A week of Grace and Strength wellness retreat with
Nicole and Sam
I discovered yoga in my early 20’s and I fell in love with how it makes me feel more embodied, connected and alive. It has helped me so much over the years and it is still a constant companion. However since turning 50, I have been doing more strength training to keep my bones strong and body vibrant and healthy. Sam is the most inspiring trainer/ coach and he inspires me to keep showing up and to try my best.
This is a new format to my retreat, co-leading with Sam, and I am so excited to share his magic with you.
A Retreat for Flow, Connection & Tropical Luxury
Join us for a rejuvenating week at Nalu, a stunning boutique property located in the heart of Playa Guiones, just a 5-minute walk to the beach.
“Nalu” means go with the flow in Hawaiian — a perfect complement to Costa Rica’s beloved phrase Pura Vida, which reflects a spirit of joy, presence, and eternal optimism.
For this retreat, we’re renting three private 2-bedroom luxury villas, each with its own saltwater pool and lush tropical setting.
Each villa includes:
– Two spacious bedrooms with indoor/outdoor spa-style bathrooms
– Fully equipped kitchen, living space, and open-air decks
– Private saltwater pool surrounded by jungle views
– Outdoor lounge areas perfect for reading, resting, or spotting monkeys and iguanas
Practice & Play
Nalu’s open-air studio is fully equipped with strength training equipment and high-quality yoga props — a space designed to support both movement and stillness.
We’ll gather here for guided practices, and you’ll also have the freedom to explore on your own, head to the beach, or unwind by the pool.
Centrally located, Nalu is just steps from some of Nosara’s best cafés, boutiques, and surf shops — making it easy to adventure or stay in your own peaceful rhythm.
This retreat is designed to honor the balance of opposites — the Yang and the Yin, the active and the receptive. Each morning, we’ll begin with energizing strength training or dynamic movement practices to build vitality, resilience, and grounded strength. In the afternoons, we’ll slow down with gentle yin yoga, breathwork, and restorative practices to soften, integrate, and reconnect with stillness. The theme of this retreat is about living in harmony with your inner rhythms — learning to flow between effort and ease, strength and surrender, doing and being.
This is more than a getaway — it’s a chance to reconnect with nature, with your body, and with your own flow.
Schedule
Start your day with a light pre-practice snack along with coffee or tea, followed by morning meditation.
After meditation, enjoy a 60 strength training session with Sam or Yang yoga session mid morning. A delicious brunch buffet is served after the classes.
Spend your free time as you like—join a daily excursion, book a spa treatment, surf our local break, or simply relax by the sea or pool. Move at your own pace and do what feels right for you.
End the day with a delicious dinner.
Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options are available upon request. We will gather dietary preferences before your trip to ensure your needs are met
Costs below are per person
Single $4999
Double $3888
Our home for the week- https://www.nalunosara.com/press
Samuael Mearridy
Professionalism is a symbol of reality, a gift of love, and a beacon of positivity. It serves as a guide towards mental stability and a doorway to embracing your true self.
My mission is to use my gifts in the present moment to help others witness and understand what may not yet be seen. This is the essence of being Fit — not just in body, but in mind and spirit.
It’s not solely about overcoming the physical challenges of everyday life, but about learning to meet those challenges with peace, grace, and resilience. To be truly fit is to move through life with clarity, strength, and unwavering presence.
Nicole Perkins
Nicole Perkins draws from many styles to lead classes that are slow, deep, and appropriately intense. Strongly influenced by the Buddhist practices of Vipassana (insight) and Metta (loving-kindness) meditation, Nicole encourages students to practice with compassionate awareness and to explore the many layers of our human nature.
What’s INCLUDED in the cost of your retreat:
Six-Night Stay at Luxury Villa
Daily Classes: Enjoy two classes per day in a stunning studio nestled in the jungle.
Breathwork session
Delicious Healthy Meals: Savor vibrant dishes made fresh daily with local ingredients—think freshly caught fish, garden salads, tropical fruit smoothies, and irresistible desserts. Early morning snacks, breakfast, and dinner are included.
Not included- Airfare and airport transportation but we can help arrange airport transfers. Massages are available as add ons.
PAYMENTS
A $600 deposit is required to reserve your space.
First Payment Due: August 1, 2025
Final Payment Due: December 1, 2025
Payments can be made via:
Venmo @Deviyoga
Zelle - nkperkins@gmail.com
CANCELLATION POLICY
We understand that no one plans to cancel a retreat, but unexpected events can occur. For this reason, we strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance.
Please note the following:
Due to the costs incurred to reserve the retreat center, exceptions to the cancellation policy cannot be made for any reason, including but not limited to weather, injury, illness, or personal emergencies.
No refunds or credits will be provided for failure to attend, late arrivals, early departures, or incomplete attendance.
If the retreat is canceled due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., natural disasters or pandemics), the retreat will be rescheduled to a later date.
Refunds will only be issued if the canceled space can be filled by another registration.
If the room can be filled, a $300 administrative fee will be deducted from the refund.
Once the final payment is made, refunds are not available unless the space is filled, in which case the deposit will not be refunded.
