Belizean herbalism yoga retreat
welcome to herbalism yoga retreats! journey through Belize on a holistic, spiritual adventure retreat with yoga and herbalism as the cornerstones. nestled within the Mayan rainforest, our retreat offers an empowering experience to rediscover nature's medicine and healing powers.
June 1st - 7th 2025
a women's wellness adventure retreat
join Bridget's Botanicals and Venus Codes for a women's wellness retreat in the jungle focused on yoga and herbalism. dive into the medicine of the earth through daily immersions in nature where you will be surrounded by medicinal plants, tropical fresh air, and the sounds and magic of the Mayan jungle. throughout the week participate in ceremonies and unleash your adventurous side as we hike, explore Mayan ruins, relax river tubing, and work with local healers and biologists to more deeply understand the secrets of the jungle. rejuvenate your body through daily yoga practice designed to center and refresh your mind body and spirit.
our venue
Cave's Branch Adventure Co. and Jungle Lodge
herbalism
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learn herbalism practices
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discover rainforest secrets
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work with local healers
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make plant medicine
biodiversity
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immerse yourself into the sounds of the jungle
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optional morning bird watching
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you may be lucky to see local tropical wildlife
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experience vibrant plant life
yoga
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rejuvinate your body
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enjoy daily sessions
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1-1 adjustments and guidance
ceremony & soul
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participate in sacred ceremony
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transform and rejuvenate mind body & soul
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find calm and peace in nature
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connect with community
adventure
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hike in the jungle
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float on the river
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explore ancient Mayan caves
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​snorkeling (optional add on)
accommodations
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sleep in group accommodations
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stroll in the botanical garden​
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take a dip in the pool
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nourish your body with local foods and fresh juices & teas
your retreat guides
two dedicated souls who met over 10 years ago while practicing their passions at the same holistic wellness center, Venus and Bridget are experts in their crafts, and global travelers.
Venus is a Manifestation & Movement Muse, Spiritual Guide, & fourth-generation Healer through her Martichial Lineage. She is passionate about Earth Based Wisdom, Plant Medicine, and Ancient Spiritual Knowledge. A Master Facilitator with well over 10,000 hours of leading group ceremonies and guiding Yoga & Dance for 13+ years. Venus lives in reverence for the Spirits of the Land, the Waters, and the Plants. She is an avid forest forager, an herbal wild crafter, and has also studied with 5 different Mayan Teachers over the past 9 years. Venus will skillfully hold your Body, Mind, and Spirit through this Retreat and through each Transformational Moment along the way.
Bridget is a certified herbalist and founder of Bridget's Botanicals. and has worked to connect people to our planet and personal wellbeing through education, products, and events for over 15 years. She has explored ethnobotany in 13 countries and studied with local herbalists around the world. Bridget has a passion for teaching about plant medicine and biodiversity. holds degrees in ecology and molecular biology from CU Boulder, a Masters of Art in Teaching and Graduate Certificate in Global Ecology Education from Boston University, completed graduate work at Harvard and Georgetown in pharmacology and medicinal chemistry, and holds Certificates in Sexual Wellness, Community Herbalism, Advanced Herbalism, and Celtic Spirituality.
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Bridget additionally has provided private events for health and wellness since 2008 ranging from boutique pop-ups to corporate events, and served as the Private Events Manager at Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms for three years. As a former high school science teacher and college adjunct biology professor with CU Denver and Arapahoe Community College (ACC), Bridget continues to teach at her apothecary and as an offsite Instructor for ACC offering herbalism classes to the Littleton community.
