We'll offer a safe, therapeutic haven of restorative wellness for people of all shapes, sizes, skill levels, and ages at an exquisite, tranquil, 5-star all-inclusive, luxury-class Costa Rica location. As in...living in the jungle overlooking the ocean for the week... three full meals and snacks of gourmet plant-based cuisine crafted from fresh, locally sourced, wholesome ingredients every day (yes, you can request additional food anytime. )
Offsite experiences, such as excursions and immersions, are also included at our Retreats. And there is even an onsite wellness spa where you can book appointments outside of your Retreat experience.
Opening Day
11:30 Arrival at Imiloa
Welcome lunch, staff introduction, property tour, check-in
14:30 - 17:00 Connection circle
17:30 Dinner | Heart
Free evening/decompression time
Daily Schedule
06:30 - 07:15 Restorative yoga/iRest/morning meditations (varies daily)
07:30 Breakfast | Heart
09:00 - 12:00 Program session/immersion/workshop
12:30 - 13:45 Lunch | Heart
14:00 - 17:00 Program session/immersion/workshop
17:30 Dinner | Heart
19:30 - 20:45 Program sessions (Tuesday - Saturday)
Closing Day
07:30 Breakfast | Heart
08:45 Departure from Imiloa
10:00 Flight to SJO
10:30 Arrival at SJO Domestic Terminal
This program is experiential, fun, and challenging. Part group work, part personal, part Mastermind. Developed and facilitated by Trauma Recovery Specialist, Laura Weber Garrison, Ph.D.
Unlike many retreat programs, the Better Wellness Naturally team will work with you ahead of time to help map your Intentions for your time in retreat. The pre-retreat homework and pre-program expectations are rather extensive and there are a number of written assignments. You'll be meeting with the facilitator via phone or Zoom for a clarity session. You'll be held accountable. They want you to really dive in and get the most out of your program and your retreat experience.
Not only will this pre-program help the team better assist you in integrating your learnings while 'on campus', but it will also help you to gain greater insight and will make navigating your transitions post-retreat easier and more productive.
All retreats also include the option for extended pre and post-counseling and small-group coaching at a discounted rate.
Together, you will work with habit loops, patterns, trauma, emotional regulation, behavioral changes, and the formation of new ways of being. You'll also be given a workbook and a binder (and a really great swag bag of goodies!)
The construction--and reconstruction-- of your life story from past, to present, to future is pivotal in creating a new level of self-understanding. While we cannot change the past, we can, indeed, change our subconscious and somatic responses to those matters which no longer serve us and begin intentionally living a purpose-filled and purpose-driven life.
The retreats include daily practices to help improve your ability to navigate your day-to-day life outside of the retreat.
Gourmet plant-based meals, snacks, and beverages throughout the retreat. As a participant in The Empowered Transitions Retreat, you'll also have unlimited access to the wellness bar for incredible local coffee and signature smoothies.
The program will incorporate some amazing experiences including an extended sound healing session, a Costa Rican cooking class, and other ceremonies. You will also have a very special bonfire closing ceremony that includes a multi-course dinner with mocktails on the beach.
Three big gourmet vegan meals daily, typically structured with breakfast at 8:30 a.m., lunch at 12:30 p.m., and dinner at 6:30 p.m. There will also be fruits, snacks, nuts, juice, etc., between meals, and coffee and tea will be available at all times throughout the day. Other dietary requirements (ie, food sensitivities) will be honored. The campus is alcohol and meat-free.
The following meals are included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Snacks
Drinks
The following drinks are included:
Water
Coffee
Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
Vegan
Whole food
Other dietary requirements on request
A reservation requires a deposit of 30% of the total price. The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled. The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
