ALIVE+AWAkE
Costa Rica Yoga Retreat 2024
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Remove yourself from the frigid grips of winter and immerse your body and heart in the warm, nurturing embrace of the tropics.
This six-day retreat is the perfect opportunity to unplug from the challenges of the cold, winter season and reset + rejuvenate your mind, body, and Spirit with nourishing Yoga, medicinal foods, and the healing power of nature.
Dominical is a tropical dream. It’s a quaint little beach town right on the ocean, surrounded by lush jungles and gushing waterfalls, making it the perfect place to retreat to in the middle of winter.
Join in February 2024 for an unforgettable experience with a like-minded community.
We’ll be staying at the gorgeous Danyasa Eco Resort, right in the middle of Dominical, or ‘Domi’ as the locals call it
All reservations include all meals, daily morning meditation, breathwork, and Yoga Asana, Kundalini + sacred cacao-medicine ceremonies, fun + educational workshops, and so much more!
THE EXPERIENCE
We’ll spend the week away from Chicago’s grueling winter, immersing ourselves in the warm and wild aliveness of the tropics. The intention of this retreat is to support YOU in your coming alive by surrounding yourself with the vibrant charge of Mother Nature.
We’ll use healing practices like breathwork, Yoga asana, Kundalini Yoga, meditation, and more to awaken, enliven, and bring joy into our hearts and bodies after a long stretch of the winter blues.
In addition to our daily ritual, we’ll be nourished with high-vibrational foods by world-renowned chefs, fresh fruits, the salty ocean air, and dips in the sea.
Join in on an adventure tour, transformational workshop, or take a dip in the mermaid pool at Danyasa, our retreat home, to make this trip everything you need to nourish yourself: mind, body, spirit.
If you are one (like many- Emily being one of them) who struggle with seasonal depression, this is a perfect opportunity to invest in yourself and your mental health. Come for the retreat and maybe even stay a while longer (we 10/10 recommend).
This retreat is for those who are ready for an adventure not only to another country, but into the depth of their hearts. This is not a retreat for those who are only looking for Yoga Asana 2x/day. We go deep within the love and safety of community on my retreats. With that being said, every person who came on our 2023 retreat stated that they had a life-changing experience. It’s going to be SUPER powerful and I can’t wait to share it with you!
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 26
Arrive to SJO airport and meet group between 10am-12pm
1:00pm Group transport departs from SJO to Danyasa(est. 3.5 hour trip)
5:00pm Arrive to Danyasa
6:00pm Organic, locally sourced dinner prepared by our chef
7:00pm Welcome Circle
TUESDAY, FEB 27 – SATURDAY, MAR 2
6:30 AM: Coffee, tea, and light fare in common area
7:00 AM: Meditation + Breathwork (30-minute practice with guided instruction, in the yoga studio)
7:30-9:00 AM: Energizing Morning Movement
9:30 AM: Fresh, local, organic breakfast
11:30 AM: Free time OR scheduled tour/beach day // creative block, pool time, hiking, exploration, or additional optional activities
1:00 PM: Lunch at Danyasa
4:00 PM: Evening Session // Transformational Breath, Restorative Yoga, or Ceremony
6:30 PM: Community Dinner
8 PM: Free time OR scheduled ceremony by the fire
* Schedule subject to change
SUNDAY, 3/3
Departure from Danyasa at 8:00am. Arrive to SJO airport at 12:30pm
All prices include activities, food, and lodging for the entire experience. Prices include roundtrip transportation to and from SJO Airport. See more details on transfers below.
KING (PRIVATE ACCOMMODATION) –SINGLE OR COUPLE
pricing:
single: $3300 couple: $5700
3 available
sold out
*room has two beds: 1 king + 1 twin but will be designated as a solo space
QUEEN (PRIVATE ACCOMMODATION) -SINGLE OR COUPLE
pricing:
single: $3300 | couple: $5700
4 available
sold out
TWIN (SHARED ACCOMMODATION) -SHARED WITH 2 OTHER PEOPLE
pricing:
single: $2800
6 available
sold out
Costa Rica 2016 is where it all began for Emily. It was in the jungles of Costa Rica where Emily discovered Yoga for the first time in her life. In a moment in child’s pose, her life was changed forever. With the combination of the practice, the ‘pura vida’ lifestyle, and the warm embrace of Mother Earth, it was the first time Emily ever felt truly connected to herself after years of addiction and inner struggle. It was in that moment she experienced healing for the first time and her life’s purpose became instantly clear.
After a month long trip in Arenal, she returned back to the states with a new vision: to become a Yoga Instructor. Emily has been a student and teacher of Yoga since 2016 and has spent 6 years dreaming of this very moment. Costa Rica is Emily’s Yoga ‘home’, and she cannot wait to show you the what this mind-blowingly beautiful country has to offer you and your personal practice.
In addition to being a 500-hour trained registered Yoga Instructor, Emily is a meditation teacher, self-empowerment and embodiment guide, breathwork facilitator, and holistic lifestyle guide. She also serves as a mentor for new Yoga teachers who have found their purpose in sharing the practice.
Her mission through all of her work is to guide you towards your own inner guru so that you can embody your power and live your truth through unconditional self-love and authenticity. Emily aims to create a safe space where you can come as you are and feel welcomed, accepted, loved, and as powerful as you are in any moment. Her teaching style is eclectic, spiritual, and deeply rooted in Yogic and Tantrik philosophies with just the right amount of challenge for your mind and body.
From teaching Yoga, guiding breathwork sessions, leading workshops, and hosting adventurous retreats, she provides empowering, educational, and unforgettable experiences that will inspire you to connect to the electric life force that lives within and all around you, so that you can carry them with you forever.
GETTING THERE
We will be located in the center of Playa Dominical, one of Costa Rica’s favorite Surf towns.
Group Transportation to + from SJO airport is included with your reservation.
Shuttle will leave SJO airport at 1:00pm CDT 2/19
Shuttle will return to SJO airport by 1:00pm CDT 2/26
*Please schedule your flights accordingly. Many of our guests from last year chose to fly in a day early to get settled in and stayed an extra day to rest. Free shuttles run to and from the following hotels:
AirBnBs are available in Costa Rica and typically more budget-friendly, as are Ubers. However, if you do not speak Spanish it’s not recommended to take this route as it can be quite confusing. If you are looking for ease, go with the hotel route.
For a more adventurous transfer, you can take a domestic flight* from SJO airport to Quepos and arrange a taxi or shuttle from there (we can help you arrange the shuttle). We recommend FlySansa for your domestic flights. It is such a fun experience and a great way to see Costa Rica’s landscape from the clouds.
*Domestic flight not included in price of reservation*
At the present moment, the US is not requiring negative COVID tests upon return. This could change at any moment. We will keep you updated if anything should change.
**Please READ before registering**
Policies + Important Information
This retreat is for those who are ready for an adventure not only to another country, but into the depth of their hearts. This is not a retreat for those who are only looking for Yoga Asana 2x/day.
We go deep within the love and safety of community on my retreats. With that being said, every person who came on our 2023 retreat stated that they had a life-changing experience. It’s going to be SUPER powerful and I can’t wait to share it with you!
Deposit + Payment Plans
$750 non-refundable deposit is required to hold your space. The remaining amount of your reservation may be split into 2 payments*
Send deposit via Zelle to emilyblackwellyoga@gmail.com
The deposit is non-refundable, as are all payments
No holds without a deposit. This retreat will sell out. If you’re committed, put your deposit down.
Do not fill out a registration form unless you have put your deposit down.
Returning retreat guests receive $200 off their reservation
Full balance must be paid by December 1, 2023
Credit card payments are available for remaining balance. 4% transaction fee will be applied
Refund Policy
There is a strict no refund policy on all retreat payments. However, should you be unable to attend your reservation is transferable to a friend or family member.
REGISTER
Please send your deposit at the time of registration. No holds without a deposit. This retreat will sell out. If you’re committed, put your deposit down.
CONTACT
We understand booking a trip like this can feel huge, because it is!
Communication is always better over the phone. Schedule a time to chat with Emily and ask her any questions you have about the retreat here. You can also email her at emilyblackwellyoga@gmail.com
See the fun from our 2023 retreats
