Pura Vida Yoga Retreat with Ana Paula - Quepos, Costa Rica - June 2026

Pura Vida 6-Day / 5-Night Revitalizing Yoga Retreat with Ana Paula

Please read our cancellation policy before purchasing!

Take a break from the noise of daily life and immerse yourself in 6 days of yoga, wellness, nature, and connection in the jungle-meets-ocean paradise of Costa Rica.
This retreat is your invitation to recharge your body, clear your mind, and nourish your soul. Each day blends invigorating yoga practices, inspiring workshops, and mindful rituals with adventurous excursions and moments of pure relaxation. From waterfall swims to cacao ceremonies, from restorative evening practices to cultural immersion, you’ll leave feeling grounded, energized, and inspired.

Retreat Highlights: 

• Daily Yoga & Meditation – Vinyasa, Hatha, Kundalini, Yin & Restorative styles
• Waterfall Adventure – Swim in pristine natural pools surrounded by lush rainforest
• Cold Plunge + Sauna – Invigorating hydrotherapy for circulation & recovery
• Breathwork & Sound Healing – Reset your nervous system and deepen presence
• Cacao Ceremony & Plant Medicine Education – Ancestral wisdom & heart-opening rituals
• Local Juicing & Wellness Rituals – Fresh, nourishing, Costa Rican ingredients
• All-Inclusive, Diet-Friendly Meals – Wholesome, flavorful, and energizing
• Cultural Immersion – Experience Quepos’ vibrant community and tropical coastline

What's included?

• Accommodation: 5 nights at Villas Jacquelina (private or shared, economy to deluxe A/C options)
• Meals: Dinner on arrival night + daily breakfast & lunch (all diet needs accommodated)
• Transportation: Airport pick-up/drop-off (SJO) + all excursion transfers
• Activities: All excursions, yoga classes, workshops, and cultural experiences

Accommodations:

Room Options:

Single Economy – Villa Escondido: Small private room, twin bed, ceiling fan, shared bath (1–2 others).
Double Economy – Villa Escondido: Medium shared room, twin beds, ceiling fan, shared bath (1–2 others).
Single Standard – Villa Sol: Medium private room, double bed, ceiling fan, shared bath (1–2 others).
Single Superior A/C – Villa Vista: Medium private room, double bed, air conditioning, shared bath (1 other).
Single Deluxe A/C Private – Villa Fresca: Large private room, double bed, private bath, ceiling fan, blackout shades, air conditioning.
Double Deluxe A/C Couples – Villa Linda: Large private room, queen bed, private bath, ceiling fan, blackout shades, air conditioning.

Flights:

Flights to Costa Rica are not included in your package and must be booked separately. Please purchase tickets to San José, Costa Rica (SJO)—arriving the morning or early afternoon of May 16th, 2026. 

We recommend booking 60–90 days in advance and tracking prices with Google Flights. From the U.S., expect to pay $450–$800 round-trip if booked wisely—anything under $500 is a great deal.

Tip: Check baggage policies before booking. Packing light can save on luggage fees.

Airport Transportation:

We provide two complimentary shuttle pick-ups from San José International Airport (SJO) to Villas Jacquelina on May 16th:

• Morning Shuttle: Departs around 10:00 AM

• Afternoon Shuttle: Departs around 3:00 PM

Times may adjust slightly to accommodate arrivals, so it’s best to book a flight that aligns with one of these shuttles.

For departure on May 31st, we offer two shuttle drop-offs from Villas Jacquelina to SJO:

• Early Shuttle: Departs 5:00 AM (arrives at airport ~8:00 AM)

• Late Shuttle: Departs 8:00 AM (arrives at airport ~12:00 PM)

We recommend booking afternoon or evening return flights. If your flights don’t match our shuttle schedule, you will be responsible for arranging your own transportation to/from Quepos.

1-day sample schedule:

8:00–9:30 AM – Morning Yoga & Meditation
9:30–10:30 AM – Breakfast
10:30 AM–2:00 PM – Workshops / Excursions (yoga, wellness, or cultural)
2:00–2:30 PM – Lunch
2:30–4:30 PM – Free Time or Adventure Outing
5:00–6:30 PM – Restorative Yoga / Breathwork / Sound Healing
Evening – Group dinner, community circle, or special event

Meet Our Lead Teacher

Ana Paula is a proud Tica (Costa Rican woman) and the Lead Teacher for this yoga retreat, bringing over 20 years of experience in movement, body awareness, and holistic wellness. Her journey began in contemporary dance and has evolved into a deeply integrative practice that weaves together yoga, therapeutic movement, and bodywork.

Trained at El Barco Conservatory under Costa Rica’s Ministry of Culture, Ana has shared her teaching and artistic work throughout Costa Rica, Latin America, the United States, and Europe. Her approach is shaped by extensive studies in contemporary dance, alternative movement techniques, inclusive pedagogy, and somatic practices.

Ana is a certified inclusive performing arts trainer and a 500+ hour yoga teacher, with over 800 hours of training from respected schools including Kasasana, Yoga Mandir, and Yoga Inclusivo Costa Rica. She is also a certified massage therapist, specializing in Integral Spa Massage and Thai Massage, and is currently pursuing a degree in Physical Therapy.

At the heart of Ana’s teaching is the belief that movement is a human right—meant to be accessible, joyful, and healing. As Lead Teacher, she creates a supportive and embodied retreat experience that invites deep connection, presence, and transformation.

Meet Our Supporting Teacher

Melanie Miller is the Founder of Pratidana Wellness and The Alcohol-Free Advantage Coaching, and serves as the Assistant Yoga Teacher for this retreat, supporting the journey with a deeply compassionate, trauma-informed approach to healing and self-leadership.

She is a RYT-200 Yoga Teacher, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), and Alcohol-Free Lifestyle Coach, with a lifelong dedication to wellness, personal training, and holistic healing. Introduced to yoga in 2015 through the physical challenge of arm balances and inversions, Melanie’s practice evolved beyond the physical into a profound exploration of the mind, nervous system, and embodied healing.

As a mental health clinician, Melanie is inspired by the intersection of ancient yogic wisdom and modern psychology. Her work is non-pathologizing and IFS-informed, emphasizing compassion, curiosity, and self-leadership rather than fixing or forcing change. She works with individuals and groups and facilitates mental health workshops integrating yoga philosophy and therapeutic practices.

Melanie is especially passionate about helping people **reduce the urge to self-medicate—particularly with alcohol—**as a response to stress, overwhelm, or emotional pain. Her work centers on freedom, self-kindness, and non-harming action, supporting sustainable change through alignment rather than willpower.

She is currently pursuing advanced Clinical Facilitator training in Trauma-Informed Yoga Therapy (TIYT™), a program grounded in Polyvagal Theory research by Dr. Stephen Porges. On retreat, Melanie brings a calm, steady, and supportive presence, helping guests reconnect with resilience, inner leadership, and yoga as “a journey of the self, through the self, and to the self.”

Transform Your Practice before the retreat – May 2026 Rising Heart Yoga Teacher Training

Join us in Quepos, Costa Rica (May 16–31, 2026) for a 200-hour Yoga Alliance–certified training. Immerse yourself in daily yoga, meditation, philosophy, and hands-on teaching—plus waterfall hikes, cacao ceremonies, and community connection. Rising Heart Yoga Teacher Training May 2026