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Do you feel called to move your body? Do you crave time to dive deep into self care and inquiry, while gathering in a supportive and nurturing community? Are you a person that wants to connect to Mother Earth, to explore her natural and wild beauty? Would you like to escape the Winter and retreat to paradise and have some fun?
If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, this retreat to Costa Rica is for you!!!
Join myself (Meghan Charles) and Daniella Bacigalupa (bio below) on an epic getaway to Costa Rica where we will be Coming home to our Mother as we soak up the majestic and vibrant landscapes while tending to our inner spaces and establishing connections to grow and learn from in our journeys of discovery.
This retreat will be a perfect combination of fun, relaxation and nourishment for the body, mind and Soul with daily yoga, meditation, excursions in nature/seeing wildlife and quiet beach time.
This retreat will be a perfect combination of fun, relaxation and nourishment for the body, mind and Soul with daily yoga, meditation, excursions in nature/seeing wildlife and quiet beach time.
Accommodations
Guests will be staying in a beautiful 4300 sq ft house within 2.5 acres, owned by and adjacent to Hotel Pumlio in Jaco, 5 minutes away from the beach on the Pacific Coast, surrounded by nature and beautiful gardens. The house has 5 spacious bedrooms, terrace, fully equipped kitchen, 3 full bathrooms and 2 restrooms and a pool.
Guest will have access to the Hotel amenities of Hotel Pumlio (including airport shuttle, tours and the spa).
Couples and friends welcome. Inquire about special room requests. Men and women will be separate unless rooming/sharing a bed as a couple.
Guests will be staying in a beautiful 4300 sq ft house within 2.5 acres, owned by and adjacent to Hotel Pumlio in Jaco, 5 minutes away from the beach on the Pacific Coast, surrounded by nature and beautiful gardens. The house has 5 spacious bedrooms, terrace, fully equipped kitchen, 3 full bathrooms and 2 restrooms and a pool.
Guest will have access to the Hotel amenities of Hotel Pumlio (including airport shuttle, tours and the spa).
Couples and friends welcome. Inquire about special room requests. Men and women will be separate unless rooming/sharing a bed as a couple.
Meals Guests will be nourished with healthy meals consisting of: 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 2 dinners (one dinner will be in town). While the meals will be primarily vegetarian, guests are welcome to purchase their own food in addition to what is being offered. Travel Guests will most likely be flying into San Juan Santamaria International Airport (airportcode SJO), located in the Alajuela province. From there, there is an option to reserve a shuttle to the hotel/retreat residence . You can use this link to book your transfer once you have reserved your flight. Practice Our offerings will vary, from gentle movement, Yin inspired Yoga, Kundalini Yoga, Hatha Yoga, meditation, mantra, and Yoga Nidra. Yin yoga has a slow flow and long holds in passive postures. Kundalini activates energy in our bodies through breath work and asana. Hatha literally translates to “sun-moon” and aims to balance the different layers of our bodies through postures and breath work. Yoga Nidra is “yogic sleep” and is a means to contact our truest self by moving inward through the physical body to the more subtle bodies. All levels of practitioners welcome! Tentative Schedule: Friday Feb 21st * Option to arrive Thursday evening (no additional cost) Retreat begins Friday at Noon Welcome Circle Discussion + Practice: The 5 Elements /Tattvas of being Outing to beach Gentle yoga Dinner in town Saturday Feb 22nd Morning yoga and meditation Option for day long excursion to: Manuel Antonio or Tortuga Isle (click links for descriptions - additional cost) Dinner Evening Yoga Nidra Sunday Feb 23rd Morning yoga and meditation Breakfast Option for 2 hour excursion to Canopy or 2 hour activity at beach (Kayakking, SUP, Surfing at additional cost) Afternoon - Discussion + Practice: Our Mother. Our Home Dinner Evening yoga Monday Feb 24th Morning yoga and meditation Breakfast Discussion - Conscious and sustainable living Closing Circle (Depart by 11am) *Those who opt to not go on an excursion are free to stay and relax at the pool, go into town, to beach, etc. |
Excursions
(Optional on Saturday and Sunday at additional cost) Manuel Antonio National Park Manuel Antonio National Park, in Spanish the Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio, is a small National Park in the Central Pacific Conservation Area located on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica, just south of the city of Quepos, Puntarenas, and 132 km (82 mi) from the national capital of San José. Established in 1972 with a land area enumerating 1 983 ha (the smallest of any Costa Rican national park), it is the destination of as many as 150,000 visitors annually and well known for its beautiful beaches and hiking trails. In 2011, Manuel Antonio was listed by Forbes among the world's 12 most beautiful national parks.
Isla Tortuga Isla Tortuga is a top destination in Costa Rica located only an hour and a half boat ride from shore of the Nicoya Peninsula. Isla Tortuga is ideal for day trips and small family excursions. The Turtle Island boasts a perfect sandy beach with palm trees and clear waters. You can relax at the beach, hike, take a canopy tour or go snorkeling / scuba diving.
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A little look into the area.....
Daniella Bacigalupa, RYT
With over a decade of Yoga practice, Daniella has opened her mind to the endless possibilities that a deep practice offers. Dive deep with this certified instructor, and a person in recovery herself. Born and raised in Pennsylvania, Daniella moved to Maryland in 2012 to start anew. Her vision for her life is to create connections and help foster communities that thrive, like a real safe place where people know each other and can rely on each other. Yoga is the perfect catalyst for that vision. She’s expanded her knowledge of Yoga to lead classes for children, Accessible Yoga for people of any capabilities and ages, and has trained with world renown instructors. For Daniella, it has been a dream to continue to make recovery and healing possible for and accessible to everyone. |

Meghan Charles is the founder of Our Home Within Yoga and Wellness. Ever grateful for the gifts of yoga and healing, she is passionate about sharing what has illuminated her path and to support others on their journey of growth and transformation. Leading retreats has fed her wanderlust nature and her love of gathering in community, going on adventures and connecting in the spirit of discovery. To find out more about Meghan, go here.
Investment
We know that committing to a retreat is an investment in time and money, and we want to provide for you the best we are able at an affordable rate, with options to fit your needs ! Cost includes lodging, meals and retreat sessions (not included; excursions/activities, airfare or transportation). If you have any questions let us know!
In December we will be sending out an email to get an idea of what activities you may be interested in as well as providing information about what will be needed for the retreat.
Early Bird/ Pay in Full - $750
With Payment Plan - $800 ($200 deposit now + 3 payments of $200.00)
* Please email to inquire about reserving your spot. Limited space available.
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