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CONVENTION OF THE AMERICAS • July 2026

Convention
Schedule

Five Days of Connection & Renewal

All Community Sessions and Workshops have simultaneous interpretation unless otherwise noted. 

Tuesday, July 21

11 AM –

4 PM 

Convention Registration & Check-inLaurel Terrace

Welcome to Chapala! Pick up your badges and welcome materials on the Laurel Terrace. Connect with fellow early arrivals and explore the beautiful grounds. Hotel check-in at 3 PM.

12 PM –

1:30 PM

 LunchLaurel Terrace

Sandwiches and refreshments will be available on the Laurel Terrace for early arrivals.

2PM –

3:30 PM

Indigenous Welcome CeremonySacred Tree

Spiritual leaders from the local indigenous people welcome you to Lake Chapala under the Sacred Tree in an ancient ritual blessing our gathering. (Consecutive interpretation)

4PM – 

5:30 PM

Opening CeremonySalon Estancia

Welcome to the Convention of the Americas! We come together in community to connect with old and new friends and set our intentions for this transformative week. 

6 PM – 

7 PM

Evening SessionSalon Estancia

Speaker: Kathianne Lewis 

7 PM –

8:30 PM

DinnerLaurel Terrace

Enjoy authentic local cuisine,  traditional Mexican hospitality, and live music native to Jalisco.

9 PM –

9:30 PM

Bilingual Guided MediationSalon Estancia

After a day of excitement, prepare for a restful evening with meditation facilitated by one of our gifted practitioners. (Consecutive interpretation)

Wednesday, July 22

7 AM –

8 AM 

YogaSalon Verde

Begin your day with yoga. All levels and capabilities welcome.

8 AM –

9 AM 

BreakfastLaurel Terrace

We have a full day ahead! Enjoy your breakfast, coffee, and conversation before the program gets going. 

9 AM –

10 AM 

Morning Session – Salon Estancia

Speaker: Jay Lang

10:30 AM –

12 PM 

Workshops Session A – Salon Estancia & Salon Verde

TBD

12 PM –

1:30 PM 

Lunch – Laurel Terrace

Connect with new friends over lunch.

1:30 PM –

3 PM 

Workshops Session B – Salon Estancia & Salon Verde

TBD

3 PM –

3:30 PM 

Bilingual Meditation – Sacred Tree

Join Maureen Jones for a powerful meditation experience underneath the 500+ year old Laurel Tree. (Consecutive interpretation)

4 PM –

5:30 PM 

Workshops Session C – Salon Estancia & Salon Verde

TBD

6 PM –

7 PM 

Evening Session – Salon Estancia

Speaker: Rebeka Piña

Dra. Rebeka is founder of the School of Spiritual Leadership – Latin America Campus and the Convention of the Americas. She's dedicated to sharing spiritual principles and fostering a conscious community without borders.

7 PM –

8:30 PM

DinnerLaurel Terrace

Enjoy authentic local cuisine,  traditional Mexican hospitality, and live music native to Jalisco.

9 PM –

9:30 PM

Bilingual Guided MediationSalon Estancia

After a day of excitement, prepare for a restful evening with meditation facilitated by one of our gifted practitioners. (Consecutive interpretation)

Thursday, July 23

7 AM –

8 AM 

YogaSalon Verde

Begin your day with yoga. All levels and capabilities welcome.

8 AM –

9 AM 

BreakfastLaurel Terrace

We have a fun day ahead! Enjoy your breakfast and coffee before heading out on your excursion. 

9 AM –

2 PM 

Half-day ExcursionsVarious Offsite Locations

Enjoy your time soaking in the Thermal Baths, exploring Isla Mezcala, recharging at Foco Tonal, or sharing your love at a local orphanage.

12 PM –

2 PM 

LunchLaurel Terrace

Sandwiches and refreshments will be available for guests not on an excursion.

4 PM –

7 PM 

Graduation & Ordination CeremoniesSalon Estancia

Celebrate our Practitioner and Spiritual Director graduates and the historic ordination of the first group Latin American Spiritual Directors to be ordained by Centers for Spiritual Living. Dr. Soni Cantrell-Smith, CSL Spiritual Leader will preside.

7 PM –

8:30 PM 

DinnerLaurel Terrace

The celebration continues at dinner!

8:30 PM –

10:30 PM 

DJ Dance PartySalon Verde

What's a celebration without dancing? We all speak the same language on the dance floor. No interpretation needed!

9 PM –

9:30 PM

Bilingual Guided MediationSalon Estancia

Perhaps you'd like a quieter celebration. Prepare for a restful evening with meditation facilitated by one of our gifted practitioners. (Consecutive interpretation)

Friday, July 24

7 AM –

8 AM 

YogaSalon Verde

Begin your day with yoga. All levels and capabilities welcome.

8 AM –

9 AM 

BreakfastLaurel Terrace

It's another full day! Enjoy your breakfast, coffee, and conversation with new friends.

9 AM –

10 AM 

Morning Session – Salon Estancia

Speaker: Michelle Medrano

10:30 AM –

12 PM 

Participant-led Breakout Sessions – Various Onsite Locations 

TBD

12 PM –

1:30 PM 

General Lunch – Laurel Terrace
Practitioner Luncheon – Salon Estancia

Practitioners lunch and learn with Tracy Brown, RScP Em.

1:30 PM –

3 PM 

Workshops Session D – Salon Estancia & Salon Verde

TBD

3 PM –

3:30 PM 

Bilingual Meditation – Sacred Tree

Join Maureen Jones for a powerful meditation experience underneath the 500+ year old Laurel Tree. (Consecutive interpretation)

4 PM –

5 PM 

Closing Ceremony – Salon Estancia

Speaker: Ada Demitropulos

6 PM –

10 PM 

Gala Evening – Salon Estancia

Speaker: Tracy Brown

Cocktail hour • Dinner • Dancing

Saturday, July 24

7:30 AM –

9 AM 

BreakfastLaurel Terrace

Come say one last good-bye and express gratitude for your convention experience over coffee and breakfast.

See you next year at the 2027 Convention of the Americas – July 20-24, 2027!

9 AM –

7 PM 

Full-day ExcursionsTequila or Etzatlán

Excursions depart promptly at 9 AM from in front of the hotel. Enjoy your day exploring the beauty of Jalisco!

11 AM 

Hotel Check-outFront Desk

Guests not extending their stay must check-out of the hotel by 11 AM. 

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