2025 Root & Rise Retreat | November 6-10

5 days / 4 nights | El Yunque, Puerto Rico

Hosts

MICHELLE MOORE @michellenmoore_

GENNA DURANTE @bandznbooty

Rooted in Legacy: A Transformational Retreat in Puerto Rico

Deepen Your Roots. Awaken Your Body. Ascend to Your Light.

Join us in the lush embrace of Puerto Rico for a powerful five-day retreat designed to reconnect you with your body, spirit, and ancestral wisdom. Nestled in the heart of El Yunque Rainforest, this immersive experience blends movement, self-reflection, and soulful community to guide you toward clarity, empowerment, and deep self-love.

Through dance, somatic healing, and sacred rituals, we will honor the wisdom within while expanding into our fullest expression. Whether you seek rejuvenation, breakthrough moments, or simply a space to move freely and be held in community, this retreat is an invitation to transform.

Retreat Highlights

✨ Opening & Closing Ceremonies infused with intention and ancestral reverence
✨ Daily movement sessions, like dance therapy, Bandz N Booty, and somatic practices
✨ Breathwork and grounding rituals to release, receive, and realign
✨ A semi-private tour of El Yunque, featuring a waterfall hike and bouldering adventure
✨ A magical bioluminescent bay swim under the stars
✨ Fireside storytelling and connection through our Mind, Booty & Soul experience
✨ A sacred cacao ceremony to open the heart and deepen clarity
✨ Time to recharge- unwind by the pool, play pickleball, or explore the nearby beaches
✨ A supportive and aligned community of like-minded souls ready to rise together

Accommodations: A Tranquil Retreat in Nature

Our retreat will be hosted at Luna Llena Casa de Campo, a serene countryside escape in Palma Sola, Canóvanas. This spacious private home offers a peaceful setting for deep rest, reflection, and connection.

What You’ll Love About This Space:

  • Private pool for refreshing dips

  • Terrace with breathtaking mountain views

  • Pickleball court and basketball half-court for movement & play

  • Air-conditioned bedrooms for restful sleep

  • Outdoor shower for a nature-immersed experience

Just 10 minutes from El Yunque National Rainforest and 25 minutes from Luquillo Beach, this retreat space blends nature’s beauty with easy access to Puerto Rico’s top attractions. Disconnect from the busyness of life and reconnect with yourself in this rejuvenating oasis.

We can’t wait to welcome you!

Investment & Booking

Cost: $1,375 $1,100 for a limited time
Price Increases Monthly - Secure Your Spot Now! (Interest free payment plans available at checkout through Klarna)

Location: El Yunque, Puerto Rico
Dates: Thursday, November 6 - Monday, November 10

This is more than a retreat- it’s a reclamation of your power, a remembrance of your worth, and a journey into your highest self. Are you ready?

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  • Welcome to paradise! We begin with an Opening Ceremony, setting intentions and honoring the energy of the land. A delicious welcome dinner awaits, followed by an evening of joyful movement and dance to shake off the weight of everyday life and step into retreat mode.

  • Start the day with a grounding practice and intention-setting session, preparing your mind and body for deep transformation. Then, experience the healing power of dance therapy, moving through emotions and embodying liberation.

    The afternoon offers time for relaxation or adventure- whether lounging at our stunning retreat home with its pool and pickleball courts or heading to the nearby beach to soak in the sun and salt water.

    As night falls, we embark on a breathtaking bioluminescent swimming experience (yes! swimming, not kayaking!), where the water glows with every movement- a reminder of the magic that exists within and around us.

  • Begin the morning with a high-energy Bandz N Booty dance class, awakening your power and activating strength. Then, we embark on an unforgettable El Yunque rainforest tour- a journey through lush greenery, rigorous hiking trails, waterfalls, and bouldering challenges that will push you beyond your limits.

    After a full day of movement and exploration, we come together for Mind, Booty & Soul—an evening of reflection, storytelling, and fireside connection. This sacred space allows us to integrate the lessons of the day while being held in community.

  • The morning begins with a somatic movement and breathwork workshop, releasing stored energy and inviting deep presence. We then enter a cacao ceremony, a sacred ritual to open the heart, deepen self-connection, and receive clarity.

    In the afternoon, we engage in a Clarity Workshop, where you’ll channel the insights from the retreat into tangible next steps for your personal growth and legacy.

  • As we close our time together, we honor our transformations in a Closing Ceremony, sealing the lessons and energy cultivated throughout the retreat. With hearts full and spirits aligned, we say our farewells- carrying the magic of this experience forward into our lives.

    • 4-night stay in a beautiful retreat space surrounded by the lush landscapes of Puerto Rico

    • Welcome Dinner & Opening Ceremony, featuring movement and dancing to set the tone for the retreat

    • Daily nourishing meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), with two opportunities to explore local dining

    • Grounding intention-setting session to align your energy for the retreat experience

    • Daily movement sessions, including dance therapy, Bandz N Booty dance class, and somatic movement practices

    • Bioluminescent swimming experience, immersing in nature’s glowing wonder

    • El Yunque Rainforest tour, featuring a rigorous hike, waterfall exploration, and bouldering adventure

    • Mind, Booty, & Soul session, an evening of movement, reflection, and fireside connection

    • Cacao ceremony, a heart-opening ritual for deep clarity and transformation

    • Workshops on clarity, self-love, and embodiment practices to support personal growth

    • Space to relax and recharge, whether enjoying the pool and pickleball courts or unwinding at a nearby beach

    • Closing Ceremony & Farewell, integrating the experience and celebrating your journey

    • Flights & travel to the retreat location

    • Transportation to/from the airport if you arrive outside of shuttle times

    • Extra snacks outside of provided meals

    • Optional excursions outside of included retreat programming

    • Personal shopping & souvenirs

    • Travel insurance (required)