Revitalize in the lush Wilderness of Nosara, Costa Rica this Winter…
Design A Life You Love
with Yoga & Ayurveda!
A Visionary Yoga Retreat
February 18-25th, 2017
Let’s Escape to Progressive, Gorgeous
Nosara, Costa Rica for the most enriching vacation of your life!
Do you have a vision for your life greater than where it is now?
Do you LOVE Yoga and heard of Ayurveda, and wonder how it can improve your well-being,
but just had no time to investigate it?
Then this retreat was created for you!
For Visionary Yogis seeking to deepen their knowledge, create a life of balance, and channel that energy to create something magical with their lives…
Get crystal clear on your Inner Vision,
and let your Soul’s Purpose ignite your passion!
Yogis were intentional beings who had penetrating insights into how the microcosm, the individual, and the Macrocosm, The Universe, were related.
Ayurveda, one of the most ancient healing sciences of the world, has much to teach us about this relationship.
Covering the most sublime metaphysical teachings down to the nitty-gritty of what to eat, when, Ayurveda offers valuable wisdom on how to live a Life of Balance while we go for our biggest Dreams.
This retreat is truly so much more than just a yoga retreat!
It is a fun, incredibly uplifting immersion into knowledge and awareness that will take your understanding of Yoga and Life to a whole new level.
If you are seeking a soulful, purposeful vacation that will transform your body, mind and consciousness through awesome adventures, fantastic yoga, and deepening your knowledge…
THIS IS IT!
So you may be asking, what exactly will I get out of this Retreat?
Great question! So glad you asked.
This is a rich, multi-dimensional journey with many layers…let’s take an overview.
After this Retreat, you will walk away with practical knowledge you can use in your day-to-day life:
- A deepened Yoga practice, and valuable insights into how Yoga and Ayurveda work synergistically to create physical, mental and emotional balance.
- A working understanding of the dietary and lifestyle principles of Ayurveda, as well as practical tips and recipes.
- Discover a precise (and fun!) method for deciphering your prakriti, your Ayurvedic Constitutional Type, so you know what the best diet, herbs and lifestyle modifications are right for you.
AND there’s more…
This Retreat also draws on the truly catalytic power of our Visionary Mastermind Sessions. Get crystal clear on your Inner Vision, and let your Soul’s Purpose ignite your passion!
You’ll walk away with:
- The inspiration to truly to go for your Dreams!
- A step-by-step system for how to transform your Inner Vision into living, breathing reality.
- The Adventure of your lifetime in a gorgeous setting. You can choose from zip lining, horseback riding, surfing, stand-up paddling, kayacking, hiking and more.
- Some serious R& R time: Take a 10 minute walk through the jungle to the pristine beach, relax by the saltwater pool, get a healing treatment at the world-renowned spa.
- Meet the most inspired, visionary, amazing people to walk this journey with.
In The Visionary Yoga Retreat, yoga becomes a tool to deepen our relationship to the Life
Imagine waking up to the sounds of a lush tripical jungle in a gorgeous eco-conscious resort, with a world-class beach minutes from your doorsteps…
…then stroll in to a beautiful sun-lit studio for your morning Yoga session with Mariko to take your practice and inner growth to the Next Level!
…So what about the Yoga?
Mariko brings fun and dance-inspired fluidity to the Vinyasa yoga practice, connecting alignment principles to the greater Life principles that help us to grow into our highest expression.
Beginners will be well taken care of and are very welcome!
When like-minded, growth-oriented people come together to share and support each other’s dreams, there is a powerful confluence of energy that can accelerate our dreams’ manifestation.
Join our tribe of Visionary Yogis for the most transformational week of your life!
“Mariko is a yoga instructor’s instructor. She’s the best one I’ve had. She’s passionate, precise, friendly, and very calming. Rarely do you walk out of a class feeling better than when you entered. In her class you feel energized and rejuvenated.
She seems to have dedicated much of her life to yoga having undergone advanced training in India. You can tell that yoga is a way of life for her. She exudes positive energy, attention to proper posture, and has an very calm music selection.
I wish I had known about her earlier. She’s a consummate professional with a sublime and uplifting spirit.”
“She is most effective as a teacher and has helped me to identify the strengths and weaknesses in my body enabling me to perform the asanas with greater comfort and ease…
Most importantly, she makes me feel that she cares; and, additionally, I feel a sense of improvement as a result of the way she encourages me and shows me how to work with my body.”
~ Margot Steinberg, NYC
“Mariko is the best yoga instructor in New York!
And there are a lot of really talented instructors.
Her form is so beautiful, and her instruction is delivered with patience yet is challenging. She brings a very spiritual aspect to her sessions, while still keeping it very athletic. I love Mariko so much- she puts 100% into every class and her joy of doing yoga is infectious!”
Now let’s talk about the venue
Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort, which opened its doors in 2014, is a world-class resort created especially for yogis.
Needless to say, it operates in an ecologically conscious way, while offering gorgeous high-end accommodations and a superb dining experience.
Here, you get to bask in the blessings of Costa Rica’s lush Nature, while enjoying world-class everything – the amenities, cuisine, spa, juice bar, boutique, and of course, the beach!
This is the perfect venue to study about Ayurveda and get inspired to realize our dreams!
Here’s a peek at their Spa facilities…yes, world-class!
“ The property is elegant and beautiful while still being ecologically conscious. It has all you need for a relaxing, nourishing getaway – delicious healthy food, pool, juice bar, spa, and a good selection of yoga classes. The staff is super friendly, professional, and helpful. Thank you Bodhi Tree!”
It is simply paradise. There is something here for everyone; fresh organic foods, speciality cocktails, fresh juices, friendly staff, clean rooms with a refreshing outdoor shower, stunning tropical grounds, and every activity that you can dream of to make your stay active and leaving you feel alive and rejuvenated! I can’t wait to visit again….I just hope sooner than later. Definitely a bucket list must for a relaxing retreat in paradise!
Why Nosara?
Imagine a small, beautiful beach town surrounded by jungle and wildlife with a peaceful multicultural community and many of the comforts of home.
That place, which has the unique combination of pristine Costa Rican wilderness and a progressive, eco-loving culture with the cleanest water table in all of Costa Rica, is Nosara.
Expats who live in Nosara will tell you there is no better place on earth. The quality of life here is so high, many choose to relocate and leave the rat race behind…
In Nosara, you can truly get the best of both worlds – living in close contact with Nature ….and have the best of North American culture at your fingertips.
What about the Dinning Experience?
Our retreat venue takes food seriously – seriously!
You’ll be treated to mouth-watering healthy feasts, to nourish your body mind and soul.
“There’s a great chef and the recipes are light, bright, nutritious and super flavorful — healthy without compromising on flavor. “
~ Review from TripAdvisor.com
Secluded within the natural ambience of the Costa Rican jungle, they believe in using natural, fresh ingredients harvested from nature, and stimulating individual wellbeing on a ground level.
They offer an array of hot and refreshing cold soups, an excellent buffet of veggies and salads, organic chicken, fish and vegan options.
Organic wine and artisanal beer are available for purchase with your dinner.
You won’t believe how luxurious and high-quality your dining experience is in the midst of a wild jungle!
And of course, the ADVENTURES!
“Adventure is worthwhile.”~ Aesop
An ancient Greek story teller
Whether you choose to chill by the salt water pool, or go all-out on an outdoor adventure, we’ve got your speed. Here are some of the adventures and experiences available at our retreat:
- Bask on the glorious beach Relax by the saltwater pool
- Get pampered at the world-class Spa
- Learn Spanish with a private tutor
- Zipline-canopy tour through the pristine forest reserve
- Paddleboarding through the mangrove
- Surf on the world-class waves
- Horseback riding to breathtaking sunset views
- ATV tour through the waterfall Hiking through the tropical forest
- Boutique shopping at the many quaint shops in Nosara
* some of the above are free, some are at extra cost
“It was per-r-r-rfect! Everything was amazing! The Yoga, workshop, and Ayurvedic Consultation. Very well organized!”
~ Nicole Manners
A Retreat Participant from a 2016 Retreat with Mariko
So what’s included?
- 8 Days 7 nights in luxury accommodations at Bodhi Tree Resorts
- Three gourmet organic meals each day
- Ayurveda Basics: An 8-week Online Course with Mariko ($997 VALUE)
- Twice daily yoga classes (some right on the beach!) – Fluid Vinyasa in the AM,Gentle Restorative in the PM
- Ayurveda Sessions covering the Core Principles (including how to read your pulse Ayurvedically)
- Powerful Visionary Yogi’s Mastermind Sessions with Mariko
“Definitely a bucket list must for a relaxing retreat in paradise!”
~ Review from TripAdvisor.com
What’s Not Included:
- Your roundtrip airfare from home & transportation to and from the airport to resort.
- Other non-included items would include souvenir shopping, personal phone calls, spa services, laundry, bell-boys, and tips for your room maid
- Personal, medical or trip cancellation insurance
- Excursions such as ziplining, horseback riding and ATV tours.
- Spanish lessons.
Flights:
You can fly into either the San Jose Airport (SJO) or Liberia (LIR).
From Liberia Airport: Liberia is the closest international airport, 2 and 1⁄2 hours drive from Nosara, Shuttles from Liberia are easily arranged. For reliable transportation services, contact Bodhi Tree’s reservation team at info@bodhitreeyogaresort.com.
From San Jose Airport: Daily flights to Nosara Airport are offered from Juan Santa Maria International Airport (SJO). Sansa and Nature Air offer domestic flights within Costa Rica from San Jose airport to Nosara:
About Mariko Hirakawa, E-RYT, B.A.M.S.:
Mariko Hirakawa, B.A.M.S., is an internationally recognized Yoga-Ayurveda Expert with over 23 years of teaching experience, and founder of Ayurveda Yoga Practice, a company dedicated to serving the world through the powerful synergy of Yoga, Ayurveda, and the principles of Vision Engineering™.
A former professional dancer as well as an Ayurvedic physician trained in India, she combines scientific knowledge with an intuitive understanding of the body.
Proficient in Hindi and Sanskrit, she is one of the very few in the West to have completed
the rigorous 5 year B.A.M.S. (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery) degree as a fellowship scholar at Gujarat Ayurved University, one of the top Ayurvedic university in India.
Healer, yogini, and a performer with multi-cultural background,Mariko is known for the quality and depth she brings to her work.
For the latest development of her work, please visit www.AyurvedaYogaPractice.com
YouTube Channel: youtube.com/c/marikohirakawa
Contact Us
If you have any questions about any aspect of this retreat, feel free to contact us!
