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Awaken your spirit and refresh your mind. Experience a peaceful getaway designed to help you slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with yourself through yoga, nature, and adventure at our yoga retreat in Costa Rica, guided by experienced teacher Tami Klingenberg. Set high in the volcanic hills of Alajuela, Pura Vida Retreat & Spa provides a peaceful haven where you can rest, renew, and reconnect with your true self.

From the moment you arrive, the energy of this secluded oasis wraps you in its calm. Each morning, wake to the glow of a new day and sweeping views from 4,900 feet above sea level. Inhale crisp mountain air, exhale stress, and settle into the natural rhythm around you. This isn’t just a retreat—it’s a path to Renewed Radiance.

What to Expect

Every day is designed to balance mindful movement, restorative stillness, and the joy of adventure. Join daily morning vinyasa yoga sessions that are accessible to all levels and always optional—whether you’re just starting or have years of practice. Evening offerings like Yin and Restorative yoga, along with guided meditations, help you unwind deeply. Tami Klingenberg’s compassionate and skillful guidance creates a space where everyone feels welcome.

Between practices, nourish yourself with vibrant, farm-to table meals crafted with local ingredients. These delicious, wholesome dishes fuel both body and soul.

Beyond the Mat

Your journey includes much more than yoga. Enjoy a massage, relax poolside with a good book, or simply soak up the breathtaking natural surroundings. For those seeking adventure, experience the thrill of zip-lining through the cloud forest, hike to hidden waterfalls, or tour a nearby coffee farm.

Recognized as one of Costa Rica’s premier wellness destinations, Pura Vida Retreat & Spa spans eight acres of lush gardens and offers a range of inviting accommodations. Thoughtful hospitality and serene beauty combine to make this the perfect space for transformation and rest.

We invite you to join this journey that we hope will leave you with a heart full of memories, friendships, and a renewed sense of self.

For More Information:  Call 407-463-1178

To Reserve:  Call 678-248-6412/ 888-767-7375 or email reservations@puravidaspa.com

This powerful yoga retreat is led by three facilitators: Kelly Concannon, Greg Nardi and Meg McCarver. Together, we will co-create a space in paradise with us to heal and experience our unstruck heart, the Anahata. Our focus emphasizes personal love, and incites community through acts of love and compassion.

Location

Enjoy a blissful state of “being” at the Pura Vida Mountaintop Retreat Center, surrounded by coffee plantations and overlooking the Costa Rica central valley.

Who It’s For

The retreat is for all levels, from beginners to experienced yogis, who are looking to combine their practice with a purpose.

Retreat Focus

The retreat focuses on a balanced blend of personal growth and community engagement.

Morning Sessions (Self-Love)

The day begins with a silent meditation followed by a morning salute to the sun through a yoga practice. The yoga practice will be followed by a pranayama practice. These sessions are designed to cultivate self-awareness, mindfulness, and a deeper appreciation for your body. Morning sessions will include an exploration of topics through journaling, and will encourage participants to reflect on their relationships to self-care in order to enhance self awareness and transformation.

Afternoon Sessions (Collective Love)

Afternoons are dedicated to fostering connection with others. Activities include individual or partner yoga, group discussions on key yogic texts. Spiritual texts are intended to assist in building conscious relationships. These sessions emphasize the idea that collective well-being starts with a practical understanding of yogic philosophy in action. Participants are encouraged to share individually and collectively through group participation and journaling.

Social Outreach (Universal Love)

This is a key component of the retreat. Participants will spend time working with local non-profit organizations.

Evening Activities: Universal Love (Love Integration)

Evenings are for restoration and community building. Evenings will incorporate gentle restorative yoga, kirtan (devotional chanting), simply stargazing, energy healing circles, and ceremony.

Why This Retreat

This retreat is a unique opportunity to nourish your inner self while extending your compassion outward to the world. It provides a sanctuary for personal growth and a platform for positive social change, all within the breathtaking natural beauty of Costa Rica.

Rates

From $1620 USD per person in a shared Tentalow to $2340 USD in a private suite.

To register, contact:
greg_nardiyoga@me.com

Ignite Your Senses During a Week of Extreme Self-Care
Engage every one of your senses from within during this transformative week dedicated to self-care.

• Experience yoga, meditation, and breath work
• Participate in workshops
• Enjoy optional massages and excursions
  This is a chance for profound reflection and personal growth, as you reset and restore balance through the ancient practices of Ayurveda and Yoga.

For more information, contact info@feelbetteryoga.com

To make your reservation, contact Shina at reservations@puravidaspa.com
or call 678-248-6412
You will not be able to book this retreat online.

Ignite Your Senses During a Week of Extreme Self-Care
Engage every one of your senses from within during this transformative week dedicated to self-care.

• Experience yoga, meditation, and breath work
• Participate in workshops
• Enjoy optional massages and excursions
  This is a chance for profound reflection and personal growth, as you reset and restore balance through the ancient practices of Ayurveda and Yoga.

For more information, contact info@feelbetteryoga.com

To make your reservation, contact Shina at reservations@puravidaspa.com
or call 678-248-6412
You will not be able to book this retreat online.

Course Information

Energize Your Massage Practice at Pura Vida in Costa Rica
Join us at Pura Vida Retreat and Spa in Alajuela, Costa Rica from May 2-9, 2026 for an immersive massage therapy retreat designed to enhance your skills and knowledge. This exceptional massage education vacation experience combines expert instruction in the class path that you select, hands-on practice, and relaxation in a stunning setting.

Course Offerings

Study with some of our top instructors as you enhance your massage therapy expertise with our comprehensive curriculum. Choose from a variety of programs tailored to your professional goals:

• Medical Massage Practitioner Program: Master the art and science of medical massage. This is one of our most popular course offerings and includes the following clases: Day of the Back, Lower Extremity, Day of the Neck and Upper Extremity. Plus, as a bonus, you will receive the online Insurance Billing Home Study course. This in-depth program teaches you how to build a medical massage practice and enhance your existing skills to take clients out of pain.
• Manual Lymphatic Drainage Series: This important series includes both Fundamentals of Lymphatic Drainage and Advanced Lymphatic Drainage. You will gain a deep understanding of the lymphatic drainage system and master techniques to treat the entire body. You will be able to incorporate this skill into your regular massage routine as well as treat pre- and post-surgical clients.
• Myofascial Release Workshop: This two-part series will equip massage therapists with advanced training to effectively address fascial restrictions and alleviate chronic pain. Learn to adapt treatments for various client conditions.

Costa Rica Experience

The Pura Vida Retreat and Spa is a paradise, tucked away on the top of a mountain in Alajuela, Costa Rica. This is a wonderful retreat with fantastic energy. You will be able to select between several guest room accommodations to stay in. (See detailed accommodation descriptions below.)

Our classes take place at Pura Vida Retreat. Massage tables and sheets are provided. You don’t have to worry about bringing your own. The scenic views are unforgettable. You may get lost in the splendor of Costa Rica on your way to class.

Beyond the classroom, you may wish to partake in exceptional spa treatments at the Wellness Centre. You can also wander around and hide away on the property at one of the many relaxation areas. Unwind with daily yoga, or simply relax by the pool or jacuzzi. You deserve this vacation!

We highly recommend taking advantage of some of the Eco-Adventure opportunities offered at Pura Vida. You can immerse yourself in the wonders of Costa Rica. Explore lush rainforests, cascading waterfalls, and volcanic landscapes. Enjoy thrilling adventures like zip-lining, white-water rafting, and hiking.

Travel Package Details

Our all-inclusive packages offer exceptional value.

• Enjoy comfortable accommodations (See the information box below for a detailed description of accommodations and pricing.)
• Delicious meals and soft drinks: You will enjoy three buffet-style meals a day at the dining hall. Meals include vegetarian, chicken, and fish-based dishes. Special Diets can be accommodated with advanced notice. Complimentary coffee, tea, and alkaline water are provided throughout the day.
• Convenient transportation: You will be shuttled to and from San Jose International Airport (Airport Code: SJO) at the start and end of this event.
• Amenities: As a guest at Pura Vida, you will have access to the pool and jacuzzi; morning yoga classes; and relaxation areas showcasing lush gardens.
• Not included in the package: You are also welcome to schedule exceptional spa services and take part in some amazing Eco-Adventures. In the dining hall, wine, beer, specialty juices, and elixirs are available for an additional charge. There is also a gift shop on the property. If you are happy with the service you receive from the staff, gratuities are always appreciated. Airfare is not included in this travel package.

Choose from a range of options to suit your budget and preferences.

Note: Space is limited. Reserve your spot early to secure your preferred course and accommodation.

Why Choose This Retreat?

• Build Your Massage Practice: Deepen your skills, expand your knowledge, and gain a competitive edge with expert instruction in a stunning setting.
• Unwind and Recharge: Balance learning with leisure as you explore Costa Rica’s natural beauty and indulge in relaxation.
• Invest in Yourself: Experience personal and professional growth in a supportive and inspiring environment.

More Info & Register

Hot Yoga Retreat

Open to everyone.

Practice Two Hot Yoga Classes a day.

Enjoy delicious meals prepared by chefs using the most fresh and healthy ingredients. Indulge in exotic spa treatments. Spend time reading & meditating by the pool & Jacuzzi. Relax with the nature of Pura Vida. Explore and reconnect with yourself & others.

Hot Yoga Teacher Training

Hot Yoga Teacher Training Level II and III. For Certified Yoga Teachers or Yoga Students looking to deepen their practice. Receive Hands-On instruction from Jimmy who has been certifying teachers since 1986! His experience and expertise is unparalleled. Gain Certification to Teach Jimmy’s World-Famous Hot Vinyasa Class.

Graduate from Three Live Barkan Method Level II/III Trainings and receive a 300-Hour Barkan Method Certificate. Submit your 300 hour Yoga certificate along with your 200 hour Yoga certificate, log 100 hours of yoga teaching, through Yoga Alliance, and earn a 500 RYS Status!

More Information and Apply →

Join us next May for a sacred, women-only retreat designed to support emotional healing and meaningful transformation. Set against the serene backdrop of lush mountains and vibrant landscapes, the Path to Peace Retreat is a week-long immersive experience that weaves together ketamine-assisted experiences, holistic practices, and somatic tools in one of the most beautiful healing environments on earth.

Led by Dr. Corinne Scholtz and Lynn Jackson, this retreat offers a rare opportunity to step away from daily responsibilities and turn inward with intention, care, and skilled guidance in a supportive, heart-centered setting.

Whether you are moving through a life transition, grief, emotional overwhelm, or a sense of disconnection from your deeper self, this experience is for women who feel called to slow down, listen inwardly, and explore a new pathway toward clarity and wholeness.

Get Your Free Guide

Curious about how ketamine-assisted experiences can support insight, growth, and emotional renewal? Download our FREE Costa Rica Retreat Guide, created specifically for women considering the Path to Peace Retreat. 
Inside, you’ll learn what to expect, how ketamine is thoughtfully integrated into the retreat experience, and how to prepare for a meaningful journey inward.

Visit our website to access the guide and sign up for our newsletter to receive updates, resources, and future retreat announcements.

Who This Retreat Is For

This retreat is for women who feel called to go deeper and are seeking to:

• Heal and integrate emotional experiences
• Release patterns of anxiety, overwhelm, or inner conflict
• Reconnect with a sense of purpose, clarity, and aliveness
• Feel supported and witnessed in a grounded, intentional space
• Spend uninterrupted time in nature and self-reflection

What You Can Expect to Gain

By joining the Path to Peace Retreat, you will embark on a transformative experience that combines the insight-opening effects of ketamine with holistic practices such as yoga, meditation, mindfulness, and somatic exploration. Throughout the week, you may experience:

• Greater self-awareness and personal insight
• Emotional release and integration
• New perspectives and inner clarity
• A renewed sense of calm, connection, and vitality
• Meaningful connection with like-minded women
• Immersion in the restorative beauty of Costa Rica’s natural landscape

This retreat is an invitation to reconnect with yourself, listen deeply, and return home with a grounded sense of peace, purpose, and lasting transformation.

Escape to the lush mountains of Costa Rica for five transformational days of breathwork, Reiki, yoga, healing circles, and soul reconnection! This women’s retreat, led by Elizabeth Soto-Baez, certified breathwork facilitator and Reiki practitioner, invites you to step away from the chaos of daily life and rediscover your authentic self in the peaceful embrace of Costa Rica’s natural beauty.

You’ll experience five powerful group sessions incorporating breathwork, Reiki energy healing, yoga and connection circles designed to release what no longer serves you and reconnect with your inner wisdom. Enjoy spacious, unscheduled days honoring your need for true rest, a guided day trip through Costa Rica’s stunning landscapes, and plenty of time to simply be—whether that’s lounging by the pool, exploring the retreat grounds, or connecting with like-minded women on a similar journey.

All meals are prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, nourishing your body as you nourish your soul. With bilingual support throughout (English and Spanish), you’ll feel safe, supported, and deeply connected to both the Costa Rican culture and your retreat sisters.

Individual 1:1 Reiki sessions are also available through Elizabeth at an additional cost and can be scheduled once you arrive at the retreat.

We’re thrilled to welcome you to this intimate experience. Space is limited to just 10 women to ensure deep, meaningful connections and personalized attention, so please register soon!

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

• 5 nights of lodging in shared accommodations
• Transportation to and from the retreat location
• All meals from welcome dinner (May 17th) through departure breakfast (May 22nd)
• 5 group sessions including breathwork, Reiki, yoga and connection circles
• 1 guided day trip adventure (Monday, May 19th, 8:45 AM – 1:30 PM)
• Access to all retreat center amenities
• Bilingual support (English/Spanish) throughout
• Intimate group setting (maximum 10 women)

TUITION AND HOUSING RATES:

Rates include: 5 group sessions (breathwork, Reiki, yoga and connection circles), 5 nights’ accommodations, all meals, day trip, taxes, and transportation to/from the retreat location. Rates do not include airfare, individual 1:1 Reiki sessions, or personal wellness treatments.

SHARED is 2 people per room. PRIVATE is 1 person per room. Prices are per person. Roommate matching is available if you’d like to share a room but are registering solo.

• Early Bird Pricing (November 1 – December 31, 2025):
  • Shared Room: $1,800 per person
  • Private Room: $2,200 per person
• Standard Pricing (January 1, 2026, onwards):
  • Shared Room: $2,800 per person
  • Private Room: $3,200 per person

Deposit: $800 (secures your spot)
Payment plans available – contact Elizabeth for details

To sign up or learn more,
please email elizabeth@launchyourlifecoaching.com
or visit our retreat website.

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All women are welcome—you don’t need any prior breathwork experience to join us!

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TRAVEL LOGISTICS:

Air: Arrive/Depart San Jose (SJO) Airport. Pura Vida will arrange for your transportation to and from the San Jose Airport.

Arrival: Please plan to arrive at SJO by 5:00 PM on Sunday, May 17th, 2026, to ensure comfortable transportation to the retreat center and arrival in time for our welcome dinner.

Departure: You can schedule your departure for Friday, May 22nd, 2026.

REGISTRATION & CANCELLATION POLICY:

The $800 deposit is non-refundable and secures your spot. The remaining balance is due 60 days prior to the beginning of the retreat (March 18, 2026). If you sign up within 60 days of the retreat date, full payment is due at the time of reserving your spot.

NO REFUNDS for canceling within 30 days of the retreat.

If you sign up with a roommate and someone in the party cancels, roommate matching may be available, or prices will be adjusted to reflect single occupancy rates.

Students will receive a confirmation email confirming your payment, room preference, as well as logistical information. Elizabeth Soto-Baez/Soul Sanctuary reserves the right to amend this policy at its sole discretion.

CONNECTION CALL REQUIRED:

All participants will have a brief connection call with Elizabeth to ensure this retreat is the perfect fit for your needs and intentions. This personalized approach ensures every woman feels supported and prepared for her transformational journey.

Let us know if you have any questions! Email elizabeth@launchyourlifecoaching.com

All women are welcome! We can’t wait to support your journey home to yourself in the magical setting of Costa Rica.
Your soul is calling—will you answer? 

*Pura Vida isn’t just a saying—it’s a way of being. Come discover it with us.*

The FasciaWave™ Retreat is rooted in the SVMT Method of Transformation — a heart-centered teaching that begins in the body, honors vibration as the language of change, and invites mindfulness through a gentle, trance-informed perspective.

This retreat is not only about learning more techniques, but about remembering how to listen. Through embodied presence, sound, stillness, and nature, we return to the wisdom that lives beneath thought — where the body leads, resonance guides, and transformation unfolds naturally.

Here, sound becomes medicine, the nervous system softens, and healing arises from alignment rather than effort.

This is not a retreat to escape your life. It is a return to the living intelligence within the body.

Set within the lush, breathing landscapes of Costa Rica, The FasciaWave™ Retreat is an immersive certification for practitioners ready to deepen their relationship with fascia, vibration, and somatic listening. Here, fascia is approached not as tissue to manipulate, but as a responsive, sensing web — a living field that remembers, adapts, and releases when met with attuned presence.

Through the FasciaWave™ approach, you will learn to work with vibration as a wave of communication — guiding resonance through the fascial network to support unwinding, regulation, and embodied coherence. This work is subtle, powerful, and deeply respectful of the body’s timing.

Each day unfolds as a rhythm of learning, practice, integration, and rest — weaving advanced vibrational therapies with nervous system awareness, somatic inquiry, and nature-based restoration. Certification is earned not through force or performance, but through presence, precision, and embodied understanding.

This is fascia work as art. As listening. As relationship.

You are invited to slow down enough to feel what is already moving — and skilled enough to guide it wisely.

The 5 practices: ​Vibrational Therapies

The Fascia peaks in vibration and the heart of FasciaWave™ are the protocols and teaching practices using Tuning Forks, Himalayan Bowls, and other instruments. You will have hands-on practice learning the amazing transformational skills of these tools.

You will learn:

• Tuning Fork protocols for inflammation, tension, pain management and more
• Singing Bowl protocols designed to be used on Fascia lines for various needs
• Protocols for vagus nerve & nervous system regulation

More Information & Register →

 

Step into transformation with our yoga and wellness retreat Costa Rica, held at one of the country’s oldest and most energetically vibrant yoga sanctuaries. From June 6–13, 2026, wake up to the lush sounds of nature and breathe in peace as you begin each day with movement, breathwork, and mindfulness surrounded by beauty.

Daily Practices to Renew Mind, Body, and Soul

Each day begins with an energizing 6am yoga practice designed to awaken your senses and center your mind. You’ll experience a rich variety of yoga styles, including Hatha, Flow, Ashtanga, Yin, and Slowburn, guided by expert instructors in a nurturing, non-competitive atmosphere. These practices are supported by powerful daily meditations, evening Yoga Nidra, and gentle movement to promote deep restoration.

Discover Peace and Purpose

This retreat goes beyond the mat. Through guided meditations, breathwork, and wellness workshops, you’ll rediscover your personal clarity and purpose. Whether you’re working through transitions or simply seeking deeper connection, this retreat provides the supportive space you need to renew from the inside out.

Incredible Setting, Nourishing Amenities

Set at a renowned Costa Rican yoga retreat center known for its unique energy and sacred land, this is a place where healing and inspiration flow naturally. Between sessions, unwind in the pool, hot tub, or meditation garden. Treat yourself to a spa visit or find peace in the quiet beauty of the resort grounds.

Included in Your Yoga and Wellness Retreat Package

• 7 nights of accommodations at our lush retreat center
• Three healthy, filling meals daily – vegan and vegetarian options available, made with locally sourced ingredients
• Daily yoga practices and wellness workshops
• Guided breathwork, meditation, and yoga nidra
• Use of mats, blocks, bolsters, and meditation chairs
• Round-trip airport transportation
• Access to the pool, hot tub, and beautiful grounds
• Excursions to waterfall gardens, botanical gardens, hot springs, and white water rafting

Comfortable Accommodation Options

We offer a range of accommodations to suit your comfort and budget:

• Shared Tentalow: Garden views, shared bathroom – Starting at $2075
• Shared Indoor Room: Mid-level, private bathroom, balcony – Starting at $2290
• Private Rooms: Indoor or deluxe options – $500–$600 additional for the week

Spa treatments and alcohol are available as optional extras.

Sample Daily Schedule

• 6:00 AM – Energizing yoga practice
• 8:00 AM – Breakfast
• 9:30 AM – Group excursion in nature
• 12:30 PM – Lunch
• 2:00 PM – Wellness workshop or yoga
• 5:00 PM – Dinner
• 7:00 PM – Evening meditation, Yoga Nidra, or gentle Yin

Between sessions, take time to relax in the hot tub, explore the property, book a spa service, or simply soak in the jungle serenity.

Leave Renewed, Refreshed, and Grounded

By the end of this yoga and wellness retreat Costa Rica, you’ll feel grounded, nurtured, and fully alive. This is more than a vacation—it’s an experience of self-discovery, renewal, and joy. You’ll return home with not only lasting memories, but new tools to carry peace into your everyday life.

Reserve your spot today—this transformational journey is calling.

andrea.b.cespedes@gmail.com | 719-200-6139

MrPilatesGuy (Chris Burnett) is offering an unforgettable Hot Pilates retreat at Pura Vida! Attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy Hot Pilates in Costa Rica. Experience the culture through excursions and amazing delicate cuisine. You will leave this retreat feeling rested, reinvigorated and restored. Let’s make Summer 2026 one to remember.

Contact Chris Burnett to reserve
404-671-0453 OR Cburnett0983@yahoo.com

MrPilatesGuy (Chris Burnett) is offering an unforgettable Hot Pilates retreat at Pura Vida! Attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy Hot Pilates in Costa Rica. Experience the culture through excursions and amazing delicate cuisine. You will leave this retreat feeling rested, reinvigorated and restored. Let’s make Summer 2026 one to remember.

Contact Chris Burnett to reserve
404-671-0453 OR Cburnett0983@yahoo.com

Details Coming Soon!

Breathe deeply. Slow down.
Reconnect with the rhythms of nature.

Join Sunstone Yoga for a Relax & Renew Retreat in Costa Rica, an immersive experience designed to nurture your body, mind, and spirit. This retreat is about connecting with yourself and a like-minded community—supported by nature’s beauty and the grounding practices of yoga. You’ll leave feeling lighter, clearer, and deeply renewed.

For more info and to register, contact:
Sunstone Yoga
213-787-4484
contact@sunstoneyogastudio.com

Breathe deeply. Slow down.
Reconnect with the rhythms of nature.

Join Sunstone Yoga for a Relax & Renew Retreat in Costa Rica, an immersive experience designed to nurture your body, mind, and spirit. This retreat is about connecting with yourself and a like-minded community—supported by nature’s beauty and the grounding practices of yoga. You’ll leave feeling lighter, clearer, and deeply renewed.

For more info and to register, contact:
Sunstone Yoga
213-787-4484
contact@sunstoneyogastudio.com

More Information Coming Soon

Pricing from $1593 USD p/p $400 non-refundable deposit to reserve your spot

2 daily yoga classes ~ additional workshops ~3 meals a day

 

518-727-0984 ~ nashvileyogi@gmail.com

The Experience

Rhythmic Balance ~ Cultivating Vitality – Nourishing Life is a week-long immersive retreat designed to restore, awaken, and reconnect.

This is a space where:

• Embodied presence becomes your anchor
• Sacred connection becomes your support
• Rhythmic balance becomes your way of being

Together, we will explore what it means to live in harmony — with yourself, with others, and with the natural rhythms of life.

This retreat is an invitation to:

• Reclaim your capacity for restoration
• Awaken creativity and vitality
• Nourish your whole being
• Deepen your devotion to self-care and collective-care

Rooted in integral movement, breath, and conscious exploration, you will be guided to generate your own rhythm of wellness — one that is sustainable, aligned, and deeply life-giving.

Your Setting

Nestled in the mountainous paradise of Costa Rica’s Central Valley, this retreat offers:

• Lush, vibrant nature
• Expansive views and fresh air
• A serene, supportive environment for restoration and renewal

This is a place where nature itself becomes part of the experience.

Visit LoriCandon.com for additional details and to grab your spot!

Contact Lori to register
614-625-2476
or email her at LoriCandon@gmail.com