Summer Elation: A Unique Dance & Strength Retreat in Costa Rica

Nosara, Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica

DR
48 reviews
Jun 16 - 23, 2018
Group size: 12 - 37
Summer Elation: A Unique Dance & Strength Retreat in Costa Rica
Nosara, Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica

48 reviews

Jun 16 - 23, 2018
Group size: 12 - 37

About this trip

Bringing people together to enjoy Dance, Yoga, Zumba, Strength, Meditation & more in a relaxing way, celebrating the PURA VIDA lifestyle... 

Rooms are limited so please contact us if you don't see the right accommodation for you (afebres.dance@gmail.com)


What's included in the Retreat Package?

  • 8 days/7 nights luxury accommodation at Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort
  • 3 organic gourmet meals daily (variety of options for vegetarian & vegan diets) 
  • Dance, Mindful Strength, Zumba & Meditation classes every day
  • 2 Yoga classes offered, 6/16 & 6/23
  • 2 classes of your choice offered by Bodhi Tree (Yoga, cycling, etc)
  • 1 Spa Massage or complementary adventure (surf lesson, zipline, etc) up to $80 per person
  • One night with Live Music at the resort

What's not included?

  • your flight to Costa Rica (Liberia or San Jose airport)
  • drinks at the bar and outside of meal times & at the juice bar (smoothies, lattes)
  • gratuities 
  • excursions 

What's available on site?

  • surfboards rental 
  • bicycles rental
  • variety of spa services 
  • laundry services
  • fully equipped gym (free for retreat guests!)

Accomodations

Open the door to find a star-lit shower, luxurious cotton sheets and a canopied bed that promises a well-deserved rest. All rooms have air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, mini fridge, safe and modern amenities abound. Security staff is available 24 hours a day and housekeeping staff will keep your room looking as beautiful as the first day you arrive


Bathroom

King and Queen bungalows & suites have private bathrooms.

Depending on the accommodations you reserve, some rooms have shared bathrooms. For example a triple room shares a bathroom. So there will be three people to a bathroom. These bathrooms have two stalls and two showers. In other accommodations, a double may be paired with a single to share a bathroom with one stall and one shower.
 

Laundry
There is an on-site laundry. Tokens can be purchased at the front desk to use the facilities. There is also a laundry service that the resort offers for a fee. This is an amenity that may help you reduce the amount you pack for your retreat.


Meals

Included in the package are 3 meals a day at the Bodhi Tree Resort (breakfast, lunch and dinner). Meals are prepared with local, organic selections. Most meals are prepared with the vegetarian or vegan in mind; however, there are also chicken and fish options at lunch and dinner.

Beverages

Drinks at the bar or outside of meal times are not included. There is a coffee & juice bar/ cafe area. In this area they serve fresh organic smoothies, organic wine, and beer throughout the day. These drinks are not included in the retreat package. Please make arrangemental with and pay the resort directly for these extras. There are options to run a tab or pay directly for each.


Gratuities 

Gratuities for housekeeping and for wait staff are not included. It is suggested that at the end of the retreat you tip anyone who may have gone above and beyond during your stay. Tipping is suggested at $10.00 per day per person which you can leave before departure. Any tipping outside of the housekeeping is suggested at 10% whereas in the states it is customary to leave a 15-20% gratuity. Resorts prefer that you tip in cash.


CANCELLATION POLICY
Please note that there will be no refunds or discounts for arriving late, leaving early, flight cancellations, travel delays or illness. If you cancel your participation in a retreat for any reason, the cancellation policy below will apply, with no exceptions. We strongly encourage you to purchase travel insurance that will cover the extent of risk you foresee. 

IF WE CANCEL THE RETREAT:

We hope to never have a reason to cancel a retreat; however, if we must cancel the trip due to extreme circumstance, we will refund your payment. We cannot however compensate you for airfare or travel costs incurred. In the unlikely event of retreat being cancelled due to weather, natural disaster or political upheaval, we cannot guarantee a refund, it will be depending on receiving a refund from the venue we work with. To cover these risks, we highly recommend you purchase travel insurance.

IF YOU CANCEL THE  RETREAT

No refunds will be provided.

Instructors:

 Charles Poon finds inhabiting a human body to be a great gift and movement practices to be a powerful gateway to keeping body, mind, and spirit in harmony. Having been a dedicated martial artist and athlete for years, he came across yoga almost a decade ago and has since dedicated his life to this beautiful path.

His yoga and TRX classes offer a fun, safe space for students to take charge of their own bodies and make their practice their own. Charles aspires for his students to find ease and a light attitude in even the most challenging moments, as this best supports a consistent practice that will yield breakthrough after breakthrough and keep the body going for years to come. Some fun music and partner exercises along the way also don’t hurt!

Charles gives a deep bow to all his teachers, past and present, including Timothy Lynch, Sarah Stone-Francisco, and the Asta Yoga family. Another deep bow to the lineage: Sri K. Pattabhi Jois and Larry Schultz, creators of Ashtanga Vinyasa and the Rocket.


 Adriana Oyarzun: Born and raised in Caracas, Venezuela. Adriana was surrounded by music and fell in love with dancing at a young age. She discovered Zumba in 2005 and became a certified instructor in 2014. She strongly believes in the power of dance and loves to experience the magic that happens in each class. Dance always takes Adriana to her happy place and this is a secret that she loves sharing! Adriana lives in the Bay Area with her husband and two daughters and is also a lifestyle family photographer.   


Andreina Febres: Mother of two boys, a wife, a part-time Safe Water project employee, and trip & event organizer. Love to get togethers with friends, and teaching Zumba gives me the honor to meet amazing people. I'm inspired by many of my students and friends I've met since 2009. I'm very fortunate!!!

I was born and raised in Venezuela. Dancing was a big part of my life growing up and now getting people to dance with me is my passion. I truly care about people that are taking my class, making sure that you can enjoy yourself, follow us and have a good time. Come to my classes and see what I mean!

Available Packages

Triple room difference for Monique

Triple room difference for Monique Ortiz only.

$467
Deposit:$467
Third person in King bungalow
$1,153
Deposit:$653
Triple room - shared bathroom

Includes three twin beds, shared bathroom, open air shower, A/C, Wi-Fi, and a safe for personal belongings. 

It also includes all delicious & fresh meals (starting with dinner on Saturday 6/16 & finishing with breakfast on Saturday 6/23)

It also includes 3 classes a day to choose from (yoga, dance or zumba, mindful strength & daily meditation)  

And choose a spa service (value up to $80) at the Bodhi Tree Spa or expedition credit for a value of $80.

$1,620
Deposit:$480
Single room - shared bathroom

Includes one twin bed, shared bathroom, open air shower, A/C, Wi-Fi, and a safe for personal belongings. 

It also includes all delicious & fresh meals (starting with dinner on Saturday 6/23 & finishing with breakfast on Saturday 6/30)

It also includes 3 classes a day to choose from (yoga, dance or zumba, mindful strength & daily meditation)  

And choose a spa service (value up to $80) at the Bodhi Tree Spa or expedition credit for a value of $80.

$1,950
Deposit:$600
King bungalow

This price is per person, for two people is $4,040.

It includes one King bed, a balcony, private bathroom, safe & mini fridge.

It also includes all delicious & fresh meals (starting with dinner on Saturday 6/16 & finishing with breakfast on Saturday 6/23)

It also includes 3 classes a day to choose from (yoga, dance or zumba, mindful strength & daily meditation)  

And choose a spa service (value up to $80) at the Bodhi Tree Spa or expedition credit for a value of $80.

$2,020
Deposit:$620
King or Queen bungalow for 1 person

It includes one King bed, a balcony, private bathroom, safe & mini fridge.

It also includes all delicious & fresh meals (starting with dinner on Saturday 6/16 & finishing with breakfast on Saturday 6/23)

It also includes 3 classes a day to choose from (yoga, dance or zumba, mindful strength & daily meditation)  

And choose a spa service (value up to $80) at the Bodhi Tree Spa or expedition credit for a value of $80.

$2,676
Deposit:$669
Double room - price is per person

Two single beds in a private room, with A/C, safe for your belongings and shared bathroom.


It also includes all delicious & fresh meals (starting with dinner on Saturday 6/16 & finishing with breakfast on Saturday 6/23)

It also includes 3 classes a day to choose from (yoga, dance or zumba, mindful strength & daily meditation)  

And choose a spa service (value up to $80) at the Bodhi Tree Spa or expedition credit for a value of $80.

$1,750
Deposit:$650
Queen bungalow for 2 people - 2 beds

No more Queen bungalows are available! please let us know your needs and we can recommend another room that can offer separate beds if needed.


It includes two queen beds, a balcony, private bathroom, safe & mini fridge.

It also includes all delicious & fresh meals (starting with dinner on Saturday 6/16 & finishing with breakfast on Saturday 6/23)

It also includes 3 classes a day to choose from (yoga, dance or zumba, mindful strength & daily meditation)  

And choose a spa service (value up to $80) at the Bodhi Tree Spa or expedition credit for a value of $80.

$2,040
Deposit:$510
Extra payment for King for only 1 person

When booking a King/Queen bungalow for only one person, you need to reserve the bungalow ($2,020) and then pay this additional fee to have the room for yourself!

This is the best accommodation you can have and with privacy!

$660
Deposit:$660
Queen bungalow for 3 people

No more queen bungalows available. Please contact us to recommend you another room type.


It includes two queen beds (2 people must share one queen bed), a balcony, private bathroom, safe & mini fridge.

It also includes all delicious & fresh meals (starting with dinner on Saturday 6/16 & finishing with breakfast on Saturday 6/23)

It also includes 3 classes a day to choose from (yoga, dance or zumba, mindful strength & daily meditation)  

And choose a spa service (value up to $80) at the Bodhi Tree Spa or expedition credit for a value of $80.

$1,696
Deposit:$424
Triple spot for a teenager (Spencer)
$1,320
Deposit:$330
King Room Gaya House (Eleonora) & triple

This is a special package for Eleonora! 3 nights in the King & 4 nights in triple room.

$2,315
Deposit:$772


Itinerary

Daily yoga practice
You'll get to practice yoga at least once a day.

Some days will start with Yoga practice and some days will be offer in the afternoon, depending on the activities planned for the day. 

Our retreat will include access to one yoga class a day; however, if you wish to practice more than once, Bodhi Tree offers more classes at an additional cost ($10-$15 per class). We'll share their schedule when it becomes available.

Your Organizer


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DejandoHuellas Retreats
48 reviews
We love to travel, and create a community that supports each other. We love to relax and dance, we love to eat healthy and drink wine . We love to swim, meditate, practice yoga. When we travel, we respect people around us and we take care of each other. We've done this since 2013 and we plan to continue organizing these unforgettable vacations for you...leaving our best footprints (huellas)! Our groups are very diverse. We're a very welcoming group of respectful people that appreciate and celebrate each other.

Reviews

I had a great time! Thank you Andreina for making this a memorable experience.
By Joanne H for "Summer Waves Getaway" - Barcelona Coast on Jul 14, 2024
Thank you for trusting me, Joanne. This was our 3rd trip together and I love to see how you enjoy yourself. Looking forward to more adventures together.
By DejandoHuellas Retreats on Jul 15, 2024
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JM
This trip to Spain with Andreina was fabulous. When Andreina plans retreats (this is my 3rd time traveling with her), she builds-in a variety of excursions and activities, as well as optional down-time for those who want it. The places we visited and the lodgings allowed for easy exploration as a group and on our own. It all was beautiful, fun, included a group of wonderful people; it was very special. ♥️
By Joyce M for "Summer Waves Getaway" - Barcelona Coast on Jul 13, 2024
Thank you, Joyce. I loved our time together. Thank you for trusting me and for being so flexible, positive and supportive. It's a pleasure to travel with you. Looking forward to more trips together!
By DejandoHuellas Retreats on Jul 13, 2024
DR
Oh my!! Andreina creates a magnificent experience. The places we visited were magical. There was a nice balance of activity and down time. She makes a space of acceptance. I was free to participate in what felt right for me. The people on our trip were lovely, I’ve made some wonderful new friends. I will travel with Andreina again definitely. I highly recommend her travel adventures !
By Marcie B for "Summer Waves Getaway" - Barcelona Coast on Jul 06, 2024
Thank you, Marcie. It was so special to spend time with you and explore the beautiful coast of Barcelona together. I can't wait to have you in future trips again.
By DejandoHuellas Retreats on Jul 13, 2024
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VC
This was my second trip with Dejando Huellas/Andreina and Valentina. The Camino de Santiago is a gorgeous experience and I wouldn't have planned it all out for myself nearly as well, so I was very grateful for the care and attention Andreina and Valentina put into our itinerary. They are wonderful, joyful people, and so the groups they attract are the same! We ate well and enjoyed the experience, even the challenges, together.
By Vanessa C for Your Camino... your way! on May 22, 2024
Thank you, Vanessa. We love having you again on our trip. Your determination was inspiring! Looking forward to more adventures together...
By DejandoHuellas Retreats on Jul 06, 2024
DR
A fabulous trip! The walk wasn't easy, and rainy days made it more difficult, but the challenge was important for me. The accommodations were all wonderful (!!), the meals generous and delicious, the schedule perfectly organized. Most importantly, I made this Camino trip because it was an event I have wanted to do for a long time, but it was also being led by the most wonderful women - Andreina and Valentina, women who I journeyed with through Peru and, as expected, they didn't disappoint. Although tough physically, this journey affirmed what is truly important in my life - the relationships I build with others, the opportunities to share meaningful conversations with beautiful women, the human connections that are established quickly, and more. It was a very special journey and though I won't be walking the Camino again, I will be watching for tours led by this amazing team - they are truly inspiring, grounded, smart, thoughtful and loving women. Thank you for organizing a fabulous travel experience!!! xo
By Nina G for Your Camino... your way! on May 15, 2024
Hola Nina, your words are appreciated so much. Thanks for traveling with us again. You were definitely a delight to be around & connect with. See you very soon!
By DejandoHuellas Retreats on May 16, 2024
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