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Jeela Is Freedom

Reignite your love for music in an authentic community through immersive retreats and certified trainings. Jeela, meaning "freedom" in Mayan, invites you on a journey of self-discovery through sound, play, singing, ceremony, breath, and movement, guided by space holders who truly walk the talk.

Born from a desire to break free from our own limiting belief, we embrace music, yoga, meditation, and voice as tools for liberation. With a playful and grounded approach, we create spaces for real growth, creativity, and clarity to emerge—empowering you to carry inspiration and transformation into your everyday life.

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Mystical Music Retreat

6th - 16th March 2026
Riviera Maya, Mexico

11-days of music, yoga, sound healing and ceremonies. A place for you to break free from your limiting beliefs. Our original retreat packed with music workshops, vocal activation, sacred plant medicine and joyful community.

You are: Curious and open to new experiences looking for a deeper connection to yourself and with like-minded people. Perhaps you are a beginner and want to learn how to sing or play new instruments. Or maybe you already are an artist looking for a thriving and inspiring community.

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Sound Medicine Training

26th March - 8th April 2026
Riviera Maya, Mexico

14-days Yoga Alliance certified 100-hr sound healing training led by “The Medicine of Sound”. Learn how to facilitate sound journeys, build confidence as a space holder, explore new instruments and activate your voice.

You are: Wanting a deep understanding of how sound and vibration affects us and are ready for a life changing training. Perhaps you are already familiar with holistic practices looking for an addition to your offerings.

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Offerings

Massage

Sound Bath

Excursion

Yoga

Plant Medicine

Kirtan

Ice Bath

Songbook

Cacao

Temazcal

Music Workshops

Breathwork

Vocal Activation

Location

Tucked away between Playa del Carmen and Tulum, the stunning retreat center, ONZE, awaits in the hidden paradise of Xpu Ha. Just 10 minutes from the beach and 60 minutes from Cancun international airport, this luxurious jungle sanctuary invites you to wake up to the sounds of nature, witness breathtaking sunsets, gather around the bonfire, and take a refreshing dip in your own private cenote

Testimonials

We’ve welcomed guests and students from all around the world. No musical experience needed, just curiosity. Hear how the retreat has opened hearts, sparked transformation, and inspired unforgettable connections.

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Meet Your Facilitators

We are a family of musicians, teachers, and artists coming together to co-create Jeela. Each member shares their unique gifts in sound, movement, therapy or ceremony. We all hold space with authenticity, presence, and joy. Our team may vary from retreat to retreat, but the heart of what we offer remains the same: connection, inspiration, and support on your journey.

  • rene
    RENE
    main teacher
    Famous under the artist name "The Medicine of Sound” René is a sound alchemist, overtone singing teacher, and multi-instrumentalist. With a profound mastery of sound and frequency, he combines genius with a joyful presence, creating unforgettable and deeply transformative classes and performances.
    RENE
    main teacher
  • renee
    RENEE
    Visionary
    Co-founder of Jeela, Renée is a gifted space holder who infuses everything she does with joy, love, and authenticity. With over 500-hr of Yoga Alliance certification in yoga and sound healing, along with her expertise as a certified Wim Hof Method instructor, she is here to support you in exploring the depths of your being. Her laughter is contagious and she loves to play.
    RENEE
    Visionary
  • Antonio
    ANTONIO
    Bodywork
    Antonio is Jeela’s secret weapon — a gifted bodyworker who can help you open and express yourself, sometimes with a little nudge. Or even a crack… Antonios work goes beyond the physical, reaching deep into the emotional and spiritual realms. If there’s something you need to release, he will find it, always with profound love and care. Antonio brings his heart—and his ridiculously big thumbs—to the table.
    ANTONIO
    Bodywork
  • Mia
    MIA
    Artist
    Mia is a radiant and inspiring artist whose presence is both playful and profoundly authentic. She leads singing circles and may offer one-on-one vocal activations, guiding you to laugh, cry, and feel deeply all at once. Being with her is an invitation to awaken the emotions that stir your soul.
    MIA
    Artist
  • Han
    HAN
    Artist
    Under the name “Han - Here And Now” Han is an incredible artist and master of more instruments than you can probably name. He spreads love, joy and awareness through his original songs, band and music workshops. He also trains community builders and teachers to use the power of music in their work to create positive changes.
    HAN
    Artist
  • Abeja
    ABEJA
    Chef
    Meet Abeja, our beloved chef and kitchen fairy, who has been with us from the very start, filling not just our bellies but our hearts. Overflowing with joy and playfulness, she never fails to delight with her creative, soul-nourishing dishes. But her magic doesn’t stop in the kitchen—Abeja is also a brilliant musician, and when she sings her love songs with the sweetest voice imaginable, it’s hard not to get...
    ABEJA
    Chef
  • Pamela
    PAMELA
    Shaman
    Pamela is our trusted medicine woman. With her soulful words and music, she weaves together the wisdom of Eastern traditions and jungle medicine with profound depth and grace. After a decade of studying and serving plant medicine in the Amazon, she blends the healing power of the Shipibo and Santo Daime traditions, creating a space that is both transformational and celebratory.
    PAMELA
    Shaman
  • Aurora
    AURORA
    Teacher
    Forever transformed by her introduction to Vipassana meditation, Aurora has dedicated her life to holistic practices. With over 20 years of experience as a yoga teacher, she will guide some of our morning rituals, bringing deep presence and wisdom to each session. She will also share one of her greatest passions—5 Rhythms dance, an immersive movement experience. If we’re lucky, she and her partner, The Medicine of Sound, will come...
    AURORA
    Teacher
  • Taminchi
    TAMINCHI
    Shaman
    Juan Carlos Taminchi is a renowned painter, musician, and shaman from the Shipibo tradition in Peru. When you meet him you can instantly feel the warmth of his loving heart and powerful energy. His approach to serving sacred plant medicine beautifully intertwines with our 100-hr sound training, and we are deeply honored to collaborate with him on this transformative journey.
    TAMINCHI
    Shaman
  • Jaron
    JARON
    Artist
    Jaron first came to Jeela as a guest, then continued as a student in our 100-hour training. The following year, he came back as a volunteer, and today he has become something so much more. Deeply in service and always seeking authentic connection, Jaron brings devotion and truth. He is a talented self-taught guitarist and songwriter with a passion for helping others overcome their fear of playing and improvising.
    JARON
    Artist
  • Ale Sai
    ALE SAI
    Cacao
    With a voice that melts hearts, Ale Sai is the embodiment of bhakti and devotion. Raised by a talented Kirtan musician, she naturally followed the path of sacred music and ritual. Ale will share the medicine of cacao and support you through transformative ceremonies. Through her presence and song, she invites you to remember who you are and reconnect with the essence of your heart.
    ALE SAI
    Cacao
  • Edgar
    EDGAR
    Firekeeper
    Edgar and his family have been supporting us for years and continue to be a pillar in all our offerings. He carries a lot of wisdom and ancestral knowledge and shares his medicine through traditional dance and ceremonies. A true server from the heart sharing with so much tenderness.
    EDGAR
    Firekeeper