6 Day Women's Beginner Yoga and Ayurveda Retreat in Guanacaste, Costa Rica

This retreat was created as a safe, welcoming entry point for women who are brand new to yoga or returning after a long break. The pace is slow and the teaching is clear. There's no expectation to perform and no pressure to look a certain way. Everything is taught with care, and questions are always welcome. The small group size, maximum four participants, means Sonia can give each person individualized attention and adjust the practice to what your body needs each day.

The teachings of Ayurveda, yoga's sister science, are woven throughout the week. You'll learn how different practices affect you personally—when you feel energized, when you need grounding, and how small shifts in routine can support balance and well-being. This isn't about memorizing a philosophy; it's about noticing what actually happens in your body and using that to feel more at home in yourself. Each day also includes time to rest and reflect, so you can integrate what you're learning.

The property feels a world away from daily life. It's surrounded by jungle, with fruit trees, flowering bushes, and birds everywhere. You're about a mile from the center of San Juanillo and two beaches, including a secluded spot locals call 'The Secret Beach' that you can reach via a forest trail. The area hasn't been overrun by tourism yet—many say it has the same vibe Nosara had years ago. You're also only eight miles from Nosara and close to places like Marbella and the Ostional Wildlife Refuge, known for turtle nesting.

Sonia Kaur, E-RYT 500, leads the retreat. She specializes in yoga philosophy, mindful yoga, pranayama, meditation, and Ayurvedic cooking. Her teaching is grounded and intuitive, focusing on releasing stored tension through conscious movement, breath, and reflection. She also runs an organic, sustainable farm on the property, where much of the food you'll eat is grown. From the pre-retreat consultation before you arrive to the daily schedule once you're there, everything is designed to help you reset and unplug.

What's included

- Accommodation (6 nights) - 3 delicious farm-to-table Ayurvedic meals a day - Daily yoga classes - Daily meditation classes - Daily pranayama classes - Cacao ceremony - Daily beach transport for sunset (weather permitting) - Pre-retreat consultation - Bonfire - Filtered water & tea available throughout the day

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Flights costs - Travel insurance - Visa fee - Additional activities not included in the itinerary