3 nights, 4 days
12 person retreat
Highlights
Learn how to handstand in 4 days! Guided by one of Ecuador's Handstand Masters.
Details
Learn how to do a Handstand in 4 days in Ecuador! If you’ve always dreamed of being able to do a handstand, then this handstand retreat is for you! Over the course of 4 days, we’ll explore a variety of practices such as mindfulness meditation, Animal Flow, strength and mobility training, and Yin Yoga — all designed to prepare you for your handstand journey. During these four days, you’ll learn exercises that help you become comfortable being upside down and guide you step by step toward your handstand. Get trained by one of Ecuador's Handstand Masters, Mario Mario is the ultimate handstand master! Born and raised in Ecuador, he is currently traveling throughout the country, teaching yoga, meditation, and a variety of movement practices. As a handstand master himself, he’s passionate about turning upside down and excited to accompany Handstand Camp participants on their very own journey toward doing a handstand. 4 days of workshops & fun at The BELL Center The Handstand Camp will take place at The BELL Center, a beautiful mindfulness and surf center on the coast of Ecuador. Located in the peaceful town of Ayampe, the center offers a stunning jungle shala with views over the ocean. Here, we will open our minds and bodies to prepare for handstand practice — and enjoy plenty of opportunities to turn ourselves upside down. Daily mindful schedule For this retreat you have the opportunity to either stay full time at The BELL Center, or just come up to join the daily Handstand Practice. We start at 8:00 am in the mornings with meditation, then procede with further movement and mindfulness practices. You will be served brunch around 11:00am/12:00pm and have a chance to rest before the second part of the workshops in the afternoon. We end every day around 3/4:00 pm. Staying at the center vs private accommodation For this retreat, you can choose to stay at The BELL Center or opt for private accommodation in nearby towns (Ayampe, Las Tunas, etc.). If you stay at the center, a light breakfast will be provided each morning. Regardless of where you stay, brunch will be served for the entire workshop group. If you choose not to stay at the center, a shuttle will be available to pick you up from the local bus station in Ayampe each morning and bring you back around 3/4:00 pm every day.
Venue
The Bell Center
5 ★ 52 Reviews
Our brand new surf and meditation center was built with massive amounts of love specifically for the purpose of immersing you in our unique programs for mindfulness, meditation, movement, yoga, breathwork, surf and more. Beautiful bamboo roofs curve like waves over smooth, cool concrete, with every nook and cranny intentionally designed to make you feel at home.
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Kitchen
Free Parking
Bathroom
Accommodation
Luxury Dorm Room with Shared Bathroom
6-person shared room
$598 USD / person
Retreat Access without Accommodation
For those who prefer to handle their own lodging arrangements
$333 USD total
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The BELL Center is located near the cozy coastal town of Ayampe, Ecuador and offers an exceptionally unique environment for a retreat. Our brand new structure is designed to blend into the sights, sounds, and smells of nature all around, where you can wake up and be surrounded by panoramic views of the ocean and rainforest-covered mountains. For this retreat, you’ll be sharing your living space with the other retreat participants. However, everyone will have their own bed, as well as space for privacy & to store belongings. NOTE: Staying at The BELL Center is optional. If you prefer to stay somewhere else in town, we will organize Shuttles to take you too and from the retreat space in the mornings and evenings.
Meals
Meals provided
Brunch
Diets catered
Vegetarian · Vegan · Gluten-free · Dairy-free · Nut Allergy Friendly
4 Nourishing Vegetarian Meals There will be a nourishing vegetarian brunch every day around noon for the retreat participants. If you stay at the center, a light breakfast is also included before the start of the first session.
Testimonials
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Host
Anna Schlegel
Ecuador
Anna has been teaching meditation, yoga, breathwork & movement all over the world for the last 9 years. Always on a mission to help people live a healthy, fulfilled life in the present moment. She st...
3 languages
English, Deutsch, and Español
Teaching for 9 months
Joined Insight Timer in May 2025
What's Included
Opening Ceremony
Strength & Mobility Training
Animal Flow
Handstand Workshop
Meditations in the mornings
Guided Movement and Breathwork
Closing Ceremony with Cacao
Equipment
Plenty of Free Time
Unlimited Access to water and a Variety of Tea
3 Nourishing Meals per day
Accommodation (to those who booked)
Not Included
Flights
Airport Transfer
Travel Insurance, Vaccines, etc.
Accommodation (not included who booked commuter option only)
FAQs
Cancellation policy
The remaining balance for the retreat is due 30 days prior to the start date. If this balance is paid earlier than these 30 days, you are eligible to cancel and receive a full refund of this remaining balance, provided you do so at least 30 days before the retreat begins.
