Yes! Absolutely. In fact, most of our guests come on their own. It's a wonderful gift to yourself to immerse yourself in a new experience and connect with the retreat group. You'll also have chances for solo down time to ensure you leave feeling rested and recharged.

I choose to host small, intimate retreats with about 8-11 retreaters. I like this because it allows me to spend time with each of you, be available to assist with whatever you need, and it helps facilitate the calm, grounded energy that I like to carry throughout the week. Don't get me wrong, we'll certainly be having lots of fun and there will be excited, dynamic energy too! A small group means that you don't get lost in the crowd, there is plenty of space for you to find quiet time when needed and there will always be a teacher available (myself or my guest teacher) to answer any questions that come up.

Not at all - everything is completely optional. This is your retreat and I invite you to fully sink in to what serves you, taking what you need and leaving the rest. If you'd like to skip a practice, activity, or anything at all, you are always welcome to, and I can help coordinate any different activities you may wish to do in that time (or perhaps you just want some extra chill time by the pool!). 

I hear you! I was really nervous to try surfing for the first time too. Now, having surfed in the area and having worked with the coaches that I've hired for this retreat, I can assure you that this is a wonderful opportunity to start learning! Our retreat is located at a private beach, which means you will have space in the water to learn and to make mistakes. It's a sandy bottom (no rocks!) and the November waves are often soft and very forgiving. The coaches will begin your lesson on land to cover the technique and safety protocols, then they will be with you in the water, guiding you every step of the way.

Wonderful! Instead of the lesson, I’d be delighted to arrange a complimentary board rental for you, allowing you to explore the waves at your leisure. 

Three meals per day are included with your retreat (pre-breakfast, breakfast, dinner). They are family style meals and are catered to your preferences. Upon registration, you'll have the opportunity to let me know if you have any dietary requirements or preferences. There is also an honour bar at the pool, stocked with both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, as well as snacks (guacamole, ceviche, tostones) available for purchase throughout the afternoon. 

There are different room options to choose from. The most luxurious is our Queen casita which is a private casita (little house!) with high quality linens, private bathroom (fully stocked with locally made, natural products), private balcony, and screened in so that you can feel the ocean breeze as you drift off.

We also have one poolside room available that has a double bed, high quality linens, private bathroom (fully stocked with locally made, natural products), patio with chair, and air conditioning. 

We suggest to fly into either Liberia, Costa Rica (LIR) or Managua, Nicaragua (MGA). Flying to Liberia will offer direct flight options from Toronto and many other major cities. The retreat centre is about equal travel time (2.5 hours) from both Managua and Liberia.

Airport transfers will be arranged from/to either Managua or Liberia airports. Prices vary depending on how many people are taking the same transfer. Per person price can be between $40 - $175 USD per trip, depending on which airport and how many people arrive at a similar time.