Serene Joy: Relaxing Yoga Retreat in Costa Rica with Rubén Vásquez

Serene Joy: Relaxing Yoga Retreat with Rubén Vásquez

June 6 to June 13, 2015

Embark on a powerful journey to discover your internal source of deep peace, balance and joy.

“The recent trip to Costa Rica was one of THE best I have ever been on…..and I have traveled a lot.” – A. previous retreat participant

In this retreat you will be guided by Rubén Vásquez, M.Ed., AYT, ERYT500 to dive deep within embarking on an internal exploration of movement, breathing, relaxation and meditation that will help you release stress, energize your body and nurture your soul. Our body needs profound rest in order to heal, restore, repair and strengthen. Relaxation is essential to this process. Rubén crafts each retreat carefully to ensure that you have time and that you never feel rushed. You will have plenty of time to rest, enjoy wonderful treatments, sleep and meet interesting people on the same path. My goal is for you to feel rejuvenated, refreshed, and full of vitality as a direct result of this retreat.

Benefits

• Take time for yourself.
• Remove distractions.
• De-stress.
• Unclutter your mind.
• Relax.
• Smile.
• Deepen your yoga practice.
• Feel integrated and whole.
• Plenty of time to relax, rest, nap, read…

What is included?

• 7 night / 8 day stay at Pura Vida Retreat Center, Alajuela, Costa Rica
• Airport transfer from San Jose International Airport (SJO) to retreat center
• 3 Tasty meals each day (dinner on arrival day and breakfast on departure day)
• Health-minded buffet style meals with vegetarian, fish and chicken options
• Dietary needs and allergies can be accommodated (gluten free, wheat free, dairy free, etc)
• Filtered and alkaline water, coffee, tea, milk, and fresh seasonal local fruit available throughout the day
• AM yoga practice with Rubén to invigorate and energize
• PM yoga practice with Rubén to relax and integrate (*Evening session includes yoga nidra)
• 1 tour with the group
• Time for Exploration, Relaxation, Reflection, and Creativity
• Outdoor swimming pool and hot tub
• Guided walks through surrounding coffee plantation, resort Green House and Orchid House
• 2 hour workshop on growing and using medicinal herbs
• All Taxes
• Transportation to San Jose International Airport (SJO)

Cost

$1375 per person double occupancy / $1775 per person in single room

“Rubén is a master teacher in my opinion. Love your style. Years of yoga experience & it feels like it!” – H.A, yoga teacher

Sample Schedule

• 7:00am – 9:00am Complete Yoga practice
• 9:00 – 10:00am Breakfast
• 10:00-1:00 Open for relaxation, reflection or optional Activities
• 1:00 – 2:00pm Lunch
• 2:00 – 5:00pm Open for relaxation, reflection or optional activities
• 5:00 – 7:00pm Restorative Practice including Yoga Nidra practice
• 7:00 – 9:00pm Dinner

I know that a retreat is a commitment you make to create time to honor yourself and to deepen your practice. I am committed to offer you the best quality yoga retreat at a fair, competitive and very affordable price. Therefore, the number of participants is limited so that everybody can feel comfortable and integrated into the group and so that I can be there for you through the journey. You can find more information and sign up at: www.yoga-here-now.com/retreats.html

“Ruben was beyond wonderful. Through Ruben’s guidance each of us returned home with a renewed commitment to continue or enhance our practices and with more peaceful and happier hearts.” – J.