Rejuvenate, Refresh and Reconnect with the Well-Intentioned Life on the Beaches of the Costa Rican Caribbean – SOLD OUT. Please let me know if you want to be on the waiting list for next year!
March 4th-12th, 2023
Join us for a retreat in Body, Mind and Soul with Yoga sessions, Mindfulness practices and Ecotours. With an emphasis on personal wellbeing and authentic connection, we will indulge in all of the beautiful things Costa Rica has to offer. In the midst of good company, we will take a lighthearted approach to wellness and health and the learn how to align actions with values. Whether you want to embark on a “journey of turning over a new leaf” with your health or simply have a week to unwind and restore some healthy habits, you will be fully supported in exploring your journey towards living your best life.
A morning and an evening practice consisting of Yoga, mindfulness, and wellness
Local and healthy foods prepared by our own personal chef who grew up in the region
An afternoon tour and tasting at one of the best Bean-to-Bar chocolate farms in Costa Rica
A special Yoga With Horses class tailored just for our group with a local Yogi teacher and horse woman extraordinaire
A surf lesson with a local guide where you can play in a place where the ocean is perfect for beginner surfers
Plenty of free time to walk the beach, explore the small towns, read and unwind, or connect with a new (or old) friend.
Simple, clean lodging in the Gandoca-Manzanillo wildlife Refuge, where we’ll be immersed in the jungle and a stone’s throw from the
ocean
Total immersion in the sweet and wild landscapes of nature. The monkeys shout, the birds sing, the winds sweep by as you find yourself in an area where the rain forest connects to the Caribbean Ocean
8 nights of la Pura Vida, including the first night stay in San Jose upon arrival
All in-country travel, including shuttles to destination and local transport to activities
Healthy, simple and locally sourced meals each day prepared by a local chef
Two health coaching calls with Heather before the trip and one afterwards
One call with Trish prior to the trip to talk about trip logistics, questions or concerns
1 on 1 time with Heather for coaching/fitness consulting while on site
All Yoga, wellness and tour activities while together
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Cost: Early bird pricing from now until December 31st, 2022 – $3700. Regular pricing from January 2023 on – $4100
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$900 will reserve your spot and payments plans are tailored to individual needs.
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All prices are based on double occupancy. Single occupancy rates may be available upon request for an additional $100 per night.
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What’s not included: airfare, travel insurance, gratuities and restaurant meals
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Additional travel insurance is required, along with verification or this insurance, 1 month prior to the trip. Insurance is recommended through World Nomads.
Liability and release forms will be emailed to you 4 weeks prior to the trip. Please return them 1 month before our departure date, to Joy Rides Coaching at joyrides.dgo@gmail.com.
Experience with yoga is not required for this supportive journey. Each person will be encouraged to explore variations of the practice that feel best for them in each individual moment. We will blend the various skills of Yoga including poses for strengthening and stretching, breathing, mindfulness, and relaxation. This will all be layered on the central philosophies of the Yogi lifestyle including compassion, honesty and calm inward focus.
Fitness Level is rated at 2 out of 5. We will be doing activities that require a small amount of hill climbing during the tours, as well as general fitness to be walking on the beach.
