THE ARENA. A Men’s Retreat.
AUGUST 27th - AUGUST 31st, 2026
The Experience…
THE ARENA. A Men’s Retreat for Self-Mastery + Brotherhood
with David Johnson + Dominic Stanley
August 27th - August 31st, 2026 - Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Stepping into the Arena is not about self-improvement.
It is an initiation into your next, truest, + strongest chapter.
The world is full of advice telling men how to live better.
But becoming the man you’re called to be doesn’t happen through information alone.
It happens when you voluntarily enter the arena —
where pressure is real, standards are clear, and your word matters.
Space is limited. This is an intimate retreat.
THE ARENA
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THE ARENA 〰️
Why the Arena…
Men are carrying more responsibility than ever—often without the tools, support, or space to train themselves properly.
The Arena exists to give men a container:
To slow down without losing their edge;
To regulate their nervous system under pressure;
To sharpen values and decision-making;
To rebuild physical vitality;
To stand shoulder-to-shoulder with other grounded men;
This is not an escape from life.
It is preparation to meet it well.
Who the ARENA is for…
The Arena is for men who:
Are successful but feel misaligned or stretched thin;
Are ready to take responsibility for their health, direction, and leadership;
Want honest relationships with other grounded men;
Are done outsourcing clarity and ready to do the work;
Feel the call to stand more fully in who they are;
This is not for men looking for a quick fix.
This is for men ready to step in.
What to expect…
- Twice daily yoga
- Meditation + Journaling
- Breakout sessions
- Fireside discussions
- Ice baths
- Incredible food!
Meet your hosts…
David Johnson
David Johnson is a husband, father, and devoted practitioner of discipline who creates structured environments where men refine their bodies, steady their minds, and clarify their direction. As the co-founder of SWEAT Yoga Studio, he integrates strength training, yoga, and direct conversation to help men build resilience, integrity, and earned confidence.
He believes clarity is not given; it is forged through practice.
Dominic Stanley
Dominic Stanley works with men who carry responsibility well—but rarely pause long enough to process it.
After returning from deployment to Iraq, he found yoga as a tool for regulation and resilience. With a background in senior military leadership and over a decade immersed in meditation and contemplative training, his teaching is practical, steady, and grounded in lived experience.
He integrates strength and stillness, effort and recovery, helping men recalibrate their nervous systems and reconnect with clarity and self-trust.
Your stay includes…
Selected room accommodations for 4 nights // Gourmet breakfast, lunch & dinner to accommodate all diets // Twice daily movement // Saltwater pool // Beach access // Waterfall hike // Beach bonfire // Specially curated gift // Airport transfers
*Optional ala carte: \\ Bar drinks \\ Spa services \\ Cold plunge \\ Surf lessons \\ Other various excursions
**Airfare, NM sales tax, and gratuities to resort staff are not included.
Space is limited. A $1000 non-refundable deposit per person will hold your room. Half of the balance is due May 1st and the remaining balance June 1st. No refunds for any reason.
A room with a view…
This one-of-a-kind earthy and sophisticated beachside Villa is designed for comfort, luxury, and VIEWS! Each level of the Villa displays a magical setting: at the top, two dreamlike Penthouses with elegant beds, beautiful palapa roofs, and floor-to-ceiling glass windows overlook the ocean.
Sitting poolside are four well-appointed, peaceful rooms, each with a private bathroom, comfortable beds, and boho chic details.
All of the rooms are facing the sea with AC and are quiet and private. The entire Villa has high-speed WiFi for your convenience.
The property boasts an al fresco dining area and bar where you can relax and enjoy a drink. With local organic meals, a saltwater pool, beautiful beach access, and the property all to ourselves, this will be the best handstand camp you never knew you needed.
Spaces are limited, and rooms are filling fast—don’t wait to secure your place and become part of this immersive experience!
The Penthouse
Perfect for the solo traveler or your BBF, each of the penthouses boasts a king-size bed, panoramic windows, and a terrace facing the sea.
Air conditioning, WiFi, king-size beds with memory foam mattresses and luxury linen, ocean and pool views, private bathrooms with hot water showers.
Single Occupancy - $3,000
Double Occupancy - $2,500
(rate is per person)
Rooms
Grab your buddy! These rooms are being sold as doubles only. Each room will have two beds.
Air conditioning, WiFi, beds with memory foam mattresses and luxury linen, ocean and pool views, private bathrooms with hot water showers. 450 sq ft.
~ There are only 3 Rooms on the property ~
Double Occupancy Only - $1,900
(rate is per person)
ACCESSed only BY BOAT
Mixto's pristine beach is the best kept secret in Puerto Vallarta
About Transportation
There is no road access to the property. For boat transportation purposes, guests should book an arrival flight that lands no later than 4:00 PM and a departure flight that takes off no earlier than 12:00 PM.
GETTING TO MIXTO
After landing at Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR), take a moment to change into comfortable clothes for your trip to Xinalani. You’ll be joining us by boat, so expect to get wet up to your knees when stepping off the boat and onto our beach. We suggest wearing shorts, sandals, and sunscreen. We also recommend safeguarding your cell phone and valuables in a waterproof dry bag.
