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BIGGER LIFE ADVENTURES YOGA RETREAT WITH CARRIE & ZACK HOFFMAN


Join us in the jungle and on the beaches of Costa Rica for a life-changing experience of yoga, adventure, and self care!

Imagine waking up in the jungle to the sounds of tropical birds and monkeys, and gentle rays of sunlight filtering through the trees. Sound like a dream? We think so! This will be a week of living up close and personal with nature, disconnecting from work and technology, and allowing the verdant life and flowing waters of Costa Rica to nurture your mind, body, and spirit.

Join us at the amazing eco-retreat The Sanctuary at Two Rivers near Montezuma, Costa Rica for this magical week in the jungle! The Sanctuary at Two Rivers at the southern tip of a Blue Zone – The Nicoya Peninsula, is a rare Paradise on Earth. Once you settle into the relaxed lifestyle and enjoy the amazing food here you’ll see why locals live so long! The Sanctuary encompasses 40 acres of lush Jurassic forest, exotic fruit orchards, & manicured tropical gardens, all flanked by epic waterfalls. The Sanctuary exclusively hosts yoga teacher trainings and yoga retreats, and the environment is perfect for diving deep into your practice!

Past guests have experienced deep healing on this retreat thanks to the Sanctuary’s magical natural vibes, our deep dive into yoga, ceremony, and personal growth, plus the communal group energy and support. Come ready to be open, let go of what’s no longer serving you, and fill yourself up with rich prana!

Check out these videos and photos for a closer look at the majestic Sanctuary!

Your registration includes:
Daily or twice daily yoga and meditation of various styles (Hatha, Yin, Vinyasa) guided by Carrie and Zach. A chance to deepen your practice and grow! Classes will be themed around philosophical concepts in yoga and catered to the group’s needs and interests. All levels are welcome!

Special yoga, breathwork, Ayurveda, and meditation workshops.

Shared accommodation in one of the Sanctuary’s fabulous sustainably-built casas. Each casa sleeps 2 guests in separate beds with mosquito nets, fans, spacious bathrooms, and hammocks on the patio. If you’re coming by yourself you will be assigned a same-gender roommate.

All delicious, local, vegetarian or vegan meals and desserts catered by Gaia Gourmet Cuisine

Use of pool, waterfalls, Skylab and trails at The Sanctuary.

Guided hikes to spectacular waterfalls and beaches with expert knowledge on local ecology

Cacao ceremony, sound healing gong bath, waterfall wellness ritual, and ecstatic dance ceremony

A chance to be disconnected from technology and your day-to-day tasks. Although Wifi is available at the sanctuary, we encourage you to be immersed in the moment!

Not included:

Transportation to and from Costa Rica and The Sanctuary. We are happy to help you plan and arrange your travel! Shuttle transport from San Jose to Montezuma is $52 per person. Flights from San Jose to Tambor airport are $90-120, then a taxi to the Sanctuary is $40.

Travel insurance which is recommended to protect your investment

Optional extras such as:

Surf lessons

Equine therapy/horse healing experience

Snorkeling, boat trip, and Tortuga Island picnic

Ziplining adventure course

These extra excursions can be arranged during free time for those who are interested!

Yogic Photographic Session with Mason Neufeld




Tentative daily schedule:

Sunday March 12



Early arrivals and settling in

2pm Plant-based lunch

Afternoon arrivals and settling in

5:30pm Welcome ceremony, yoga and meditation

7pm Plant-based dinner

Monday March 13



7am Coffee & tea available

7:30am Morning yoga and meditation

9am Plant-based breakfast

10am-1pm Silent hike through the jungle to waterfalls and swimming holes

2pm Lunch

Free time to relax or explore

5:30pm Evening yin yoga and meditation

7pm Dinner

Tuesday March 14



5:30am Skylab sunrise meditation and yoga practice

7-11am Silent morning

7am Coffee & tea available

9am Breakfast

Optional surf lessons

2pm Lunch

Hike to local beach and beach clean up

5:30pm Evening yin yoga and meditation

7pm Dinner

Wednesday March 15



7am Coffee & tea available

7:30am Morning yoga and meditation

9am Breakfast

Optional ziplining excursion

2pm Lunch

Free time to relax or additional excursion

5:30pm Sound healing meditation

7pm Dinner

Thursday March 16



7am Coffee & tea available

7:30am Morning yoga and meditation

9am Breakfast

Optional boat ride and snorkeling excursion

2pm Lunch

Free time to relax or explore

5:30pm Cacao ceremony

7pm Dinner

Friday March 17



7am Coffee & tea available

7:30am Morning yoga and meditation

9am Breakfast

2pm Lunch

Free time to relax or explore

5:30pm Jungle ecstatic dance

7pm Dinner

Saturday March 18



7am Coffee & tea available

7:30am Final yoga practice & closing circle

9am Breakfast

Departures

Cancellation policy:

Since all retreat deposits and payments are used to secure venues, activities, and supplies, and since canceled spots require extra time and energy to re-fill, ALL PAYMENTS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.  In true emergency situations, your payment *may* be able to be transferred to a future retreat or event, based on the decision of our team. We recommend travel insurance to protect your investment in the event you cannot make it.