TROPICAL RENEWAL YOGA RETREAT
In Costa Rica
August 20th - 26th, 2022
At Encantada Ocean Cottages
7 days, 6 nights
7 days, 6 nights
Encantada Ocean Cottages, a beach front property located on the amazing pacific coast beaches of Esterillos Este, is the perfect location to host our renewal retreat. Each morning we will gather for an early hatha/flow yoga practice. We will come together for a late afternoon practice which will include meditation, gentle and restorative yoga, and pranayama (breath-control exercises). Schedule will vary on days of excursions.
The open air pavillion with padded floors faces the ocean, and will be a lovely setting for our practices.
We will be in Costa Rica during whale season and are excited to include a Whale Tour in with the price of your retreat. As with anything in nature there are no guarantees we will see a whale. However, our chances are really high, and we can use the power of visualization to start to imagine seeing whales on our tour, so that we can manifest it as a reality!
“I had a deeply relaxing vacation when I joined Colleen Dwyer’s yoga retreat in Costa Rica. From the first evening, Colleen made each of us (at very different levels of yoga and meditation experience) comfortable and safe. I learned so much during the week about my own yoga practice and possibilities for future growth. Colleen specializes in restorative yoga, and indeed, the restorative classes were amazing. I felt challenged and strengthened, in the best way!! And—we had fun!! Exploring the town near the yoga retreat; in tune with the natural environment around us. It was a perfect vacation!” - LH, Atlanta, GA
Accommodations:
The spacious air-conditioned rooms are decorated with a bohemian tropical flair.
The spacious air-conditioned rooms are decorated with a bohemian tropical flair.
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Rooms will be given on a first come basis
Ocean Front Villa (filled) Recommended for a couple $1999 each +airfare Garden View and Poolside Cottages Bed sizes include king, queen and twin $1,799 per person, based on two people per room +airfare $2,499 single rate +airfare |
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Included:
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Not Included:
- airfare
- meals - on days of excursions when not physically at the retreat center
- optional excursions: horseback riding on the beach, surf lessons, zip-lining, white water rafting
- spa services (although highly recommended!!)
- tips for staff
"A yoga retreat with Colleen & Graham was the best decision I made two years ago. Deciding so far in advance seemed daunting, yet I am so grateful I dove in and traveled with them in 2018 to stunning Costa Rcia. Through their amazing planning, thoughtfulness to delicious meals, activities, and yoga sessions, I achieved a level of relaxation that had been missing for a long time. Colleen and Graham are not only skilled in elevating health and restoration, but they are such a divine couple to spend time with and I will always cherish those moments and conversations. I hope to participate in more of their retreats! If you have never given yourself this kind of gift, Do it. You are worth it. Now is the time. Your mind, body and spirit will forever thank you." Brienne H, Madison, WI
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Meals:
The on-site restaurant serves traditional Costa Rican cuisine sprinkled with American favorites. Entrees include, typical "casados", whole grilled snapper, rib eye, local grilled fish, and hamburgers. All produce is locally sourced and each dish is lovingly prepared over a wood-fired grill.
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Location:
Encantada is conveniently located 2 hours southwest of San Jose, in Esterillos Este.
Getting There:
Fly into San Jose, Costa Rica – Juan Santamaria Int'l airport. Airport code, SJO
There will be a shuttle from the airport to Encantada on the 20th. Please plan your travel to be in San Jose around 12pm.
If you would like to arrive early and spend a night in San Jose on the 19th, we are happy to recommend a hotel for you to stay in. You can then meet us at the airport on the 20th for the shuttle to Encantada. Depending on where you are traveling from, an overnight in San Jose on the 19th may be necessary so that you can ride in the shuttle transportation.
Encantada is conveniently located 2 hours southwest of San Jose, in Esterillos Este.
Getting There:
Fly into San Jose, Costa Rica – Juan Santamaria Int'l airport. Airport code, SJO
There will be a shuttle from the airport to Encantada on the 20th. Please plan your travel to be in San Jose around 12pm.
If you would like to arrive early and spend a night in San Jose on the 19th, we are happy to recommend a hotel for you to stay in. You can then meet us at the airport on the 20th for the shuttle to Encantada. Depending on where you are traveling from, an overnight in San Jose on the 19th may be necessary so that you can ride in the shuttle transportation.
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Your Teachers:
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Colleen Dwyer, 500 E-RYT, has over 22 years of yoga experience. She is a registered yoga teacher and certified yoga therapist. Originally trained in the ISHTA (Integrated Science of Hatha, Tantra, and Ayurveda) Yoga tradition, Colleen individualizes yoga to each participant. She creates a safe space for every one to be, with detailed attention to alignment, and a deep caring and understanding of each of her students. Colleen shares her kind, soothing, accepting spirit, and obvious passion with you.
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Graham Fuze brings experience and study of meditation and channeling. He trained with Jen Moffat Eramith to read the Akashic Records, an intuitional process of quieting the mind and receiving answers to any questions. Graham will lead a group Akashic Record Reading on the retreat, and he is also available for private sessions.
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Colleen and Graham are life partners, and are the founders of BlossOMing Yoga. They have been on the spiritual path together since they met sixteen years ago. They have a true love and passion for Costa Rica, and are excited to share one of their favorite places with you!
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Registration: |
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$300 non-refundable, non-transferable deposit to hold your space.
Balance due payment is required by 6/19/2022. |
We will stop at crocodile bridge on our way to Encantada from the airport
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Prices do not include airfare.
Cancellations:
cancellations made by 6/19 will receive a refund minus the non-refundable deposit, cancellations made after 6/20 will not receive a refund.
cancellations made by 6/19 will receive a refund minus the non-refundable deposit, cancellations made after 6/20 will not receive a refund.
Items to remember to bring - For your practice: thin travel yoga mat to place over one of Encantada's yoga mats, 2 yoga blankets, eye pillow, journal. Personal items: suntan lotion, insect repellant, yoga clothes, bathing suit, water shoes, walking shoes, hat, rain coat - we will be in the rainforest!
Note: The two blankets are essential for the Restorative Practice. For getting your blankets to Costa Rica, I recommend either a suit case large enough to put your blankets and clothes in, or you can make a bundle with your mat and blankets, you can use two yoga straps to hold it together, and can check that as a piece of luggage.
Schedule (subject to change)
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Saturday - travel day
dinner orientation meditation Sunday (day of integration) morning yoga breakfast freetime lunch freetime afternoon yoga dinner Monday Whale Tour afternoon yoga dinner Tuesday morning yoga breakfast freetime lunch freetime afternoon yoga dinner |
Wednesday
Monkey Mangrove Tour lunch freetime afternoon yoga dinner Thursday optional excursions breakfast freetime lunch freetime afternoon yoga dinner bonfire Friday morning yoga breakfast departure |
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Past Retreat Testimonies
“I want to thank you again for holding the wonderful yoga retreat. I really enjoyed every aspect of the program and appreciated all of the hard work and extra things you and Graham did to make it so special. The venue was beautiful, the food spectacular, and of course, the yoga top notch! I always learn so much from your instruction and value the insight your teachings bring to my practice. I’m so glad I was able to participate and look forward to the possibility of attending future BlossOMing Yoga offerings.” - RH, Brentwood, TN
“I thoroughly enjoyed this weekend and am glad that I attended. This was my first ever yoga retreat and it was a completely positive experience; beautiful people, beautiful setting and surroundings. The food was delicious and I loved the variety. Looking forward to the next time.”
- RH, East Nashville, TN
“Lately my life has been changing faster than I felt I could handle. Deciding to come on this retreat helped me to realize that sometimes you have to slow down to move faster. I was able to release some chaotic emotions, through meditation, yoga and fellowship. And to allow more joy and peace into my spirit. I would like to thank everyone who came with me on this journey.” - NS, Franklin, TN
“My experience was great. I really enjoyed this weekend in connection with nature. The setting is great. I found the activities to be very calming. The yoga was great, my favorite was the Restorative Yoga! I feel like I am going home full of energy and positive. Thank you for all you and Graham did for us.” - ML, Nashville, TN
“I had a great time and look forward to the next one.” - KA, Brentwood, TN
