Welcome to a new adventure in Holistic Health!
The San Marcos Holistic Cottage is an excellent place to commit to spending some time
while visiting San Marcos La Laguna.
Whether you are beginning your vacation and need to unwind,
are in need of a final touch of balance before you head onward,
or want to stop and learn Holistic Therapies, there is something for everyone at the Holistic Cottage.
However, be prepared, there is much to learn, receive and experience here.
As the saying goes, "you may come for lunch and stay for life!"
The San Marcos Holistic Cottage is an excellent place to commit to spending some time
while visiting San Marcos La Laguna.
Whether you are beginning your vacation and need to unwind,
are in need of a final touch of balance before you head onward,
or want to stop and learn Holistic Therapies, there is something for everyone at the Holistic Cottage.
However, be prepared, there is much to learn, receive and experience here.
As the saying goes, "you may come for lunch and stay for life!"
With Katherine
Full Body Massage Reiki Internationally Certified Touch For Health
Indian Head Massage Creative Energy Work Full Body / Swedish Massage
Kinesiology Foot Reflexology
Energy Harmonics
Reiki Level I - Master
Indian Head Massage Creative Energy Work Full Body / Swedish Massage
Kinesiology Foot Reflexology
Energy Harmonics
Reiki Level I - Master
Due to Guatemalan government regulations,
we are currently closed as the country is under quarantine orders.
However, if you would like to take a class online or are interested in treatments please contact me through the Contact button above. In person appointments can be made through contacting me directly.
Stay Positive and Healthy and we will all get through this soon!
Interested in learning about Chakras?
Thursday, June 4th
10am to 12 noon and 2pm to 4pm
Guate time.
I will be offering an online class to explore the energy of the seven chakras,
ways to work with and balance them.
$25 or Q evivelent. Cash, Paypal and e-transfer (Canada) accepted
This will be an interactive and information packed class done via Zoom.
Please Contact me if you would like to join us!
Qoya
Every now and then wonderful opportunities are presented when you least expect them.
A few years ago I was offering massages at the Holistic Cottage here in San Marcos La Laguna, Guatemala. I had a couple of ladies come in for massages who had just come from a Qoya retreat in Costa Rica. Explaining the energy given off by these women is hard to put into words, yet what I really enjoyed about their energy was they seemed, grounded, raw, real and beautifully authentic. I was intrigued and asked them about their retreat and about Qoya.
The following day I had the pleasure of meeting Rochelle Sheik who is the founder of Qoya, a women’s embodiment and movement practice. At the time she was putting the finishing touches on her book. A beautiful friend and I signed up for her class and began working through the Qoya Training.
Each level of Qoya training offers a deeper level of connection, understanding of your own body and remembering through movement. Last year, I had the opportunity to take the Qoya Intensive training and was again mesmerized by the profound lessons, teaching and connections offered throughout the experience.
This year, I am at home going into our 6th week of quarantine and am incredibly reminded everyday how important it is to be real, authentic, feel truth in my body and practice the movements woven into a Qoya class.
In Qoya we remember our essence is wise, wild, and free.
Wise: the wisdom of yoga
Wild: the creative expression in dance
Free: expanding our capacity to enjoy our bodies through sensual movement
For classes and information on Qoya go to Qoya.love
A few years ago I was offering massages at the Holistic Cottage here in San Marcos La Laguna, Guatemala. I had a couple of ladies come in for massages who had just come from a Qoya retreat in Costa Rica. Explaining the energy given off by these women is hard to put into words, yet what I really enjoyed about their energy was they seemed, grounded, raw, real and beautifully authentic. I was intrigued and asked them about their retreat and about Qoya.
The following day I had the pleasure of meeting Rochelle Sheik who is the founder of Qoya, a women’s embodiment and movement practice. At the time she was putting the finishing touches on her book. A beautiful friend and I signed up for her class and began working through the Qoya Training.
Each level of Qoya training offers a deeper level of connection, understanding of your own body and remembering through movement. Last year, I had the opportunity to take the Qoya Intensive training and was again mesmerized by the profound lessons, teaching and connections offered throughout the experience.
This year, I am at home going into our 6th week of quarantine and am incredibly reminded everyday how important it is to be real, authentic, feel truth in my body and practice the movements woven into a Qoya class.
In Qoya we remember our essence is wise, wild, and free.
Wise: the wisdom of yoga
Wild: the creative expression in dance
Free: expanding our capacity to enjoy our bodies through sensual movement
For classes and information on Qoya go to Qoya.love
What happens in a Qoya Class?
Sometimes as women, and I suppose as humans, we are a little shy or afraid to do new things.
So, I am going to talk you through what happens in a Qoya class so you can see if this might be something that works for you. If you are the type of woman who likes the element of surprise, just do it!
I promise, every part of you will feel better for doing so.
While online classes are a little different, I promise you will still have an amazing connection to those in the class because Qoya is not just about movement, it is also about connection.
The Qoya community reminds you ALWAYS, that you are never alone!
Class Theme
Each class begins with an overall theme. The theme then inspires the playlist, touching on the theme through music and movement throughout the class. In Qoya there is no way to do it wrong.
There are NO LEVELS as it is about tuning into, listening to and moving your body in a way that feels
authentic, real and good for you. The YOU that shows up to class in that moment.
Each class begins with an overall theme. The theme then inspires the playlist, touching on the theme through music and movement throughout the class. In Qoya there is no way to do it wrong.
There are NO LEVELS as it is about tuning into, listening to and moving your body in a way that feels
authentic, real and good for you. The YOU that shows up to class in that moment.
Oracle Cards
You or the facilitator pulls an oracle card.
At this time you will have time to share how the card is relevant to you in that moment.
You or the facilitator pulls an oracle card.
At this time you will have time to share how the card is relevant to you in that moment.
Relaxation and Arrival
This is a time for you to take some deep breaths and let all the thoughts and things you had to do or have to do,
float away. A time to ground in your body, to feel and observe...
Intention Setting
This is the time in class where you will be asked to think about what you are dancing fo today.
Could be in relation to the card pulled, something you are going through or offering it for someone else
This is the time in class where you will be asked to think about what you are dancing fo today.
Could be in relation to the card pulled, something you are going through or offering it for someone else
Circling Your body
Circling is a great way to sink deeper into the fluidity of your body.
Take a moment or song to circle your body gently moving with water and the flow of life.
Circling is a great way to sink deeper into the fluidity of your body.
Take a moment or song to circle your body gently moving with water and the flow of life.
Qoya - Heart Opening
We often say "follow your heart," what does it feel like when you follow your heart through movement? Are you willing to open your heart right now?
Open your heart to the four directions and dance your heart beat!
We often say "follow your heart," what does it feel like when you follow your heart through movement? Are you willing to open your heart right now?
Open your heart to the four directions and dance your heart beat!
Hip Opening
Take the time to slow down and drop into your hips.
In movement we remember. Slow down and Feel more.
Take the time to slow down and drop into your hips.
In movement we remember. Slow down and Feel more.
Yoga as Prayer
Before every Yoga as Prayer pillar of Qoya we take a moment to offer our intentions to a partner. As we move through the yoga sequence, dance your yoga as prayer. Through movement we remember and offering our prayers through movement is a beautiful way to connect with both your body and the Divine. Again, you will always be encouraged to LISTEN to your body, this is about how it FEELS, not what it looks like!
Qoya Shadow Contrast Dance
Our shadow is part of us. Sometimes it is difficult to look into the dark
yet it is important to honor all parts of us. When we see into the dark we can move that energy back into the light. In this pillar we take the song to dance what it feels like in your body when you don't (insert class theme) physically / emotionally/ or mentally. You can stay on the floor, take up space in the room and let your body guide you into the sensation of what it feel like within when you do not (theme).
At the end it is equally important to bring your energy back into the light.
Honor your courage and keep moving forward...
Our shadow is part of us. Sometimes it is difficult to look into the dark
yet it is important to honor all parts of us. When we see into the dark we can move that energy back into the light. In this pillar we take the song to dance what it feels like in your body when you don't (insert class theme) physically / emotionally/ or mentally. You can stay on the floor, take up space in the room and let your body guide you into the sensation of what it feel like within when you do not (theme).
At the end it is equally important to bring your energy back into the light.
Honor your courage and keep moving forward...
Qoya - Shake!!!!
Want to bring the energy back into your body
and release all that does not serve you?
SHAKE!!!
Honestly, this is a phenomenal exercise to do at any time throughout the day when you are feeling stuck, irritated or even just low on energy! Animals in the wild SHAKE after stress and trauma has been endured as they have no other way to process it through their system. Take this lesson from the wild of nature and shake every part of you!
Want to bring the energy back into your body
and release all that does not serve you?
SHAKE!!!
Honestly, this is a phenomenal exercise to do at any time throughout the day when you are feeling stuck, irritated or even just low on energy! Animals in the wild SHAKE after stress and trauma has been endured as they have no other way to process it through their system. Take this lesson from the wild of nature and shake every part of you!
Qoya - Choreography
Ever feel you are going left when everyone else is going right?
No worries! This is just about having fun, so enjoy!
Qoya - Free Dance
At the beginning of this pillar we connect with the theme.
How does it feel when you (insert theme)
As you free dance your way through the song connect
with that deep feeling if what it feels like in your body when you (theme).
Dance that feeling!!!
It does not matter what it looks like, just MOVE.
At the beginning of this pillar we connect with the theme.
How does it feel when you (insert theme)
As you free dance your way through the song connect
with that deep feeling if what it feels like in your body when you (theme).
Dance that feeling!!!
It does not matter what it looks like, just MOVE.
Connection and share
This is the time we share what came up for us in class, any realizations, remembering or thoughts/feelings.
This is a time to honor your process and that of the others in class.
No judgement, just active listening and presence.
This is the time we share what came up for us in class, any realizations, remembering or thoughts/feelings.
This is a time to honor your process and that of the others in class.
No judgement, just active listening and presence.
Stretch
Taking the time to stretch your body gently, to feel it fully.
Taking the time to stretch your body gently, to feel it fully.
Final relaxation and integration
A time for deep relaxation and space to feel fully what you moved through during the class
and how you can take it out into the world.
Qoya has been a phenomenal way for me to connect with my body,
to slow down and feel more.
I highly recommend trying a class if you feel like
living your true essence as WILD, WISE and FREE!
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