Travel to beautiful Costa Rica for five days of yoga, meditation, clean eating, relaxation and rejuvenation! This power yoga retreat, led by Jill Murphey, owner of yogaErie, allows you to escape the busyness of your hectic life and enjoy a blissful state of just being at the Pura Vida Mountaintop Retreat Center, surrounded by coffee plantations and overlooking the Costa Rica central valley.

You’ll enjoy morning meditation sessions, walks through the neighboring coffee plantation, 1-2 hot power yoga classes a day, three healthy meals prepared with fresh local produce…and plenty of time to enjoy the pool, beautiful holistic garden and peaceful surroundings.

Eco Adventures are also available through the retreat center (at a small additional cost) such as a trip to the waterfall gardens and ziplining at its best! You can schedule these once you are at the resort.

Pura Vida’s Wellness Center offers the very best of holistic healing, bodywork and treatments to restore your soul. All treatments are booked separately at an additional cost. You can also schedule these once you are at the resort.

We’re so excited to have you join us for this unique experience. There are a limited number of spaces available, so please register soon!

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

• 5 nights of lodging
• Transportation to and from the SJO airport to the resort
• 3 delicious locally sourced buffet meals daily
• 1 meditation session a day
• 1-2 hot power yoga classes a day
• Daily hike in the coffee plantation
• 1 group salsa lesson
• Access to the pool and hot-tub on property
• Coffee/Tea always available

TUITION AND HOUSING RATES:

Rates include: Yoga and meditation sessions, 5 nights accommodations, 3 buffet-style meals per day, taxes and transportation to/from the airport. Rates do not include airfare, excursions or wellness treatments.

SINGLE is 1 person per room, DOUBLE is 2 people per room. Prices are per-person. If you would like a double (roommate) you are responsible to find your own roommate, it is not up to Pura Vida Retreat & Spa or yogaErie.

• Tentalow: $1550 (SINGLE), $1350 (DOUBLE)
• A-Frame: $1800 (SINGLE), $1450 (DOUBLE)
• Vista: $1875 (SINGLE), $1550 (DOUBLE)
• Kiva Upper: $1950 (SINGLE), $1600 (DOUBLE)
• Tri-Level: $2000 (SINGLE), $1675 (DOUBLE)
• SOLD OUT-Prana Suite: $2200 (SINGLE), $1800 (DOUBLE)
• Shakti Villa: $3050 (SINGLE), $2100 (DOUBLE), $1800 (TRIPLE), $1700 (QUAD)

To sign up please email kayla@yogaerie.com. You do not have to be a yogaErie student to join, all are welcome!

Visit Pura Vida Retreat & Spa https://puravidaspa.com/ for more information regarding the retreat center and room accommodations.

TRAVEL LOGISTICS: Air: Arrive/Depart San Jose (SJO) Airport. Pura Vida Resort and Kayla will arrange for your transportation to and from the San Jose Airport by a reputable and trusted driver.

Schedule your arrival into SJO for any time on Nov. 15th. You can schedule your departure for any time on Nov. 20th.

The $300 deposit (applied towards the retreat) is non-refundable and non-transferable. The remaining balance is due 60 days prior to the beginning of the retreat (September 16, 2025). If you sign up within the 60 days of the retreat date the 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 and have a roommate and someone in the party cancels the prices will be adjusted to the number of guests attending. *See our cancellation policy for further details.

Students will receive a confirmation email confirming your payment, roommate preference, as well logistical information. yogaErie reserves the right to amend this policy at its sole discretion.

Let us know of any questions! Email kayla@yogaerie.com

You do not have to be a yogaErie student to join, all are welcome! We hope you are able to come to this magical place with us!

Immerse yourself in the transformative power of hot yoga with Kintsugi Yoga. Whether you’re craving a rejuvenating retreat or looking to earn your Hot Yoga Teacher Certification, this experience offers the perfect blend of intensive practice and tropical relaxation.

The Retreat:

Enjoy two hot yoga classes daily, practiced in a dedicated hot yoga hall. Between sessions, unwind by the pool, indulge in spa treatments, or explore local adventures like waterfall hikes and zip-lining.

Optional Teacher Certification:

Elevate your practice by adding our Hot Yoga Teacher Training for just $750. Master the foundational 26-posture, 2-breathing exercise sequence, refine your cueing skills, and build the strength and clarity needed to teach powerful, transformative classes.

Meet Your Facilitators:

Catherine Wetenkamp, founder of Kintsugi Yoga, and Lindsey Lamb, experienced Hot Yoga instructor, will guide you through a practice that blends tradition, strength, and deep personal growth.

What’s Included:

• 5 nights/6 days accommodations
• Two daily hot yoga classes
• Three nourishing meals daily (starting with dinner on the night of arrival and ending with breakfast on the day of departure)
• Roundtrip airport shuttle from the International Airport (SJO)
• Access to pool, hot tub, and wellness center

Optional Add-On:

➔ Hot Yoga Teacher Certification – $750

Pricing:

Tentalow: $2,000
A-Frame: $2,300
Vista Room: $2,400

Limited spots available. Pricing for single occupancy; ask about double occupancy.

For more information and to book, visit www.kintsugiyoga.org/hot-yoga-retreat-and-teacher-training

Hot Yoga 26 Extravaganza is open to everyone, from the beginner who has never even ever tried a Bikram Yoga class, to experienced practitioners and Bikram Yoga teachers. The series is 26 poses and two breathing exercises always done in the same sequence and timing, but every time it is different because the practitioner enters class with a different body, mindset and daily experience. The yoga series is designed to strengthen and open up the body; calm the mind and achieve a “Moving Meditation.” By practicing the same poses, iconic poses like Standing Head to Knee, Standing Bow-Pulling, Triangle, Camel and Rabbit, the practitioner becomes very adept at the 3 “B’s,” breathing, balancing and bending.

This is our home studio, YogaSol in Norwalk, Connecticut, 21st Annual Bikram Yoga/Hot Yoga 26 annual retreat. Nineteen have taken place at the Pura Vida Spa which is a very special retreat center because it has a beautiful hot yoga studio and it has a friendly tranquil and spiritual vibe. Many of our group hail from all over the United States, not only Connecticut but New York, Michigan, Florida, Minnesota and Colorado. A lot of them come back every year to celebrate the yoga, our friendships and natural exquisiteness of Costa Rica.

In addition to two Hot Yoga 26 classes a day, we do a mid-week Posture Clinic and beach trip to the Pacific Ocean at Jaco, we take hikes in the coffee plantation across the street from the Pura Vida Spa and some of us play tennis and pickleball at the local tennis club. The Wellness treatments at the Pura Vida Spa are wonderful and the solar-heated pool and hot tub are excellent ways to relax in between classes.

Rates start at $1820 USD p/p in a shared tentalow.  Other room types available.

If you would like to join our retreat, please contact Dan at info@yogasol.com.

THIS EMPOWERING COSTA RICAN ADVENTURE is for women who want to refresh their bodies and revive their soul.

If you are a woman who is looking for deep and meaningful connections, personal time for reflection, transformation and rest, this powerful week-long immersive tropical retreat is for you.

This is your week to immerse yourself in a sea of holistic wellness. Your dream of a deep drink of downtime is about to come true at this 8 day, 7 night transformative journey. It may be the first time – in a LONG time – that you’ve given yourself a gift like this.

Imagine for a moment, hitting the ‘pause’ button for week all to yourself. Take yourself on a new adventure where you can finally prioritize your needs – to invest in yourself and your health. Pura Vida which translates to “pure life”, is more than a saying; it’s a lifestyle. And this retreat is your gateway to embracing it.

On this week-long women’s only retreat experience, you will be guided to merge with the elements, balancing the fiery energy of hatha yoga mornings with the calming waters of restorative evening workshops.

And when the spirit calls for adventure? The Costa Rican terrain awaits, from thrilling zip-lines to waterfall-hiking eco-adventure tours. Yet, this retreat isn’t just about movement; it’s also about stillness. World-class massage and healing therapists are on hand to guide you towards unlocking your deepest potentials.

And as each day unfolds, facilitated group circles will weave a tapestry of connection and sacred ritual, ensuring you depart with a heart full of memories, friendships, and an invincible sense of self.

Prices from $2220-$3977 USD per person and includes:

• Transportation to and From SJO (Juan Santamaria International Airport).
• 8 Days and 7 Nights Accommodation at an Award Winning.
• Wellness Spa Destination.
• Opening and Closing Women’s Circle and Ceremony
• 3 Daily Delicious and Nutritious Meals (vegan, vegetarian, and gf available)
• Daily Enlivening Hatha Yoga Classes.
• Daily Slow and Reflective Yoga Workshops (teachings for the subtle body)
• Saltwater Pool and Hot Tub Time and Space to Nourish, Heal, and Rest

REGISTER NOW!

This retreat is a blend of traditional Kripalu yoga practices (asana, pranayama, meditation, and mantra) and Energy Medicine Yoga practices that transform you to a new level of well-being. Enjoy the delicious locally grown food, massages from highly skilled therapists, downtime by the pool, and optional excursions such as waterfall hikes, hot springs, coffee tours, and more.

Past participants report the most amazing magic of this retreat is the connections made with like-minded yogis. Join us for an adventure of body, heart, mind, and soul as you celebrate the moments of life.

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

• 7 nights of lodging
• Transportation to and from the SJO airport to the resort
• 3 delicious buffet meals each day
• 2-3 yoga or other workshops every day except Wednesday
• Access to the pool and hot tub on property
• Yoga equipment (mats, straps and blocks)

Prices from $1720 USD p/p.

THIS EMPOWERING COSTA RICAN ADVENTURE is for women who want to refresh their bodies and revive their soul.

If you are a woman who is looking for deep and meaningful connections, personal time for reflection, transformation and rest, this powerful week-long immersive tropical retreat is for you.

This is your week to immerse yourself in a sea of holistic wellness. Your dream of a deep drink of downtime is about to come true at this 8 day, 7 night transformative journey. It may be the first time – in a LONG time – that you’ve given yourself a gift like this.

Imagine for a moment, hitting the ‘pause’ button for week all to yourself. Take yourself on a new adventure where you can finally prioritize your needs – to invest in yourself and your health. Pura Vida which translates to “pure life”, is more than a saying; it’s a lifestyle. And this retreat is your gateway to embracing it.

On this week-long women’s only retreat experience, you will be guided to merge with the elements, balancing the fiery energy of hatha yoga mornings with the calming waters of restorative evening workshops.

And when the spirit calls for adventure? The Costa Rican terrain awaits, from thrilling zip-lines to waterfall-hiking eco-adventure tours. Yet, this retreat isn’t just about movement; it’s also about stillness. World-class massage and healing therapists are on hand to guide you towards unlocking your deepest potentials.

And as each day unfolds, facilitated group circles will weave a tapestry of connection and sacred ritual, ensuring you depart with a heart full of memories, friendships, and an invincible sense of self.

Prices from $2220-$3977 USD per person and includes:

• Transportation to and From SJO (Juan Santamaria International Airport).
• 8 Days and 7 Nights Accommodation at an Award Winning.
• Wellness Spa Destination.
• Opening and Closing Women’s Circle and Ceremony
• 3 Daily Delicious and Nutritious Meals (vegan, vegetarian, and gf available)
• Daily Enlivening Hatha Yoga Classes.
• Daily Slow and Reflective Yoga Workshops (teachings for the subtle body)
• Saltwater Pool and Hot Tub Time and Space to Nourish, Heal, and Rest

REGISTER NOW!

Join me for a 5-night retreat in beautiful Costa Rica!

Escape to the lush mountains of Costa Rica for a transformative yoga retreat centered on nourishment, relaxation, and self-care.

Surrounded by tropical beauty, this immersive retreat invites you to slow down, reconnect, and replenish your mind, body, and spirit. Hosted at the beautiful Pura Vida Retreat and Spa, this retreat focuses on remembering how to nourish ourselves with food, movement, community, and compassionate self-reflection.

The yoga practices for this retreat are appropriate for all levels. Whether you are brand new to yoga and meditation, have a limitation of any kind, or are a seasoned practitioner, you will be able to enjoy the practices.

Each day blends soulful yoga practices with self-reflection, community, nourishing meals made from fresh local ingredients, and intentional time for doing nothing.

Whether you’re seeking deep renewal or a gentle reset, this retreat offers the perfect space to unwind, breathe deeply, and nourish yourself.

Here is a typical retreat day.

• 6:30am sunrise yoga class (all levels)
• 8:00 breakfast
• 9-10:30am free time (journal, swim, read, relax)
• 10:30-12:30 nourish seminar
• 12:30 lunch
• 1:30 free time (spa appointments, napping, reading, swimming, hot tub, hanging out with friends)
• 5:00 sunset yoga class
• 7:00 dinner
• 8:00 optional activity (bonfire, salsa lessons, music, etc tbd)

Spots are limited.

To reserve your space today, call 1-888-767-7375.

Prices from $1482  to $2289 USD, per person.  A non-refundable $500 deposit is due to reserve your spot.
Complete payment is due by December 31st.

A weeklong getaway designed to allow you to recharge and re-energize. Practice yoga, relax by the pool, nap in a hammock, eat delicious food, go on a fun day trips, visit the spa for a massage, and simply relax! With daily yoga classes and guided meditations, the retreat is the perfect opportunity to unwind and reconnect. Whether you have practiced for years or have never taken a yoga class, this retreat is for you.

Retreat Includes

• Accommodation of your choice (see below)
• Two Bikram Yoga classes available each day
• Daily meditation sessions
• Three meals per day
• Posture clinics to deepen your understanding of your yoga practice
• Transportation to and from San Jose airport

Also available (fees vary)*

• Day Trips
• Massages and Body Work
• Private lessons with Teri

Retreat Organizer

Teri Almquist is the owner and director of Wellness Hot Yoga and Teach From Love, an organization dedicated to the continuing education of Bikram method yoga teachers.

She is the author of The Toolbox, a guidebook for teaching Bikram Yoga.

She has over 15 years of teaching experience in the Bikram method, using this powerful practice as a means to help a wide variety of students improve their lives. Read more about Teri.

“I had an amazing week in Costa Rica learning how to “relax even more” – something my mind, body, and spirit were desperately in need of. Everything exceeded my expectations, from the initial booking, facilities, provided meals, posture clinics, and classes, to optional extras like bodywork and daily excursions. I have returned home with a renewed love of my yoga practice and new friends that feel like extended family.”
Hillary
WHY Member & Yoga student

More info and Register →

Join me for a 5-night retreat in beautiful Costa Rica!

Escape to the lush mountains of Costa Rica for a transformative yoga retreat centered on nourishment, relaxation, and self-care.

Surrounded by tropical beauty, this immersive retreat invites you to slow down, reconnect, and replenish your mind, body, and spirit. Hosted at the beautiful Pura Vida Retreat and Spa, this retreat focuses on remembering how to nourish ourselves with food, movement, community, and compassionate self-reflection.

The yoga practices for this retreat are appropriate for all levels. Whether you are brand new to yoga and meditation, have a limitation of any kind, or are a seasoned practitioner, you will be able to enjoy the practices.

Each day blends soulful yoga practices with self-reflection, community, nourishing meals made from fresh local ingredients, and intentional time for doing nothing.

Whether you’re seeking deep renewal or a gentle reset, this retreat offers the perfect space to unwind, breathe deeply, and nourish yourself.

Here is a typical retreat day.

• 6:30am sunrise yoga class (all levels)
• 8:00 breakfast
• 9-10:30am free time (journal, swim, read, relax)
• 10:30-12:30 nourish seminar
• 12:30 lunch
• 1:30 free time (spa appointments, napping, reading, swimming, hot tub, hanging out with friends)
• 5:00 sunset yoga class
• 7:00 dinner
• 8:00 optional activity (bonfire, salsa lessons, music, etc tbd)

Spots are limited.

To reserve your space today, call 1-888-767-7375.

Prices from $1482  to $2289 USD, per person.  A non-refundable $500 deposit is due to reserve your spot.
Complete payment is due by December 31st.

A weeklong getaway designed to allow you to recharge and re-energize. Practice yoga, relax by the pool, nap in a hammock, eat delicious food, go on a fun day trips, visit the spa for a massage, and simply relax! With daily yoga classes and guided meditations, the retreat is the perfect opportunity to unwind and reconnect. Whether you have practiced for years or have never taken a yoga class, this retreat is for you.

Retreat Includes

• Accommodation of your choice (see below)
• Two Bikram Yoga classes available each day
• Daily meditation sessions
• Three meals per day
• Posture clinics to deepen your understanding of your yoga practice
• Transportation to and from San Jose airport

Also available (fees vary)*

• Day Trips
• Massages and Body Work
• Private lessons with Teri

Retreat Organizer

Teri Almquist is the owner and director of Wellness Hot Yoga and Teach From Love, an organization dedicated to the continuing education of Bikram method yoga teachers.

She is the author of The Toolbox, a guidebook for teaching Bikram Yoga.

She has over 15 years of teaching experience in the Bikram method, using this powerful practice as a means to help a wide variety of students improve their lives. Read more about Teri.

“I had an amazing week in Costa Rica learning how to “relax even more” – something my mind, body, and spirit were desperately in need of. Everything exceeded my expectations, from the initial booking, facilities, provided meals, posture clinics, and classes, to optional extras like bodywork and daily excursions. I have returned home with a renewed love of my yoga practice and new friends that feel like extended family.”
Hillary
WHY Member & Yoga student

More info and Register →

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