Yoga Retreat in Costa Rica with Yoga Ma Barbara

Punta Uva, Costa Rica :: Feb. 22-29, 2008

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Location
This Yoga Ma Barbara retreat will be located on the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica, just south of the town of Puerto Viejo, at a beach side bungalow complex in an area known as Punta Uva. To find it on a map, locate the port city of Lima and follow the coast road south about 60 kms.

This area is a lush seaside tropical paradise. Multi colored hibiscus and bougainvillea bloom year round. The area is very multicultural with Afro Caribbean, Tico (native Costa Ricans) and Indigenous (Bribri Indians) forming the local population. There is also an interesting assortment of European, North, Central and South American folks living and running businesses in the area.

Accommodations
The retreat will take place at Itaita Villas. www.costaricaitaitavillas.com Itaita Villas has 8 Caribbean style bungalows, each with two bedrooms, a full bathroom and a large porch with built in kitchen. For the retreat: 2 people to a bungalow.

There is a large covered pavilion for yoga classes and food service. The entire area is landscaped with lush tropical plants. The sea is only steps away and the sound of birds, monkeys and the sea create a delightful back drop for yoga practice, meditation and relaxation.

The Retreat includes 8 nights and 7 days. There will be 2 yoga sessions daily, early morning and evening. Breakfast and lunch are served buffet style, prepared and served by an American couple who own a vegetarian restaurant nearby. Dinner is on your own. There several restaurants in walking distance from Itaita Villa. Transportation will be available nightly for those who want to go to town to dine, shop and listen to music.

During the day, participants are free to enjoy the wonderful beaches and/or participate in a variety of extra activities organized by the event coordinator. These can include: boat ride to spot dolphins, kayaking in the sea or up a river, snorkeling, nature walks, horseback riding on the beach.

Dates
February 22, 2008 through February 29, 2008. Participants are to arrive in San Jose, Costa Rica on February 22. Accommodations at Hotel Rincon de San Jose are provided the night of February 22 www.hotelrincondesanjose.com. We will leave for the Caribbean coast early on the morning of February 23. It is a 4 hour trip plus a lunch stop. We will arrive at Itaita Villas in time to get settled and have a yoga session. We will leave Itaita after yoga and lunch on February 29. Accomodations at Hotel Rincon de San Jose are included the night of February 29.

Participants needing to depart immediately after the retreat should book their departure for March 1, 2008.

Travel
Airline travel to and from Costa Rica is NOT included in the price. Participants are responsible for booking their own flights. American, Continental, Delta and most recently Frontier all fly to San Jose, Costa Rica. Book your flight to arrive on February 22, 2008. Anyone arriving later will be responsible for their own transportation to the coast.

Price
The price for the entire event is $1,250.00. A $50.00 early bird discount is available to those reserving by Thanksgiving 2007. Couples attending and sharing a bungalow will receive a $50.00 couple's discount as well.

What to Bring
The weather is warm, in the 80's during the day and nicely cooler at night. Shorts, tee shirts and tank tops are the recommended attire. A full list of things to bring will be sent to those who register.

To Register
A deposit of $300.00 is required to hold a place in the retreat. Lou Schreiber is handling all the logistics of the retreat for Barbara, so please mail a check made out to Lou Schreiber to 508 Apodaca Hill, Santa Fe, NM 87501. You will be sent a receipt via e-mail so include your address, telephone # and e-mail address with your check.

Cancellation policy
100% until Thanksgiving, 2007. 75% Thanksgiving through New Years, 50% there after until the retreat. Accommodations made if a cancelled place is filled.

For questions or more info: lschrei526@cybermesa.com or 505/577-7567