You. Me. On a beach. With unlimited guacamole. 🥑
Sounds amazing, right?
Being online has allowed us to stay connected but if you’re ready to meet up in real life with other Mavens…
You’re invited to…
play on the beach,
eat the best tacos,
and move your body every day.
Join me March 12-18, 2025 in Puerto Vallarta, MX for the Mavens Retreat!
This retreat is for you if…
want to work with Alex in person for a mobility program that will get you stronger without getting hurt
like to have fun and laugh until your sides hurt while watching the sunset over the ocean
Life-Changing Classes
While fun is one of our main focuses, the theme of this retreat is “keeping it simple”.
“What would this look like if it were easy?”
is a life-changing question when applied to your mobility, bodywork, mindfulness and wellness.
And, let’s be honest, pretty much everything else.
✋ You’ve stopped and started with mobility more times than you can count.
😑 And you’re bored of doing the same 10 exercises you got from physical therapy anytime things flare up.
📍 You want an easy-to-follow plan that makes sense for your body, your goals, and your life.
🙈 Not hours a day of clamshells and side planks, but innovative exercises that will build strength from every angle, without getting hurt.
And that’s exactly what you’ll learn in our daily classes at the Mavens Retreat.
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This is not your run-of-the-mill, dorm living, cafeteria eating retreat.
The entire experience is curated and personalized so you can just show up and enjoy yourself. Our expert-led classes and activities will leave you feeling rejuvenated and inspired. The villa staff coordinates everything – from custom-crafted daily meals to massages in your room and beach outings.
The Mavens retreat isn’t just a vacation…
…it’s an opportunity to learn and grow, surrounded by like-minded people who are on the same journey.
schedule
Our movement sessions are in the morning before breakfast with mindfulness and meditation sessions after dinner.
You’ll have plenty of time each day for free time.
*schedule subject to change
Day 1
Arrival and check-in.
Meet the rest of your new Mavens Retreat friends. After a delicious dinner, you’ll cap off the night with some gentle movement to help you unwind from the stress of travel and slip into the deepest sleep of your life.
Day 2
Bodywork 101
Learn how to incorporate therapy ball massage into your regular wellness routine so you don’t have to wait for a monthly massage. Consistent bodywork improves tissue health, enhances circulation and blood flow, and reduces full-body tension. (Can you say goodbye tension headaches!?)
Day 3
Start With Your Center
We’ll work on the techniques that to help you build sustainable core strength from the inside out. Plus, when you know how to start from your center, every move you do continues to build strength, instead of wearing you down. Most injuries happen because of a lack of core coordination and strength, and when you know how to move smarter, you’ll continue to get stronger in a body that is structurally sound.
After dinner, we’ll curl up with the best snacks for Mavens Movie Night. The film? I’m keeping it a surprise for now, but it’s a hilarious classic. Exactly what you want when watching a movie with your new travel besties!
Day 4
Building Sustainable Strength
When you know how to move smarter you can build core strength and prevent injuries just from the way you move. I’ll teach you the BIG 3 movements, foundational for a healthy (and sustainable) strength building practice.
Day 5
Tacos + Sweets Tour
After sleeping in and a slow Sunday morning, we’ll spend the afternoon with a taste and tour of the Zona Romántica and the best flavors in all of Puerto Vallarta!
Day 6
Tie everything you’ve learned together with your personalized mobility workout plan (aka the AmplifyU Plan) with the perfect blend of bodywork, stretching, and strength for your body. You’ll know exactly what body areas to focus on for the best results AND how to update it as you get stronger and out of pain.
After dinner, enjoy our Skin Fitness Session with an expertly curated facial (products included) we’ll do together so you can pamper yourself from the outside in. You’ll head home with glowy, hydrated skin that looks as good as you feel inside!
Day 7
Breakfast and Departure
The worst part is goodbye 😭 But you’ll be heading home feeling well-rested with a new mobility plan that’s simple enough that you can actually do it.
optional add ons
HOUR LONG 1:1 WITH ALEX so you can check in on your form and get to the root of why you’re still having pain (current Movement Mavens only)
MOVEMENT MAVENS APP REFRESHER so you can learn how to make the most out of the Movement Mavens mobile app and website. If you’ve been wondering where to find Trapezius Tension Tamer or the Knee Pain Workout – this session is for you.
IN VILLA MASSAGE Immerse yourself in pure bliss as our skilled therapists work their magic, melting away tension and leaving your muscles relaxed and your mind at ease. Whether you crave a deep tissue massage or the soothing embrace of a Swedish massage, this exceptional experience will leave you feeling utterly pampered and revitalized. (*additional fees apply)
Give yourself the gift of a relaxing and fun vacation where you won’t have to lift a single finger.
….no planning the itinerary
….no deciding when and where to eat
…no cleaning up after everyone
…no achy body from travel and sleeping on a weird mattress
I’ve got it covered.
All you have to do is show up.
The Mavens Retreat will help you reset your habits and routines so you can return home with a concrete plan to feel strong, grounded and more relaxed than ever before.
This retreat is 100% yours.
Participate in as much or as little as you want. Want to spend the day poolside reading Reese’s latest pick? You do you, boo.
We’re here to make this adventure work for you – not the other way around.
Movement classes in the morning and mindfulness at night will help you find your center again. Enjoy free afternoons to join us for group activities or to relax.
The choice is always 100% yours.
what you get
🤸♀️ DAILY MOVEMENT CLASSES to unwind soreness, tension and pain throughout your entire body. Every class is tailored to your needs and will teach you how to build sustainable strength, long after you get home.
🥘 GOURMET MEALS where you’ll enjoy fresh and delicious meals prepared by an expert chef so you can forget about meal prep and planning for a few days. And yes, we will cater to any and all dietary preferences.
🧘♀️ GUIDED MINDFULNESS AND RELAXATION at the end of each day with different research-backed techniques to help you increase focus, create a deep sense of mental clarity and better manage stress, even when you get home.
📚 BOOK CLUB BEACH DAY so you can make a dent in that TBR pile and grab your favorite book to join us for a relaxing afternoon on the sand. No book? No problem! Enjoy a relaxing afternoon on the beach regardless.
🏊♀️ NIGHTLY POOL PARTY so you can cool down and relax before drifting off to sleep. Plus, just being in water helps improve lymphatic draining and reduce swelling. It’s a win, win!
🧖♀️ SKIN FITNESS SESSION with an expertly curated facial (products included) we’ll do together so you can pamper yourself from the outside in. You’ll be ready for your beachy no-makeup selfie (if you want)!
Plus, these bonuses:
🌮 TACO + SWEETS TOUR for a taste and tour of the Zona Romántica and the best flavors in all of Puerto Vallarta!
🛍️SWAG BAG with everything you need to stay relaxed, hydrated, and pampered!
👩🏫 HOUR LONG 1:1 WITH ALEX so you can check in on your form and get to the root of why you’re still having pain (current Movement Mavens only)
special thanks to our sponsors
March 12-18, 2025 | Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
What’s included?
Your room, breakfast, lunch, daily classes, breakout sessions, taxes, and gratuities.
What’s NOT included?
Air travel, transportation, and any additional excursions or spa treatments you decide to book (because we have those too!)
PRICING
MAVENS 👉 $3800 USD until Dec 1, 2024, then $4560 USD
NON MAVEN 👉 $4600 USD until Dec 1, 2024, then $5520 USD
SHARED 👉 $5900 USD until Dec 1, 2024, then $7080 USD
🐥 LAST CHANCE DISCOUNT 🐥
save $200 off all registrations!
MAVENS - $3600 USD
NON MAVEN - $4400 USD
SHARED - $2850 per person USD
(last chance discount valid until Nov 3 2024 only)
No fee for payment plans and NO refunds.
MAVEN
$600 deposit, then 4 equal payments- Private room w/king-sized bed, ensuite bathroom, wifi, A/C and ceiling fan.
- 🤸♀️ DAILY MOVEMENT CLASSES
- 🥘 GOURMET MEALS
- 🧘♀️ GUIDED MINDFULNESS AND RELAXATION
- 📚 BOOK CLUB BEACH DAY
- 🏊♀️ NIGHTLY POOL PARTY
- 🧖♀️ SKIN FITNESS SESSION
- 🛍️SWAG BAG
- 🎥 MAVENS MOVIE NIGHT
- 🌮 TACOS + SWEETS TOUR
- 👩🏫1:1 SESSION WITH ALEX
- 🍹 MOCKTAIL HOUR
- 🍽️ EXCLUSIVE LUNCH WITH ALEX (MM Experience Members only)
- (for Current Movement Mavens members)
NON MAVEN
$600 deposit, then 4 equal payments- Private room w/king-sized bed, ensuite bathroom, wifi, A/C and ceiling fan.
- 🤸♀️ DAILY MOVEMENT CLASSES
- 🥘 GOURMET MEALS
- 🧘♀️ GUIDED MINDFULNESS AND RELAXATION
- 📚 BOOK CLUB BEACH DAY
- 🏊♀️ NIGHTLY POOL PARTY
- 🧖♀️ SKIN FITNESS SESSION
- 🛍️SWAG BAG
- 🎥 MAVENS MOVIE NIGHT
- 🌮 TACOS + SWEETS TOUR
- 👩🏫1:1 SESSION WITH ALEX
- 🍹 MOCKTAIL HOUR
- 🍽️ EXCLUSIVE LUNCH WITH ALEX (MM Experience Members)
Shared
$600 deposit, then 4 equal payments- Bring your bestie and share a private room w/king-sized or two single beds, ensuite bathroom, wifi, A/C and ceiling fan.
- Open to sharing a room with another attendee? Click here to get on the shared room waitlist
- 🤸♀️ DAILY MOVEMENT CLASSES
- 🥘 GOURMET MEALS
- 🧘♀️ GUIDED MINDFULNESS AND RELAXATION
- 📚 BOOK CLUB BEACH DAY
- 🏊♀️ NIGHTLY POOL PARTY
- 🧖♀️ SKIN FITNESS SESSION
- 🛍️SWAG BAG
- 🎥 MAVENS MOVIE NIGHT
- 🌮 TACOS + SWEETS TOUR
- 👩🏫1:1 SESSION WITH ALEX
- 🍹 MOCKTAIL HOUR
- 🍽️ EXCLUSIVE LUNCH WITH ALEX (MM Experience Members)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is retreat?
March 12-18, 2025 in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
What airport do I fly into?
Where is the event being held?
Do you offer payment plans?
What if I need to cancel?
Your payment is non refundable, so please be sure your calendar is clear before booking.
I strongly recommend trip insurance (especially if you are concerned about emergency cancellation).
What’s included? What isn’t?
Included: 6 nights stay in a private room with ensuite bath, daily movement and mindfulness classes, breakfast and lunch, snacks and drinks, equipment, gratuity, and taxes.
NOT included: airfare, and any add-ons.
What should I wear?
You don’t need shoes for meditation or movement, but will probably want at least a pair of sneakers/hiking shoes and flip flops.
Bring a swimsuit if you want to go to the pool, hot tub, or ocean.
Is this only for Movement Mavens?
Current Movement Mavens will get priority booking and access to exclusive events. Learn more about joining Movement Mavens here.
Can I bring my family?
I'm not in shape! Is this still right for me?
What if I don't know anyone? Can I come alone?
Absolutely! Most of our retreaters are returnees and/or traveling alone. You will be with your people. I promise. And, if you need alone time, you do you, boo. This retreat is 100% what you need and want it to be. Spend as much or as little time with the group as you want.
We will also have two pre-trip kick-off virtual calls so you can get to know one another before your feet hit the ground in PV.
Check out this video to meet some of the folks who join me for retreats.
I think I want to do this but I’m nervous
What's it like to travel with you?
Think of me as your nerdy party planner who is there to make sure you have an amazing time.
I will push you in class to work harder and laugh harder than you ever have and help you get deeply relaxed.
That being said, I also have 2763912 different variations for everything we do so that you have the best experience that feels right for you and your body.
And that’s the best part of being together in person! I can see how you’re moving and make changes in the moment so you can safe and strong in every exercise.
You can expect not to take anything too seriously – except the guacamole. Because that’s very important.
I have another question.
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Hi, I’m Alex Ellis
Mobility Coach and host of The Body Nerd Show
Hi I’m Alex and I’m a recovering overachiever perfectionist.
I’m still a people pleaser, but in the last decade of fitness and wellness coaching, I’ve learned what strategies work to help me keep my cool, even when life is swirling like a hurricane around me.
I used to be the woman who numbed out with beer, chocolate, and mindlessly scrolling through social media.
And every time I saw someone else on an amazing vacation or exotic retreat, I always thought “must be nice”.
But then I went on a retreat. It wasn’t until the 3rd day, standing in the sunshine, that I felt what it actually meant to be relaxed for the first time in my life.
Sure, I was practicing #selfcare when I remembered, but the tiny bit of relief it would bring paled in comparison to how I felt when I deliberately spent time doing what I wanted to do.
I’m not perfect and I don’t have all the answers – but I can help guide you toward the most relaxed version of yourself. And give you all the tools you need so you can help yourself.