Our Team
John
Host and Man with Many Hats
As an alumni of the renowned comedy troupe, Second City, and with years of experience in the hospitality industry due to many stints as an unemployed actor, John’s background has equipped him with a contagious sense of humour and charm which he brings to his many various duties at The Flying Yogi.
Daniel
King of the Road
Daniel LOVES to drive and he loves showing people a great time around the Yucatan. He can be helpful with translation, he’s very good with technology and, has an eclectic taste in music. Random Fact: on his travel playlist we might be listening one moment to Tears for Fears and then the next song could be a crazy Cumbia!
Needless to say, with Daniel at the wheel, you will never be bored. He will make sure that you have the best trip, eat the best food and receive the best advice on…well, pretty much anything! In fact, he will probably become your best friend before the week is out.
Johannan
Massage Therapist Extraordinaire
Johannan is a physical anthropologist and musician. He studied massage in Mexico City, specializing in Swedish relaxing, Lymphatic and Ayurveda and is currently studying Chiropractic. He strives through his work to provide his clients with psychological and physiological benefits through massage leaving them with feelings of well-being and joy, peace and relief in their body and mind. It is his passion to help people feel happy and find balance and harmony in their bodies.
Chef Armando Gonzalez
Creator of Moveable Feasts
Armando is Executive Chef and Co-Proprietor of one of Mérida’s finest restaurants, Sabor A Mango. His unique recipes are inspired by the flavors from various places in Mexico, the U.S. and Thailand, where he developed himself professionally as a chef. The special Yucatecan Buffet that Chef Armando prepares at the beginning of each retreat at The Flying Yogi is a flavorful gastronomic delight that prepares guests for the richness of the Yucatan culture during their visit to Mérida.