“Some of us have discussed conscious, servant and mindful leadership principals. I am excited to bring our CEOs together to fully embrace these principals, and more intentionally bring them into the workplace” -Mark Grovic
ITINERARY SUMMARY:
Arrive in San Jose, CR (SJO) Anytime March 4, 2024.
Depart March 8th or 9th, 2024
4 Day Retreat Includes:
Stay after or arrive early. We can help with planning.
Prior to our time in Costa Rica, we will convene virtually 5 times to build the foundations of a mindful leadership practice. Experiential learning practices develop and sustain self-awareness, focus, creativity, listening, atunement, relationships, teamwork, insight, balance, influence, vision, grit and a growth mindset. 13 Leadership Trait Workbooks guide employees & colleagues to deepen their personal practice. Our innovative leading consciously programs are designed to be the next step or progression in one's meditation practice.
We offer tangible action steps that help you:
Using language that resonates within an organization’s culture, Meditation4Leadership teaches participants to develop their own powers of observation through the practice of meditation to increase focus, learn to respond instead of react and gain greater access to inner creativity and wisdom. Organizations benefit from helping their employees develop these improved leadership skills. More effective leaders create more effective organizations.
A TRANSFORMATIONAL 5-PART WELLNESS & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP
EACH VIRTUAL SESSION INCLUDES RELEVANT MEDITATION PRACTICE
1 MINDFULNESS, MEDITATION AND LEADERSHIP
2 BUILDING AWARENESS
Increases the Ability to be Present
3 MAKING CONNECTIONS
Expand Relationship Development Skills
4 MAINTAINING PERSPECTIVE
Regain Balance & Access Wisdom
5 ACHIEVING POTENTIAL
Become the Best Version of Yourself
Become the best version of yourself by enhancing your leadership skills through meditation and mindfulness
MEDITATION 4 LEADERSHIP is a nonprofit organization on a mission to communicate the broad range of benefits of meditation practice and to teach the art of meditation through a series of innovative programs designed for business, nonprofit and community organizations.
Lisa joined Meditation4Leadership soon after its founding and became our first Chief Meditation Officer. Lisa followed her 20 year career as a school teacher by becoming a certified yoga teacher and then teacher of teachers. Lisa has led our content team to develop and present engaging, innovative programs organized using the four core pillars, presented live in the office, virtually and at corporate retreats including: Effective Leadership, Mindful Educator, and Conscious Leadership. Lisa has also trained our other program facilitation and meditation mentors, each of whom had previously completed a meditation or yoga teacher training program.
Welcome to the mountains of Costa Rica! Here at the rustic luxury of Rio Chirripo Lodge you will find stunning views of mountain peaks, a bustling river and a virgin rainforest. Gaze at exotic birds from your room, take in the sounds of the river, sun bathe by the pool or relax in the wood-fired hot tub. Did we mention a massage room that overlooks the river? Or delicious healthy meals including an abundance of organic vegetables, juicy tropical fruits, homebaked breads and some fresh fish—all crafted to delight the palate and the senses?
The cozy, spacious rooms all have en-suite bathrooms and private balconies overlooking the valley below. Adorned with ceramic tiles and gorgeous linens, the adobe structures are nestled among immaculately manicured flower beds and organic vegetable gardens. The grounds include a full-size heated swimming pool with sun deck and a hot tub, plus the "Rancho"—a communal area with built-in sofas, rocking chairs and an open fireplace for cool nights. The lovely open-air dining room floods with sunlight in the morning at breakfast, and offers breathtaking views of the mountain peaks.
The yoga studio—fully equipped with mats, blocks and straps—is an enclosed temple-like structure with a high vaulted ceiling and a fireplace to create a magical, serene environment for your yoga practice.
Hikes and activities will be led and coordinated by our retreat partners, Angus and Tania of Chirriposa Retreats. These activities—all listed below—are included in the cost of your retreat. Other activities may be arranged for additional cost, including extra outings or massages and facials.
We are excited to have CHIRRIPOSA RETREATS on board for this event. Angus and Tania have been organizing and facilitating wellness retreats in Costa Rica and across Europe for over 15 years. Together, they’re a great team and we hope you will enjoy their fun, positive, Costa Rican vibe! They will accompany us on our adventure, taking care of all the fine details, including local travel and accommodation, starting with our 4* lodging for our first night in San Jose.
Standard single occupancy rooms, located on the second floor with beautiful mountain views. The Caraos rooms are the best option for getaways in search of privacy, perfect for individual travelers.
The cozy River Cabin is close to the pool, hot tubs and river area. Sleep in it to the stunning and
therapeutic natural sound of the Chirripó River. Enjoy the beautiful private porch to relax on
during your stay, perfect for couples.
A 47 sq. mt. jewel located just a few steps from the pool, Jacuzzis and the river. It has two outdoor decks immersed in nature, perfect for bird lovers. A luxuRíous space with a private bathtub, ideal for couples to relax and disconnect from the outside world.
* This room is for 2 guests and rates are per person
This unique room will allow you to enjoy the sounds of the river and the breathtaking views of the mountains. Relax on the wooden deck overlooking the Chirripó River. The room has 1 king bed, a private bathroom and a small kitchen where you can prepare quick meals, tea or coffee. It is located on the highest and most private part of the property.
The cozy El Nido Cabin is close to the pool, hot tubs and river area. Fall asleep to the stunning and therapeutic natural sound of the Chirripó River. Enjoy the beautiful private porch to relax on during your stay, perfect for the single traveller.
Cozy and spacioussuite with rustic and contemporary design. It has breathtaking views of the beautiful mountains of the Chirripó Valley.
Private bedroom and bathroom in an eclectic house situated in the idyllic village of Canaan, just 5 minutes walk from the retreat centre.
60 minute deep tissue massage (time to be scheduled)
75 minute facial (time to be scheduled)
Full day excursion to Nauyaca Waterfall and Dominical Beach (Friday 10 March)
Additional night accommodation with all meals at Rio Chirripo
Additional night accommodation with all meals at Rio Chirripo
Additional night accommodation with all meals at Rio Chirripo
Additional night accommodation with all meals at Rio Chirripo
This price is per transfer, not per person! Each transfer can take up to 4 guests.
Please specify the Date, Time and Route of transfer.
Your international flight should arrive into San Jose, Costa Rica (SJO) ANYTIME on Monday 04 March 2024.
On arrival, take an ORANGE AIRPORT TAXI from the arrivals terminal to our group hotel in San Jose, which is a 10 minute drive from the airport and should only cost around $20 including tip. It is not advised to take a ride from an unofficial taxi.
Hotel in San Jose:
'AC Hotel Marriott Heredia Belen'
Cityzen Epicentro Laboral & Social
Calle la Rivera
Belen
Costa Rica
40702
Costa Rica
Your reservation will be under your own name or Chirriposa Retreats.
If you have any problems or need assistance, then you can contact Tania +506 83252514, who will be staying at the hotel and traveling with you to the mountains the following day.
There will be a meet and greet at the hotel rooftop bar at 6:00pm followed by an dinner (not included) in the hotel restaurant.
The following morning after breakfast, there will be a group departure from the hotel at 9:00am sharp! You should be checked out and have your bags ready to be loaded into the private bus by 8:30am. The journey to the retreat venue is a 3 hour scenic drive, over the mountain pass and the intercontinental divide, at an elevation of 10,000ft. Remember to pack a warm top for our coffee break in the clouds!
We will arrive at our destination in the Chirripó mountains just after midday, in time for lunch, a quick orientation, check in, a short rest and then kick off of our retreat!
If you choose not to stay on an extra day, for our beach and waterfall excursion, then your group departure will be at 8:00am on Friday 08 March, which will get you into San Jose by midday (12:00pm). Therefore your international flight should not depart from SJO before 3:00pm.
If you will be staying the extra night, then we suggest that you book your flight for the following day, Saturday 09 March, anytime after 3:00pm.
If you need to get an earlier flight, then we can assist you in finding a hotel to stay in San Jose or we can help to arrange a private driver, at an additional cost.