2023 Sarga Mexico Immersion Retreat

108 Calle Rangel, Todos Santos, BCS, MX 23880

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Amy Hastanan
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Nov 2 - 7, 2023
Group size: 8 - 13
2023 Sarga Mexico Immersion Retreat
108 Calle Rangel, Todos Santos, BCS, MX 23880

Amy Hastanan
  • Facebook verified
10 reviews

Nov 2 - 7, 2023
Group size: 8 - 13

About this trip

THIS COURSE IS CONFIRMED.

Minimum attendance has been met.

Sarga Bodywork's signature barefoot myofascial massage techniques in Todos Santos, Mexico (November 2023) using our unique equipment designs which facilitate a creative, efficient, and completely mobile application of these techniques. 


This retreat has both PACKAGE and A LA CARTE.


PACKAGE INCLUDES (101 + 102)

- Lodging for 7 nights

- Daily Breakfast

- Shuttle from San Jose del Cabo (SJD) airport

- All Equipment and Linens for class included

- A total of 6 consecutive course days and 7 nights at La Boemia Boutique Hotel with breakfast 

There are 3 package options:

Queen Suite

Deluxe Suite

Shared Family Suite - sharing with 1 other student 2 beds same room; 1 shared bath


A LA CARTE INCLUDES (101 ONLY)

- No lodging, breakfast, or transport

- Tuition ONLY

- All Equipment and Linens for class included


Please Note: You are registering for a “Raised Table” course; meaning  that the full course will be taught on raised tables. Dropping the table to floor will only be done for demo purposes or if required for safety; square footage of rental site permitting. If you are interested in floor courses only please contact Sarga Bodywork directly.

Retreat Location & Venue

Venue: La Bohemia Baja in Todos Santos, Mexico (Baja California Sur).


Check In: 4pm on Wednesday 11/01/2023

Check Out: 11am on Wednesday 11/08/2023


3 Suites types have been blocked for the entire course:


2 x Queen Suites Sleeps 1-2 adults; includes, free Wifi, aromatherapy shampoo, conditioner, body lotion and soap, luxury bed linens, mattresses are cool tech memory foam with hypo-allergenic synthetic down comforters and pillows.


2 x Deluxe Casitas  are private, standalone buildings with a full bedroom, cushioned seating nook and roomier bathrooms. 


1 x Family Casitas Sleep 2 adults; one King bed and one Queen in the same room. Private entrance.  Both beds are in shared same room ; no kitchen.


Policies

ARRIVAL + DEPARTURE 

• Please notice the course dates and time. If you are arriving from out of town, please book your flights so that you arrive (at least) the day before the first day of class and leave (at least) the day after the last day of class. Since we are an NCBTMB approved CE course in which you receive 24 CE credit hours for 101 and 12 Ce credits for 102, all class time must be allotted for to receive your Certificate of Completion.

• We highly suggest that you book refundable travel arrangements until your course is confirmed (meets minimum enrollment), and that you purchase flexible airline tickets/travel insurance if you are arriving from out-of-town.  • If we have not reached the required minimum student enrollment up to 30 days prior to the class start time, Sarga Bodywork reserves the right to postpone a course to a later time or to cancel it altogether. In such an event, registrants have the choice to either transfer to another course without paying the transfer fee, or to be refunded their full payment.

• Class times are always 10:00am - 5:00pm (with a one-hour lunch break between noon and 2pm each day). Please arrive a few minutes early, or with enough time to get settled before class begins and allow up to 30 minutes "flex time" after 5pm each class day.

• Since we are a certified NCBTMB CEU provider, any missed class time has to be made up, case by case; which could require a retake if any portion of class is missed.


CANCELLATION POLICY

Your course tuition is non-refundable. If you cannot attend you tuition is good for 1 year and you may apply it to any Sarga Bodywork Course, location, dates, instructor, within 1 year of original booking. Transfer fees and rate increases may apply.


TRANSFER POLICY

• You may transfer out of a course up to 60 days before the course. However, in the case of a Pop-Up your tuition is non-transferable and non-refundable due to the short lead time. However, if I cannot meet the minimum student capacity and cancel the course prematurely I will refund your tuition without penalty.

•A $75 transfer fee is applicable if you request to transfer after tuition is paid. If you register for a course at the 60-day mark or later, course tuition is both non-refundable and non-transferrable.

If you need to review more FAQs and our Course policies, the link is here.  


WAITLIST

When a course reaches Waitlist status it is confirmed and attendance is full. Cancellations and transfers may still alter the headcount. We will reach out to all Waitlisters and announce an open spot. Please note, once the spot open becomes live on Wetravel it is open to all and first come first serve.


DRUGS & ALCOHOL

Use of recreational drugs and alcohol are prohibited during the course hours, in class, at lunch or on the premesis is where class is held. Anything that interferes with cognition and balance should not be used.

Sarga 101: November 2-5

4 days | 24 CEUs

In this in-person course you will gain an understanding of Sarga Silk alignment and wrapping methods, will be able to perform Sarga Bodywork techniques for both posterior and anterior applications and will learn a full body 90-min sequence on raised massage tables.


Class Times: 10am - 5:30pm


This course package provides 35 Continuing Education Credits upon completion of both the in-person + online curriculum (NCBTMB #1431).


Specific Course Requirements For Sarga 101:

  • Must have at least 1 year of manual therapy experience.
  • Must meet your state/country's massage licensure requirements.
  • Must have current liability/malpractice insurance in the state/country where you practice (no exceptions).

Sarga 102: November 6-7

2 days | 12 CEUs

In this advanced, in-person course students will learn a new set of techniques to add to their existing Sarga Bodywork repertoire on raised massage tables. In addition, it will revisit some of the applications in our SARGA TABLE 1 course, but with more detail and attention to the nuances of proper technique and body mechanics. Includes lifetime access to the Sarga 102 Online course and access to a private Facebook group for ongoing course support


Class Times: 10am - 5:30pm


This course package provides 16.5 Continuing Education Credits upon completion of both the in-person + online curriculum (NCBTMB #1431).


Specific Course Requirements For Sarga 102:

  • Completion of Sarga 101 In-Person or Online (if you're joining us for Sarga 101 & 102, you will meet this requirement)
  • Must have at least 1 year of manual therapy experience.
  • Must meet your state/country's massage licensure requirements.
  • Must have current liability/malpractice insurance in the state/country where you practice (no exceptions).

Retreat Location & Venue

Venue: La Bohemia Baja in Todos Santos, Mexico (Baja California Sur).


CHECK IN: 4pm on Wednesday 11/01/2023

CHECK OUT: 11am on Wednesday 11/08/2023


3 Suites types have been blocked for the entire course:


2 x Queen Suites Sleeps 1-2 adults; includes, free Wifi, aromatherapy shampoo, conditioner, body lotion and soap, luxury bed linens, mattresses are cool tech memory foam with hypo-allergenic synthetic down comforters and pillows.


2 x Deluxe Casitas  are private, standalone buildings with a full bedroom, cushioned seating nook and roomier bathrooms. 


1 x Family Casitas Sleep 2 adults; one King bed and one Queen in the same room. Private entrance.  Both beds are in shared same room ; no kitchen.


What’s included

  • 7 Night Lodging
    101 + 102 will run 6 consecutive days, so check in is afternoon before 1st day of class and checkout is the morning after last day.
  • Breakfast
    Breakfast is included for the duration of your course.
  • Sarga Tuition Fees
    Sarga Bodywork tuition fees are included in every package. All equipment will be on-site.
  • All Equipment
    Instructors will provide all equipment necessary to practice; including 32” Earthlight Spirit tables specific for barefoot bodywork, all Sarga Bodywork hardware & silks, Myo.rub and cleaning supplies.
  • Linen Service
    100% Cotton Flannel Sheet set (fitted, flat, face cradle) + towels are included for your convenience.
  • Shuttle Pick Up
    Shuttle service form SJD airport. Please coordinate flight times with Amy.

What’s not included

  • Flights & Travel
    Packages do not include flights, travel expenses, taxis and/or shuttles to and from the retreat from the airport.
  • Travel Insurance
    Packages do not include travel insurance.
  • Sarga Merchandise
    Tuition costs do not include Sarga Merchandise. Merchandise is available for purchase after class with 10% student discount rate. Will be shipped priority flat rate.
  • Indoor Spa Sandals
    1-2 pair of clean rubber flip-flops or sandals to wear exclusively in the classroom for treatments. These should be made entirely of rubber, without fabric; non-porous for sanitary reasons.
  • Personal Care items
    Please come with clean, pedicured feet every day of class (clipped and clean toenails and cuticles, filed calluses, etc.). On hand high quality foot file and clippers recommended for maintenance.

Available Packages

A La Carte - Sarga 101 Tuition

A LA CARTE INCLUDES (101 ONLY)

- No lodging, breakfast, or transport

- Tuition ONLY

- All Equipment and Linens for class included


This budget option has been added for those wanting to join the retreat for the 1st portion of 101 and forgo 102, have a shorter stay, or with options to book a more cost effective lodging of your choice.

$1,350
Deposit: $250
Join Sarga 101 & 102: Queen Suite

This room is SINGLE OCCUPANCY at $2990 (OR DOUBLE with no additional fees for non-student companion)

OR 

$2365 per student shared double occupancy.


Single Student: $2990 

2 Students: Shared Queen bed/same room - Please message me because the cost would be $2365 per student. If you make a deposit, I will adjust the price accordingly to reflect the discount for each student.

 

DISCOUNTS:

• Retake Code applies - $200 Off 101 & $100 Off 102 for a total of $300 Off! (Please message me for a code).


Sarga 101: November 2-5  | 4 days | 24 CEUs

In this in-person course you will gain an understanding of Sarga Silk alignment and wrapping methods, will be able to perform Sarga Bodywork techniques for both posterior and anterior applications and will learn a full body 90-min sequence on raised massage tables.


Sarga 102: November 6-7 | 2 days | 12 CEUs

In this advanced, in-person course students will learn a new set of techniques to add to their existing Sarga Bodywork repertoire on raised massage tables. In addition, it will revisit some of the applications in our SARGA TABLE 1 course, but with more detail and attention to the nuances of proper technique and body mechanics. Includes lifetime access to the Sarga 102 Online course and access to a private Facebook group for ongoing course support


Queen Suite includes:

  • 1 x Queen bed and bath; smallest of all the rooms
  • Daily breakfast
  • Shuttle from SJD to hotel
  • Unlimited Purified Drinking Water
  • Free Wifi
  • Aromatherapy Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Soap
  • Luxury Bed Linens from @labohemiahouse
  • Top-of-the-line Memory Foam Cool Gel mattresses from @labohemiahouse
  • Hypo-allergenic synthetic down comforters and pillows

Check In: Nov 1, 2023

Check Out: Nov 8, 2023

$2,990
Deposit: $350
Join Sarga 101 & 102: Family Suite

This is a 2 student SHARED ROOM / DOUBLE OCCUPANCY.

(PLEASE NOTE: YOU WILL BE SHARING THIS ROOM WITH ANOTHER STUDENT whom has already precooked. I will connect you both once payments are in.)


DISCOUNTS:

• Retake Code applies - $200 Off 101 & $100 Off 102 for a total of $300 Off!


Sarga 101: November 2-5  | 4 days | 24 CEUs

In this in-person course you will gain an understanding of Sarga Silk alignment and wrapping methods, will be able to perform Sarga Bodywork techniques for both posterior and anterior applications and will learn a full body 90-min sequence on raised massage tables.


Sarga 102: November 6-7 | 2 days | 12 CEUs

In this advanced, in-person course students will learn a new set of techniques to add to their existing Sarga Bodywork repertoire on raised massage tables. In addition, it will revisit some of the applications in our SARGA TABLE 1 course, but with more detail and attention to the nuances of proper technique and body mechanics. Includes lifetime access to the Sarga 102 Online course and access to a private Facebook group for ongoing course support


Family Suite includes:

  • One King bed and one Queen in the same room with bath
  • Daily breakfast
  • Shuttle from SJD to hotel
  • Unlimited Purified Drinking Water
  • Free Wifi
  • Aromatherapy Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Soap
  • Luxury Bed Linens from @labohemiahouse
  • Top-of-the-line Memory Foam Cool Gel mattresses from @labohemiahouse
  • Hypo-allergenic synthetic down comforters and pillows

Check In: Nov 1, 2023

Check Out: Nov 8, 2023

$2,440
Deposit: $350

Available options



Your Organizer


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Amy Hastanan
10 reviews
Amy Hastanan, L.Ac, LMT, is a dually licensed Acupuncturist and Massage Therapist in the state of Hawai'i, with over 18 years of experience in the field of complimentary and alternative medicine (CAM). She has held licensure and practice in New York, Oregon, Utah and Hawai’i. O’ahu is now home.

Reviews

I immediately booked Sarga 102 after completing Sarga 101, thinking it would be the same material, only afterwards I found out it would be a combination of raised and floor work. This is not what I wanted but reassured myself I would be learning something anyway so I kept my reservation for the class. The teacher definitely knows the course material and all of the anatomy involved with it. What she lacks though is helping others understand how to effectively execute the moves. She has one way of explaining things, and when the students are confused it's met with condescension and repeating what she said even louder. I was often left feeling like I was an idiot and a fool, even though I am completely comfortable on the table doing Sarga. Class time was not used effectively in both 101 or 102. It always seemed rushed and we were then criticized for not learning or practicing quickly enough. If the teacher needs more time to teach, then add more days to the course. Rushing through everything makes it seem like it's all about the paycheck and not about effectively spreading Sarga knowledge. This teaching environment is impossible to truly learn in. We only had 2 days for 102 and I had the same partner the entire time. My partner had just finished 101 the week before and couldn't use the sarga silk effectively enough to balance on one foot on the table, which meant I only got to feel the moves when Amy came around and rushed through the sequence. Letting this student take 101 let alone 102 seemed like another money grab. When this student was doing the sacrum straddle move she was so wobbly I was afraid for my safety. I firmly believe students shouldn't be allowed to take 101 and 102 so close together. From experience I'm glad I had 6 months to gain confidence in the silk wrapping and footwork before taking on more advanced moves. Further issues with my partner were that they couldn't handle even firm pressure when I was practicing. They were constantly squirming on the table to get comfortable, making it impossible for me to practice the moves as well. I would have loved to have swapped out partners at least once. When I was doing my certification I was encouraged to have as many kinds of bodies under my feet as possible, to then in class be stuck to one person for 14 hours was counterintuitive. This also limited what I could do and the feedback I could receive. Thanks for taking these notes into consideration. Thanks Mary
By Mary E for COMBO FLOOR & RAISED TABLE: 101 & 102 SLC ( APR 2024) on Apr 25, 2024
Mary, this review is received and I have submitted changes to SB for future courses based on your feedback. However, there are some points I would like to clear for all to read. 1. The curriculum was not altered at all. The only thing that changed was the title of the course; most specifically for 101 as I was adapting to include floor based practitioners (if they came forward; which they did not). Floor was not taught in SLC. 102 does have a mix of standing floor to raised table as listed in the outline when you signed up. So I believe there was a misunderstanding in your interpretation of what the course would be and it explicitly says that no review of 101 would be done in 102’s course outline just new techniques. 2. If class time was not used effectively to your standard in 101, why return to my class in 102? 3. After 6 months of your practice you were not much farther along than some of the 101 students. We all are still learning and they advantage of taking 102 directly after 101 is more time in the silks, further muscle memory and a mixed cohort. Application of mayo.rub and barefoot technique in 102 is just as challenging for a new or return student. 4. I am highly adaptable and provide many tools for learning in and out of the classroom. If you would have made any of your concerns known they could have been remedied in real time. The only request I made in class was to keep the set up from Day 1 of equipment. Anyone could have changed partners, but no one did; and that was the 1st time ever in all my 8 years of teaching this modality. Each partner is there for us to learn from but the real learning continues after the course once all things are implemented in practice in your own time and space. No one comes out of these classes a pro. Refinement is necessary. 5. Your partner was adept and versed in the material as were all the others who made it to 101. They could take deep pressure from the instructor in the demo. Inability to take deep pressure from a student partner often has to do with various intricacies like Myo.rub application (too much or too little), confidence in the silk tension & wrap, as well as accurate placement of the foot as not to bear down on joints and endangerment sites. The 1st and later were mostly what I saw you struggling with in class. To sum it up I have submitted changes for a future at 1:02 course to become a three day course including a lab so people have more time to practice. I highly recommend for anyone taking any Sarga Bodywork course to read all the material and go over all class videos before and during the course to, familiarize themselves with all the new material that will be coming. Also, taking note of the anatomy portion of the course manual so that there is no question of certain bony landmarks and target muscles we will be accessing in class. It is true that not every instructor is for every student and I am definitely not for the masses. However, if you choose to return to a 102 course, there are often free retakes with other instructors.
By Amy Hastanan on May 04, 2024
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Amy was a great teacher. Although the course was very challenging both physically and mentally, she communicated the techniques in a clear and concise way. I highly recommend
By Heather W for Sarga 101 & 102 Joshua Tree, CA (APRIL 2024) on Apr 10, 2024
Amy works hard to help workshop participants understand, feel, and learn Sarga Bodywork techniques. Amy provided a comfortable and “safe space” environment where she always took the time to work with each participant individually and to meet them at their own abilities/experience to better improve their learning. Couldn’t ask for more, thank you Amy!
By Alexia L for Sarga 101 & 102 | Honolulu, HI (JAN 2024) on Jan 15, 2024
Beautiful Airbnb! It was the perfect setting!
By Crystal I for Sarga 101 Only | Arizona POP UP (OCT 2023) on Oct 30, 2023
I had so much fun. Amy is a wonderful teacher. She teaches with so much attention to detail. I would love to take more classes with her in the future.
By Sarah B for Sarga 101 in Salt Lake City, UT (OCT 2023) on Oct 24, 2023
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