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COSTA RICA SPRING BREAK YOGA ADVENTURE

Take a Spring BREAK to a Costa Rica adventure in paradise! An opportunity to learn, explore, expand your potential in the healing environment of tropical rain forests and sun drenched beaches. Deepen your yoga practice, nurture and warm your self, vitalize your body, relax your mind and enjoy the magical blend of nature, wildlife, movement and breath with your family and friends. Surrounded by the natural beauty and warmth of Costa Rica and its friendly locals, during the FULL MOON, this is an adventure to behold.

March 28- April 5, 2010

Your retreat package includes:

*Daily yoga practice

*zip line excursion- gliding through the canopy of centenary trees

* hanging bridges on top of the jungle

*an exquisite guided visit to Manuel Antonio National Park and beaches

* a surf lesson (optional)

* ride horseback at sunset along the beach

* peaceful boat ride through giant mangroves as friendly monkeys greet us

*Explore the Arenal Volcano, one of the most spectacular volcanoes in the world

*Easy hike and refreshing swim in La Fortuna amazing waterfall

* Hot Springs inside the jungle

* A full moon yoga class

* Sunset pranayama and meditations

*Transportation between San Jose and beach/volcano locations

* 3 night lodging at Los Lagos (Arenal volcano hotel) 4 night lodging at Villas Tranquilas in Manuel Antonio, 1 night lodging at Las Orquideas outside of San Jose

* all breakfasts

*airport pick-up and departure transfers

* local nanny service during your activities

Other options (not included in price):

Soul release sessions with Janine Fafard, Pampering spa services, practical Spanish lessons, optional excursions, meals and drinks.

DAY 1: Sunday March 28: Airport Pick-ups and beautiful, scenery drive to Arenal Volcano. Stop on the way for a typical yummy lunch. Upon arrival to Los Lagos Hotel and after settling in , enjoy swimming in the natural hot thermal pool, have a relaxing drink inside the wet bar or get a pampering massage from the hotel's spa. Evening restorative and relaxing yoga class.

DAY 2: Monday March 29: After a nurturing yoga class and a delicious breakfast we'll hike to La Fortuna Waterfall (the FORTUNE waterfall) , through some of the most gorgeous scenery in Costa Rica, and take a great refreshing swim in the waterfall pool. Lunch in La Fortuna. The evening awaits with privacy and relaxation in a sanctuary of nature and beauty, natural hot springs surrounded by jungle, while sipping a nice Margarita. After soaking, enjoy the wonderfully prepared food of Dona Mireya, using a traditional rustic kitchen for dinner.

Day 3: Tuesday March 30: glide through the canopy of centenary trees and walk ON TOP of the jungle on spectacular hanging bridges, exploring the depth and height of the Costa Rican rainforest. It's full moon tonight, so we'll enjoy a FULL MOON YOGA CLASS in front of an erupting volcano! Talk about ENERGY RENEWAL!!

Day 4: Wednesday March 31: Breakfast and a gentle hike along the base of the Arenal Volcano , a marvelous "Mountain of Fire", listen to the volcano rumbling before us, we'll have our morning yoga class over recent lava flows. Listen, watch, smell, and open up your senses. Feel the earth beneath you! After lunch we will drive to our beach location: Manuel Antonio. We'll settle at Villas Tranquilas and relax on hammocks experiencing sensual delights of this tropical paradise. Enjoy the summer temperatures and the beautiful surroundings. Meditation and Yoga Nidra in the evening.

Day 5: Thursday April 1: Enjoy a delicious breakfast, gallo pinto and the best tropical fresh fruits, a yoga class ON the beach in front of the Pacific Ocean and take an afternoon sunset horse ride. Read, relax and enjoy a full day at the beach! Evening meditation.

Day 6: Friday April 2: After a yummy breakfast we will have a guided tour through the spectacular Manuel Antonio National Park and beaches. Bring your binoculars and don't misplace your snack as friendly monkeys will be happy to take it :). Great swimming and snorkeling on the reefs. In the afternoon, a local professional surfer, will teach you how to ride some waves. Be like a dolphin and ride.

Day 7: Sunday April 3: Breakfast and then... experience first hand the pulse of the mangrove ecosystem. Our bilingual guide will help us spot egrets, caimans, crocodiles, white faced monkeys. Lunch at La Tortuga for some wonderful typical flavors. Afternoon for SPA, shopping and leisure time on your own.

Day 8: Sunday April 4: After breakfast, farewell to Villas Tranquilas and let's check out other Pacific beaches as we drive towards San Jose. If you surf, we can sneak in a surf at Playa Escondida, one of the best and most secluded surf spots in the Pacific. Enjoy soaking in natural pools of water created from pacific ocean tide. You will wish you could stay FOREVER :)

Upon arrival in San Jose we will settle in at Las Orquideas Hotel, a tropical oasis only 10 minutes from the Juan Santamaria Airport. Nestles on over 10 acres of lush natural tropical gardens teeming with exotic tropical fruits, birds and butterflies. Dip in the pool, relax in the outdoor jacuzzi, walk on the nature trails or simply enjoy your favorite book.

Day 9: Monday April 5: Airport transfers for return flights: BUEN VIAJE! Pura Vida amigos!

** ALSO AVAILABLE (not included in package), Spanish conversation classes, massage, facials and pampering treatments, EFT and soul release sessions.

Register early to hold your space.A deposit of $500 will hold your space. All balances due on February 15, 2010. Limited space available.

RATES: DOUBLE: $1600, SINGLE: $1900, Age 7-16: $500, Age 0-7: FREE Early bird rates: registration deadline January 10th, 2010. After January 10, 2010 ADD $100 to all ADULT PACKAGES

NOT INCLUDED IN PRICE: flight and departure taxes, lunch, dinners and drinks, pampering spa services, practical spanish conversation classes, optional excursions, EFT sessions

TRAVEL INFORMATION: If you would like to arrive earlier or stay a few extra days, please let me know and I will help arrange payment for your extensions. You can book your own flight to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport in San Jose (SJO) or contact Holly at Montana Travel for great airfares: 800-247-3538 or 548-3581 and mention this yoga retreat.

Cancellation Policy In the event of cancellation, your entire payment will be refunded less the $500 deposit if cancellation is made on or before Jan. 15, 2010. Any cancellation after Jan. 15, 2010 is non refundable.

YOUR PRESENTER: Sara Rossi . Sara has been studying , practicing and teaching yoga for over 12 years. Sara is registered with Yoga Alliance and the International Yoga Therapist Association. She is currently working on her 500 hour yoga training with Joseph LePage of International Yoga Therapy and she teaches at Breathing Room Yoga in Livingston. She first arrived to Costa Rica in 1983 and has lives over 19 years there. Her love of Costa Rica and her knowledge of the country has developed into this incredible retreat that allows for inner growth and spiritual renewal for all. She is fluent in English and Spanish.

For more information and to register please contact me at sarayoga3@yahoo.com

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