IRENA BARTOLEC
YOGA AND MINDFULNESS Facilitator & Guide
Hola, I'm Irena
As a KPJAY-authorized yoga teacher, meditation guide, retreat facilitator, life mentor, and published author, my lifelong mission is to share the transformative tools of yoga and mindfulness within the safe, nurturing spaces I create.
With over 20 years of professional experience in yoga and wellness industry, I lead annual retreats and workshops worldwide and teach locally in Bali, Croatia, and Costa Rica.
I’m also a devoted mother, passionate about what I do.
Retreats
Going on retreat is a powerful gift to yourself—an unapologetic act of self-care.
Each experience is thoughtfully curated by Irena, blending traditional practices with a safe, nurturing environment that inspires profound inner transformation (You can also find me on bookretreats.com).
Private Paradise Retreats
Make Yourself a priority
Exclusive Group Escape
connect & Glow Together
Retreats 2026
Explore-Renew-Thrive
HOT RETREAT
ASHTANGA TROPICANA/ COSTA RICA
12-17 February 2026
Awaken to tropical birds and drift off to the rhythm of ocean waves at our legendary Ashtanga Tropicana Retreat. This idyllic 6-day escape on Costa Rica's Pacific coast, is tailored for ultimate rejuvenation. Your days begin with expert Ashtanga guidance from Irena, followed by afternoons for beach relaxation, pranayamas, yoga playgrounds or adventurous exploration. Nourish your body with delectable farm-to-table cuisine and indulge in rejuvenating massages, all while surrounded by breathtaking natural splendors.Be The Change!
Ashtanga Yoga Mama is a 100% female owned and operated small business. We are committed to support and provide opportunities for local female entrepreneurs here in Costa Rica. By booking a retreat with us you are providing social and economical support to female surf coaches, drivers, chefs, photographers, masseuses, bakers, cacao farmers, horse guides, bee keepers and cowgirls all of whom make up the core of this unique female driven entrepreneurial community.
Supporting a Global Cause:
We donate 10% of the profits from every group retreat to our brave friends: Yoga Stops Traffick, a worldwide campaign that unites yoga practitioners in the fight against human trafficking.
The funds we raise go directly to the Odanadi Seva Trust, an innovative anti-trafficking organisation based in Mysore, South India. Odanadi is dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and reintegrating trafficked women and children. For over 30 years, they have provided a safe haven for survivors of human trafficking, sexual exploitation, slavery, and domestic abuse. To date, they have rescued 14,332 victims.
By participating in our retreats, you are actively supporting global communities of women and helping to amplify their voices.
Our Pledge To Sustainability
We prioritise environmental respect by partnering with eco-conscious properties, minimising single-use plastics, and serving locally sourced, seasonal foods from small farms whenever possible. Most importantly, our model is built on social sustainability—we invest in local female entrepreneurs, support community-led projects, and donate 10% of our profits to Yoga Stop Traffic, ensuring our presence creates a lasting, positive impact for both people and the planet.
Love Notes from our clients
Discover what our global community has to say! Explore testimonials from students and clients who have experienced our yoga classes, workshops and retreats. This is our why and inspiration. Forever Grateful!
