“The more in harmony you are with the flow of your own existence, the more magical life becomes” ~ Adyashanti

The lushness of Costa Rica’s tropical jungle awaits you!  Wake up to the sounds of rainforest wildlife and breathtaking views, perched high in the volcanic hills of Alajuela, 4,900 feet above sea level. Enjoy fresh, healthy and delicious meals, daily all-levels yoga and meditation classes, and  restorative practices. Experience a watsu water massage, relax by the pool, or adventure out to experience a cloud forest canopy zip line, waterfall hike or coffee plantation tour. Pura Vida Retreat and Spa is one of Costa Rica’s most sought-after retreat locations, offering eight acres of natural beauty, exquisitely maintained gardens, outstanding hospitality, and a variety of accommodations to suit your wishes.

You’ll be guided through this 6 night / 7 day retreat by seasoned retreat leader Kristin Page. 

The Costa Rican motto “Pura Vida” is more than just a slang term, but a conscious way of living. Simply translated, it means “simple life” or “pure life”, but really it is a mindset of being with the flow of things as they arise. Not surprisingly, Costa Rica has been named one of the happiest countries in the world. We invite you to join us on this special retreat / vacation as we dip our toes into this Pura Vida way of life!

We’ll meet just a short shuttle ride from the San Jose International Airport at our home for the week – a spectacular property perched high above the volcanic hills of Alajuela.  The sounds of the rainforest and sunrise will be your alarm clock as your bio-rhythms re-set. You’ll be nourished by healthful meals and mountain air, and be met with a daily offering classes and activities.

We will also be including a full day excursion for the group … your choice of either:

Hot Springs Adventure
Like most excursions in Costa Rica, part of the adventure is just getting there. Participants will cross the central mountain range—a unique opportunity- to reach their destination. Upon arrival a short hike will take you through a secondary growth forest which ends in the property’s private reserve of awe-inspiring mostly primary growth forest. There you will find the hot springs in the heart of the rainforest, where you can relax and immerse yourself in seven warm, healing volcanic hot springs pools. The pools vary in temperature, depth and mineral content, but the mineral-rich waters with therapeutic copper-salt have profound healing properties and will help restore and improve your natural energy levels. A delicious lunch follows.
OR
Whitewater Rafting Adventure
Experience an unspoiled Costa Rican day with an action-packed Whitewater Rafting Adventure on the Pacuare River. Enjoy total isolation from urban life in this exotic and untouched natural world, where sloths, toucans, parrots, coatis, magnificent blue Morpho butterflies and brightly colored frogs are common sights. Unique views of this virgin tropical rainforest area will delight and amaze as you navigate the rapids and maneuver the twists and turns of the river. Halfway through our journey, we stop to enjoy a delicious river-side lunch, then finish up the trip at Siquirres, our own private Exploration Center, where you can take a shower, change and enjoy the gardens and terrace.
Before we begin, we will gear you up with a life jacket, helmet and paddle, followed by a full safety briefing for this guided, moderately challenging whitewater rafting adventure. 

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES:
Waterfall Gardens Adventure:
One of Costa Rica’s most popular destinations, La Paz Waterfall Gardens, near the Poas Volcano, offers five stunning waterfalls and 3.5 kilometers of walking trails that wind past the country’s biggest Butterfly Observatory, through gardens swarming with vivid hummingbirds, to the cloud forest, ending in sweeping views of the waterfalls. Other attractions include a serpentarium, frog exhibit, bird watching areas and a Tica House. (Fun fact: tico and tica are colloquial terms for male and female natives of Costa Rica.). Friendly, knowledgeable local naturalists are your guides for this up-close and personal look at Costa Rica’s natural resources. (offered Monday $65pp)

Cloud Forest Canopy Zipline Adventure – offered on Monday between breakfast and lunch.  This longstanding family-run business located on a 450-acre private estate where the proprietors operate a western cedar plantation and sawmill. This breathtaking canopy tour – one of the most beautiful in the country – is situated in a cloud forest at the foot of the Barva Volcano in the heart of the Braulio Carrillo National Park Forest. Climb a staircase to a platform located at the top of an ancient oak tree. Once above the forest, zip line across from platform to platform via interconnecting cables. The birds-eye-view of the Costa Rican cloud forest is truly awe-inspiring. (offered Tuesday, $65pp)

Please plan to arrive to San Jose International airport on the start date of your restreat. Your retreat begins with a 6:30pm dinner, followed by a short opening session, and ends with breakfast on the last day of your retreat.  Check-in time at Pura Vida is 2 pm. Check-out is 11 am.

We will collect participants’ travel plans well in advance and will arrange your airport transfers (included as part of your retreat!).

Costa Rican law requires your passport be valid for at least 90 days after the date you enter the country. Please check your passport’s expiration date now. A $29 non-residency departure tax will be due when departing Costa Rica, though most major airlines now include this cost in their ticket price.

The climate in the mountains of Costa Rica’s Central Valley is beautiful year-round with warm days (70s-80s F) and mild nights (60s F). The sun rises at 5:30 and sets around 6:00 all year long. North America’s winter is Costa Rica’s summer, and late February-early March is full of verdant flora and fauna.

What to pack:

• Passport
• Comfortable yoga clothing, plus some warmer layers in case of chillier nights
  
• Closed-toe shoes in case you decide to do jungle excursions. You may also enjoy a walk or run through the surrounding coffee fields.
  
• Light jacket / poncho in case of rain
• Personal Toiletries. Note: Soap, shampoo and conditioner are provided. Hair dryers are available.
• Insect repellant (Though the high elevation makes Pura Vida mosquito-free, you may encounter mosquitos on excursion.)
• Bathing suit / Sunscreen
• Hat
• Journal and pen
• Refillable water bottle (Pura Vida’s water is filtered with a 1-micron and UV filters.)
• Flashlight, headlamp or cell phone flashlight
• Note: electronic adapters are not needed
• Cash for tips in small bills (US$ are accepted almost everywhere, but it is unlikely that change can be made. ATMs are a taxi ride away.)

Kristin Page, M.S. Ed, NCC, ERYT500,

Kristin Page is a meditation and yoga teacher, and a psychotherapist in private practice in Wayne, Pennsylvania. In 2009 she founded Kristin Page Yoga, Meditation & Wellness, an organization with the mission to increase personal wellness for individuals across a diverse clientele. Kristin is a lead facilitator for Yoga Teacher Training at Verge Yoga Center in Wayne, PA and leads transformational yoga and meditation retreats to amazing destinations around the world. She was named “Best Yoga Teacher” on the Main Line and is the founder of Dan’s Down Dog and Dash, a local yoga and run community event that raises money for families dealing with difficult health diagnoses. Dan’s Down Dog and Dash has been named one of the top 10 things to do in Philly by Philadelphia Magazine.

Kristin began her yoga journey when she was 23. After injuring her back, a physical therapist suggested she try yoga, and she never looked back. Kristin has a master’s degree from University of Pennsylvania in Mental Health Counseling, she is a 500 hour Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher and a Certified Meditation Instructor. She is on faculty at Clearlight Meditation Institute and works with Minding Your Mind as a Program Facilitator for Mindfulness in schools and workplaces. She has thousands of hours of meditation experience including several long silent retreats. Kristin focuses on her passion for movement, meditation, mental health counseling, and the transformative aspects of these practices.

Enchanting accommodations scattered across meticulously landscaped grounds, each designed to delight with views of lush gardens and majestic mountains.

An $595 deposit will secure your place on this retreat.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Airfare to San Jose
• extras such as massage or extra excursions (ex.canopy zipline)
• Travel Insurance
• Gratuities to Center staff

Refunds and Cancellations: Refund less deposit ($595) before October 15, 2023. No refunds after October 15, 2023. In case of cancellation, you may transfer your deposit or your reservation to another person as long as you notify One Yoga Global 21+ days in advance. Due to arrangements made with our vacation hosts, there can be no exceptions to this policy.

If you place a deposit, the balance due will be set to charge in equal installments starting the month after deposit through November 2023, unless other arrangements are made.

We HIGHLY recommend that you consider purchasing Travel Insurance. Travel insurance companies like AIG Travel guard and Trawick International offer policies that insure your investment in case you need to cancel (including “cancel for any reason” coverages), coverages for expenses incurred due to to weather & travel delays, personal property loss and emergency travel medical.  Please review policies carefully to choose the coverage you need.

We recommend that you consider purchasing trip insurance to protect your investment. AIG Travel Guard and Trawick International are two providers that we recommend. Please review policies carefully to ensure they provide the coverage you need.

We recommend that you consider purchasing trip insurance to protect your investment. Trawick International and Travel Guard are two providers that we recommend. Please review policies carefully to ensure they provide the coverage you need.