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Burnout to Balance™ (Costa Rica | May, 2026)
Verdesana
May 10 - 16, 2026
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YogaYely
$4,900
Deposit: $850

About your trip

🌿 Burnout to Balance™: The Retreat That Saves What Success Forgot


You’ve checked every box—but lost yourself in the process.

You’re the one people count on. At work, at home, in every room you enter.
From the outside? You look composed. Successful. Put together.
But inside?

You’re unraveling.

The sleepless nights.
The endless mental to-do lists.
The soul-deep exhaustion you can’t shake—even after a vacation or a good cry in the car.

You’ve tried meditation apps.
You’ve read all the self-help books.
You’ve told yourself, “I just need to push through.”

But let me tell you the truth...


Your body is not meant to survive like this.
Your nervous system is not broken—it’s just burned out.

And no, you’re not weak.
You’re just done.


💫 This Isn’t a Luxury—It’s a Lifeline


Burnout to Balance™ isn’t just a retreat.
It’s a radical interruption to the cycle of depletion that’s been running your life.

It’s where the high-functioning mask finally falls.
Where the strong woman you’ve had to be… can finally rest.
Where healing becomes a full-body yes—not another thing to achieve.


You Don’t Need Another Escape. You Need a Return.


This 6-day eco-luxury wellness retreat in the sacred jungles of Verdasana at Imiloa, Costa Rica is for women who have reached the edge—and are brave enough to choose a different way.

You will:

✔ Reclaim your nervous system from chronic stress
✔ Finally rest in a body that feels safe again
✔ Reconnect with the calm you forgot was yours
✔ Detox from hustle culture and rebuild a relationship with stillness
✔ Reignite your purpose—not through effort, but through ease


🌺 What You’ll Receive:


🧘‍♀️ Embodied Healing
Daily Hatha + Yin Yoga, Yoga Nidra with sound therapy, mindfulness, and guided breathwork to gently reset your nervous system.


🌀 Soulful Stillness
Morning silence. Sacred journaling. Reflection rituals. Emotional release workshops. Restorative rest with intention—not guilt.


🔥 Mindset & Burnout Recovery Coaching
Realign your inner voice with self-honoring boundaries, sustainable energy practices, and a personalized self-care rhythm you’ll take home.


🌴 Sacred Nature Sanctuary
Immerse in the untouched rainforest, healing ocean air, and sacred stillness of Costa Rica’s most transformational retreat center.


👑 This Is for You If You’re Ready to:

🌙 Stop managing burnout and actually heal it
🌺 Be held by women who get it—without needing to explain
🌞 Stop pushing and learn the art of receiving
💖 Wake up rested, clear, and connected to yourself again


This isn’t about becoming a “new you.”
It’s about returning to the real you—the one burnout made you forget.


⚠️ This Retreat Is NOT for You If:

❌ You want a party, not a pilgrimage
❌ You’re not ready to pause, reflect, or soften
❌ You’re seeking quick-fixes or packed itineraries


💌 You’ve Whispered “I Can’t Keep Doing This

Now’s your chance to say, “I choose me.


There are only 20 spaces for this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
And it’s not because we want exclusivity.
It’s because deep healing requires sacred space, intentional guidance, and true connection.

And I will be there—with you and for you—every step of the way.


🕊 This is your invitation to stop performing and start restoring.
Say yes to your healing.
Say yes to your life.


Welcome Home to Yourself.


With love & reverence,
Yely Rivas
Self-Care Strategist | Yoga & Meditation Teacher | Burnout Recovery Coach


📍Burnout to Balance™ | May 10–16, 2026 | Verdasana at Imiloa, Costa Rica
🌐 www.YogaYely.com
📲 @yogayely
📩 DM or email to apply or book a Discovery Call


Start your Healing Journey – Pricing

 💫 Deposit

To reserve your space, a non-refundable deposit of $850 is required at the time of enrollment. This deposit is applied toward your total retreat balance and secures both your spot and your bed at the retreat center.

Space is limited to only 20 women and available on a first-come, first-served basis.


💝 Payment Plan Options:


🌿 The Self-Care Welcome Gift

Say yes early—and receive a complimentary spa treatment as my heartfelt gift to honor your commitment to yourself.

Available only from July 15 – August 15, 2025
✔ Includes a luxurious spa session at Imiloa
✔ Option to pay in up to 6 monthly installments
✔ Full balance due by January 15, 2026


🌺 Regular Pricing (Spa Gift Not Included)


Available from August 16, 2025 – April 1st, 2026
✔ Option to pay in up to 4 monthly installments
✔ Full balance due by April 1st, 2026


🌟 Last-Minute Booking (Late Fee will be applied)


For registrations between April 2– April 15, 2026
✔ Full payment due at time of booking
✔ Must be paid in full by April 15, 2026


📌 Final Notes

  • Final payment deadline: April 15, 2026
  • All payments are non-refundable, as they directly reserve your accommodations and retreat services at the eco-luxury center.
  • Credit card payments will incur a standard processing fee per transaction.

CANCELATION POLICY

Important Cancellation & Refund Policy

Please review the following information carefully before booking your retreat. These policies are in place to protect the integrity of the experience and the commitments made to the retreat center and partners involved.


🌍 Your Responsibility & Travel Insurance

I kindly ask that you plan your trip mindfully and protect your investment.

There will be no refunds or discounts for:

  • Late arrivals or early departures
  • Missed flights or travel delays
  • Illness or personal emergencies 

I strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance that includes trip cancellation, medical coverage, and any unforeseen travel disruptions. This is especially important for international travel.


If You Need to Cancel Your Participation

Due to the nature of this retreat and the commitments made on your behalf, all payments are non-refundable, regardless of the reason for cancellation.


No exceptions will be made.


Please understand this policy allows us to honor our agreements with the retreat venue and providers, and to keep our pricing fair and consistent for all participants.


🧘🏻‍♀️ If the Retreat is Cancelled or Postponed (By Organizer)

Should the retreat be postponed or cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., natural disaster, government regulations, or events beyond our control), you will be given two options:

  1. Transfer your full payment (including deposit) to a future retreat.
     
  2. Request a full refund, pending the refund policies of the retreat center.
    (In some rare cases, the deposit portion may not be refundable based on the venue’s terms.)

Please note: Airfare and other travel-related costs will not be reimbursed. This is another reason why travel insurance is highly encouraged.


Your wellbeing is my priority—and creating a clear, respectful container ensures a safe and smooth experience for everyone involved.


If you have questions about these policies or need help finding a reliable travel insurance provider, feel free to reach out.

What's included

Transportation

Private luxury SUV transfers to/from San José Airport to Verdesana

Eco-Lux Accommodations

Private or shared luxury eco-cabins and jungle views

Gourmet Vegan Meals

Chef prepared daily gourmet plant-based meals made from organic locally source ingredientes and snacks each day

Max Comfort

Wi-Fi and Natural ventilation

Guided Yoga Classes

2 daily yoga & movement practices (Restorative, Yin, Nidra, Vinyasa & Hatha)

Guided Meditations

Morning Noble Silence. Daily morning mindful guided meditations & breathwork

Mindfulness Practices

Daily evening journaling. Opening + Closing ceremonies & sacred fire circle

Workshop 1

Self-Love & Boundaries: Saying Yes to You Without Guilt

Workshop 2

Build Your Self-Care Blueprint: How to Create & Adapt a Sustainable Routine

Evening Circles

Sharing Circle & Journaling Prompts

Farewell Dinner

Celebration Dinner with Live Musician

Support & Surprises

Me and the 70‑member heart-centered Imiloa team tends to every detail. Expect surprise delights (fresh flowers, gift bags) woven throughout your stay to enhance the luxury experience

Limited Private Session

Yoga, Mindset Coaching or Intention Mapping

Thermal Soaks

Take a deep in a natural hot springs nearby, or simply lounge in a clay sauna to detox. (Verdesana has its own hot tub areas open at night for stargazing.)

Healing Vibes

Serene, safe, soul-nourishing. Sounds of birds and breeze, not traffic.

Ambience

Digital detox zone optional | Integration Journal included

Special Features 1

Pre-Retreat call to personalize experience

Special Feature 2

Welcome Gift Tote: herbal teas, affirmation card, journal and more!

Special Feature 3

Free time for rest, reflection, and sisterhood connection.

Special Feature 4

Post-Retreat Integration Plan + 21 Day Selfcare Ritual

What's not included

Airfare

Travel Insurance

Gratuity

Spa Treatments

Additional Excursions

Alcoholic Beverages

Laundry Services

🌅 Day 1 - Welcome

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ARRIVE & EXHALE

Theme: Welcome Yourself Back

  • Private shuttle from SJO airport to Imiloa
  • Arrival at Imiloa & personal check-in ritual 
  • Grounding welcome tea + orientation tour
  • Opening Circle: “You are Safe to Slow Down”
  • Evening Yin Yoga + Guided Breathwork
  • Chef-prepared gourmet welcome dinner 
  • Optional journaling prompt: “What am I ready to release in order to receive?”
     

☀️Day 2

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RESET THE NERVOUS SYSTEM

Theme: Stillness as Medicine

  • Morning silence & meditation in nature
  • Hatha Yoga: Gentle energizing practice
  • Breakfast + leisure time
  • Workshop #1: Self-Love & Boundaries: Saying Yes Without Guilt
  • Free time: Massage, pool, hammock, nature trails
  • Restorative Yoga: Deep body rest & release
  • Dinner
  • Evening journaling circle: “Where am I over-giving—and how can I return to balance?”

🌊 Day 3

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SURRENDER TO NATURE

Theme: Ground, Feel, Flow

  • Silent morning meditation 
  • Hatha Flow Yoga: Grounding into your body
  • Breakfast
  • Optional Nature Excursion: Waterfall Hike 
  • Integration time: spa, rest, journaling, silence
  • Evening  Yin Yoga + Sound Healing Journey
  • Dinner
  • Fire circle & group reflection

🌸 Day 4

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RECLAIM YOUR POWER

Theme: Emotional Reset + Empowered Rhythm

  • Morning silence & seated meditation
  • Hatha Yoga with Core Awakening
  • Breakfast
  • Workshop #2: Create & Adapt Your Personal Self-Care Rituals
  • Leisure + 1:1 coaching or bodywork sessions
  • Dinner
  • Evening journaling: “What supports the woman I’m becoming?”

🌞 Day 5

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INTEGRATE & ALIGN

Theme: Returning to Self with Grace

  • Sunrise silence + Heart-Centered Meditation
  • Gentle Hatha + Yin Fusion: Integration practice
  • Breakfast
  • Free time 
  • Closing Circle & Intention Setting Ceremony
  • Final journaling prompt: “What will I carry forward, and how will I honor this version of me?”
  • Celebration Dinner + Live Music or Firelight Gathering

🌄 Day 6

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DEPARTURE DAY

Theme: Rooted & Ready

  • Morning silence + farewell tea ritual
  • Optional Meditation or Self-Guided Practice
  • Breakfast
  • Departures & warm goodbyes
  • Take-home integration guide gifted

About your organizer

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YogaYely
Meet Yely Rivas—a powerhouse of soul and science. Venezuelan-born and Florida-based, she’s a bilingual Prevention and Recovery Burnout Coach, yoga and meditation mentor, and self-care strategist helping high-performing women reset through mindful well-being and soul retreats. With 20+ years of experience in yoga, meditation, and mindfulness, she created the Burnout Shield Method. Yely leads 1:1 coaching, digital programs, and transformative wellbeing retreats in Costa Rica. Featured by Yoga Medicine, Yoga International and Ompractice.

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