ThaiLomiFusion Retreat
Thursday, February 25 – Monday, March 1, 2027 · 4 nights · Puerto Ángel, Oaxaca, Mexico
The Experience
Five days to learn, practice, and receive a fusion of Thai and Lomi Lomi traditions — with mornings of yoga and breathwork, afternoons of hands-on practice, and evenings together: Daven organizes dinners at different restaurants, and everyone is responsible for their own bill.
What is Thailomifusion?
Thailomifusion is a hybrid bodywork approach that combines the depth of traditional Thai massage, the enveloping movements of Lomi Lomi, the structural awareness of Osteothai, the dynamic mobilizations of Dynamic Thai, and the rhythmic pressure techniques of Tuina.
Through a combination of assisted stretches, joint mobilizations, acupressure, rhythmic compressions, rocking movements, and long, flowing strokes performed with the hands, forearms, and elbows, Thailomifusion creates a unique dialogue between precision, movement, and fluidity.
The practice naturally alternates between focused work and continuous, wave-like sequences, treating the body as an interconnected whole and paying particular attention to mobility, tissue response, breathing, and the quality of touch. More than a simple combination of techniques, it is an invitation to explore the creative potential of bodywork, bringing together different traditional influences within an intuitive and deeply connected experience, both for the practitioner and for the person receiving.
During this retreat, you’ll explore this approach through practice and experimentation, deepening your understanding of touch and discovering new possibilities in your own work.
A sample day
8:00am — Yoga & breathwork
9:30am–12:30pm — New techniques
Break — free time, rest, lunch at your own pace
4:00pm–5:30pm — Exchange: guided practice
Dinner — Daven organizes dinners at different restaurants, and everyone is responsible for their own bill.
Everything is optional — come as you please.
Villa Blue Bay, Puerto Ángel
Perched on a cliff above the Pacific, Villa Blue Bay is our open-air practice space, with ocean breezes and endless views.
Facilitators
Giorgio — Leading this retreat. Giorgio is a French massage therapist, trainer, and bodywork practitioner based in Paris, with over 15 years of experience in the world of massage. World Massage Champion in 2020, gold medalist in Asian Freestyle and silver medalist at the UK Massage Championship in 2022, he has never stopped exploring, learning, and enriching his practice through numerous trainings and international encounters. Passionate about movement, fascia, mobility, and the different traditions of bodywork, Giorgio loves building bridges between techniques and exploring new ways of working with the body. Today, through his masterclasses and international trainings, he shares his experience with practitioners around the world, inviting them to develop their own style of touch, and approach massage as a true space of exploration, creativity, and connection.
Daven — Bodyworker, educator, and creator behind YourBodyAlchemist. Trained in Lomi Lomi, Thai massage, deep tissue, and somatic work, Daven teaches across Canada and Mexico and is known for a style that's equal parts technical and intuitive. He's organizing and hosting the retreat.
What's Included
Five days of ThaiLomiFusion training led by Giorgio
Daily morning yoga & breathwork
Guided practice exchanges every afternoon
Not included: accommodation, meals, transportation and airport transfers, flights, travel insurance.
Accommodation
Stay wherever suits you best. A limited number of apartments are available at Villa Blue Bay. If you'd like to stay on the property, we'll connect you directly with the owners to arrange your booking. Alternatively, Puerto Ángel and nearby Zipolite offer a variety of accommodation options to suit different budgets.
How to Join
This is a small, curated group — 14 places. Here's how it works:
1. Apply — fill out the questionnaire below. Tell us who you are and why this retreat.
2. We review — every application is read.
3. You're in — accepted guests receive a private payment link. No open booking page, no rush — the right group matters more than a full one.
Getting There
Fly into Huatulco (HUX) — about 45 minutes by taxi — or Puerto Escondido (PXM), about 1 hour 15 minutes. Airport transfers aren't included, but taxis are easy to arrange and we'll share details with accepted guests.
Plan to arrive by February 24 — the program begins the morning of February 25, and you’ll want to be rested and ready. We have five full days together, including March 1, which is a full program day. The program wraps up the evening of March 1. You’re welcome to head home that evening, or stick around a little longer and enjoy the beautiful coast of Oaxaca.
What to bring: light comfortable clothes for practice and yoga, a notebook, and an open mind.
Language: sessions are taught in English and French.
Investment
1800$ investment.
Pay the full amount right away, or pay in two payments.
900$ deposit to secure your place (payable through your private payment link).
Final payment due by January 25, 2027.
Cancellation: cancel before January 25 → full refund. Cancel January 25 – February 10 → 50% refund. Cancel February 11 or later → no refund.
FAQ
Do I need experience in massage? — No. The retreat is designed for all levels — practitioners will deepen their work, and newcomers will learn from the ground up.
I'm coming alone — is that okay? — Absolutely. Many people come solo — and leave with friends.
Is accommodation really not included? — Correct — it keeps the price accessible and lets you choose your own comfort level, from an apartment at Villa Blue Bay to a budget stay in town.
Will I be certified? — No — this is an immersion, not a certification course. You'll leave with real skills and a lot of practice hours.
Application