Bonus Life is a retreat to connect with others of a similar experience, to invigorate yourself into your new life, connect with others of a similar story with the chance to acknowledge your experiences in a supportive and loving environment.
If yes, then this retreat is for you!
Join a supportive community of people who have faced similar challenges
Grow in a nurturing environment guided by experienced facilitators and supported by peers
Reflect on your past experiences and recalibrate for a new chapter
Embrace your "bonus life" by exploring creative wellness through artmaking, journaling, and more
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We’ll use traditional artmaking tools as tools for expression as well as experiment with other media like natural textile dyeing, artists bookmaking and creative journaling. These meaningful artifacts will act as prompts for further exploration as well as a reminder of this transformational experience.
Feel invigorated and inspired as you embrace and navigate your new life path.
Renewed Inspiration
Gain insights and clarity through reflective and creative practices, helping you recalibrate and grow.
Personal Growth
Create personal art using various techniques and gain tools for ongoing creative exploration.
Creative Artifacts
Build meaningful relationships with others who have experienced similar life-changing events.
Enhanced Connection
By the end of the retreat, you can expect to return home with...
Where you will be staying
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Our villa-style hotel, set in one of Mexico’s most beautiful locations, offers a unique and tranquil retreat away from Chacala's bustling downtown. Enjoy spacious, clean, and comfortable rooms in a non-smoking, scent-free environment upon request. Affordable and inviting, our accommodations let you focus on exploring, savoring the pristine ocean, strolling the beach, and dining at excellent local restaurants.
Bonus Life RETREAT
Yoga Sessions
Journaling & Reflection
Alta Vista Excursion
Los Cuevos Excursion
Sound Bathing
Creative Connections Exhibition
Volcano Tour
Excursion Cooking Lesson
Tapas Evening Celebration
Small portable watercolour set and other art making materials you love (optional)
Camera/phone
Sunscreen/bug spray
Hat
Walking shoes
Tolerance for 27°C sun/shade
Ability to walk on uneven terrain, navigate stairs, and handle moderate walks
Your Retreat Checklist
What to Bring and Expect
Towels
Yoga Mats
Aprons
Acrylic Paints/Canvas
Natural Dyes & Textiles
Drawing Materials
No need to pack these, we’ll take care of it.
MATERIALS WE'll PROVIDE
$1,850
SHARED ROOM
Accommodation Options
Join Our 7-Day Retreat from March 8th to 15th 2024
Shared Bedroom with Twin Beds & Private Bath + Retreat Access + Meals
per person
$2,250
SINGLE ROOM
Private Single Bedroom with Queen Bed & Private Bath + Retreat Access + Meals
per person
$2,450
DELUXE ROOM
Private Deluxe Bedroom with King Bed & Private Bath + Retreat Access + Meals
per person
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Payment Plans Available
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Payment Plans Available
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Payment Plans Available
Meals away from the Casa (with the exception of the Tapas Celebration)
Alcohol
Extra Excursions
Flights & Travel Insurance
What is not covered in the cost:
MEET YOUR RETREAT FACILITATORS
KELLI MOFFAT
Cat Sivertsen, Vis Arts, MEd, is a mixed media artist, arts and wellness advocate, and educator. Her work, "sensibilities of place," uses natural printmaking to connect with the environment. After her experience with pancreatic cancer, she embraced her "bonus life" by helping others find wellness through creativity. Cat is a seasoned workshop leader, praised for creating meaningful and inspiring experiences. She was the Chacala Artist in Residence in 2024. Explore her portfolio at catsivertsen.ca and follow her on Instagram @catsivertsen. You'll love her!
KELLI MOFFAT
Cat Sivertsen
Cat Sivertsen
Cat Sivertsen
KELLI MOFFAT
Kelli Moffat BScN, MEd along with her husband Alex, own Casa del Caballo Sonodor. They found themselves in Chacala early in 2012 and instantly fell in love with the people, history and the natural beauty. In 2016 faced with having to reimagine life after Kelli's devastating car accident, they decided to develop this small hotel with the aim of sharing the unique community of Chacala and the energy found there with like-minded souls. Holding a retreat for survivors who may be at various stages of embracing their 'Bonus lives, has been part of Kelli's journey and their dream for their Mexican home.
KELLI MOFFAT
Cat Sivertsen
- 'Therapy' is not the goal of the retreat [nor is it ethically or legally possible], however we recognize it is a critical component in any healthy recovery of traumatic events. The overall goal of the retreat is to gather like-minded folk in an inspiring, creative and warm atmosphere to nurture growth - not only during the retreat but in continuum - long after we all go back home. Cat and Kelli believe this is their life work - perhaps the reason that they're still here!
- We have room for 8 people, possibly more if couples sign up together but we are trying to keep the numbers to 10.
- Absolutely! Please connect with Cat Sivertsen by email catsivertsen(at)gmail.com if you have any questions.
- Please contact your local vaccination clinic to find the recommendations for travel to Mexico. Keep in mind some vaccines take two weeks to be effective so do this early.
- We have a small medical clinic located nearby that can provide basic care/ antibiotics and larger hospitals for more complex issues are in nearby towns - these are not free but provide excellent care.
- Packages start at $1,850 for shared room $2,250 for single room and $2,450 for deluxe room. Please message 250-961-2351 for specific room prices and payment options. Deposit of $500 to secure space and 3 equal payments . Prices are in USD.
Frequently Asked Questions
Imagine hosting your next retreat right by the ocean, where the soothing sounds of the waves create the perfect backdrop for relaxation and reflection.
With the entire casa rented exclusively for you and your guests, you'll have a private, intimate setting to connect, rejuvenate, and create lasting memories.
Send us a message and let's make that happen!
contact us to INQUIRE
If you have any questions before booking your stay, please fill out the form below or email us at kelli9@telus.net. We will be in touch shortly!
