Remembering Food, Ritual, and Ocean Medicine for Black, Indigenous and Women of Color
Join us for an intimate coastal retreat centered on restoration, ritual, nourishment, reconnection, and embodied grounding through the relationships between food, ancestral memory, ocean, land, and body.
The Space That Will Hold Us
Where the mountain and desert meet the sea, Baja Serenity is an intimate eco-resort located in the heart of the Cabo Pulmo Marine Preserve.
This private 5-acre ocean front property kisses the Sea of Cortez, known for its warm and gentle waters.
Come and be held by the rhythms of the land and sea.
RESTORE. EXPLORE. RITUAL. CONNECTION
Ocean of My Body is a culturally rooted transformational experience grounded in ancestral memory, Indigenous foodways, nervous system restoration, reflection, ritual, and ocean connection.
Our days unfold at a gentle pace creating space for rest, play, and adventure through:
Healing Circles
land & sea connection
snorkeling
indigenous rituals
new moon ceremony
gentle movement
breathwork healing
deepening relationship with cacao
baja cooking class
botanical garden visit
desert hiking & kayaking experience
beach time
shared meals
rest & reflection
YOUR PLACE TO REST
Baja Serenity’s private eco-luxury bungalows offer a comfortable and peaceful place to rest, restore, and be held by the beauty of the surrounding landscape.
Accommodations include:
Queen or King bed
Ensuite bathroom
Easy beach access
3 farm & sea to table meals daily
transportation to and from los cabos international airport
SINGLE OCCUPANCY – $3,852
DOUBLE OCCUPANCY – $3,148
To reserve your space, a non-refundable deposit of $1,000 per person secures your place in the retreat.
Payment plans are available to support your participation.
The remaining balance is due by December 18, 2026.
MEET YOUR RETREAT FACILITATORS
Marla Teyolia is a Master Executive Coach, Strategic Advisor, + Wisdom Keeper reinventing how women Heal, Lead, & Rise.
Having facilitated over 50+ retreats across the United States, Europe, Mexico, Morocco, and the Ivory Coast, Marla is passionate about creating sacred spaces for women to do the deeply transformative, lineage-shifting work of healing themselves and reclaiming their power. As a sought after executive coach, she works with senior level executives, Founders, and Visionary Leaders .
Her family lineage is Indigenous to Mexico with her matrilineal line originating in the lands that are now known as San Jose del Cabo. This retreat is an extension of the legacy of healing and resistance of her ancestors.
Marla straddles multiple worlds: from her Ivy League training to her apprenticeships with curanderas and espiritistas. She apprenticed with Master Curandera, Elena Avila, for four years during her mid-20’s. This Mesoamerican, holistic healing system has deeply informed how she approaches transformational leadership development and growth – one connected to personal agency, community, lineage, and ritual. Deeply influenced by her own experiences and 25+ years of study in yoga, meditation, breathwork, somatic practices and trauma-informed healing, Marla brings all of these modalities to her retreats.
Dr. Claudia Serrato is a Xicana Indigenous culinary anthropologist, chef, educator, cultural practitioner, and public scholar whose work centers ancestral taste memory—the understanding that food carries memory, relationship, medicine, and ancestral knowledge across generations.
Raised in East Los Angeles on the foods, flavors, and teachings of her elders, Claudia has spent more than two decades sharing Indigenous and Mesoamerican foodways through workshops, retreats, cultural gatherings, culinary experiences, and educational programs. Through food, storytelling, and cultural teachings, she helps people reconnect with memory, belonging, and the wisdom carried through ancestral traditions.
Her connection to Baja California Sur is deeply personal. In the 1970s, her grandmother migrated from Michoacán to La Ribera, where her parents and extended family continue to live today. The region has long been a place of family, gathering, and nourishment, shaping her understanding of food, migration, memory, and home.
Claudia’s work has been featured by The New York Times, NPR’s Good Food, ABC News, Hulu, Tastemade, and Eater. At the heart of her work is a simple belief: ancestral knowledge lives in the foods we prepare, the flavors we remember, and the traditions we carry forward.
frequently asked questions
How do I get to Baja Serenity?
Participants are responsible for arranging their own airfare to and from Los Cabos International Airport (SJD).
To support your journey, group shuttle transportation between SJD and Baja Serenity will be provided. Please arrive by 2pm on Saturday April 3, 2027 to secure your spot on the arranged transportation. Shuttle details will be shared with all registered participants one month prior to the retreat.
Participants arriving or departing outside of the scheduled shuttle times will be responsible for arranging their own transportation.
What is included in the retreat fee?
Your retreat registration includes accommodations, daily meals, all retreat programming, and group outings as well as scheduled round-trip shuttle transportation between SJD Airport and Baja Serenity.
Airfare, travel insurance, spa services, gratuities, personal purchases, and transportation outside of scheduled shuttle times are not included.
What are the accommodation options?
Participants may choose either a private room (Single Occupancy) or a shared room (Double Occupancy) in Baja Serenity’s luxury bungalows.
- Single Occupancy: $3,852
- Double Occupancy: $3,148
What should I pack?
We recommend comfortable clothing, layers for cool evenings, walking shoes, water shoes, swimwear, sun protection, a reusable water bottle, and any personal items that support your comfort and wellbeing.
Do I need to bring a yoga mat or meditation cushions?
No. Basic props and supplies will be available. However, you are welcome to bring your own yoga mat, meditation cushion, journal, or any items that help you feel grounded and supported.
I need a roommate. How do I arrange that?
You can choose your own roommate (this needs to be a mutual decision between both women), or a roommate will be chosen for you.
Do you recommend purchasing travel insurance?
Yes. We strongly encourage all participants to purchase travel insurance. Travel insurance can help protect against unexpected flight disruptions, illness, emergencies, weather-related delays, and other unforeseen circumstances.
What meals are provided?
All meals are included throughout the retreat. Meals will be nourishing, seasonal, and rooted in the foods, flavors, and traditions of Baja California. The menu will be farm and sea to table featuring fresh local ingredients prepared with care and intention.
Please share any dietary restrictions, allergies, or food sensitivities during registration so we can do our best to accommodate your needs.
Can dietary needs be accommodated?
Please share any dietary restrictions, allergies, or food sensitivities during registration. We will do our best to accommodate your needs whenever possible.
Are gratuities included?
Gratuities are not included in the retreat fee. Throughout our time together, a dedicated team will help care for the spaces, meals, and daily operations that support our retreat experience.
We suggest a gratuity of approximately $10–15 per day (about $70–100 for the week). A collection box will be available on-site, and cash is appreciated.
What is the cancellation policy?
A non-refundable deposit of $1,000 per person is required to reserve your space.
All remaining balances must be paid in full by December 18, 2026.
Cancel on or before January 3, 2027: 100% refund minus deposit
Cancel between January 4, 2027 and February 3, 2027: 50% refund minus deposit
Cancel after Feb 4, 2027: No refund
If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your registration to another participant approved by the retreat organizers.
What happens in the event of unforeseen circumstances?
Neither the retreat organizers nor Baja Serenity shall be considered in breach of their obligations if the retreat is canceled, postponed, interrupted, or modified due to circumstances beyond their reasonable control. Such circumstances may include, but are not limited to, natural disasters, severe weather, acts of God, public health emergencies, government restrictions, labor strikes, power outages, transportation disruptions, civil unrest, or other force majeure events.
Should a force majeure event occur prior to the retreat, organizers reserve the right to cancel, postpone, or modify the retreat as necessary. In such cases, refunds cannot be guaranteed, and participants are responsible for any expenses incurred, including airfare, transportation, travel documents, accommodations, or other related costs.
We strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance to help protect your investment and cover unexpected travel interruptions or cancellations.
In the event that a force majeure situation occurs during the retreat, the safety and wellbeing of participants will remain our highest priority. Retreat organizers and Baja Serenity will determine the most appropriate course of action, which may include sheltering in place, modifying retreat activities, evacuation, or cancellation. Any additional accommodations, transportation, or related expenses resulting from such circumstances may be the responsibility of participants or their travel insurance provider.
Health, Safety & Assumption of Risk
Participants are responsible for their own physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing and are encouraged to consult with their healthcare providers regarding any concerns prior to attending. By registering, participants voluntarily assume responsibility for any risks associated with participation.