Who we are

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Meet the Dreamweavers

BEHIND INHALE RETREATS

Welcome to Inhale Retreats! Our journey began in 2019 when Irene and I first met during my visit to Antigua, Guatemala. I was drawn to her yoga studio, Shakti Shala, where I practiced Ashtanga. Shortly after, I organized a Breath Experience event at her studio, which deepened our connection—me supporting her through breath work and her guiding me in yoga.

While Ashtanga brought us together, it was a different conversation over coffee that sparked a transformative idea. I shared my desire to focus more on breath work, creating a space for individuals to integrate and explore their journeys. At the same time, Irene expressed her aspiration to expand her horizons and needed a nudge in that direction. The excitement we felt was palpable, and our mutual motivation fueled a vision that came together effortlessly.

We both share a passion for travel and a commitment to guiding others toward meaningful change in their lives—thus, the concept of "travel with purpose" was born. Inhale Retreats officially launched in 2022, and we hosted our very first retreat in 2023. Each year, we aim to expand our offerings, welcoming you into our little world to create lasting memories that will enrich your journey.

We hope to meet you soon on one of our retreats and get to learn your life story.

Irene de Valle

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Irene Del Valle is passionate about helping people manifest their most radiant, lit-up life.

Her mission is to inspire you to believe that through movement you will transform your life.

She helps people discover their fullest potential by coming back to their bodies and unlocking their truest self.

Irene is an authorized ashtanga teacher level 2 by SYC & self-love coach focused on working with women for their empowerment. She is co-owner of Shakti Shala in Antigua, Guatemala, a thriving yoga community for roaming travelers from all over the world.

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Perla Herrera

Perla loves to create spaces for people to gather in community, offering her support, and ensuring their safety as they move through their journey of transformation.

She co-created and developed Breath Experience, a compassionate and intelligent approach to breathwork after seeing a deep need to provide safe & responsible ways for people to connect deeply with themselves and their trauma.

Her work over the past 19 years has allowed her to travel, helping clients and communities all over to heal and grow.

Perla currently lives in Antigua, Guatemala.

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Catalyst for Change

Our retreats focus on creating safe containers that promote deep personal growth and practical life skills to support you in your daily life.

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Where Wellness
Meets Wanderlust

We offer workshops that explore ancient practices while immersing in the beauty of new landscapes.

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Our retreat voyages create the appropriate setting and environment to take you deep into undiscovered parts of yourself while traveling to the most exotic, beautiful countries filled with magic.

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Yoga & Breath

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Every day in retreat offers you the opportunity and space to deepen in your Ashtanga Yoga Practice, followed by Breathwork, Guided Meditation & Healing Workshops.

Irene & I are thrilled that you found us! It brings us tremendous joy to be able to share our time with you in a retreat setting. We feel fortunate and grateful to be able to do this. We look forward to meeting you. If you need assistance please do not hesitate to contact us.

Grateful that you’re here.

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“Estoy increiblemente agradecida con ustedes por brindar estos hermosos retiros, que me ayudan a crecer en mi practica y sanar mi alma y a tener mas control en mi mente.”

— Claudia Calderon

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feel inspired

travel

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connect with others

community

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get support & transform

wellness

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discover yourself

adventure

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