*UPDATE: Due to safety concerns arising from the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as current travel restrictions and probable future travel restrictions related to the same, this retreat has been canceled.
Join me, Cicelee Chappelle, in lush Playa Grande, Costa Rica for eight days and seven nights of yoga, catharsis, community, adventure, and fun!
The theme of this eclectic excursion is Relax, Relate & Release, and every accommodation and activity offered is designed to allow attendees to do exactly that. The place where the magic is set to happen is Playa Grande's amazing RipJack Inn, a beautifully appointed boutique hotel, nestled in nature and located just a few yards from the beach. At RipJack, visitors will find a unique combination of sublimely comfortable poolside rooms, super-friendly and attentive staff, a unique treetop dining experience, delicious meals, access to a wide variety of activities, and a spacious yoga "shala" perfectly suited for movement and meditation.
BE WITH IT. DEAL WITH IT. HEAL FROM IT. AND THEN, WHEN YOU'RE READY, LET IT GO. - unknown
My aim with this retreat goes far beyond simply providing a chance to practice yoga in a scenic locale. Instead, daily yoga sessions will be but one part of a fully immersive experience geared to help my fellow travelers relax, relate, and release into reality, in whatever way works best for each of them.
We will relax our bodies and minds, the unconscious restrictions we place on ourselves, and the tiring day to day expectations of business-as-usual.
We will enjoy the time, space, and opportunity to relate to new people (or old friends), nature, our own bodies, and the voices of our inner selves that so often go unheard amid the clamor of our busy lives at home.
And finally, through relaxing and relating, we will create an avenue to release unnecessary cares and concerns, limiting concepts and beliefs about ourselves, physical tension, mental and emotional stress, and anything that does not serve our spirit or highest good.
WHEN YOU TRY TO CONTROL EVERYTHING, YOU ENJOY NOTHING. SOMETIMES YOU JUST NEED TO RELAX, BREATHE, LET GO AND LIVE IN THE MOMENT. - unknown
I am both excited and honored to have the privilege of presenting a Spring retreat so wonderfully suited to the season's eternal themes of renewal and rejuvenation. I look forward to sharing what I know will be nothing short of a transformative yoga-centered week (+ one day) in Playa Grande with friends, students, and fellow seekers, both new and familiar. Though I wish I could take everyone reading this with me (because this will be awesome), the total number of people I can accommodate is rather limited and experience tells me that spaces will fill up quickly. So please scroll down to check out all of the details; if you're interested in joining me, make sure to secure your spot as soon as you can. If you have any questions not answered below, just drop me an email.
By the way, just to sweeten the pot even more, I'm offering an "Early Bird" discount of $250 for attendees who book and pay in full by January 20, 2020!
Join me, Cicelee Chappelle, in lush Playa Grande, Costa Rica for eight days and seven nights of yoga, catharsis, community, adventure, and fun!
The theme of this eclectic excursion is Relax, Relate & Release, and every accommodation and activity offered is designed to allow attendees to do exactly that. The place where the magic is set to happen is Playa Grande's amazing RipJack Inn, a beautifully appointed boutique hotel, nestled in nature and located just a few yards from the beach. At RipJack, visitors will find a unique combination of sublimely comfortable poolside rooms, super-friendly and attentive staff, a unique treetop dining experience, delicious meals, access to a wide variety of activities, and a spacious yoga "shala" perfectly suited for movement and meditation.
BE WITH IT. DEAL WITH IT. HEAL FROM IT. AND THEN, WHEN YOU'RE READY, LET IT GO. - unknown
My aim with this retreat goes far beyond simply providing a chance to practice yoga in a scenic locale. Instead, daily yoga sessions will be but one part of a fully immersive experience geared to help my fellow travelers relax, relate, and release into reality, in whatever way works best for each of them.
We will relax our bodies and minds, the unconscious restrictions we place on ourselves, and the tiring day to day expectations of business-as-usual.
We will enjoy the time, space, and opportunity to relate to new people (or old friends), nature, our own bodies, and the voices of our inner selves that so often go unheard amid the clamor of our busy lives at home.
And finally, through relaxing and relating, we will create an avenue to release unnecessary cares and concerns, limiting concepts and beliefs about ourselves, physical tension, mental and emotional stress, and anything that does not serve our spirit or highest good.
WHEN YOU TRY TO CONTROL EVERYTHING, YOU ENJOY NOTHING. SOMETIMES YOU JUST NEED TO RELAX, BREATHE, LET GO AND LIVE IN THE MOMENT. - unknown
I am both excited and honored to have the privilege of presenting a Spring retreat so wonderfully suited to the season's eternal themes of renewal and rejuvenation. I look forward to sharing what I know will be nothing short of a transformative yoga-centered week (+ one day) in Playa Grande with friends, students, and fellow seekers, both new and familiar. Though I wish I could take everyone reading this with me (because this will be awesome), the total number of people I can accommodate is rather limited and experience tells me that spaces will fill up quickly. So please scroll down to check out all of the details; if you're interested in joining me, make sure to secure your spot as soon as you can. If you have any questions not answered below, just drop me an email.
By the way, just to sweeten the pot even more, I'm offering an "Early Bird" discount of $250 for attendees who book and pay in full by January 20, 2020!
Here's a sneak peek at the RipJack Experience....
LOCATION:
RipJack Inn, Playa Grande, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
DATES:
April 17, 2020 - April 24, 2020 (seven nights)
INCLUDED:
- 3 meals daily on site at RipJack Restaurant (arrival day: only lunch and dinner; departure day: breakfast only)
- 2 Yoga practices per day
- A yoga + movement practice with guest instructor Lisa Bardarson
- Mats and props provided
- All taxes
- Roundtrip airport transfers from and to Liberia Airport in Costa Rica
- Gratuity on meals
NOT INCLUDED:
- Flight to Liberia Airport in Costa Rica
- Gratuities for staff
- Cost of excursions and spa treatments
- Travel/Trip insurance
- $29 airport departure fee when leaving Costa Rica
AVAILABLE EXCURSIONS AND SERVICES:
- Sunset sailing
- Zipline
- Estuary tour
- Massage
- Horseback riding
- Volcano hiking
- Diving
* Contact me for pricing info and to pre-arrange excursions and services.
ACCOMMODATIONS & PRICING:
* All prices listed per person
- Deluxe Double Room (poolside, 2 double beds): $2250 double occupancy only
- Deluxe King Room (poolside, 1 king bed): $2250 double occupancy // $2650 single occupancy
- Luxury Bungalow (2 queen beds, living room): $2350 double occupancy // $2950 single occupancy
Early Bird Discount: Enjoy a $250 discount when you book and pay in full by January 20, 2020.
PAYMENT OPTIONS:
Reserve your spot with a $500 “placeholder” deposit. This placeholder deposit is non-refundable.
You may either pay the $500 non-refundable placeholder deposit, or you may pay for your retreat in full upfront. If you opt to make the $500 non-refundable deposit, I’ll work with you to create a payment plan to pay the balance.
Full payment for this retreat is due by March 17, 2020.
CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY:
The $500 placeholder deposit is non-refundable. If you need to cancel your retreat before March 17, 2020, 25% of the total amount already paid (minus the $500 non-refundable deposit) will be returned to you. There will be no refunds honored after March 17, 2020. To cancel your retreat, it is very important that you email me to let me know as soon as possible.
In the unlikely event this retreat is cancelled by me, you will receive a full refund of all funds received. However, I cannot compensate you for any expenses incurred for airfare.
{If the retreat must be cancelled due to weather, a natural disaster, or political upheaval, I cannot guarantee a refund. I will, however, work with our retreat host to receive a refund. To cover these risks, I highly recommend that you purchase travel insurance.}
Please note that no refunds or discounts will be granted for late arrival, early departure, flight cancellations, travel delays or illness. To protect yourself in the event of unforeseen situations, I highly encourage you to purchase travel insurance coverage.
ADDITIONAL TERMS & CONDITIONS:
Each retreat guest will be required to sign a liability waiver to attend this retreat.
TRAVEL INSURANCE:
I highly recommend that you purchase travel/trip insurance. Life happens and is unpredictable. Unforeseen events and emergencies can arise at any time. Trip insurance takes the stress out of traveling by protecting your trip investment. Travelinsurance.com provides a comparison engine to compare coverages and prices. You can also purchase coverage via Travelinsurance.com. A highly recommended travel insurance provider is Travelex. Travelex offers a variety of travel insurance package options, including the option for a comprehensive “cancel for any reason” policy. They can give you quotes for each scenario.