Join Julie for a transforming week of deep practice and the adventure of living where the jungle meets the sea.
The Osa Peninsula is known as Costa Rica’s last wild frontier, home to breathtaking views, incredible wildlife, and peaceful way of living. For over 20 years Julie has been retreating to this amazing place, and 2025 promises to be extraordinary in a new location, ENCANTA LA VIDA
FEBRUARY 23 – MARCH 2, 2025
Retreats enliven your practice, offer rest and adventure, and a chance to reconnect to what really matters. This retreat sells out fast and only a few rooms remain! Retreat to the Osa will include:
- Daily yoga and meditation practices and expert attention from Julie, with each class uniquely themed and curated for the group
- A refreshing immersion into the meaningful stories, myths, and symbols of the Gods and Goddesses of yoga
- Spacious and unique bungalows all with en-suite bath, steps from exquisite beaches
- Expertly chef-prepared gourmet meals in a gorgeous open air dining area
- Massage Spa services, surfing, SUP, and other exciting excursions
- Ample time to rest, rejuvenate, and enjoy the adventure of living close to nature, right at the edge of the jungle!
“It was an absolute treat and delight to have Julie all to ourselves on retreat. Two classes a day with such an excellent teacher who guided our focus, and gave her expert, individualized attention so generously. My yoga practice was refined and deepened even while watching spider monkeys swing from the trees and hearing the occasional surfer whoop above the background sound of waves and bird songs. It was a beautiful experience. I encourage everyone who can to give yourself that gift.” – Wendy F., 2024
THE LODGE
Our home for the week is Encanta la Vida (“enchanted life”), a unique and totally solar powered jungle beach lodge at the edge of the rainforest. Encanta la Vida features a fresh water pool, a lively juice and spirits bar, a variety of unique rooms, and a gorgeous two story yoga deck overlooking the water. Set across the road from the fabulous Playa Pan Dulce, you’ll be surrounded by the sights and sound of the jungle for ultimate relaxation and a total reset of your senses and energy. Plenty of hammocks and lounge areas make Encanta la Vida perfect for beating the winter blues.
Each bungalow is super spacious and unique with big beds, en-suite bathroom, and private decks with hammocks and total chill vibe. The jungle and ocean are your soundscape. We offer shared rooms with 2 or 3 King / Queen beds with limited Private suite options for couples or solo travelers. You’ll have full use of the property, pool, and yoga deck all at your disposal!
THE YOGA
Julie is known for her signature classes that are balanced experiences for your body, and uplifting for your spirit. You’ll begin and end each day with yoga classes that explore the mythic stories of yoga, designed to invoke and reestablish connection to what really matters. Daily practice and meditation overlooking the wilds of the jungle combined with the roar of the sea will revitalize your routine, and realign you from the inside out. Monkeys, Morphos, and Toucans will all be daily visitors!
“Julie’s yoga teaching goes deep into the body, with intelligent, well-sequenced asana practices. She also dives into the philosophy of yoga, and shares her knowledge of the ways in which the physical practice can connect us to ourselves and the universe around us. Julie’s Osa retreats are powerful” – Cari S., 2019
THE ADVENTURE OF THE OSA PENINSULA
The Osa is a magical place where devotion to the beauty of the area, the wildlife, and people make for an incredible trip. Researchers here still discover new species of insects, and the Osa has earned its reputation for being one of the top three most bio-diverse places on the planet. Teeming with life, the Osa is home to four species of monkeys, the illustrious Blue Morpho butterfly, Toucans, Scarlett Macaws, and flora and fauna like you’ve never seen before. The vast Pacific Ocean and one-of-a-kind near empty beaches Pan Dulce and Backwash provide picturesque waves, perfect swimming, and the exquisite background to the entire adventure. Hike through the jungle, climb a Matapalo tree, or dare the waterfall repelling or zip lining. No matter what your day holds, there is no doubt that you will experience excitement, fun, and be relaxed by memorable beauty.
RETREAT PRICING
Options: Shared rooms with shared bath. Limited Private rooms with en-suite bath. All deposits are N/R
EARLY BIRD RATES EXTENDED: DEPOSIT OF 50%, BALANCE PAID IN FULL BY JAN. 1, 2025
- TRIPLE Shared – with shared bath: $2450 – ONE SPACE LEFT
- DOUBLE Shared – with shared bath: $2650 – ONE SPACE LEFT
- PRIVATE Suite – private bath: $3250 – SOLD OUT
STANDARD RATES: PAID IN FULL AFTER JAN. 1, 2025
- TRIPLE Shared – with shared bath: $2650 – ONE SPACE LEFT
- DOUBLE Shared – with shared bath: $2850 – ONE SPACE LEFT
- PRIVATE Suite – private bath: $3450 – SOLD OUT
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
- Two expertly prepared daily yoga classes with Julie
- A complete immersion into yoga through practice, stories and myths
- Spacious rooms with private decks and full access to the property
- Delicious and fresh meals from Encanta la Vida’s in-house chefs
- Easy access to exquisite beaches, easy hikes, waterfalls, and other excursions. Plus Martina’s bar and the very best of jungle living!
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED:
- International travel to / from Costa Rica
- Domestic flight on Sansa Airlines to / from Puerto Jimenez.
- Spirit and Juice bar
- Taxis to / from Puerto Jimenez on arrival / departure
- Taxi to / from excursions
- Massage and Spa services, acupuncture
- Surf lessons, SUP, zip lining, tree climb, and other exciting jungle adventures
- Gratuities
GETTING THERE
ARRIVAL: Fly into SJO – San Jose International Airport. Consider arriving the night before, and staying in an AirBnB or hotel overnight, and booking your Sansa flight early morning.
DOMESTIC TRAVEL: We recommend booking round trip connecting flight with Sansa Airlines with a 2 hour window to get through immigration upon arrival in SJO.
DEPARTURE: Check out is 11am. Best to book an international flight that departs after 11am, onward.
It’s highly recommended you purchase travelers insurance for peace of mind!
