be limitless yoga retreat costa rica

Infinite Possibilities Yoga, and Deepak Chopra-designed Meditation Retreat

Tap into your utmost potential, creativity, and boundless joy through a week of invigorating Vinyasa Yoga, Recharging Restorative/Yin Yoga, and Mantra-based Primordial Sound Meditation* Training designed by the Chopra-center.

According to ancient yogic wisdom, when we learn to access our inner resource, we are able to experience pure consciousness where our potential is limitless, our creativity bountiful, our joy abundant. In this state of expanded consciousness, there is a shift that happens. We shift from an “Object-Referral State” where our happiness depends on materials, objects, people around us and our social conditioning to a “Self-Referral State” where we become independent of objects around us to attain true joy and fulfillment in life. In this self-referral state, we respond to situations rather than react, we make decisions aligned with our true calling, we unlock the infinite possibilities that reside within us. In the “Infinite Possibilities Retreat,” we will learn to use different tools to help access this Self-Referral state through mantra-based meditation, yoga practices, breath work, full immersion in nature which will help reset our circadian rhythm so it is synched with the paradise we will be living in. This retreat is designed to discover your body’s own inner intelligence, access your bursts of inspiration, and your most intuitive thoughts so when you go back to your daily life, you can have a lifelong experience of living with the deepest sense of connection to Universe

Huma’s retreats draw yogi’s from all around the world. In addition to a transformational experience that will recharge you, expect to form lifelong friendships with people who share the love of yoga and meditation.

Feb, 22 — Mar, 1 | $1699

Send your questions to retreat leader Huma Gruaz: [email protected]

About Your Yoga Instructor:

Huma Gruaz

Huma is a C-IAYT certified yoga therapist (she fulfilled the rigorous requirements of the International Association of Yoga Therapists studying for 4 years at Loyola Marymount University’s Yoga Therapy program which integrates Western medicine with 5000-year-old Yoga tradition). She has 500-RYT and E-500 RYT certifications (awarded to teachers with over 2000 hours of teaching by Yoga Alliance designating them as an experienced teacher), is certified by the Chopra Center as a Primordial Sound Meditation Teacher in addition to her undergraduate and post-graduate degrees and experience in organizing global retreats and trips for over 20 years.

She brings her in-depth knowledge of yoga and yoga therapy to her classes for safe practice while giving personalized attention to every student. Huma teaches at some of the top studios in Southern California. Her multi-national background, her former career as a communications executive, her passion as an artist, her training as a former competitive swimmer, coupled with her multi-lingual skills bring different layers of depth to her teaching.

Huma Gruaz has advanced training as a yoga teacher and yoga therapist to address the needs of students participating in the retreat.

A Typical Day:

5:30 | coffee and natural teas
6:20 – 7:20 | Primordial Sound Meditation Training
7:20 | Blue Osa Himalayan Ritual (Mantra gifted to Blue Osa from Himalayan Institute and Pandit Rajmani Tigunait)
7:30 | Vinyasa Flow Practice
9:00 | Breakfast
10:00 – 4:00 | Free time, excursions, discovering Costa Rica
12:30| Lunch
4:00 | Restorative/Yin Yoga/Meditation
6:30 | Dinner

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What's Included

Blue Osa Dessert | Blue Osa

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.

Girls Enjoying Blue Osa Retreat | Blue Osa

Accommodations

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

Take a flight to the osa peninsula || Blue Osa Yoga Retreat || Skyway

Transportation

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

More about getting to Blue Osa

Yoga

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

Additionally, a Deepak Chopra Designed Meditation Certification Program and Your Personal Mantra

(This program which has a face value of $395 is included in your retreat)

“I had the pleasure to attend Huma Yoga Retreat in Costa Rica. It was a fantastic experience. The setting was unbeatable, beach, ocean breeze, and sound when practicing and great sunsets for meditation. There were 2 practices a day, the morning vinyasa and evening restorative. Huma was a wonderful teacher, giving tons of adjustments and help you make the most of your practice. Her voice and guidance was fantastic. I am not experienced yogi, and she made sure that I made the most out of my practice. In addition to being a great yoga coach, she is such a kind and wonderful human. I very much recommend any class or retreat she organizes. I am sad i cannot practice more often with her as we live in different cities, but follow her current on-line classes on Instagram. Thank you Huma!”
— Natalia F., San Francisco, CA
“I discovered Huma after a lot of trial and error, having recently moved to Newport Beach from New York and searching desperately for a new studio. It took me 8 months but so happy i finally found her at Ekam Yoga. I take her 90-minute vinyasa flow every Sunday morning and it adds some sanity back to my weekend. I also take her 60-minute hot vinyasa on Wednesday mornings. Her classes are challenging enough that I get a nice workout but also allow for me to relax and focus on my practice. She is incredibly patient, intelligent, and inspirational. - I even followed her to Costa Rica on a yoga retreat this spring that was phenomenally led and incredibly rejuvenating for both mind & body. So lucky to have her nearby. Cannot recommend her enough!”
— Erin S., Newport Beach, CA
“Huma is an incredibly wise and genuine yoga teacher, leader and guru. Her knowledge about the connections between the mind, body and spirit are influential and deeply transformative. Attending her yoga retreat was the best decision I’ve made for my health and well-being! Huma’s wisdom and teachings have profoundly impacted my yoga practice on and off the mat. I highly recommend booking a class and/or a yoga retreat with Huma as she will always leave your soul feeling refreshed, rejuvenated and ready to embrace life to its fullest potential.”
— Madisyn Taute
“Huma is a true diamond in the modern world of yoga. Her presence carries radiant joy and love, and she has a genuine passion to increase the well-being of those around her via holistic modalities. The first time I took one of her classes I could immediately tell she had a very mature and deep understanding of yoga. Her credentials (500 HR YTT, certified yoga therapist, etc.) allow her to bring a level of guidance and wisdom that isn't commonly found in most class settings. I was so impressed with her teaching that I decided to go on one of her Costa Rica yoga retreats, and it was truly life-shifting (I mean that seriously). I came back home feeling like a new/better person. If you need a mental/physical reset, I would highly recommend attending one. Thank you Huma for following your calling and blessing us with your humility, love, and teaching. ”
— Maria

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