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Awaken Your Awareness

No journey begins flawlessly, but every journey begins with a single, courageous step – Are you ready to take yours?

Discover your sanctuary at the “Awaken Your Awareness” retreat in the lush and welcoming arms of gorgeous Costa Rica.

Awaken each day to the soothing whispers of the ocean, boasting serene mornings amidst the breathtaking tropical views. This retreat is designed for women who have traversed life’s varied terrain and stand prepared to explore vibrant new chapters. This retreat will host accessible yoga classes to enhance your rejuvenation & growth. A true celebration of empowerment and joy. Providing a sanctuary where your soul can dance, rediscover, and shine surrounded by a lush nature scape.

As you breathe in the rich, liberating Costa Rican air, you’ll create a welcoming space for your own vitality & self-discovery. Connecting more deeply to your daily Sadhana (spiritual routine).

Apr, 27 — May, 4 | $2099

Organizer: Chelsea Gasper

Cost dependent on single, double, triple or quad occupancy, starting at $2099. Air fare not included. Inquire here for complete pricing rates.

Main contact website – thezendenfruita.com/retreats

About Your Yoga Instructor:

Chelsea McDonald

My yoga journey started at the age of 12, when my mother placed me in a summer school yoga class. The teacher introduced us to visual meditation, and my path opened from there. I received my 200 hour training from the Kula Collective in Guatemala in 2018, and my 300 hour training with Inner Peace Yoga Therapy based in Durango, Colorado in 2021. I have trained under Kali Bassman and Kari Kwinn in the principals of Yin Yoga. I have collectively completed over 800 additional hours of education, and more than a thousand hours of teaching and sharing the practices of yoga. I am currently on the 800 hour path to become a Yoga Therapist with Inner Peace Yoga Therapy.

Through many travels and moves, there has always been only one constant, the study of yoga. The practice of yoga asana (physical movement) is like returning home each time I step on the mat. The path to relieve depression and anxiety through yoga, and return to our center, our true home, is what I am called to share with you all.

What's Included

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Meals

Three delicious farm-to-table meals per day using homegrown, organic ingredients, plus snacks and more to keep you energized and satisfied the whole week long.

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Accommodations

Intentionally designed beachfront eco-friendly rooms with ocean views and the use of the 25-meter pool.

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Transportation

Airport transfer from Puerto Jimenez to Blue Osa and return taxes.

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Yoga

Daily yoga classes and yoga props including mats, blocks and straps.

“Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. The retreat was perfectly timed in all ways. The weather was perfect. The venue was homey and cozy. The food was comforting and healthy. The yoga was divine. The group size was perfect. As a mostly introvert, there was enough space to be alone when I wanted or to be social when I wanted too. There was no pressure to participate either. You have such a wonderful presence and it is a joy and honor to practice with you. Thank you for a blissful weekend!”
“I adored this retreat in ways I can’t quite describe in words. Chelsea is such a skilled yoga teacher and is both mindful and professional in making sure all guests are cared for and accommodated to equally. She is a leader in practice, discussion and organization and especially at holding space to make sure everyone feels safe and loved. I was continuously surprised all weekend with extra little messages, song, prompts, and more, making this retreat more than just yoga, food and lodging. I will be attending more retreats with Chelsea simply for her leadership, organization, responsibility and magical ability to hold such safe and sacred space for others.”

Teaching methodology + practicum

  • Learn how to lead and market successful yoga retreats

  • Learn the principles of demonstration, observation, assisting/correcting, and instruction.

  • Learn different teaching styles.

  • You’ll learn specific techniques that will enable you to easily teach all levels

  • You’ll also learn how to sequence your asanas to create a natural, therapeutic and transformative arcs in your classes

  • Learn the qualities of effective teaching

  • Learn the business aspects of being a yoga teacher and gain the building blocks of how to build a thriving yoga career

Development of the Professional Essentials

History, Philosophy + Ethics

  • Identify your spiritual stance so you can step into it as a source of strength
  • Identify walls and develop strategies to take them down
  • Create a support network and support strategies and have them in place when you leave
  • Complete a physical and spiritual adventure challenge
  • Learn the business aspects of building a thriving yoga career
  • How to bring the practice of yoga into your everyday life and make it work for you
  • The science and application of mantra
  • An overview of the history of the yoga tradition
  • The ethical standards of teaching yoga

Yoga Humanities

Applied Yoga Anatomy + Muscle Activation™

  • Receive training in Applied Yoga Anatomy + Muscle Activation™ training for Yoga Teachers
  • Go further in your anatomy training
  • Learn how to access muscle function
  • How to sequence transformational yoga classes
  • Learn the energetic and deeper sublime effects of asana
  • The science and application of Mantra
  • Design classes based on Ayurvedic principles
  • Knowledge of both human physical anatomy and physiology (bodily systems, organs, etc.) and energy anatomy and physiology (chakras, nadis, etc.).

Anatomy & Physiology

Techniques, Training and Practice

  • A breakdown in the anatomical and energetic categories of postures
  • Develop a daily meditation practice
  • Learn pranayamas, kriyas, chanting, mantra, meditation, and other traditional yoga techniques
  • How to sequence and structure transformational 60 and 90-minute classes
  • Practical experience teaching postures, classes, and meditation
  • Learn deep relaxation techniques
  • Yoga Nidra, as taught by the Himalayan tradition and Western tradition
  • Learn how to conduct and lead fire rituals
  • Kundalini Yoga techniques
  • Learn the subtle energetic aspects of yoga like the Koshas and chakras
  • Kriya Yoga and Laya Yoga

Advance Your Own Practice in Yoga

Techniques, Training and Practice

  • A breakdown in the anatomical and energetic categories of postures
  • Develop a daily meditation practice
  • Learn techniques in pranayamas, kriyas, chanting, mantra, meditation, and other traditional yoga techniques
  • How to structure and sequence transformational classes
  • Practical experience in teaching postures, sequencing, and meditation
  • Learn deep relaxation and meditation techniques that come from the Himalayan tradition

Develop a Rock Solid Practice in Yoga

Applied Yoga Anatomy + Muscle Activation™

  • Receive training in Applied Yoga Anatomy + Muscle Activation™ training for Yoga Teachers
  • Develop an understanding of basic anatomy
  • Learn about muscle function and how to improve it (something you will not learn in any other YTT)
  • Knowledge of both human physical anatomy and physiology (bodily systems, organs, etc.) and energy anatomy and physiology (chakras, nadis, etc.)
  • The study of both the subject and application of its principles to yoga practice (benefits, contraindications, healthy movement patterns)
  • Skills to teach yoga classes suited to all levels of practice.

Anatomy & Physiology

History, Philosophy + Ethics

  • An in-depth study and application of the Yoga Sutra
  • How to bring the practice of yoga into your everyday life and make it work for you
  • The science and application of mantra
  • An overview of the history of the yoga tradition
  • The ethical standards of teaching yoga

Yoga Humanities

Teaching methodology + practicum

Get hands-on practice teaching so that you’ll be able to teach on day one after the training is finished. You will:

  • Practice teaching in small and large groups

  • Be ready to teach yoga as soon as you leave the yoga teacher training

  • Get hands-on experience teaching and give/receive feedback

  • Practice assisting students

  • Learn the principles of demonstration, observation, assisting/correcting and instruction

  • Learn different teaching styles

  • Learn qualities of effective teaching and adjust to the student’s process of learning

  • Learn the business aspects of how to build a thriving yoga career

Development of the Professional Essentials