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Three Day
Live-Food
CLEANSe

A GENTLE WAY TO RESET
YOUR BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT

Hosted by Marcela Benson

FEBRUARY 20 - 24

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Immersive + All inclusive
4 nights & 5 days

Use this opportunity to gift yourself the ultimate experience of renewal and healing. Your journey begins with a grounding Ayurvedic vegan dinner, setting your intentions for deep transformation. Over the next 4 nights and 5 days, immerse yourself in the Three-Day Life Food Cleanse, crafted to rejuvenate your body, mind, and spirit. Awaken each day to organic raw, vegan elixirs, probiotic-rich meals, and artisanal fermentations, all designed to nourish you at the deepest level.

Engage in transformative practices that connect you to your essence, embraced by the serene beauty of nature. The retreat concludes with a revitalizing post-cleanse breakfast, leaving you uplifted, inspired, and ready to step into life with renewed purpose and joy. This is your chance to let go, transform, and rediscover the vibrant energy within you.

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Get ready for your Cleanse at ChoZen Retreat!

SLOW DOWN, SET NEW INTENTIONS, AND ENJOY PURPOSEFUL COMMUNITY.

Meet your host

Marcela Benson

Marcela Benson is an award-winning author, and Spiritual Nutrition Counselor recognized for her transformative work in conscious living. She holds a master's in Vegan and Live Food Nutrition from the University of Integrated Science in California. She has trained under Dr. Gabriel Cousens, MD, MDH, DD, specializing in live food nutrition, spiritual fasting, and natural approaches to healing diabetes.

Her acclaimed book Love, Peace, and Vegetables: Recipes for Conscious Living has earned numerous accolades, reflecting her deep commitment to holistic wellness and vibrant living. Marcela's teachings blend ancient wisdom with advanced energy practices, drawing from Ayurvedic science, Amazonian and Chinese tonic herbs, and crystal healing. She also emphasizes the concept of live food as a superconductor for vitality, nourishing both the body and the spirit.

A key element of Marcela's approach is using tachyon tools in meditation and pain body release. These tools help individuals connect more profoundly with the quantum field, fostering deeper awareness and spiritual insight. Through her integrative methods, she empowers people to experience heightened states of consciousness and well-being.

In addition to her expertise in Spiritual Nutrition, Marcela is a certified Tachyon Body Pain instructor and has completed Mind Healer certification at Ambara Ashram. She incorporates Rife frequencies, scalar energy, and bio-resonance into her practice, offering a unique, multidimensional approach to healing. Her work has inspired people worldwide, transforming lives by aligning the body, mind, and spirit through nourishing live food and energy-infused practices.

“If it doesn't bring health, peace, or purpose, don't give it your time or energy.”

Meet your facilitators

Duilio Bronsztein

With over 25 years of experience in Osteopathic Medicine and manual therapies, Duilio Bronsztein has built a reputation for solving complex health challenges and guiding patients toward long-lasting recovery. His hands-on, patient-centered approach fosters collaboration, encouraging individuals to become active participants in their healing journey.

Specializing in therapies such as Osteopathy, Craniosacral Therapy, Sports Injury Medicine, Posturology, and Somatosensorial Release, Duilio tailors each treatment to meet his patients’ unique needs. Whether relieving chronic pain, enhancing physical performance, or restoring balance after an injury, he aims to address the root cause of discomfort, helping patients regain vitality and well-being.

Dedicated to treating the whole person, Duilio blends advanced techniques with compassion and a deep respect for the body’s innate ability to heal.

Paola beschin

Paola Beschin is an accomplished singer-songwriter and master voice coach dedicated to guiding individuals on a profound journey of healing and self-discovery through the power of their voice. As the creator of the TAYOCA Method, she seamlessly blends artistry and mindfulness to help her students unlock the transformative potential of vocal expression. Drawing on principles of Tantra, which cultivates presence and connection to life’s energy; Yoga, which harmonizes breath, body, and mind to create balance and clarity; and Canto, an elegant fusion of classical bel canto and modern speech-level singing techniques, Paola refines the voice into a natural, authentic expression.

Paola’s work is more than voice coaching—it is an invitation to explore the voice as a vessel for emotional release, self-love, and alignment. Her sophisticated approach combines music and technique with intuition and care, empowering her students to transcend blockages, embrace their uniqueness, and attune to their most authentic selves. Whether enhancing vocal presence, releasing emotional tension, or reconnecting with the inner voice, Paola creates a nurturing space for transformation, offering a journey that leads to deeper self-awareness and love.

Instagram: @paolabeschin

Bri Beard

Brie weaves a variety of sacred teachings in each class she guides. With over 20 years of experience teaching and studying yoga, she draws on her background in Kundalini, Ashtanga, Anahata and Qi Gong. An essential thread in her teaching is to remind each student that they are their own best teachers. She believes through pranayama techniques we can unlock our own internal medicine cabinet and enhance every aspect of our life through breath. She infuses a variety of yogic tools and technologies, while some classes are like a moving meditation, others might include challenging kriyas and energetic clearing techniques. Her hope is that each student leaves feeling more aligned with their hearts and connected to their spirit so that we may live a life oriented to peace.

Instagram: @the.wellfedmother

Your Retreat Experience

This retreat offers an all-encompassing experience. Enjoy daily yoga, Qigong, breathwork, and meditation, enhanced with cutting-edge spiritual technologies. Discover serenity through nature immersions, engage in vibrant community connections, and participate in opening ceremonies and workshops that inspire deep reflection, joyful movement, and meaningful stillness.

Benefit from sessions with expert practitioners, including osteopaths and craniosacral therapists, and enjoy various massage options. Relax and rejuvenate with our sauna and cold plunge for a truly immersive healing experience.

Completely gluten-free, sugar-free, and caffeine-free, our cleanse will revitalize your body, elevate your mind, and ignite your spirit. We can happily accommodate dietary needs with advance notice.

Day 1:
Welcome & Grounding
(February 20)

Your transformative journey begins with a warm welcome and an opportunity to settle into the serene retreat environment. Explore the beautiful grounds with a guided tour before enjoying a nourishing Ayurvedic pre-cleanse dinner. The evening unfolds with a powerful opening ceremony where you'll set intentions, open the energetic portal for the cleanse, and receive your special goodie bag. To close the day, a soothing Qigong session helps align and center your body, preparing you for the days ahead.

Day 2:
Deep Cleanse
(February 21)

Wake up to the beauty of nature with an invigorating walk that connects you to the surrounding landscape. Enjoy a delicious, cleansing breakfast that includes green juice and probiotic elixirs. The morning focuses on gentle introspection with journaling and a Yin Yoga session to harmonize your body’s energy flow.

Connect deeply through meditation and expand your energy field in a guided group session. The afternoon invites you to learn about the healing power of live foods or to enjoy some free time, perfect for booking an optional therapy or unwinding in the sauna or cold plunge. End the day with a delicious, digestive-friendly dinner and an empowering breathwork class designed to release stress and cultivate inner peace.

Day 3:
Feeling Lighter and More Relaxed
(February 22)

Start your day with another refreshing nature walk, followed by a revitalizing breakfast to fuel your body and spirit with green juice and probiotic elixirs. A dynamic Kundalini Yoga session supports deep detoxification, followed by a guided meditation to help expand your energy and foster community connections. Lunch is a vibrant, nutrient-rich meal to keep you feeling light and energized. In the afternoon, take advantage of more free time to book healing therapies or experience the cold plunge for a revitalizing boostEnjoyoy an energizing Vinyasa Flow session the evening arrives n before gathering around the fire pit for a powerful letting-go ceremony. A nourishing dinner completes the day, leaving you feeling clear, balanced, and ready for the final day.

Day 4:
Integration & Reflection
(February 23)

Embrace the final full day with a grounding morning walk and a wholesome, energizing breakfast. Gentle yoga and meditation set the tone for a day focused on integrating your cleanse experience. Kundalini Yoga will help you anchor the benefits of the cleanse, followed by a session on expanding your energy field and connecting with your group. After a nourishing farewell lunch, we’ll share inspiration and practical tips for taking your newfound wellness home. The day concludes with a calming Qigong practice and an unforgettable DJ dance party and a gratitude-filled closing ceremony. Celebrate your transformation, share heartfelt moments with new friends, and prepare to reenter the world refreshed and renewed.

Day 5:
Departure
(February 24)

On the final morning, take one last peaceful nature walk and enjoy a balanced breakfast to close your cleanse. Depart feeling empowered, rejuvenated, and inspired, with all the tools you need to continue your wellness journey at home.

February 20: Welcome & Grounding
4:00 PM: Check-In – Arrive, settle in, and get acquainted with the retreat space.
5:30 - 6:00 PM: Guided Tour – Explore the retreat space and facilities.
6:00 - 7:00 PM: Ayurvedic Pre-Cleanse Dinner – Nourishing meal to prepare your body for the cleanse.
7:15 - 8:00 PM: Welcome ceremony – Set intentions, open the energetic space for the cleanse, and receive your goodie bag!
8:00 PM: Qigong – A mindful evening practice to align and welcome the body consciously.

February 21: Deep Cleanse (Day 1)
Morning:
7:00–8:00 AM: Nature walk
8:00 - 9:00 AM: Breakfast – Cleansing drink, probiotic elixir, and nourishing meal.
9:00 - 10:00 AM: Journaling – Reflect in silence and connect inwardly.
10:00 AM: Yin Yoga – Gentle stretches to awaken and align the body’s meridians.
11:00 to 12:00 AM: Meditation, expanding energy field, sharing and connecting
Afternoon:
12:00 - 1:00 PM: Light, Cleansing lunch.
3:00 - 4:00 PM: Workshop - to be decided
Free Time—Pre-book any extra therapies, such as osteopathy, craniosacral therapy, lymphatic treatments, massage, or simply using the sauna or cold plunge.
Evening:
6:00 - 7:00 PM: Dinner – Digestive-focused, nourishing meal.
8:00 PM: Breath Class – Breathwork session to let go, energize, and center.

February 22: Feeling lighter and more relaxed (Day 2)
Morning:
7:00–8:00 AM: Nature walk
8:00 - 9:00 AM: Breakfast – cleansing drink, probiotic elixir, and energizing green juice.
10:00 AM: Kundalini Yoga – A detox-focused class to support liver cleansing.
11:00 to 12:00 AM: Meditation, expanding energy field, sharing and connecting
Afternoon:
12:00 - 1:00 PM: Nutrient-rich lunch.
3:00 - 4:00 PM: Cold plunge time
Free Time—Pre-book any extra therapies, such as osteopathy, craniosacral therapy, lymphatic treatments, massage, or simply using the sauna or cold plunge.
Evening:
5:00 PM: Vinyasa Flow – An energizing evening session.
6:00 - 7:00 PM: Dinner – Detoxifying and nourishing meal.
8:00 - 9:00 PM: Fire pit circle - Letting go ceremony

February 23: Integration & Reflection (Day 3)
Morning:
7:00–8:00 AM: Nature walk
8:00 - 9:00 AM: Breakfast – A nutritious, energizing meal.
Gentle yoga and meditation practice.
10:00 AM: Kundalini Yoga – Continue the detox journey with focused movement.
11:00 to 12:00 AM: Meditation, expanding energy field, sharing and connecting
Afternoon:
12:00 - 1:00 PM: Farewell lunch focused on post-cleanse nutrition.
3:00 - 4:00 PM: inspiration for when we go home tips, ideas, and more sharing.
Free Time—Pre-book any extra therapies, such as osteopathy, craniosacral therapy, lymphatic treatments, massage, or simply using the sauna or cold plunge.
Evening:
5:00 PM: Qigong – A calming practice to conclude the day and harmonize energy.
6:00 - 7:00 PM: Dinner – Alkalizing and nourishing meal.
7:00 - 9:00 PM: DJ-Dance party and gratitude-filled closing ceremony.
Preparation for departure.

February 24:
7:00-8:00 AM: Nature walk
8:00 - 9:00 AM: Breakfast – post-cleanse balanced breakfast.
11:00 AM: Checkout

*This is a sample schedule and may be adjusted for the best possible experience.

Who is this retreat for?

People interested in cleansing their bodies and reset their intention and energy holistically.
Wellness enthusiasts eager to learn about plant-based, raw, and living foods.
Practitioners and seekers of mindful living who want to connect more deeply with themselves and nature.
Those feeling disconnected or burnt out, in need of reconnection with their inner self and the natural world.
Participants interested in experiencing immersive practices like Yoga, Qigong, and breathwork in a supportive community setting.
People looking for spiritual transformation and personal growth.
Anyone wanting to rest, rejuvenate, and connect with an amazing, like-minded community.

Results to Expect

Experience deep inner calm and mental clarity through daily mindfulness practices.
Learn practical tools to sustain a vibrant, plant-based lifestyle.
Revitalize your body with nutrient-rich, probiotic meals designed to boost your life force.
Feel re-energized and rejuvenated by nature immersion and community support.
Leave with a renewed sense of purpose and the tools to maintain a harmonious balance in life.
Gain clarity and a sense of calm through daily mindfulness practices.
Make new friends and experience the joy of a supportive community.
letting go of what is hindering you and reset your intention for new beginnings.
Feel refreshed and re-energized, both mentally and physically.

WHO THIS RETREAT ISN'T FOR:

People unwilling to try new ways of thinking or living.
Individuals seeking a fast-paced, high-stress experience.
Those who are not open to plant-based, holistic meals and wellness practices.
Anyone who prefers urban settings over natural environments.
Participants looking for a superficial or purely entertainment-focused retreat.

Accomodations

THE SANCTUARY

The Sanctuary is an off-the-grid eco-glamping experience with outdoor showers, composting toilets, vertical garden and open-air gathering tent. A coveted neighborhood, where urban living meets eco-tranquility, The Sanctuary offers guests a serene retreat within the heart of Wild Florida where they can explore lush trails through ChoZen Paths along the San Sebastian River in our Dome Village, Safari Camp & Cosmic Airstreams.

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The pricing includes accommodations, meals, program participation, access to the spa, and access to trails; however, travel and taxes are not included.