Co-hosted by Julia Hollenberg and Nancy Lea, E-RYT 500

The Invitation

There are places that invite us to slow down, breathe more deeply, and reconnect with the deep truth of who we are. The Tides Within is an invitation to enter that kind of space.

Join Nancy Lea and Julia Hollenberg for an unforgettable retreat at Sansara, an intimate luxury resort nestled between the lush tropical landscape and the Pacific Ocean in Cambutal, Panama.

Inspired by the rhythms of the ocean and the wisdom of our own inner landscapes, we’ll spend our days tending to the tides within: moving, breathing, exploring, resting, and reconnecting. Through daily yoga, meditation, and breathwork, we’ll create space to listen more closely to the body and rediscover the rhythms that sustain and enliven us.

There will be opportunities for adventure and play, from learning to ride your first wave to exploring the coastline, alongside nourishing meals, meaningful connection, and generous stretches of unstructured time. You might find yourself moving through a morning practice overlooking the waves, sharing a long meal with new friends, swimming in the Pacific, or simply resting in the beauty of your surroundings, listening to nature’s soundscape.

Away from the pace and demands of everyday life, we’ll create the conditions for something quieter to emerge. This retreat is an invitation to slow down, listen, and allow stillness to find you.

Come ride the waves, move with intention, and discover what emerges when we tend to the tides within.

The Intention

Tending to the Tides Within

Our lives move to many rhythms: the demands of work and responsibility, the needs of those we love, the pull of our ambitions, and the constant movement of the world around us. Amidst these loud “voices” can be easy to lose touch with the quieter rhythms underneath it all.

This retreat offers an opportunity to step outside those familiar patterns and return to something more elemental. Through movement and stillness, adventure and rest, solitude and connection, we’ll explore what it means to listen to ourselves and honor the natural ebb and flow of our own energy.

We aren’t here to fill every hour or pursue a particular outcome. We’re here to make room: for presence, for possibility, for joy, for truth, and for the kind of stillness that may arise and gently yield into quiet bliss when we finally give ourselves permission to slow down.

A Place to Unwind: Cambutal & Sansara

Tucked along Panama’s remote Pacific coastline, Cambutal is a place where life moves at a different pace. Framed by lush tropical hills, expansive beaches, and the rhythm of the ocean, this quiet coastal village offers a rare opportunity to step away from the noise and settle into the natural world.

Our home for the week is Sansara, an intimate boutique resort designed to bring together comfort, beauty, and connection with nature. With thoughtfully appointed accommodations, beautiful gathering spaces, an inviting pool, and an open-air yoga shala overlooking the ocean, Sansara offers a setting that makes it easy to slow down and feel at home.

Days here are shaped by the landscape: the sound of the waves, warm ocean breezes, tropical sunsets, and the simple pleasure of having nowhere else you need to be.

It’s a little off the beaten path, and that’s part of the magic.

The Experience

Your retreat experience includes:

• Seven days and six nights at Sansara, with your choice of accommodation (all are unique!)
• Daily yoga and movement practices led by Nancy and Julia, thoughtfully designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and restoration.  We will offer at least two guided sessions per day, with a mix of active and restorative practice.
• Meditation and pranayama to cultivate presence, deepen awareness, and create space for stillness.
• One Conscious Connected Breathwork journey led by Julia Hollenberg to access inner wisdom and deeply nourish the nervous system.
• Three gourmet farm to table meals per day, featuring fresh, local, farm-to-table cuisine prepared by Sansara’s Buddha Bar. Both vibrant and deeply nourishing.
• One on-land surf lesson

• Stand-up paddleboards and bikes to explore land and sea

• Group ground transportation between Panama City and Sansara on the designated arrival and departure days.
• Time and space to enjoy the resort, explore the coastline, connect with fellow retreat participants, or simply do your own thing.

We’ll take care of the details so you can settle in and enjoy the experience.

Accommodations & Investment

Sansara offers a collection of beautiful, thoughtfully designed cabañas, each with its own character and connection to the surrounding landscape.

Choose the space that feels right for you, whether you’re traveling solo, sharing with one or more friends, or coming as a couple.

There are ocean front, ocean view, and garden view cabañas available.  Book early to choose your cabaña.

Retreat investment ranges from $2,850 – $5,000 per person, depending on your accommodation selection and occupancy.

Below are some sample photos of rooms available.

Please visit Nancy Lea Yoga for complete room options and to reserve your cabaña.

A Day at the Retreat

No two days need to look exactly alike. We’ll offer a gentle rhythm of shared practices and experiences, with plenty of room for spontaneity, rest, and individual exploration.

A sample day might look something like this:

7:00 AM — Coffee & fruit, enjoy the morning light, and take in the ocean air.

8:00 AM — Morning yoga and meditation overlooking the Pacific.

9:45 AM — A leisurely breakfast together.

10:30 AM — Surf, explore, enjoy an excursion, or spend time relaxing at the resort.

1:30 PM — Lunch and time to unwind.

Afternoon — Open space for swimming, reading, resting, a massage, exploring the coastline, or simply following your own rhythm.

4:30 PM — Afternoon yoga, breathwork, or a restorative practice.

6:30 PM — Dinner and time together.

Evening — Enjoy the sunset, good conversation, or a quiet night under the stars.

Please note: This is an example of the daily rhythm, not a fixed schedule. Specific activities and practice times may vary throughout the week.

Questions? Get in touch here!