December 6-13th, 2025

Somatic Waves: A Yoga, Surf, and Self-Inquiry Retreat

Recharge and rejuvenate at the world-renowned and stunning BodhiTree Yoga Resort in Nosara, Costa Rica. We'll spend a week immersed in yoga, surrounded by the jungle, and within walking distance of this picturesque Nosara surfing beach.

This retreat invites you to experience the Playa Guiones coastline with breathtaking sunsets, the soothing rhythm of ocean waves, and pristine sandy shores.

Between classes, you’ll have lots of freedom to spend your vacation however you like.

Reconnect with your body and rediscover your authentic self through a blend of somatic-informed movement, breath work, and self-inquiry practices designed to nurture and rejuvenate. Each session is thoughtfully crafted to facilitate a profound recalibration of your nervous system.

Join us for a transformative retreat that harmonizes body and mind amidst the beauty of Costa Rica!

Your Retreat Host

Elaine has over 10,000 hours of experience in directing teacher trainings, trauma-informed yoga classes, workshops, retreats, and private/public yoga classes. She holds an honours degree in Health Sciences, is registered with the Yoga Alliance as an E-RYT-500 advanced yoga educator, and is a certified Trauma Sensitive Yoga provider.

Elaine has been teaching yoga since 2012, and can be found at some of Toronto’s top studios including, Sweat & Tonic, BeHot Yoga & Iam Yoga. She has led retreats in Italy, Peru, Mexico and Costa Rica and she is the host of The Mindful Matters podcast.

She provides a strong class for her students to reduce stress and limit negative emotional thought patterns. Yoga classes with Elaine are strong, fluid, and creatively sequenced. Students can expect to have fun, be challenged, and find peace.

The Location

Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort is a world renowned luxury retreat centre located on the Playa Guiones coast of Nosara, Costa Rica. This beach town celebrates the lush jungle life with unforgettable beaches, sunsets, cafes, restaurants and night life.

As a special place created for the wellness-inspired traveller, Bodhi Tree’s amenities are designed with your health in mind. Offering open-air yoga shalas, meditation rooms, spin and fitness facilities, fresh organic cuisine, luxurious pool, a smoothie and coffee bar on the property, and spa services.

Getting There
The Daniel Oduber International Airport, also known as the Liberia International Airport, welcomes international flights and is the closest airport to Nosara. Juan Santamaría International Airport in San Jose also offers many international flight options. Both airports provide Domestic flights to Nosara. Additional transportation information and flight suggestions will be sent after registration.

Your Experience

Experience 7 nights all inclusive at Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort and 3 buffet style meals per day (with organic, non vegan, gluten free and vegan options).

Daily Programming
Daily practices and facilitated self-inquiry through vinyasa yoga, dynamic breath work, somatic therapeutics, tension release, contemplative pause and resources for nervous system regulation led by Elaine & guest teachers. Daily programming is intended to meet you in the moment and move through the week to help recalibrate your nervous system.

Rejuvenation
Being on retreat is all about honouring your individuality and personal needs. Whether you want to take a peaceful nap under the swaying palms, swim in the ocean, write in your journal amidst breathtaking scenery, or unleash your creativity, you'll be given plenty of space to enjoy your time as you like.

Meaningful Connections
Enjoy connecting in a community through creative exercises, dance lessons, meaningful discussion and storytelling.

Nourishment
Savour delicious, nutritious meals that nourish your body. Delight in mouthwatering, locally sourced ingredients that excite your taste buds and leave you energized.

Adventure Activities
Explore waterfall and jungle hikes, spa treatments, daily surfing, horseback riding on the beach, zip lining, kayaking, snorkelling, ATV rentals and much more.

Your Package

• Welcome dinner

• 3 nourishing meals daily with fresh, local ingredients

• Seven nights luxurious accommodations

• Daily movement, breath work and somatic practices

• Group gatherings + self-inquiry workshops

• Closing dinner

Extras:

• International flights

• Airport transfer (we can advise)

• Specialty coffees, smoothies, smoothie bowls, alcoholic drinks are available for purchase.

• Spa treatments

• Surf lessons

• Adventure activities (Horseback riding, zip lining, kayaking, etc)

Your Accommodations

Tree Top Queen - All inclusive double occupancy
$2295 USD per person (the queen bed is shared with your guest) or $2995 USD single occupancy.

This unit features a queen bed with a stunning view of the jungle, a wet bar filled with local delights, Egyptian cotton sheets, air conditioning and a laptop-sized safe.

Unwind by watching the sunset from your balcony or take a dip in the Bodhi Village pool below. Journal in comfort at the large work desk with access to free wireless internet. Refresh in your open air, rainfall shower, featuring luxurious raw botanicals toiletries.

Terms & Conditions

A Non-refundable deposit of $500USD is required at time of booking. Final payment is due by October 1, 2025 and is 100% non-refundable from final payment date to departure date. Airfare is not included.

Bookings will be made through our travel partner Wassermann Retreats, an affiliate of Direct Travel, 93 Main Street S, Georgetown, ON L7G 3E5, TEL 905.873.2000 ext. 1232, cwassermann@dt.com, TICO 50023504

Questions and Inquiries

Please fill out this form if you have any questions and we will get back to you shortly.

Due to large volume of interest for this retreat we will be accepting guests on a first come first serve basis. Your accommodations can be secured with a $500 USD deposit towards your chosen room.