The Balanced Equestrian - where body awareness meets fine dressage

logo

Overview

The Balanced Equestrian - where body awareness meets fine dressage
Finca Soley, Tucurrique, Costa Rica
Oct 4 - 10, 2026
Finca Soley image
Finca Soley
$3,200
Deposit: $1,400

Is This Retreat for Me?

Is This Retreat for Me? image

Set in the lush nature of Costa Rica, this exclusive immersion combines personalized one-on-one riding lessons with focused movement and mindset sessions. With close individual guidance from Isa and Lari, you’ll work toward your personal goals—in the saddle, in your body, and within yourself.

Your immersion includes

THE 3 PILLARS: RIDING, MINDSET & MOVEMENT

1. Riding: French Classical Dressage with Isa

Built around one simple question: how can we help the horse move with greater balance, ease, and lightness? Together, you'll deepen your understanding of your horse's natural biomechanics and develop soft, refined communication, where harmony replaces force, and balance becomes the foundation of every movement.

2. Mindset: Body & Mind Awareness with Isa & Lari 

A focused practice for unlocking your next level. You'll learn to feel the difference between a true limit and an old habit, and build the quiet confidence to move past it.

3. Movement: Mobility & Movement with Lari

Open hips, open seat. We work with intention on mobility and stretching, so your body can fully deliver what your riding is calling for.

Check inSunday, Oct 4, 20262pm
Check outSaturday, Oct 10, 202610pm
Room typeSingle Private Room

Thoughtfully Designed Guest Rooms

Each room at Finca Soley has been individually designed with love, care, and attention to detail, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere throughout the property.

Comfort has been a priority, with quality mattresses, hot water, thoughtfully selected furnishings, and charming individual details. Most rooms feature a private en-suite bathroom, while two rooms share a bathroom.

Guests enjoy exceptional sleeping quality, enhanced by the natural sounds of the surrounding jungle, creating a deeply restful and peaceful night’s sleep.

Every space has its own character, offering guests a comfortable and serene place to relax and feel at home.

Image 0
meal icon

Meal

Fresh, Thoughtful Cuisine

Meals at Finca Soley are freshly prepared by our private chef, using locally sourced, fresh ingredients whenever possible. The cuisine is wholesome, flavorful, and thoughtfully created to complement the relaxed retreat experience.

Menus can be adapted to individual dietary needs and preferences, allowing guests to enjoy delicious, nourishing meals throughout their stay.

Image 0
Image 1

🏡 The Setting — Finca Soley, Costa Rica

This experience unfolds at Finca Soley, a carefully curated natural environment designed for regulation:

  • 7 days / 6 nights on a private Costa Rican property

  • Beautiful, calming accommodations

  • Nourishing, grounding food

  • Small, intimate group

  • Everything organized for you

Luxury here is not excess.
Luxury is being held so deeply that your system can let go.

Image 0

Before You Arrive

Your journey begins before you step on the plane.

You will receive a group digital deep personal assessment that explores:

  • Your main patterns when it comes to expanding your knowledge in riding

From this, you receive personalized preparation practices, tailored so your body begins to transition before you arrive.

Sunday, October 4, 2026

Day 1

Day 1 image

This is an example schedule. All riding lessons and workshops will be individually tailored to each rider’s experience, personal goals, and specific needs.

before 2pm: Pick up at San José hotel or airport

4.30 pm Arrival circle at Finca Soley

6.00 Dinner

Free time · early rest

Monday, October 5, 2026

Day 2

Day 2 image

7:00 AM: mobility and intention-setting to open the day.

8:00 AM: Breakfast.

9:00 AM: 1:1 Private Riding Lesson: Corners. How to ride precise corner and why!

9:00 AM: 1:1 Mobility & Body Awareness Targeted work on body signals and beliefs.

(Two Riders rotate between the two 9:00 AM sessions.)

12:30 PM: Lunch

2:00 PM: Free Time Rest by the pool, journal, or simply take in the surroundings.

3:30 PM: In-Hand Work Workshop Classical dressage principles, anatomy, and preparation for further movements. (Isa)

5:00 PM: Integration Clear action steps to carry forward from the day.

6:00 PM: Dinner

Tuesday, October 6, 2026

Day 3

Day 3 image

6:30 AM: Letting the body talk A quiet start, where we decode the body language

8:00 AM: Breakfast

9:00 AM: 1:1 Riding Lesson: the aids. work on seat, timing, and the subtlety of your aids.

9:00 AM: 1:1 body language workshop

12:00 PM: Lunch

2:00 PM: Free Time Pool, journaling, or simply resting.

3:30 PM: Farm Tour: learn about all the plants growing at Finca Soley

5:00 PM: Integration Clear action steps to carry forward from the day.

6:00 PM: Dinner

Wednesday, October 7, 2026

Day 4

Day 4 image

6:30 AM: Mobility

8:00 AM: Breakfast

9:00 AM: 1:1 Riding Lesson: Lateral Movements Shoulder-in, leg-yield, and haunches-in, building suppleness and a finer conversation with your horse.

12:00 PM: Lunch

12:30 PM: Excursion: Hot Springs & Local Coffee Farm An afternoon away from the arena to rest, connect, and enjoy Costa Rica.

6:00 PM: Dinner

Thursday, October 8, 2026

Day 5

Day 5 image

6:30 AM — Mobility & Intention
Begin the day with gentle mobility work and set a clear intention for the experiences ahead.

8:00 AM — Breakfast

9:00 AM — 1:1 Riding Lesson: Transitions
How to ride clear transitions and change the canter lead with ease.

9:00 AM — 1:1 Session: Your Individual Focus
Dedicated personal guidance focusing on the topic that will benefit you most.

12:00 PM — Lunch

3:00 PM — Trail Ride
Enjoy a relaxed ride through the beautiful natural surroundings of Costa Rica.

5:00 PM: Small Group Showcase An optional, low-pressure moment to share what you've unlocked this week.

6:00 PM — Dinner

Friday, October 9, 2026

Day 6

Day 6 image

6:30 AM — Mobility & Intention
Begin the day with gentle mobility work and set a clear intention for the day ahead.

8:00 AM — Breakfast

9:00 AM — 1:1 Riding Lesson: Bringing It All Together
Bring seat, aids, balance, and lightness together—and recognize how far you have come throughout the week.

12:00 PM — Lunch

2:00 PM — Turrialba Farmers Market
Stroll through the lively farmers market in the rural town of Turrialba, discovering colorful tropical fruits, fresh local produce, and the authentic flavors of Costa Rica.

4:00 PM — Coffee & Integration Workshop
Over a cup of Costa Rican coffee, we’ll reflect on the week, celebrate your progress, and create clear intentions for carrying what you’ve learned into your everyday life.

6:00 PM — Dinner & Cocktail Night
Celebrate our final evening together with dinner at a local restaurant and a festive cocktail night.

Saturday, October 10, 2026

Day 7

Day 7 image

6:30 AM — Mobility & Intention
Begin the day with gentle mobility work and set a clear intention for the day ahead.

8:00 AM — Breakfast

Departure

Image 0

Lari, Founder of the AYA SOMA Method

Lari uses movement and body awareness to help riders listen more deeply to their bodies, move beyond old patterns, and step into the confident, empowered version of themselves already waiting to emerge.

Image 0

Isa Avendaño

Isa is a passionate horsewoman specializing in French Classical Dressage. Her approach places the horse’s health and well-being at the heart of every lesson, helping horse and rider develop together as confident partners and a harmonious team.

What's Included

Your Carefree, All-Inclusive Experience
What's Included image

What's included

Accommodation & Meals

Stay in a comfortable private room with your own private bathroom and enjoy freshly prepared meals throughout the retreat. Our private on-site chef can tailor meals to your individual dietary needs and preferences. Please note that Friday evening’s dinner at the restaurant is not included in the retreat price.

Airport Transfers

The ideal arrival time at San José International Airport is between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM, allowing you to join our scheduled airport transfer to Finca Soley. If no suitable flight is available, you can book an additional night near the airport, and we will pick you up the following day. For arrivals outside the scheduled transfer time, we can arrange a private driver to bring you directly to the farm. You may also book an additional night at Finca Soley, subject to availability.

6 Mobility Group sessions

Start each morning by warming up your body through targeted mobility exercises, stretching, and gentle fitness work. These sessions will help you feel more open, balanced, and prepared for your time in the saddle.

5 Private Riding Lessons

Enjoy personalized one-on-one riding lessons, tailored to your experience, goals, and individual needs. Our carefully trained schoolmasters include Quarter Horses, Andalusians, and Aztecas, with suitable horses for beginners through advanced riders. Our horses are trained in lateral movements and simple lead changes, while selected schoolmasters can also perform advanced movements such as piaffe. These movements are reserved for riders with the required experience—but whatever your level, we will carefully match you with the right horse.

Private Movement & Mindset Sessions

Receive personalized one-on-one guidance to explore how your body, thoughts, and habits influence your riding. These sessions will help you develop greater body awareness, confidence, and clarity, with practical tools tailored to your individual goals and needs.

Trail Ride

Enjoy a short but unforgettable ride through the beautiful countryside surrounding Finca Soley, taking in the lush landscape and breathtaking views. Experienced riders may finish with an exhilarating canter or gallop back to the farm, while the pace will always be adapted to each rider’s confidence and ability.

Local Tours & Experiences

Relax in the luxurious hot springs of Orosi, stroll through a colorful local farmers market, and discover the natural abundance of Finca Soley during a guided farm tour. Along the way, you’ll learn about the edible and medicinal plants grown on the farm and their traditional uses.

Exceptional Personal Attention

This immersion is limited to just four riders, with guidance from two dedicated instructors throughout the week. This exceptionally small group creates a unique opportunity for truly personalized attention, allowing us to focus deeply on your individual goals, needs, and development.

Pre- & Post-Retreat Group Calls

Connect with the group and your instructors during a pre-retreat video call, where we’ll prepare for the week and discuss your individual goals. After the retreat, we’ll meet again for a follow-up group call to support your integration, answer questions, and help you continue putting what you’ve learned into practice.

Four-Hour Online Course

You’ll receive full access to the four-hour online course "Classical In-Hand Work for a Healthy and Strong Horses" as part of your retreat. Use it to prepare before your arrival or revisit the exercises afterward, so you can confidently continue practicing and applying what you’ve learned with your own horse at home.

What's not included

Flights

Personal Costs

Tips

Dinner on Friday

Pricing

Pricing image
Loading Map…

1. Finca Soley, Tucurrique, Costa Rica

Finca Soley, Tucurrique, Costa Rica

About your organizer

FS
Finca Soley

Equestrian and Retreat Center in Costa Rica.

Reviews

Photo gallery

Image 0
Image 1
Image 2
Image 3
Image 4
Image 5
Image 6
Image 7
Image 8
Image 9
Image 10
Image 11
Image 12
Image 13
Image 14
Image 15
Image 16
Image 17
Image 18
Image 19
Image 20
Image 21
Image 22
Image 23
© 2026 Finca Soley