Costa Rica
03/10 July 2021, 13/20 November 2021
04/11 December 2021, 08/15 January 2022
Ashtanga Yoga Getaway
@AZULOCEANCLUB
About the Getaway
Imagine;
yourself waking up to the singing of tropical birds and falling asleep to ocean waves crashing.
Starting your day with a meditation and Ashtanga yoga practice, and end it up with the mesmerising beauty of pink sunsets and sandy beaches.
Nurture your bodies with delicious farm to table vegetarian food and massages.
For most of us these uncertain times are challenging. Now more then ever it is crucial to give yourself time for self care. Time to reconnect with nature, and our roots. To retreat and restore in a safe environment, in sync with the Mother Earth, and ourselves.
In partnership with The Azul Ocean Club, I have created an escape on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica for 7 nights and 8 days, to do just this.
Our days will start with meditation and pranayama practice, followed by traditional Ashtanga Mysore and led classes.
We will offer a rolling schedule of afternoon events, that include further exploring our yoga practice and delving deeper into the body, free beach and relaxation time, or an evening of traditional Temazcal sweat lodge ceremony or Sound healing for those who want to try it.
For those who are craving more adventures there are national parks with Volcanos and hot springs near by. A variety of Costa Rica’s amazing surfing is in the neighbourhood. Horse back riding on the beach and visiting the waterfalls are easily arranged.
Accommodation
Our retreat is taking place at The Azul Ocean Club, a heavenly location on the Guanacaste coast of Costa Rica, in one of the world’s 5 blue zones.
The Azul Ocean Club offers quiet and fully equipped villas and rooms, with private entrances and balconies that give guests the opportunity to enjoy a relaxed and pleasant stay.
All the rooms are air-conditioned with spacious private bathrooms, volcanic stone showers, and hi speed Internet access.
Each room has a terrace or balcony with a hammock and outdoor dinning area where you can enjoy your book or take an afternoon siesta.
The Azul Ocean Club has an outdoor swimming pool, gym, game room, hot tub, beach front restaurant, pedal boards, kayaks, kids playground and and much more.
All meals on this retreat are vegetarian, prepared with love by our chefs, and with ingredients that are in season and sourced from local farmers
Costa Rica is all about Pura Vida, which means a simple life. Living in harmony with the rhythm of nature. Celebrating each new sunrise and watching the stars at night.
If you feel called to join us, this back to the roots journey will definitely be a memorable one.
To respect the current times, this retreat has a limited attendance to only 10 participants. All of our group activities will be held outdoors, including meals and yoga. The restaurant and yoga area are both outside and spacious, with a steady ocean breeze. Mats and props will be sanitised after each class. Rooms and community area are treated daily according to the Costa Rican health protocols.
Highlights
- 6 days of daily meditation, pranayama and Traditional Ashtanga Yoga Practice
- 2 restorative workshops
- Evening gatherings
- Peaceful, quiet and unique location in untouched nature
- Healthy local vegetarian food
- Traditional Temazcal ceremony
- Sound healing journey
- Small, safe and intimate setting
- Spectacular sunsets and night skies
Prices
Green Season (November/ December)
Single room (starting from) USD $1,975
Double room (starting from) USD $1,420 ( due to healthy protocols only for friends or groups traveling together)
High Season (January / March)
Single room (starting from) USD$ 2195
Double room (starting from)USD $1,525 ( due to healthy protocols only for friends or groups traveling together)
Included:
- Accommodation 7 nights/ 8 day at Deluxe Garden View Room
- Daily coffee, tea, breakfast and dinner
- All yoga programs
- All prices are in USD, does not includes taxes and are for one person
- 30% deposit is needed to reserve your spot
- Complete payment is due 7 days prior checking in
- All deposits are 100% refundable or transferable to other dates
- For more room options and availability, please, contact us.
Daily Schedule
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
|
7:30 - 8:00 |
MORNING MEDITATION |
|
8:00 - 10:00 |
MYSORE/ ASHTANGA PRACTICE |
|
10:00 - 11:00 |
BREAKFAST |
|
11:00 - 16:30 |
FREE TIME |
|
16:30 - 17:30 |
RESTORATIVE (MON/ WED) |
|
17:30 |
SUNSET GATHERINGS |
|
18:30 |
DINNER |
Useful info about traveling to Costa Rica:
Closest airports are Liberia (LIR) and San Jose (SJO)
Currently there are direct flights from Madrid and Frankfurt to SJO
Free tourist visa is valid for 90 days, as well as your driving license
Local Currency is Costa Rican Collones but most of the stores will accept US$ also.
Check in is on the first retreat day at 2pm, check out is on the last retreat day at 10am
Currently, No Covid test is required to enter the country
The following requirements remain during the pandemic:
Complete the digital form called HEALTH PASS and available at https://salud.go.cr
This pass will be available 48 hours before boarding. It must be accessed in an updated browser (except for Internet Explorer). An individual form must be completed for every person, including minors.
Purchase health insurance
It is mandatory that tourists purchase travel insurance, covering their accommodations in case of quarantine and medical expenses due to COVID-19 illness. An explanation of one’s travel insurance coverage, addressing Costa Rica’s requirements, must be uploaded or entered into the HEALTH PASS in order to be reviewed and approved by the Costa Rican authorities.
- In case you need a Covid test to return in to your home country, it can be easily arranged at the premises.
Upon booking you will receive a info sheet on how to prepare for your trip.
