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April 4, 2015 - April 11, 2015

Yoga and Martial Arts Retreat

Event Details

Event Name: Yoga and Martial Arts Retreat

Event Date: April 4, 2015 - April 11, 2015

Retreat Features

RETREAT YOURSELF TO THE BLISSFUL JUNGLE…

Learn a new mastery over your body and transform physically and mentally, become in charge of your own health and well being, starting now…

Our Yoga and Marial Arts retreat invites you to immerse yourself into a week-long exclusive and tropical getaway held at the magnificent Nosara Yoga Institute, set amid the lush jungle right next to the whitesand beach of Playa Guiones, Nosara. Take your fitness training to the next level, get first hand training experience with master teachers in a friendly and relaxed environment.

Through combining the philosophy and physical exercise of martial arts and yoga, we aim to focus our training on connecting the body and the mind, bringing a peaceful and balanced harmony between the two. With decades of teaching experience, we offer you top class inspirational training in a luxurious and comfortable setting, a home away from home, where the sun always shine!

SUNRISE YOGA…
Start every morning with sunrise yoga. Our energizing hatha yoga classes
are led by a senior teachers, all classes are accompanied by a teaching assistant who is there to help and make sure that you get the best of your yoga experience!

WORLD CLASS BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU TRAINING…
Bring your training experience to the next level under the guidance of US national champion Alex Ecklin. The classes will involve both self defense and sport aspects of the grappling based martial art. You will learn how to protect yourself against a larger opponent, how to perform takedowns, submissions and escapes, as well learn a lot of fun new tricks on the floor. Although traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes are taught with the Gi (uniform), it will be optional, all you need is a shirt and shorts to participate.

RELAX AND RECOVER…
We round up each day with a guided meditation and deep soothing stretching to calm the mind and relax any sore muscles.

INDIVIDUALLY TAILORED PRIVATE SESSIONS…
Why not fine tune your fitness skills and treat yourself to extra private sessions? Your own personal trainer will tailor a program based on your individual needs while offering their constructive feedback and safe guidance. Together you work on bringing a greater awareness and control of your body while working towards achieving your fitness goals.

THE BEST OF LOCAL PRODUCE…
Whether you are a vegan, vegetarian or carnivore, there is something tasty for all of you. Breakfast and lunch of highest quality is included in your stay. The evenings are left open for you to explore the range of local restaurants in the area.

THAT LITTLE EXTRA, JUST FOR YOU…
In addition to your daily fitness training, you’ll have the chance to enjoy tasty local food, long walks on the beach, swimming laps in the salt water pool, deep-tissue bodywork and reiki healing plus other optional adventures such as surfing, paddle-boarding, ziplining and boat tours. We’ll point you in the right direction and help you get set up!

LEARN FROM WHERE YOU ARE…
Whether you are completely new to these styles of training or a seasoned competitor, you will surely gather new and practical knowledge under the guidance of our skilfull trainers during your stay with us. All levels are welcome to join!

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YOUR TRAINERS…
The retreat is lead by three world class trainers with years of professional teaching experience. Your trainers are there to encourage you to learn, play, work hard and have a great time while giving your body and mind the best treat possible.

ALEX ECKLIN, BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU
Brasilian Jiu Jitsu Brown Belt
American National Champion
World and European Championship Bronze Medalist
Pan American Nogi Silver Medalist
4x New York Open Champion
3x Boston Open
3x Chicago Open Champion
2x Big Apple Champion

JJ BIASUCCI, MIND-BODY FITNESS
20 years experience as a master trainer
Training Sergeant US Marine Corp
US Marine Boxing Team
Yoga (1500hrs of YTT)
3rd degree black belt in Taekwondo
Rings Training
Body Work: Deep Tissue
Advanced Energy Work
Hypnosis & NLP
Mind-Body Medicine
Urban Zen Integrative Therapist
Body analysis & Nutritional guidance

ELEONORA RAMSBY HERRERA, SENIOR YOGA TEACHER
E-RYT 500 Experienced registered teacher through Yoga Alliance and long-time student of the Nosara Yoga Institute, Costa Rica
Professional contemporary dancer, London Contemporary Dance School
Director of Yoga Alliance teacher trainings in England and Sweden
Author of Yoga Against Backpain (Ica Bokförlag, Sweden 2009)

NICOLE BENSON, NUTRITIONAL CONSULTANT
Certified Nutritional Practitioner
Plant Based Culinary Professional Certification
Recipe creator/tester at www.NourishedBodyInspiredSoul.com

PRICES…
We offer you a range of price options to choose from based on what type of accommodation you prefer
Executive private with king bed Single guest $3220 / Couples $3743
Private with shared bath, price per person $2170
Double deluxe with private bath, price per person $2170
Double with shared bath, price per person $1820
Triple shared bath, price per person $1610

GETTING HERE…
The retreat takes place at the Nosara Yoga Institute in Nosara, Costa Rica. It is located on the pacific coast of Costa Rica on the Nicoya, Peninsula. You fly to Liberia airport and from there it is a 2,5 hour drive to arrive to the retreat center. Transporation to and from the airport is not included in the retreat price, however we will arrange for a shuttle to pick you up first thing when you land. At the end of the retreat we will get you back safe and sound to the airport to catch your flight back home. Price of transportation depend on the number of people and range between 50-150 dollars (one-way).

REGISTRATION…
Registration is made to our retreat co-ordinator Nicole Benson via [email protected].
A 50% deposit is paid upon registration and the remaining payment is due two weeks before arrival. Early bird, sign up before February 15th and receive one free 60 min private session or a 60 min deep-tissue massage.

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED…
– Your flight to Liberia, Costa Rica
– Transportation to and from the airport
– Evening meals
– Optional private training sessions or body work

QUESTIONS?

Send us a message via Facebook or e-mail us on [email protected] and we’ll get back to you at the blink of an eye!