Summary
We invite women leaders from all walks of life to reconnect with their hearts and true purpose. You deserve rest—because so much depends on it, and because rest is essential for growth.
Join us to connect meaningfully with like-minded leaders in a safe and healing environment. Participate in soul-nurturing activities. The bonds formed here will endure long after the retreat ends. Become part of our supportive community.
Activites
Experience cultural healing exchanges, restorative workshops, soulful conversations, peer connection circles, and creative practices. Enjoy serene surroundings, mindfulness sessions, and tools for sustainable self-care—designed to renew, inspire, and transform. Some of the activities that are included:
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Zumba
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Yoga
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African and IndigenousMexican dance therapies
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Water aerobics
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Poolside access
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Beach access
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Dance therapy
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Sound healing
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Soulful conversations
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Cleansing by fire and energetic shifting
and more...
Venues
Our activities take place in a variety of natural settings, including a river, a beach, and a botanical garden, as well as in stunning man-made sanctuaries:
Villa del Palmar Flamingos Resort – A beachfront resort offering breathtaking ocean views, world-class amenities, and a serene atmosphere. It’s an ideal setting for relaxation and rejuvenation.
Terra Noble Retreat Center – A peaceful sanctuary nestled in the hills of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Surrounded by lush greenery and ocean views, Terra Noble blends natural elements with artistic design to create a tranquil space for reflection, connection, and personal growth. Its sacred energy and awe-inspiring vistas foster transformation and meaningful connections.
Retreat Program
April 9 - Evening:
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Welcome Dinner at the Italian Restaurant
April 10 - Day 1: Retreat Opening
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9:00 AM: Welcome and Opening at Breakfast on the Beach
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11:00 AM: Self-determined time with options for excursions and self-facilitated activities
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Self-Facilitated Lunch: Provided, on your own or in a group
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Self-Facilitated Dinner: Provided, on your own or in a group
April 11 - Day 2
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7:00 AM - 8:00 AM: Breakfast on-site
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9:00 AM: Workshop Part 1 at Vallarta Botanical Garden
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Start in conversation
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Enjoy the grounds
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Collective walk to the river
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Refreshments and lunch
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Lunch: At the Botanical Gardens
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Workshop Part 2 at Terra Noble
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Sound Healing
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Fireside
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Dancing and Releasing
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Cleansing by fire and energetic shifting
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Late Self-facilitated Dinner: On-site
April 12 - Day 3: Retreat Closing
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Breakfast and Check-Out
Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta is a vibrant coastal city on Mexico’s Pacific Riviera, known for its stunning beaches, charming cobblestone streets, and rich cultural heritage.
Surrounded by lush jungles and the sparkling ocean, it offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and modern amenities. With its welcoming atmosphere, vibrant art scene, and tranquil surroundings, Puerto Vallarta is the ideal destination for relaxation, reflection, and rejuvenation.
Stay With Us
Participants are responsible for booking their own accommodations. Our top recommendation is Villa del Palmar Flamingos Resort, where we have reserved multiple rooms for our participants. By staying in these reserved rooms, you can take advantage of discounted rates.
Two options are available:
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Shared Room –
Share a room with another participant for
$400 total (3 nights) -
Private Room –
Enjoy a private room for
$800 total (3 nights)
Staying at this resort offers deeper integration into the participant community and ensures you experience everything the retreat has to offer.
Other Accomodation Options
Below are our other recommended options, selected based on their proximity to the retreat venue and quality of the properties:
1. Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa
2. Krystal Grand Nuevo Vallarta
Additional Activities
Purchased separately from trusted providers
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Cacao ceremonies
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Temazcal rituals
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Sound healing
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Ice baths
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Meditations
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Somatic healing yoga
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Snorkeling
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Dolphin adventure
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Adrenaline adventures
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Island discovery
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Sea Lion encounters
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ATV safari
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Parasailing
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Pueblos
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Sayulita
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Scuba diving
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Hiking
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Biking
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Ziplining
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Luxury sailing
What it will look like
Hosts
Farah Tanis
Farah Tanis is a wellness advocate dedicated to empowering women through healing and self-care. As the co-founder of BWB and Restore Forward, she brings decades of experience in creating safe spaces for personal growth and transformation. Farah’s retreats focus on nurturing resilience, fostering community, and guiding women toward holistic well-being.
Dailisha Rodriguez
Dailisha Rodriguez, Executive Director of Hey There Beautiful Foundation, is an award-winning coach and TEDx speaker specializing in transformative workshops. She empowers women to heal, reclaim their dreams, and lead fulfilling lives through storytelling, social-emotional learning, and self-development practices
Kim Waldon
Kim Waldon is a dedicated nonprofit leader with over 15 years of experience in community programs and team management. As Executive Director of the Mount Vernon Family YMCA since 2010, she leads a team of over 40 staff and oversees a $3 million budget, with programs like the $250k SRO Resident Program and the Warm Center for the unhoused.
Before this, Kim was the Senior Youth & Family Director at the West Side YMCA in NYC, managing a $5 million budget and running youth programs, summer camps, and afterschool initiatives funded by a $300k city contract. Kim is passionate about making a positive impact and helping others thrive.
Yurani Cubillos
Yurani Cubillos is a passionate visual artist and organic social media manager dedicated to empowering women and elevating their projects and visions. With a deep commitment to collaboration and community, Yurani combines her artistic creativity and expertise in social media to help women-led initiatives thrive.
Her work emphasizes building meaningful connections, celebrating the power of women working together, and creating lasting change through innovative and intentional efforts
Who are we?
We are Restore Forward (restoreny.org), a wellbeing movement with a healing space located on 300 acres of land in central New York.
Our mission is to support individuals on their journey to personal transformation, empowerment, and growth through holistic practices, community connection, and restorative experiences. With a focus on healing the mind, body, and spirit, we offer a sanctuary for those seeking balance, clarity, and purpose.
At Restore Forward, we believe in the power of nature, community, and mindful living to guide people towards a healthier, more fulfilled life.
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