Honoring and exploring
ancient traditions

Toltec Culture

 

We have cultivated strong friendships with very special individuals in Mexico that we wish to share with our community. Our partners are deeply entrenched in ancient Toltec culture, history and traditions.

Together we are organizing and facilitating small group excursions and explorations into the human heart and spirit…at very special locations in Central Mexico.

Currently we offer two types of retreats. Join us.

Experiencing 2 Magical Places with Magical People

  1. Teotihuacan - ancient birthplace of the Gods

 
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In partnership with the CCTT, an organization focused on the preservation and sharing of the Indigenous Toltec Tradition, we are providing
educational retreats in the greater Teotihuacan region.

Derived from nature, the basic principles of native wisdom rest on Union - Accordance - Harmony

 
 

The building blocks of these ancient teachings are conveyed in the most authentic and respectful manner, reflecting the elements of

 
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Earth = Union

Union of individual knowledge to achieve a working balance between intellect, emotions and communication

Water = Accordance

Reach agreements while respecting the sound and meaning of each person’s word with respect, humility and honesty

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Air = Harmony

Perform each of our activities being aware of the scope of our decisions and actions

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Fire = Freedom

Strive for our actions and words to represent the freedom of expression of thought and feeling without harming others

From previous excursions

 

Anchored in Toltec lineage, El Gorila is a medicine man and ‘abuelo’, a man of wisdom. Together with him and his family we provide a variety of ceremonies, rituals and programs at the centrally located Cultural Center and various sacred ancestral sites, among them a cave on the grounds of the ancient pyramids of Teotihuacan.

Two people performing a ritual with feathers and a conch shell near stone pillars against a scenic landscape.
Group of people sitting in a circle inside a cave with objects and a small smoke source in the center, illuminated by a beam of light.
A collection of decorative masks and ornamental items placed on grass. The masks are colorful and intricately painted, surrounded by arrowhead-shaped objects and small, multicolored beads arranged on a white cloth.
Person playing a flute in a dimly lit setting, with focus on a ceremonial drum and a burning incense holder in the foreground.
Group of people in a cave conducting a ritual under a beam of light
person performing ritual with arms raised, surrounded by smoke, in a dimly lit space
A person holding a smoking incense holder in a dimly lit setting, wearing a blue headband and pink shirt.
Person holding feathers in a cave with light streaming in.
People participating in a traditional ritual ceremony involving incense and feathers.
Person holding a torch in a cave beneath a circular opening with natural light.
A person playing a traditional wind instrument next to a stone archway, with another person standing beneath it holding colorful ceremonial items, set in a grassy landscape under a clear blue sky.
Man blowing into a large conch shell, wearing a yellow headband and white shirt, standing in front of stone steps.
Two people performing a ritual at a stone structure, one blowing a conch shell and the other holding a bundle of sticks, under a clear blue sky.
A cultural ceremony involving people sitting around ritualistic items, including feathers, small statues, and incense, on a cloth indoors with smoke in the air.
Person taking a photo at ancient stone pyramid ruins with large staircase, surrounded by grassy area and blue sky.
Two people sitting on the ground, surrounded by ritual objects including feathers, a patterned cloth, a staff, and decorated pots, possibly engaged in a cultural or spiritual ceremony.
Ancient pyramid and ruins at Teotihuacan, Mexico, surrounded by greenery and hills.
Two people sit on grass in a meditative ceremony, one holding a wooden object with smoke rising, ancient stone structures in the background, clear sky visible.
Person sitting cross-legged in a dimly lit setting with incense smoke, surrounded by colorful fabric and items.
Three people performing a ceremonial ritual outdoors; two hold incense burners aloft, one plays a drum. They wear colorful sashes and headbands.
A man and woman sitting near a small fire indoors, with traditional attire and ceremonial items.
Silhouettes of people entering a dimly lit cave with rocky walls.
Group of diverse individuals posing outdoors on grass with trees and hills in the background.
Two individuals sitting outdoors, one holding a smoking vessel, with desert vegetation in the background.
Pyramid of the Moon in Teotihuacan, Mexico, viewed from the front on a cloudy day.
Ancient step pyramid with yucca trees against a blue sky in a grassy field.
Group of people sitting outdoors in rocky landscape surrounded by bushes and cactus, participating in an activity together.
Group performing spiritual ceremony outdoors, using a conch shell, drum, and incense.
View of a Mesoamerican pyramid surrounded by grass and trees under a cloudy blue sky.
Three people sitting in front of ancient stone steps during a ceremony. They are outdoors, dressed in colorful attire, with one person holding a ritual object emitting smoke. The scene is serene and cultural, with clear blue skies above.
Sign with logos and text saying "BIENVENIDOS Ximopanoltli" and "Centro Cultural Tolteca Teotihuacano." Features symbols and organizations' names.
A dry landscape with sparse vegetation and cacti in the foreground, featuring a pathway winding through. In the background, there are buildings, brick structures, and trees lining a concrete wall. A mountain rises in the distance under a clear blue s
Two people in a spiritual cleansing ceremony using smoke and a drum, outdoors.
Two people standing outside a stone structure, one holding a drum, in a natural setting with trees and plants.
Woman in a traditional setting sitting cross-legged on a mat, holding a drum and a stick, with a circular pit of stones in front of her and a hanging fern plant overhead.
Stone structure resembling a traditional sweat lodge, surrounded by grass and trees, with a night sky in the background.
A landscaped park with a central stone sculpture on a pedestal surrounded by grass and trees, under a clear blue sky.
Ancient Mesoamerican ball court with stone structures and grassy field.
A group of people inside a cave performing a ritual, with light streaming in from an opening above and incense smoke in the air.
 
 

2. The Greater Mexico City area retreat

In the making for 20 years

 

It began with a vision and was followed by tremendous labor of love. Juan Carlos Chazaro, deeply versed in Toltec history, completed his labor of love. The creation of a magical place in the outskirts of Mexico City. A safe haven for reflection, introspection and rejuvenation, this magnificent retreat space is far enough from the hustle and bustle of the big city, while being close enough to enable visits for those who also wish to visit the fascinating city full of contrasts.

The Toltec teachings, ceremonies and programs provided during this retreat are being enhanced by regular sound baths and mindfulness based meditations practices. The retreat furthermore includes daily yoga and Qigong activities.

Wooden bridge leading to a wooden gate surrounded by lush greenery.
Stone garden path with pink flower petals, surrounded by lush green ferns and foliage, leading to a shaded hut with a thatched roof.
Lush garden with tropical plants, trees, and a small stone path; view includes green foliage and a partial stone structure.
Wooden cabin surrounded by lush greenery and tropical plants
Rustic wooden cabin surrounded by lush greenery and trees, with a stone pathway and a small porch.
Rustic wooden cabin with a stone pathway and wooden steps, surrounded by potted plants and trees.
Wooden door with arched design, surrounded by stone walls, plants, and red flowers, in a rustic setting.
View from an open doorway of a garden with trees, plants, and a stone path.
Cozy bedroom with brick walls, a bed with a light comforter, decorative table lamp with a ceramic base, window with green curtains, and a mirror reflecting wooden beams.
Cozy bedroom interior with a wooden nightstand, decorative lamp, framed artwork, and a cushioned headboard.
Rustic bathroom with wooden door, tiled shower, stone basin sink, decorative mirror, and dried flowers in a vase.
A backyard deck with a view of a lush garden. It features a white rocking chair, a wooden coffee table on a rug, and a small plant on a crate. The scene is surrounded by trees and greenery, creating a serene outdoor setting.
A house nestled in lush greenery with a cityscape in the background. The house features a modern architectural design with a sloped roof. The foreground includes various trees and plants, creating a natural, serene environment.
Wooden cabin on a grassy hill, surrounded by trees, viewed from a stone patio with wooden beams.
Rustic wooden cabin entrance with open double doors, revealing an interior with a sofa and decorative pillows on a wooden floor, surrounded by nature.
A stone building with a staircase, surrounded by trees.
Stone steps and platform with trees and foliage
Rustic stone and wood cabin surrounded by lush green foliage and trees in a forest setting.
Interior view of a wooden staircase with metal railings in a modern building, featuring stone walls and glass floor tiles.
Interior of a rustic cabin with exposed wooden beams, a wooden dining table with modern chairs, a cozy living area with a sofa and chairs, a bench with a cowhide cover, and a sideboard with flowers and photos.
Interior of a rustic wooden cabin with large windows and tree views
Cozy rustic cabin interior with wooden beams and furniture. Features a dining table with chairs, a lounge area with a cowhide chair, and a dresser with vases and frames. Soft lighting creates a warm atmosphere.
Rustic cabin interior with wooden beams, a cozy sitting area, a sofa with pillows, a glass coffee table, a colorful pouf, and a dining table and chairs.
Cozy living room with a white sofa, pillows, wooden beams, large window, glass coffee table, patterned rug, colorful pouf, and wooden dresser.
Rustic wooden bedroom with a cozy bed, wooden beams, a large wardrobe, and an adjacent living area. Large window offers views of trees, providing natural light.
Cozy rustic bedroom with wooden ceiling beams, large window overlooking trees, a tan couch with blue pillows, wooden wardrobe, and plush bed.
Rustic bedroom with wooden beams, a bed with fur throw, and open wooden doors leading to a sunlit room.
Room with large brown leather sectional sofa, stone walls, two large windows showing trees outside, and a wooden coffee table.
Stone gate with surrounding greenery leading to garden pathway
 
 

More information on both will be posted as we progress