as you cruise and explore majestic desert landscapes. Feel the wind in your hair as you pedal along scenic routes, taking in the sights and sounds of this incredible destination under the magical light of the full moon.
The Surfing
Take your sense of adventure to new heights with exhilarating surfing lessons in the crystal-clear waters of the Baja. Expert instructors will guide you through the fundamentals of riding the waves, ensuring a memorable and exciting experience for all skill levels.
Surf lessons will take place in the morning on day 3. There will be plenty of time to practice your new skills in the afternoon on your own (or just time to chill on the beach).
The Yoga
Unleash your inner zen with daily yoga sessions, perfect for all levels of practice. Attuned to your body’s needs. Allow the rhythmic sound of the waves against the shore to soothe your soul with each pose helping to restore your peace within and rejuvenate your spirit.
Additional Activities
Cacao alchemy: a bean-to-bar experience. A cultural, culinary, sensorial hands-on alchemical experience using traditional methods. Explore every step of the process, from roasting and grinding cacao beans with a metate, to molding your own rustic cacao bars for preparing cacao drinks. Learn about the origins of cacao and its cultural significance. Techniques for flavor experimentation and customization. Take your rustic cacao bar with you as a souvenir of this experience!
Todos Santos town visit: The charming town of Todos Santos offers a variety of activities for visitors to enjoy. You can explore the town’s rich artistic scene by visiting local galleries, which showcase works by both local and international artists. Strolling through the historic streets, you’ll find beautifully preserved colonial architecture and can stop at cozy cafes or boutique shops.
Free time on the Beach! What would a trip to the ocean be without some much needed rest/free time on the beach to kick back and enjoy the sun, sand, waves and a novel.
The Location
Testimonials
The Facilitators
Natasha
Born and raised in the stunning landscapes of New Zealand, my journey with adventure sports began early—surfing at 15 and mountain biking at 17. In 2003, I brought my passion for biking to Canada, and by 2007, I founded BettyGoHard Action Sports Community, empowering women to build confidence on and off their bikes. My coaching career continued to grow with the establishment of Kootenay Mountain Biking in 2010.
As a PMBIA Level 2 bike instructor with over 16 years of experience and a 40-hour wilderness first aid certification, I’m committed to guiding others through physical pursuits that help break through barriers in life. This philosophy also shapes the discussions on my podcast, *Riding In the Weeds*, where we explore how to move out of life’s ruts using lessons from sports.
Over the last three winters, I’ve made Cerritos, Mexico, my home, blending the skills I’ve honed snowboarding in Canada with my love for surfing. This beautiful beach has become a sanctuary where I find balance, practicing yoga to align my adrenaline-driven side with a mindful, slower pace.
My teaching style is a unique mix of skills coaching and life guidance, designed to help you connect with your why, rediscover the joy these activities bring, and envision a greater version of yourself—whether on the bike, board, or mat.
I live life out of the box, splitting my time between Mexico and Canada in my camper with my 100-pound Bernadoodle. I’m a strong, fit woman who doesn’t conform to societal norms, recognized for my leadership in business, and driven by a commitment to personal growth. In my downtime, I dive into fantasy books, stay active, and enjoy a healthy, fulfilling lifestyle, showing that confidence comes from embracing who you are and living life on your own terms.
Chevayo
I grew up on an off-grid farm, surrounded by the beauty of big Alberta skies and the wonders of nature. With a homeschool education, I’m grateful to have had the freedom to run barefoot and explore the wild, fostering my love, curiosity, and confidence in the world around me. Now blessed to have a home, nestled in the beautiful mountains of British Columbia, I find joy in beekeeping, leading yoga retreats, travel, playing and exploring in the awe-inspiring outdoors.
In my 20s, I became a hairstylist which over the years has profoundly shaped my journey by fostering connections with diverse individuals. This experience accentuated my belief in the interconnectedness of all beings, honing my communication and relationship-building skills and the ability to hold space and connect empathetically on a deeper level.
Yoga has been a beacon of light in my life since my teens and I continue to learn and grow as a dedicated student. I have 200 Hatha RYT and 200 Vinyasa RYT with continuing certifications in Anusara yoga, yin yoga, trauma informed somatic training, sound healing, breath work and hiking wilderness first aid.
With over 10 years of teaching and over two years of facilitating various wellness weekend retreats, as well as guiding hikes and teaching yoga in backcountry lodges, my path flowered into creating Exhale Adventures with my soul partner-Johanna. Building a career based on my passion for sharing my deep love for inner work and nature with others.
Through uplifting, dynamic teachings and adventures, I’m honoured to assist students in shedding self-imposed limitations, fostering a profound connection with their inner selves, breath, the earth, the web of life and the possibility of living a vibrant, joyous existence.
Johanna
Growing up surrounded by nature in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, I found solace in the majestic peaks and dense pine forests of Banff and Yoho National Parks where I spent my youth.
After obtaining an honours bachelor of Outdoor Recreation, Parks and Tourism, I spent much of my adult life as a hiking guide, lodge chef, and an outdoor leader for teens at a semester school in Colorado. My connection to the natural world runs deep, eventually shaping me into a steward of the 54 acres of land I now reside on in the beautiful Kootenay Mountains of British Columbia, where I have created a retreat business with my husband Jon and son Wiley (and 2 dogs Sunny and Buddy).
I have been running retreats with Chevayo for over 3 years out of For-rest Retreat, including monthly ‘Soul Sessions’ (3 hour community wellness sessions), Yoga Nidra and soundbath offerings, full day and weekend wellness retreats, mountain bike & yoga retreats and hike & paddle retreats.
I am a certified natural chef and hiking guide, a retreat owner and retreat facilitator. I spend my free time skiing, mountain biking, hiking, drumming and writing music with my band and building trails on our property for others to enjoy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Price of the Trip?
The price of the trip is $1989 USD/person or $2400 CDN/person
How do I know this trip is for me?
If you have read through the trip page and itinerary and still aren’t sure if its a god fit for you, please shoot us an email at info@exhaleadventures.com and we’ll set up a time to chat with you.
What airport do I fly into?
We will be picking up retreat participants at the Los Cabos International Airport (Spanish: Aeropuerto Internacional de Los Cabos) (IATA: SJD, ICAO: MMSD) located in San José del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico.
What do I need to bring?
- Layered clothing for changing weather conditions. The cool season lasts for 3 months, from December to March, with an average daily high temperature of 27 °C.
- Don’t forget your swim attire! Wetsuits are available for the surf lessons, but if you have one you love and room in your bag for sure bring it along.
- Your preferred yoga attire; nothing fancy but something you are happy to stretch in.
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a sun hat.
- A helmet that fits well!
- A phone with international capabilities. Having communication is helpful to you and to us. Consider a SIM card for international travel or add an international plan. Telcel in Mexico offers a great option.
- Bike water pack that you regularly ride with. Remember not to fly with any tools in your carry-on.
- Your bike, we do have some options for rentals, please reach out to us for more information on rental bikes. Please note if you are bringing an e-bike check with your airline that you can travel with it as many airlines are unable to fly with e-bike batteries.
- A night light for your bike and a headlamp. If you do not have a bike light, please let us know. We have a few extras for rent and can also send you a link to purchase one if you prefer.
- Yoga mat: if you have space in your luggage and like to have your own yoga mat, great! If not, all good. we have you covered. Please just let us know if you require one.
What are the skill and fitness requirements?
Riders should be intermediate (or above) and have good basic fitness. We can split into two groups and offer a more advanced option, so everyone can find the right amount of challenge.
How hard is the riding?
This tour is intended for riders that are intermediate and above. The trails in the area are a fun mix of loose rock, sand, and faster-rolling hard pack.
In Todos Santos, we’ll ride meandering trails through giant cacti forests, sunset views of the ocean, and old roads rising above dramatic ocean cliffs. The terrain is generally not steep, but offers a fun challenge for those wanting to ride it fast.
Riders should be able to comfortably ride blue trails. Please also feel free to contact us to determine if this is the right trip for you!
What if my bike requires maintenance?
We are so fortunate to have an awesome bike shop, Over the Edge, right in Todos Santos! If we need anything they are here to help.
Where will I store my bike?
Bikes can be kept in your room. Keep in mind that Exhale Adventures is not responsible for the safety of your bike, but we always do our best to set you up for success.
What bike tools should I bring?
It’s not necessary to bring any bike tools, unless there’s something you’d like to personally have on-hand. Please bring your regular riding gear bag. We will also have tools, pumps, lube, and extra tubes on hand.
What if I want to extend my trip?
We recommend finding a hotel or AirBnb in Cabo or Cerritos. Our complimentary transportation only runs between the airport (SJD) and our accommodation in Cerritos. We recommend Todos Santos Private Transportation if you have additional transport needs.
What type of yoga will we be practicing?
Vinyasa flow, Yin yoga, Hatha Yoga & Yoga Nidra
These classes are adaptable to all levels
Can you cater to my dietary needs?
Yes! We can cater to most dietary needs. Please let us know specific requirements and we will do our very best to accommodate you.
Do I need a rental car?
Can I drink the water?
Is there Wifi?
Yes! The venue where we are staying provides wifi.
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Cancelation Policy, Terms & Conditions
Cancellation Policy
A $400 US (non-refundable unless the trip is cancelled) deposit is required to secure your booking
The remaining balance will be due on or before Dec. 12th, 2024
If you cancel after Dec. 12th 2024, you will forfeit 100% of your payment
This payment may be transferable to another individual (we will discuss this on a case – by – case basis)
Terms & Conditions
You are required to have travel insurance and medical insurance for the duration of the retreat
We highly recommend that you purchase trip cancellation insurance to avoid losing your payment
Charges may fluctuate according to currency exchange rates for your final payment
