Costa Rica
For the first time since 2015, we are offering a 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training Retreat in Costa Rica.
Join us for a 200 hr training yoga retreat in Costa Rica on March 2nd – 15th, 2026. We will gather in a small 8 villa beach property only 5 minute walk from the beach. With two yoga classes daily in the covered second story Shala overlooking the pool every day – the morning class will be a little more vigorous and a salute to the Costa Rican sun, the evening practice will be slow and languid to prepare us for sleep.
Each day you'll be learning about the ancient practices with contemporary science-based benefits. You morning will be active. Your afternoons will have personal time and contemplative times which could be on the beach, by the pool, or in your air conditioned villa or patio.
You'll have the chance to enjoy local excursions but we suggest you take some days before and after as training will take most of your time.
Our experienced cook will ensure that you get a nourishing, omnivore meals. With recipes of delicious, local, and organic cuisine. Our many years of experience running retreats in Costa Rica will ensure that your experience is smooth and relaxing. We can’t wait to host you!
We love this area, we just keep coming back. This little boutique hotel is luxurious and chill at the same time.
Come and play, relax and spend time in community with likeminded yoga practitioners.
Where
When
March 2nd - 15th, 2026
Base Rate
Training Cost
$3500 + 5% GST = $3675.00 CDN
Includes robust manual and video library
Accommodation
OPTIONS:
A private room in a 2 BDRM villa/ person
$3000 CDN all inclusive (13 nights food and accommodation)
1 luxury 2 bdrm villa
Contact us
What's Included
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Accommodation (13 nights & 14 days)
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Breakfast, Lunch & dinner featuring local and organic ingredients
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Coffee, Fruit & Snack bar open all day
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Two Yoga Classes Daily & Training
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Pool onsite
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Local Leisure & Adventures at your own cost
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A/C in each room and highspeed internet
Extras - additional cost required
Surfing, turtle tours, horseback riding and golf. Ask us for the list!
Book your own flight to Liberia, Costa Rica. Ranges from $650-$1200 CDN
6:30am – 7:30am Coffee & Fruit
7:30am – 8:30am Active Hatha Yoga Class
8:30am – 9:45am Breakfast
10:30am – 12:00pm Yoga Teacher Training
12:00pm – 2:00pm Lunch & Beach time
1:30pm – 5:30pm Yoga Teacher Training
5:30pm – 7:30pm Dinner & Sunset
8:00pm – 9:00pm Nidra/Yin/Restorative Chill Yoga Class
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Arrive on Sunday for an early morning start on Monday morning and orientation.
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13 days intensive ~ Training all day including Sunrise and Sunset Practices + a long afternoon lunch/ beach time.
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Friday night market excursion.
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We will go to a local restaurant to watch the sunset together.
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3 delicious omnivore meals locally sourced + delicious snacks
Daily Schedule
Meet your Instructors
Your guides on Retreat ~ Niki & Lucy
We know what you need to have everything just right: a great location, delicious meals, beautiful staff and classes that create rejuvenation. We have led over 40 trainings and retreats together since 2015.
Come on retreat with professionals who take care of every detail.
Our studentship is stellar and we all rest and rise together.
Contact our assistant, Aarti for any questions at wholebodyassistant@gmail.com
Pricing + Payment
Secure your spot – $500 CDN non-refundable deposit to hold your space
NOTE: Our regular villas are sold out ~ we only have 1 luxury villas left.
See prices above.
We are happy to arrange a payment plan for you - please contact us.
Payment Options
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E-transfer to wholebodyparadigm@gmail.com
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Pay pal will be a 5% fee
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Cheque or cash contact us at wholebodyparadigm@gmail.com
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FAQs
Credentialling We can offer YACEP credits for our workshops with Yoga’s only International credentialing organization, The Yoga Alliance.
Cancellation $100 registration deposits are non-refundable. Up to two weeks prior to the retreat, any payments (except the $100 non-refundable deposit) will be fully refunded. If you withdraw within two weeks prior to the retreat start date, we will refund all but $500 (which includes admin fee). If you leave part way through the retreat, you will need to pay 50% of the fee. If you leave after the halfway mark, no refunds will be issued. *Exceptions may be made, at the discretion of the instructors.
Prerequisites No need for any pre-requisites except your curiosity for the subscription and retreat. For Courses, no, but taking the 200 hour first will make things easier as it is foundational to other training.
Teachers The teachers are colleagues I have hand-picked for their unique qualities in teaching. All teachers have a minimum of 15 years of teaching.
Excursions HORSEBACK RIDING A beautiful ride along the beaches of the area with our famous local Sabanero, Andres Gutti. Price: $70 per person *5 min drive from SoulShine PADDLE BOARD TOUR You will explore the Mangrove Tunnels at the Nandamojo river. Your guide will point out the wildlife: water birds, monkeys, crocodiles and many other species of animals. 2 hrs. Price: $60 per person *10 min drive from SoulShine DIAMANTE ECO ADVENTURE PARK Diamante Eco Adventure Park is conveniently located and is the only oceanfront adventure park offering unique experiences in Costa Rica. Diamante is known for its exciting Zip Line course featuring the longest dual action zip line in the country and is home to a renowned Animal Sanctuary and one of the most beautiful Wildlife Education Centers in Costa Rica. Price: $42-$118 per person (depends on the pass you choose) Transportation:$250 both ways for the ride *1.5 hrs drive from SoulShine ATV BEACH TOUR 3 hour tour exploring 3 hidden & secret beaches in the beautiful area of Playa Conchal. Driving on back roads, with a professional English speaking Guides. Prices are per ATV: $65 for an ATV for a single driver $75 for an ATV for two. Transportation cost: $50 each way *30 min drive from SoulShine SUNSET CATAMARAN TOUR Includes free bar, late lunch, snacks and snorkeling equipment. leaves at 1:30 pm for a minimum of 4 hours sail. Price: $100 Transportation cost: $40 each way *25 min drive from SoulShine SURF LESSONS When in Avellanas learn from the best! BeSalty is a professional and funky surf school based in Avellanas. Ugo, the owner and lead instructor is just one of the best people around and we trust him with our kids, so as you can understand, he's highly recommended :) Price: $80 for a private lesson, $60 per person for 2-3 people HACIENDA GUACHIPELIN ADVENTURE DAY In beautiful Rincón de la Vieja, Hacienda Guachipelin is a magical place with many exciting adventures. A half day adventure pass includes: Tubing, Lunch and Hot Springs Price: $150 per person transportation included. Full day Adventure pass: ZIp line, Tubing, Horseback Riding, Hot Springs, and Lunch for $170 per person transportation included. *1:45 hrs drive from SoulShine WATERFALL AND RIVER EXPERIENCE A day tour to the beautiful waterfall Lonas de Cortez Pozas los Coyotes,and La Leona near Liberia, where you can tube and swim in the rivers. Price: $140 per person for the day, transportation and lunch included. *1:45 hrs drive from SoulShine REINA'S CHOCOLATE TOUR Taste more than 15 chocolates + 3 chocolate beverages, walk in the botanical garden, tour the production facilities, class/conversations about chocolate and it’s history. Price: $50 per person (Cash only) Transportation cost: $40 each way *25 min drive from SoulShine
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