Mindful in Costa Rica Retreat

Ylang Ylang Beach Resort in Montezuma, Costa Rica

July 9th - 15th, 2023

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Find what Mindfulness means to you

Ground yourself while surrounded by serene Beaches and the magical Jungle of Costa Rica. 

Sabrina, founder of Inspired Yoga & Pilates, will be your host for a rejuvenating week of Yoga, Meditation, Tranquility, and Connection with new friends.

 

Ylang Ylang Beach Resort

The Studio

The Yoga studio at Ylang Ylang offers a perfect view - overlooking the crashing waves and surrounding trees. You will enjoy morning Yoga and Meditation, afternoon fitness, and other workshops, and creative mindful events in this space. All the classes are suitable for all levels and all ages.

Ylang Ylang is a Boutique Beach Resort “Located directly on a white sand beach and surrounded by lush, tropical gardens and jungle teeming with exotic wildlife, our comfortable beach front rooms offer the perfect spot to vacation in Costa Rica.” The Resort grounds include a fresh water swimming pool, yoga studio, spa, and Restaurant and Bar, which serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and happy hour.

Retreat Schedule

Sunday, July 9th

2:00 pm: Check in at Ylang Ylang

6:00 pm: Welcome Gathering

6:30 pm: Dinner

8:00 pm: Stretch & Meditate

Monday, July 10th

6:30 am: Sunrise Yoga & Meditation

2:00 pm: '“In Flow” Workshop

6:00 pm: Dinner

8:00 pm: Intuitive Painting

Tuesday, July 11th

6:30 am: Sunrise Yoga & Meditation

11 am: Hike to Piedra Colorada

3:00 pm: True Yin Workshop

6:00 pm: Dinner

8:00 pm: Power of Music

Wednesday, July 12th

6:30 am: Sunrise Yoga & Meditation

2:00 pm: Heart Open Workshop

6:00 pm: Dinner

8:00 pm: Yoga Nidra for Balance

Thursday, July 13th

6:30 am: Sunrise Yoga & Meditation

9 am - 4 pm: Day trip to Isla Tortuga

6:00 pm: Dinner

8:00 pm: Cleansing Light Meditation

Friday, July 15th

6:30 am: Sunrise Yoga & Meditation

11 am: Hike to Playa Grande

3 pm: Surrender to Restore Workshop

5:30 pm: Dinner

7:00 pm: Closing Ceremony

Saturday, July 16th

6:30 am: Sunrise Yoga & Meditation

11 am: Check-out

Meal Schedule

Breakfast: 7 - 10 am*

Lunch: 10 am - 5 pm

Dinner: 5 pm - 8 pm

Happy Hour: 3 pm - 5:30 pm

*If you leave before 7 am you can ask for a to-go breakfast the night before

ABOUT MONTEZUMA

Montezuma is a beach town on the furthest tip of the Nicoya Peninsula where the jungle mountains touch the Pacific shore. Montezuma beach is part of a long coastline of many beaches accessible by trails through the surrounding jungle. Each beach looks completely different from the last, from the white sandy beach outside of Ylang Ylang Resort, to the brightly colored sand of Piedra Colorada and each is backed with the vibrant jungle.

In Costa Rica the motto is Pura Vida, meaning the Pure Life. Experience true Pura Vida in one of the most abundant landscapes of wildlife and nature. Montezuma is located in one of the 5 Blue Zones of the world. You will feel the powerful grounding energy as you step off the plane, and know this is where you are meant to be.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We will practice a variety of styles of yoga including Hatha and Vinyasa, which usually involves a flowing sequence of poses. Yin, and Restorative which involves deeper stretching and longer holds. We will also practice Pranayama (breathwork), Yoga Nidra. We will also use the Mindful techniques involved with Pilates.

  • Yes! Each class can be modified for students of all levels.

  • 85 degrees and sunny! Brief, warm sunshowers may occur on some days.

  • Breakfast and Dinner are included! Lunch is not included which gives you the opportunity to try the delicious restaurants in town.

  • Ylang Ylang resort has Vegetarian, Vegan options as well as a Raw bar and , Gluten-free options. They also serve locally sourced chicken and fish. They have many fresh fruit juices and smoothies. The cuisine ranges from typical Costa Rican dishes, to sushi and pasta. As well as a full dessert menu. Click here to see the Menu.

  • No. Ylang Ylang Beach Resort does serve alcoholic drinks but alcohol is not included in your retreat fee.

  • Yes! Choose the ‘Independent Adventurer’ option when you go to book.

  • Of course. All the guests have the option to join each event on the retreat schedule, but it is not mandatory. This is your vacation!

  • The group size can range on each retreat. For this retreat, we will have around a 10 students for a closer community experience.

  • All props are available in the yoga studio at Ylang Ylang. There are yoga mats, blocks, straps, bolsters and blankets!

  • There are two separate dates for this retreat. You can click the linked dates that follow to Book July 9-15 or Book July 16-22. If you’d like to join for both weeks, please book each week separately. All bookings MUST be done through this website.

  • If you need to make a deposit to secure your spot, please contact me via email to sabrinayogapilates@gmail.com. We require a 50% deposit upon booking, the other 50% is due April 30th.

  • Costa Rica is a safe country and Montezuma is a safe town. The town ahs many tourists who are also looking to connect with nature ant themselves. The locals are welcoming and kind. Many locals come together to make street art during the day.

  • Your room, breakfast & dinner, all events on the retreat schedule -including a trip to Isla Tortuga are included in the retreat price. Flights are not included. Flight information is below.

  • You will fly to San Jose Santamaria International Airport (SJO), then take a domestic flight to Tambor Airport. Tambor Airport is a 35-minute drive from Montezuma.

  • Cancellations 91 days before your check-in day are 90% refundable

    Cancellations made within 1-90 days of your check-in date are non-fundable.