Aerial Arts, Acro, Yoga, & Adventure Retreat
Lake Atitlan, Guatemala!
6 Day/5 Nights
December 7th - 12th
This is going to be our BIGGEST Retreat yet!
Join us for an epic retreat in the magical town of San Marcos, in Lake Atitlan, Guatemala.
What makes this retreat so special?
World class coaching and over 25 hours of workshops/classes.
Many disciplines to choose from… silks, flying pole, high rope, lyra, partner acrobatics, acroyoga, fire dancing, yoga, handstands, and dance lifts.
You get to choose which discipline to focus on the most.
You get to choose your own adventures. Pick your favorites or pick them all!!! Hiking, waterfalls, cliff jumping, horse back riding, cultural experiences, cooking classes, ecstatic dance party, drum circles, breathwork, cacao ceremony, Temazcal experience, and more.
Each day will have a set schedule, but with space for you have “add on” activities or simply go on exploring on your own.
This week is designed to give you the opportunity to train across multiple disciplines or simply focus on your favorite. Whether you are here to deepen your aerial practice, refine your acro skills, or reconnect with your body, every day offers the space to follow what calls you most. Each day will be packed with workshops/classes (at least 3 per day), as well will have open jam time (with coaches) for you to reinforce what you have learned that day, or simply explore whichever discipline you like.
Our Program
Train, Evolve, Explore, Play
Urban Circus International is a cutting edge creative school offering Interdimensional entertainment specializing in Aerial Arts performance, production, and education. Urban Circus offers renown international study abroad program for Circus Arts, specializing in aerial, acro, & movement and located on Lake Atitlan, Guatemala.
Our guests will get to be a part of this amazing school and learn from the very best in the game!
Learn more about Urban Circus International, click here.
“Choose Your Own Journey”
At least 25 hours of workshops & daily “open gym”/jams.
Our program is designed to give you the opportunity to train across multiple disciplines while honoring your personal focus and goals.
You’ll have access to a wide range of aerial arts, including lyra, flying pole, rope, and silks, with world class instructors guiding you through technique, drills, and creative exploration. Each apparatus offers something unique—strength, fluidity, control, and artistic expression—and you’re free to dive deep into one or explore them all.
Alongside aerial, our acro yoga and partner acrobatics portion will offer daily workshops on L-basing Flows, Icarians, Dance Lifts, & Standing Acro (H2H). Our coaches will be focus on technique, body awareness/dynamic movement, communication, and trust, whether you're working on foundational flows or more advanced transitions. We will have access to “lines”, which will allow us to throw high level tricks safely.
Each day our guests will have open gym or “jam time”, where the training space will be open for you dive even deeper into your favorite discipline. Jams is where we get to play with each other and reinforce what we have learned.
To complement the intensity of training, we integrate yoga and mobility sessions designed to support recovery, flexibility, and longevity. These practices are not just add-ons—they are essential, helping you unlock new ranges of motion, prevent injury, and move more efficiently across all disciplines. We will also have access to recovery areas (sauna & cold plunge, add ons).
This is not a rigid schedule—it’s a dynamic environment where you get to choose your rhythm. Train hard, recover deeply, explore creatively, and build an experience that is entirely your own.
Each day will offer at least 3 variety of classes/workshops, including:
Aerial Arts: Silks, Lyra, Flying Pole, Rope.
Acro Yoga & Partner Acrobatics (Flows, Icarians, Dace Lifts, H2H)
Yoga, Movility, Handstands, & Flexibility
Breathwork & Meditation
Fire Dancing (Dragon Staff, Rings, Poi)
Our Training Space, Starry Mountain
“We have all the toys!”
One of our aerial training spaces takes place at Starry Mountain, a space intentionally created for movement, connection, and growth. Located on top of the mountain above Lake Atitlán, with views of the surrounding volcanoes and the lake, this open-air shala is the ideal setting to deepen your practice and take your acrobatics game to the next level.
Here, you’ll have access to a full range of aerial equipment, including pole, lyra, flying pole, rope, silks, and more. The setup allows for both structured workshops and open exploration, giving you the opportunity to refine your technique while also discovering new ways of moving and expressing yourself.
Adventure Time!
Who said you can’t level up AND have the trip of a life time?
Any direction you go, there is an adventure waiting for you at Lake Atitlán! You will be surrounded by volcanoes, beautiful viewpoints overlooking the lake, jungle paths leading to hidden gems, shops, and waterfalls, and a vibe that invites you to slow down and be present. It’s the kind of place that naturally encourages exploration, movement, and a sense of wonder.This retreat is about experiencing all of it—not just seeing it, but living it.
Some days might start/end with sunrise/sunset hikes, other moments are pure adrenaline—like cliff jumping into the lake, and horse back riding around the lake. We’ll explore the lake itself through boat tours, discovering hidden corners and vibrant nearby villages.
Adventure here also means connection—to culture, to nature, and to each other. You'll experience a traditional temazcal ceremony and a cacao ceremony, connecting deeply with yourself through antient rituals, heat, and release. You’ll taste rich local flavors through food experiences, and explore villages filled with color, artistry, and life. Whether it's wandering through local markets, swimming in the lake, or hiking to hidden waterfalls, every experience adds another layer.
There is also space for dancing and celebration. Ecstatic dance parties, live music jams, drum circles, and tasteful dinners will bring the group together in a way that feels raw, energizing, and deeply connected. Add in activities like paddleboarding or kayaking on the lake, wandering through local shops, bachata dancing, fire shows, and you begin to see the full picture. This retreat isn’t just one type of experience—it’s a rich, multi-layered adventure that engages every part of you.
Early Arrival/Late Departure
All our guests are welcome to arrive 2-3 days before the retreat. We will have activities, workshops, and jams ready for you. These 2-3 days will be at the guest’s expense.
POST RETREAT (Dec. 13th-17th)
For the more adventurous travelers, we are offering a 5 day trip to the beautiful city of Antigua & a hike up the famous Volcan De Fuego. Antigua is known for being one of the best and most beautiful towns in Central America; this colonial style town sit right in front of several volcanos and is full of culture and history. The hike up Volcan Fuego is a famous hike that culminates in sitting on top of a volcano and seeing it erupt just 200 feet from you. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to see lava up real close.
This add on is an extra $650 for the 5 dys (food not included).
Who is this retreat for?
This retreat is for the kind of person who loves training with a community of people passionate about leveling up and who loves saying yes to new experiences. You might be an aerialist, an acro person, a yogi, or simply someone who loves to move and express. What matters most is that you’re open—to learning, to connection, and to stepping into something different.
You’re drawn to places that feel alive, not just beautiful. You want to train in inspiring environments, meet people from around the world, and immerse yourself in cultures that expand your perspective. You value both growth and joy—the challenge of learning new skills, and the freedom of exploring and playing.
You don’t need to fit into a box to be part of this. This space attracts people who are adventurous, curious, and passionate about life. If you’re looking for an experience where you can push your edges, meet your people, and create memories that feel bigger than just a vacation, this retreat was made for you.
What To Expect/
Highlights
Adventures & Excursions
Sunrise hikes
Horse back riding
Ecstatic dance party
Cacao Ceremony
Temazcal Experience
Waterfall Adventure
Cliff Jumping & Lake Day Adventure
Boat Adventures
Fire Shows
Town Exploring
Add ons available after the retreat is over
Antigua/Volcano 5 day adventure
Workshops, Classes, Training
Over 25 hours of workshops/classes
Aerial Arts: flying pole, lyra, silks, high rope,
Acroyoga & Partner Acrobatics: L-basing flows, Icarian, standing acro, H2H
Two training spaces, one with lines to throw advance skills.
Handstand workshops & access to canes.
Morning yoga
Daily jam time
Fire dancing
Professional Photoshoot/Videos
Packages
Stay, Train, & Adventure
These packages include:
Your stay, several options (private, shared, deluxe).
All workshops/classes, jams, and access to training areas all week.
All adventures!
Transport to all adventures, workshops, and classes.
Not Included: Food
Starting at $1250
Click “Book Now” to see all the packages.
Train & Gym Access
This package includes all workshops and access to training areas.
Not Included: Stay, Adventures, Food, Trasnport.
You can still choose to join us on some (or all) adventures as “ad ons”.
Package $800
***San Marcos is known for having endless restaurants, caffees, and markets at very affordable prices ($6-$12 per meal). So, food options are easily available and with endless options.
Daily Schedule
Each day will offer different workshops & adventures. Here are two examples:
Day #2
7:45 Morning Yoga
9:00 Breakfast
10:30 Aerial Silks Workshop
12:45 Lunch
2:30 Flying Pole Workshop
4:30 Acro Workshop
6:00 Open Jam/Stretching
7:30 Dinner/Fun Night Out
Day #3
7:45 Morning Yoga
8:45 Breakfast
10:00 Lyra Workshop
12:00 Lunch
1:30 Departure For San Pedro, Horse Back Riding
4:00 San Pedro Exploring
6:00 Open Jam Dinner
7:30 Dinner/Fun night Out
Meet Your Facilitators
Kaleesa 🇱🇧 - Kaleesa Seanna is an Aerialist, Artist, & Entrepreneur who has spent her life touring, performing, and teaching people how to fly around the world.
Specializing in Aerial, Acro Duo, and Horses, Kaleesa combines her love of love with a passion for change, using her art to tell stories that move the world towards more equality for all.
Featured in shows created for Cirque du Soleil, Beyoncé, the Roots, and many more, Kaleesa created over 1000 works for stage and screen. Now based in Lake Atitlan, Guatemala, she is now focused on running aerial & movement programs for all levels, from Retreats to Professional Training programs specializing in Aerial Arts Performance, Production, and Education.
Click here to learn more about Kalhesa and her projects.
Nesto 🇻🇪 is a Venezuelan psychologist, world traveler, and lifelong athlete who’s obsessed with movement, culture, and helping people feel more alive. He’s explored dozens of countries, immersed himself in different communities, spent years teaching partner acrobatics to people of all levels, and now loves guiding people through experiences that open the mind, expand their perspectives, and level up their acro skills.
His background in psychology and human development helps him support others with clarity and compassion, while his years in sports—both as a competitor and a coach—give him a unique, grounded approach to growth.
Nesto’s love for building connections with people, coupled with his adventurous spirit and fun personality, helps create a welcoming environment where participants feel at ease and are encouraged to embrace new experiences.
Connect with Nesto on IG @Nestovamos @VamosExperiences
San Marcos
Lake Atitlan, Guatemala
San Marcos
Lake Atitlán is known as one of the most stunning lakes in the world. This lake is surrounded by volcanic peaks, and 7 small towns (or villages) each offering a unique cultural experience. The only modes of transportation are tuk tuks and boats, which makes everywhere you go a fun adventure. The mayority of the local population is of Mayan decent, and their first language is Mayan, these are some of the few towns in the region where the mayority of the population is Mayan decendent.
San Marcos offers a completely different pace of life. This lakeside village is intentionally simple, walkable, and deeply connected to nature. It has become a hub for nomads, yoga, healing, and movement practices, making it the ideal location for our retreat. You’ll spend your days moving between the training space, the lake, and hidden gems around the lake.
Each nearby village offers its own traditions, energy, and artistry, offering opportunities to explore beyond San Marcos. The food is vibrant and nourishing, the people are warm, and the environment feels alive with history and meaning. Together, it creates an experience that is not just scenic—but deeply immersive and unforgettable.
