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Eight days on a Guanacaste beach combining surf lessons, daily yoga, martial-arts training, and happiness workshops. Expect guided instruction, plant-forward meals, and time to explore dry-forest trails and tidal shores.
Eight days on a Guanacaste beach combining surf lessons, daily yoga, martial-arts training, and happiness workshops. Expect guided instruction, plant-forward meals, and time to explore dry-forest trails and tidal shores.
The ocean arrives like a living thing: mornings push warm green waves onto a golden shoreline while the jungle beyond stirs awake with howler monkeys and bright motmots. At a boutique beachside retreat in Guanacaste, you’ll move between surf sessions, mat-based yoga, and mindfulness workshops — the pulse of the Pacific shaping the day.
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Operated by Dr. Michele Poff, PhD · Liberia, Guanacaste
The ocean arrives like a living thing: mornings push warm green waves onto a golden shoreline while the jungle beyond stirs awake with howler monkeys and bright motmots. At a boutique beachside retreat in Guanacaste, you’ll move between surf sessions, mat-based yoga, and mindfulness workshops — the pulse of the Pacific shaping the day.
This stretch of Costa Rica sits on folded volcanic terrain that gives way to coastal plains and dry tropical forest. Guanacaste’s cattle-ranching history and coastal fishing culture blend with modern eco-tourism; local cooks favor fresh produce, coconut water, and seafood. The region’s dry season (roughly December–April) offers clear skies, while the rainy months bring lush green contrasts and smaller crowds.
Days are structured: dawn meditation, surf instruction with local coaches, movement practices or martial-arts cross-training, then nutrition-focused meals. Mid-week is lighter to explore nearby tidal pools, try a river estuary paddle, or walk a forest trail where capuchin monkeys and iguanas frequent the canopy.
Practical guidance: arrive through Daniel Oduber (LIR) and expect an included transfer window. Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a swim suit you can move in, and a light rashguard for long surf sessions. Basic swimming ability is required; instructors will match boards to experience. Hydrate consistently in warm weather and layer for cooler pre-dawn yoga. The retreat balances active instruction and free afternoons, so plan one excursion day (snorkel, national park visit) if you want more exploration.
This program is designed to improve skills and mental clarity while staying oriented to the rhythms of the coast — the sea will challenge you, and the schedule will steady you.
moderate.
8 days (full-day program).
Moderate fitness recommended — be able to handle multiple daily classes, ocean paddling, and short hikes.
No — the retreat offers professional surf instruction and matches boards to skill level, but you should be comfortable in open water and able to swim.
Yes — airport transfers to/from Daniel Oduber (LIR) are included within the provider’s specified pickup window (typically 8am–6pm).
Meals are plant-forward and overseen by a nutritionist; notify organizers about allergies or restrictions during booking so they can accommodate where possible.
There are separate kids’ retreats (ages 11+) that run alongside adult dates with tailored programming; check schedules and rooming options when booking.
Guanacaste was historically cattle country with strong Nicaraguan cultural ties and later developed into a tourism region centered on beaches and national parks.
Choose reef-safe products and follow local guidelines for wildlife viewing; coastal ecosystems here are sensitive to runoff and plastic pollution.
Dr. Michele Poff, PhD operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The ocean arrives like a living thing: mornings push warm green waves onto a golden shoreline while the jungle beyond stirs awake with howler monkeys and bright motmots. At a boutique beachside retreat in Guanacaste, you’ll move between surf sessions, mat-based yoga, and mindfulness workshops — the pulse of the Pacific shaping the day.
The ocean arrives like a living thing: mornings push warm green waves onto a golden shoreline while the jungle beyond stirs awake with howler monkeys and bright motmots. At a boutique beachside retreat in Guanacaste, you’ll move between surf sessions, mat-based yoga, and mindfulness workshops — the pulse of the Pacific shaping the day.
This stretch of Costa Rica sits on folded volcanic terrain that gives way to coastal plains and dry tropical forest. Guanacaste’s cattle-ranching history and coastal fishing culture blend with modern eco-tourism; local cooks favor fresh produce, coconut water, and seafood. The region’s dry season (roughly December–April) offers clear skies, while the rainy months bring lush green contrasts and smaller crowds.
Days are structured: dawn meditation, surf instruction with local coaches, movement practices or martial-arts cross-training, then nutrition-focused meals. Mid-week is lighter to explore nearby tidal pools, try a river estuary paddle, or walk a forest trail where capuchin monkeys and iguanas frequent the canopy.
Practical guidance: arrive through Daniel Oduber (LIR) and expect an included transfer window. Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a swim suit you can move in, and a light rashguard for long surf sessions. Basic swimming ability is required; instructors will match boards to experience. Hydrate consistently in warm weather and layer for cooler pre-dawn yoga. The retreat balances active instruction and free afternoons, so plan one excursion day (snorkel, national park visit) if you want more exploration.
This program is designed to improve skills and mental clarity while staying oriented to the rhythms of the coast — the sea will challenge you, and the schedule will steady you.