About this Retreat

Traditions of Mexico and Ecuador:

Embark on a transformative journey at our immersive 8-day retreat in the heart of Tepoztlan, Mexico. Drawing on the ancient traditions of the Azteca and Chichimeca people of Mexico, as well as the Uwishin of Ecuador, this retreat offers a unique opportunity to deepen your knowledge of traditional medicine practices.

Under the guidance of experienced facilitators, you'll learn to integrate traditional medicine practices into your work with psychedelics and deepen your understanding of their therapeutic potential. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and stunning natural beauty of Tepoztlan as you connect with like-minded individuals and expand your horizons.

Join us for this unique and enriching experience and discover the transformative power of traditional medicine practices.
Open to Synaptic students as well as students from other training programs or currently practicing facilitators.

A privately rented ceremonial retreat centre, built and run by indigenous locals, in Tepoztlan (1hr.30min. from Mexico City) will feature the following:

4 Traditional Medicine Ceremonies, We recommend participating in three of them
Sweatlodge (Temazcal)
Making a shamanic hand drum workshop
Singing / Drumming workshop
Breathwork & Yoga
Elder workshop (tata Juvenal): about medicine, offering, singing, smudging, etc.
Tlamanalli : Flower altar / offering
Cacao ceremony & meditation
Nature Hike


Agenda

Day 1 Reception, Opening circle

Day 2 Day: Nature hike and birdwatching; Night: Ceremony 1

Day 3 Day: Rest + integration circle; Afternoon: Sweatlodge

Day 4 Day: Drum making workshop; Night: Ceremony 2

Day 5 Day: Rest; Afternoon Breathwork & yoga, Tlamanalli Flower offering workshop

Day 6 Day: Elder workshop; Night: Ceremony 3 with Chichimeca elder

Day 7 Afternoon: Cacao Ceremony; Evening: Meditation/Ceremony 4

Day 8 Early Integration circle and closure before 12.