Do you notice your hands clench or shoulders tense when you run? Does your jaw clench when you’re having a difficult conversation? Do you hold your breath when trying to make a hard decision? Does your body feel tight or tired after a day at your desk?
If you’ve ever felt any of these things, then we invite you on a journey through the senses that will help you release the tension and find more flow. Each day presents opportunities to engage in simple somatic movement that helps you dial down the stress response and reconnect with your body. This retreat is especially beneficial for women who tend to prioritize productivity and output over simple self care, and may be teetering on burnout.
If you feel yourself rushing around throughout the day, trying to get it all done all the time, then this is your invitation to remember you’re a human BEING rather than a human DOING.
While staying at some of Costa Rica’s most luxurious and exclusive resorts featuring zen-inspired eco-modern building design, tucked deep into the rainforest far removed from the tourist hordes, you’ll find space to unwind, breathe deeply and use all your senses to be present, in this moment and in your body.
As you run through the lush rainforest trails, fully immerse yourself in the sensations of your body, the rhythm of your breath, and the beauty of your natural surroundings, while you experience the transformative power of mindful movement. With your retreat leader, discover techniques to help you foster mental clarity, stress reduction, and foster a deep appreciation for the joy of movement both on and off the trails.
"Since 2017, I've attended at least 1 Run Wild Retreat per year - after Moab, it was Ireland, the Dolomites, Iceland, Vancouver Island, Bhutan, and Costa Rica (just got back less than 1 week ago). Each retreat is a unique experience to immerse myself in a new place and meet amazing, like-minded women. I love that Run Wild Retreats provide such a safe and nurturing experience. I also love that all I need to do is sign-up, show up, and RWR takes care of the rest so it is a TRUE vacation."
--A. Monique
This retreat can be the kind of vacation that truly transforms your state of mind and body, if you're open to it. Our retreats are designed to support you as a whole woman, not just a runner. That means you can expect free time to yourself, away from the group. It means that there are wellness experiences included in your retreat package to support your nervous system reset. This is your chance to heal from the effects of stress and focus on doing the things that energize you, inspire you and feed your soul.
This retreat is level II. This means it's for you if:
Mindful Running is this retreat's defining experience. Your dedicated Retreat Leader will lead you through experiences on and off the trail that are designed to help you discover how to run with more ease and flow. And if you've never run trails before, you'll learn how to adapt your road running technique for this new terrain. And if you're an experienced trail runner, you'll take your running to a whole new level of efficiency and joy. Connect more deeply with nature, yourself and other women through this powerful practice that provides you with skills and insights to maximize the stress-reducing effects of running.
Tabacon is a 5-star, carbon-neutral resort located in the heart of the tropical rainforest at the base of Arenal Volcano. Set amidst more than 900 acres of pristine rainforest, the serene property features one of the country’s largest network of natural hot springs, thermal waterfalls and heated river pools, which are accessible to all guests. The rooms feature either one king bed or two queen beds, unobstructed views of the tropical surroundings, modern interiors and colorful decor. Tabacon is deeply committed to supporting the local community and promoting environmental conservation. You can read its sustainability report at the link below.
In a high, rocky area of the rainforest, there is a deep river canyon where mineralized water makes the trees grow as tall as the canyon itself, completely obscuring it from view within the dense forest canopy. Even a bird flying above the canyon could miss the camouflaged river, hence its name, Rio Perdido, or "lost river." Located on a 600-acre private reserve, Hotel Rio Perdido features a small collection of stylishly designed and environmentally sustainable bungalows. During your stay, you will have access to the nearby thermal river, carved into a 160-foot deep gorge. Dozens of therapeutic and naturally warm mineral pools heated by nearby volcanic activity make it an ideal setting for forest bathing and relaxing.
Buena Vista Chic Hotel is a stylish boutique retreat nestled in a coffee plantation on a lush hilltop overlooking downtown San Jose, Costa Rica. This elegant property offers a secluded sanctuary of magnificently manicured gardens, charming architecture, and cozy interiors decorated in a modernist tropical style, providing a warm and inviting refuge for your first night in Costa Rica. Your room will provide a relaxing setting, in a villa surrounded by lush flora and more than 100 species of exotic birds.
Indulge in a fusion of local and international flavors at the on-site restaurant, where dishes are prepared with locally sourced, fresh seasonal ingredients. From the back yard dining area, enjoy the panoramic views of the "Barba" and "Irazu" volcanoes, mountains, and the shimmering capital city lights in the central valley far below. Buena Vista Chic Hotel will provide you with a sophisticated and unforgettable experience.
Don't want to be rushed getting home? Does your flight not depart until the day after the retreat ends? This is for you!
Enjoy one night at the Hotel Buena Vista Chic following the retreat! You'll have a private room at the same hotel where we began our retreat in San Jose, and access to all of its on-site amenities. Included in your post-retreat stay is a private room, breakfast the following morning, and a complimentary shuttle to the San Jose International Airport.
This add-on will be available to select during the booking process.
San José Province, San José, Costa Rica 
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After arriving at the San Jose International Airport, your drive will take you directly to the the Hotel Buena Vista Chic, located in Alajuela, approximately 20 minutes away, and check-in for one night. 
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After breakfast, check out of the hotel and meet your local English-speaking guides. At Parque Nacional Volcan Poas, where we'll stop to see the massive crater filled with steam and a surrounding cloud forest teeming with diverse flora and fauna.
After breakfast at the hotel, change into your running clothes and depart for todays run. Your day will start with a run/hike on well-maintained trails through the pristine tropical rainforest environment. Keep your eye out for resident birds, hummingbirds, and butterflies. After lunch, we'll return to Tabacon to relax and enjoy the amenities on site. 
Depart the hotel after breakfast for today’s run, which will start at the Arenal Observatory Lodge and take us through Arenal National Park, the pristine natural habitat that surrounds the famous volcano.
After breakfast, check out of the hotel and depart for Rio Perdido, a stunning sanctuary resort dedicated to providing a sustainable wellness experience. Wear your running clothes because we will stop along the way for a short rainforest run, followed by lunch at a local restaurant in town.
After breakfast, we will run on the nearby trails of the Rio Perdido Nature Preserve. During today's run, you’ll traverse across hanging bridges to the top of Yurro cascade. Through the lush river canyon gorges and then to the medicinal spring, where you can pause for a refreshing sip. 
This morning, you have the option of taking part in a run on the local trails, or if you prefer a slower morning, indulge in a special treatment at the spa. You can even nourish your skin with a natural mineral mud mask that exfoliates, cleanses and renews your skin. Or, if you crave a little shot of adventure, you can enjoy a thrilling zipline in Rio Perdido Canyon (book in advance)
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