Through masterfully led yoga, breathwork, meditation, therapeutic nature practices, Forest Bathing, and joy-filled adventure – you will experience the profound sacredness and vitality of the Costa Rican landscapeas well as the wholeness, sacredness, and vitality within you. A past retreat participant writes: “I really loved how Wendy and Kathleen both ooze love, kindness, and goodness sprinkled with a bit of fun–I also love how they work and lead seamlessly together. I loved Wendy’s amazing playlist for yoga! I felt totally comfortable and that I could completely be myself with them. I gained a greater connection to and appreciation of nature and how we are one –and that feeling is accessible at any time.” – CarlaProgramming+ 1-2 Yoga or Meditation Classes Per Day (slow flow vinyasa, restorative deep stretch, and guided meditations)+ Slow flow vinyasa, restorative deep stretch, and guided meditations+ Transformational breathwork and embodiment practices+ Sacred therapeutic nature practices+ Expertly guided Forest Bathing in the JUNGLE+ Deep stretch acupuncture savasana (with board certified, licensed acupuncturist)+ Sound Healing+ Elemental embodiment Qigong+ Ceremony for releasing and reclamation+ Rewilding practices+ The Art of Blue Zone living & incorporation into lifestyle+ Soul writing+ Optional group excursions include: sunset meal at acclaimed local restaurant, boating on the ocean to watch dolphins and sea turtles, and premier beginner to advanced surfing (price not included)+ Plenty of relaxation time.
Pricing and details
Deluxe Bodhi Casita Double Double: $3,885 (per person)2 bedrooms & 2 private bathrooms with shared kitchenette & living area.
Jungle Room DoubleDouble: $3,245 (per person)2 Queen Beds & Private Bath
King Bungalow Single: $4,685 Double: $3,7851 King Bed & Private Bath
Bodhi Casita Double Double: $3,485 (per person)2 Bedrooms & 1 Shared Bath
All prices per person. Come with a friend, or we will match you with another wonderful retreat participant.
E-RYT500 / L.Ac
Wendy Swanson, L.Ac, E-RYT500. Wendy is a long-time Kripalu-trained yoga and meditation teacher, board-certified licensed acupuncturist, international retreat leader, published writer, and former owner of Be Yoga & Wellness. She is intuitive, open-hearted, and down-to-earth. She resides with her husband, teenage daughter, & flat-coat retriever in Charlotte, NC.
Kathleen McIntyre MSFR, Kathleen is a therapist & author who has been leading therapeutic and life-changing experiences in Nature since 1998. As a lifelong educator, she co-founded the Davidson Green School and is Director of Mindfulness and Outdoor Leadership. She leads retreats, workshops, is a speaker, and supports individuals to receive the therapeutic benefits of Nature through the alchemy of Nature therapy, Somatic therapy, and Mindfulness. Her book, The Nature Reset, was published in March 2024.