This is your spark. 🔥
A quiet, steady flame. Not here to burn it all down, but to burn through.
Through what’s heavy. Through the stuck places.
To the truth that’s still alive underneath it all.

IGNITE is a soul-deep women’s retreat — not about fixing or achieving, but remembering.
Remembering your rhythm. Your body. Your breath.
Here, fire is not destruction. It’s transformation.
It’s a clearing — gentle but powerful — to make space for what’s real.

This is where strength and stillness hold hands.
Where becoming isn’t a hustle. It’s a soft return.

Led by Meghan Barnard, this immersive, heart-centered experience is an invitation to come home to yourself. Through yoga, breath, and embodied practices, we begin to soften the edges and reconnect with what’s always been there — your deep inner knowing.

You don’t need to show up a certain way. You don’t need to be “good at yoga.”
You just need to show up as you are.

What It Looks Like

Morning Movement & Breath
We start the day with movement, meeting you wherever you are.
Strong, rooted Vinyasa or Hatha, breath-led and spacious.
Gentle somatic movement in the evenings when your system needs softness.
You move how you need to move. You breathe how you need to breathe.

Embodied Workshops (Renew. Connect. Create.)
Each day unfolds with intention and curiosity.

• Renew: Simple, research-backed tools to support your whole self — body, mind, nervous system.
   
• Connect: Listen inward. Relate more honestly — to yourself, to others, to what your body already knows.
   
• Create: Get clear on what matters to you. Reclaim the authorship of your life from the inside out.
   

Somatic + Sensory Practices
This is movement as medicine.
We explore the subtle — breath, awareness, presence — to gently shift from tightness into freedom.
There’s nothing to perform. Nothing to push through. Just being in your own aliveness.

Women’s Wisdom Circles
We gather, not to fix each other — but to witness, to listen, to honor.
To sit in circle and be reminded that we don’t have to carry it all alone.
There is healing in being seen, without needing to explain or prove.

Evening Restore
Each night, we close in softness.
Yoga Nidra, restorative movement, breath, or guided stillness.
Space to integrate, to rest, to settle.

Functional Wellness & Nutrition
We’ll spend time learning how to nourish from the inside out —
supporting hormonal balance, nervous system health, and sustainable vitality.
No fads. Just wisdom that works.

The Flow

This retreat is designed with structure and space.
Each day is thoughtfully crafted, but always with room to follow the energy in the room — or the quiet inside you.
If something needs to rise, we let it. If rest is what you need, you rest.
Nothing is mandatory. Everything is invitational.
You’re the guide of your own experience.

The Setting

We’ll be held by The Retreat Costa Rica, perched on a crystal quartz mountain overlooking the lush valley.
The air feels different here. The pace slows.
In between sessions, you’ll find space to wander, nap, journal, get a massage, float in the pool, or just be.
Farm-to-table meals, fresh juice, and healing spa rituals nourish every part of you.

This Is Your Invitation

To let go of what no longer fits.
To remember your own rhythm.
To choose what serves.
To return to your body, your breath, your knowing.
To create space for your next becoming.

"I recently had the privilege of attending a Soulswell retreat , and it was truly transformational. As a burned-out military spouse and mom of two young boys, this retreat was the reset I didn’t know I so deeply needed.

Meghan brings a powerful combination of wisdom, warmth, and approachability. Her guided yoga sessions—spanning a variety of styles—were masterful, and her teachings around mindfulness and navigating life’s stressors offered tools I’ll carry with me long after.

The Retreat in Costa Rica was pure heaven. The staff treated us with such care, the meals were nourishing and beautiful, and the atmosphere encouraged real connection and self-reflection.

This experience was deeply spiritual for me—an invitation to slow down, go inward, and reconnect with what matters. I feel incredibly grateful and will absolutely make space to retreat with Meghan again. If you’re considering it, take the leap. You won’t regret it."
—Participant, 5-star review

"I recently attended the Soulswell Women's Retreat, and it was one of the most relaxing and restorative experiences I’ve ever had. From the moment I arrived, I felt a deep sense of peace—like stepping into a sanctuary made for renewal.

The yoga sessions were beautifully designed for all levels, and Meghan created a nurturing space where I could truly connect with my body and breath. Each class left me grounded, energized, and fully present.

The spa treatments were equally incredible—every detail designed to melt away stress and support deep relaxation.

Meghan also led insightful breathwork and meditations that helped me reflect, release old patterns, and return home with more clarity and connection to myself.

This retreat was a perfect blend of rest, growth, and soul care. I left feeling lighter, more centered, and deeply grateful."
—Participant, 5-star review

"It was a privilege to join the Soulswell yoga and wellness retreat in Costa Rica. It felt like it was meant to be. From start to finish, the experience was nothing short of amazing—a journey filled with new places, new faces, and meaningful experiences.

The entire retreat was beautifully crafted , and the teachers poured their hearts into every detail, adding thoughtful touches that made it feel incredibly personal.

The resort itself was spectacular—truly a home away from home. The staff were attentive, the food was delicious, and the activities were both diverse and enriching.

From grounding yoga sessions to invigorating hikes and soul-nourishing wellness workshops, every moment offered an opportunity to reconnect, recharge, and build genuine connection. The atmosphere was welcoming and supportive, the perfect space for new friendships to blossom.

My heart is already longing for the next retreat. Thank you, for creating such a transformative and magical experience."
—Participant, 5-star review

Deposits are non refundable. Understand though you are still  able to protect your deposit in the same manner as you would when you purchase full trip travel insurance through your preferred provider. For the $1,000 non-refundable deposit it will be approximately $40-$50 USD. You are able to initiate payments and also pay in full at check out. FInal payment is due on or before November 15,  2025. 

Vida Mía Healing Center & Spa

Vida Mia has much to offer with its stunning views from every angle of its 800 square meter structure atop a quartz mountain. The expensive views overlook the deep valley and mountain region and extend to the Pacific Ocean, Nicoya Gulf, and Peninsula. Vida Mia was carefully designed with ancient Feng Shui principles balancing energies throughout the construction of the building to optimize, health, wealth, charisma, love, sex, and luck.  The spa menu at The Retreat Costa Rica is a curated journey through healing traditions and transformative wellness experiences. From deeply restorative massages and detoxifying body wraps to authentic Ayurvedic treatments, each service is designed to rejuvenate mind, body, and soul. They also offer personalized facial therapies, energy healing, and traditional Costa Rican herbal rituals, all set against the serene backdrop of Costa Rica’s lush mountains. Discover the full range of experiences waiting for you. 

What should I know about traveling to Costa Rica?

• You will need your passport.
• There are no Covid restrictions.
• You will fly into Aeropuerto International Santamaria (SJO) double check this.
• A private vehicle will drive you from the airport to The Retreat. 
• The weather tends to  be sunny with temps around 87 degrees Farenheight. 
• Travel insurance is highly recommended to protect your investment. ( see contract)

What should I pack?You will be receiving a packing list in the coming days before the retreat, however, here are some general items you will need. 

• Comfortable shoes for hiking
• Athleisure for daily wear and yoga classes
• Poolside attire and bathing suit 
• Smart casual attire for dinner
• A Red outfit or splash of Red for the first night 
• An all white outfit for closing night festivities

You’ve been showing up.
For everyone. For everything.
Holding space. Meeting deadlines. Keeping life moving.

You’re doing just fine —
but somewhere along the way, something got quiet inside you.

Maybe your breath feels shallow.
Maybe your body feels far away.
Maybe you’ve just been going for so long, you forgot what it feels like to simply be.

IGNITE is your space to return.

To rest. To move.
To reconnect with your breath, your body, and the parts of you that have been waiting patiently underneath the noise.

This February in Costa Rica, join a circle of women gathering for yoga, stillness, nourishment, and soul-deep renewal.

You don’t need to push harder.
You don’t need to fix anything.
You just need space to come home.

Come IGNITE. 🔥

 Day 1 

Welcome to Costa Rica — and to the beginning of your next becoming. Upon arrival, your personal shuttle will take you on a scenic 45-minute journey to The Retreat, your sanctuary for rest and transformation. After a warm welcome, a refreshing drink, and time to settle into your room, you’ll have space to explore the property or simply exhale. As the sun begins to set, we’ll gather for our first circle — a gentle Meet & Greet where introductions unfold with ease and intention. You’ll receive an overview of what to expect, how to flow through the retreat at your own pace, and begin to feel the rhythm of what’s to come. Please plan to arrive at the hotel by 4:00 PM to fully land before our first gathering at 5:30 PM. The Retreat is 45-60 min from SJO airport.

Our first full day begins with the rhythm of Renew — the inward current that restores, nourishes, and replenishes. This is where we remember how to care for ourselves at the deepest level. Through guided movement, breathwork, self-awareness practices, and holistic wellness workshops, we’ll reawaken the body and recalibrate the nervous system. This day is about tending to your own well — giving yourself permission to receive, rest, and reset. You’ll learn evidence-based tools to refill your internal reservoir, cultivating the clarity and energy needed to move forward from a grounded place.

With a replenished foundation, we turn toward Connection — both inward and outward. Today’s rhythm centers on relationship: with yourself, with others, and with the natural world that holds us. We begin by deepening the conversation with your own heart, and from that honest place, we explore what it means to be seen, to witness, and to belong. Through movement, breath, nature immersion, and shared reflection, we practice relating from a space of grounded presence. This is where the soul-swelling beauty of authentic connection begins to bloom.

Today we step into the fire of Creation — the rhythm of aligned action, intentional living, and soul-led expression. We look at what matters most and explore how to shape our lives around those values. Through movement, meditation, journaling, and group inquiry, we tap into our innate creativity — not just as artists, but as designers of our own lives. You’ll gain clarity around what you're ready to build, become, or continue to embody, and begin planting the seeds of that vision in supportive community.

Our final morning begins with an optional sunrise practice — a sweet way to move, breathe, and integrate with your new friends. After breakfast, we’ll gather one last time to honor all that has been stirred, seen, and transformed. As you prepare to depart, you’ll carry with you not just memories, but momentum — a flame lit from within. Check-out is at 11:00 AM. For those extending their stay, the journey continues in stillness and self-care.