Ashtanga for the Rest of Your Life
February 07 - February 14, 2026
Erica McHugh and Chris MoDavis
Contacto:
contact@emmausyoga.com
Sobre el retiro
Join Chris and Erica for an active, peaceful, laughter filled week of learning and sharing. You will leave well-rested, yet exhilarated, ready to return to your daily life with a new perspective and the tools to maintain focus and calm even in the midst of chaos. This retreat will inspire you to continue a consistent practice once you return home with the tools to establish your yoga practice as your wellness ally.
We feel fortunate to return to Mar de Jade for our 2nd retreat at this incredible location. Mar de Jade Retreat Center is perfectly nestled between the tropical jungle and the pristine sandy beach of Chacala, Mexico. If this is your first yoga retreat or your tenth, we welcome you to join us for a week of rejuvenation, rediscovery and relaxation!
Erica’s morning classes will gently introduce you to the practice of Ashtanga Yoga and focus on the ‘invisible’ techniques that will lead you to a meditation in motion. For those familiar with Ashtanga you will deepen your understanding of Breath, Bandhas, and Drishti as you take the time to slow down and tune inward.
Chris’ afternoon classes are a balm to the soul and the perfect way to wind down after a day of exploring, swimming or sunning. The practice of yoga is meant to help you feel open and grounded. To reunite the mind, body and soul into the present moment. Chris’ classes set the stage for you to do just that.
Programa
Saturday arrival
3:00pm Check in
3:00-6:30pm Arrive/Explore/Free Time
6:30-7:45pm Dinner and introductions
Sunday – Friday
6:30-7:30am Light snack/Coffee
7:30-9:00am Ashtanga with Erica
9:00-10:00am Breakfast
10:00-1:30pm Free time/Excursions
1:30-2:30pm Lunch
2:30-5:00pm Free time
3:30-4:30pm Workshop on 2 of the days
5:00-6:15pm Vinyasa Flow with Chris
6:30-7:45pm Dinner
Pago y Políticas de Cancelación
$695 before April 30, 2025, $895 after. Includes 2 yoga classes per day (Sunday through Friday) and transportation to and from the PVR airport.
Accommodations paid separately to Mar de Jade: Book now
Sobre los maestros
Erica McHugh
Erica McHugh is recognized as a senior teacher of Ashtanga Yoga in the Lehigh Valley since opening her first studio there in 1999. She has trained with some of the most influential teachers of Ashtanga Yoga in the USA: David Williams, David Swenson, Manju Jois, Nancy Gilgoff, Beryl Bender Birch, Tim Miller and Kathy McNames. She is dedicated to continuing the lineage of Ashtanga Yoga and encouraging people to develop their own personal practices in ways that promote wellness, balance, safety and enjoyment. Erica’s mentorship is accessible and appropriate for all stages of life, including for the aging yogi. www.ashtangawitherica.com
Chris MoDavis
Chris’ classes are a constant reminder to slow down and breathe, to feel, and to listen. When we allow ourselves to let go of the things we no longer need, we give ourselves the opportunity to search within. We can tap into our inner child, re-ignite our passions, and remember what it means to truly live again. During Chris’ classes you can feel free to let your guard down, to be yourself, and to fully let go while allowing the practice of yoga to fill you up as needed. They are just a simple reminder to use the tools that you’ve had since birth, to find strength, balance and flexibility, both in the body and the mind. @theroostyoga