Inner Sun Retreat: Xinalani Resort, Mexico
June 20-25, 2026
What if you finally gave yourself permission to shine?
We’ve all felt it—that sense that we’re just practicing on the surface. We show up to the mat, we do the movements, but the "Inner Sun" we keep hearing about feels just out of reach, buried under the noise of a busy life.
You aren't doing anything wrong. You’ve just been acting as an apprentice to your own practice—learning the steps, following the rhythm, and waiting for that moment where it all finally clicks.
What if that "click" isn't something you have to work harder for? What if it’s something that happens naturally when you change the environment?
Wake up to the Ocean. Find your Inner Sun.
An invitation to step out of the "doing" and into the "being."
Join for a 5-day Summer Solstice journey at Xinalani, Mexico | June 20–25, 2026.
Imagine waking up to the rhythmic pulse of the Pacific, the air warm on your skin and the scent of salt on the breeze. Accessible only by boat, Xinalani is a sanctuary where the world falls away.
On the longest day of the year, join Martha for a five-day immersion into your own radiance. This isn't just a yoga retreat; it’s a recalibration of your spirit. Through the 5 Koshas, we’ll move from the physical body into deep, soul-level bliss—leaving you more "yourself" than you’ve felt in years.
There is a reason we are gathering on the Summer Solstice. It’s the longest day of the year—a natural peak of light. It’s the perfect container to stop "managing" your energy and start embodying it.
Imagine returning home not just "rested," but recalibrated. Not just as a student of yoga, but as the Artisan of your own inner peace.
Why You Need This
Expert Facilitation
You aren’t just "taking a class." You are being guided by Martha, who has navigated the energy of Xinalani for three years. Whether you are a seasoned yogi or a nervous beginner, you will feel seen, supported, and capable.
Unplugged Luxury
No cars, no traffic, no noise. Just lush jungle, steep stairs to keep you fit, and fresh, locally sourced meals prepared just for you.
The Power of Practice
Start your morning with Kundalini to spark your inner fire, and flow into your afternoon with Vinyasa or a lecture stabilize in the evenings with Restorative Yoga Nidra to anchor that energy into peace.
A "No-Pressure" Paradise
Yoga is always optional. Want to skip a session to hike to a waterfall, swim with dolphins, or disappear into a book on the beach? Do it. This time belongs to you.
"I was new and nervous, but Martha made it all possible."
Worried you aren't "good enough" at yoga? Don’t be. Our community is built on inclusion. Bring a partner who doesn't practice, or come alone and leave with lifelong friends. As past retreater Mary T. says, "I left feeling so different... I was allowed to take my time with it all."
Included For You
Xinalani is located on a gorgeous hillside surrounded by native plants with lush blossoms and fronds.
With the beach at the bottom and studios at the top with beautiful stairs in between you'll leave feeling stronger and more vibrant than when you arrived."
Every meal is prepared fresh daily for the guests. The resort will prepare a seasonal locally sourced food menu, including meat, fish, vegan or vegetarian options.
Expect fresh, delicious meals that can be tailored to your needs.
Classes start and end each day, giving you plenty of time in between to explore the town, kayak in the ocean, hike into the hills, or unwind with spa treatments.
Enjoy the beach and waves with a book in hand and hang out for as long as you like.
**Resort activities are available for additional costs and are easily booked through Xinalani.
The Daily Schedule
Step onto your mat for seasonal curated Kundalini sequence crafted for the Summer Solstice. Spend the day with your feet in the sand, laugh and eat with like-hearted souls, and fall asleep to the sound of the ocean. Come on this retreat and learn to move more fully into the incredible, multi-layered body of light.
Morning kundalini 7:30 – 9:00am
Breakfast9:00am
Morning activity11:00 - 1:00am
Lunch 2:00pm
Afternoon activity 3:00 - 5:00pm
Evening vinyasa / nidra 5 - 6:30pm
Dinner7:00pm
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"I expected to take most of the time to myself, but the others were so inclusive and inviting that I ended up doing partner poses and swimming with dolphins with people I'll know now as friends for good."
(Aunt) Patty, retreater (and friend)
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"Martha's classes, time to rest, great food, and time to read on my own. I'm finally feeling more like myself after too much work."
Lancy, former retreater
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"I know there were people there who knew Martha's yoga really well, but I was new to her and nervous. She made the postures and the ideas possible. I left feeling so different. I even got to like the crazy kundalini in the mornings because they were lighthearted and I was allowed to take my time with it all."
Mary T, retreater
Spaces at Xinalani are intimate and tend to fill quickly.
If you’ve been waiting for a sign to take a real breath and reset your nervous system, this is it.
Your Sanctuary
A variety of rooms are available to perfectly match your needs. Rooms are priced per person and include:
3 meals per day
Yoga classes
Round trip transport from the airport to the port then from the port to the resort.
To view photos of the rooms check out Xinalani Gallery, They are all beautiful!
Big Palapa (8 single beds) $1375 per person
Small Palapa (4 single beds)$1500 per person
Deluxe (2 twin or one king bed)2 people $1525 or 1 person $ 1975
Deluxe with AC2 people $1625 / 1 person $2175
Eco Chic2 people $1950 or 1 person $2825
Eco Chic with AC2 people $2075 or 1 person $3100
Beach Casita 2 people $2275 or 1 person $3500
Claim Your Sanctuary
Xinalani is a place unlike any other. Accessible only by boat, it is a literal sanctuary carved into the jungle hillside. We’re going there to celebrate the Summer Solstice by journeying through the 5 Koshas—moving from our physical bodies into our deepest state of bliss. Claim your spot before it is
We are so excited to invite you to the Inner Sun Retreat at Xinalani, June 20–25, 2026.
Use the form on this page to join the retreat and let us know which room you’d like, who is joining or send along any questions you have.
After booking, you will receive a welcome Email with everything you need to know—daily schedules, packing list recommendations, add-ons to consider, and more.
A non-refundable deposit to hold the room is $300. Full payment due by May 30th, 2026. Deposit can be paid by venmo @marhtamcalpine or by check to Martha McAlpine; 840 Oella Ave, apt 101, Ellicott City, MD 21043
Where We Go
Located on the Pacific coast of Mexico, Xinalani is accessible only by boat. We will be met at the airport and taken to the port where a resort boat will take us in a 45 minute ride along the coast to our gorgeous home for the week.
Xinalani Retreat
Playa Xinalani, Quimixto, 48399
Puerto Vallarta, Jal Quimixto, 48399 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime.
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What To Bring To Xinalani
Travel light! Some items recommended in your packing list:
Bathing Suit
Yoga Clothes
Sweater
Flips flops
Sneakers
Sunglasses
Hat
Cameras
Books
Flash lights
Mosquitoes Repellent
Sunscreen
Airpods, Earbuds or Noise cancelling headphones
Binoculars
Due to spotty cell service, credit card terminals on property are often slow and unreliable.
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Xinalani is only 12 miles south of Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR). Our 250-yard-wide secluded beach is accessible only by boat. Personalized transportation service is available for guests who’d like to be escorted from the airport to Xinalani.
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A schedule built for moving your body, connecting with the other attendees and recalibrating your spirit.
Morning kundalini: 7:30 – 9:00am
Breakfast: 9:00am
Morning activity: 11:00 - 1:00am
Lunch: 2:00pm
Afternoon activity: 3:00 - 5:00pm
Evening vinyasa / nidra: 5 - 6:30pm
Dinner: 7:00pm
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Xinalani is an eco-retreat. This means that during your stay, you'll mostly be off the grid. Don't worry—it's a blessing in disguise.
Please read XINALANI FAQ’s or contact them about questions directly.
