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SeekaRetreat - Costa Rica retreats, retreat workshops, programs and events. Directory of retreat leaders and spiritual directors and coaches. Retreats include themes with topics including: spiritual retreats, religious retreats, healing, yoga, self improvement etc...
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Costa Rica - Central America, bordering both the Caribbean Sea and the North Pacific Ocean, between Nicaragua and Panama.
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Retreat Centers with Scheduled Retreats
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Hacienda del Sol
Telephone: 506 828 4080
Web Site: www.becometocostarica.com
Email: menlha@becometocostarica.com
Retreat Center Themes: bodywork,cleanses,yoga,dance,meditation
Retreat Center Events:
Spiritual and Health related events.
Rebalancing Bodywork training
Teacher Training for Yoga
Cleanses for body mind and spirit
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In the jungle, near the ocean. A peacefull oasis in the jungle of Costa Rica. COME to this sacred healing space and BE.
Enjoy courses, retreats, workshops, yoga, raw food cleanses, meditation, hikes, massage, dance, walks, craniosacral therapy, deep tissue massage, local excursions and more.
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Just 2 miles from the colorful Caribbean village of Puerto Viejo and minutes from beautiful sandy beaches, Jo Jo’s Jungle Retreat is a private estate with an atmosphere of freedom, tranquility and tropical magic - perfect for your transformational retreats. (clothing optional groups welcomed).
 Our Mission is to create a nurturing environment where you’ll feel connected to the beauty and mystery of the natural world while still enjoying the simple luxuries and comforts of home.
Our12 lush acres of jungle paradise borders miles of undeveloped land yet is just a tropical hike, bike ride or short drive to town and long stretches of tree lined beach. A stream, bamboo grove, pond and waterfall, along with our creatively designed, natural yet elegant main lodge, cabinas and casitas, make Jo Jo’s the ultimate retreat or group gathering site.
Jo Jo’s Jungle Retreat specializes in retreats, workshops and
personal gatherings. We’re committed to creating a supportive
and magical environment for the ultimate retreat experience!
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Highlighted Retreats
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Rebalancing Certification and Life Meditation Program
November 14, 2006 until January 14, 2007
REBALANCING BODYWORK TRAINING Course Components:: 7 hours daily, six days a week instruction on:
1. Deep Tissue and Joint Release techniques
2. MEDITATION
3. COMMUNITY LIVING
4. HEALTH AWARENESS
5. NATURE
The course will be an intensive 2-month program, running from Nov - January. Students will sleep, eat, and breath rebalancing six days a week. Regular attendance is essential.
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Join us in a sacred women's circle in Costa Rica where we will be staying at the Samasati Nature Retreat and Eco Resort in the Talamanca region, situation on 250 acres of virgin tropical forest overlooking the Caribbean Sea.
“Returning to our senses” is a rich and potent metaphor and a quite literal instruction for all of us at this time. This invitation reflects our intention to develop a reverence for our bodies, which are the threshold of our sensory nature. Simultaneously we will develop a kinship with our mother, the earth, and all of our creature brothers and sisters.
 The rainforest, rivers and oceans in Costa Rica are teeming with life which needs our love and protection. As we regain our senses, our bodies become healthy enough to contain vast amounts of spirit, love and light….ripe, courageous, juicy, red…full of spirit seeds…and sweet as pomegranates.
We are planning three journeys during the week.
* The first journey will be going on a rain forest canopy adventure. As we go from one platform to another, we will learn about the vegetation, animals and herbs that the indigenous people use.
* Another journey will take us into the heart of the Bribri indigenous reserve. We will honor two of the last shamans from the tribe and be in their sacred space where rituals and healing take place.
* Our final journey will be waterfall trekking, where a guide will take us to a majestic waterfall. Playing in the falls, the water will massage, renew and cleanse our bodies and spirit.
We will gather for circle time each day in the beautiful palapa that will hold our sacred selves and stories. Samasati has plenty of activities right on the premises during free time – Yoga, massage and other spa treatments, bird watching, or simply enjoying quiet time in your private bungalow set in the midst of the forest. There will be vans available to take us to the nearby beaches along the Caribbean.
Retreat leader names: Ceci McDonnell & Karen Rosenberg
Retreat leader bios:
Ceci McDonnell, LISW, is committed to helping people ignite and bring forth their passion, personal power and creative self to transform themselves and the world. A clinical social worker in private practice, Ceci is an Adjunct Professor at Case Western Reserve University, Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences.
Karen Rosenberg, LISW, is our on-site bilingual ombudswoman, aka "Goddess of Organization." She brings many years of experience working with women in a variety of settings. She strongly believes in the healing power of community in women's lives and is committed to the process of creating communities which encourage women's growth, individually and collectively. Karen is a clinical social worker in private practice.
The cost of the retreat is $2000 which includes a bungalow room with double occupancy, private bath and screened porch with hammock. (For single rooms, add $400).
The fee includes:
* The retreat
* Accommodations
* All meals (vegetarian with some fish)
* The three journeys during the week.
For further information, please email: kfrlisw@aol.com or visit our website at www.islawomensretreat.com
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Courage in the Heart of the Goddess
Connect with your beauty and power in gorgeous Costa Rica. Women will spend a week doing internal work in gorgeous, life-filled external settings in the area of Monteverde.
LOCATION: Monteverde, Costa Rica
DATES: July 1-8
RETREAT CENTER:
La Calandria Lodge, overlooking the Gulf of Nicoya. La Calandria Lodge is dedicated to saving habitat of the endangered Bellbird, and is located on land that has been preserved for that purpose. The Lodge is cozy, with a wonderful view, communal dining room, and shared sleeping rooms. Up to four women will share a large room. There are many beautiful walking paths on the property. Cooks offer daily choices of vegetarian or non-vegetarian meals.
COST:
$1500 (due May 30th, 2007.)
Cost includes all meals, lodging, work sessions, dresses, trips to Monteverde Cloud Forest, Tilaran waterfalls, dinner at Sophia's Restaurant, vans to and from the airport.
Does not include individual excursions, alcoholic beverages, or individual healing sessions.
GETTING HERE:
There are a few options for getting to the Center by 4pm on July 1st.
- We will send 2 vans to the airport to bring participants directly up the mountain. They will be waiting until 12:00pm on July 1st. Please allow an hour to go through customs. Cost is included in Retreat.
- If you are unable to arrange a flight arriving that day, early enough to take the vans, you can arrive the night before. There are several hotels near the airport. Your hotel receptionist can arrange for you to arrive at the Center by Interbus, which will come to your hotel around 8:30am on July 1st. Cost is $29 (not included).
- The other option is to share a taxi which we can arrange to come and be there by 10am to pick you up; the cost is $50 each. (not included)
- The drivers know the road very well, are safe, and will stop upon your request if needed.
WHAT TO BRING:
The weather in Monteverde is quite changeable this time of year. Usually mornings are nice and sunny and the rain begins in the late afternoon. The evenings can be quite cool.
-= Layered clothing, from sleeveless cotton to wool sweater.
-= Rain poncho
-= Rain pants
-= Comfortable, well-used hiking shoes
-= Sunscreen
-= Sunhat
-= Bug Spray
-= Comfortable walking clothes
-= At least one ankle-length skirt
-= Umbrella
-= One special stone, or jewel, or something that can be added to your gown.
-= A journal, pens, and something plastic to protect the journal.
-= All participants MUST HAVE Travelers Insurance, including Medical Insurance. (There is a doctor and clinic in Monteverde.)
-= All participants must be able to walk two hours at a time at a reasonable pace.
WHAT NOT TO BRING
-= Computers
-= Ipods
FREE DAY OPTIONS:
Monteverde offers numerous activities. Here are some of your options (The expenses of this day are not included in your package):
-= Santa Elena Reserve (beautiful Old Growth Rainforest) $28
-= Sky Trek Bridges (a series of bridges high up in the canopy) $17
-= Canopy Tour Aventura $40
-= Ranario Frog Pond $9
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Retreat Calendar
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 Spring 2008 Taiji Retreat in Pavones, Costa Rica
event theme: Chen Style Tai Chi for Health, Healing, and Longevity
event spiritual orienation: Mind Body Spirit Cultivation
event environment: Pristine tropical paradise setting directly on the Pacific Ocean
event overview: This retreat will include a brief explanation of the historical roots, theory and principles of Tai Chi, Foundation Training, introduction to Chen Style Tai Chi Form, and Push Hands. (partner exrecises). Includes luxury villa accommodations, gourmet vegetarian cuisine, and ground transport from the Golfito airport.
leader name: Dr. Bob Bacher
leader bio: Dr. Bacher has more than 38 years full time experience with Tai Chi and various other martial arts and healing systems from around the world. He is a Doctor of Chiropractic with more than 27 years clinical experience in the US and Europe. Dr. Bacher has utilized the principles and techniques of Tai Chi as an integral part of the healing process with all of his patients for over 20 years.
leader phone: 786 488 6128
leader web site:www.taichivacations.com
leade remail: chentaijiinternational@yahoo.com
retreat center name: Chen Taiji Academy
center city: Pavones
center country: Costa Rica
center telephone: 786 488 6128
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Back to Nature & Your Own True Nature:
Mindfulness Meditation through Organic Gardening
6 nights in beautiful Costa Rica with Zen Life Coach, meditation teacher, and author Nancy O'Hara.
 Description: Organic gardening is a path to understanding and benefiting from mindfulness meditation in a deeper way. Practicing this unique combination in a supportive environment strengthens your ability to create relaxation, focus, and joy in your everyday life at home. A typical day begins with morning meditation instruction, breakfast, and gardening; then mindful meal preparation, lunch, and free time; and offers an optional workshop, delicious dinner, and evening meditation. Our practices are supported by the location chosen for this retreat--Costa Rica is known for peaceful stability and environmental stewardship. After a restorative week in this lush, pleasantly warm retreat center near the Pacific Ocean, i mmersed in sustainable living practices, you'll return home with new perspective and the ability to make your day-to-day life more peaceful, centered, and enjoyable.
Retreat Leaders: Nancy O'Hara has led meditation groups and workshops in and around New York City since 1994. She's the author of six books on meditation practice, including Find a Quiet Corner, a bestseller described as "a precious guide" (Joan Borysenko, Ph.D.) and "a helping hand along the path toward inner peace and happiness" (Brian L. Weiss, M.D., P.A.), and Just Listen, "a searchlight illuminating the wisdom and power of inner life [that] will help anyone discover serenity and peace" (Larry Dossey, M.D.). Nancy has a grounded, simple, and creative approach to teaching meditation. As a Zen practitioner since 1988, Nancy shares her experiences through her books, meditation classes, and private Zen Life Coaching sessions. Find out what her students have to say at www.samumeditation.com/what.html
Greg Ewing started Finca Ipe with a strong and clear vision 11 years ago and has actively managed the farm and shaped its direction since its inception. He has learned sustainability and organic gardening by working to create it - with plenty of mistakes and successes in the process. He also has been practicing meditation for many years.
Leader Telephone: 480-452-8010
Leader Web Site: www.fincaipe.com/newrall.html
Leader Email: awakenings@cox.net
 Retreat Center: Finca Ipe
City: Dominical
Country: Costa Rica
Web Site: www.fincaipe.com
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Retreat Title: Illumination: Costa Rica
Retreat Themes: Lightbody clearing and activation
Spiritual Focus: Shamanic; all beliefs honored
Environment: Gorgeous 250-acre rainforest preserve overlooking Caribbean coast
Description: This week-long shamanic experience offers the rare opportunity to work with a Luminous Healer of the Incan Lineage. In a beautiful jungle setting, you will get cleared of the energetic imprints that most profoundly influence you and receive higher dimensional Activation of your Luminous Body while sharing the experience in a supportive and energy-magnifying group setting. By clearing and activating your Light Body, you can break free of the wounds that haunt you, habits that drive you, and fears that hinder your progress. This work can serve as a doorway through which you may access New Power, Enhanced Confidence and Heightened Creativity for your life. Through working at the energetic level, you CAN discover your true Self, realize your full potential, and manifest your deepest dreams. Get Activated in Paradise! Feb. 10-17, 2007
Retreat Leaders: Shaman Ashandra-Aah
Leader Credentials: Ashandra-Aah has an extensive background in the study, integration and utilization of shamanic technologies with process-oriented therapeutic modalities such as expressive arts, somatic psychology, ecopsychology, psychodrama, dreamwork, and other techniques which access memories and energies stored in the physical and energy bodies; conscious and unconscious mind. You may find more extensive background information on the retreat website at http://www.thelightquest.com.
Leader Web Site: www.shamaniclightwork.com
Country: Costa Rica
Web Site: http://www.thelightquest.com
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 Event date: All year round
Event title: Spiritual awakening, Enlightenment Retreat Intensive
Event theme: Spiritual Enlightenment, Meditation,Tai Chi Ratreats
Event spiritual orienation: Metaphysical
Event environment: Mountains, Beach, River
Event overview: Explore Energy and Consciousness through specially designed Meditation Sessions, Chi Kung, Tai Chi, Yoga Practices and living close to nature in beautiful Costa Rica. A personalized, unique program to be schedule at your convenience
Retreat leader name: Gailon
Retreat leader bio: Spiritual guide and founder of White Cloud Sanctuary, 35 years experience in spiritual practices, he is able to facilitate the spiritual transformation for others who desire to awaken to the Essential Self
Retreat center name: White Cloud Sanctuary
Retreat center address: Apartado 638
Retreat center city: Santa Ana
Retreat center state: San Jose'
Retreat center zip: 6150
Retreat center country: Costa rica
Retreat center telephone: (506) 203-2210
Retreat center web site: www.thewhitecloudsanctuary.com
Retreat center email: info@thewhitecloudsanctuary.com
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Event date: january 7-13, 2008
Event title: Zen Yoga Retreat
Event theme: Anusara-Inspired Yoga and Zen yoga Massage
Event spiritual orientation: exploration of self and connection
Event overview: Bring your partner or friend to this Partner Yoga Retreat in paradise. Explore self and connection. Open to all levels.
Daily Anusara -Inspired Yoga and Zen Yoga ,Massage(=yoga-inspired bodywork).Learn the gifts of giving and receiving ZYM. Plenty of free time for adventure and relaxation on remote beach.
Retreat leader name: Yanti Mangunatmodjo
Retreat leader web site: http://www.nicuesalodge.com/yoga-retreat/retreats/zen-yoga-january.html?source=yanti
Retreat leader email: reservations@nicuesalodge.com
Retreat center name: Playa Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge
Golfo Dulce, Osa Peninsula ,near Golfito, Puntarenas, Costa Rica
Retreat center telephone: +506-735-5237 or 1-866-504-8116
Retreat center web site: www.nicuesalodge.com
Contact name: yanti Mangunatmodjo
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Event date: May 31-June 7, 2008
Event title: Men's Yoga Retreat
Event theme: Yoga, Meditation, Holistic Fitness
Event environment: Resport
Event overview: Join other men in a journey towards better health and inner awareness. Together we will celebrate life, community and enjoyment in a supportive environment.
Each day will be an opportunity to reflect on life and rediscover serenity through yoga and meditation.
Retreat leader name: Darryl Olive
Retreat leader bio: MBA, MHA, CSCS, E-RYT 500, CMT. Over ten years experience
teaching yoga and fitness.
Retreat leader phone: 816.256.4443
Retreat leader web site: http://www.kcfitnesslink.com/mensretreat.html
Retreat leader email: info@kcfitnesslink.com
Retreat center name: Samasati Nature Retreat, Costa Rica
Retreat center telephone: 800 563 9643
Retreat center web site: http://www.samasati.com
Retreat center email: samasati@samasati.com
Contact name: Silvia Zani
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