After using classical Pilates as a key part of her own cancer recovery, Caitlin Sullivan, a classically trained Pilates instructor with extensive training in the classical method, has created the Spring to Life Pilates Retreat to help other women experience deep healing and renewal.
Set for October 2026 at Copal Retreat — a private villa on a private beach in the Mayan Riviera — the intimate retreat blends classical Pilates with sensory experiences designed to activate the parasympathetic nervous system and support profound relaxation and restoration.
“Pilates was instrumental in my physical and emotional recovery from cancer,” shares Caitlin. “It helped me to feel strong and grounded through a lot of physical and emotional turmoil. This retreat was inspired by that journey. It’s a space for women to move from burnout and dysregulation into feeling grounded, strong, and fully alive again.”
Retreat Highlights Include:
- A welcoming sound bath ceremony and goodie bag to enhance your experience
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Waking to the rhythm of the ocean outside our private villa.
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Morning Mat Pilates on the balcony, overlooking the pristine Mayan Riviera.
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Gourmet breakfast, lunch, and dinner prepared daily by our in-house chef.
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Deep Dive Workshops in the afternoon to master the nuances of your Pilates practice.
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Blissful relaxation: paddle boarding, jungle bike rides, beach walks, or a book by the pool.
- A night out on the town in Playa del Carmen
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Included Indulgences: A luxurious 1-hour massage, a catamaran cruise, a swim in a secluded jungle cenote, bikes, paddle boards, and snorkel gear.
Christmas in July Sale All rooms are currently discounted by $300. This special offer ends July 21, 2026. Spots are extremely limited.
For more information or to book, visit: https://www.springtolife.co/spring-to-life-pilates-retreat
After leaving professional ballet and overcoming her own health struggles, Caitlin Sullivan became a holistic health coach and Pilates teacher. She created the Spring to Life Method, combining classical Pilates with holistic practices. Her belief in the power of Pilates was deeply fortified during her cancer treatment and recovery, where it helped her regain strength and feel grounded in her body. She now teaches in Denver, CO and leads intimate retreats that guide women back to vitality through mindful movement, nervous system regulation, and sensory restoration.
caitlin@springtolife.co
Spring to Life Method
