Wellness, adventure & Pottery Retreat
Our 6-day pottery retreats offers the perfect combination of expert-led pottery workshops, nourishing food, adventure, wellness and relaxation. Whether you are a beginner looking looking to fall in love with a new hobby, or an intermediate potter seeking guidance and mentorship, our ceramics retreat invites you to unleash your creativity and meet other potters in a tropical and serene environment.
Location
Selva Terra - A Private Island Resort in Panama
Selva Terra is a location like no other. What makes Selva Terra stand out apart from being on a private island, are the facilities and excursions available that cater to all tastes. There is truly something for everyone, from the most adventurous souls to those just simply seeking relaxation and bliss.
During your stay, you will have access to the resorts’ secluded and private beaches, two pools, spa, hiking trails, magical mangroves, surf break and complementary use of surfboards, kayaks and paddleboards. Not only will you be learning or enhancing your pottery skills, but you will get to enjoy some quality relaxation time or get involved in as many island adventures as you desire!
2025
Pottery
Retreat
Dates
February 6th – 11th: Clay Foundations with Mariluz
July 1st – 6th: Clay Foundations with Mariluz
July 23rd – 28th: Wheel Throwing with Garret Pendergrass
The Details
Our ceramics retreats are a unique and immersive experience into the clay world. The outcome of this retreat is for the students to understand the foundations of working with clay, learn or enhance hand-building techniques and an introduction to the pottery wheel, and most importantly have a lot of fun! This retreat is designed for beginners and beginner-intermediates.
The retreat will be capped with a maximum of 12 pottery students.
What’s Included:
- 5 nights / 6 days stay at Selva Terra Private Island Resort
- Round trip airport transfers from David Airport to the island
- All-inclusive fresh and healthy meals: breakfast, lunch and 3-course gourmet dinner
- Selected wines and beers
- 15 hours of pottery workshops – taught in English
- Daily yoga overlooking the ocean
- 4 resort activities: hiking, island hopping and snorkeling, kayaking or SUP and cooking class
- Option to go on a day tour to Panama’s Pottery Village, instead of the schedule on day 5
- Use of facilities including kayaks, paddleboards and surfboards
- Kiln fire of 1 piece *subject to dryness and option to ship pieces home at additional fee
- Use of clay and workshop materials
- Panamanian taxes
What’s Not Included:
- International airfares
- Domestic airfares – Panama City Package available as an ad-on
- Cocktails and premium alcoholic beverages
- Additional excursions: fishing, diving, horseback riding.. enquire for more details and pricing in contact form below
- Tips
Pricing
Luxury Accommodations and Pricing
All rooms are ocean facing, have AC, WiFi, own bathroom with hot water and a private terrace. The following room options are available to choose from:
- Private Occupancy Casita or Room
- Double Occupancy Casita or Room
- Quad Occupancy Room
- Non-Students Stay
Pricing varies by retreat, click on the retreat to find out more:
Dates
February 6th – 11th: Clay Foundations with Mariluz
July 1st – 6th: Clay Foundations with Mariluz
July 23rd – 28th: Wheel Throwing with Garret Pendergrass
Deposit and Payment: US$750 deposit is required upfront to secure your spot with the balance due 90 days prior to the retreat start date. Payments can be made via credit card (Mastercard or Visa) or wire transfer.
Ceramics retreat
Secure Your Spot
Let us know which week you would like to join our unique yoga, island and pottery retreat from the available dates in 2025. We will get back to you within 24 hours.
FAQ's
How do you get to Selva Terra?
Check out our Getting Here section. When booking the retreat, airport transfers from David Airport are included.
If you require assistance in Panama City we can also help you. Our Panama City package includes all logistics from the moment you arrive in Panama with an overnight stay in the capital. Enquire for more details.
Can I bring someone that doesn’t want to participate in the pottery classes?
Want to bring a friend, partner or family along with you? Bring them along and they are welcome to join the retreat as a non-student. They will still get to enjoy the resort activities, facilities and retreat schedule, but without the pottery workshops.
Do I get to bring my pieces back with me?
Yes, we will fire one of your pieces in our kiln for you to bring home. At an additional fee, we can also arrange to ship any extra pieces to you via DHL.
What does the Day Tour in Panama’s Pottery Village include?
On day 5, you will have the option to visit Panama’s Pottery Village, La Arena. You will learn about Panama’s deep-rooted ceramic traditions where local crafstmen often create designs used by pre-Colombian indigenous groups of the area. The journey one-way takes approximately 3 hours, and you can expect to be back at the resort by 6pm.
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