What if you could be completely supported to recharge in a healing land through ancient practices, cleansing foods and supportive community?
We warmly invite you to
RECHARGE, RELEASE, REMEMBER
Jungle retreat for body-mind healing
April 18 - 23, 2022
RECHARGE… Enliven your inner+ outer temple
Decompress with daily yoga and meditation for all bodies and levels of experience
Immerse in healing volcanic hot springs
Unplug from technology and hike through rainforests to bathe in waterfalls
Share and chant with other women in a sacred circle of open hearts that is non-judgmental and supportive of your authenticity
Relax around a natural pool in the tropical sun while delighting in exotic animals and sounds of the rainforest
RELEASE… Gently and compassionately process stagnant emotions stored in your body
Sweat your prayers in a Temezcal Sweat Lodge and Rapé Ceremony guided by indigenous shamanic woman lineage holders
Embody release in a Cocoa Ceremony + Dance Ritual to express our grief and joy
Cleanse your body with exquisite, freshly harvested vegetarian cuisine & tropical superfoods and herbal teas gathered from medicinal gardens onsite
Explore creative primal, cleansing movements from the Daoist healing arts such as shaking, bouncing, tapping and the use of healing sounds to unwind deep tension
REMEMBER… There is another way of life, in harmony with self, land and each other
Anchor into hope and clarity of vision for the New World by experiencing the uplifting possibilities of Permaculture
Tune into the innate wisdom of your body
Be inspired by local efforts towards community sovereignty, autonomy and resilience
Honor your soul to reconnecting to your personal values and joy
Receive ancestral medicine transmissions through Goddess Wisdom Storytelling
Location: The Legendary Cocoon of Brave Earth
Amidst the healing hot springs of the legendary Arenal Volcano, in the heart of the largest tropical rainforest system in the Western Hemisphere, we gather at the legendary Brave Earth.
More than just a retreat center, Brave Earth is a model for sustainable living, a container for those in earnest inquiry who are called to gather in community to decolonize our conditioning.
With stunning architecture based in sacred geometry, designed with respect for native ecosystem, their lush and abundant farm and medicinal gardens overflow with superfoods that are the source of our delicious vegetarian meals.
From their vision of collaborative, heart centered communities they’ve founded Fuerza D’amor, a community resilience network empowering the local Costa Rican community with free education, counseling, community powered home renovations, goods & services for barter exchange, the creation of shared food forests & community safeguarding. Read more here.
A portion of all proceeds donated to Fuerza D’Amor Community Resilience Network
Is this Right for You?
This retreat is designed to warmly welcome all self - identified women who aspire to be:
Meet Your Guide
Hayley Ebersole is an ancestral folk medicine keeper who synergizes earth based ritual with yoga, personal training and coaching to support soulful women to release stress by deeply connecting to their bodies and the Earth. Her retreats, courses and self care membership are designed to cultivate healthy bodies, clear minds and a deep connection to our hearts so that we’re empowered to birth a new, eco-centric paradigm from the inside out - together.
Reserve Your Personal Cocoon
Option #1: Single Occupancy GAIA DOME
Moon and sunlit dome made with sustainable air-crete
En suite shower and sink + in close proximity to communal composting toilets
Writing desk with Forest views & in room safe
$2250
Option #2: Double Occupancy - JUNGLE HUT
Forest View deck w/ hammock
Two single beds or one king for couples, if you prefer
En-suite Sink and easy access to shared bathrooms with composting toilets
Shared Room with one other person - we will pair you with a roommate
$1750
Option #3: Communal Living FARM LOFTS
Shared downstairs living room with jungle view
Single beds in loft with dividing walls and privacy curtains
Shared bathroom facilities
$1500
What’s Included:
Beautiful Hike to Waterfalls
Daily Yoga Practice
Daily Creative Meditation + Breathwork
Daily healing herbal teas & herbal knowledge
Sisterhood & Inspiration
5 Nights accommodations at Brave Earth
3 daily organic vegetarian meals from on site gardens
Daylong journey to soak in the Eco-Termales hot springs
Temezcal Sweat Lodge and Rapé Ceremony guided by indigenous lineage keepers
Whats Not Included:
Flights to/from San Jose, Costa Rica (we’re happy to help coordinate flights)
Transportation to and from retreat center (one hour drive, we’ll coordinate group shuttles)
Optional massage
Optional tours/adventures
BIPOC SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
Several 50% scholarships available for Black, Indigenous or People of Color
Retreat Testimonials:
Hayley is an intuitive, compassionate, energetic, and invigorating being. Upon arrival to Costa Rica, we were taken care of from start to finish. She gave us plenty of preparation and guidance before the trip and upon arrival and gave everyone actual gifts (#hippiepartyfavors) to deepen our engagement with our environment. Her daily yoga classes were accessible to all levels yet challenging and empowering. Sharing circles deepened relationships between all of us - there was a lot of laughter, jokes, games and even some dancing! Both Hayley and Kelli took the time to connect with each of us and make sure we were taken care of. We couldn't have had a better guide, guru, poet, and teacher on this trip. Since returning, I’ve been tapping into my breathing and meditation as an instinctive response to stressful events. I definitely gained that skill from this trip. - Lara W.
Incredible- fantastic yoga, stunning location, incredible food, rich community - exactly the trip I needed to rejuvenate my body and soul. Hayley and Kelli are excellent guides, planners and hosts. - Natalie O.
What a life changing experience! In addition to the relaxing yoga, hot springs and healing foods, the opportunities for group connection really broke down the walls we tend to put up around ourselves so the whole group was bonded by the end of the retreat. I shed some much needed tears as I let go of stress I’ve been carrying around for years and I deepened both my yoga and meditation class. Hayley’s nature based themes and storytelling opened my eyes to a new relationship to the natural world that has stayed with me and I believe I made a few lifelong friends. - Fiona S.
I desperately needed to get away from the daily grind but words cannot express how amazing this yoga retreat was from beginning to end. I felt relaxed the moment I arrived. Hayley is an excellent guide - her knowledge, her passion, her innate ability to deeply unite a group and connect with individual and her capacity to custom tailor her instruction to fit the skill level of each unique person. The food was beyond amazing - the most delicious food I’ve eaten in my entire life. I’m 100% serious! No joke! I’m grateful and awaiting the next chance to retreat with Hayley & Kelli - Renee S.
Words can not express how wonderful this retreat was. It was clearly planned with love and attention at evey level - from the yoga, to the food, to the opportunities for personal connection, free time, massage, adventure, and overall consciousness. The experience was much needed medicine for mind, body and spirit. Hayley varied the yoga she led us through twice a day to bring something new to every experience. I was blown away by the quality and taste of the food. The cacao ceremony on the last night brought deep connection and awareness to our groupk. I recommend a retreat with Hayley and Kelli to everyone!. - Janet N.
What an amazing experience to unplug from technology and a busy schedule. Hayley is an amazingly talented yoga teacher who seamlessly integrate yoga with meditation, group transformation and connectedness to nature. The group energy was compassionate, non-judgmental. The food was mind blowing. I can't wait for the next one. - Vinnie E.
Covid Protocal
Being a Tourist in Costa Rica:
Neither vaccination nor a covid test is currently required to travel to Costa Rica. While vaccination is not required for any essential businesses or transportation in Costa Rica, it is currently up to the discretion of private hotels and restaurants whether or not vaccination is required. Commercial establishments must display their requirements on their exteriors indicating whether proof of vaccine is required or not. In most places you’d travel as a tourist, vaccination would not be a necessity. We can help guide you to coordinate your accommodations for before and after the retreat based on your needs. See below for requirements to travel to Costa Rica:
1) Travel Insurance:
While we recommend travel insurance for everyone, unless you’ve been fully vaccinated for > 14 days, you must get travel insurance. Fortunately, the process is quick and simple and we’ll walk you through it! Expect an email with details within a few weeks.
2) Costa Rica Health Pass
Anyone arriving in Costa Rica you must fill out a short digital form called a Health Pass within 48 hours of arrival. This is also a quick and simple process we’ll walk you through.
3) Retreat Center:
Regardless of vaccination status, upon arrival to the retreat center, you must have proof of a negative Covid test within 48 hours. An over-the-counter test is fine so please purchase one (or more) at a drug store before leaving your home country.
4) Return to US:
The US currently requires anyone returning from abroad to supply a Covid test within 24 hours of arrival. You can get a rapid test at the San Jose airport before your flight. We will ensure you have the information you need to usefully get a test before your flight.