Restorative Yoga Retreats and Workshops

Relax and Restore

Costa Rica Retreat: February 15-22, 2025

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Journey to the Inner Light.

Discover Costa Rica on this retreat, where Nature is our host. Live in a state of YES as you relax, practice, commune, and find peace, inside and out!

All inclusive Seven nights in in the Heart of Costa Rica, near Arenal volcano and Lake. Daily yoga classes, hiking, swimming, relaxing on site. Nurture yourself with three healthy, delicious meals each day. Activate Body & Soul waterfall hike, sacred natural volcanic hot springs at the base of the Volcano. Enjoy a day at the beach, and more..

Be in Good Company You will be in the presence of other like-minded people! Choose a Lodge room or a Jungle cabin, book a massage; All will be taken care of for you. Single travelers are welcome. New to yoga? You will be in a supportive environment-a great way to begin your practice.

Teaching Staff: Kara Keating, 26 plus years teaching yoga, dance, and movement for health. and Carole Sondalle, 30 years teaching yoga. Classes will be accessible to all levels.

Trip Organizer: Kara Keating, this is her 5th yoga retreat to Costa Rica. We are using a secure booking site, We Travel for all deposits.

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Retreat FAQ:

Why we continue to return to Costa Rica. This small country, around the size of Switzerland, has made some decisions that many other countries, (including our own) could learn from. They have no standing army and have chosen to invest in education and health care for the people. As a result, it has a healthier, more bi or tri-lingual, educated population. Costa Rica has set aside many acres of land to retain land, forests, rivers, and all the natural beauty that abounds. It is for these reasons we choose to support the Pura Vida lifestyle and continue to offer retreats to this magnificent country. You will meet people from all over the world, and surprisingly, not that many Americans. And yes, the food is amazing. The energy of CR contributes to a beautiful retreat setting, with adventure, peaceful relaxation, animals, amazing birds, and so much more.

I often share with my students that while there is no such thing as complete safety in this world, there are ways to be a safe person. Being prepared, finding reasonable flights, being with a group of yogis, having transportation built in, creates a “no worries” environment that we can all share. Our group will be small enough for plenty of personal attention. You will be practicing yoga safely with experienced teachers.

What are the important features? I put this question out to the group of people already booked into the retreat. The following is what came back to me:

We discussed having the opportunity to travel on a deeper level, travel as an expansive experience, vacating “normal” life, experiencing community, broadening the meaning of practice, and more.

It is important to have this experience for the following reasons: To see Costa Rica, Deepen your practice, make connections, see the flora and fauna, to be your best self, love new experiences, to learn, to “throw yourself into the deep end of the unknown,” to go somewhere exotic, deepen spiritual life, meet new people, immerse yourself in yoga, go on an inner journey, be around mature people, and last but not least, “The Vortex!” I will add in that you typically come back from a yoga retreat feeling healthier and more energetic then when you arrived.

Absolutely. We want you to have the perfect mix of activity and rest, solitude and community, and time to wander, reflect, get on a hammock, feel the gentle breezes, watch the birds….

February is considered the best month to visit Costa Rica, with good chances of dry, sunny weather. It is the height of the dry season. You can expect 80s to low 90s at the peak of the day, with 60’s-70’s at night. You don’t need to pack much! We will send you a packing list as we get closer to the trip.

The teachers are super experienced and welcome brand-new yogis to the mix. The classes are suitable for everyone, all ages. It will be a fabulous introduction to the art and science of yoga! A real plus to your experience.

Yes! You do not need to pack any yoga equipment for this trip.

Yes, they can follow your dietary guidelines. The food will be delicious and healthy.

What are my options? If you want to share a room, we can arrange that for you. Or you may choose to book a single room and have it all to yourself. There are advantages to traveling solo. You will likely make some new friends while on this retreat! If you wish to fly with others in the group, that can be arranged. We fly into the Liberia, CR, airport, a smaller airport, easy to navigate.

Yes, we recommend an arrival on Feb 13 or 14, book a stay (or email Kara request to share a room) at the Hilton Garden Inn for a night or two before we head to the lodge. This will give you time to relax after traveling. Unless you choose to stay in CR after the retreat, most people will fly home on February 22. It is best to book a late morning or early afternoon flight that day.

https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/sjolagi-hilton-garden-inn-guanacaste-airport

Anywhere from 10-16. We will have the entire place to ourselves (no other travelers or groups) which makes for a super comfortable atmosphere while at the lodge. It will be our home for the week!

Absolutely. A new feature offered in travel insurance is called, “cancel for any reason.” The insurance you buy will pay you back stated amounts if you must cancel your trip. There are many options available.

Yes. After your initial deposit, you may set up a payment plan on the We Travel site or have us set it up for you. In addition, you can make payments of any amount whenever you wish. Final payments must be made by January 7, 2025.

This is a secure payment company that we have contracted with to take deposits and make payments to the Lodge. On the site you will find detailed information on the trip, including a daily itinerary. If you would prefer to pay by other means, just let us know.

This scenario is not likely. Should something happen that requires cancelling the retreat, all deposits will be returned to you.

Send Kara an email who will answer your questions promptly. kara@karakeatingyoga.com

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Workshops

THE MAGIC OF MANTRA: Stress Reduction, Calmness, Meditation thru sound
Sound is as broad as the Universe. Research has shown that chanting, both alone and (even more effectively) in a group, is a way to connect with full spectrum wholeness. Chanting stimulates the parasympathetic and enteric nervous system, which returns us to normal healthy function of body/mind/spirit. Join us to learn Sanskrit chants. Breathe deeply, Heal and be Well though the power of sound vibration! Handout included. Chair or floor seating, space is limited, sign up early.
Next workshop TBA $50
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NEW BODY WORKSHOP
Have you grown weary of feeling weary? Lacking energy? Trying to lighten up but having no luck? Brain fog? All of these symptoms can gradually become a new normal, accepted as the inevitable consequence of aging. Perhaps it is time to discover your Luminous Body. New science tells us that we can change ourselves by literally changing our minds and upgrading our brains through powerful practices, plant medicines, and what we eat. In this workshop we will touch on a holistic strategy for radiant health that is both ancient and completely modern. Hand-out included. Kara Keating is a Light Body energy medicine practitioner (Four Winds graduate) and a yoga teacher for over 26 years.
Next Dates TBA $60

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YOGA NIDRA WORKSHOP
Experience profound relaxation, release of chronic tension, and more restful sleep patterns, Learn how to access the healing wisdom of the mind/body through Yoga Nidra (Yogic Sleep). During the session, after discussion. students relax and lie comfortably on the floor with mats, bolsters and blankets. Sound bath included. The teacher will provide a verbally guided journey. all levels.
Dates TBA–Sign up on our contact sheet for future workshops.

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