From the moment we arrived until we left, everything was perfect, exceeding my expectations. The morning yoga was accompanied by the sounds of an awakening rain forest. Evening yoga sessions were, like the morning, perfectly and expertly guided by Paul and Sommer. The location of the retreat added to the serenity and definitely augmented the whole experience. So much to do beyond the yoga: rain forest tour, snorkeling, zip lining, horse back riding, surfing, massages, exploring, swimming, sunrises. and the food!!! Freshly prepared meals 3 times a day in a dedicated gluten-free kitchen. I could go on but words cannot express my joy. Thank you Thousand Petals Yoga. I will be joining another retreat soon!

A yoga retreat with Thousand Petals Yoga is a great experience for any yoga practitioner. The Osa Peninsular retreat had yoga sessions for every level of practice, was a great location 100 meters from the beach with wonderful food and accommodations, excursions if one was interested in and super folks that formed a community instantly. .

This retreat with Paul and Sommer was a dream. I loved the opportunity to refine and deepen my physical yoga practice, while also being immersed in the jungle. Highlights besides the yoga, were sunrise walks in the beach (which was pristine, long, and empty), the ever present wildlife (waking to the sounds of howler monkeys, two different striking toucans, red macaws to name just a few), our hosts at the retreat center Stuart and Jen, and the community who attended, we became like a family. I look forward to more experiences with Paul and Sommer, as well as in Osa peninsula.

I have studied with Sommer and Paul for many years but had never been on retreat with them. They take my breath away with their knowledge and commitment to the practice of yoga — and they are also wonderfully loving, sweet people. The community they attract is equally wonderful, and it was a pleasure to practice alongside everyone. They also have an exquisite eye for retreat locations. The Osa Peninsula is a miracle of nature. This past week deepened my love of yoga and my understanding of what a yoga practice truly is. I am grateful to have shared this experience.

Great trip — well paced overall, great yoga practices, fab food and setting: I couldn’t have had a better trip!